Off the Bay opens in Sayville

Sayville Bait & Tackle has officially become Off the Bay, a new seafood-focused concept keeping the oceanfront-inspired charm of the former eatery that closed in February after a five-year run. 

While the space at 220 N. Main St. has had new owners since Jan 1., Michael Jordan and partners Shaun Ihne and Rob DelGiorno kept the character of the space, including the decorative ceiling-fan oars. The trio also owns Whiskey Neat in Patchogue and Frankie’s Table in Commack.

"We didn’t do much in terms of renovating, it was more of a rebrand," Jordan said. 

Start with appetizers such as a lobster roll slider ($38 for three) or the smash burger slider ($18 for three pieces). Off the Bay’s raw bar includes a shrimp cocktail ($28 for five) or Long Island oysters ($2.25 each). Entrees includes a shrimp po-boy ($28), steak frites ($48)   and what the crew has branded as "the best chicken on the block" ($26).

With Off the Bay, the trio wants to "redefine the new American tavern," Jordan said.

"We have this idea that people deserve an opportunity to have a really good quality meal, good quality spirits and cocktails without necessarily having to get dressed up and spend a tremendous amount of money," he said.

Off the Bay, 220 N. Main St., Sayville, 631-256-4646. Open noon to 1 a.m. Sunday to Thursday and noon to 2 a.m. Friday and Saturday.