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Beginnings, Atlantic Beach, NY
Beginnings, Atlantic Beach, NY
Beginnings, Atlantic Beach, NY
Beginnings, Atlantic Beach, NY

Beginnings

4.8
4.8
752 Reviews
$30 and under
Gastro Pub
1986 Park Street, Atlantic Beach, NY 11509

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2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
7:00 PM
Booked 6 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
  • 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 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 2:00 pm–9:45 pm Sun 3:00 pm–8:45 pm
  • Phone number
  • 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.
  • Neighborhood
    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, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Handmaid's Tale Theme Dinner

    Apr 9, 2025 only
    Blessed be Beginnings -- Enjoy 5-courses inspired by The Handmaid's Tale for $69.95 per person, 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*
  • Starry Nights Astrology

    Apr 1, 2025 - May 27, 2025
    Astrology & Tarot Readings - Special Food & Drink Menu inspired by the signs. Tuesdays only! First reading begins at 6:30 pm, there is minimum $50 food & beverage purchase per person to receive a reading.
  • Broadway Music Bingo

    Apr 10, 2025 only
    From Annie to Hamilton to everything in between, join us for Broadway Music Bingo at 7 pm! Themed food & drinks specials available.

What 752 people are saying

Beginnings reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Beginnings is a vibrant dining destination with a "pleasant and lively" ambiance, offering innovative themed and regular menus. The service is often praised as "excellent," with standout servers adding to the experience. Customers adore the "eggplant meatballs" and "blackened swordfish." While noise levels can be high, the creative events and delicious food ensure a memorable visit.
752 Reviews
  1. Yvette

    Richmond1 review

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    We’ve been going to Beginnings for a long time . The ambience is pleasant and lively. Both their themed and regular menus are innovative . It is always nice to try a new dish. I would love to see themed nights with more imagery and creativity.in the dining room and wait staff.I was disappointed with the taste of my Sangria order and served in a short glass I found it quite expensive ($18.00) when I received the check . I would also suggest they add prices to the Cocktails and drink menu .

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  2. Bob VIP

    New York City50 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have been here many times and it has always been good. Tonight, it was excellent! Have mac and cheese with a turkey burger. Outstanding. My wife had the onion soup and filet mignon sandwich. Also excellent. Service was great. A terrific meal. We'll done.

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  3. Terri VIP

    New York City12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We LOVE BEGINNINGS!! It NEVER disappoints! We all shared the wings, wedge salad , buffalo cauliflower & the eggplant meatballs- ALL OFF THE CHARTS DELISH! I had the swordfish but switched out the rice and it was served over Brussel sprouts - it’s my go to favorite ! Our server Marianna( I hope I got that right) was so sweet & I’m always so impressed when the order is not written down & everything comes out perfect! Plus Rick the owner helped serve & he is just a great guy & wonderful hands on owner! Can’t wait to go back!!

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  4. Miriam VIP

    New York City10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great meal! Great service! Loved the ambiance! It was a perfect place to grab a bite after picking up our daughter from JFK airport.

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  5. Patrick

    Caribbean1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Megan was our server, she was amazing, food was exceptional and atmosphere was excellent! From the front of the house to back of house, experience was outstanding. Thank you guys again! Well hopefully be back sooner than later.

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  6. robert

    New York City10 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 5, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The food is delicious. The noise level is a little too much, also the tables are right on top of each other.
    BeginningsResponded on March 19, 2025
    Hi Robert, thank you for your feedback! We're so happy to hear that you enjoyed the food. We truly appreciate your thoughts about the noise and table spacing, and we'll certainly keep that in mind as we strive to improve our guests' comfort. We hope to welcome you back soon for another great dining experience!

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  7. James VIP

    New York City17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love this place go there frequently. Brought friends who have never been before and they loved it. The staff is amazing. Get the eggplant meatballs!!

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  8. Tracy

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very cute evening. Food was delicious. Service excellent.
    BeginningsResponded on March 19, 2025
    Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you had a lovely evening with us and enjoyed the food and service. We hope to welcome you back soon for another great experience!

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  9. Terri VIP

    New York City12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We LOVE Beginnings! The vibe, the food , the friendly servers- even met the owner who is very nice & hands on. My husband loved the Bonton wings & salmon burger .My blackened swordfish dinner is full of flavor , love the guac salsa on top- I opted for it over Brussels sprouts instead of rice and it was delish! Beginnings never disappoints - so many other things on the menu also outrageous! A must if you haven’t been!
    BeginningsResponded on March 19, 2025
    Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We're beyond thrilled to hear that you both had such a great experience at Beginnings. It's fantastic to know that you enjoyed the vibe, the food, and the service—and we're especially happy you had the chance to meet the owner! We're also glad you loved your blackened swordfish and that the guac salsa hit the spot. We truly appreciate your support and can’t wait to welcome you back to try even more from our menu. Thank you for making us your go-to spot!

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  10. Monica

    Denver5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love the food and ambiance here. The blackened swordfish is my favorite. The drinks are excellent if a little pricey. When it gets crowded it gets noisy which is why I like to go on the early side.
    BeginningsResponded on March 19, 2025
    Thank you so much for your kind words! We're so happy to hear that you love the ambiance and the food, especially the blackened swordfish, a favorite of mine as well! We truly appreciate your feedback about the noise and drink pricing, and we'll keep that in mind as we continue to improve. We're glad you enjoy your visits, and we look forward to welcoming you back again soon—perhaps for another early visit!

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FAQs

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

Beginnings is rated 4.8 stars by 752 OpenTable diners.

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

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  5. Long Beach

Make a reservation


Booked 6 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Beginnings

1986 Park Street, Atlantic Beach, NY 11509

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Broome
  • Neighborhood
    Long Beach
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch/Lunch Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 2:00 pm–9:45 pm Sun 3:00 pm–8:45 pm
  • 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, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • 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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