Went last night with very low expectations. Simply put, the best fried platter of seafood that I have ever had. Fried to perfection. Everything was fresh and delicious read more

Met friends here for dinner. Place looks great inside and out. Had the BBQ sandwich and I was better than average for New York. I ordered a Bulleit Bourbon Manhattan. I never saw a red Manhattan before, but there is was. Could not tell what bourbon it was as the red mixture was masking what kind bourbon. (It almost tasted like some kind of mix rather than a hand made drink.) Again, the food was good, ambiance as comfortable, the band was excellent, but that is as positive as I can be. When we first walked up there were 2 young ladies at the door who I assumed were hostesses but could not be more disinterested. I said we were meeting friends for dinner and they unhelpfully advised to "go in side and look for them." As our friends said they had booked a table one would have thought that the hostess could have checked to see if they arrived and if so at which table they were sitting. No such luck. Out waitress must have been from the same hospitality school as the hostesses. Totally bland as borderline unfriendly, in that there was zero interaction or anything resembling any sort of welcome or personally. Never even gave us her name. Again this was our first time there so we' were unfamiliar with the operation. There were a few servers but they seemed to come and go which made up suspect they were serving tables elsewhere on the premises. This was confirmed when we tried to find her for the bill, that we asked, again, for separate ones, which came, as expected, as one bill. So to find her for the bill, find her to correct it and get it back was close to 30 minutes.0 Equally annoying as the face that there was one, single seat bathroom in the bar. There may have been other facilities, but true form, there was no help from any of the staff. BOTTOM LINE: the food isn good, reasonably priced and good portions. The bar portion was very nice and inviting except for just one single use bathroom. The service and friendliness of the waitress and hostesses left much to be desired. Parking was off street as they don't have sufficient parking (we parked some 2 blocks away..) If you live within walking distance, wish to sit at the bar and listen to good music (at least last night) I would recommend Dox.. As we live close to an hour away, I can not make a recommendation to travel to have good food and entertainment at the expense of substandard service, questionable drinks and scant sanitary facilities. Sorry, it would not take much to get a higher rating but prolly not enough for us to make a return visit. read more

This place has a really lively, energetic vibe. I went to see the DJ and dance all night. The food is your standard bar fare. They serve generous portions, but taste-wise it's nothing special. But do come to enjoy the music and dance. read more

Dox - New American Near Me - Island Park, New York

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Food is good! Service is good! Ambience is perfect! Just come and have a good day/ time. It's worth it to visit The only thing I find annoying is you can pay Apple with server but, not at the bar. You need cash or physical CC. Which is confusing as the staff don't tell you ahead we don't accept Apple Cash here. read more

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I stopped in at Dox Friday July 3 for dinner and music. I must inform you it was completely disappointing. The four of us ordered the Grilled Salmon, Fried Calamari (Kung Pao), shrimp grilled quesadilla and a grilled shrimp dish and a seafood fried plate that included (fried clams/fried oysters/fried fish with French fries) ,and for desert the carrot cake. I cannot give a good rating for any of the items that came to our table. the Salmon was under cooked , the fried Calamari seemed as though there was a shortage , the fried combination plate was severely to the point the fish was a breaded hockey puck and the grilled shrimp lacked flavor. The service was adequate ,but if you are going to spend north of 250 dollars ,please spend it some place else. This is truly a chicken finger and fries place . Do not indulge in anything else, you will be gravely disappointed. read more

Incompetent staff, very poorly run. We went to the bar to have drinks before we were sat and the bartender served one of us then walked away. Once finally seated we waited nearly thirty minutes for service while two tables who came in after us were taken care of. The hostess was clueless and offered zero apologies. We will not be back. read more

The food was decent. Not a fancy menu, more like bar / pub food. The service was pretty good. Our waitress did hustle around servicing all the tables she was assigned. The atmosphere was fun and casual. We dined outside and basically sat on a picnic bench. If we chose to dine inside, the music was a bit too loud and we wouldn't have been able to have any dinner conversation. The price of the food was fair, but the prices for the cocktails were way out of control. 1 star for drink prices. 2.5 stars for food. 4 stars for service. read more

