I agree this is a hidden gem. Very fun atmosphere, attentive service on a busy Saturday night, a…read moregood 2 person band performing, and very good food. My husband really enjoyed his burger( cooked the way he requested) and I loved my chicken sandwich! We will be back.

Total hidden gem. The food at Drift Inn is legit top notch, always fresh and consistent every time…read moreI go. Nothing fancy, just great food done right. One of those spots you almost don't wanna share because it's that good!

Honestly the smell walking in alone is amazing It's smell…read morelike great spirits and good food The environment real low key and quick Music is dope Drinks are top tier Favorite so far French onion dip And ramen Can't wait to come back

A nice selection of delicious drinks The apps are also a…read morevariety of food, burgers and seafood dishes

Absolutely loved Bayberry! A perfect brunch spot!…read more What a gem! We stopped at Bayberry for brunch between our boys' soccer games, and it was absolutely perfect! The restaurant is beautiful, warm, and inviting, with such a lovely atmosphere. It's located in a charming downtown area filled with restaurants and shopping, but Bayberry was exactly what we were looking for. I ordered the lemon blueberry Dutch baby, and oh my goodness, it was AMAZING! Beautifully presented and absolutely delicious. My husband enjoyed the chicken club, while our boys ordered chicken tenders from the kids' menu. Speaking of the kids' menu, how adorable is this?! It was presented as a sail on a little wooden sailboat! Such a thoughtful and creative touch. The kids' portions were just right, and the prices were very reasonable, especially considering the quality of the food and the overall experience. The staff was friendly and welcoming, the restaurant was beautifully maintained, and even the bathrooms were gorgeous! Another plus was the ample street parking, which made our visit that much easier. Bayberry checked all the boxes for us: delicious food, beautiful ambiance, great service, and a family-friendly experience without sacrificing a more elevated dining atmosphere. Would absolutely recommend and happily return!

I've been meaning to try Bayberry for a while & I saw a post about their happy hour so decided to…read moregive it a try. Happy hour at the bar is from 12-7pm with the bar bites available after 4pm. The place is very nicely decorated and exudes an upscale but unpretentious vibe. I ordered a glass of the pinot noir which was tasty and at $6 a nice bargain. I got the chickpea fries and was surprised by the texture. It was almost custard like with a slight chickpea flavor in a very light breading. Served with the harissa aioli it made for a nice app. After a while I decided to try the Filet mignon sliders, which I ordered medium rare, the bartender said they don't usually take a temp on those but he'd note it. The meat is sliced very thin but was tender and still had a bit of red. The arugula gave it a nice peppery bite. My only critic is the slider roll was very cottony, but the overall taste was very good. I'll definitely be back and will try something off the regular menu.

Better late than never with this backdated review--life has just been lifing!…read moreI finally made it to Artemis on July 22nd after fiending to go since January. There's actually a hilarious story behind why I went. I was originally supposed to have a date that night, but let's be real: you'd think a 61-year-old man would know better than to take a 47-year-old woman to Dave & Buster's. I canceled the night before, dolled myself up the day of, and decided to take myself out instead. Best decision ever. The joint is dimly lit. But your eyes wind up adjusting. It's got a great vibe. Definitely excellent for a date night. The bartenders here are absolute rockstars. I started with a Painkiller. Even though it's no longer on the menu, they whipped it up for me anyway--and hey, it definitely relieved my pain, lol! Next, I tried a Corpse Reviver just because it had absinthe in it. It was different, but I really enjoyed it. Naturally, I had to finish with my signature drink, a Cosmopolitan, because I am the Black Carrie Bradshaw of Long Island. And it did not disappoint. The eats: I got the charcuterie board--fancy and bougie, just like me--and wrapped up the night with the brownie à la mode for dessert. Drowning my troubles in sweets is a must when the Long Island dating pool is an absolute wasteland, lmao. Did I want to spend my night around teenagers, kids, and skee-ball? HELL NO! I wanted a grown-and-sexy speakeasy vibe, and Artemis delivered. 5/5 stars--would 100% recommend!

I've been to Artemis a few of times now, and I really love this place. The atmosphere is probably…read moremy favorite part. It's got that intimate, speakeasy vibe that makes it feel a little different from your typical bar. The cocktails are creative, unique, and really well made. It's fun trying something new each time. My only minor complaint is that the menu can be a little difficult to read, especially in the dim lighting. Other than that, it's a fantastic spot for cocktails and a night out. I'll definitely be back!

