Rowdy Hall is moving into the iconic location in Amagansett, formerly the Indian Wells Tavern. After 26 raucous years in East Hampton Village, the popular pub is excited to continue its top-rated beer program and signature Rowdy classics from the new location. This Summer, Rowdy Hall will remain open in East Hampton Village, and the new Amagansett location will open in mid-September.
The new location promises to maintain the character Rowdy Hall is known for, offering ample seating, an expanded bar, and an outdoor beer garden.
In a release from the managing group, Honest Man Hospitality said, “We are, of course, sad to leave our location in East Hampton Village but excited to bring Rowdy to Amagansett. The new location has some exciting opportunities that will allow us to expand our offerings.”
Main Street Tavern struggled to establish an identity and ultimately could not fill the large shoes left by the well-loved Indian Wells Tavern. After being sold by Lee Minetree of Saunders & Associates in the fall, excitement and anticipation around town were palpable.
This announcement allayed fears that the space would cater to a new audience. “The Hamptons needs places like Rowdy Hall to show the local character that the East End has more to offer than a high-end luxury. For many of us, real luxury is relaxing and laughing with old friends. Even if the location is new, we all know what Rowdy Hall is about,” added an Amagansett woman.
Rowdy Hall will continue to be a year-round destination for locals and residents alike, known for English pub and French bistro-style cuisine at reasonable prices. (Their French Onion Soup is so, so good!) With a focus on locally sourced products, Rowdy Hall’s unpretentious atmosphere and flawless, uncomplicated fare make it a favorite for all East Enders.
Locals are excited about the move and feel that Rowdy Hall is perfect for Amagansett and this historic location. “East Hampton Village will miss Rowdy Hall, but this move is great news! Amagansett is just down the road, and [Main Street Tavern] never spoke to me. Too formal; it felt kind of like a Toyota commercial in there. I’m glad a local business is taking over such an iconic location,” said one long-time East Hampton resident.
Now the real question is…what’s coming to Rowdy Hall in East Hampton Village…?
