So here I am finally after 60+ years decided to stop at this place. The place is frozen in time but…read moreamazing. Timeless antiques all over the joint. So I meet John the owner and he recommends the chicken quesadillas. Which I order. Plus a glass of Sutters cabernet. The wine is surprisingly delicious. Smooth and no bite. The quesadillas are absolutely wonderful! The sweet potato fries are reliably perfect. Another glass of wine on John dies the trick I'm loving this retro vibe. Ok so all you Brooklyn hipsters have to "discover" this gem of vintage Rockaway!!

Old school feel with signs, dart board, billiards, and old school memorabilia. Last bar before…read morecrossing over to the Rockaways or the first bar crossing back over depending on your perspective. I had a couple beers and we shared some fried food. Bartender was attentive.

Always a good time at this restaurant. My husband loves their pork chop. Oysters are very fresh…read moreand served with fresh horseradish which allows each diner to make their own cocktail sauce. Try their cocktails. Espresso Martini is delicious. Vodka martini with blue cheese stuffed olives is another favorite of my husband. Enjoy the music on Thursday evening. Makes a great date night

Stayed in the Rockaway hotel and wanted to grab some lunch, so went down the Margies. It had a…read morecute, beachy vibe and everyone seemed very chill inside. The waitress was attentive and quick with taking our order. We got the chicken soup, turkey club and steak frites. Everything was okay. Nothing that I would run to get again. I would still go back to try other things but for what we ordered, it was just okay.

As a native Breezy Pointer, I've been coming to Kennedy's for as long as I can remember--and it's…read morestill one of those places that never loses its charm. Set right along Jamaica Bay, Kennedy's nails that perfect balance between upscale and relaxed. The ambiance feels polished without being stuffy--white tablecloths, nautical touches, and sweeping waterfront views that make it just as good for a casual dinner as it is for a special occasion. The menu is a standout, especially if you're into seafood, cabernet braised beef short ribs, and expertly prepared dry-aged chops. And of course, a perfectly poured Guinness always hits different when you're by the water. One of my favorite things about Kennedy's is the atmosphere beyond the food. They frequently host live music--especially on Friday and Saturday nights--which adds a lively, local energy without overwhelming the space. What really makes Kennedy's special, though, is its deep-rooted history. Dating back to 1910--when the original building was ferried over from Coney Island--it has weathered everything from a nearby naval explosion in 1919 to the devastation of Hurricane Sandy in 2012. After a major renovation, it reopened in 2014, blending its rich past with a modern, resilient design. Kennedy's isn't just a restaurant--it's a Breezy Point institution.

Came here for a birthday party last night and honestly was not impressed. Service was sub par,…read morefood was sub par, drinks were sub par. We were a big party so there was a lot of food that was had. I'll try to break it down from what I can remember. Bread basket - stale bread and not sure if the butter was actual butter because it didn't taste it Locally-farmed beet and mesclun greens, goat cheese salad with candied walnuts 5/5 - this was really good Jumbo coconut shrimp 2/5 - the shrimp were huge and I was excited to try it cause it's one of my favorite dishes but they had a weird taste to them and the sauces that came with didn't compliment them too well, I've had better tasting coconut shrimp in red lobster lol Burrata 5/5 - the burrata was fresh and delicious Fried calamari 2/5 - had a few pieces and the last piece I had was chewy and wet and I ended up spitting it out cause it creeped me out Jumbo lump crab cake 3/5 - it was alright Tuna tartare 5/5 - I think this was my favorite app, it was delicious Pan seared diver scallops, creamy shrimp & chorizo risotto 1/5 - first of all didn't see any chorizo in the risotto but that's whatever, IT WAS SO SALTY!! I couldn't eat more than one bite. Fresh oysters 5/5 - delicious and fresh, probably the best thing that was served Filet minion 1/5 - once again SO SALTY! ate a few bites and took the rest home to give to my dog after I washed the salt off because just inedible. He enjoyed it at least lol. The roasted potatoes that came with it were delicious though. Chicken tenders with fries (kids meal) 5/5 - I didn't try it but my son loved it and ate almost the whole plate Pomegranate martini 2/5- the first one they brought over was straight up vodka did not taste anything else but I was just slowly sipping on it because it was very strong. The waitress came up to me and asked if the drink was ok and I said it's a little strong but it's ok, she asked if I would like it remade not so strong and I said sure. She took it away brought another one that just tasted like straight up pomegranate, no alcohol. I didn't want to bother her especially since I didn't even mention it being strong to begin with, she asked herself, so I drank it and had two more and I'm pretty sure there was no alcohol in them period so that was annoying. White Russian 1/5 - got a White Russian as a dessert drink and it had no taste at all, how is that even possible for a White Russian?! Margarita 1/5 - tried my mom's margarita, it was very watered down and tasted like margarita mix, no tequila to be felt. Crème brûlée 3/5 - not the best I've had, not the worst. Brownie 1/5 - the brownie comes "à la mode" but I asked for no ice cream because it was for my son and he had a bit of a cough. They brought it out with ice cream, I sent it back and it took forever to get the one without ice cream, I thought they forgot honestly. My kid liked it but he's 5 and it's chocolate lol but I tried it and it was honestly horrible. Tasted freezer burned, was dry as all heck and the middle was rock hard. For how much this place is talked up, it's definitely not worth the hype or the price. Not a place I'll be back to unless it's an invite for a family birthday again.