This is one of my favorite Italian restaurants on Long Island, and that's saying something! It's…read moredefinitely more of a chill, cozy vibe than a fancier date night place, but that's just my opinion. I definitely saw some people who got dressed up for dinner here. There's a huge parking lot in the back, as well as some street parking out front. When we arrived, we were promptly seated, and there's a good amount of tables as well as a lot of seating at the bar, and the bar was beautifully decorated. For the two of us, we definitely spoiled ourselves for dinner. We ordered focaccia, the Insalata Ghibellina aka lettuce salad with pumpkin seeds, as well as Negroni cocktails. And then we also shared the grilled artichoke (Carciofi allá Piastra) with our pasta dishes. I got the pasta special, which was pumpkin ravioli in a sage butter sauce, and that came with parmesan on the side without me even needing to ask for it. My husband got the pistachio ravioli (Cappellacci al Pistacchio). I loved my dish, and his was not bad either, but his was definitely heavier than mine. I'm sad that mine was only a seasonal special, because I would definitely go back to eat it many more times. For dessert, we ordered the Dolcetti e Vin Brulé Freddo) which was nice and not too heavy. I am so sad that we ended up forgetting our leftovers, because everything was delicious, especially the focaccia bread. Our server was also super nice, and I would absolutely go back in a heartbeat.

Came here with some friends for dinner and had a nice time. It is a cute place with absolutely…read moredelicious home made pasta. The place is very small though to a point where you are inches away from your table neighbors that you've never met. I think they should have a better table placement inside or eventually get s bigger restaurant. Good wine and good food though!

I made a last minute reservation and showed up early bc I was in the area. It was a rainy day and…read moreit was still packed and busy. I was seated earlier than my reservation but definitely make one! Service was kind and attentive. They answered all my questions and were patient as I decided between different rolls. The food was delicious. The roll was fresh and flavorful. The Mac and cheese was creamy. Drinks were good. It was cute a few parties were celebrating birthdays and they had sparklers. Overall a good dinner and delicious food

This review is a few months late…read more Served by Eric at the bar during a mid-summer lunch. Ordered The Bank Lobster Roll, which was delicious. The Bank is Lobster Scampi with garlic and lemon. Also had an Old Fashioned made with Bullet Bourbon and Luxe Cherries. It was excellent. Eric provided top-notch service, and the bar scene attracts an eclectic crowd.

We went to Ditch for lunch and really loved the beachy vibe of the place. For an appetizer, we got…read morethe fried pickles, and they were out of this world, honestly, they might have been the best fried pickles we've ever had! They were super crisp and came with a creamy horseradish dipping sauce that was absolutely delicious. For lunch, I got the taco platter with the roasted cauliflower, carne asada, and Beachfire chicken tacos. The Beachfire chicken had the perfect amount of spice, and the Gallo pinto on the side was super fresh and flavorful. My husband got the Korean chicken sammie, which was a great portion and had a spicy, tasty sauce. He also tried the pork belly taco, which he really enjoyed. The service was great and even had a QR code on the table to pay and order more in case you were in a time crunch. We'll definitely be back! We're already looking forward to coming back and trying some of their drinks next time.

I had high expectations for this restaurant, but unfortunately they fell flat…read more We stopped by for the Taco Tuesday special, but the deal wasn't much of a deal. The tacos were only $1 off the regular price, and they were the smallest tacos I've ever seen. Even with the discount, they still felt overpriced for the portion size. We ordered three carne asada tacos, one chicken taco, one al pastor taco, and the cotija fries. The food was just okay, nothing that stood out or made me want to come back. The service was also just okay. Our waitress wasn't very personable. I ordered the Island Rum Punch, and it was terrible. When I mentioned that it didn't taste right, she explained they were out of one of the liquors that normally goes into the drink. She never offered to replace it or let me choose something else. Instead, I ended up asking for more simple syrup just to make it somewhat drinkable. The entire experience felt mediocre and lackluster. Between the disappointing food, underwhelming service, and poorly handled drink issue, it just wasn't money well spent. Unfortunately, I don't see myself returning to this establishment.

My sister-in-law invited us to dinner at Bar Lucy to celebrate my brother's birthday. Although I've…read moredriven past it often and was intrigued by the yellow neon sign, it would slip my mind when choosing a place to dine. I'm so glad I've finally had a chance to try it. We started with three appetizers to share: the golden meatballs, the baked clams and the fried artichokes. All three were absolutely delicious. I chose ricotta cavatelli bolognese as my entree.It was rich and meaty and silky - something I'd definitely order again. I also tried my sister's autumn pizette, one of the specials. Thin crisp crust, thinly sliced squas, sausage, cheese and a drizzle of fig glaze. A perfectly composed fall dish. Everyone else enjoyed their meals (spaghetti & meatballs, veal parm, chicken française, and spaghetti with seafood.) We shared two desserts - tiramisu was just as I like it, moist but not wet with all the flavors melding into something greater than their individual parts. The tricolor cake was a slice of rainbow cookie, dense and decadent. Our server Michaela was charming and efficient. The atmosphere was sophisticated yet relaxed. Overall, a five star experience.

