Stopped in to pick up a breakfast order. Instantly you could smell the pancakes which made me wish I had gone in to order (I also was regretting not putting pancakes on the order to pick up because they smelled so good) it's always crowded on a Sunday morning after church as both rooms of the restaurant are being used, that normally isn't the case. As long as you're getting a breakfast meal, you can't go wrong in my opinion. read more

Food was just ok.Service was worse. A stopped in on a Sunday morning, Noone to geeet you and direct you to your seating.A midget woman was standing by the register that looked like she was lost. Welcoming in not a plus at this diner. Also it is so dark, inside the dinner. This diner needs help all around. Would not recommend to anyone. read more

A delicious breakfast. I looked at the long menu. I expect to be back often. Looking forward to a delicious long-term relationship. Just cruising the menu has been a thoroughly enjoyable experience. Breakfast and lunch were perfect. Beautifully presented. Each mouthful was delicious. I plan to view dinner choices. This has been an amazing find. Try it. You'll like it. read more

Very overrated I've been in the neighborhood over 30 years. Not so welcoming to everyone and the food is just ok. read more

The food at venus restaurant is unbelievable. Everything I have ever ordered was unbelievable. Spinach pie, greek pizza, paninis, quality of food is the best I have ever eaten. keep up the great work!! Give your cook a big raise . read more

Came for breakfast during covid time. Sat outside. Uncomfortable chairs. Coffee cup is tiny so get ready to have 5 refills (and not great - half and half helped ) Omelet was delicious and chocolate chip pancakes were fabulous. Of course I added strawberries and whipped cream. Excellent service. read more

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The rising costs of business and property values along with the current Instagram age has slowly been killing the traditional diner as most are being sold, or transformed into more upscale/trendy spots as people's taste change. It is comforting to see an old school diner such as Venus surviving, and judging by the times I have been in, thriving! The decor, the dinnerware, the silverware and probably most of the staff have not changed in decades. This place is becoming my go to for weekend breakfast when I don't feel like cooking at home, or waiting on a long line. Another plus is that Venus doesn't try to bust you out for the usual omelets, pancakes, french toast, and other breakfast fare. I probably spend about a 1/3 less than the same dishes elsewhere. There is plenty of parking here, and larger than it seems on the inside. The staff here has always been friendly and efficient. What else can I say - a good, all around diner! read more

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Fast, friendly and delicious. I'll be moving to the neighborhood. I'm glad there's a place like this around the corner from me.

Came her with my family this evening and the food was delicious. Prices are good and the staff was great. Thanks for a great meal.

Great prices, large portions. A variety of specials. Been there few times, food was always good.

Just wanted everyone to know that the food is top notch here and the service is great. It is a smaller business that my Uncle frequented on mornings for many years. He passed recently and when approached for a memorial lunch they pulled out all the stops to serve 40 plus people. They were genuine in their condolences to the family which was so appreciated. All the meals were delicious and a very good bargain for meals these days. Glad places like this still exist. read more

Returned for a second time before we leave. Food was excellent - freshly prepared and cooked quickly. Service was also excellent with the waiter having a full knowledge of the menu. Disappointed that we'll never get to try the puddings because the mains are soooooo big. Happy to supply a box to return home with the abundance of leftovers!!! read more

Greek Salad, Moussaka, Soup Salad, Spinach Pie... was the worst moussaka ive ever tasted. First, the bechamel top was burnt and chewy. The chopped beef layer was strangely red and spicy.. my sister had an omelet which was also dried and burnt. The place was packed. .. luckily gotten a booth on the outer. Food mediocre at nest. read more

Greek omelet, tall glass of orange juice, coffee, $17 and change. Goodbye to the Lantern Diner where they charged $22 for the same meal.

Good food and fast service but our waitress kept taking her mask off when talking to us and when leaning over us. She made me feel very unsafe and uncomfortable. I leaned away from her and she finally put it back on, but it should be common sense during these times to keep your customers safe. Very unprofessional and reckless. How could you not even cover your mouth when handling food and talking to customers? read more

This place is amazing! My mom introduce me to this little diner and I'm just blown away by how cozy this place is with the normal diner aesthetic of the past. It's nice compared and I love coming here for the amazing burgers and onion rings! If you ever get stuck, onion rings here are the one of the best options before starting your meal. I've found myself constantly coming back to this place and the staff is so friendly and I just feel so welcomed compared to others I've been too. Anytime I visit I feel like part of the family and it's amazing! read more

Ive eaten here many times, I can see the persons that work the kitchen currently cannot keep up with keeping the kitchen clean based on the health dept review. I used to work next door, I used to live across the street on adams avenue. I enjoyed being served by the finest ladies like Dottie. To the kitchen staff, your not only close this business but loose your job too. read more

Very extensive menu. Decent prices, very attentive service. Portions were huge and food was very tasty. Would definitely come back when I'm in the area. read more

Came back to Venus once at night I got chicken with melted mozz on garlic bread and my fiance got a chicken souvlaki. Both of us were not impressed. I feel bad for not liking this place but we gave it a few times and were disappointed each time. The chicken was weird. Almost seemed fake and chewy in a weird marinade with oregano or something. Reminded me of something you would buy in BJs pre marinated and gross. It was nothing special. My fiance couldn't finish his because he didn't like all the fat and grizzle. We ended the night with baklava to go. Unedible. I almost went back because it tasted tainted. Like vinegar was poured on it or it was sitting out in heat. It was bad. We won't be returning. read more

