“Though the sandy beaches might lure visitors from all over the five boroughs, what inspired me to move here is the palpable sense of community.” — Ali Francis (apwfrancis)
was put up for sale during the pandemic, two locals swooped in to preserve the community watering hole, which has been serving the Queens neighborhood since 1962.
Between surf lessons and sun-drenched dozing on the sand, here are the can’t-miss Rockaway restaurants to try.**The best time to visit is…**between Memorial Day and Labor Day for hot weather and big beach parties. Or, head out with a cozy picnic in spring and fall to avoid swarming crowds and chafed thighs.
**Don’t forget to pack…**a swimsuit and SPF 50 to hit the waves, a Yeti full of cold ones, and rollerblades for cruising up the boardwalk.for a close-to-the-beach splurge. At this boutique hotel on 108th street, you’ll find a variety of wood-paneled rooms; a luxury onsite spa; a ground-floor restaurant and rooftop bar with panoramic views of the Manhattan skyline, Jamaica Bay, and the Atlantic Ocean; and a pool with loungers, cabanas, and waterside bites.