The place is a bar with restaurant seating in a side room essentially. Bar was packed and the dining room is small and was not busy at all. The service was extremely slow, and food took over 30 min just for it to be lukewarm/cold. I will say their lobster bisque is good. The waitress never came to ask how everything was and she was constantly going to her phone and the workers were huddled all talking to each other(probably why everything took so long). She couldn't even bother to get us water, someone else had to after 1.5 hours. So underwhelming and over priced for what it was. read more

Delicious food and drink, just what I was looking for today. Sauerbraten that was cooked perfectly, chicken barley soup, and a fantastic Reuben on rye. Shout out to our waitress Phoebe, outstanding Long Island Ice Tea, could have been in a bigger glass, but great. The pumpkin ale with cinnamon rim excellent Gastropub vibe with separate dining room with booths, could be updated, but inviting. I like it here and would definitely recommend. read more

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Just went to MacArthur Park for St. Patrick's day dinner. DO NOT DO IT! I waited 2 1/2 hours for chicken fingers. The place was packed. I had a 6:30 reservation and arrived at 6:20. My drink order was taken at 6:40. Drinks arrived at 7:00. That's when the order was taken. At 8:15 I went to the bar to buy drinks myself bc server was no where to be seen. Food arrived at 8:30. It was chicken fingers, soup, steak tidbits. This restaurant is not known for great food or service but this ridiculous. Do not advertise something you can not deliver. They offer a St Patrick's Day dinner and music. They pack people in and offer a limited menu and still can not handle the reservations they take. I spoke to my server Elizabeth and the manager Nick, nobody really seemed to care. Both said it is like this every year. MacArthur Park is absolutely fine with subpar service packing the restaurant to full capacity. They are getting their money. I'm Telling you Do Not Go There! The Food Is Average and So is the service On an average night the restaurant is a 3/10 on a day like St Patrick's day it -3/10. read more

My friend and I stopped by for the bar experience in Rockville Center, Long Island. I loved how friendly and relaxing the bar experience was here. I can see why pretty much all the locals stopped by for a drink, bite or watching the game before heading home. The bartender was amazing. He gave us his undivided attention when we were ready to place our users. That can be difficult for a bartender. We appreciate this level of attention. Oh yeah, so we sat at the bar and had a few dogfish beer. The best golden ales is the best way to go. My friend and I ordered the typical chicken fingers and loads of French fries. It's the best bar food to go with beer. Totally appreciated the great services and pleasant atmosphere. I would definitely stop by again if Rockville Center was my neighborhood. read more

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Great local watering hole, cool old world vibe, warm wood bar. Professional bartenders that know to pour a beer propery, and keep your glass full. Good food, pub style with large portions. Live music on some nights, we'll be back. read more

Eggs Benedict was cold. Come on put some effort into this simple dish. No good brunch.

A solid albeit unimpressive neighborhood spot. Their burgers are surprisingly good. Beer selection is decent especially with seasonal stuff which I always appreciate. It's never too crowded, which I'm sure isn't great for them, but I can always rely on being able to get a table. I haven't ordered take-away from them yet, but they're always on my list for that. Prices are good, service is usually solid. I know they have a few spacious party rooms, and would love to find an occasion to use one. They have GREAT pretzel nuggets, surprisingly. read more

Definitely one those neighborhood spots that the locals know about and love. Food is always consistent. Live music on some weekends. It's split into to three sections - the bar, the main dining room and the party room (you can reserve this area for special events - we've been to bday, graduation and other events). It's a great gathering place with good food. If you're looking for white linen and fancy silverware - go somewhere else - if you're looking for a nice family friendly atmosphere with good food, you got the right place. We had the turkey burger, chipotle burger, the Wisconsin and a side of wings - all to go this time and the burgers were all great! Portions are always plentiful and everything is always tasty! read more

Just left after eating lunch here. Hubby had the Hangover burger and I had the skirt steak. Also started with lobster bisque that was delicious. The waitress was fantastic and sweet and the food was amazing. It was very clean and well kept and the booths were comfy. read more

