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    Lion's Den

    3.7 (41 reviews)
    ModerateBars, New American
    Closed 11:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)

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    What's the vibe?
    Live music
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids

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    Colleen M.

    Great local spot for a chill night. Came here on a Wednesday with a few friends for trivia night and had such a great time!! The ambiance is warm and welcoming and our host Andrew was friendly, attentive and super accommodating. The menu is very diverse and offers a wide variety of food options (fried pickles are bomb) Was looking for a place that did trivia in the area and reached out to about 10 restaurants on Instagram to inquire. Alyssa promptly answered on lions_den191 and was able to set us up with a reservation within minutes! Trivia questions were fun, engaging and great for all ages. The winner of trivia receives a gift card, which we will be using when we come back next week! They followed COVID protocols and have a GREAT vibe to the place.

    Drove by on Sunday and upset to see so many people out front NOT observing social distancing nor wearing masks and just getting their "drank on". Nice weather for an upcoming funeral or two. Curbside FOMO.

    Yes they delivered the beer! The wings were delish!
    Callie Y.

    Ordered delivery during this virus pandemic, we have to support the local restaurants! Overall the service was great the food was amazing!

    Chicken sandwich
    Jim D.

    Came here for lunch... 45 min and still no food with only 11 people in the place (three at the bar drinking) food came out looking like a hobo meal at a soup kitchen.. the bartender said it's a new chef but it's not hard to cook some fries and a what appears to be one frozen chicken patty and bread ....needless to say the presentation looked like it tasted.... bun was burnt the chicken had zero flavor and the chef forgot to add bacon as described... the bar tender and chef argued for a few minutes about who was right but at that point it was pointless to send the food back... poor quality all around absolutely would not go back

    Chicken nachos - can you see the rubbery cheese?
    Stephanie B.

    Came here for a snack and beer after an interview at about 2 PM on a Friday. The place was pretty deserted save for a few older gentleman at the bar who appeared to be regulars. My friend and I seated ourselves and were quickly greeted by the very friendly bartender / waitress. I ordered my beer and we settled on chicken nachos (you can choose chicken or beef) for our snack. My beer came out quickly and was frosty and fizzy. The nachos were, sadly, a huge disappointment. Stale store-bought chips with cold, rubbery cheese and mild jarred salsa. I think maybe the cheese-chips portion is microwaved to melt the cheese, then the salsa, sourcream, and guac are dumped on top. This would probably be a fun place to grab a beer and watch a game with friends, but I would probably stay away from the food in the future.

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    Samantha H.

    I live in the neighborhood and have been here a handful of times with my family. The past few times we came in it took a while to get our food, but I came in this weekend with my brother and the food came out very quick! They have a lot of great "pub" type of food, but it's made with care. They offered tacos, burgers, unique wraps, salads and appetizers. We split mozzarella sticks for an app. They were perfectly cooked and not too greasy, just the way we like them. I got the chicken pesto wrap with a salad instead of fries for my meal. I believe this is a new menu item and it was delish! The chicken was very flavorful and the cheese was fresh. There was a lot of cheese on the wrap though, so I ended up taking some off. My brother had the cheeseburger (which comes on an English muffin instead of a bun) and fries. We didn't have them this weekend, but they have really awesome sweet potato fries! Also happy hour from 3-7 and $2 PBR pints. Can't beat that!

    Rich M.

    So came here with my kids and was concerned because it looks like a typical corner bar. Very family friendly. The food was really good. We had chicken wings, cheesesteak, and turkey panini. No complaints from anyone and I got to teach my kids how to play QuickDraw lol. Awesome place.

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    Great atmosphere, great food, good people. Bartender was very friendly and made you feel at home.

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    Anything in the deep fryer is good, beer and service is great. Wraps and burgers are gross.

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    The Brixton

    4.3(440 reviews)
    1.0 mi
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    I have been here many times over the years and always enjoy their creative dish options and…read moreinteresting flavor combinations. The staff is great and there is a lovely bar area in the front. Nice outdoor space in the back during warmer weather. Excellent drinks and a causal yet elevated vibe.

