There's a new hospitality group at Ruschmeyer’s in Montauk

The Ruschmeyer’s Hotel, a popular spot in Montauk, is now under new management.

Ruschmeyer’s is now managed by El Grupo, which is led by Nathan Leong and Sameer Qureshi, the team behind Somewhere Nowhere and 9 Jones in Manhattan. This marks the company’s foray into hotel management and operations.

The group is launching two new food and beverage concepts for the season. These concepts include Placebo, a Puerto Rican New American fusion restaurant, and Don Jaguar, a speakeasy lounge. In addition the property’s 19-room hotel has experienced a “refresh,” according to a news release about the property.

Placebo, a 4,693-square-foot restaurant, opens its doors Thursday. Its dcor was inspired by the landscapes of Puerto Rico, from where Leong hails. Designed by Lymarie Bried Fuentes, the space features furnishings and decor elements comprising earth tones, tropical leaves, and elements inspired by Puerto Rico's heritage, from the Tano to the El Yunque National Fores

The menu is a fusion of “New York City energy with a Latin Flair," according to the news release, and is led by its chef, Sandy Dee Hall, who has been featured on Food Network’s “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives” and Netflix's reality cooking competition show “Snack vs. Chef.”

"We're thrilled to infuse Ruschmeyer's experience with our signature blend of Montauk charm and NYC-style hospitality," Leong said in the news release.

"This season marks a fresh start, and Placebo is just the beginning," Leong added. "Guests can expect a reimagined Ruschmeyer's experience with exciting new concepts to be revealed."

The hotel was recently owned by Jeremy Morton, a restaurateur on the East End, and is now under new ownership.

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