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Visit Date: January 4, 2020 I came in here for my dad's sanitation retirement party so my experience is party room only. I don't drink anymore and even if I did I was driving anyway so I wouldn't have had anything. The bartender in the party room was nice, gave my son the cherries and soda that he wants at parties. They were super accommodating about me being gluten free, I always appreciate that. I forgot to mention it when I gave my money for the party so I asked the waitress what I could eat from the buffet and she checked with the kitchen and offered me a plate of grilled chicken with veggies or a plate of steak. I asked if I could do steak and veggies and she was okay with that so they bought me my own plate of steak and veggies. They gave me a lot of steak and it was soft and melty in my mouth and I loved it. They also bought out chicken nuggets for my son and my nehew, of course the two kids barely touched the food but my hubs had some and seemed to like it. The coffee wasn't all that great, but the woman cutting the cake for the retirement party was really awesome and insisted we take a family photo with my father by the cake before she cut it. Overall the staff seemed really nice and a nice staff goes far for me as far as my reviews. They do have a restaurant area besides a bar so I would consider coming back here to eat. Sometimes I'm a little hesitant to eat in bars depending on the situation. Shortly after I was married or shortly before I was married I put myself in an awkward situation by eating at a bar for lunch and worrying about the men hanging at the bar in the afternoon, especially because besides the bartender I was the only woman who was in the bar. So yea after that I try to carefully consider that the bar has a separate restaurant area that makes eating there less awkward. I liked it here and would come back again. read more

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Great place! Food is always flavorful, cooked well, great menu choices.Family friendly, friday nights there's live music in the bar area. The owner Tom is must treat his employees very well, they are all pleasant to deal with! read more

So good! Loved the bread and didn't even need to dip, great by itself! Comes with yummy steak fries read more

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Count your change. They bring your change on there credit price even if you pay with cash . Cash price is on bill but not honored and they round out the coin in their favor. That happened last 3 times there. Waiter said that is how their machine does it. Besides the fly in our water picher the food was good baked potato was cold And service very slow. read more

Went here for a private party, it was really beautiful inside. The staff were beyond excellent. I had the NY strip steak, cooked perfectly. I will definitely be returning. read more

Best corned beef on Earth! Cozy restaurant with a front room separate bar. Great waitstaff.

Excellent food. Great ambience and friendly and efficient staff. Our waitress was outstanding. The menu was quite varied.This restaurant is a keeper. read more

Great American Bar! Real Americans as patrons, as staff and the owner too. Hard to find a place like this in New York right now. Cherish it. Bartender on Saturdays makes killer dirty martini's. read more

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Great neighborhood bar and restaurant. It has been there for a long time and there is a reason why. Food is solid and always consistent. The steak salad is delicious, burgers are also great as are many other menu items. I especially enjoy the nachos and pretzel bites when I'm at the bar. If you're looking for fancy, white glove service, this isn't your place, but if you want a comfortable place with good food and a chill vibe, try it! read more

I haven't been here since Covid and I miss the burgers best in town My daughter likes the onion soup with heavy dose of cheese Never a bad meal read more

Cozy local bar/restaurant. Comfort food at comfortable spot. Last time I had the chicken pesto panini and loved it. Enjoyed my meal equally this time. Just wished I had the diciplinet to take a picture of the dessert before finishing it all hehe. Cookies and cream tartufo tho... you get it, wasn't really an option. Have come many times just for drinks. Been here for a few bridal/baby showers. Just started going for dinner. Don't have to get fancy, just enjoy good food/drinks w friends. Guiness on tap always good. There's a ton of places to go in rvc. Go to MacArthur Park when you aren't looking to dress to the 9s and overpay for a fancy dish. The bar tends to have a slightly older crowd, but the restaurant ranges from high school kids, couples, families, seniors. Really a hodgepodge of folks that come for a good time, w good food and will not be rushed like other places in town. Other perk is you will find parking. Maybe not in the limited lot next door, but closer than other parts of town. read more

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A super cozy bar and grill in Rockville Centre. Icy cold pint glasses for tap beer, good traditional pub eats, lotto and plenty of tvs for all sporting events this is a comfortable spot to camp out for an afternoon. Friendly bar staff and regulars, tasty burgers read more

We have been there many times and love it. I'm a creature of habit and always order the same thing, the Sauerbraten with fried potato pancakes and red cabbage. U get a hefty potion. Actually, I've never finished a meal b/c the food is so plentiful. There is always enough for another meal. It is delicious! My husband and son are always trying new items and they love whatever they are eating. The wait staff is efficent and friendly. The only problem is sitting next to unruly kids and parents who pay no attention to them. The kids were running around the restaurant and annoying the other patrons. Take them to McDonald's until they r old enough to sit at a table. All in all a great place for a casual meal. read more

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I would give this place ZERO stars if I could. My husband and I called to do a a pickup order tonight 2-21 and the service was abysmal. My husband called the order in at 6:01 PM and we didn't get the food until 658. They told us it would be a half hour for the food. We will never ever order go to this restaurant again. Awful service. I would like the manager to fix this. read more

I like this bar. This is a good bar. very good bar and I really really really like it. They have great wings and I really really like them.

