As a native Breezy Pointer, I've been coming to Kennedy's for as long as I can remember--and it's…read morestill one of those places that never loses its charm. Set right along Jamaica Bay, Kennedy's nails that perfect balance between upscale and relaxed. The ambiance feels polished without being stuffy--white tablecloths, nautical touches, and sweeping waterfront views that make it just as good for a casual dinner as it is for a special occasion. The menu is a standout, especially if you're into seafood, cabernet braised beef short ribs, and expertly prepared dry-aged chops. And of course, a perfectly poured Guinness always hits different when you're by the water. One of my favorite things about Kennedy's is the atmosphere beyond the food. They frequently host live music--especially on Friday and Saturday nights--which adds a lively, local energy without overwhelming the space. What really makes Kennedy's special, though, is its deep-rooted history. Dating back to 1910--when the original building was ferried over from Coney Island--it has weathered everything from a nearby naval explosion in 1919 to the devastation of Hurricane Sandy in 2012. After a major renovation, it reopened in 2014, blending its rich past with a modern, resilient design. Kennedy's isn't just a restaurant--it's a Breezy Point institution.

Back in the great town of Breezy point since a few years removed, before Hurricane Sandy and after…read moreI sold my Harley. Perhaps that's a sign of the times as I am always looking for hidden messages and I like to combine them with metaphors - I enjoy the search. Not in an out with the old and in with the new way, more of a this happened this way for a reason kind of way. Good or bad - there is typically a lesson to be had if we are able to see it. Its a big day for the my girlfriend whom I am actively working on becoming my doomer girlfriend. She always upbeat and positive and I just don't understand it, (anthrax, nukes, job reports, crime) but I respect it tremendously. Well, she just landed a new position and she is moving on in other aspects of her life, she has quickly come roaring back into color before my very eyes. The hidden message here is one of building a new home after an environmental storm at Breezy, too build a new life after a life of weathering personal storms and challenges, awaiting the still and the calm - being prepared for another assault all while building something unbreakable. And its certainly not just her, its in large part, me too. Lets get on to the food. A simple concept - fresh fish and chops prepared with love and respect for the fine folks that populate the surroundings of the bay. I do not consider Time Square or Rockefeller prime real estate, I do however consider this charming little spot where you can hear the children play in the dunes, between the neighbors prime plus. The Specials were beautifully stated by our waiter - I wanted to hear him twice and he did. Not confusing and not pretentious, prices and coruscation counts given up front, no guessing required - no jacket required either as I sported my Star Spangled shorts. Linguine flavored with chives, parsley extra garlic all balanced in a buttery white wine clam sauce. Light and flavorful, I tasted each shrimp, clam and mussel individually and completely. But before that three outstanding appetizers all with amazing sauces and dressings appeared. Lightly candied walnuts, fresh cranberries upon warm little delicate pockets of goat cheese with chilled green and robust light crisp leaves. My lady's Swordfish was top quality cooked to absolute perfection, a medium cook temp - light and flakey which reminds me of the Crab Cake as I wander back and forth from appetizer to entrees. I could smell the real crab as it was set upon the table - like the ones I caught here on the docks with killies (bait fish) in 1985. That salty and beautiful briny subtle kiss of the ocean. Shall I keep going? I can and would but I shall take no further time from you fine folks, my dear readers - HAPPY Fourth of July to you All!! HAPPY Independence Day!! God Bless America!!

This is a great spot with amazing food and drinks , they play great music the food is always fresh…read moreand on time they have a patio on the water staff are friendly ppl and respectful it's a real local spot where everyone goes to meet but it's in a great area as well a lot of other things around to do

I called ahead to ask: "The Yankee game will be blacked out. Do you have MLB channel?" They told…read moreme "yeah, we got it." I drove 40 minutes, and no, they didn't got it. And when I said hey, the guy who answered the phone told me so...well...not even "sorry". Just a shrug. For their "whatevs" attitude, and f*cking up my evening, they get one star.

Decided to have an early Sunday dinner so I got here at 4, after shopping not far away…read more I decided to start off with chicken soup which turned out to be a great starter. Delilah is my waitress and after I ordered the duck, I asked if it's a Long Island duck then told her a joke about a woman, named Mrs Goldberg, wanting to buy a Long Island duck!! A new worker, a young man in the poultry shop brings her various ducks and each time she gets one she checks it by sticking her finger into the ducks' butt. All rejected as a Rhode Island duck and a New Jersey duck. Finally he brings her a Long Island duck. She then squints through her glasses and, then in a strong ethnic accent, says, " gee you're new here, where do you come from?" The guy bends over and responds, "tell ya what lady why don't you tell me!!" Anyway, the duck comes after the soup, Delilah comments, " well here's your Long Island duck!" It's made perfectly. Moist and tender a nice portion. a tasty orange sauce is perfect. I'm very satisfied. The meal is accompanied with string beans and my favorite turnips. They really make the latter deliciously. Just like my mom made them at Thanksgiving. Overall a great meal at a reasonable price.

