What’s Open Year-Round on LBI? Restaurants, Shops & Rentals
What’s Open Year-Round on Long Beach Island? Your LBI Off-Season Guide
Think Long Beach Island closes after summer? Think again!
Fall and winter are some of the best times to experience LBI. The beaches are peaceful, traffic is lighter, and plenty of favorite restaurants, shops and local businesses remain open throughout the year.
Whether you're planning a fall weekend, Thanksgiving at the shore, a winter getaway or simply spending more time at your LBI home, here are some great year-round stops from Barnegat Light to Beach Haven.
Barnegat Light
The north end of LBI is especially beautiful in the offseason. Take a walk near Barnegat Lighthouse, enjoy the quiet beaches and then stop at one of the local favorites.
Kubel's
An LBI tradition since 1927, Kubel's is open daily and year-round for lunch and dinner, with a full bar and views of Barnegat Bay.
https://www.kubelsbarnegatlight.com/
The Keeper's
Need wine, beer, spirits or a few provisions? The Keeper's in Barnegat Light operates year-round and is conveniently located near the lighthouse.
Barnegat Light business information:
https://barnegatlight.org/merchant-directory/
Surf City
Surf City remains one of LBI's most active communities after summer ends, with several places to grab a meal or do a little shopping.
Wally's
A Surf City landmark for more than 50 years, Wally's is open all year and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. It's an especially good option when your group includes different dietary needs, with vegan and gluten-free choices available.
Northside Bar & Grille
Northside is another year-round Surf City option for burgers, wings, drinks and casual meals.
Surf City 5&10
This longtime LBI shop is a fun stop for gifts, home goods, clothing and beach-themed items. Offseason schedules can change, so check current hours before visiting.
https://www.surfcity5and10.com/
Ship Bottom
Just over the Causeway, Ship Bottom has some of the largest selection of year-round businesses on LBI.
Burger 25
Craving a burger and fries after a chilly walk on the beach? Burger 25's Ship Bottom location stays open throughout the year.
The Arlington
The Arlington has served the LBI community year-round since 2013, offering contemporary American food, seafood, cocktails and craft beer.
Farias Surf & Sport
LBI isn't just a summer surf destination! The flagship Farias location in Ship Bottom is open year-round and carries surfboards, wetsuits, clothing and plenty of beach and surf gear.
Long Beach Township & Haven Beach
Heading farther south? There are year-round choices throughout Long Beach Township as well.
Blue Water Cafe – Haven Beach
Blue Water Cafe serves brunch, lunch and dinner, with fresh seafood and casual coastal dishes. Current offseason hours are posted on its website.
https://www.bluewatercafelbi.com/
Nardi's Tavern
A longtime LBI bar and restaurant, Nardi's is another year-round option in Long Beach Township for food, drinks and entertainment.
Beach Haven
Beach Haven may be famous for summertime, but there's still plenty happening after Labor Day.
Buckalew's Restaurant & Tavern
A Beach Haven institution dating back to 1874, Buckalew's serves lunch and dinner year-round, with seafood, steaks, comfort food and a full tavern.
Tuckers Tavern
Tuckers is open year-round and offers an American coastal gastropub menu, raw bar, craft beer and cocktails.
https://www.tuckerstavern-lbi.com/
Uncle Will's
This beloved Beach Haven breakfast and lunch spot has been part of the LBI experience for generations. Check current hours before heading over, as offseason schedules can vary.
And Pack Lite Is Open Year-Round Too!
Coming to Long Beach Island after summer? You don't have to pack your car with sheets, towels and bulky baby equipment.
Pack Lite is open year-round, providing linen rentals, towel rentals and baby equipment rentals throughout Long Beach Island.
Whether you're staying in Barnegat Light, Harvey Cedars, Surf City, Ship Bottom, Long Beach Township, Beach Haven or anywhere in between, Pack Lite can help make an offseason LBI stay easier.
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LBI Doesn't End When Summer Does
There is something special about Long Beach Island in the offseason — quiet beaches, cool ocean air, fewer crowds and plenty of local businesses that keep the island going all year long.
So pack a sweater, plan an offseason LBI getaway and enjoy a completely different side of the Jersey Shore.
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Offseason restaurant and store schedules can change, so we recommend checking directly with each business before visiting.