I was walking my dog down Main Street in Bay Shore and decided to stop for dinner. I grabbed a seat…read moreoutside with the dog, and about 20 minutes later a waitress came over. She was friendly, brought the menus, and got our drinks started. They also have daily specials throughout the week. I ordered the Meatball Monday spaghetti special, which came with garlic bread and a side salad for one price. To finish the meal, I had the tiramisu. The spaghetti was flavorful, and the tiramisu was light, fluffy, and a great way to end the meal. The service was good, the food was satisfying, and I'd definitely recommend checking this place out if you're in the area.

5+++++++ Excellent!…read more Highest recommendation! Superior experience! Fantastic premium craft cocktails prepared in front of us by an expert mixologists! Shout out to Mixologists Charlie! Excellent job!! We sat at the bar for lunch and the Executive Chef greeted us and engaged us in conversation about the menu! We learned about his favorite dishes and how he locally sources premium oysters directly from oyster farmers! He knew them by name! Wow! Can you say "farm to table" fast enough! Nothing better than knowing the source! A++++ on sourcing local fresh products and engaging customers! Way to show you are passionate and dedicated to providing the best experience! We had fried olives, quite good and unique! Served in a Martini glass with some dipping sauce. A must try! A great accompaniment to one of their craft martinis! We also had the spicy tuna app. That was very good as well. Beautifully plated, flavorful and Asian-Fusion style. Recommended! We split a classic French Dip Sandwich, The bread was perfect! No skipping there! Classic French Baguette, slightly crispy crunch and perfect interior to soak up the right amount of the French Dip without becoming soggy! It also has horse radish dipping sauce on the side! Mmmmm! It had caramelized onions beautifully sliced slow cooked flavorful rib eye! All the right flavors! Probably one of the best French Dips around! Oh I gotta mention the thick crinkle cut chips! So many places fumble by putting just any commercially available fries or starch on the side of the plate. No fumbles at Magnolias! Seems they hand cut thick crinkle cut chips and fried them perfectly so the outside was crisp and the thick inside was soft and tender! Perfect!!! My Martini was a "Caprese Martini". Mozzarella fat washed, with mild olive oil and Basil flavors. Made right in front of us! Served chilled! Garnished with fresh mozzarella, basil, and tomato! Um perfect! Oh, forgot to mention, they have a super price fix lunch menu! Hard to beat! We will return again and again! After this experience, Magnolias is now on our list as one of our favorite South Shore spots! Cant wait to return! Highly recommended! Great Martinis! Fabulous eclectic tapas style menu! Bravo Magnolias!

Small and cozy, wee seated at the bar without reservations and had the most wonderful dinner!…read more As a first time patron, you receive a delicious welcome cocktail! There are many types of drinks on the menu and you may feel overwhelmed! Talk to the bartender/general manager and he will help describe and explain, even how they are intricately made and designed. Several apps were had and all were delicious and unique. Entrees were equally delicious.

Upon arriving back in NY yesterday, we were vexed with the options for dinner; wanting a wine bar…read morewith Old World characteristics, food being of relative importance. We read a recent review where someone proclaimed the owner to be nasty & unfriendly (sure, I am paraphrasing). Those types of reviews are generally emotionally charged and written by plebs I find. More on that toward the end. Pulling up to a rather unassuming east end Long Island small shopping plaza drenched in rain; opening the door, you are taken back to a semi rustic and dim interior. Perfectly elegant in its bucolic charm- with nice lounge music playing. It is a sit where one likes atmosphere. This is meant with the utmost of respect and candour. We were greeted kindly by the proprietoress (Jacqueline), and handed pleasantly robust binders with the wine list and food. Deciding to treat this in the more European café type, we had glasses and charcuterie. I, the Sagrantino, and her the Kerner. Jacqueline was vocally pleased with our interesting choices. The night drew on, more wine ensued, more food, multiple conversations, and I completed reading through each page and wine choice...finding much to be recognised and appreciated (Kirwan, Moric, Georg Breuer to name but a few) At the end of the night, I asked Jacqueline to pick an appropriate nightcap. She not only delivered, but gave us a wonderful story including the provenance and her experiences - ultimately, the word genius came up more than once. To wit, there was nothing here but an exceptional experience with a like-minded wine enthusiast. I felt welcomed and in the frith of old kin. Nasty, belligerent, dullard atmosphere- indeed not. "Pour out the wine without restraint or stay, Pour not by cups, but by the bellyful, Pour out to all that wull." -Edmund Spenser

I spend part of my afternoon at Madiran, from the time I entered through a long conversation with…read morethe owner on many subjects it was like a warm relaxing visit with an old friend! The wind was great the menu varied and inviting. Great place to hang, dine and relax in the heart of Setauket