Alas, nothing lasts forever. Been enjoying this place for thirty-plus years. It was great. It changed. Tonight will be our last visit. Salty bar food. Nothing else will describe it. Salty bar food. Greasy bar food. We're done here. read more

Great place!!! Has a huge bar and dining area. Very sweet staff. But food is amazing. So fresh and yummy. Not overwhelming. Really good!! Place also has live music events and different happy hours based on the day. Def worth trying out!!! Couldn't wait to take a pic of my food read more

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Meh not impressed. Food not even mediocre. Unfriendly staff. Trying to enjoy a nice dinner out and some drunk older guy at the bar causing an absurd scene at bar. Won't be going back. My 12 year old daughter makes better burgers. Bartender extremely rude too . read more

The whole family received gift cards to MacArthur Park. We were going to all go there Saturday night but it seems as though we cannot all sit at the same table and use our gift cards. The people that gave us the gift card thought it would be nice for us all to go out to dinner together. Mental note...DO NOT buy Gift Cards to MacArthur Park. read more

Frozen food throughout and everything is brought in prepared. My mashed potatoes were still frozen at the center of the "pile".

Couldn't have had a WORSE experience I'm just sorry I didn't post this sooner. My son passed suddenly and we decided to do the between services at a local establishment who I thought would do the right thing. Well that was the biggest mistake ever! Tommy didn't have a designated area for my family and friends or even set us up together... came to find out several of my party had their own tabs but he charged me anyway! Said anyone in a suit must be part of my family and being that it was 5pm on a weekday and people were coming off the train. Again poor organization and he then threatened my husband to pay the SIX THOUSAND DOLLARS HE DEMANDED or he would call the cops. He should be ashamed of himself for trying to extort money from a grieving mother and served us chicken fingers and tidbits. I am embarrassed for him and will NEVER enter his place again. I try and always support local businesses and he lost my support. Again he should be ASHAMED! read more

Food and drinks are good. Staff is terrible. Our waitress Dani was slow, rude and forgetful. We overheard the staff talking about us at the service station when we were sitting right next to it. They were being so obnoxious I couldn't wait to leave. It took 20 minutes to get the check when we were the only ones in the dining room. Very poor attention to detail. Definitely take the 3 extra minutes to walk to a different place for a more enjoyable experience. read more

This establishment has lost a great deal of its lustre over the last year or so. I'm not sure if they have new owners, but something has changed, and not for the better. Prices have jumped, selection has seemingly shrunk, and you even need to ask for bread with dinner. The place was empty on a Wednesday evening for dinner, which I've not seen in my twenty years of eating here. Its very sad. We've been coming here for over twenty years, so we did like it a lot, whether it was meeting old friends for lunch, or holding a 30 person party for my wife's 50th birthday. But alas, all good things must seemingly come to an end. There are plenty of places to eat in RVC, so why not go elsewhere. read more

Cold barren atmosphere in the dining room...We should have known better just feeling the blahness of the place. Waitress super nice is the only plus. I asked if iced tea was made in house , she said yes BUT i had to return it, it was made from powder--i guess i have to now ask, is your iced tea made from real tea leaves which sounds a tad pretentious to me but...i guess i have to sound that way. I had the steak tidbits which is their specialty BUT it lacked any flavor--i needed the protein so I ate it. The onion rings it came with were burnt through and through -they were crispy grease coated empty rings --The chef and waitress should be ashamed to serve onion rings that way. read more

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Really nice place to go to! The only reason I gave it 4/5 and not 5 is because sometimes their brunch buffet is not too hot and the drinks are watered down (at brunch). Besides that, I always have great service here especially when we have Lindsay! She is so cute, personable and a wonderful server. I like the steak tidbits, always cooked how you order it! We usually go for brunch, it is an amazing deal. Any entree on the brunch menu comes with a mimosa, screwdriver or bloody mary, and to add unlimited drinks is only $6. There is also a buffet with bacon, sausage, salads, and penne alla vodka which is so good especially since it doesn't specialize in Italian food! :) They used to have scrambled eggs but last time they didn't have it so I'm not sure if they stopped doing it. They also have various specials during the week. Definitely worth a trip there! read more

So happy I can finally review this place! I have been to MacArthur Park numerous times and it was always for a party, never for a "dining experience." This past weekend I was treated to dinner by my best friends family, and it locked in how great this place is. I always had a great time at the parties. Great staff and the food buffet was exactly what everyone was looking for. Fries, chicken fingers, lemon chicken...bread. The food always passed the easy, yum test. The back room was perfect for the crowd we had. Plenty of space AND they are super cool with the decorating. My friend and I came early to basically wrap the place in balloons and streamers for the party. No worries...that back party room is yours for the evening. Anywhoooo...I FINALLY got to sample a meal after a super adorable dance recital. I was starving and practically jumping up and down (on my bum) in my seat when I got hold of the bread basket. Pumpernickel raisin bread? Super yummy flatbreads? You had me at hello!? The bread-basket was a slice of heaven. We didn't waste time with apps it was all about a quick burger. I copied my BF on the turkey burger. She opted for the mixed fries, and BATTERED (my fav) onion rings. I was copy-catting it away and ordered the mozz. on the turkey burger. What a great choice! This turkey burger was unlike any other I have ever consumed. It was freaking awesome. This is nothing out of the freezer or a box. It is freshie-freshie. To top it all off, it is served on an English muffin. It is weird how the bread can change the whole taste of the burger. I was so impressed and I am stealing this idea for future BBQ's. I really enjoyed my time at MacArthur Park. It is a great family restaurant. read more