This pub/restaurant has been around for decades. Very clean and usually pretty crowded, I always…read morefound the service to be a bit slow. But I always like to stop by for the atmosphere, plus the food and drinks aren't too shabby...

My second time here and good service , good hot food…read more Sports and TVs are on what else do you need. We will be back to try some more stuff .

I an disgusted and disappointed . Last night I saw a man bring his take out order back because he…read morewas given wrong order . The waitress was on her phone while the man patiently waited for about 3 minutes before another staff member told her to get off & assist the guy. The waitress TOOK BACK THE RETURN FOOD, PUT IT IN A DELIVERY BAG & GAVE IT TO AN UBER EATS driver!! When the food leaves the kitchen it cant be reused !!The lack of hygiene & inability to follow basic health codes was enough for me to not return.

We came to watch the waves from Hurrican Erin and stopped in for lunch. Very nice, beachy vibe &…read moredecor with a bar alongside the hotel's pool. Service was quic=k and attentive despite the lunch rush (a couple of corporate events, it appeared). The Garden Margarita was a tasty, "healthy" alternative to a standard margarita; the frozen mojito was a nice drink option too. The grilled chicken sandwich was very tender and juicy, with a delicious slaw on top. The Beach Hot Dog was served with kimchi slaw, but the dog (a Pat LaFrieda dog, no less) was sadly a bit mealy. Perhaps a little more time on the grill was needed. Overall, a decent meal in a beautiful beachy setting a block from Rockaway Beach.

Delicious food and drinks, great atmosphere and AMAZING staff!!! Jenna was so attentive and made…read moreour night! Can't wait to come back again!

Went yesterday for the first time. Loved the place. It's a bit of local color that is desperately…read moreneeded on the ailing 116th Street. Kat (the owner/bartender) is a total trip in her silk pajamas! She's a great bartender. And very entertaining. People had said the food was good and they were right. The tacos are amazing as was the crab cake. The menu is very sophisticated for such an understated place. We didn't stay long enough to hear the music but they take great pride in their shows. Must go back!

A cool, yet cozy dive bar hidden in a dilapidated section of beach 116. There's no website, no…read morehours posted, and no sign outside. You only know they're open when the neon rose in the window is lit up. According to the owner they're open every day except Tuesday until 2am. But like a lot of businesses in the Rockaways it's not clear what hour they open; it seems to vary depending on the day. If you do however, find it open, you should definitely stop in. Their bartenders mix fabulous cocktails and the food is fantastic. The menu changes every nighty so theirs always something new to try.

This place is a hidden gem, literally HIDDEN…read more Parking is almost impossible, but on this quiet night we were able to score a parking spot(s) Inside, great views, awesome place. Drinks were better than fine. Service was attentive. Food was excellent- apps: we grilled octopus- really good; mussels also really good. Entree - most of our group of six had a cod special that was a big hit. Others had the Chef's Bolognese, and I had a (massive) Veal Chop - all got rave reviews. A little bit pricey - but where isn't it these days. So bottom liked this place a lot - not sure I'll come from Memorial Day to Labor Day because of the parking and how busy it gets - I assume it'll be - but man, I'll certainly be back.

I was so excited to find this place and couldn't wait to give it a try, but unfortunately, it was a…read moredisappointing experience. The biggest issue was the raw oysters. Two of them were clearly not fresh. I asked the waitress to replace them, and she called the owner over. I explained that I had gotten sick from eating a bad oyster before and was concerned about the freshness. He took the tray away and said, "Then you shouldn't order oysters." That response was rude and unprofessional. At that point, I should have canceled the rest of my order. We also ordered two pasta dishes. The Squid Ink Linguine was just okay--nothing memorable. The Spicy Sausage Gramigna was disappointing because it was supposed to include broccoli rabe, but there wasn't any in the dish. Overall, the poor quality of the oysters and the owner's dismissive attitude made for a very disappointing dining experience.

My friends and I had lunch at Gargiulo's today 9/2/2026 …read more The ombience inside the restaurant was pleasing to the eye. We shared an order of fried calamari and baked clams that were very tasty. Two of us ordered veal parmigiana top with thinly sliced breaded eggplant and fresh mozzarella which was delicious. The portion was more than enough for one person. My other friend ordered risotto pescatore which consisted of clams , mussels,calamari, scallops and shrimp which was served in a sou bowl, He totally enjoyed his meal. The waiter, David , was friendly, tentative, gave us suggestions on wine and spirits . The service was a great. We will definitely return to Gagriuo's in the future. I will recommend this restaurant to my family members and friends. We rate our experience 5 + star restaurant.

First time here and don't know why it took us so long to finally get here. Our dinner was amazing!…read more Zucchini flowers huge and delicious. Baked clams perfect. Mozzarella and tomatoe. Pork chop with cherry peppers and vegetable side scrumptious! Husband had veal Sorrentina and he loved it! Side of penne with delicious sauce. We took home things because we could not finish. Dessert was cannoli and Italian cheesecake. Service great, staff awesome. Owners very friendly, caring and accommodating. Love the decor, hope they never change it. The owner gave us Limoncello at the end after our espresso. We live on Long Island but definitely worth the drive. Will be back for holidays!