The band started playing as we arrived which was nice . And then the food started coming and the waiter. No water the whole time. The oysters were fresh and good But the shrimp tacos and the fajitas which are really hard to mess up well THEY DID !!!! Those were the worst fajitas combo I even had in my life and I have had a lot since it's my Go to when wanting meeting . It had zero flavor, meat looked grilled but smelled as if it got warmed up on a microwave and had that heated smell as well . The guac zero flavor / the rice was cold and stuck together as if it was in that plastic tacky cup for a while , and same With the beans . The shrimp tacos had zero flavor, just a complete waste of money and time. I guess just come to place for drinks and music. And the meat steak in the fajitas really chewy . read more

Great outdoor space right on the water; the service was pretty good. Looking forward to going back when it's warmer.

This was my second time here, I came for the DJ and entertainment. While I was sitting at one of the outdoor tables a palm tree fell and hit me , the staff came running to see if I was ok and I was in shock that it happened because I didn't see it as it was falling because I was facing the opposite direction. The staff constantly asked if I was ok which was nice but I feel they should've atleast offered me a round of drinks for the trouble . The palm tree should've been more secured and it must've been 8-10 feet tall and it was a bit breezy that night. read more

Went for the holiday boat parade, "dinner reservation required." Place was absolutely packed, we were sat nowhere near the band in a tent with a limited food menu and limited bar. 3 at our table never got their food, and oh yes the $10 cover to sit in the bar mitzvah tent. Never again, what a crappy experience. 0/10 read more

This review is for their boat slip service. I kept my motorized canoe here for over a year for a very reasonable price and was beyond thrilled with the experience. Nora (the affable and very well respected owner) and her team are quite professional and are always super helpful with anything you might need. I just purchased a boat and know exactly who I'll call for docking. read more

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My family went after my sons graduation. we also bumped into some people we know. every single person said the food was horrendous. the chicken fajitas were inedible. rubbery McDonald's looking dark meat chicken strips that were disgusting. two tiny tortillas and a tiny cup of rice for 20 dollars and I couldn't eat it. everything was disgusting even the kids food. waiter didn't care. will never be back. one of the worst meals I've ever ordered out. read more

We stopped by on a whim today! The whole vibe is super laid-back and beachy, perfect for a summer day/night. The food was really good, fresh, flavorful, and hit the spot. It was definitely a busy day at the bar, so the bartender had his hands full, but he still did a great job and took care of us! No complaints at all. Great spot for a chill meal and good energy. read more

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Two stars for the food. Five stars for the vibe. Look, you don't come here for the best meal you'll ever have. You come to hang, listen to music, have some drinks, and take in the view. Seriously this place is a hidden gem. There are lounge chairs, picnic tables, sand, a bar, it's dog friendly, it's beautiful, the service is very good. Need I go on? I came around 5pm on a Friday and it wasn't busy yet. They had live music at 7pm so by then it was filling up. Hubs and I had the soup sampler, fried calamari, grilled cheese, fish and chip, and wings with Thai chili sauce. Like I said, food is mediocre at best but the wings were great. Skip the soup, skip the calamari. Will definitely be back. This is one of those places you go to and you feel like you're on vacation. read more

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Really cute spot right on the water. You can sit inside by the bar or grab a seat outside if the weather is nice. I've only ever come here for drinks, but I'd love to try the food next time. They have a lot of great drinks, but the chocolate martini is my favorite. They also have a couple games set up outside, like a big connect 4. This is one of my favorite spots to come to in the summer. read more

Dox - New American Near Me - Island Park, New York

14 of us had dinner last Thursday. Food was excellent, not fancy but well prepared. Service was courteous, professional and timely. Can't beat the location, view and vibe. We'll be back! BTW, great band! read more

Went to see John Saxon who was fantastic. The food is awful and expensive. Way over priced. The Waitress was not friendly at all. Wont go back. read more

