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.

Loved it! It's not a…read morebig place--just five tables with four seats each in the enclosed "outdoor" dining area, plus the bar, which seats another dozen or so. But that's part of the charm. Cozy. Hometown. The New England clam chowder was superb. The fried clam strips were incredibly light and airy--not heavy or greasy at all. The steamed shrimp was flavorful, and the green salad was impressively fresh. The coleslaw was just mid for me--it needed a little more punch--but that's definitely a personal preference. This isn't cheap fast food. We spent about $100 for dinner for two, including tip, with no drinks. But the quality of the food made it feel worthwhile. Anthony was an absolute pleasure to meet. He shared a little of his family's history with the restaurant and we discussed family, travels, and other adventures. That personal interaction made an already great meal even more memorable. Great little spot with excellent seafood and a lot of personality. We'd happily come back!

First time dining in and I really Needed that bowl of New…read moreEngland clam chowder soup for my soul. I was in the area visiting my mom in hospice and was just spent. I have ordered takeout before but today I just needed a moment to sit and enjoy something comforting . This place and the chowder did the trick. The place has been around since the 30's so that says a lot. They do have tables outdoor under a tent but I love the nostalgic vibe of the inside counter with the little stools. You can watch them fry up all the goodies. I was immediately greeted, sat and my beautiful bowl of chowder came. The service is endearing and though my first time dining in, they treated me like I was a regular and they do with everyone. Maybe that's why they have been around so long. Good food is great but service that makes you feel like you are a regular is top tier. As The clouds rolled in the thunder struck and as the rain poured down, I enjoyed my lovely bowl of New England clam chowder. They are heavy on the fresh clams and just right on the potatoes. They do have the red chowder and their Long Island version which is a mix of the 2. This just hit the spot all around and on a day like I was having today, filled my soul. I'll BE BAck for the good fried goodies next time. Thank you!

Great food ! Amazing drinks !! Our server Romeo was the best ! We will definitely be back !read more

Great for lunch or date night. Pleasant atmosphere. Friendly accommodating staff. Food was nice…read moreand hot as well as tasty. I'd recommend this . Music is a little loud.

Food was amazing , service was great, clean area's inside , outside & restrooms. The wait for being…read moreseated was in seconds, the wait for food was fast. Adult drinks was amazing I have not complaints. And they don't rush you to eat or to leave. It was so relaxing to just sit, eat and chat with friends or family.

What can I say about Bayhouse? It's nothing short of amazing! My family has been coming here for…read morethe past 5-6 years, and it has become one of our favorite places to dine. The first thing you notice is that getting there feels like navigating a maze since it's tucked away in a secluded location. But the moment you walk through the doors, you're welcomed by a warm, relaxing atmosphere that instantly feels like home. You're always greeted with a friendly smile and a genuine "Hello, welcome!" The food is consistently outstanding, and the drinks are always on point. I have to give a special shoutout to our favorite server, Elaine. She is always approachable, kind, and makes us feel like family. Every visit feels personal--she remembers us, asks how we've been, and even knows our usual orders before we ask. That level of service is rare and truly appreciated. One of my favorite parts of dining here is sitting outside by the water. Watching the planes fly low overhead creates a unique atmosphere that almost makes you feel like you're traveling. I absolutely love Bayhouse and highly recommend it to anyone looking for delicious food, exceptional service, and a relaxing waterfront dining experience. It's a hidden gem that's well worth the visit!

We were in the area and hungry. So, I looked on Yelp for a good place to eat lunch. We were very…read morehappy with everything. The place is small and only has a few tables. We got a whole chicken that comes with two sides. We chose the rice and beans and salad. Everything was delicious. I love their green sauce. We also got ceviche and liked it a lot. We were really too full, but I wanted to try a dessert, so we got one to go. We got their rice pudding mixed with this purple rice pudding thing that I don't remember the name of. It was so hot and I couldn't wait to eat it because it looks so yummy. It was truly delicious. I will definitely be coming back

At this point I think I've eaten everything on the menu. I've recommended this place and taken…read morepeople here and every single time, everyone loves the food and the service. Don't forget to order their drinks and dessert...really amazing. Wonderful friendly staff. I just had to give an update that this is one place that has held it's standard since day one!!

