Fire Island Ferry Schedules Change Today
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The Long Island Blog
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September 7, 2011
September 13, 2010
The Hideaway Restaurant
I’ve heard many people say that The Hideaway is the best restaurant in Ocean Beach. I was always a little skeptical because of it’s association with Houser’s Bar, a no frills local hangout.
Now that I’ve been to The Hideaway myself, I have to agree that this is one of the best, if not the best restaurant I’ve ever been to on Fire Island.
Read my full review of The Hideaway.
August 22, 2010
Matthew’s Seafood House
Hidden away behind a fish market and completely invisible from the street, Matthew’s Seafood House Restaurant draws little attention. The entrance, located at the end of a narrow alleyway, is more intimidating than inviting, and so I’ve passed right by this restaurant many times without taking much notice.
It turns out I’ve been missing quite a bit.
Read my full review of Matthew’s.
This is Matthew's fish market. The restaurant is down the alley to the left.
August 16, 2010
Bocce Beach Restaurant
The good and bad about what should be one of Fire Island’s better restaurants.
Read my full review of Bocce Beach here.
August 14, 2010
Restaurant Review: Island Mermaid
The Island Mermaid is one of Fire Island’s best restaurants. With the largest wine list and menu on Fire Island there’s something for everyone at prices typical for island dining. The service is good and the spacious deck offers beautiful sunset views of the Great South Bay.
Read more about Island Mermaid.
Island Mermaid as seen at night from the top deck of the ferry.
August 10, 2010
Taste of Fire Island Dinner Package
I had dinner at Island Mermaid on Fire Island last Thursday as part of a package deal called Taste of Fire Island. For $45/person you get dinner, ferry ride and parking.
The food and service were very good, the scenery was outstanding, and it was a nice break from mundane.
Read my full review of a Taste of Fire Island.
A lemon martini at sunset at Island Mermaid in Ocean Beach.
October 21, 2009
Davis Park, Fire Island
Long Island photographer and guest contributor Alida Thorpe recently spent a couple of weeks in Davis Park. She writes:
My take on Davis might not be the summer experience but more of Davis as a community. I don’t own a house here but visit more in spring and fall. I’ve got a good place to rent with 180 degree views of the Great South Bay. It’s half-price in September which suits me just fine. I don’t like the summer crowds anyway. It’s beautiful!
See her photographs and read more about Davis Park, Fire Island.
Sky view of Davis Park