Go to DOX!!!!! I love this place. It's truly a hidden gem in Island Park! It's absolutely beautiful and right on the water. They have a sand area with picnic tables, high tops, and Adirondack chairs, and some games like giant connect 4 and cornhole. They also have an area where you're served with tables. Last but not least, they also have indoor seating and an indoor bar! You can come here in the morning to sit and read and get a Wave Culture coffee from the coffee truck on their grounds, during the day for lunch, happy hour, at night for a sunset dinner, or stay later for a DJ or movie night. It's such a cool spot with a great atmosphere, and beautiful views. On top of everything, they're food is great as well and definitely satisfies my lobster roll cravings. I'm a bit of a pretzel lover and always order a bavarian pretzel for an appetizer wherever I can. This is honestly one of the best pretzels I've ever had! The staff, service, drinks/food, atmosphere, vibes, and views are all truly 10/10! read more

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Entitled waitress Dana argued about her tip. We had two entrrees with a drink each and Calamari . She got a $20 tip. She was rude, abrupt and entitled. Food is sub-par. This is a place where the waitress will shake you down for large tips. read more

Dox - New American Near Me - Island Park, New York

We had really great service and just stopped in for one drink. I forgot our servers name but she was super personable and it was nice chatting with her. We ordered the calamari Thai spice style and it has a nice kick. I can't recall the name of our drinks either but they were okay. The beer was cold. It's got a nice view unless you look towards the garbage dump..... mount trashmore. We would definitely come back here to chill and listen to music and try some other menu items. read more

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My team of 20+ had and event on 8/12/2025 and the staff was incredible. I would recommend this venue for large parties. Dana and Lou were top notch in every aspect of our visit! Thanks again for accommodating our group. read more

Went to Doxs in Island Patk this weekend, had shrimp taco bowl. Embarrassed for the portion they gave, and what they charged! There was nothing in it but rice and 4 shrimp, Had Frozen margaritas with absolutely no alcohol in it. Service was ok, but the view beautiful! Would never eat there again. read more

This restaurant is at a beautiful location. I attended a yelp elite event and really enjoyed myself. The bartenders are not stingy with the liquor. The Dox on the Rox drink was really good. The atmosphere gives u a beach on vacation feel. I liked their crab cakes and lemon chicken the best. The mussels were also good. Nice restaurant to take a date. It also has a grown and sexy vibe. The best part is u can bring your dog. read more

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Came on Thursday night with my friend and little did we know they had a Thursday night pasta special with live music! I can't remember the price exactly but it was probably around $25-30 for a drink, salad, and choice of pasta! The waitress and chef were so nice and they were speaking with us about the pasta and helping us with our questions. They even made my friend's pasta to her spice liking which was so kind. The food was great and the live music was wonderful. Would love to come back! read more

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The Dox is fun and summery. It's the perfect place to go for a date or with a small group of friends. The drinks are simple and made well. The staff is friendly and attentive which adds to the experience. I love that this place is dog friendly it's so he's to find a good place to have a drink and bite to eat that will allow your dog to come along. The array of food we had at the buffet was good but the eggplant rollatini stole the show. I would definitely come back with friends for a goodnight out. read more

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Attended a seminar in the private area they usually hold private parties (weddings, showers etc). Food was good. View is beautiful. Beach vibes. Plan to come back to the restaurant side. read more

We had a late lunch today. A party of 7. The wait time on the orders was terrible. One waitress for I don't know how many tables. She did her best. I had a fried chicken BLT. The chicken was so dry from being overcooked. Three of us agreed on the overdone food. Even waiting to pay the check was a long time. This place was not even crowded with eaters. No excuse. Need a new chef and more waitstaff. I'm not going back anytime soon. read more

Service was awesome. In today's world where good service is so rare, Dana was a breath of fresh air. Very attentive and on top of everything. Nothing better than an attentive and professional service in a restaurant. We'll be back because service and location. read more

Dox - New American Near Me - Island Park, New York

Very interesting place, part nightclub, part outdoor bar, part dining and a setup for parties. That beign said depends on what part you are going for. Gets a little crazy but if you are going for the nightclub angle then by all means you should go, dining not so much ( food was just OK ) I would also recommend you use the bathroom before you get here or have a strong bladder as there are only three unisex bathrooms for well over 200 people when busy. Try at your own discretion! read more

