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DESTINATIONS
LAST-MINUTE LI SUMMER STAYCATION GUIDE
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THE HAMPTON MAID
The Hampton Maid offers comfortable
lodging and delicious breakfasts. The
family owned resort is situated on parklike
grounds in Hampton Bays. Guests
can stay in charming cottages, each
with their own unique architecture and
interior. Its breakfast eatery is praised
by locals and is open to guests and the
public. Locally sourced ingredients are
used to make everything on the menu,
from Western omelettes to cinnamon
swirl French toast. Guests can also enjoy
the pool, playground, shuffleboard
court, and tons of teak furniture. 259 E.
Montauk Hwy., Hampton Bays, 631-728-
4166, hamptonmaid.com
THE DRAKE INN
The Drake Inn in Hampton Bays is secluded
and centrally located. It’s only
minutes from picturesque beaches
along Dune Road. The inn is situated
directly on the water and offers dock
space where guests can keep their
boats — the perfect spot for fishing
enthusiasts and boaters. Some of the
many amenities are a complimentary
shuttle to the beach, outdoor pool, bicycles
for a daily rate, and free parking. 16
Penny Ln., Hampton Bays, 631-728-1592,
thedrakeinn.com
THE RAM’S HEAD INN
Guests at The Ram’s Head Inn have access
to the resort’s small private beach
on Gardiners Bay. They can enjoy the
water with sailboats, paddle boards,
and kayaks or relax on hammocks and
Adirondack chairs. Built in 1929, the inn
still maintains its charming original
appearance. A local musicians concert
series is currently being offered to be
enjoyed online or on the patios of the
Inn. Visit during weekdays for the best
rates and most availability. The inn
offers 17 rooms, so book quickly! 108
Ram Island Dr., Shelter Island Heights,
631-749-0811, theramsheadinn.com
THE BAY BREEZE INN
Located in Jamestown on the North
Fork, the Bay Breeze Inn is near tons of
restaurants and attractions, including
award-winning vineyards and breweries.
It’s also a quick walk from the
Miamogue Point beach. Guests can
choose to stay in the main house or the
stand-alone cottage. The main house
features six rooms, each named after a
North Fork town, and the cottages offer
two apartment-style units. There’s also
a wraparound porch and cozy fire pit
area at the main house, available to
all guests. 46 Front St., South Jamesport,
631-779-3454, baybreezeinnli.com
THE BAYVIEW RESORT
The Bayview Resort lives up to its
name as the view overlooks the serene
Tiana Bay in Hampton Bays. Guests
will have easy access to Southampton
town and Westhampton Beach, offering
amazing restaurants and shopping.
The resort’s new clubhouse features
a fitness center, swimming pool, fire
pit, and picnic area. Kayaks and small
rowboats are also available for those
who want to explore the bay. 53 W. Tiana
Rd., Hampton Bays, 631-594-2370,
bayviewresorthamptons.com
THE BUDGET HOST INN
The Budget Host Inn in Riverhead is
known for its unbeatable price. The
rooms are furnished with flat-screen
TVs, free Wi-Fi, wood-effect flooring,
mini fridges, and microwaves, plus
free parking for cars, trucks, and RVs.
Guests can spend time at the hotel’s
swimming pool or at the sun terrace.
They can explore the nearby Hamptons
and North Fork towns or Riverhead
attractions like Tanger Outlets and
Splish Splash. 30 Lake Ave., Riverhead,
631-727-6200, riverheadhotel.com
THE INN SPOT ON THE BAY
The unique Inn Spot on the Bay is located
on the calming shores of Shinnecock
Bay in Hampton Bays. Guests have the
option of staying in the main house or
in one of the seaside villas. The inn also
offers fantastic dining at its award-winning
restaurant run by the Hamptons’
first Platinum Chef, Executive Chef Colette.
There’s also the Happy as a Hamptons
food truck serving drinks, clams,
and oysters. 32 Lighthouse Rd., Hampton
Bays, 631-728-1200, theinnspot.com
HOT PLATE
DINING SCENE ADDITIONS
BY DAVID BIEBER
KISSAKI
Watch two sushi-making robots in action
at Kissaki’s new East End location.
The restaurant that has two Manhattan
locations just opened its third spot, in
the Hamptons. This brand is known for
its rich and innovative environment
that includes a 16-seat counter, two sushi
making robots (a maki maker and
nigiri maker), and high-quality meals
and beverages.
Kissaki pride itself on signature premium
omakase boxes, offered in four sizes
($35-$140). They also serve a plethora
of specialty rolls and rice bowls ($18-
$78), maki and nigiri ($6-$18), along
with premium products such as caviar
($116-$145) and special gift boxes ($225).
670 Montauk Hwy., Water Mill, 631-709-
8855, explorekissaki.com
DANNY’S CHINESE KITCHEN
It was always a dream for owner Danny
Antin to open his own prestigious
eatery, which he launched in Bellmore
in 2014. After a successful start, his
brother David, a longtime business
leader and investor, assisted Danny in
expanding to Massapequa. An Oceanside
location is also coming soon.
Indulge in the restaurant’s exclusive
zoodles, a lo mein-esque dish where
noodles are made of zucchini rather
than traditional pasta ($6.95-$12.25).
Enjoy the long list of chef specialties,
including the happy family, which
features jumbo shrimp, chicken, beef,
scallops, pork, and lobster meat alongside
mixed vegetables ($15.95). Combination
platters, health and fitness food
options, and many more dishes are
included.
20 Broadway, Massapequa, 516-809-9970,
dannyschinesekitchen.com
GUAC SHOP MEXICAN
GRILL
Guac Shop Mexican Grill
has opened up not one, but
two new unique restaurants
despite the pandemic.
Following a strong two years
with its first location in
Garden City, the proprietors
completed a second storefront
location in Jericho, as
well a 120-square-foot kitchen
in Seaford.
Build your own bowls, burritos,
tacos, quesadillas, and
more, with plenty of protein,
rice, beans, vegetables, homemade
sauce, and condiments
Kissaki has robots make their sushi.
of your liking. Also available are
diet-friendly performance bowls, appropriate
for those following the paleo,
keto, and macro pathways ($9.50-$14).
As of press time, it is preferable to order
through the website.
12 Jericho Tpke., #A-1, Jericho; 3935
Merrick Rd., Seaford, 516-274-3380,
guacshopmexicangrill.com
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