Good food Great service…read more Love the ambiance The people are very friendly and it's a warm feeling to go to a local place!

This was our first time at Shands since the location was the brewery. The restaurant is beautiful,…read moreand we were looking forward to celebrating our 40th wedding anniversary there. I expected more of a high-end dining experience, but it felt somewhat casual, especially where we were seated in the front section next to a window. The restaurant was fairly quiet, so perhaps they were keeping everyone in one section, but for an anniversary dinner I would have preferred the more formal dining area. I made the reservation through OpenTable, indicated that we were celebrating our 40th anniversary, and even sent a separate note to the restaurant. There was a small "Happy Anniversary" place card with our menus, which was nice, but unfortunately there was no other acknowledgment of our special occasion. I was also a little surprised by the menus. They had nice leather covers, but inside were several separate sheets of paper, which seemed unusual for a restaurant positioned as upscale. I ordered the three-course prix fixe special. The website listed it at $55, although I believe the restaurant menu said $57. I had the Korean wings, which were huge and very tasty, although extremely messy, followed by the salmon, which was good. My wife had the rigatoni and said it was very good. Overall, Shands is a beautiful restaurant and the food was good. I just expected a little more from the overall experience, particularly since we were celebrating such a special milestone

When in search of a place that would make my family of picky eaters happy (ie: a vegan, a…read morevegetarian, a traditionalist, and two that try to make the other three happy but like good food), WhiskeyNeat appeared like a gods-send on Yelp. I've been to Main Street Patchogue a few times before and I'm always amazed at how it's now like Huntington, with tons of eateries, bars and places to hear live music. It was a busy late Spring Friday night and my cousin told me if we were there just two weeks later (ie, post Memorial Day), there would have been lines to get in anywhere. So make resos! I made one easily earlier that day and when we arrived around 7:30, it was not packed, but it is pretty loud in there even half full. Our waiter, Jonathan, expertly took such great care of us from start to finish, even taking my father's dad jokes in stride. There's a solid cocktail menu, but I had a couple glasses of a better-than-decent prosecco. My cousin loved his espresso martini. For food, count on a couple respectable vegan entrees and I went with the Japanese eggplant with cashew ricotta. The eggplant is delicious, slightly sweet with a creamy rather than chewy (thank god) texture. The cashew ricotta is also tasty, but I do think it needed to be blended a bit more to remove the slightly grainy texture (the cashews might have needed more soaking). My father loved his French onion soup and pastrami sandwich. Separate paragraph for the fries. They deserve it. I'm glad we ordered these to share- it's an enormous platter of them. I appreciated that they were salted perfectly. I appreciate restaurants that can make satisfy a variety of preferences and dietary restrictions. The vibe here is festive and vibrant and a great choice for groups and families.

Gift cards are great. The problem is sometimes you forgot you have them or just never carve out the…read moretime to use them, and honestly that might stop you from trying new spots like when my wife and I recently visited WhiskeyNeat after having received a gift card to this place...two years prior. Better late than never on using it to get this five star review written up! But seriously, I thought I knew downtown Patchogue pretty well, and yet I never noticed or heard anyone really going to WhiskeyNeat until that gift card was in her possession. When we went for dinner, it was a Wednesday night on the earlier side and at the time, no one was inside this relatively small yet cozy-ish bar/pub place. I thought perhaps things here aren't that great, but by the time we left, the inside was almost full, and my feelings were definitely wrong. This place is great! Now these Wednesday crowds could be due to the half price options they throw out there all day long. ANY drink at WhiskeyNeat is half off on hump day plus there are a handful of small plates that also follow this discounted direction. I'll say things might be a little pricier if you're not coming here in the middle of the week, but it's well worth making the trip to slash at least your drinks (and maybe some grub) in two. Enough about all that because the food, drinks, and service is where this place really shines. I downed two of their bourbon cocktails (Goldrush and Billionaire) both being outstanding in taste and quality (my wife enjoyed a well-made margarita). Food-wise, we sampled some hand cut fries (delicious), short rib croquettes (delectable), a mahi taco (fresh), pulled pork slider (tender), gochujang wings (zingy), and a twice baked potato (creamy). All these items were half price (reminder, they were small plates of grub so don't freak for how much we ate). We also paid full menu price to try a side of hot honey cauliflower which was fantastic as well. Before wrapping up, I do want to give a shout out to the staff or at least our waitress who was friendly, helpful in giving us drink options, and chatted with us a bit about WhiskeyNeat and other good nearby food spots. She guided us through the menu on what to order and even realized she had forgotten to put in one of our small plate orders without us asking. Good service always helps in reaching a full slew of Yelp stars. Overall, it may have taken almost two years to use the gift card to WhiskeyNeat, but I'm glad we finally did because dang was it a superb meal. Our waitress said "You'll be back" once we told her it was our first time and even before we had finished eating everything. I mean hard to disagree with that statement. Perhaps I'd aim to save some mulah and only come on a Wednesday, but with great drinks and grub to be had, it might just be worth coming any time, gift card or not!