I hadn't been here in years and decided to meet a few friends for Sunday night cocktails. Two young twenty something guys with chips on their shoulders were sitting outside on the bench. Oy Vey... I was thinking, this place is not what it used to be. Once inside I was pleasantly surprised that the crowd was mellow and decent. My friends and I had a few very well made martini's and some bar noshes ( chicken fingers and fries) Drinks and food were on point. Mixed crowd for a Sunday night. A few young rapscallions feeling their oats.. were laughable. Glad to see that this place has not changed much and still is a nice chill spot for food and drinks. read more

MacArthur Park is a wonderful restaurant located in MacArthur Park bar when you walk in you walk into the bar section if you go to the left it will then walk into the dining room obviously it was a full selection of beers wines Etc the big surprise is the food anything you order comes relatively quickly and in portions that are very very large if you get a shepherd's pie you will be eating it for 3 to 4 days and it just gets better each day. Many times people just eat a little and take food home and end up throwing it out not with MacArthur Park is steak tips are very good the appetizers and we have had have also been quite delicious although it's a very casual place the food seems that it would be in more of an upscale dining room so you can dress and sleep comfortably and still have that wonderful gourmet meal that you crave definitely worth the five stars read more

This was the most "un-Rockville Center" bar of Rockville Center bars on Thanksgiving Eve. They had a great live band, three bars spread out through the restaurant, but not enough bathrooms. I kind of got puked on a little bit by this kid who was vomiting something pink. Totally absurd. I'm too old to get puked on by children who can't hold their liquor. I saw a lot of my old friends here, they did a good job with the crowd, everyone (everyone) seemed to be having a good time here, which is certainly not the case with most other RVC bars on Thanksgiving Eve. My only gripe is the one tiny bathroom in the whole place, but c'est la vie. I'll definitely come back here next year if they have live music again. read more

Very generous brunch. After you make your way through the buffet you most likey will barely have room for anything else. Overall the food was good. Tough to find a good brunch spot on Long Island so we will deffinitely be back. read more

I booked a baby shower ( 25 guests) for my daughter on Dec 3rd, 2017. I had heard that this establishment was very good. The managers I talked to on the phone, Dana, Todd, and Tom were very accommodating and responsive to my needs. The food choices were splendid and I figured the food and room would be more than fine. So everything should have been GREAT, right? A big NO to that premise! The food was very good, the room just the right size, everything looked great, HOWEVER, this restaurant which has been in business for almost 50 years gave me a totally untrained, inexperienced server who had no clue about serving and hospitality! She was, I found out 19, but looked about 14 and I know my 12 year old granddaughter could have done a better job! This "server" neither introduced herself , smiled or offered her help in any way. Her prevailing expression was one of disinterest and distain and seemingly looking lost or like she would like to disappear. She DID NOT GREET GUESTS OR MAKE THEM WELCOME! She ignored requests for drinks or cleaning off the tables,she had to be asked at least 3 times to bring fresh coffee to the tables because the other coffee had gotten cold, I myself asked her at least five times about menus for the teenagers and kids in the party ( I had arranged and paid for 4 children's meals ) , I overheard people complaining about her lack of attention to their requests, well I could go on but I think you got the idea . Now she WAS NOT RUDE BUT HER DISINTEREST IN DOING HER JOB WAS EXTREMELY NOTICEABLE! To top it off , I found out the next day that she NEVER GAVE the children's menu to two of my guests which meant they ate nothing although I did pay for their meals! I called the next day to complain and spoke to an associate of Dana. This person did apologize and offered the excuse that she was new and inexperienced. NOT MY PROBLEM! When u arrange a luncheon you expect that the person serving you KNOWS WHAT THEY ARE DOING! Not the case here. Now I'm not going to say the baby shower was RUINED BUT IT DEFINITELY WAS NOT THE SUCCESS I HAD ENVISIONED! I called also on the following day when I found out she never even gave menus to two of my guests, and I was blown off. Todd or Tom was to call me the next day! Guess what, neither one called. I'm really disappointed in this place because I feel they didn't address my complaints seriously. So IF you book a party beware ! read more