When Long Island Clam Chowder is an option, that's always the option I choose, and Bigelow's does…read moreit better than most. As someone who isn't the biggest fan of tomato based soups, but doesn't always want the heaviness of a cream based soup, this is the best of both worlds. Its flavor was rich yet balanced. The cream brought a smooth, velvety body and subtle sweetness, while the tomato added a bright acidity and savory depth. Potatoes provided gentle heft and earthy comfort, while onions, celery, and herbs built a layered, homey backbone. There was a good amount of tender clams, with natural sweetness that tied everything together. We also got an order or mini crab cakes. The exterior was golden fried, with a nice crunch. The interior was more crab than filler, with enough structure that it held together. It was simply seasoned, supporting the crab instead of overshadowing it. The horseradish Dijon sauce was more Dijon than horseradish. It brought a gentle tang and little bite to add a depth of flavor to the crab cake. Also of note, when you sit down they bring tartar sauce and cocktail sauce to your table. Both sauces were honestly the best of their kind that I can remember having in a very long time. I couldn't even tell you what made them so amazing, but I must have commented at least 7 times about how good they were. There's a reason Bigelow's has been around for almost 90 years. It's a simple spot, with old school charm, that knows a good thing when it's got it, and doesn't mess with perfection. It just continues to serve up consistently good fried seafood (with a few grilled options so you can drag your health conscious friends and they'll find something too).

Bigelow's Clam Bar never disappoints. Every single time I'm driving from Brooklyn to Rockville…read moreCentre, this place is worth the stop. This visit I ordered the lump crab cakes, clam strips, fries, and a lemonade. Everything was a solid 10/10. The crab cakes were loaded with sweet lump crab meat and barely any filler. You can actually see the chunks of crab when you break them open. Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and absolutely delicious. The clam strips were hot, crispy, and tasted incredibly fresh, and the fries were perfectly cooked. The staff is always quick, pleasant, and efficient, making takeout a breeze. Most importantly, the food is consistently fresh and flavorful. That's what keeps me coming back. If you're in the area or even passing through, do yourself a favor and stop at Bigelow's. It's one of those places that lives up to the hype every single time. I'll definitely be back.

Great food amazing service Great specials…read moreBig selection. Nice atmosphere recommend highly

Located in a lynvrook this charming resturant looks like a family favorite for those in the area…read more While for us it had a few hit and misses...other patrons seemed ro enjoy. We were lucky enough to stop in during long island resturant week and participate in the prefix meal. I had the research salad which was fresh and sauce. The shrimp scampi with spaghetti...the sauce was soo good and the apple tart for dessert. The chicken parm was ok but the vodka sauce another hit. Unfortunately the caprese salad and eggplant balls fell short. Will go back again for light bites

Bought the most delicious fresh sushi quality tuna. Absolutely a lovely piece of fish. Also bought…read morea crab and fish cake, salmon salad, filet of sole. Was gifted some delicious shrimp and a seafood empanada. Fantastic experience.

Always fresh fish. Good service and the selection has always been great. My go to place for…read moreexcellent fish

Food: 5/5 We started with a round of oysters (HH 1/2 dozen…read morefor $9). Obviously we had to get seafood boil. We got headless shrimp, clams, black mussels, and snow crab legs. We added in sausages and noodles. Potatoes and corn come with the order. I recommend the voodoo experience sauce as it is a combo of all their sauces. Since the menu orders are by the 1/2 or 1 lb, I really appreciate that Voodoo Crab puts the approximate number of pieces next to to the weight so you know how much you are really ordering. Service: 5/5 The service is friendly and upbeat. Staff are quick to explain the ordering process if it's your first time and are attentive throughout the meal. Food comes out promptly, and they keep things moving smoothly even when the restaurant is busy. Ambiance: 4/5 The ambiance is lively and casual, with a fun, high-energy atmosphere that fits the seafood boil experience. It can get pretty loud during peak hours.

Amazing fast and good service The food was so great nice…read moreand fresh the waitress very nice and the bus boys

They have the BEST GARLIC BUTTER I HAVE EVER TASTED!! Portions are generous and the seasoning is…read moreperfectly balanced, not drowning everything in Old Bay like some places do. Service was warm and unrushed, staff clearly knows the menu inside and out and gave great recommendations. The vibe is casual but still feels like a destination spot worth the drive. Already planning my next visit and telling everyone I know. If you love seafood, don't sleep on this place.

My new favorite place--10 out of 10, highly recommend!…read more The food was incredibly fresh and absolutely delicious. My go-to spot used to be Red Crab, but this place has officially taken the top spot. I came here on a whim to celebrate my friend's cousin, and every single dish we ordered was a hit. The standout for me was the seafood boil sauce. It was perfectly seasoned, flavorful, and not overly oily like you find at some places. Everything was cooked just right, and you could tell care went into the preparation.

Great food, great vibes. Love the atmosphere and service. I been here 3 times and have no…read morecomplaints. Respect goes to the owner of this establishment for nailing everything. The staff is absolutely incredible. Sassi is wonderful. She was my waitress 2 out of the 3 times I've been here and she couldn't be more sweet.

We sat at the bar on a Friday. The ambiance wasn't anything to write home about. The staff were…read moreattentive enough. We had calamari, lamb chops, shrimp, fries, and a few drinks (the names escape me). The drinks were somewhat tasty. The lamb chops were overcooked--I asked for medium and they were more than well done, so they were dry and lacked flavor. The calamari was very bland. The shrimp had way too much sauce. They also have automatic gratuity at the bar (see pics). Try at your own risk.

Had a great brunch experience here with my friends! Called ahead to make sure there was enough…read moretable space for a big group. We all enjoyed our orders, but my favorite was the Pulled Pork Hash. The pulled pork was nicely flavored and it was really filling. The staff were also really nice and flexible to help our friends customize their orders for their dietary restrictions. We didn't get bottomless brunch but would go back for that option! The drinks all tasted great and we would go back for more.

Have only been here on Sundays for brunch. It has a nice range of slightly unusual dishes that are…read moreawesome and tasty. The service always been on point, as well. All restaurant prices are crazy these days but River Mill is in the medium range for very good food.

10/10 would definitely recommend. My fav appetizer was the scallops. It was cooked perfectly and…read morethe flavor can't even be described. I would return just for that. The drinks were hitting as well btw. Now on to the crab legs and lobster- the sauce was slightly salty but I missed 2 sauces and it worked for me. Ben I'll see you again in the summer

I came from the Bronx to have my birthday dinner with a friend the food and drink was so good and…read morethe service was the best i had all year . It's good parking and the music was jumping . If u are looking for a good spot that cater to having it your way and leaving with a smile this is the place