    These are one of the tougher reviews to make. It is easy to be enveloped by the plethora of great…read morerestaurants in the competitive nature that is NYC, but when you venture all the way out here to Babylon, NY, you have to change that mindset a bit. The Brixton is a beautiful restaurant with very relaxed and casual vibes. The word around town is that their drinks are awesome. What about their food, though? They originally would not seat us in the middle of the afternoon because most of the empty tables were reserved. We had to request to sit outside, which was empty, before they decided to serve us. Odd that they did not even offer that to us. The General Tso' Cauliflower was the only great thing served to us. It is incredibly crispy and flavorful. You almost forgot that you were eating a piece of vegetable at times. The Short Rib Brisket Sesame burger was shocking. $18 for two White Castles-sized sliders. It was easily consumed, and I was left much to be desired. This is most definitely an appetizer item, not an entree. The Chicken Waffle was good. Nicely deep-fried and packs a lot of flavor. The waffle looked dubious. If I had to guess, it might not be mad fresh to order. Essentially, it's 3 drumsticks/wings over a possibly frozen Eggo waffle. I would recommend a second dish if you are looking to get full. The Steak frites and Eggs Benedict were the final dishes served. It is hard to mess these dishes up, but the ribeye was nicely seasoned and cut up. The dishes were nicely displayed. Overall, this is just an OK experience. When the deep-fried cauliflower appetizer is the most memorable dish here, it is quite alarming. Portion sizes are on the small end, and none of the flavors for the entrees really stuck out. Perhaps I will come here strictly for the drinks next time.

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    The bar at the brixton, Babylon

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    Short rib toast

    The Brixton - 6 years later and the place has never disapointed. It's the perfect spot to spend with close friends.

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    Post Office Cafe - Freshly made, fully enjoyed.

    Post Office Cafe

    3.9(571 reviews)
    1.3 mi
    $$
    Full bar
    Takes reservations

    Cute for lunch with good food! Came with my friend, we walked right in with no wait on a Saturday…read more I also had my son and they were very accommodating. I've only ever been here at night when out bar hoping in the area, so this was nice to come during the day and enjoy the restaurant itself!

    Post Office Cafe is a classic stop in Babylon Village that I often forget. We were in town trying…read moreto get 3 teens and myself to agree on a place to eat. Pizza? Nah - the boys just ate that. Chinese or Asian fusion? We just had that the other day. Diner? Nah. My daughter remembered Post Office Cafe and we went. It was very loud in the front and we almost walked out but figured we'd give it a try. They seated us way in the back (I had no idea this place was so huge!) where it was quieter. I ordered a chicken salad of some kind with avocado and salad. My son ordered the mac and cheese - it was the highlight of dinner! Absolutely delicious. His friend got the Thai calamari which was decent until he got to the bottom. It was soaked in seasoning and too sweet. My daughter got the buttered pasta - children's portion. I'll let the photo speak for itself. It was drenched in butter. On the bright side - service was great, most of the meals were excellent, waffle fries on point. I mentioned the pasta and showed our server the pool of butter. He took it off our bill without even asking. So ... 4 stars - 5 stars for local business service and just lost the one star for the less than stellar meal and app. Will probably be back!

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    Post Office Cafe - The building's architecture, with its well-maintained exterior and vintage signage, pays homage to its former life as a bustling post office

    The building's architecture, with its well-maintained exterior and vintage signage, pays homage to its former life as a bustling post office

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    The Villager - Pastrami sandwich

    The Villager

    4.0(243 reviews)
    1.0 mi
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    We have dined at the Villager over the years and noticed a decline in the quality of the food. Beer…read moreis good but to charge $17.00 for a salad containing lettuce, tiny pieces of cucumber, grape tomato halves, a few corn nibbles, avocado and crushed tortilla chips is a lot. If you want meat its another $5.00. I wouldnt mind but its boring and Ive had better. I actually ordered the vegetarian burger but for the second time they didn't have it. If its not a choice, remove it. The staff are always great, lots of beer choices, so get it together LFRG!

