What to know before you go
Shagwong Tavern says it opened in 1936 and has been a Montauk mainstay for almost 100 years. The site quotes Edible East End: "Few things make Montauk 'Montauk,' and the Shagwong is one of them."
The site lists the kitchen as open from 12 pm to close and the bar from 12 pm "til late" every night, with DJs starting at 10 pm on Friday and Saturday. It lists a phone number for takeout orders and no online reservation system.
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Common questions
Is Shagwong Tavern open in winter?
Shagwong Tavern has not announced a winter schedule. The site says the bar and kitchen are open seven days a week and gives no season. Checked October 28, 2026.
What are Shagwong Tavern's hours?
As posted on its website on October 28, 2026: Kitchen: 12 pm to close, seven days; Bar: 12 pm until late; DJs start at 10 pm on Friday and Saturday.
Plan around it
Getting to Montauk: Hamptons Commute. Beaches nearby: Hamptons Beach Day.
Sources
Every fact on this page comes from the sources below. Hours, menus and prices change: confirm with Shagwong Tavern before you go.
- Shagwong Tavern: home page with hours Checked October 28, 2026.