Cool place. We go there for St. Patrick's. But will probably go there more often. Good food, good…read morebeer, good vibe. Service is friendly and prompt. Really like this place.

Great hole in the wall with good finger food and great drinks. Came for book club hosted by…read moreBrooklyn Public Library--Books and Brews. Great group of book lovers. I will definitely return!

I've read a few bad reviews about this restaurant and I don't get it. I've been coming here for a…read moreyear now ( at least once every 4-6 weeks) and the food is always freshly cooked, hot and delicious. The employees are ALWAYS kind, respectful , cheerful and upbeat with a smile on their faces. We came today and I ordered my favorite....the Meat Up burger with everything except cheese , fries and raspberry Snapple. The burger was as always delicious with MUG sauce, pickles, lettuce & onions.?The patty was fresh not frozen and cooked perfectly. The fries are always golden brown on the outside and tender on the inside and perfectly salted........even though I'm a salt addict and always add more My son ordered the OG Burger that has 2 patty's, bacon, pickles, lettuce, MUG sauce ........ he doesn't like onions. I barely had time to snap a pic before he inhaled the burger. He's pretty picky about his burgers but he loved the OG burger and is irritated with me because I haven't brought him here in the last year ‍ All in all, this is great restaurant and a fantastic addition to our community. We needed a good burger place (they have other dishes also) here. There's enough pizza places, chinese/japanese/sushi restaurants, spanish/mexican restaurants, thai food, seafood and chicken restaurants here I highly recommend Meat Up grill to anyone that wants fresh prepared, hot delicious meal or even a salad.

So after trying the pizza place next door which I was really happy with I gave this a try since…read moreit's the same owner. Kids at the counter were nice and accommodating, they have a pretty good menu, nice place inside over all. I got the chicken tenders which were really good not greasy but definitely could use some salt. But I was okay with that . The sauces aren't anything to rave about the mustard was too sweet for me, and the bbq was basic . Substituted the fries for an extra tender . But good real chicken and would definitely come here for them again. Now the 17$ philly cheesesteak is definitely an over priced bust!!!! Not enough cheese/ dried out meat/ way smaller than the Normal and usual Philly should be. Not a foot long, no end pieces that were cut of seems just to fit the box. And the meat itself had zero flavor as well so a complete waste of money on this item. Nothing more is worse when you see a picture of something and when it comes out looking and tasting nothing like it should or you expect.

