Novi

Quaint, off the beaten path vibe. This is a place of intention! Simply getting there means, you're…read morethere with a purpose in mind because directions ain't for the weary. Thank God for GPS! Food is solid Jamaican fare. Oxtails are meaty and tender. With traditional rice and Peas, which could've used a likkle more love, as the rice was overcooked and not many peas. With gravy, almost mush but seasoned good tho. Appreciated the Steamed carrots. Needed more. Also, only came with 1 small broccoli stem. Plate was majority rice. Jerk Chicken is heavily browned, seasoned well but baked not grilled. If it is grilled, its a gas grill & no Pimento leaves, while also being buried in tons of sauce. Carrot cake was delicious. Light and not overly sweet. Golden raisins give a nice touch! Frosting is decadent but not cloying. Honestly, would give a 3.8 vs solid 4 but Service was exceptional and efficient. Overall, would definitely revisit. More for an intimate dining experience vs. large group.

Second time here Took the LIRR this time and the travel and…read morewalk from the train was easy! Went at the right time before the dinner rush so it wasn't crowded. There's bar seating, high tables and reg seating. Will say chairs are a bit small maybe so you don't overstay lol. Our food took a while which means they were cooking it. Oxtails soft and nice. Salmon nicely seasoned. A drizzle of Pepper sauce kicked it up a notch. Nice spot for date night; girls day, families

Cute little bar area

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Mesita

4.0(1.2k reviews)

2.0 mi

•$$$

Solid high-end Mexican restaurant that's perfect for a date night. Food is very good, you really…read morecan't go wrong with any of the options (fajitas are a favorite, as well as the chicken mole enchiladas). If you save room for dessert, you HAVE to try the banana pudding. Drinks are tasty and the cocktail menu is pretty extensive, but the pours are on the smaller side. As far as service goes, everyone here was wonderful but a little slow... our dinner for 2 took us almost 2 hours... lastly, remember it IS a high end Mexican restaurant, both in quality and price. I don't think I've ever seen a restaurant charge $20 for table side guacamole... For special occasions, it's a good spot.

Thank you for acknowledging my concerns and personally calling me about my review, not cool but…read moreglad you address it. Nice restaurant for food and drinks great decor and atmosphere. Will try to visit again. Thanks

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Monterey Chicken

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Pineapple coconut margarita

The New Vibe Lounge

3.0(2 reviews)

We stopped in for drinks only (5 of us) - FYI - there are a ton of stairs from the entrance to the…read morelounge - it wasn't an issue for me, but something to consider - from the time you take your 1st step in - this place is decorated beautifully- colors/led lights everywhere - once we walked onto the lounge floor - JodiAnn walked over to us, introduced her self - explained the menu, advised us of all the recent renovations - and just really made us feel welcomed. We ordered our drinks which if I'm being honest were just ok and ran us about $105 (we sat at the bar) the folks next to us were eating jerk wings - they said they were so good they ordered another platter - so I def will be back to try the food on one of their live music nights. It was a about 8:30 on Friday and in addition to our group I think there were maybe 8 other folks at the bar - so it was pretty slow Honestly JodiAnn is what made this 3 star rating change to 4 - she was amazing - great customer service

Just stopped here with my husband on a Saturday night around 11pm after having dinner someplace…read moreelse a couple blocks away. When we pulled up and parked right out front, I waited in the car for about 10mins while my husband stood outside of my door and smoked. My husband noticed during that time that several people had walked in and then walked right back out. I was looking forward to listening to some R&B music, so we finally headed inside but was stopped at the door by the bouncer who said there was a cover charge of $20 for men and $10 for women. I said, "For a neighborhood bar? It's not even 12 yet..." To be honest, it felt a bit sketchy because it seemed like the bouncer was uncomfortable even telling us that there was a cover charge - and a pretty high one (for LI) at that. Now we understood why so many people walked in and then left seconds later. It's too bad though because it sounded like the music would've been just what we wanted, and this was our first night out without our kids in forever so we were prepared to stay out late and drink all night. I just don't like feeling like I'm being taken advantage of. We simply walked down the block to Dunn's River and paid a $5 cover (which is more realistic for this area) - and the music and vibe were totally worth it. I guess The New Vibe didn't want our business....or the 6 others that went in and walked right back out before us.

