Offering a delectable mixture of gourmet vegetarian food (with vegan, meat, & gluten-free options), coffee and juice bar drinks, art, and music, the Tiger Lily Café is a unique Long Island establishment. The sandwiches, wraps, soups, and salads are created with attention to complete nutrition and incredible taste, and the atmosphere is unbeatable - plush chairs and sofas, candlelight, and eclectic music make this the perfect venue to enjoy a meal with friends or to host a private event with a specially planned menu. The art and music featured at the Café is created by young local talents, and special Acoustic Sunday Sessions on the outdoor deck showcase their creativity accompanied by live, raw, and organic cuisine.
This elegant restaurant is an all rounder. The ambiance is soft and perfect for fine dining. Staff and service is very professional and attentive. While dining here, do not miss out on trying out from the wide selection of about 500 wines available from around the globe. Known for its Pastas, some of the other dishes worth trying are Burrata, Fiocchi con Formaggio with pear and the Pollo alla Martini. Also, host a private event or gathering here, the catering is great. Visit the website for more information.
Minnesota's seems like it landed in the wrong state, but no one on Long Island is complaining... live music or karaoke entertainment and an outdoor deck where food is served all summer long draw crowds. The restaurant, cooking up seafood & specials every day, becomes a 21 and over nightspot after 10 p.m. Energetic live performances, top 40 tracks, dance & house, rock music, ladies' night, and a fabulous atmosphere make this restaurant and club an excellent place to have fun.
Principally a live music venue, The Long Beach Inn devotes plenty of energy to creating a wonderful concert schedule for music enthusiasts on Long Island, with great results. Special nights all week long tempt guests to satisfy their hunger at the restaurant - try Taco Tuesday - or dance to DJ mixes and happy hour acoustic sets before enjoying performances by great East Coast bands. See website for details and photo galleries.
A wonderful casual environment to gorge on tantalizing fares, is what Runyon's offers its guests. An institution for American food since 1981, Runyon's is a great place to dine in with the family. This place offers a delightful array of food, from oven baked pizzas, pastas, salads, steaks, grilled dishes to rolls, burgers and sandwiches. If you visit this place for an early dinner, between 4p and 7p, your child can enjoy a free meal. Children can also choose from a special menu crafted for them.
On the fringes of Heckscher State Park and Timber Point Golf Course, lies George Martin's Strip Steak, an upscale restaurant specializing in tantalizing steaks.The steaks are made from certified Angus beef, dry aged, generating rich flavors. Guests can choose from filet mignon, NY strip, porterhouse and George Martin's special steak. They also have an array of seafood options for those who want a refreshing taste on their palate. With three other successful outlets: Grillfire, The Original and Grillfire, Hanover, George Martin is one trustworthy name when it comes to the best steaks.
Tony's Beechhurst Deli is a great restaurant that offers a wide range of sandwiches and paninis at a great price. This family owned and run deli serves some humongous options that wont disappoint. You can choose to dine in a comfortable and homely atmosphere or simply take away your meal. Every dish served here is made to perfection with generous amounts of fresh ingredients which can be shared and makes it worth the price. Make sure to try their prosciutto panini that is crunchy and comes with a perfect combination of meat and cheese.
Set along Fresh Pond Road in Queens, Varenyk House is a no-frills deli and grocery store. In addition to authentic sausages, they also serve baked goodies, snack items, soups, sandwiches and other homestyle meals. Large portions are served at reasonable prices. If you are looking for traditional items like sauces, cheeses, pastas, honey, breads and jams, then this store is the ideal place to visit. This friendly store is a must-visit for Ukrainian food lovers in the area.
Located close to Grover Cleveland Athletic Field in New York, Za-Ya is a well-known Japanese restaurant in the area. This classy eatery is owned and managed by Chef Iveelt Bayart and his team. The specially-curated menu includes a wide range of delicious dishes like ramen, curries, noodles and sautéed vegetables. This dimly-lit restaurant’s sophisticated interiors exudes a warm and cozy vibe. This Japanese eatery is a great place to visit with family and friends.
Tucked away in Sunnyside, Queens, New York, is a small and busy restaurant and gastropub, The Alcove. The tables seat approximately 30 people and the bar accommodates about 10 more. Ideal for brunch, The Alcove has an interesting decor, with a mannequin of an old man outside, who holds a menu for guests to see. Inside, the walls have menus, inspirational quotes written in chalk and post it notes. The busy decor reflects the pace of the establishment, where despite the rush, the owners and staff are welcoming and friendly. Peruse the menu at leisure and yet your food and drinks appear quickly. Featuring local craft beers such as Radiant Pig, Big Alice and Gun Hill, the drinks menu doesn't disappoint. Right from flavored mojitos to spicy margaritas and shots of rum chowder, the drinks menu holds its own. To nibble, go with the Alcove burgers topped with fried quail eggs and crunchy potato sticks, which come with a side of delicious truffle fries. Another popular choice is the Skirt Steak Lollipops that come in skewers and are topped with Chimichurri sauce. The tacos come with a slice of queso freir on the side; guacamole and carnitas tacos are the best. All in all it is a very friendly, unpretentious pub-next-door kind of experience.