March 11, 2026
Zara opens its first Eastern Long Island store at Smith Haven Mall in Lake Grove during a multimillion-dollar redevelopment. Shoppers in Smithtown and beyond gain access to trendy fashion plus new dining and an outdoor plaza.
As Smithtown buzzes with new business openings like Chipotle on Terry Road, Zara brings major fashion news to the area. Zara opens its first Eastern Long Island store at Smith Haven Mall in Lake Grove in the first half of 2026, anchoring a multimillion-dollar mall redevelopment with new dining and an outdoor plaza.
Simon Property Group kicks off the major redevelopment this summer, wrapping up in 2026. The project upgrades the exterior with fresh paint, bright signage, and refreshed entryways off Nesconset Highway. Inside, expect updated flooring, modern fixtures, a revitalized Center Court, and a transformed food court with new seating.
Zara takes over multiple former storefronts near Center Court, joining over 130 stores including recently opened Primark and Mango. This marks Zara's third Long Island spot after Walt Whitman Shops in Huntington Station and Roosevelt Field Mall in Garden City.
Food options expand with Golf Lounge 18 opening in March, featuring a full bar and TVs, plus Ford's Garage, a burger spot with a vintage vibe. Sur la Table arrives in fall. A new green outdoor plaza adds landscaping and seating for Smithtown families.
Mark Silvestri, president of development at Simon, says the investments ensure top experiences for shoppers.
Smith Haven Mall at 313 Smith Haven Mall, Lake Grove, serves Smithtown residents directly. For more on retail shifts across the island, Sephora's recent opening at Mayfair Shopping Center in Commack pushed that center to full occupancy, reflecting a broader wave of Smithtown-area upgrades in 2026. Meanwhile, shoppers in nearby Massapequa are watching Macy's close its doors at Sunrise Mall as Long Island's retail landscape continues to shift. Stay ahead of Long Island business news—explore LI Daily for more on local openings.
