What’s New in the Hamptons: Summer 2026

While this season’s market price for lobster remains to be seen, we do know where you should be staying, dining and shopping in the Hamptons this summer. Here’s a snapshot of what’s new and notable Out East, from a reimagined beachside motel to growing global influences at top restaurants and hotels—including a martinis and Mahjong soirée, extended Italian “linners” on the water and cozy English pubs.

• It’s La Dolce Vita at The End of the World: Barlume Beach Montauk by LDV Hospitality brings Mediterranean-style living to Montauk Harbor. Designed by Studio Tre, Barlume Beach is a 19-key boutique retreat bedecked in sea- and sun-inspired turquoise and gold. Overlooking the marina or gardens, the bright guestrooms feature custom oak furnishings and Ortigia Sicilia bath products. Meaning “glimmer” in Italian, Barlume offers an all-day dining experience that evolves from light, laid-back Mediterranean fare to an energetic evening “linner” service with music and live entertainment. The beach club is the crown jewel of the property, with shareable coastal dishes, seasonal cocktails and waterfront views from every seat. Plus, guests can also enjoy curated Montauk experiences like boat charters on the lake.

• A reimagination of the casual beachside motel Sunset Montauk, Hotel Corduroy is an intimate, high-design hideaway with only 29 rooms. New York City-based interior design firm Ward + Gray drew inspiration from the boutique property’s surfing heritage and beachy spirit for the redesign. We’re especially excited about The Lawn, an expansive outdoor gathering space, which will be the communal heart of the three-building property. (It’s also within walking distance of Gosman’s Dock.) Owned by Blue Flag, this is the firm’s first property to open outside of Massachusetts; other properties in the portfolio include buzzy favorites Faraway Nantucket, Life House Nantucket and Blue Iris—and the group will be expanding to Jackson Hole later this year.

• Also from Blue Flag, Faraway Sag Harbor is set to open on the waterfront in June, in the space formerly occupied by Baron’s Cove. Faraway will have 67 rooms, a lobby lounge, covered porch and lush patio. The brand’s signature Amalfi Coast-inspired restaurant, Zagara, will open with views of the harbor, alongside a ground-floor bar. Additional on-property amenities include a pool, gym and private dining room for special events. Designed in collaboration with Jenny Bukovec Studio, the interiors pay homage to Sag Harbor’s maritime history and whaling heritage.

• The Hedges Inn in East Hampton reopened last summer, but is currently undergoing a full redesign by acclaimed interior designer David Netto. Both the guest rooms and public areas of the hotel are being completely reimagined, including the beloved Swifty’s restaurant, which is back for its second season.

• Sag Harbor is abuzz with the opening of Babe’s Diner, housed in the former Nikki’s Not Dogs space. This “finer diner” concept will feel family-friendly by day and transition into a Supper Club by night. Expect classic breakfast dishes, sandwiches, burgers, milkshakes and a healthy dose of diner nostalgia, of course.

• Pop-Up No More: The wildly popular Camp Rubirosa pop-up is here to stay. After a sold-out summer, the restaurant is now a permanent fixture in East Hampton with its retro, camp-inspired décor—think vintage wooden tennis rackets and servers dressed as counselors—and insanely delicious pizzas. The tie-dye pie is a must-order.

• Taking over the former O’Malley’s and Rowdy Hall space in East Hampton, Lion’s Nook Bar & Grill pays tribute to Lion Gardiner, one of East Hampton’s earliest settlers, with a cozy, English pub aesthetic. The menu, however, leans American, with locally-sourced fish, meats and produce alongside tavern classics.

• Pub summer continues with the opening of Miracle in the former Vin Sur Vingt space. Owned by Sag Harbor native Michael Nolan (the co-founder of Fresno in East Hampton and Miracle Bar and Grill in Manhattan), the menu at Miracle will feature elevated American dishes like steamed mussels in a coconut chili sauce, poached halibut with Montauk littlenecks and Tomahawk pork chop. The interiors—and general vibe—are inspired by traditional English pub culture.