More people need to hear about DOX! I don't understand why this place is so "hidden" when it comes to the internet. No Facebook page, no Instagram, no website. No hours listed? I sort of want it to stay a secret because it's that good, however, I also want to see it succeed and gain some publicity. Tucked away in Island Park is a bar located right on the water. Bar area is large with plenty of seating. Picnic tables overlook the water and the boats anchored there. Adirondack chairs situated on a man-made beach. The place is welcoming and friendly and bright. On a beautiful 75 degree day with a slight breeze, it was the perfect place to spend an afternoon. Not only do they have a bunch of beers to offer, they also have top shelf liquor and food! The food menu is basic but we had we enjoyed (the fried calamari and crab cakes). There's a converted food truck off to the side but the wait staff brings the food right to you, no matter where you're seated. Drink prices are fair but I'd stick to beer since I saw the bartenders being a bit cheap when it came to mixed drinks. Also every bartender takes care of the entire bar - we had 4 bartenders by the time all was said and done. You can tell they're still working out a few kinks and since they only opened at the end of June, this is understandable. One bartender barely knew how to make any drinks, the tables closest to the water flipped over in the wind, the bathroom has 2 locks where only 1 works and no mirror (it's a bare bones bathroom) and there's only 1 of them as far as I could tell. Otherwise, this place has true potential. For what we got (beer and food) everything was great! I just hope they get themselves out there more. read more

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Review of dinner last night- bartender Triple charged for a sting and then spilled one drink on us (accidentally). We waited approximately 2 hours for 2 hamburgers and a crab cake. Waitress hovered over us to pay bill while she was standing there- I will not be going back- read more

Visited this new hot spot to celebrate a 21st birthday. Right on the water with a beautiful view. They had a food truck with a small menu, everything I ordered was delicious. The bar had a wide selection of drinks and the staff was very friendly. They have one regular single person bathroom and a trailer with bathrooms that are surprisingly nice. read more

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Had a corporate client ask me to find them a place to have a have a corporate happy hour. I chose Dox. We had the best service. Thank you, Chris. Food and drinks were outstanding. We'll be back. Thank you, Dox for hosting a great afternoon. read more

I really wanted to like this place but it was just not good. Come for a beer and a view but otherwise stay home. Our drinks were disgusting premix margaritas. I could have made a fresh lime juice, triple sec and tequila at home that was 10x better than this for significantly less $. The food was also presented nicely but was almost inedible. The fish and chips was so salty and fishy. It was obviously frozen cheap fish. The crab cakes were tiny and filled with imitation crab! Are you kidding me?! The price of this stuff was approx $20 a piece bc they also decide to only list their menu in "cash" prices. Everything you pay on credit card will be 3% more than the menu price. How is this a thing in 2021? The only good thing about this spot is that the wait staff is incredibly nice and attentive and the French fries. Not enough for me to return to unless they decide to stop cheaping out on their customers. I actually feel robbed after going here. The quality was really that bad. read more

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Popular place...I can see how it can be noisy on weekends, food was very good, prices reasonable, portions spot on. Food delivery system, excellent!!, Waitress , needs work, kept forgetting drinks, also gave food receipt for credit cards when paying cash. Delivery staff works harder then waitress',infact that's how we got our water. Menus and table cloth sticky, that needs attention, chairs are sturdy and comfortable vs that plastic crap that many waterfront places use, that's a major plus! in my book . Would really like to see more traditional seafood dishes on the menu though. read more

Looks good from the videos, but that's not my night out all the best. If Friday is your night take the chance. The DJ Jeff is a real gentleman and knows the right music to play a good guy to follow when he's at other clubs. read more

I had a great experience at Doxs. The food and waitress service was good. Dana was an amazing waitress .

Finally made it to DOX in Island Park and it was a wonderful experience. Cute spot right on the water with friendly and attentive staff. Came on a Sunday and they had a band, and they were great! We got the Thai calamari, chicken and cheese spring rolls and goat cheese balls to start. We ended with lobster rolls and a ceaser salad. All of it was absolutely delicious. Also a plus they are dog friendly! read more

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absolutely disgusting, there was a nail on my chair that poked my buttox and made a mark. the food had a bunch of short black hair while I have long white hair. 0 stars. read more