Manhattan’s finest flee the city in search of the sunny sea vibes, exquisite eateries, beach soirées and of course the superior shopping out east. Everyone is heading to the Hamptons and there are new stores and restaurants to enjoy.

Who doesn’t crave the salt life? Here are some new spots to soak up the sun in style...

Shopping in Southampton

Jenni Kayne has a temporary summer shop at 2 Main St. showcasing her laid-back LA style. This is her first ever appearance on the east coast.

Barry’s Bootcamp at 10 Montauk Hwy., brings its beloved high-intensity interval cardio and strength training workout. This is a third Hampton’s location; the other two are in Wainscott and Amagansett. This outpost is complete with lockers, lounge area and a pro shop of exclusive clothing and accessories. The studio has 25 treadmills and 25 benches, accommodating 50 guests at a time in each class!

Santa Monica based contemporary mens wear Lanai Collection debuted at 38 Jobs Ln. for the beach season. This is their first brick-and-mortar store in the Hamptons for summer 2016.

AUrate New York, 47 Jobs Ln., is a pop-up shop of beautiful, fashionable jewelry with ethically sourced components.

Cabana; 53 Jobs Ln. is returning to the East End for the second year in a row. Apparel, accessories, beauty brands and home goods are featured here.  Adored by celebrities so you never know who you will shop next to while perusing the expertly curated luxury items.

Couture Cuisine

in Southampton

Jue Lan Club, 268 Elm St. by Restaurateur Stratis Morfogen (founder of Philippe) is opening a second outpost of his Flatiron Jue Lan Club in Circo’s former home. Chinese-style fare in an exclusive club-like setting.

Clyde’s Restaurant, 91 Hill St. in Southampton Inn where they completely overhauled former Café Oso restaurant with a new year-round eatery featuring healthy classic American fare by executive chef Scott Adriani serving breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Union Cantina, 40 Bowden Sq., is modeled after the traditional Mexican pulqueria (tequila bar), in the former Publick House location. Restaurateur Ian Duke has Iron Chef Contestant, executive chef Scott Kampf overseeing the kitchen.

East Hampton

Club Monaco, 17 Newtown Ln. is its second outpost out east. The new store and the Southampton location are the only two to sell home products, and will also sell a unique selection of vintage this summer only.

Big Flower flagship by Greg Ammon at 23 Newtown Ln. featuring a men’s collection of handmade, contemporary wear and accessories. The women’s line consists of summer basics.

Tory Burch is now a Tory Sport at 47 Newtown Ln. selling her successful performance activewear that has supreme style.

Tesla Motors at 50 Newtown Ln. is a permanent showroom for the chic, eco-friendly cars where you can test drive or charge your vehicle.

Oliver Peoples opened at 53 Newtown Ln., with a permanent location showcasing the new Oliver Peoples x The Row collaboration, the summer 2016 collection, a curated selection of exclusive custom frames and an on-site optician.

JUJA Active, 66 Newtown Ln., is the second permanent location twice the size of the flagship JUJA Active location in Southampton (38 Jobs L.) They offer a vast assortment from 30+ designers including W.I.T.H., Red Tiger, Track & Bliss, and Pheel. 

WearWithAll, 10 Main St. by designer Melody Mayer, who has worked with everyone from Hillary Clinton to Madonna, will open her first boutique and art gallery.

Aquazzura Pop-Up Boutique; 20 Main Street has everything from their staple lace-up flats to their iconic pom-pom sandals. Find footwear for the beach to the events and everything in between.

Set Point Tennis, 47 ½ Main Street has had a complete overhaul with a minimalist ambiance. Find a curated selection of top of the line tennis racquets, sneakers, apparel and accessories.

Brunello Cucinelli, 55 Main St., already has a shop selling its designer fashion on Newtown Ln., now has a new home and lifestyle boutique.

 East Hampton Eateries

 The Service Station, 100 Montauk Hwy., in the old Winston’s/Nichol’s/Quiet Clam space, is reasonably priced starters, sandwiches, salads, mains, and even a kids’ menu aka comfort food. The 60-seat restaurant is by restaurateurs Michael Gluckman and Shane Dyckman really was a filling station in the 1920s and the décor reflects this.

Highway Restaurant and Bar, 290 Montauk Hwy., from the team that brought you Eleven Madison Park, Charlie Bird and Restaurant at the NoMad Hotel; the revamped space serves New American Fare with fresh ingredients.

Juice Press opened up its third East End shop at 55 Main St.. The spot will offer more than 85 beverages, along with acai bowls, superfood smoothies, organic salads, hot soups, and more.

Montauk

Gurney’s Fashion Collective, at Gurney’s Montauk & Seawater Spa; 290 Old Montauk Hwy., will be a rotating series of pop-up shops for the fashionistas out east. Edie Parker, Maje, Lemlem and Kiini, Mara Hoffman and Sandro are some of the featured brands.

 Miansai Airstream at Navy Beach; 16 Navy Rd. sells Miansai’s nautical rope bracelets, dainty metallic cuffs, and watches. The Airstream will be parked at the restaurant all summer.

New Place to Nosh in Montauk

Arbor, 40 Fort Pond Rd., offers Mediterranean-style food in the former Ciao by the Beach location. The executive chef is Pierre Sudre formerly of NYC’s La Goulue and Shelter Island’s Sunset Beach. Visit the garden-surrounded outdoor bar and enjoy the wine cellar in the main dining area.

Sag Harbor

Copious Row, 27 Washington St. started as an online shop for men and is now a destination specializing in men’s, women’s and fantastic accessories. 

Jayson Home, 3 Madison St. is the perfect interiors store for exclusive beach living. Furniture, decorative pieces and kitchen accessories for the chic.

Mungo & Maud 43 Madison St. is a pop-up shop for the pampered pet. Handmade dog accessories, beds, and grooming products keeps them ready for the beach.

Divine Dining in Sag Harbor

 LT BURGER, 62 Main St. by Laurent Tourondel’s has a new chef de cuisine, Thomas Bogia previously of Zin Burger and the Hyatt Regency. New breakfast service, boozy milkshakes, new cocktails and more.

Le Bilboquet, 1 Long Wharf, is an outpost of the Upper East Side spot famous for socialite and celebrity crowds. This is top food news for summer 2016.

Bridgehampton

Ethel + Row, 2397 Montauk Hwy., is a children’s boutique featuring apparel by anais & i, Bensimon, DL1961, Miller, Grey Label and more. Trends are mixed with contemporary and classic, minimal and unisex styles, in all natural materials

Dining Big in Bridgehampton 

Topping Rose House, 1 Bridgehampton-Sag Harbor Tpke., has a new celebrity chef running the kitchen for 2016; Jean-Georges Vongerichten.

Amagansett

Love, Adorned, 156 Main St., by Lori Leven is a collection of fine jewelry, curiosities and collectibles based in lower Manhattan has made its way across the country to Santa Monica, and now to Amagansett. 

The Line – Amagansett; 154 Main St. Sleek, is a seasonal store, minutes from the ocean, designed to be the ultimate Refined beach cottage selling home, fashion and beauty selection along with collectibles and paper goods. Brands include Altuzarra, Calvin Klein Collection, Protagonist and beauty brand Sunday Riley.

This year’s summer season is delightful mix of summer pop-up boutiques and permanent shops alongside innovative and fine dining. Of course there is more to come and the excitement continues because after all, this is the Hamptons!

Happy summer and happy shopping!

Faith Hope Consolo is the chairman of Douglas Elliman’s retail leasing, marketing and sales division, New York, N.Y.

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