Food is outstanding and the drink menu is creative and complex flavors…read more Service is always friendly and available to help. Ambiance is cozy and unique. The grilled octopus is on point every time, a star dish on the menu.

Shrimp ceviche - you get bunch of red onion, cilantro and maybe 2 shrimp chopped up. It tastes ok…read morebut for $19 it is not a good value. The yucca chips that come with it are very hard. The brisket tacos - the brisket was chewy. No bueno. The bartender didn't check on us until after we were done eating and we were the only people in there. The place is very pretty and clean but the food leaves a lot to be desired.

I wish I could give this place a 100 out of 5. Located in downtown patchogue this place has it all…read more They have throwback arcade games, skii ball, and air hockey which is so much fun. Every month they host events that are both nostalgic and entertaining. We came here for office trivia and we had an absolute blast. Everyone dressed in their favorite office costumes and they had office themed prizes. The food and drinks were also on theme and delicious. This is my favorite bar in patchogue and I can't wait to return.

This is a bar review, we did not sit and eat. What a cute place, quite the vibe! The dj was…read moreplaying 90s boy band music (score!), the drink specials were good and the dessert was also tasty. My friend had a lavender drink which she liked, I had an aperol spritz, both on the ladies night menu ($8 drinks). We tried the ice cream tacos which were good, messy because the shell is so large and the s'mores quesadilla was unique and tasty. Overall had a good time and will def come back to try some food!

I am above and beyond with this restaurant!! It is located…read morein a small shopping center and I was not expecting what I experienced . Upon entering I was greeted by what seemed to be the entire staff, which pleased me me . The decor is classic and dimly lit. Making the atmosphere very intimate and inviting. We were greeted by our Waiter(not a server) who diligently explained the evening special. He took our cocktail order and listened intently because I I am a particular customer who demands my Martini just so, in other words....a pain in the ass. The bartender actually came to our table for me to make sure he made my Martini correct. Wow! My Bride Robin ordered the Classic Country style chicken , I ordered the Duck which was usually served with a peach chutney, I asked if the chef would be so kind to make me a orange glaze sauce , he was more than willing to do so. Needless to say both dishes were impeccable and wonderfully prepared. After our main course I ordered a Sambuca with coffee beans and we both ordered the Crème Brûlée garnished with fresh Raspberries and a spearmint sprig. voilà voilà voilà!!! This dinning experience was comparable to the best houses in Manhattan if not better. I am a traditionally trained Chef and I was obliviously beyond impressed. It is my personal opinion that this restaurant is an incredibly hidden culinary gem here in Patchogue . I implore you to not let the opportunity to dine here pass you by. To the owner and entire staff... I say KUDOS to a job well done . Thank you and you may look forward to seeing myself and my family in the very near future.

