Today marks the official opening day of Swallow East, a restaurant brought to you by co-owners James Tchinnis and Mark Walrath, one of the new owners of Surf Lodge. Located directly on Montauk Harbor, where Lenny's used to be, this new spot is finally ready for business after a winter of renovations.

Swallow East stays true to Lenny's dockside reputation, but that seems to be where the similarities end. Offering a selection of small plates, you can choose to enjoy them in the main dining room, with the chef or on the back covered patio with a clear view of docked charter boats. More»

Since the reincarnation of the Surf Lodge this summer, Montauk has been buzzing about the changes to expect: Will it really be more family friendly? Who is replacing Chef Sam Talbot? What will change and what will stay the same? Byron at the Surf Lodge, the new Aussie-inspired restaurant within the hotel, is now a part of The Highlands Restaurant Group, with hopes to develop a more mature and restaurant-based reputation (no more Jäger behind the bar!).

We chatted with the new partner and Executive Chef Chris Rendell, formerly of Whitehall and Public in New York (among other prominent eateries), to clear up any rumors about the new menu, the new ownership, and the new vibe. More»