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Spooky Sips & Festive Bites: Where to Celebrate Halloween and Día de los Muertos on Long Island

October 30, 2026 | What To Do

By: Ashley Rea

Halloween weekend is here, and Long Island restaurants are getting into the spirit with festive cocktails, special menus, costume contests and plenty of reasons to get together. But the celebrations don't end when the costumes come off. Día de los Muertos, observed November 1 and 2, brings its own traditions of honoring loved ones through food, music and community.

From Halloween-inspired cocktails and multi-course dinners to traditional Mexican dishes and live mariachi music, here are four Long Island restaurants worth checking out.

Bistro 72

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For a Halloween celebration with a little more dinner and a little less dancing, Bistro 72 in Riverhead is serving up a wickedly delicious evening. Located inside Hotel Indigo East End, the restaurant is hosting One Wicked Night, a special four-course Halloween pairing dinner on October 30 and 31 at 6 p.m. Each course is paired with a wine, beer or specialty cocktail, bringing together seasonal flavors and a festive dining experience.

The menu begins with a choice of roasted beet salad or classic Caesar salad, followed by wild mushroom ravioli or house-made bolognese. For the main course, guests can choose between pan-roasted herb chicken and pan-seared salmon, before finishing with triple chocolate layer cake. A full vegan menu is also available. Priced at $72 per person, plus tax and gratuity, the dinner offers a different way to celebrate Halloween. Guests looking to make a full night of it can also take advantage of an overnight package that includes dinner for two, accommodations and a special in-room surprise.

Reservations are required, making this one worth booking before the weekend gets away.

Mesita

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Why celebrate for just one night when you can make a whole weekend of it? Mesita is bringing Halloween and Día de los Muertos festivities to all three of its Long Island locations, with themed drinks, seasonal bites and plenty of entertainment. The weekend's offerings include a Black Widow Margarita, Día de los Muertos drink flight and pumpkin pancakes and waffles.

On Friday, October 30, live DJs will keep the celebration going at the Amityville and Rockville Centre locations. Saturday brings Halloween costume contests at all three restaurants, with $500 in prizes up for grabs. The festivities continue Sunday, November 1, with Día de los Muertos celebrations featuring a live DJ, Modelo giveaways and samples, plus face painting at the Amityville location. Whether you're planning a night out with friends or looking for somewhere festive to enjoy dinner and drinks, Mesita has plenty of ways to celebrate all weekend long. Reservations are encouraged.

La Fondita

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Día de los Muertos is a time to remember and honor loved ones, with traditional foods playing an important role in the celebration. In Amagansett, La Fondita is marking the occasion with a special menu inspired by the flavors and culinary traditions of Mexico.

Available for takeout on Sunday, November 1, and Monday, November 2, the limited-time offerings include Coche Comedor's Pollo en Mole Negro, featuring roasted boneless chicken thighs in a rich mole negro sauce, served with Mexican rice, black beans and five hand-pressed corn tortillas. Guests can also choose from three traditional tamales: pork in salsa roja, chicken in salsa verde, or rajas con queso, filled with sautéed jalapeño and poblano peppers and cheese. Each is served with rice and refried beans.

Known for its authentic Mexican street food, La Fondita is bringing the spirit of Día de los Muertos to the East End through comforting dishes that celebrate tradition, family and community. Orders can be placed in advance for a delicious way to take part in the holiday.

Ruta Oaxaca

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For a Día de los Muertos celebration filled with food, music and Mexican traditions, Ruta Oaxaca Mexican Cuisine in Patchogue is inviting guests to gather on November 1 and 2.

Known for its traditional Oaxacan dishes, handcrafted moles and extensive tequila and mezcal selection, the restaurant is embracing the holiday with two days of special programming. On Sunday, November 1, guests can enjoy tequila and mezcal tastings from 2 to 6 p.m., followed by live mariachi music from 3 to 5 p.m. The celebration continues Monday, November 2, with another tequila and mezcal tasting from 6 to 9 p.m., along with special food and drinks and giveaways.

More than just a festive night out, Ruta Oaxaca's celebration is an opportunity to experience the colors, flavors and traditions of Día de los Muertos, a holiday centered on honoring those who have passed while celebrating life.

Eat, Drink & Celebrate the Season

From spooky cocktails and costume contests to traditional Mexican dishes and celebrations filled with music, there's no shortage of ways to make the most of Halloween weekend on Long Island.

Whether you're dressing up for a night out at Mesita, enjoying a Halloween pairing dinner in Riverhead, bringing home traditional Día de los Muertos specialties from Amagansett or celebrating with mariachi music in Patchogue, these four restaurants offer something for every kind of celebration.

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