This place is been here forever and I had never been, My parents went many years ago and they had a…read moregood experience. It was my Birthday so I didn't want to go to a place on a whim but they it's close to home..My birthday was on a Monday so a lot restaurants aren't open The qual was delicious along with the steaks Long wait on the food!!! Server was friendly. They had just redone the outside and the inside was nice and clean

What is there to say about one of the few remaining successful neighborhood pub/restaurants in…read moreSuffolk Co? Cavanaugh's is a Blue Point tradition. A gem in the community. Try the delicious burgers and the best wings I have ever had on Long Island. Crispy/tender and just the right size. 20 oz Porterhouse for under $30? Nice sandwiches too and standard pub fare like Shepherd's Pie and Meatloaf! Daily specials too. Don't expect linen napkins and foo-foo white gloved service: they have casual dining with small tables and it can get crowded/loud. It's perfect during the week and for the burger lunch special where you can join the colorful locals who adorn the bar. I wish that I could give it 6 stars since we've eaten here for years and never had a bad meal or experience.

First time visiting this local Irish pub. Immediately on entering, I knew the ambiance was…read moresomething special. Every inch of the walls are covered in history, developing over years of service and customer loyalty. Service was great with a kind and attentive staff. The food was very good! I enjoyed the mini tacos appetizer. My entree, while more of a roast beef sandwich than a proper Philly Cheesesteak, was quite tasty. The big standout, however, was the incredible Bailey's Cheesecake for dessert. Super tasty, highly recommend!

Well. We came here for live music. Took a Lyft, so no worries about parking…read more We snagged a seat by the bar, and Mia was cheerful and efficient. We had a couple of drinks, and shared a chicken quesadilla and the tuna appetizer. The quesadilla was good, the tuna was delicious. We were there for live music, and Pour Some 80's on me did not disappoint. Until...THUNDERSTORM! Ack!! We rode it out by the bar, it the band left. Anyway, great venue, fun place. Staff was very nice, both Mia and a security guy. Restroom was clean.

I went on a Saturday night with some friends…read more Seems to be a family friendly crowd. Unfortunately that night it rained and people left early. However, according to friends, older people tend to leave around 10 or 11 and the younger crowd starts coming in then. Seems like a nice area with live music and a fun environment. There is a cover charge usually. That night it was $20. I ordered a quesadilla and it was pretty big! Someone thought it was a pizza

Beach bar on the water with a great vibe! The atmosphere makes this place feel like you're on an…read moreisland! Friendly staff. Food tastes fresh!

