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The Davenport Press

4.0 (172 reviews)
ModerateSeafood, Italian
Closed 11:30 am - 10:30 pm

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Classy
Moderate noise
Good for groups
Good for kids

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Ahi Tuna Au Poivre medium rare
Kat N.

I have been coming here for dinner with friends for some time and i decided to hold our post-memorial service dinner here. They worked with me on the phone at this difficult time and made the experience as simple as possible, from which room to book to which menu was appropriate. I also love that they never rush us through dinner here. The artichoke appetizer is one of my favorites, and the tuna is always fresh and tasty. The portions are generous. It has a family feel that is missing in so many places today. The place has so much character as well that the young ones enjoyed exploring and checking out the memorabilia. Don't miss the old vending machine in the women's restroom.

Crab & Cashew Crusted Bronzino
Chris A.

Came back two years later and still find it to be an awesome place to dine with friends. The tables they offer have a lot of comfort. The service is impeccable and it's easy to communicate with each other since there is no blasting music. There are menus given to you at the table and also boards filled with specials and offerings.

We went back yesterday for early dinner. We were seated near the fireplace. The room is inviting and cozy. The food was excellent. We enjoyed everything and will definitely go again.

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Winny L.

Came here with friends for a birthday celebration dinner. Nice and spacious with ample parking in the restaurant parking lot in the back. Love the decor inside and very spacious. Staff and service were good. Menu options plentiful along with specials of the day (written on the white board which they will bring closer to the table or read to you). They have a wine menu and specialty cocktails too. Complimentary bread and bruschetta to start with while you wait for your food. Appetizers: We ordered the crispy calamari and grilled octopus to share. Both were good. Entrees included: Ahi tuna au poivre, bacon wrapped shrimp (was ok), prime rib (was ok), chicken francaise, pork osso. Make sure to save room for dessert... or better yet, check the dessert out before you eat your entrees. Plenty of options with some homemade desserts as well - napoleon and chocolate mousse. Cappucino for some, tea for others. If you eat here frequently or plan to, sign up for their rewards program. Just for signing up you get 200 points ($10 discount to use). Can use it or save it up for a bigger dinner party. Will be back again for dinner again soon when in the area.

Dennis B.

I go here each Christmas Eve. Beautiful atmosphere and nice staff. I must say I was a bit disappointed in the service this year. Our waiter was not as attentive as in the past.

Welcome to Davenport Press.
Joel H.

The Davenport Press is one of those very old restaurants where you know everyone, and everyone knows your name. it's been a Mineola staple for a very long time. The Davenport Building was originally built in 1896 as the Nassau County Trust. In 1924 it became the Davenport Press and remained a printing press until 1978 when its' present owners converted it to a restaurant. I am glad they did. Lots of memorable decorates this shop and the wall hangings are fun look at and to read. They have a great room with a good size bar and plenty of tables. This is a popular spot to come and hang with friends after work. The restaurant has plenty of space with their main room and multiple private rooms. We hold our monthly Kiwanis meeting here in the downstairs private room. This room could easily handle 50 people and we usually have around 25. The servers here are delightful and know many people as there are so many regulars here. For our private event we usually have 3-4 dishes including Chicken Francaise, Broiled Salmon, and London broil. We start with some salad and work our way through dinner with some coffee or tea and desert. Our servers are always delightful and has been taking care of our group since we started coming here. They team here is always very attentive to your needs. The food has always been fresh, hot, tasty and plentiful. They have a small parking lot and additional parking behind the building. Since the building of the LIRR third track you must enter from old country Road. You can no longer come down (South) Mineola Blvd and just go over he tracks.

Aged NY Strip

It was a fun Christmas Eve dinner place. Felt like waiters could've been a bit more present, but it was a busy night. Feels very old school. The steak was good, but not so good that it would justify the price tag. The cheesecake was exactly what I had hoped for though, and really brought things together. Overall, a positive experience.

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I've always passed by Cafe Baci and my little brother has been hyping it up, so I went with our…read morefamily and visitors. The parking situation was not too bad on early evening during the weekday, but I could totally see it get out of hand on the weekends, so plan accordingly. We were sat right away and the lovely server dropped a basket of bread while we peered through the menu. The free bread is quite good. We were all starving, so the cheesy chewy bread was great to munch on. I am also much more forgiving about a bit of wait for food if there is free bread being offered. It was also nice because we were seated right by the kitchen window, so it was like getting a dinner and a show. We got the Saporite, which reminded me of a Costco chicken bake with its creamy innards punctuated by grilled chicken. This is my brothers favorite, and I could see why. We also had the spaghetti seafood, which was so richly flavored with the seafood. I'm not sure I ever had Italian pasta so full of that umami seafood flavor. Truly wow. The ravioli verde was something we got to add something not-tomato based & it was an excellent choice. The sauce was verdant and creamy. The ravioli filling didn't feel like straight ricotta but I liked whatever they had done to it! The chicken parm was also a solid choice, good breading on hefty cutlets of chicken and a nice helping of charred cheese on top. We liked every single dish, and the portions were more than enough to feed all of us and leave leftover for the next day. I was especially touched by the professionalism of the young servers during what was becoming an increasingly crowded dinner service. We got extra bread, waters filled, and to go boxes promptly. The hype was surprisingly real. I guess I should not be surprised that a place that's been around since my childhood has withstood the test of time because it was good. Will revisit soon for lunch service.

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3.7(747 reviews)
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3.9(238 reviews)
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Louie's Pizzaria is a fantastic spot! The restaurant is very nice and extremely clean, and the…read moreambiance is warm, relaxed, and welcoming. It's the kind of place where you can comfortably enjoy a casual meal with family or friends. The atmosphere feels inviting without being too loud or crowded, which made our visit even more enjoyable. The staff is incredibly friendly and helpful which you can tell they truly care about their customers. I also appreciate that they offer different dining options. You can choose to seat yourself and enjoy your meal, or be seated and have them take your order. We decided to sit and order our pizza , and even though we ordered at the counter, they still brought our food to our table, which was a very nice touch. Overall, a great experience with excellent service and a welcoming atmosphere. We'll definitely be back!

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