Sandbar – Seafood
Sandbar captures the effortless charm of a coastal retreat, where light-filled interiors and a relaxed, nautical energy set the stage for a quintessential seaside feast. The kitchen honors the tides with glistening raw bar towers and perfectly seared fillets that sing with bright citrus and garden-fresh herbs. Every meal feels like a sun-soaked getaway, inviting guests to linger over chilled cocktails and the purest expressions of the ocean’s harvest.
55, West Main Street, Cold Spring Harbor, NY, 11724 +1-631-498-6188 https://www.sandbarcoldspringharbor.com/Rating: 4.5/5 (591 reviews)
Cuisine: Seafood
Price range: $$
Dietary options: vegetarian, nut-free, high-protein, low-carb, gluten-free, dairy-free, keto, vegan, mediterranean, sugar-free, paleo, diabetic, pescatarian, heart-healthy, plant-based, low-fat, whole30, high-fiber, atkins, anti-inflammatory, low-cholesterol, south-beach, clean-eating, gerd, low-fodmap, volumetrics, tlc, detox, alkaline, aip, carnivore, raw-food, zone, mayo-clinic, macrobiotic, lectin-free, slow-carb, sirtfood, pegan, candida
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Saturday
- 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners consistently praise Sandbar for its exceptional food and warm, welcoming atmosphere. Standout dishes include the unique chickpea fries, flavorful duck tacos, and fresh seafood options like the spicy tuna crispy rice, octopus, and soy glazed cod. Guests highlight the attentive and friendly service, noting that the lively harbor ambience and creative cocktails, particularly the Whalebone, make for a fantastic dining experience.
Menu
Appetizers
- Chickpea Fries - $15: sriracha aïoli Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Duck Tacos - $20: daikon, jalapeño, hoisin sauce, cilantro, scallions Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins
- Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes - $25: corn salsa, avocado purée, lemon aïoli Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap
- Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice - $22: avocado, jalapeño Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap
- Wild Mushroom Truffle Pizza - $16: mozzarella, gouda, goat cheese, wild mushrooms, arugula Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Sirtfood, Pegan, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Margherita Pizza - $13: classic margherita pizza, add meatballs for $3 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic
- Grilled Octopus - $20: chorizo & white bean cassoulet, lemon, grilled sourdough Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, High-Fiber
- Short Rib Beef & Barley Soup - $12: mushrooms, baby carrot, peas, bone marrow drizzle Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Raw Bar
- Seafood Tower (Half) - $90: assorted seafood Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Low-Fodmap, Raw-Food, TLC, Detox, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Seafood Tower (Full) - $170: assorted seafood Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Low-Fodmap, Raw-Food, TLC, Detox, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Shrimp Cocktail - $21: cocktail sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, TLC, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb
- Jumbo Lump Crab Cocktail - $30: meyer lemon aïoli Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Oysters on the Half Shell (Regular) - $18: cocktail sauce, fresh horseradish, mignonette sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC
- Oysters on the Half Shell (Premium) - $24: cocktail sauce, fresh horseradish, mignonette sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC
- Clams on the Half Shell - $15: fresh clams Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, AIP, Candida, Lectin-Free
Salads
Add chicken 8 / shrimp 12 / salmon 12 / steak 14
- Chopped Salad - $18: mixed greens, baby spinach, dried cranberries, farro, apples, butternut squash, walnuts, pomegranate seeds, pear vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Pegan
- Sandbar Salad - $16: mixed greens, warm goat cheese, mustard vinaigrette Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic, Lectin-Free
- Baby Romaine Caesar - $16: white anchovies, croutons, parmesan cheese Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Chopped Pear, Rocket & Quinoa Salad - $16: walnuts, feta, cranberries, honey-dijon vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic
Handhelds
Served with house-made french fries
- 1890 Burger - $27: 45-day dry-aged burger, tillamook cheddar, white onion, harissa aïoli, sesame seed bun Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Sandbar Cheeseburger - $24: bacon-onion marmalade, cheddar cheese, toasted sesame bun Dietary tags: High-Protein
- Lobster Roll - $45: Choice of cold (lemon, dill, amagansett sea salt) or warm (melted butter, lemon, chive, amagansett sea salt), butter toasted new england roll Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Turkey Burger - $22: swiss, avocado, sriracha aïoli, toasted sesame bun Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Marinated Mahi-Mahi Fish Tacos - $24: mango jicama slaw, avocado, cabbage, cilantro cream Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Grilled Chicken Sandwich - $22: swiss, arugula, avocado, bacon, tomato, sriracha aïoli, multigrain ciabatta Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Steak Sandwich - $26: caramelized vidalia onions, mozzarella, horseradish aïoli, garlic butter toasted baguette Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Entrees
- Poke Bowl - $29: tuna, udon noodles, avocado, edamame, pickled vegetables, sriracha aïoli Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber
- Grilled Atlantic Swordfish Basquaise - $35: roasted vegetable ragout, chorizo, grilled lemon Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, Zone, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Candida
- Grilled Faroe Island Salmon - $35: lentils, squash, almonds, braised red cabbage, tarragon dijon cream Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Zone, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb
- Sandbar Fish and Chips - $29: cod, steak fries, petite salad, tartar sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Sandbar Chicken - $26: lemon butter, house-made french fries, dressed greens Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Braised Short Rib of Beef - $35: parsnip purée, baby carrots, brussels sprouts petals, pearl onion, cremini mushrooms, borolo beef glace Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins
Sides
- House-Made French Fries - $12 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap
- Sweet Potato Fries - $12 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap
- Roasted Forest Mushrooms - $12 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Sirtfood, Pegan, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Parsnip Purée - $12 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic
- Creamed Spinach - $12 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, High-Fiber
- Glazed Baby Carrots - $12 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Sandbar
- How extensive is this restaurant's menu selection?
- The menu features seafood towers, pizzas, and tacos, with specific dishes catering to 40 dietary categories including vegan, keto, and gluten-free.
- What is the overall customer sentiment about this restaurant?
- Diners praise Sandbar's exceptional food, warm atmosphere, and attentive service, awarding it a 4.5/5 rating for dishes like chickpea fries.
- Is this a good spot for a date or special occasion?
- Sandbar is ideal for dates, offering a warm, welcoming atmosphere, creative cocktails, and a lively harbor ambience with a 4.5/5 rating.
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- Sandbar accommodates mixed needs with over 40 dietary tags, offering vegan Chopped Salad, keto Shrimp Cocktail, and gluten-free Sandbar Chicken.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout dishes include chickpea fries, duck tacos, spicy tuna crispy rice, grilled octopus, soy glazed cod, and jumbo lump crab cakes.
- How many reviews does this restaurant have?
- The provided information does not specify the exact number of reviews for Sandbar, though it maintains an average rating of 4.5/5.
- Where is this restaurant located?
- Sandbar is located in Cold Spring Harbor, as indicated by its official website at https://www.sandbarcoldspringharbor.com/.
- How can I contact this restaurant?
- You can contact Sandbar by visiting their official website at https://www.sandbarcoldspringharbor.com/ for more information and inquiries.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Sandbar maintains an overall rating of 4.5/5, with diners consistently praising the exceptional food and warm, welcoming atmosphere.
- What are this restaurant's hours of operation?
- The provided restaurant data for Sandbar does not include information regarding its specific hours of operation.