Tappan Marina near completion

Construction is nearly complete on the $4.4 million Tappan Marina building renovation project that began in 2020. Travelers on state Route 250 have had a front-row view to the construction progress, which features the development of a new 250-seat restaurant on the main floor of the marina including seating for over 100 guests on a covered deck overlooking the lake.

Matt Donohoe and Shari Lewis, owners of the Dennison Yard, have been selected to operate the restaurant with an expected opening in July.

“We are very excited to provide a full-service restaurant and bar where boaters and visitors will enjoy a delicious meal in a comfortable, relaxing environment — with a spectacular view,” Shari Lewis said. “We are also planning to offer carryout menu items that boaters can order and enjoy while relaxing on the water.”

The lower level of the marina will be home to MWCD’s Tappan Marina operations. It also will feature pontoon and fishing-boat rentals, boating supplies, gifts, bait and tackle, fuel sales, snacks, and docking rentals. Despite construction, marina operations are currently open. Pontoon rentals, gas and seasonal docking are available for the 2021 season. Boat-rental reservations are encouraged and can be made online at www.MWCD.org.