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Beginnings

4.8 (762)
$30 and under
Gastro Pub
1986 Park Street, Atlantic Beach, NY 11509

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 34 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
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.

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

  • Pasta & Prosecco

    Jul 7, 2025 - Jul 21, 2025
    Sip, slurp, repeat -- your weekly italian escape Six pastas. Six spritzes. Endless reasons to say cheers!
    Pasta & Prosecco Photo
  • Sunday Sessions ft. Brian Mancuso

    Jun 29, 2025 only
    This isn't just a session—it's a ritual. Live music 5-8 pm Where Chill Vibes & Good Times Collide
  • Stars & Stripes: An American Culinary Celebration

    Jul 2, 2025 only
    A Celebration of American Flavors from Sea to Shining Sea. 3-Course Dinner Menu - $55 / $10 Special Liquid Libations

What 762 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
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • New York State

    Lively

  • Nassau

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Beginnings shines with its "cool vibe," "fabulous servers," and "class A" food that's both "delicious" and "creative." The menu offers innovative and traditional dishes with generous portions. Guests appreciate the "pleasant and lively" ambience and events. Despite occasional noise, service remains "courteous and professional," making it a "local treasure."
762 Reviews
  1. Silvia

    Denver / Colorado5 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Super loud , slow service , inattentive staff , disorganized. Definitely do not go here if you are looking for a fun and relaxing night out . We sat at the bar and we couldn’t believe how rude and aggressive some of the bartenders were behaving. In particular one of them ( you know who you are ) went out of his way to completely ignoring us . An overall bad experience and we won’t return to this establishment. Too bad because the food was actually pretty good.
    BeginningsResponded 5 days ago
    I want to sincerely apologize and thank you for taking the time to share your experience. I understand I briefly reached out already, but I wanted to echo how truly sorry we are. It’s incredibly disappointing to hear that your evening fell so short of what we strive to provide, especially when it came to the service at the bar. That’s not the kind of hospitality we’re known for, and we’re addressing it directly with our team. Your feedback is important to us, and while I understand your frustration, we’d genuinely love the opportunity to welcome you back and give you the thoughtful, relaxed experience you should have had. Please contact me directly at ricky@beginningsrestaurantcom , thank you for your time.

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  2. Sharon VIP

    New York City38 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great Place . Cool Vibe. Fabulous Severs . Food was delicious
    BeginningsResponded on June 16, 2025
    Thank you so much for the wonderful review Sharon! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the vibe, the service, and of course—the food. It means a lot to hear such kind words. We’re always cooking up something new and would love to welcome you back soon for another delicious visit. Hope to see you again soon!

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  3. Martin VIP

    New York City9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such a great time. Food was Class A. Menu was pretty down to earth. Tasty but not confusing. Staff super attentive.

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  4. Lorenzo

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had a great experience with my wife who celebrated her birthday. The roasted salmon with quinoa was delicious. The energy and vibes of the place is also relaxing, and the service is excellent. Two thumbs up!!!

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  5. Kate VIP

    New York City47 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Beginnings is always really good. The staff is always very nice and professional, even when it’s insanely busy. Also, the wait for food is never very long during busy times. It’s a fun place and the food is great. We go here a lot.

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  6. Mike

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, drinks and service. Always a great place to eat

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  7. Roger

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time dining at Beginnings and it was a wonderful experience. The food and service was great! The eggplant meatballs and the greek platter were top notch! The burrata salad was great! They have events throughout the month and I intend to check them out in the future.

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  8. Marissa VIP

    New York City6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved it! Food was great and love the vibe in there. Will definitely be returning

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  9. Christopher

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was great. Service was great. The skirt steak was excellent

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  10. Alex

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an incredible time at Beggings!! I could not recommend it enough. The ambience, the good, and the service were all excellent. It was the perfect night out and all together a wonderful experience.

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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 762 OpenTable diners.

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

  1. Home
  2. United States
  3. New York State
  4. Nassau
  5. Long Beach

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 34 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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