• For an Aperol Spritz-fueled afternoon, head to Alba Spiaggia at Montauk Yacht Club. The restaurant captures the quintessential coastal Italian vibe—lemon trees, colorful ceramics and light dishes. Other news at MYC: a racquet club and floating spa. For more relaxed Italian bites, The Boat House at EHP Resort & Marina in East Hampton is an all-day Italian-style café and espresso bar. Grab a matcha or Roman-style pizza while overlooking the marina.

• Eastern Expansions: PopUp Bagels, the viral bagel shop where you rip and dip your bagel into a cup of cream cheese, arrives in Westhampton Beach, while Citarella opens on Montauk Highway in Bridgehampton.

• The “new” Corner Bar in Sag Harbor is reopening under husband-and-wife duo John and Kelly Piccinnini of Clam Bar. They plan to preserve The Corner Bar’s beloved neighborhood charm (the forest green trim and accents aren’t going anywhere), while refurbishing the mahogany bar, installing new leather banquette seating and reimagining the menu with fresh interpretations of comfort food. The signature burger, along with the fan-favorite fish and chips, are here to stay. On tap: local sips like Kidd Squid, Springs Brewery and Montauk Brewing Company. Also from the Piccinnini’s, Sett Coffee Amagansett opened last fall. We love the beach-inspired interiors almost as much as the high-quality coffee and pastries.

• Dine on fresh seafood the way it’s meant to be experienced: dockside. The iconic Gosman’s Dock introduces Lobster House & Clam Bar this season, inspired by the best bites from the former Inlet Café and Clam Bar. Guests can have their meal by the water or order at the to-go window.

• Martini-lovers, this one’s for you: The Pridwin on Shelter Island is partnering with The New York Cocktail Company this summer for an elevated menu curated by Dante. Enjoy Dante’s signature drinks any day of the week—or stop by on Sunday for the weekly Martini and Mahjong experience.

• Bar Car, located in the East Hampton train station, will serve both dine-in meals and grab-and-go. Finally!

• Nightlife Report: Esté, a three-level dining and nightlife complex, is opening in Montauk for the summer. A high-energy addition to the area, it will feature About Time—a members-only, speakeasy-style club—and a rooftop with fire pits and views over Fort Pond. After a fire halted its Montauk debut in 2023, Maison Close is returning East—this time to Southampton. Taking over Capri Southampton, the glitzy Soho outpost will extend from the hotel to the pool and outdoor spaces. Expect dinner to roll late into the night. If you missed the star-studded Surf Lodge takeover at Hotel Le Toiny for New Years Eve, the OG in Montauk is officially open for the season. We can see the lines forming now. (The DJ lineup has yet to be announced.)

• On Our Radar: Jean’s, the über-sceney, NoHo farm-to-table restaurant with a club downstairs, is said to open in Sagaponack next year.

• Sag Harbor is dominating the restaurant and shopping news this season. The storefronts along Main Street have new treatments for national names like Madewell, Ralph Lauren and Rag & Bone, alongside a smaller brand with an arguably larger cult following: Hill House Home. (The Nap Dress is said to change lives.)

• Whether you bake your own bread at home or prefer to pick up a loaf, there is no better pairing with warm sourdough than bespoke jam. Jamagansett in Amagansett (we laughed!) is your bread’s new best friend. This is the season to be hosting more breakfast parties.

• Dolce & Gabbana returns to Gurney's Montauk Resort & Seawater Spa for a colorful takeover, transforming the Montauk institution into a Mediterranean oasis. The beach club is fully redesigned and, yes, there is a D&G pop-up boutique onsite.

• Our “This Could Only Happen in the Hamptons” moment of the season: a premium cannabis shop has just moved into a 1780s-era farmhouse in Water Mill.

• If you keep seeing Bravo’s Summer House in the news cycle, now’s your chance to own a bit of pop-culture history. The Sag Harbor home where the show was filmed has just hit the market for a cool $5.7 million.

• Ivy Kitchen & Bar is a new experiential space featuring celebrity DJs and artists in Water Mill.