Located in the charming seaside town of Point Lookout, J.A. Heneghan's Tavern & Restaurant offers a delightful American dining experience that caters to food lovers of all kinds. Customers rave about the excellent quality of ingredients, often sourced farm-to-table, which is clearly evident in their diverse menu. The standout dish, as many reviews point out, is the thick and juicy Red Devon Burger, cooked to perfection and bursting with flavor.
For those seeking a crisp start to their meal, the Crispy Fried Calamari comes highly recommended, accompanied by a fresh marinara sauce, while the French Onion Soup garners accolades for its rich and deep flavors. Diners also enjoy the Rigatoni Bolognese, praised for its creamy sauce and well-cooked pasta.
The atmosphere strikes a cozy balance between casual and upscale, perfect for a date night or a gathering with friends. While parking can be a challenge, the inviting service, along with standout cocktails like the Strawberry Fields, may just make the trip worth it. Overall, J.A. Heneghan's offers more than just a meal; it promises a warm experience that lingers far beyond the last bite.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Offers kerbside pickup
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
No delivery
Highlights
Has fast service
Has fireplace
Has great beer selection
Serves great cocktails
Serves great coffee
Serves great dessert
Has great wine list
Has live music
Good for watching sport
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Serves food
Serves happy-hour drinks
Serves healthy options
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves spirits
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has bar on site
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Trendy
Crowd
Good for groups
Popular with tourists
Planning
Brunch reservations recommended
Dinner reservations recommended
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Children
Good for kids
High chairs available
Has kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Plenty of parking
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Reviews For J.A. Heneghan's Tavern & Restaurant
Jaan Malik
Jun 25,2025
Great delicious food!! Great waiters here also!! My cousin and I went here for dinner and I had a burger which was delicious!! The waiters are helpful and friendly!!! The waiters recommended I get this burger and I absolutely loved it!!!
Mala Sharma
Jun 15,2025
Check out my full video review on Facebook! Link below, just copy & paste in your browser. https://www.facebook.com/share/v/bCSTtzhcUtLzZCRd/?mibextidWC7FNe Restaurant Review of J.A. Heneghan's Tavern & Restaurant in Lido Beach, Nassau County on Long Island, NY!! Decided to checkout this local vibe that I heard served straight from their farm to the table! 5/5 Rating from me! I did make reservations for 4, two days prior to this evening’s dining experience. Some out of town friends came in from NC and I thought this place would remind them of their Long Island roots. For appetizer, we shared the Crispy Fried Calamari. The rings were fresh, the batter coating crispy, served hot with a tasty marinara sauce on the side. No there was absolutely no fishy smell! The calamari was super tender and not rubbery like I’ve had in other places. Entrees: We had quite a variety. The french onion soup which was absolutely divine, the grass feed beef burger (the Red Devon Burger) and boy this was at least an inch thick, juicy, tasty, perfectly cooked med rare, and very hard to finish. Also the scrumptious rigatoni bolognese!!! Oh by the past was cooked perfectly aldente, the sauce creamy, had lots of meat in that bolognese sauce and ridiculously mouth wateringly good! You definitely need to come with an appetite that’s for sure! As for desert, we had none. Sadly we were beyond stuffed and opted to skip it entirely. That will have to wait for my next visit! Now I cannot forget about my cocktail! I had the Strawberry Fields cocktail ... Good lord it was a worthy gift to my tastebuds ! This baby was made with One with Life Tequila, Wahaka Mezcal, Cointreau, Lime Juice, Strawberry Puree, & Agave. It was strong but very smooth. I’d recommend just having 1... I didn’t dare tempt my awesome balance with another one even though it was very tasty! That said, I’d be remiss if I didn’t mention the parking situation... in hindsight, I’d recommend you carpool if going with friends or better yet, split an Uber. It’s near impossible to find parking in this lovely beachy neighborhood. Also, the price point is a tad bit on the pricier side but the food, the cocktails, the ambiance and the impeccable, friendly & professional service makes up for it all I promise you! It’s a great place to take a date, a spouse, good friends or simply a finer girls night out !
Johnny M
Jun 8,2025
Wow what great quality! I ordered the corned beef hash and the food here truly is farm to table, you can tell the food is so fresh! Excellent, and cool FDNY memorabilia as well! Affordable! Love it. We will be back!
J.H
May 24,2025
First time here today had the brunch great selection french toast was out of the world one of the best french toasts i’ve ever had in my life !!!
Luis Diaz
May 11,2025
Great food and cozy atmosphere make this a great restaurant option for brunch, lunch and dinner. J.A.H. Standard burger was juicy and the sweet potato fries were well seasoned.
Andrea M.
May 2,2025
Great restaurant, food is always delicious. The specials are very creative and the lavender lemonade is very tasty. The staff is very friendly. make sure to book your table well in advance, as this place is very popular.
Cindy Schulz
Apr 5,2025
Always a good comfort food place. A great starter is the crispy artichoke hearts with the lemon aioli. I love the French Dip Sandwich with a side of tater tots. Service is friendly and food is served quickly.
Lis Lukus
Mar 21,2025
My friend and I came here before a concert at Jones beach and were seated promptly and had a very nice waitress. We had some phenomenal appetizers. We tried the filet sliders (out of this world), the crispy artichokes w/lemon aioli (I could seriously drink that stuff it was so delicious) and the burrata w/fried zucchini. I cannot stress enough how yummy the food was. The manager, Shana, should be teaching restaurant management somewhere because she is truly grade A. Thank you for a wonderful experience!
Reviews For J.A. Heneghan's Tavern & Restaurant