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Lemon Drop Martini

Kasey's Kitchen & Cocktails

3.3(267 reviews)

I've been here before but never to eat! I decided to go out to the roof top bar which was a really…read morecool vibe. The music was good! We ordered mozzarella sticks and boneless honey barbecue wings to start. The wings deff lacked a bit of the bbq flavor, wings were average, but good to start with. They come with bleu cheese. The mozzarella sticks were good! They are not the thickies but the skinny ones. The lobster roll was about $35 for the market price. The bread was good, I was a little thrown off by the lettuce and that it was cold. The fries were hand made which was nice. The chicken tacos were good! Very filling and a good portion of chicken! The service was good!

Came here for the Mother's Day buffet which, when googled, brought you directly to Eventbrite to…read morepurchase a buffet ticket for $22 which was an amazing price. Very nice array of food. Carving station was great. Children's selection also very good. French toast bites, eggs, chicken fingers Mac and cheese. Fried calamari was cold. Baked clams were gross. Totally chopped up , couldn't taste a clam at all and had some kind of stringy cheese in it. Disappointing desert selection. Service was kind of non existent. We had to ask for water and glasses!! I think they must be better for their rooftop events. It was also pretty empty which to me was a sign.

They gave us the choice of blue napkins, perfect for our theme!!

Kasey 's Sampler

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Big buffet room

Viaggio Italian Chop House

4.1(519 reviews)

1.7 mi

Not for me. Food was mediocre…read more Service was pleasant and the ambiance was ok. But the food is the reason you go out to eat. So it's a no for me.

We went for thanksgiving dinner. Everyone's food was great. The appetizers came out quickly which…read moremade the kids happy. The thick cut bacon was delicious and had a beautiful presentation. I had the chicken parm. It was nice and crispy served with a ball of fresh mozzarella on top. I ate a ton and we still had leftovers. The staff and owner were warm and welcoming. They figured out a great classy/cozy ratio. We'll definitely be back.

Upstairs sitting

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Pomegranate martini

MacArthur Park Restaurant

3.5(68 reviews)

Delicious food and drink, just what I was looking for today. Sauerbraten that was cooked perfectly,…read morechicken 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.

The place is a bar with restaurant seating in a side room essentially. Bar was packed and the…read moredining 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.

Reuben and onion rings

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Cabernet

Lenox and Park Italian Bistro

4.3(118 reviews)

Let me say what a great vibe & ambiance this place has. As…read moresoon as we walked through the door we were welcomed in by the owner. The drinks came out quickly and were absolutely delicious ! The wait staff was extremely attentive and professional. The food was beyond fantastic...WOW !!!! Compliments to the chef as well as the entire staff for an amazing evening out. GREAT EXPERIENCE, GREAT FOOD, GREAT TIME !!!! We will be back for sure as well as will tell our friends & family to go !!!

The service is seamless complimented by an excellent wine list. In the evening a stunning light…read morefixture provides a beautiful backdrop for the dining experience. With the owner greeting guests with a warm smile the visit is an enjoyable dining experience. Clams, short rib, sole and Chicken, each over pasta, were enjoyed by all.

Fried Burrata

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Dec 22 - Short rib w/ mashed potatoes & crispy onions. 4/5- very saucy - ask for sauce on side.

