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New Eats, Wellness Retreats and Summer Experiences to Savor This Week
By Harry Powers
6 minute07/25/2026
Whether you’re chasing sunsets, searching for your next unforgettable meal or planning a relaxing escape, the East End continues to deliver. Here’s what’s new, noteworthy and worth adding to your itinerary this week
Looking for the perfect dining experience during your Montauk getaway? Whether you’re planning a leisurely breakfast, weekend brunch, poolside lunch or memorable dinner, Sea Salt Restaurant at Solé East delivers fresh, seasonal flavors from morning through night. Offering a healthy and simple approach to market fresh cuisine, you can enjoy everything from fluffy Buttermilk Pancakes and Farmers Omelettes to Local Fish Tacos, Grilled Local Catch and Seafood Paella, alongside fresh oysters, charcuterie boards and other coastal-inspired favorites. Set in Solé East’s beautiful garden, it’s the perfect place to relax, unwind and savor the best of Montauk.
Cruust Sandwich Co. has officially opened in Sag Harbor at 2 Main Street! It’s the perfect pitstop before or after a day on the water or at the beach offering made-to-order “sandos, o’s and salads.” On the menu you’ll find a cutlets section where you can enjoy selections available on a hoagie or a gluten-free wrap that include The Cruust, Hot Honey, Baconator, Woodland or Caesar. The Anellio’s section offers retro pasta rings in flavorings of Mom’s Bolognese, Vodka, Sausage & Rabe, The Shroom and Cheesy O’s. Sando’s, also available on a hoagie or gluten-free wrap, include hot sandwiches of Le Beef, Hawaiian, Sloppy Joes or Salmon. Cold sandwiches include The Italian Job, Turkey, Farm Stand, B.L.A.T. or Shrimp. Salad offerings include a Caesar, Green Goddess or Woodstock. For more information on the newly opened sandwich spot and to view their full menu, head tocruust.com!
Already thinking ahead to when the busy season is over and you need some rest and relaxation? The Hampton Maid has you covered. From September 11 through 13, the family owned and operated boutique hotel will be hosting a Wellness Weekend curated by Coast Hampton! Nourish, rest and restore your well-being and mindful connection with special guest Annie Parks, author of Fuel Forward, whose work blends performance, nutrition, mindset and sustainable wellness practices. Guests can expect a weekend that includes a welcome reception featuring welcome drinks and tapas, daily breakfast, restorative wellness amenities such as massage, yoga and sauna sessions, an intimate book signing with Annie Parks, a pop-up experience with Annie’s signature bone broth, The Balanced Bee, and a chance to unwind at the Hampton Maid. Nestled in the heart of the Hamptons, their lush gardens, open green spaces and peaceful coastal setting create the ideal backdrop for a weekend centered on wellness and renewal. For more information, head to their website!
Head to Navy Beach for Golden Hour Sundays with Gordon Daniels from 5 to 9 p.m. every Sunday through August! Performing in more than 100 countries around the world, he has gathered creative inspirations from the cultures and styles found on his travels and is now producing an upbeat, unique one-man live looping show full of multi-genre influences, tailor-made for rooftops, beaches, and sunsets in gorgeous destinations. Using live-looping technology, Gordon curates his performances on the spot, combining a multitude of instruments, with no prerecorded tracks. Everything is improvised, live, and made on the spot, so every show is a one-of-a-kind experience that is never repeated. His style combines the many genres with the upbeat styles of tropical and melodic house. This is the perfect opportunity to savor the end of the weekend long with their dinner menu and a cocktail in hand. Reservations can be made on the Navy Beach website!
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Take a flight without leaving Long Island with Riverhead Ciderhouse’s ice cream flights! The flights let you try six different delicious flavors, so there’s no need to choose just one. Pair it with a cider flight, grab a seat outside, and have the perfect summer day! They are also offering Music Bingo on Monday, July 27 and ’80s Trition and to check out their calendar of events
If you’re in the mood for listening to some live music in Montauk this weekend, Gosman’s Dock will be jamming along with Loon & Crow from 6 to 9 p.m. on Friday, July 24 and with the Willow Hill Duo on Sunday, July 26 from 6 to 9 p.m. as well! Grab a bite and a drink at Gosman’s Lobster House & Clam Bar or Gosman’s Topside while you’re at it. Cheers!
Food Quote: “We all eat, and it would be a sad waste of opportunity to eat badly.” – Anna Thomas
