STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — After two years of serving upscale seafood at The Boulevard shopping complex in New Dorp, Sea Bar closed its doors as 2025 came to a close. The owners announced the closure last month in a heartfelt Facebook post.
On Dec. 17, 2025, Sea Bar’s owners took to Facebook to express appreciation for their customers and gratitude to their staff.
“Two years ago, we opened our doors with a dream. This weekend, we close this location with nothing but gratitude,” the owners wrote. “To every guest who supported us, celebrated milestones here, and made memories at our tables—thank you.
“You gave this restaurant its soul. To our incredible staff—past and present—you were the heartbeat of this place. Your passion, dedication, and hard work made every service unforgettable. While this chapter comes to an end here, our journey continues.”
Customers responded to the closure on Facebook with messages of support and nostalgia. One commenter wrote, “My husband and I loved your restaurant! You will be truly missed and I’m sorry that we didn’t get a chance to come one last time to say ‘bye.’”
Another customer expressed disbelief at the closing, saying, “We can’t believe you closed, we’ve enjoyed so many of your meals and you’ve always been so kind and welcoming. We’re looking forward to seeing you again soon.”
Sea Bar opened in 2023 and was named one of Staten Island’s best new restaurants that year. The restaurant was recognized for its ocean-inspired menu and talented kitchen staff, described as offering “a seat in the lofty main dining area [that] offers a ticket to another, more dreamy island with super fresh fish and Greek flavors to match.”
The New Dorp restaurant was known for its “super fresh fish and Greek flavors” and seafood-heavy menu woven with Greek and Balkan themes.Pamela Silvestri
Sea Bar was part of a growing row of eateries at The Boulevard that drew people from across the borough in New Dorp, sharing the neighborhood with other seafood spots such as Seabass Taverna and Hook & Reel Cajun Seafood & Bar.
During its time in New Dorp, Sea Bar helped bring new attention to The Boulevard as a destination for seafood and fine dining. In their Facebook post, the owners hinted that “something exciting is coming soon,” though they did not provide further details.
Although Sea Bar’s New Dorp location has officially closed, people can still visit their Great Neck location on the North Shore of Long Island at 7 Great Neck Rd, where the owners “can’t wait to welcome you there.”