Edit- After speaking with the owner directly, I have adjusted my review. John is a great guy and will always make things right! Thank you, John! So I've been coming here for years. I've celebrated a few birthdays here and selected Karver's for my birthday this year- today. Well, I wasn't very impressed today. I ordered the chop salad with steak, which I've had several times over the years. Our meals took maybe 25 minutes to come out. It's a Saturday so I get it. But then they gave me the wrong salad and the steak was tough. I let Oscar know and he put in a new order for the correct salad. My friend was already eating her meal but I had to wait for mine. It came delivered by the female manager and was now the correct salad but the steak was still tough. (Ordered medium) we then ordered dessert to share. We paid the bill and tip but I wasn't really happy with my experience this time. No offer to compensate for the initial wait time, and then the incorrect order. Just feeling kinda meh. read more

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The food, the atmosphere and a welcoming staff made our experience, really special. Our server Shane was top notch as he ran the bar and acted as our server, extraordinaire. My wife and I only wish we lived closer so that we could dine here more frequently. Greetings from Long Beach, we shall happily return! read more

Base my reviews off what you pay: *Place was packed at 7PM on a Wednesday. Price - ~$133 (appetizer, 2 entrees, 3 drinks, tip) One of the better bar vibe spots. Food: 4/5 - great food. Was honestly pretty impressed by everything I ate. Was expecting bar type food but this is far above that. Unfortunately had a special in the Sauerbraten but was excellent. No missed. Service: 4/5 - our waiter Shane was awesome. Gave great recommendations, had a quirky vibe and was always checking in. Made the experience enjoyable and would definitely ask for him again. Ambiance: 3/5 - nothing to really note. Nice and clean on the inside but still a bar. Would definitely come here for sport events. Overall: 4/5 - very impressed by this spot. Went in with low expectations and left with a staple spot in the area. No doubt I would be back here. Best Dish - Everything Would Return - Definitely read more

Parking lot sucks bc you can never find a spot, luckily I have handicapped parking. I had a reservation on open table but the place was so packed we just squished into the bar. I don't not like places this loud! It is a beautiful restaurant but it was too hard to see anything due to overcrowding. Food was very good. Got Mac n cheese bites, Caesar salad and a cheeseburger. The bartender (Kelly) was not attentive (empty drinks) bc she bar was understaffed. I really think this restaurant has enough staff to pack out the way it does. read more

Karvers Grille - Mac n cheese fritters/ Caesar salad - American Near Me - Holbrook, New York

Dinner was perfect. The servers were on point. We sat on the patio has a cool vibe. The appetizers were a good way to begin a great meal. Then the dinners arrived and wow what flavor. The presentation was great most of us took food home, well except for me that cheesesteak was so good I abandoned the tots for a midnight snack and focused on finishing the cheesesteak. You know I didn't want to be disrespectful. Lol amazing good. Definitely give it a try. We skipped dessert i will let you know next time. Been here before and always new and exciting everytime. Leave time to get a table always busy. Between the dedicated service and talented kitchen staff. KARVERS for the win. Thanks Karvers read more

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Came here for dinner on a summer evening for just a table of two with no reservation, we had no wait and even had the option to sit outside or inside (we opted for in). Off the bat, I won't lie I got some "Applebee's" type feelings from the place, but I wasn't going to pass judgment on a place simply by how it looks, my mother taught me better! But granted you could probably argue that for a lot of American bistro style restaurants that try to have that hometown local feel to it with all the stuff hanging on the walls. Staff was incredibly friendly and attentive, our server especially, Alexa, really felt like she was going out her way to check in on us and how everything was which did feel nice. For food we started with the spinach artichoke dip, a classic and this one was just as good as I've had anywhere, but most importantly they give you plenty of chips! For entrees, I went with the Philly cheesesteak and my girlfriend went with the brisket French dip with mozzarella cheese. Both were delicious but I think my girlfriend beat me this time with her choice! The choice of brisket over a typical roast beef is an interesting one for a French dip, but I do love a good brisket and this one was certainly tasty. The Philly wasn't you're traditional cheesesteak either, but it scratched my itch (but do be warned that thing comes out HOT!). Both came with a deceivingly large basket of fries that were fresh and crispy and a nice salty to compliment to our sandwiches. I really enjoyed trying this one and they had a bunch of interesting specials that I contemplated trying too, which makes me eager to come back again and see what other new tasty options they might have in store! read more

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We were in the area on a rainy cold Saturday afternoon in April and searched online for something to eat. This place had great reviews and reasonable prices. What especially stood out to me was the great customer service and experience. Our waitress Kelly went above and beyond to by making food recs to ensuring our waters were always filled and even gave me a side of pickles to go with my burger because they are my favorite. The restaurant was having a private event in the back and every booth was filled but that did not take away from our service and the quality of our food. We definitely will be back! Go here!!! read more