Great food amazing service! Came for a birthday and it was…read morefun Looking forward to coming again

If I could rate a 0, I would. My teen daughter wanted seafood boil for her bday so we thought we…read morewould try this spot. When we arrived, the hostess was pushing the all you can eat option for $60/pp so we said why not. (*4 ppl, 2 adults, 2 kids) The menu offered appetizers, up to 5 to expedite the order which was served family style (meaning the size was not for each individual). All good, ordered the basics - fries, onions rings, shrimp fish and oysters. Thought I would throw in lobster rolls (which were mini) because why not. And then the main meal we came for, seafood boil. Paid extra for lobster, which we all know is mostly shell and little meat. They packed the boils with sausage barely any potato but still we had leftovers. Nothing out of the ordinary...like any other meal you order apps & a main course. That is it. So we think let wrap this up what we didn't eat and head out. BUT NO....they want to enforce an excessive leftover policy which didn't make sense for our order. No second appetizers or meals ordered...no extra drinks. Paid for the xtras that wasn't included and then you want to charge $15/ lb to pack leftovers (in a ziplock bag no less) for the meal we paid for???? Absolutely NOT. I wanted to get a desert and sing my child Happy Birthday but instead was met with an unreasonable policy that didn't apply to our order. DONT TAKE ADVANTAGE OF PEOPLE!!! I understand that people may abuse the AYCE concept, but how does a restaurant justify throwing away food when they claim their policy is to minimize food waste!?!?!?! So I argued but I was exhausted by the baseless policy and agreed to a $10 charge. For a $350 bill, that $10 charge will keep me away from this restaurant chain forever. Ridiculous....they could have gotten additional $$$ from a drink, coffee and desserts. Instead they fought over $10 because the of a misleading policy.

Excellent food, attentive staff and outdoor seating is beautiful…read more Food is done perfectly with lots of flavor. Highly recommend eating this establishment.

I honestly don't understand how this restaurant has so many glowing reviews. My dinner there was a…read morecomplete disappointment from start to finish. While waiting at the bar for a friend to arrive, I was swarmed by fruit flies, which should have been my first warning sign. The pours at the bar were skimpy, but I tried to shake it off once we got our table. The service there was actually friendly, and our server proudly told us the duck was a top seller, so we ordered it along with a salad and a fish dish. Most of what came out of the kitchen was diner quality at best--nothing special, but not offensive. The duck, however, was a disaster. It tasted old and stale, like it had been sitting in a freezer for months before being rushed through a fryer. The meat was fried to a dry, brittle crisp, and the only flavor came from a cloying sweet duck sauce slapped on top. No richness, no tenderness, no redeeming qualities. We absolutely hated our meal and the entire time we spent there. I can't recommend this place to anyone who actually cares about what they eat.

The Chef's Table in Lynbrook was a really impressive experience from start to finish…read more It's tucked away on Watkins Street just off Merrick Road, so it definitely has that true hidden gem feel. The restaurant is warm, comfortable and a little more upscale without feeling stuffy. White tablecloths, great service and very reasonable prices. The service deserves a mention on its own because everyone was incredibly attentive, friendly and genuinely seemed to care about making sure we had a great experience. I started with an Espresso Martini, which was honestly one of the best I've had, followed by a Lychee Martini that was also excellent. For food, the Calamari con Gamberi was a standout for me. I actually prefer calamari braised like this instead of breaded, and theirs was tender and full of flavor with shrimp, cherry peppers, white beans and tomato sauce. The Chef's Table Salad with shrimp was super fresh and light. The goat cheese, pear, prosciutto, pistachios and lemon thyme dressing all worked really well together without the dressing overpowering anything. The Lobster & Crab Ravioli was excellent and that saffron cream sauce was the star. I can absolutely see why this is one of their best sellers. I also tried the Pollo alla Franca with Bell & Evans organic chicken, prosciutto, spinach, artichokes, mozzarella and Port wine mushroom sauce. Rich, flavorful and very well executed. Even though I'm normally not a big dessert person, they make all of their desserts in-house, so I had to try a few. The flourless chocolate cake, warm apple tart and Belgian chocolate mousse were all excellent, especially that mousse -- very rich with a strong Belgian chocolate flavor. This was my first time here, but definitely not my last. Great Italian food, excellent cocktails, fantastic service and a true neighborhood hidden gem. Highly recommend.

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

Food Was excellent because oxtail was tender , my girlfriend steamed fish was also tender. Both…read moreseasoned to perfection. It was very enjoyable. I love sitting at the bar because it's just a vibe, the bartender was cool and very helpful with the drinks and explaining the menu. The music in there was very old school and diverse for a great Mother's Day. My girlfriend and I will very much be back. Oxtail 10/10 Snapper 10/10 Blue Love 10/10 Mojito 1000/10 Overall 20/10! Coming Back Real Soon!

I love truth lounge and I always come here to dine. But today I had a horrible experience with a…read morebartender who had a DISGUSTING attitude and rude sarcastic remarks when I asked about my order. My drink was half full, and she didn't make my drink correctly. This woman had a mole on her eyebrow and blonde hair with a bad BBL. Please teach her some etiquette, she then ignored us and had us wait well over 30 minutes before she rudely asked us "What food do you want!" Then abruptly walked away when we were about to speak. She also had her man at the bar and attended to his every need. Making my lady and I the least of her priorities. Then when I flagged her down by raising my hand for my check she ignored us. I had to ask one of the kitchen staff for my check. Paid and left feeling disrespected and dissatisfied.

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.