There is a particular kind of restaurant that understands its job is not to dazzle you into silence…read morebut to make conversation easier. The Shed, on Merrick Avenue, is that kind of place. The dining room is anchored by an olive tree that rises improbably from the center of the floor, its branches catching the light from a constellation of milk-glass globes. Along the bar, bottles glow against whitewashed brick, and the marble counter is set with striped linen napkins. The effect is part farmhouse and part supper club, and it is more inviting than either would be on its own. The menu favors familiar dishes executed with care. A glazed salmon arrives lacquered and deeply caramelized at the edges, resting on wilted spinach and a bright hash of corn, peas, and shallot, all bound by a butter sauce worth chasing with a fork. The fish sandwich is a study in restraint: a well-seasoned, pan-crisped fillet, a soft brioche bun, and a tangle of slaw, with a plump pickle and coleslaw alongside, as tradition demands. Dessert is where The Shed allows itself some indulgence. A dense, fudgy brownie, dusted with powdered sugar and set beside a scoop of vanilla ice cream melting into chocolate sauce, recalls childhood without apology. Notably, the restaurant takes its non-alcoholic drinks seriously. The mocktail list is broad and thoughtful, a welcome gesture of hospitality toward diners who would rather skip the spirits without skipping the fun. Service, led on this evening by a warm and unhurried server, matched the room. Tables linger here, and no one seems to mind. The Shed isn't trying to reinvent anything. It simply does the familiar things well, in a room that makes you want to stay for another round of dessert and another hour of talk.

Have been here several times as it's very close to the Aquatic Center where I spend a good deal of…read moretime. Love the ambience in this place, most especially the live trees, high ceilings. sprawling bar and outdoor space. Food is always consistently good and drinks on point. Service this time wasn't the best, had to track our waiter down a few times seemingly forgetting what we'd asked and never refilling the water. Hubby's second cup of coffee was cold and had to be sent back. Will definitely return and hope for a bit better service than we had tonight.

The food was actually very good. One huge waffle that's soft and fluffy. 5 pieces of churches that…read morewere crispy and juicy. Served with a side of honey mustard and syrup depending your preference. Their homemade lemonade was more of a limeade. Kinda pricey but it is worth it. The service was very welcoming. Ambiance was like traditional diner.

Loved the service and ambiance. Everyone was very sweet and loved the mimosas. Would I personally…read morego back for food? Probably not but everything else was exquisite.

Food was good group thought is was delicious. Personally had the Tuna which was good nothing…read morespectacular. Others had lobster and steak both said their meals were delicious Service was on point, nice ambiance to the place very nice decor. Been to a few high end restaurants which have better service but all in all a nice experience. Would go back to try the steak

It was my first time here, celebrating our dear friend's baby. They couldn't have selected a better…read moreestablishment as everything ran very smoothly. The place was set up beautifully and the private room was cozy. They selected a set menu which comprised of a choice of appetizer, a salad, a main course along with desserts, wow! The Mediterranean salad that I had, tasted fresh and it was nicely presented. The slider appetizer was a bit dry for my taste. However the lobster cream pasta main dish more than made up for it. The tiramisu finale was very nice. So all in all I think that the execution of the meal combined with an attentive and friendly staff makes it a success. I would definitely return here when visiting Garden City!

Will, our waiter did a great job, he's really experienced and he's got a great attituderead more

We really enjoyed our experience at Small Batch. I had the salmon dish and really enjoyed it. My…read morehusband wasn't a huge fan of the rigatoni, but there were still plenty of things we loved. The kids' menu is great, which is always a big plus for families. The arugula salad is also delicious, and if you get the chance to try the butternut squash ravioli when they have it, definitely do, it's one of my favorites. Overall, a great spot for a family meal with a nice variety of options.

Wow. I have to say the coffee here is some of the best I've had on Long Island! And definitely the…read morebest in garden city. I love that they have tasty treats on display, but also have a full menu for lunch and dinner. It's a bit overpriced, but you get what you pay for. My only suggestion would be to offer more healthy options ie salads, gluten free wraps and offer gluten free bread that's not covered in seeds (like thousands of seeds LOL). The only downside is when you order via the apps (grubhub Uber eats) there seems to be a major disconnect. My order is wrong 75% of the time. And sometimes takes double the time that's quoted. That's just bad service. They need to give the baristas/ cooks the original order. Not a re-written version, because that's where mistakes happen.

