What an amazing place. We went here tonight for my daughter's birthday dinner and had such a good…read moretime. We sat in there outdoor space that was so beautiful. The food from the apps to the entrees everything was very delicious. Can't wait to go back. Our server Jack was great. On top of everything.

Service is good here and staff is accommodating but sometimes about the food quality didn't really…read moreimpress me. The area is in a busy main street with many food options but chose this one because of the reviews. Came here for lunch and ordered the lobster bisque which I really liked but my main meal was the pulled pork pasta which was part of their lunch special and felt really underwhelmed when I tasted it. It was lacking flavor and taste. The restaurant has a nice outdoor area tho which is nice and refreshing. Maybe if i ordered something else I would have enjoyed the food

My friends and I came here a few weeks back. The seating is inside and outside on the street. They…read moreset you up down the whole block. It is definitely different. The staff was quick and attentive. We ordered drinks, they came out fairly quickly. We ordered the baked clams and they were really good. They weren't chewy. For my main I ordered the thick chicken sandwich. The sauce on top was so good! The chicken was juicy. It was overall a great meal. The slaw that came with the sandwich was a good combo with the chicken as well.

I hate to say this but it went from being one of our favorite restaurants to hit or miss…read more The eggplant meatballs are in sanely delicious. The Mac & cheese can be but it can also go on the miss list along with the harvest salad. Another thing missing were any specials. Their specials can be the most fantastic thing ever so we were surprised there allegedly weren't any on a Saturday night. Our waiter was just a kid and I'm not so sure he was forthright. One of the wines on the menu was allegedly out of stock too. This will no longer be a destination for us but we'll definitely eat their dishes at the wine bar around the corner.

My wife and I came from the DC area to visit our family in Long Island for Labor Day weekend. It's…read moremy wife's 40th birthday. Choosing Branzinos as the restaurant to celebrate the occasion was 110% the PERFECT choice! The ambiance was relaxed and we were very comfortably seated. The service was INCREDIBLE! Our server Arianna was kind, courteous, attentive, and had perfect recommendations. The menu was expansive and the food was AMAZING! We recommend the fillet branzino. I had the short rib grilled cheese which was unlike anything I've ever had. The baked and raw oysters were perfect and the calamari was "melt in your mouth." We had a kerfuffle over who in our party was paying the bill. That said, we had a chance to meet the manager who was also awesome, knew how to read the room, and made us all laugh. Argument-over-paying-the-bill-crisis averted. 10/10 professional crisis manager. I want to thank the Branzinos Northport team for making my wife's 40th birthday absolutely perfect. Thank you SO MUCH for elevating our experience to one that will be remembered for a lifetime. Y'all are wonderful and we hope to come back next time we're visiting Long Island.

We were excited to try the new Branzinos location, and initial impressions were great. The…read moreatmosphere is warm and cozy, and our waiter was stellar--friendly, knowledgeable, and extremely accommodating. Unfortunately, the dining experience went downhill from there. We arrived for an early dinner on the very first day of their new weekly specials, only to find they were already completely out of key ingredients. We wanted to try the French onion soup with gnocchi, but they were out of gnocchi. Another person in our group wanted the short rib sandwich, but they were out of short rib. To top it off, when one of us ordered a lychee martini, they were out of lychees as well. Running out of core items for advertised specials right at the start of a new week and early in service is a major operational oversight. The food itself was hit-and-miss: * Starters: The Clams Casino came in a broth rather than baked; while the broth was decent, the dish overall really lacked flavor. The fried calamari was tender, but the breading was damp, soggy, and fell right off into a mushy texture. The Thai chili mussels felt lazy, tasting like they were just tossed in a generic bottled sauce. * Mains: The steak sandwich was excellent, featuring high-quality beef. The vodka sausage pizza was fine, but it was far too dry with barely any sauce on it--honestly, something I could easily beat at home. The spinach and artichoke ravioli tasted good, but the portion size was very small for the price point. Between missing half our initial order choices, mediocre food execution, and an unnecessary valet service crammed into a tiny strip mall parking lot, it was a disappointing visit. Sadly, we won't be returning.