Karvers Grille - Bacon Cheese Burger - American Near Me - Holbrook, New York

Seated right away and our waitress was fantastic. Fried calamari came out in minutes. I enjoyed the lavender lemonade and my husband enjoyed his alcoholic drink. My penne à la vodka was flavorful and fresh and my husband loved the risotto. We ordered the rainbow cookie cake for our dessert and have no complaints. Great time! read more

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EDIT - 10/30/26 After speaking with management, I have edited my review because the food was great and I do appreciate having my experience validated by management. I will continue to come to Karvers because we love it and nothing that happened deters me from coming back. I appreciate the dedication to serving your continued patrons. Thank you! 10/29/26 You know I hate to leave not such a great review but I feel it's necessary. Tonight I made a reservation for 5pm with my 2 friends. We were seated on time. Service was good, it was busy, our food came out at about 6pm , by almost 6:30 the waiter was bringing over take home containers . Ok. Then he did ask if we were having dessert and my friends each got a coffee. At 6:40 , the manager I believe, came over to ask if everything was good, we thought he was being nice , and then he says they are really busy he has a lot of people waiting for tables and basically asked us to leave!! My friend didn't even finish her coffee yet! So we were like , ok ready to leave and then we said bullshlt! She didn't even finish her coffee, we had reservations ..... you don't make us feel uncomfortable and then tell us you have a lot of people waiting! It was rude and unprofessional. So we stayed until she finished her coffee. There was alot of people waiting, I will give him that, but we were there with a reservation and we didn't sit down until 5pm and he was asking us to leave at 6:37pm , (I have the time stamp of when I took a pic of the bill so I could see it better). Not even 2 hours there and we were being rushed out. Annoyed and disappointed with the lack of courtesy tonight. read more

Karvers is always packed showing its value to the community. Consistent service and excellent quality food. The ambience is family oriented. The food is amazing and again consistency is the key to a restaurant. I find carvers to maintain that consistent level of cleanliness and quality. I would recommend this to anybody in the area. read more

Fun atmosphere Good service Good food! You can't go wrong with Karvers. Price is reasonable as well! read more

Love coming here! Great place for a casual dinner with the family, wanting to catch up with a friend over lunch and if me and a girlfriend just wanted apps and drinks. The place is super cozy and rustic looking and the food always comes out faster than expected with no issues! I recommend the Buffalo chicken egg rolls and don't knock the turkey burger! read more

Stopped in early (4:30) Friday evening after searching online for a dinner spot. The website does a good job drawing you in. Fantastic service by Shawn F. So many things that I would like to have tried, but I was in the mood for fish and chips so that's what I went with. Three pieces of fish fried golden brown. Very tasty. The fries were decent and the Cole slaw was on point. The menu is a bit pricey, but it is Long Island, NY. It's easy to sticker shock this Florida boy. I'm in town for a few more nights. I'll likely return to try one of their mac and cheese dishes. read more

Karvers Grille - Fish and chips - American Near Me - Holbrook, New York

Really great food. We went on the weekend and apparently they only do their dinner menu on the weekends which is fine but it also brings the dinner price. Also this place gets extremely busy. We've tried to go here another time and it was so packed we just left. But this visit we went around 2:00 and was fine. I got the blue cheese hamburger which comes on a brioche roll with onion straws. It also comes with French fries, coleslaw and a pickle. French fries were awesome, burger was awesome too. Would definitely get it again. My wife got the California flatbread. That's not really my thing but she loved it and couldn't stop saying how good it was. My son was being picky and ended up getting mozzarella sticks. I tried one and they were good and crispy. Service was good, the waitress was nice. Just make sure you are done with your food cause they're a little quick to take plates off the table. I was just eating the last few fries I had I turned my head for a second and next thing I knew my plate was gone Will definitely go back just be mindful the prices are a bit high but the food is worth the price. read more

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Food was Delicious, Service was very Matter affect, may be a Long Island thing, not rude but not over the top friendly, Ambiance was a pub feel read more

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The food is always good The service is attentive and excellent They normally have a good tap selection read more

After 2 years went to make another reservation, to be told i needed to use a credit card to reserve a table.. Oh well.. lost my business..

