Montauk Meets The Caribbean: Navy Beach Opens In St.Thomas And St. Maarten – Forbes

Navy Beach St Maarten

Navy Beach in Montauk is a summertime hot spot, famous for being one of the best places to catch the sunset with a cocktail in hand. While dusk is probably the most popular time at this nautical-themed restaurant and bar, its also a great place to drop anchor, have lunch on the beach with your toes in the sand, or enjoy a dinner with friends. Now Navy Beach is bringing its all-day appeal to the Caribbean, opening a location in St. Thomas in December and in St. Maarten in early 2020.

They bring an ideal missing piece to the marinas as a playful, chic addition to the dining scenes, says FranklinFerguson, partner at Navy Beach Hospitality of the new locations. Perfect for the luxury yachting community that often heads south (from the Hamptons) in the winter months. The expansion is a partnership between Navy Beach and IGY Marinas, one of the largest international marina companies in the world and a leading destination network for vessels across the globe.

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Like at the original Navy Beach, the ocean will play a pivotal role in the St. Thomas and St. Maarten outposts.NavyBeachSt. Thomashas a prime waterfront location at Yacht Haven Grande and will have a mix of indoor and outdoor seating, and views of Charlotte Amalie Harbor. The bright open-air space also makes a great backdrop for weddings, live music performancesand events.

Navy Beach St. Maarten will serve as the brands new flagship and opens at Yacht Club at Isle de Sol which is home to 40 megayacht berths. The lagoon-front, two-story space will feature water-view dining, a gaming area, daybeds overlooking a swimming pool and a tropical landscaped patio. For cocktails head to their Sky Deck which overlooks the marina for a tropical outdoor tipple and of course, to see an epic sunset.

As for food, you can expect some Montauk favorites as well as some local updates at both Caribbean Navy Beach locations.The menu includes the Raw Tuna Crudo (with avocado, jalapeo, lemon and sesame); Jumbo Lump Crab Cake (with cucumber kimchi and smoked yogurt); Grilled Avocado (with chilled shrimp, tomatillo, Calabrian chile oil and tortilla crisps); Whole Snapper (with red curry coconut, sushi rice and wakame); and a Caribbean Lobster Bake. Like our Montauk menu, it will offer something for everyone, from fresh raw seafood, to comfort food, says Ferguson.

New to the Caribbean scene, both Navy Beaches will be hosting preview events to see old friends and make new ones.Well be welcoming Yacht Club marina guests, as well as locals from St. Maarten and St. Thomas, friends of Navy Beach and IGY Marinas in town for a friends and family preview soire, saysFerguson. There will be signature cocktails and menu items as well as live music. Itll be a casually elegant gathering of existing and new friends.

While Navy Beach in Montauk is typically a summertime destination these new Caribbean outposts make the Navy Beach experience accessible year-round. Even in the depths of winter, youll be able to enjoy fresh seafood, sand beaches and a lively atmosphere reminiscent of summer in the Hamptons just a short flight away from the east coast. The properties will also attract a whole new set of guests making the brand a worldwide name rather than just a Montauk favorite.

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Montauk Meets The Caribbean: Navy Beach Opens In St.Thomas And St. Maarten - Forbes