Beach 69th Street, Arverne by the Sea, NY 11692, (347) 752-2728
This Surf School was started by our friend named Mike, who is born and raised in Rockaway. They have everything you need to learn to surf.
Citi Field
41 Seaver Way, Queens, NY 11368, (718) 507-8499
This is where the Mets play. We have tickets to see them play on Tuesday after the wedding against the Miami Marlins. You are free to join if you are around!
RIPPERS
8601 Shore Front Parkway, Rockaway Beach, NY 11693
Great burger place in Rockaway. Love their micheladas and cheese fries! You can try this place at our Beach Hang on Friday.
Red Hook Lobster Pound
9701 Shore Front Parkway, Seaside, NY 11694
This is Laurel’s favorite in Red Hook. Lucky for you they have a location in Rockaway as well!
Whit's End
97-02 Rockaway Beach Boulevard, Rockaway Beach, NY 11693, (718) 945-4100
BYOB Italian restaurant known for their pizza.
Caracas Arepa Bar
106-01 Shore Front Parkway, Seaside, NY 11694
On the boardwalk, at Beach 106th with lots of other places. If you are with a group of people who can’t decide on one type of food, this is the stop for you.
Bungalow Bar
377 Beach 92nd Street, Rockaway Beach, NY 11693, (718) 945-2100
This bar and grill has amazing views of the city at sunset from their back deck.
Rockaway Brewing Company
415 B 72 Street, Arverne, NY 11692, (718) 474-2339
Lots of local craft beers and live music! We will be having dinner and drink here on Thursday night if you would like to join.
Locals Collective NYC
190 Beach 69th Street, Arverne by the Sea, NY 11692, (518) 418-0393
Coffee shop to the surfers. Grab a coffee and then walk to Beach 69 to see the surfers. Also, pick up our favorite locals merchandise while you are there. The hats and ski caps are our favorite.
Rockaway Roasters
9206 Rockaway Beach Boulevard, Rockaway Beach, NY 11693, (718) 474-2500
Grab a coffee and then go walk along the beach.
Rockaway Bagels
114-08 Beach Channel Drive, Rockaway Park, NY 11694, (718) 474-1372
You have to get a bagel when you come to NY. We would recommend a bacon, egg, and cheese on an everything bagel or you can never go wrong with scallion cream cheese.
Rockaway Beach Bakery
87-10 Rockaway Beach Boulevard, Rockaway Beach, NY 11693, (347) 727-7680
They are known for their baked goods and breakfast sandwiches. We are having our wedding cake made here!
Brothers
106-01 Shore Front Parkway, Rockaway Park, NY 11694
Breakfast and Lunch spot that has healthy and vegan options. We love the green juice here!
Bernadette’s
95-19 Rockaway Beach Boulevard, Rockaway Beach, NY 11693, (718) 885-4411
Great spot for breakfast, lunch or brunch. Get their BLAT.
The Swellife
91-08 Rockaway Beach Boulevard, Rockaway Beach, NY 11693, (347) 513-8271
Women's Clothing Boutique that has a nicely curated collection of clothes, jewelry, plants and even some kid toys.
Tunie's
108-10 Rockaway Beach Drive, Seaside, NY 11694, (718) 474-1216
Clothing Boutique that has great brands and products for everyone. Located on the ground level of the Rockaway Hotel.