Overall, very good experience, really good food, and the bar is a comfortable place to have dinner with some friends. On a random Tuesday night we headed over for dinner about 6 o'clock. The place was packed and the wait was over 35 minutes. Rather than wait, we checked out the bar and found some seats. Very friendly bartender who was not pushing you to hurry up and eat and go. Started things out with a specialty cocktail of theirs called, "smoked cherry old-fashioned". The base bourbon was woodville bourbon. It's the first time any of us ever had it and we all thought it was quite good. Included in the drink were orange bitters, Amarna juice, Amarena, cherries, orange peel, smoked with cherry chips. It's topped off by being lit on fire and that's what gives it It's smoky taste. I asked the bartender what the place was known for, and amongst the many things included hamburgers. I went with the Karver's hamburger which was done, medium, and included pepper jack cheese, lettuce, tomato, and their sauce. The burger was fantastic. The bun was soft and not super thick. A very enjoyable burger. It comes with fries, but you can get other sides, I just went with the basic fries. They were good. read more

Came for lunch after hearing great things about this place. The staff was very friendly and our waiter was amazing. My meal came with a side salad so I opted for Italian dressing and it was so fresh. I got the mac and cheese and the portion was massive, it can easily be shared. It was delicious though and had breadcrumbs and parsley on top. The restaurant itself is very nice and spacious. Will definitely be back! read more

Karvers Grille - Mac and Cheese - American Near Me - Holbrook, New York

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The food is always top notch, hats off to the chef! Anyone I've ever brought there feels the same way too. Highly recommend Karvers. read more

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I've been here a lot over the years and it's very hit or miss, and most times it's a miss. The ambiance is loud as there's a lot going on in this place, such as birthdays and celebrations. More often than not I leave disappointed. I ordered the special, Bourbon Fried Chicken, and the chicken was tough and not very edible. The waiter was great and attentive. Ice tea tasted like brisk and not homemade. read more

Karvers Grille - Bourbon Fried Chicken - American Near Me - Holbrook, New York

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I've been to Karver's three or four times and each time except this time, it has been a very good experience. I ordered the French Dip this time and it was dry, dry, dry, even with the jus. With that said, I did mention this to our waiter and he did comp our dessert, which was very nice. I am still giving Karver's four stars because the other times I've been here, the food was very good. So I would absolutely come back and order something different. You can't always have a home run but that meat was inedible. read more

Great food with a casual atmosphere. Frendly staff and a nice area for outside dinning

The food is great! They have a bar as well.. I just dont like the big crowds, I went on a busy night.

Karvers is one of my go-to spots for a sit-down meal with family and friends. From salads and sandwiches to wraps and burgers to seafood and quesadillas, there's something for everyone on the menu. My favorite dish is the pan-seared salmon with mashed potatoes and vegetables -- it's incredibly tasty. The waitstaff has always been friendly and lively, and there's a little patio outside you can dine on when the weather's nice. Every time I've been to Karvers (which is a lot, and usually for dinner), it's crowded. That says a lot about the restaurant itself, but keep that in mind before visiting. Highly recommend! read more

Karvers Grille - Salmon with mashed potatoes and vegetables. - American Near Me - Holbrook, New York

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Great food. Great ambiance. Great service. I'm a regular and Karvers never disappoints.

Was there on Sunday. Food was exceptional!! Service was great - so sweet and with a smile! Ambiance is perfect! Will definitely be back again and again! read more

I didn't like the food to heavy and overheat. Nice atmosphere but I prefer less forced more home oriented meals.

Delicious! Your all american spot that really does have something for everyone. And the food is actually good! Flatbreads, pasta, hamburgers, even the kids were happy with their meals. We had mozzarella sticks, mac and cheese, a thai flatbread and a burger and everything was cooked perfectly. The portion sizes were great, slightly bigger than your average which is so hard to find these days...Good food, good prices, and great service? Karvers has it all. Our food came pretty fast, staff were attentive and we were able to get in and out in a reasonable amount of time. Definitely recommend making reservations. I didn't think it'd fill up fast but as soon as we sat down, it was table after table being filled. Can't go wrong and we can't wait to come back soon! read more

