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Beginnings

4.7
4.7
709 Reviews
$30 and under
Gastro Pub

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2 people
19:00
Booked 17 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Charming
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for special occasions
A good meal or a perfectly poured drink, like a good book, can nourish the soul. And it's arguable that no profession loves a good libation more than the writer. As an ode to some of the greats we introduce Beginnings, a literary, culinary experience in Atlantic Beach, NY.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub, American, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch/Lunch Sat, Sun 12:00–15:00 Dinner Tue–Sat 14:00–21:45 Sun 15:00–20:45
  • Phone number
    (516) 239-7483
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    David Bryer
  • Catering
    Let us cater your next event. Call the restaurant and ask for Ben, who can help you customize your menu to your tastes.
  • Private party facilities
    We ask for a 50 person confirmation to close the restaurant for private events.
  • Area
    Long Beach
  • Cross Street
    Broome
  • Parking details
    Onsite valet and street parking are both available.
  • Public transit
    MTA N33 bus stops on our corner. We are also a 5 minute cab ride from the Long Beach and Lawrence LIRR stations.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Happy Hour

    25 Sept 2024 - 1 Jan 2025
    Monday - Friday 2-6 pm $5 Beers $10 Appetizers Half Priced Wines $10 cocktails Available at the bar only
    Happy Hour photo
  • Starry Nights Astrology

    24 Sept 2024 - 22 Oct 2024
    Astrology & Tarot Readings - Special Food & Drink Menu inspired by the signs. Tuesdays only!
  • Hocus Pocus Theme Dinner

    9 Oct 2024 only
    It's all a bunch of HOCUS POCUS! Enjoy a witch-tastic 5-course tasting menu for $65, drink pairings included. Please visit our website for menu and details under "Upcoming Events." *Please note if anyone in your party would like to be omitted from this experience*

What 709 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

709 Reviews
  1. Vince

    New York City

    3 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Ice cold lettuce, tomato and onion ( 2 whole slices, who eats that much onion on a burger) brought the temperature of my hamburger way down. Good burger and fries though. Bartender was very helpful and congenial.

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  2. Nancy

    New York City

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 27 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I enjoy Beginnings! Very good food with lots of choices and good service as well.

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  3. Tracy

    New York City

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 27 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was delicious as usual. I changed up my drink ever so slightly and I was not disappointed. Generally speaking I get an old fashion based on recommendation tried "the babe" definitely highly recommend. The corn bread was delicious, the deviled eggs with jalapeño and duck out of this world. We had the fish and chips pipping hot super light crisp and seasoned perfect and the yard bird which was amazing! Can't go wrong with beginnings!!!

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  4. sraz

    New York City

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 21 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent, Marissa couldn’t have been any sweeter and attentive

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  5. Carrie-Anne

    New York City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 14 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    I’ve been a long time Beginnings fan. I had my wedding there, and attended birthdays and showers. The team is friendly and accommodating. New menu has some of the old favorites and lots of great options. It was awesome!

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 13 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love the place. Eat here often. Recommend to anyone who asks where to eat locally.

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  7. JohnL

    Washington DC

    42 reviews

    5.0

    42 reviews

    Dined on 4 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very large menu, but the food was good. You can get the wonderful blackened swordfish without the highly spicy accompaniments if you wish. Inside is pretty, but quite loud. Outside tables at the side are plain but comfortable and quiet. Front tables have more traffic noise. Staff is delightful and efficient.

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  8. Jonathan

    New York City

    34 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    34 reviews

    Dined on 2 September 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We really like eating here. The food is fresh and delicious . As to the noise, we have only eaten outside. Indoors is much too loud for this senior and the other seniors in the foursome.

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  9. jen

    Greater Boston

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 31 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous drinks, food and unique ambiance! Pretty much the best most modern place in the area

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  10. Robert

    New York City

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 31 August 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Disappointed...well written mouth watering menu. Clams with a hot dog? You can say it was chorizo as much as you want...smells like a hot dog..tastes like a hot dog..it's a sliced hot dog. Clams were gritty.

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FAQs

Beginnings offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (516) 239-7483.

Beginnings is rated 4.7 stars by 709 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 17 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Beginnings

1986 Park Street, Atlantic Beach, NY 11509

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Broome
  • Area
    Long Beach
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch/Lunch Sat, Sun 12:00–15:00 Dinner Tue–Sat 14:00–21:45 Sun 15:00–20:45
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub, American, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Onsite valet and street parking are both available.
  • Public transit
    MTA N33 bus stops on our corner. We are also a 5 minute cab ride from the Long Beach and Lawrence LIRR stations.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    David Bryer
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (516) 239-7483
  • Catering
    Let us cater your next event. Call the restaurant and ask for Ben, who can help you customize your menu to your tastes.
  • Private party facilities
    We ask for a 50 person confirmation to close the restaurant for private events.
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