Fire Island Vines
Located in the heart of Bay Shore, Long Island, Fire Island Vines is a family-owned and operated winery offering a laid-back atmosphere to relax and enjoy a wide selection of local beverages.
Step into Fire Island Vines and become part of their family. The dedicated staff possesses a deep knowledge of local wines, beers, ciders, and hard seltzer, ready to answer questions and expand your understanding. They take pride in sharing their love of wine while actively supporting local businesses. This welcoming winery also brings family and friends together in a comfortable and inviting setting.
Local wines, Beers, Ciders, Hard seltzers
Location
Fire Island Vines operates at 17 East Main Street, Bay Shore, NY, on the South Shore rather than either fork — a mainland tasting room and small-plates spot rather than an estate vineyard. 1
Food pairing focus
Alongside wine, beer, cider and hard seltzer, the venue serves Mediterranean-style spreads such as hummus, tirokafteri and tzatziki, and is also known for wood-fired pizza, positioning it closer to a wine bar with a kitchen than a traditional tasting room. 1
Booking private events
The winery markets itself directly as an events venue for celebrations and parties, with a phone line — 631-647-9010 — listed specifically for booking group functions. 2
Origins as a wine-tour business
Fire Island Vines grew out of owner Angelo Crisci's wine-tour company, First Glass Wine Tours, which he launched in 2013 to run trips to North and South Fork vineyards; the Bay Shore location, opened in February 2020, was his family's first storefront and was designed to bring the East End tasting experience closer to home for South Shore visitors. 3
House wines and tap list
Crisci partnered with North Fork's Laurel Lake Vineyards to produce a set of wines sold only at the Bay Shore location under the Fire Island Vines label, including a pinot grigio, pinot noir, sauvignon, rosé and riesling; the space also pours other Long Island and New York State wines, beer and cider across roughly 14 to 20 tap lines. 4
The room itself
The 2,400-square-foot space seats up to about 75 people across benches, tabletops and a 25-foot bar, and is decorated with beadboard walls, exposed studs and beach-bungalow-style artwork; a separate street-facing nook called FIV Cafe and Market offers self-serve coffee, snacks and grab-and-go sandwiches. 5
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Frequently asked questions
- What are Fire Island Vines's tasting room hours?
- Fire Island Vines's tasting room hours vary by season — typically Friday through Sunday during the off-season and daily in summer and harvest. Always check the winery's website before driving out, especially mid-week.
- Do I need a reservation to taste at Fire Island Vines?
- Reservations are strongly recommended at Fire Island Vines on weekends and during harvest season (September–November). Walk-ins are sometimes accepted on weekdays. Booking ahead also locks in your group size for seated tastings.
- Where is Fire Island Vines located?
- Fire Island Vines is in Bay Shore, NY, on the North Fork of Long Island. It's an easy stop on most North Fork or Hamptons wine-tasting day trips.
- What wines is Fire Island Vines known for?
- Fire Island Vines is known for local wines, beers, ciders, hard seltzers. On the tasting menu, ask about their Local wines, Beers, Ciders, and Hard seltzers.
- How do I get to Fire Island Vines from NYC?
- From Manhattan, Fire Island Vines is about a 2–2.5 hour drive via the LIE (I-495) to the North Fork, exiting toward Bay Shore. The LIRR reaches nearby Ronkonkoma and Greenport; from there you'll need a car, taxi, or a booked wine tour to reach the tasting room.
- What's the best time of year to visit Fire Island Vines?
- Late spring through fall is peak on the North Fork — May and June are quietest with the vines leafing out, July–August is busiest, and September–October harvest brings the best energy in the tasting room. Winter weekends are lower-key with shorter hours; always confirm before making the drive.