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Beacon Patio. - Beacon Sag Harbor, Sag Harbor, NY

Beacon Sag Harbor

4.8 (101)
$50 and over
American
8 W Water St, Sag Harbor, NY 11963

About this restaurant

  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Great for scenic views
  • Neighborhood gem
Perched above the Sag Harbor Cove Yacht Club, The Beacon offers one of the East End's most stunning waterfront views — sweeping across Sag Harbor Bay all the way to Shelter Island. It's the quintessential Hamptons sunset, best enjoyed from our expansive upstairs porch with a cocktail in hand. A seasonal restaurant open through the warmer months, we've been serving dinner on the harbor since 1999.

The menu draws on American, Mediterranean, and Asian influences, with signature dishes like steamed mussels, pork belly buns, and baked halibut, plus homemade desserts worth saving room for.
Owners David Loewenberg and Sam McCleland met on the Hamptons restaurant scene in the 1990s and have been partners ever since. In 2012, they opened The Bell & Anchor, extending The Beacon's hospitality into the off-season.

Casually upscale and warmly inviting — the perfect spot for a summer evening on the water.

Not bookable

This restaurant is open seasonally. Unfortunately, it is currently closed.

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Beacon Sag Harbor.

4.8

4.8
(101)
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Suffolk

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Beacon Sag Harbor offers a "simply the best" dining experience with "amazing views," "delicious food," and "fantastic service." Guests rave about the "beautiful ambiance" and "outstanding fish selections." The "friendly and engaging staff" add to the charm, making it a "favorite in the Hamptons."
101 Reviews
  1. Ann Gold

    Greater Boston7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 10, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing meal, fantastic service, everything was perfect!

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  2. sandra

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 10, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible as usual! See u again next year & at Bella and Anchor ✨

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  3. Santa

    New York City23 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 9, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was excellent. Food, service and ambience. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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  4. Linda Gold

    New York City49 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on October 9, 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Beautiful ambiance , gorgeous setting, good service but mediocre food for inflated prices

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  5. Julie

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 7, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing service and delicious food,the absolute best restaurant in Sag Harbor

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  6. Chris

    New York City5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 4, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great dinner, always pleasant service, wish they were open til Xmas! If you bring small kids, please enforce the "inside voices" rule (should be a law)

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  7. monica Gold

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 3, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was perfect! Food was absolutely delicious and service phenomenal!

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  8. robbie Gold

    New York City76 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 24, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nothing else to say that I haven’t said before.. as Tina Turner said so perfectly.. Simply the Best! R Stone

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  9. Lisa

    New York City69 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 20, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great experience. Delicious food and wonderful service.

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  10. Margaret Gold

    New York City24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 19, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love it here - all the servers are so warm and engaging.

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FAQs

Yes, The Beacon Sag Harbor is an excellent date-night pick, famed for its waterfront sunset views from the upstairs porch and a warm, celebratory atmosphere praised by diners.

The Beacon Sag Harbor offers indoor dining plus an expansive upstairs porch and outdoor deck/patio for waterfront views, and there’s a lively bar area as well.

Yes, families are welcome: one guest specifically noted that children (including a 4‑year‑old and twin 7‑month‑olds) were welcomed and the staff were exceptional and attentive.

The Beacon Sag Harbor feels casually upscale and warmly inviting, perched above the harbor with an expansive porch for sunset views, a low-key summer-evening vibe, and warm, engaging service from the team.

Expect busy, peak visits, The Beacon is popular and often requires reservations, with guests sometimes waiting outside; by contrast midweek visits can feel more relaxed, with a reviewer describing a Wednesday with ‘perfect temps and moderate ambient noise.’

Yes, guests report calling ahead to tweak reservations and that staff were helpful and accommodating when adjusting bookings and requests.

Smart casual, aim for polished but relaxed attire; many guests dress up a touch for special celebrations, though others are more casually dressed on summer evenings.

Yes, guests praise a well-curated wine list and excellent cocktails, and the bar and bartenders are frequently singled out for attention.

Yes, the menu includes a Vegan Lasagna, giving plant-based diners a clearly labelled vegan entree option.

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Not bookable

This restaurant is open seasonally. Unfortunately, it is currently closed.

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