We went back to the Purple Elephant restaurant again. I always love seeing the Purple Elephant in…read morethe front of the restaurant. My youngest daughter and her husband joined us to celebrate their wedding anniversary and her pregnancy. Walter, our waiter, always makes us felt at home. All the wait service at the restaurant are great and very friendly. We ordered our drinks and some appetizers to share. We had crispy fried calamari, Thai elephant wings and most excellent nachos. We had fried calamari which was hot and delicious. Everything was so good! We were enjoying our conversation and our culinary experience. We are never rushed. We ordered our meals. I ordered crusty salmon with string beans and peppers in a sauce. It melted in my mouth and was cooked to perfection. My wife had the coconut shrimp with the ginger mayo sauce. My daughter had the Awesome Avocado salad with onions, organic baby greens,string beans, cherry tornado and corn. We were very satisfied with all the meals. We decided that we should bring home the chocolate mouse desserts. They were perfect for our lunch the following day. We travelled to the Purple Elephant in Northport because we are never disappointed in the food, the wait service and the atmosphere. If you are near or in Northport, NY, we strongly recommend this restaurant. You will not be disappointed! Enjoy your family and friends with a great meal. Say hello to Walter for us.

Amazing experience. We were a group of 12. We separated into smaller groups, they were extremely…read moreaccommodating. The service was spectacular. I was originally under the impression that the menu was more on the Vegan side. I was so wrong! Large variety of seafood, chicken and beef dishes. The seared beef tacos with a slaw were Outstanding. Two large tacos with nice dipping sauce. Easily fed two people. Friend had a very interesting shrimp Scampi but more of a Spanish style. Very good. Large drink menu along with wines. All 12 were very happy. That never happens! We visit this marina every year. We will be back! Thank you for a great night!

Ambiance (5/5): It's hard to beat the sunset views of the water. It can get extremely busy on even…read moreweekends so be prepared to call early or wait for 30min to 1hr. Service (4/5): Young staff members are hustling to give you the best service they can but it is extremely busy at times. They are always courteous! Dog friendly. Street Fries - usually their fries are great and cooked with a superior crunch and coated with a nice flavored. Other times, they can be a little soggy. Bang Bang Shrimp - skippable. I like the flavor but it is usually more batter than it is shrimp. Chicken BBQ Quesadilla - big fan. There's a good portion of chicken. I might ask for the BBQ sauce on the side next time instead of drizzled on top (which is how it comes). Oysters - Questionable tasting freshness Tuna nachos - meh Tacos from best to worst - the tacos are sizable! Shells hold well too Kung pao cauliflower - surprisingly the best. thai chili sauce sticks well on the battered tempura Salmon poke - salsa and soy dressing worked well Spare rib //Korean steak - both remembered being good Hot chicken - pretty good Pork and plantain - pork belly was not too seasoned and way too much slaw portion (5:1 ratio) Surf & turf - steak was super chewy Tuna - quality of the tuna was chunky and was bleh Crispy fish taco - on both counts was the worst taco by far

You have to know you're going into Whale's Tale and getting casual bar food, served on paper and…read moreplastic cups. It's part of the charm. The food was honestly super yummy. We shared the street corn fries and wings as appetizers, and we each got 2 tacos. No drinks- the bill was $60 before tip. Wing flavor was good and they were decently sized. Fries were okay, and were just seasoned fries with some Cotija cheese sprinkled on top. The tacos were honestly delish. I had 2 pork tacos and my husband had the surf and turf and hot honey chicken. We loved all 4. Was the food good? Yes. Yummy and hot and fresh. Was it insane for taco lunch with no drinks to be $60? Also yes. Would I go back? Sure, if someone else is paying lol.

Wonderful 40th Anniversary Dinner…read more We celebrated our 40th wedding anniversary at Arlo with our family, and it was a wonderful evening. We had a large table outside, the weather was perfect, and the setting was beautiful. Our server, Alex, was exceptional--very attentive and made the evening feel special. The complimentary champagne toast was such a nice touch. They also surprised us with a complimentary anniversary dessert that was beautifully presented, which made the celebration even more memorable. The food was outstanding. I had the sea bass, which was delicious. Several people shared the tomahawk steak and loved it--I tried a piece and it was amazing. My wife had the lobster pappardelle and raved about it. Great food, exceptional service, and a beautiful atmosphere. Arlo made our 40th anniversary very special. Highly recommend!