    Finally a date night with NO KIDS!!…read more As I've reviewed in the past, The Villager is a great place for parents who like good beer and good food but also have to bring their kids with them lol. However, if you can steal away for two hours, this is also a great date spot. The music was from my generation so I was confused why it was so loud? This was my first clue that I am officially old. But that is a me problem not them. We always order the wings (top 5 on the entire island) and the Gouda fries are unparalleled! My husband ordered the gyro. Bold move ordering a cultural dish from non Greeks. He said it was really good! I like that it came on a round instead of a pocket. It gave a quesadillas feel. His only suggestion was to put the siracha on the side since that's not a traditional gyro ingredient. On another bold move, I ordered the Ramen and added braised short ribs. Wow!! I don't know who they have cooking in the back making these authentic meals but this was some of the best Ramen I've ever had. The flavors were so good and the eggs was cooked to perfection (not too runny but not over cooked). Our waitress was very nice as well. It was busy but I never felt like we had to wait long for her attention. 10/10 as always! Reliable top quality with an ever changing beer menu.

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    The Villager - Wide selection of Beers

    Wide selection of Beers

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    The Argyle - Short rib

    The Argyle

    3.4(343 reviews)
    1.1 mi
    $$

    We were looking for a place to eat before going to a concert and decided on The Argyle. I think…read morethis was my second time here because I remembered the watermelon martini so I ordered that again. I loved it! I remember it being in a larger glass years ago but oh well, I ended up ordering 2! Our waiter was extremely nice and personable. The restaurant itself was nice as well but unbelievably loud! Loud music and loud talking because people couldn't hear each other over the music. I started with a mango jicama salad from the specials menu, it was delicious, I definitely recommend it and I hope they still have it if I ever get back that way. I also ordered another appetizer for my dinner, mediterranean flatbread. It was mid. The toppings were good but the bread didn't seem fresh. Not a deterrent for a future visit though. I'll hopefully be back, there are so many interesting things on the menu and i definitely have to try some of the other drinks.

    First visit to The Argyle since new management . I noticed a difference immediately . The service…read morewas top notch. Managers were around making sure everyone was pleased without being obtrusive. The food quality was elevated as well. The burger is legit. No gristle in the beef, fresh buns, crisp bacon and the right amount of cheese, not too much , not to light. Truffle fries were very good , could have used a bit more truffle. The skirt steak was pretty good. Little chewy but had a good charred flavor. Would return , especially for the burger.

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    The Argyle
    The Argyle
    The Argyle - Watermelon martini! Small but delish.

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    Watermelon martini! Small but delish.

    The Local - Good as gold wrap

    The Local

    3.9(217 reviews)
    1.0 mi
    $$

    We went for lunch. They have a 2 course special, appetizer and main fo $19.99. You can add a draft…read morebeer or glass of wine for $5 more. There was a small lunch crowd, about 4 tables total. Service was nice. Food was hot and tasty. Skip the Cuban stuffed pretzels. It was just one pretzel stick cut lengthwise with some cheese sauce down the middle with minced pieces of pickle and ham sprinkled on top. Street parking, one hour free if you can grab one of those spots. Plenty of flavored draft beers and TV screens throughout. All the tables and chairs are high, so if you're short you may need to hop up.

    Grabbed a quick bite with my teenager. We were so full from the appetizers and had to wrap up the…read moremain sandwiches lol. This place is always a hit for us. A little tricky with the parking but there's an app where you can pay your numbered spot. The server helped us out which was a huge plus! The portions are huge here (hence the take out). My son loved the skillet Mac n cheese and the buffalo chicken egg rolls were so filling. For dinner I had the black bean burger and was quite pleased. It was topped with avocado, red onion, tomato, sauce and the patty was homemade and full of flavor. Special shout out to the truffle fries yum yum yum! My son enjoyed the steak sandwich for dinner no complaints!

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    Beer list

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    Buffalo Chicken Egg Roll

    The Local - Smashville Chicken Sandwich Drunken Burrata Flatbread Sliced Steak Sandwich Fried Chicken Sandwich Local Specialty

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