We came to watch the waves from Hurrican Erin and stopped in for lunch. Very nice, beachy vibe &…read moredecor with a bar alongside the hotel's pool. Service was quic=k and attentive despite the lunch rush (a couple of corporate events, it appeared). The Garden Margarita was a tasty, "healthy" alternative to a standard margarita; the frozen mojito was a nice drink option too. The grilled chicken sandwich was very tender and juicy, with a delicious slaw on top. The Beach Hot Dog was served with kimchi slaw, but the dog (a Pat LaFrieda dog, no less) was sadly a bit mealy. Perhaps a little more time on the grill was needed. Overall, a decent meal in a beautiful beachy setting a block from Rockaway Beach.

Best day ever. Highly recommend. Pool could have been a little warmer but we enjoyed it.read more

The Blarney Castle re-opened about a month ago under new owners and a new chef. So ignore all…read moreprevious reviews from that time. The place has been re-done but the "historic" fish remains. Sound suppressors have been installed and they help temper the noise. The limited wine list is well priced but unfortunately they were out of one of the two chardonnays (Bonanza) on the list. I ordered the other Chardonnay which was double the cost of the Bonanza (but still fairly priced for the quality) and it did not come out for 15 minutes. I alerted the waitress who stated that she was getting ice for it. The wine finally came with two chilled wine glasses (wrong) and it was warm. Strike two on the wine. Someone is not checking inventory. We got there as it opened at five. No excuse for not having a listed wine and then serving a warm $65 dollar bottle. Each plate of food was delivered in a staggered delivery about five to ten minutes apart. Food should come out at the same time to all customers. That's probably on the chef with the mercurial temperament. That being said; the food was very good. The chef can really cook but get there soon because he might not be there long. Four televisions the dining room is unnecessary and very distracting. Turn them off during service. I plan on going back for the good food but will bring my own wine. I got three different answers when I asked about a corkage fee; so I don't know what the corkage fee is. The owners are new and need time to adjust to the place. I see the place improving as the kinks are worked out.

Always consistent and good food. Service is always pleasant and personable…read more Atmosphere is low key and comfortable. Has a great bar following. Take out/pick up available..

So we came just for the lemonade and it wasn't as good with the pieces of lemon they used to put in…read morethere . But we did give us a try of one of the shakes which was good as well . I'd come for shakes next time and the food we never tried . But junk is junk

Love everything from the delicious milk shakes to the hot dogs gyros knishes. My mom loves the hot…read moredogs.

THIS PLACE IS OK......Is a nice looking place, has a lot of outdoor seating with TVs! This is a…read moresandwich shop with a not big menu. But looks like a good selection! I got a Basil Pesto Grilled Chicken sandwich with a chocolate milkshake!! The sandwich was ok... but lacking in flavor even for a basil pesto! The milkshake was good! The service was NOT THERE!! the girl taking the order was lifeless .... Barley said Hi ...as I walked up to make my order, she talked low so I had to lean in and ask again... giving me a look of exasperation! I was nice and friendly but didn't get any of that back.... She gave me my order with just saying my name with a face of like- she would rather be anywhere else!! It just made me feel uncomfortable like I'm friendly and spending my money here... why can't you even give me a smile or say "thank you, have a great day" none of that... just handed my food and walked away as I was SAYING THANK YOU!!! People forget how important customer service is!!! I won't be coming back.

Perfect spot to go to after a day at the beach. Came here after a leisurely stroll on the Rockaway…read moreboard walk. Standard American bar food, we ordered the burger, chicken sandwich and fries. The highlights for us had to be the mezcal margaritas. Enjoy the smokiness of the mezcal

I really wanted to like Tap That, but I walked away feeling a bit underwhelmed. The self-pour…read moreconcept is fun in theory, but the beer selection didn't impress me--especially considering the prices. For what you pay and the fact that you're pouring your own beer, I expected either more variety or more standout options on tap. That said, the food was definitely the highlight. Everything we ordered was solid and came out tasting fresh. The space itself is nice, and the vibe is relaxed, but overall the experience didn't fully match the cost. Not a bad spot, just not quite the value I was hoping for.

Pretty good fun spot especially if you like to try different types of drinks and not have to fill…read moreyourself up fully. The lobster roll was really good as well. Nice band played I'd come back