Service by Alex very good. Crab cake delish! Wedge salad very good also...chicken good; shrimp was…read moreok... Over all I love the deck dining outdoors!

We went again with friends and family everyone enjoyed the tuna steak and baked clams. Definitely…read morecheck out this little gem right on 25 an across from the McDonald's shopping center. Always friendly service and a nice comfortable atmosphere the seating in the back and they also have seating inside and obviously everything's all fresh definitely go there.

Purchased from here a few times and have never been disappointed. The selection is fresh, the staff…read moreis friendly, knowledgeable and give great tips if you're unsure of what to get. I'm a seafood lover and someone who insists on getting the best fish available in the area. I have purchased swordfish and salmon from here and was complimented specifically on the cut of fish I served for dinner. Location is great and has plenty of parking. I'm curious to try the restaurant portion but read some good reviews. Look forward to trying more from this spot.

Still as good as ever! I just don't understand the mediocre…read morerating. Top notch service. So let me shout out to Bella for her exceptional service, suggestions and kindness! Now the food. The oyster app was delicious. Fresh, tasty perfection. The red snapper Caccucio was simply delicious. Mildly spiced, a generous and tasty portion of red snapper over a bed of linguini, mussels and clams. I can't even remember what my other half had but she thoroughly enjoyed it. A perfect lunch with my two girls, great beer selection , and fresh hot coffee to wind down my meal. A great lunch choice on their shaded outdoor area. Best outdoor choice in Northport!!

Stopped here today for a late lunch with my boyfriend. Although I'd read more than a few so-so…read morereviews, this was the most packed out restaurant on Main Street so I thought I'd give it a shot anyway. Let me start by saying it wasn't a bad experience but it certainly didn't exceed my expectations. The food was good, but a bit bland in my opinion. My boyfriend ordered the L.A. chicken sandwich with fries which was pretty average. Tasted like a less rich version of a chicken parm to be honest. I ordered myself a cocktail (the Hugo Spritz) and one of their specials - the wild Montauk cod. The drink was just okay - menu said it was Prosecco with a splash of elderberry liquor and mint. Really tasted like a tall glass of Prosecco mixed with seltzer. The cod was a nice cut of fish but very bland. It was served baked and topped with crabmeat and a lemon butter sauce with sides of mashed potatoes and veggies. Even after adding salt and pepper I found myself wishing I'd ordered an extra side of sauce as it was the most flavorful thing on the plate. In addition to the bland food and drink, the wait time was unexpectedly long. I will say they were pretty busy when we arrived but we didn't have to wait for a table. They had a beautiful courtyard for outdoor dining. I popped inside to use the restroom and the bar was pretty packed with patrons watching the soccer game. Still, it did not explain the longer than usual wait times. I may give this spot one more try since I live in the area and saw some other yummy looking menu items but I really hope it's improvement to this visit.

Birdie Bar is a trendy spot with delish cocktails, apps, entrees, and daily specials…read more The surf and turf grilled cheese was amazing and was loaded with lobster and prime rib. If you are a truffle lover, be sure to upgrade your fries to the truffle fries. The fries were truly the best truffle fries I've yet to try! The toasted marshmallow martini was the special when I was there, but it was great. Service was good, no issues with the waitress, and she was accommodating to our table

Since my review of a disappointing first experience at Birdie Bar, I have returned quite a few…read moretimes (largely because there aren't many options in area and the ease of parking), and have found some dishes to be excellent. This includes the olive oil cake, bbq pulled pork nachos, crispy Brussel sprouts, smash burger (although not consistent in size), and chicken picante. The restaurant is relatively new (just reached third year anniversary), so perhaps the kitchen needed more time to prepare dishes more consistently. For the most part the food now matches the social media hype. TIP: Others have recently noted slow service, incorrect orders. I have been visiting at the start of dinner service, and have not encountered this, so some of these issues may potentially be avoided by arriving before inexperienced service staff are overwhelmed. Most people will be seated on second floor which requires walking up a staircase. If special accommodation is needed I suggest informing restaurant in advance. There is some seating downstairs, but depending of time and day this area (bar) can get uncomfortably loud.