*Update- Spoke with a wonderful manager Christine who addressed our experience and provided a more…read morethan generous resolution that was completely unexpected. We do love the restaurant as mentioned, and will be happy to return to give them another shot. Thanks for providing the exceptional service that keeps us wanting to come back. We appreciate you!* There was so much to love about this restaurant. The atmosphere was lively, music was great, sunset was beautiful, and the food was good. Our waitress was phenomenal -- sweet, accommodating and attentive despite how busy it was. Other staff members were wonderful too. Unfortunately, our interaction with the manager put a serious damper on an otherwise great evening. We made our OpenTable reservation a week in advance and noted that we'd have our 5-lb Yorkie, requesting outside seating if possible because we weren't sure where dogs were permitted. We weren't being picky and understood it was Labor Day weekend. When we arrived, the hostess explained that our reserved table was inside, so we'd need to wait for a dog-friendly table. She said we'd have priority because we had a reservation. No problem! We got drinks at the outdoor bar and didn't wait long. When another woman eventually seated us, I smiled, said hello and thanked her. She gave me what I can only describe as a dirty look. I shrugged it off, assuming she was stressed because they were busy. Our waitress was fantastic. A busser even kindly offered our dog a water bowl. We ordered drinks and an appetizer and were enjoying ourselves when the woman who seated us suddenly came over, threw water down at the foot of my fiancé's chair and said, "You know your dog is marking up our chairs!" To be completely clear: our tiny Yorkie had urinated on the leg/base of an OUTDOOR chair. He did NOT defecate anywhere. We were eating and hadn't noticed him briefly lift his leg underneath the table. We weren't upset that she told us -- we were stunned by HOW she handled it. Had she simply said, "Excuse me, your dog urinated on the chair," we would have apologized and immediately addressed it. Instead, she threw water beside my fiancé's chair while he was eating and spoke to us in an unnecessarily hostile manner. This is an outdoor dining area at a restaurant that allows dogs, and your own staff had just offered our dog water. If dogs are welcome, situations involving them should be handled professionally. If you don't want dogs there, don't allow them. Our dog is five pounds, quiet and friendly. Other guests and children were stopping by our table to pet him. Had we not already ordered dinner, we would have paid for our drinks and appetizer and left after this interaction. Unfortunately, it didn't end there. My fiancé ordered a filet with a $9 upcharge for hollandaise sauce. The sauce didn't arrive with his steak, so he began eating before it got cold. When the same woman walked by, he mentioned the missing sauce. Instead of apologizing, she said, "Yeah, that can come out later." A $9 sauce ordered for a steak should arrive WITH the steak. He told her he no longer wanted it. She said okay but apparently never communicated that, due to being too busy chatting standing around with others. A busser later brought it and we had to reject it. Our evening cost approximately $200. Expecting our complete meal to arrive together and expecting to be treated respectfully are not unreasonable expectations. I told our waitress about the interactions while making it VERY clear none of this reflected on her. That's when we learned this woman was actually the MANAGER. Our waitress was extremely apologetic, although she had nothing to apologize for. She did her job beautifully, and we made sure to tip her well in cash. That's what makes this so disappointing. This restaurant has a beautiful atmosphere, decent food and phenomenal staff. The person who negatively affected our experience was the person who should have been setting the standard. Yes, customers should be responsible for their pets, and we would have immediately addressed the situation had we noticed. But these are outdoor tables and chairs exposed to birds, squirrels and other animals. The hostile reaction to a five-pound dog briefly lifting his leg was unnecessary. There is a right and wrong way to address an issue. Speak to your customers like human beings. Throwing water beside someone's chair while they're eating and speaking to them disrespectfully is unacceptable. To our waitress and the other hardworking staff: THANK YOU. You were wonderful. To the manager: your staff is phenomenal. You should consider taking some customer-service training from them.

The bartender is by far the most friendliest helpful are made I've seen in years she makes…read moreeverybody feel special

Came here after a yelp event. I had a pretty good time here. The party decided to go to the second…read morefloor. It was really woody and pretty upstairs. I appreciate that the bar was not crowded at all. The service was amazing, we had questions about the beers on tap. I got a sour beer, not sure of the name it escapes me now. Very good beer selections and the prices were pretty good. I would like to come back here if I am ever in the area. I'd recommend this place to a group of people. The bathrooms were very clean as well. Very neat space to have a good time and chill.

Great food with a casual atmosphere. Frendly staff and a nice area for outside dinningread more

Edit- After speaking with the owner directly, I have adjusted my review. John is a great guy and…read morewill always make things right! Thank you, John! So I've been coming here for years. I've celebrated a few birthdays here and selected Karver's for my birthday this year- today. Well, I wasn't very impressed today. I ordered the chop salad with steak, which I've had several times over the years. Our meals took maybe 25 minutes to come out. It's a Saturday so I get it. But then they gave me the wrong salad and the steak was tough. I let Oscar know and he put in a new order for the correct salad. My friend was already eating her meal but I had to wait for mine. It came delivered by the female manager and was now the correct salad but the steak was still tough. (Ordered medium) we then ordered dessert to share. We paid the bill and tip but I wasn't really happy with my experience this time. No offer to compensate for the initial wait time, and then the incorrect order. Just feeling kinda meh.