When my brother visited my our Dad on Long Island, he told me of a really good restaurant that they dined in called Karvers. It was a mental bookmark to try this local restaurant when I returned to Long Island. Throughout the week that I visited my Dad in May 2024, driving we'd see that the Karvers parking lot was always busy. This supported my brother's glowing words for the establishment.    It was on my last day of the May 2024 trip that I suggested dining here before flying out of Islip. Because, time was running out on Long Island soil, I was more into focusing attention on my dad and thinking of the pending flight.    When we walked into Karvers, the Hostess immediately welcomed us. The fine service lasted throughout the meal. We sat at a table near the door. The booth was comfortable with views of the sports playing on TV. As far as ambiance, it felt like I was in a combination pub and modern restaurant with a warehouse ceiling.    We arrived at lunch when the lunch specials were still active. The pizza burger lunch special drew my attention. I am a fan of the pizza burger which brings me back to my childhood enjoying them in Long Island diners. The simple fact is that in 2024, they are less common on restaurant menus. Especially in Las Vegas where I was about to fly to.   The pizza burger lunch special cost $19. It included soup of the day or house salad with a bucket of fries or homemade potato chips, and cole slaw. The bottomless Coke that I ordered was an additional cost to the meal. The soup of the day was lemon with orzo soup. Being a soup lover, I enjoyed it. But! Not as much as the pizza burger and fries. The pizza burger stuffed between the warm ciabetta buns tasted just the way I like my hamburgers. It was complimented by mozzarella cheese, marinara sauce, lettuce, onions, and tomato. I felt that the lettuce, onions, and tomato helped elevate the pizza burger to four stars. With just the right amount of marinara sauce, a stickiness issue was nonexistent. The fries were flavorful and warm. During lunch, before the place is happening in the later hours, the environment is conducive to conversations. To extend my May 2024 trip with my dad, I ordered a cup of coffee. In similar fashion to the meal, it was really good.    Continuing the glowing words for Karvers and the consistently busy parking lot showing it's popularity, I would like to add my three cents in. I give Karvers Four Stars. read more

The food and service at this location is fresh and it tastes good! I highly recommend! The ranch especially... oh wow it's so good!

Good spot for good eats and to watch some sports games! This was my 3rd time here -- made a 8:30 reservation for 2 on a Friday night and was seated right away in a bar area booth. Service was quick and attentive. Have mixed reviews on the drinks -- 2nd round tasted very different from the first, Greek Mule was good, Lavender Lemon Rain was OK. Things were a bit pricey for the quality, though. Spent more than anticipated. Wouldn't mind coming back -- they have a cool outdoor patio area with heaters too. read more

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I love their food and service They are great, my cousins go more thank I do. But I loved the experience. read more

Why did it take me so long to try this place? I really, really like it. Saturday night, Labor Day weekend and the place was jammed and all for the right reasons. Great food, solid service & a relaxing ambiance (for a place packed with families. Had the "angry mussels" as an app (one of their daily specials and awesome). Plump mussels in a spicy marinara sauce with crispy toast to dunk till your hearts content...and we did). The rib eye steak was juicy, flavorful and cooked to a perfect medium rare. Honestly, one of the best that I've had in a while and if you look at this price point (around $36 I believe), it's a tasty, tasty bargain. The BBQ ribs were okay with a nice KC-style sauce, though a bit over done (the meat should never fall off the bone). But, like the rib eye, flavorful. All things said, I can't wait to go back for more. Plenty of parking (and the way this place packs out, they need it!), seem to take all cards and a perfect place for large groups, family dinners or a nice night out. ...Did I mention those mussels? read more

Servers always engaging and friendly. Reasonable prices on most items and a good varied menu.

My wife and I had dinner there last night as we often do on a Sunday. It was probably our 30th time there. She had the shrimp kabob that is a new feature on the menu. She absolutely loved it! In fact, I had one of her shrimps, which was a good size and very tasty . I had the turkey club. The turkey was tender and delicious, but my only issue was with the lack of bacon. I found a few small pieces but was a bit disappointing because I love the bacon there. Everything else was fine, including my favorite homemade potato chips! I've had so many different selections in the past, but I thought I'd give this one a try. I'll probably have it again at some point in the future, however, I will make a point to the wait person to make sure they put a good two slices on the sandwich instead of skimping. I'm giving this a 5 despite the bacon issue because Karvers is still one of our favorite local spots. Looking forward to our return in a week or two. read more

Met some friends for dinner and after a small wait we were seated ( expected that fit a Saturday evening). Were greeted warmly by our waitress and offered some appetizer recommendations along with the beer options. Ordered a steak and was cooked to my specifications although my friends had to be sent back as his was too raw for his tastes. Waitress apologized and graciously accommodated his request. Even offered a free desert to him for the inconvenience. Restaurant was packed and alittle noisy but again expected that. Nice bar area with plenty of restaurant seating and outside parking. read more

Great food and service! Nice atmosphere and staff is very attentive. The ambiance is great. read more

Karvers Grille - American Near Me - Holbrook, New York

Great local restaurant with a very expanded menu. Our waiter was one of the most professional I've met & the place is super cozy. The food is all around good, not gourmet or extra special but very good food at fair prices. read more

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Food is always excellent. From the appetizers to the dessert. Waiters and waitresses and management are always extremely friendly and very attentive. It's a casual place to meet friends and have some fun. read more