Best Western Mill River Manor

2.8(75 reviews)

2.0 mi

(3.25 stars) We stayed here for three nights and found it to…read morebe a somewhat mixed bag. If nothing else, Best Western Mill River Manor is convenient. It's located right across from a train station, and there are a lot of restaurants, stores, etc. in walking distance. Staff were also nothing but kind and courteous. Though renovated in recent years, this is an older motel (all rooms accessible only from outside), which makes the nightly rate seem like a reach. However, factor in free breakfast, free parking, and the aforementioned location, and it becomes more palatable. Our room was clean, and, thankfully, everything worked as intended. Between random sirens and people walking around outside all the time, it wasn't exactly a quiet stay, but that was to be expected. Be forewarned that the beds here run firm, which may make sleeping difficult if you're used to a softer mattress. Overall, Best Western Mill River Manor served our needs. It's unlikely to impress you, but if you're simply looking for a place to lay your head that isn't incredibly sketchy, it will fit the bill.

Pool is under renovation for the whole season... which was the whole reason this spot was booked so…read moremy siblings and I can enjoy swimming together. After checking in, I was surprised hearing this from staff because the Best Western site we booked from had pics of the pool & even reads "full-service amenities including an outdoor swimming pool, fitness center and guest laundry." But of course, as you scroll below through the entire site.. it says on the bottom .. "We apologize for any inconvenience and want to make you aware we are awaiting some repairs to our pool and are unsure what date it will be open this year." I hate that my family and I were thrown off by the pool photos and site description, but at least this statement was all the way down below. For the price, it definitely feels like my check-in experience wasn't fully worth it. Thankfully there were no other major issues with my stay. Check-in staff was friendly and efficient. The housekeeping staff did well in cleaning my room daily. Breakfast offered was warm and freshly delicious, and was a delightful way to start a busy day. Parking is free and was convenient enough to always find a spot. Lots of ways to go upstairs to get to my room quickly. AC worked perfectly, water temp was great (just low water pressure), and wifi was easy to connect to. Couple other minor issues: On the last day, one of the 2 beds made us all feel itchy unfortunately and hopefully they weren't bed bugs. When I closed the bathroom door my first night, for some reason it locked from the outside and so we couldnt use the restroom. Thankfully front desk was quick to answer despite it being late and a security staff came very quick to open it for us!! I think a 3-star stay perfectly described my experience as it could have been better and it could have been worse.

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Double

Holiday Inn Express Lynbrook - Rockville Centre

2.4(30 reviews)

2.5 mi

Stayed here a few times now as I had to be in Rockville Centre and Hewlett at break of dawn for…read morework. The location is quite convenient and easy to find as it is on a corner of a major highway/intersection. Initial impressions this is your standard looking HIE although parking seems a touch sparse for the size of the hotel. I have never had to park elsewhere but it has been close to capacity every time. Check in/out was a breeze. The room was nice and clean (and comfy). Two outlets free just above the work desk (could use more but 2 at least is good). Wifi was good but at times inconsistent. In my speed tests the average was about 4mbps down and just under .5mbps up speed. There was times that the bottom dropped out but not for any length of time that prohibited me from connecting to client locations to do work. There is plenty of stuff (food options, big Key Foods grocery store across the street) within a really short driving distance.... walking ? not so much (but the LIRR is probably only a 10 min walk) Amenities: microwave, fridge, TV (a little older), hair dryer Complaints? the TV remote was so worn you could not read the numbers, and the battery cover was falling off (very minor issue), the water pressure was not great - even on the super soak full blown shower setting (although temp was consistent and nice n' hot) Breakfast was pretty nice. They had pre prepped omelet things that made it easy to make a fast food style breakfast sandwich. There was bacon, sausage patties (a bit bland), cereal, a pancake maker (was on the fritz), and a fridge with yogurt. So grabbing a good ole chobani on the go was a plus imo. The coffee was also surprisingly decent. This was nearly perfect for the overnight business trip. I would stay here again no problem. Work picked up the tab - $152 for the night.

Not sure this is Holiday inn anymore…read more Anyway, I was there a week. They never cleaned even though I called up after the first night to tell them I had spilled some coffee on carpet and some on the side of the bed sheet. They said they had no house cleaning at that time but I figured they'd send someone the next day. Nope. Went down and pinged then on that a couple of days later. Nothing. From what I hear, cleaning is now done much more infrequently everywhere but christ! The inclusive breakfast was lame. I can't believe I spent over $200/night for this.