Five star rudeness. If you're ordering food it's not going to go well. I promise you. After…read morewaiting 10 minutes I asked if it was coming. "2 minutes." 6 minutes later... "Do you know how much longer this is going to be?" No response. "Excuse me. How much longer is this going to be?" "2 minutes." "That's what I was told 6 minutes ago." ::they touch a touch screen:: "Probably 8-10 minutes." Never again. This was at 8:30 am when it was empty. IImagine when it's busy.

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.

Went here for a solo lunch. Clean quick bite, had the edamame dumplings, seasonal corn soup (nice…read morekick to it) , and the arctic salmon. Always a good meal. Alexandra my waitress was pleasant and very attentive. Highly recommend for good sourced and intentional meals. Place is never loud and had time for a quick read. Will return.

We came here for lunch yesterday and had a pleasant experience overall. The restaurant is located…read moreat Roosevelt Field Mall and is quite spacious, with plenty of parking outside, which is always a plus. I've heard about this place for quite some time, especially because of its health-conscious approach, including using no seed oils and not serving sodas. I was really happy to finally give it a try. We were seated at a large, comfortable booth near the front entrance, right by the parking lot. Our waitress was pleasant, and provided good service throughout our meal. We each initially ordered a refresher drink called Bright Eyes, but our waitress quickly came back to let us know they were out. So, we decided to share the Kale Aid instead. Unfortunately, the drink tasted just okay to us, and there was quite a bit of ice, so after a few sips each, it was pretty much gone. We probably wouldn't order the drinks next time. For our food, I ordered the Ancient Grains Bowl, with an addition of Norwegian sustainably-raised salmon, while hubby had the Grilled Chicken & Mozzarella Sourdough Panini with a side of small salad. Both dishes were tasty and fresh, although we both felt the portions were on the smaller side. Overall, we enjoyed our lunch and the experience. There are still a few dishes on the menu that I'd like to try, so we'll probably come back and give them a try next time.

Small town feel! Everyone knows this local spot is a gem. The best breakfast sandwiches and of…read morecourse don't forget to order the Mixer!

Great deli, sandwich size is pretty nice, plus the crew in there is very nice. Would recommend an…read moreItalian combo. Definitely going to go back soon and try out the breakfast selection

The service is always great and quick. We come here a few times a year and also get take out during…read moreholidays. You can preorder on their website which is cool for holidays. Mussels Mussels Mussels gotta have it always. Great atmosphere too. Very casual.

Visited with my husband to celebrate our anniversary and was very impressed with this restaurant…read more The bistro style decor make you feel as though you've been transported to Europe. The servers are friendly and very attentive without being overbearing. We ordered the sole, octopus, lobster croquettes and homers mussels pot, and finished off with the stroopwafel cheesecake. Everything was 5 stars with the exception of the sole, which I found to be unexpectedly sweet. The accompanying veg and pomme puree however were lovely, and my husband enjoyed it even if it wasn't my thing. He also enjoyed a martini and it was solid. We will be back to try their other mussel pots and have deemed Waterzooi our flagship special occasion restaurant.

Great bakery and coffee spot! I have been there twice and…read morehave had three of their pistachio croissants! The flaky croissant withe pistachio filling and a little drop of raspberry jam is so wonderful! It goes great with their coffee! Love the choice of indoor and outdoor seating. It is a very bright spot and constantly being cleaned for customers! Love this place!

Very disappointing customer service at The French Workshop. A few days ago, the cashier took my…read moreorder incorrectly and seemed completely uninterested in resolving the issue or providing good service. They were more focused on their phone than on the customer. The French Workshop has a lot of potential, but the customer service needs serious improvement, especially at the cashier/front counter. Customers should feel welcomed and valued. I hope the owner sees this review and takes steps to improve the overall customer experience.