Venus Restaurant - a plate of chicken and french fries - Diners Near Me - West Hempstead, New York

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The owner (woman) is one of the most miserable looking, unfriendly people in the universe. I went in here a few times and sat at the counter and no matter how you smile at her or God forbid , try to get her attention if you need something , she just doesn't engage......Just walks around looking thoroughly miserable. My server just disappeared after putting my food down and this restaurant is old and run down with sub-par food; Had the owner been friendly and the server efficient, I would have been willing to overlook the other stuff and would have returned the few times a week I have business in West Hempstead. No thanks....after a few times I just didn't go back. read more

Too many flies in the back, awful service from our waitress, and all food was mediocre at best. I'm not sure what aesthetic they're going for either, it certainly doesn't feel like any diner I've ever been to. read more

Chocolate chip pancakes were light and delicious and I got 3 sausage links with it which were nicely spiced. I would have preferred syrup in a bottle then little pre-packaged units. read more

Best spinach pie, green salad and soups in town! Most of the waitresses are super nice. It definitely needs a good make over though! Very old and outdated decor. read more

Watch out for chicken bone slivers in chicken salad platter and chicken salad sandwiches!

Food was okay. But at the end my change was thrown at me. This is 2019. Oh well. Don't know if I will go back. I had a burger and fries. Maybe the dinner menu is better. I think good customer service makes up where the food is lacking. read more

I have been coming here for about 20 years. I come here weekly and it's always very consistent, the food is delicious. They have a lot of good Greek food. Their Greek salad and soups are great. Five stars! read more

This place is literally THE worst diner on LI. Food is disgusting and the cook can't even cook the disgusting food. they don't can't even toast bread right!!! I ask for toast, it came as if it was taken out of the bag. Even the coffee is bad! If you're going to serve poor quality food, at least figure out how to cook it to make is somewhat edible. I can't understand how other people give this place more than 1 star. I've eaten there more than once, giving it a chance, it's convenient, but after so many chances, it just becomes apparent that this place uses garbage quality food AND can't find a cook that knows how to make pancakes. Eggs are runny, barely cooked. Nothing on the menu is good or cooked right. NOTHING. I wouldn't give this food to my dog. read more

been going to venus for the past 30 years or more,, very disappointed, i don't mind them raising their prices, but don't give less food , especially on the breakfast special, watered down orange juice and birdseye portion of home fries read more

This place always made the best Greek salad. I ordered 3 large ones to go but very disappointed. There was hardly any feta cheese, my salad didn't have any olives and the other 2 had one olive each. The size was half of what it used to be. It's a shame I will no longer return. Best Greek salads are now the worst. If you skimp your going to loose a lot of customers. read more

It's not so easy to find a Greek diner experience anymore but this place nails it! Very clean, well-spaced tables, prompt service. I had the "Venus Panini" - grilled chicken, feta and spinach. It came perfectly salted, not too much. The feta was soft but not dripping. The spinach had some texture to it. Great mid-day sandwich. I recommend this place. read more

A great place, I have eaten breakfast and lunch here for many years, at least 20. Very good food, nice decor, very friendly staff and very reasonable prices. Always busy. A big plus it is next to Marty's Auto (also a great place), my mechanic. I drop car off, have breakfast at a leisurely pace while reading the newspaper. Then I walk 5 seconds to next door and pick up my car. Jimmy L. read more

I'm in love with their spinach pie. It could be that I grew up in this town and started eating their spinach pie 30 years ago. All the people I take here that didn't grow up with Venus think it's just "OK". That truly upsets me because I think Venus rocks! But I guess everyone is entitled to their opinions :) Greek salad and rice pudding is also quite yummy. read more

Their food is good , & their prices are ok , But their staff !!!! HORRIBLE . Such a nasty attitude , Careless , i'm not sure why ? Waitress live based on tips & their attitude means alot ! Ive been a couple of times hoping for a better expirence but this was just my last time , My co-workers stopped eating there because of the nasty faces these waiters have ! I gave it one last chance & same thing took forever to come get my order , Didn't care about my needs ? It made me soooo Uncomfortable that I asked to bag my food and I just left , Couldnt even eat after that due to how disgusted I am with their customer service . Sucks bc the place is pretty decent . read more

I have been going g to venus for years . I always get chicken salad and bacon on a pita and lately it has not been fresh.. I wish they would start making it fresh every day. Everything else is very good. read more

My favorite diner. I stop in whenever I'm in West Hempstead. Great service and great food at a great price. Simply GREAT!

Not impressed, Thomas Eatery nearby is a better experience. Been here a lot over the years, the woman owner is kinda condensing when she speaks to you. Their baklava is the worse I ever had and the grape leaves are sub par. Place needs a serious face lift. Over priced and not great quality food. read more

Went for lunch and it was delicious. One of the best diners I have been to in a while.

We love going there for breakfast after swimming at Echo Park always pleasant staff clean food is good and it's very cozy there

best breakfast. period. the greek salad is something that after you have once you will crave always. their grilled cheese is also delish. theres probably a million other things on the menu that are amazing, but after coming here for most of my life, i stick to what i know dont forget to try their homemade baklava...its amazing read more

I have eaten here a couple times, their food is always fresh and hot . The service is excellent . Definitely a good find !