The PLACE for STEAK in Island Park, NY.
Yes, I have written about this place several times, as it never fails to amaze !
Last night, while have some wonderful drinks at the bar, we watched as diners enjoyed the apps on the bar menu, such as delectable veal meatballs with a rich port/marsala brown sauce, the beyond incredible gorgonzola garlic bread, drenched in the most delicious sauce ever, the lobster Cobb / BLT salad, fab enormous oysters rockafeller "a la jimmy"- and so much more.
After several apps, we opted for the Lobster Jimmy- a HUGE lobster with a flavor packed cognac sauce served over shoestring potatoes- OMG!!
The steaks are all incredible delicious , perfectly cooked & melt in your mouth delicious! The bone in rib eye is a site to behold!! (as is the enormous beef wellington)
The staff is so friendly, from the moment you give your car to their valet to the welcome as you enter to the fantastic staff at the bar or in the dining room- consumate professionals, willing to make you happy.
I have NEVER has a bad meal -EVER !! Always great always delicious!!!
Thursday, August 20, 2015
Rare 360
Rare 360 on Jericho Tpke in Syosset is a fabulous spot for upscale dining. There is a very large bar, in addition to a beautiful dining room & now, a glass enclosed terrace for indoor/outdoor dining & for those who wish, a cigar area with lounge seating.
The menu is vast, with an elaborate sushi menu, gorgeously presented, a large selection of raw bar crustaceans, stone crabs, etc. and many fabulous unique and interesting starters.
The dinner menu is also quite large, with more than 10 choices of dry aged steaks, including a bone in filet mignon, porter house, rib eye , veal chop, & many more.
Fish selections include wild salmon, scallops, jumbo shrimp, sea bass, swordfish, snapper . etc etc. ALl beautifully garnished.
Sides?? The list goes on- sweet roasted corn, black truffle mac & cheese, roasted brussel sprouts w/ pancetta, creamed spinach, asparagus, potatoes galore & more!
The atmosphere is very trendy- a bit loud and somewhat pricey, but a great meal and a wonderful place for dinner with friends or a large celebration.
The menu is vast, with an elaborate sushi menu, gorgeously presented, a large selection of raw bar crustaceans, stone crabs, etc. and many fabulous unique and interesting starters.
The dinner menu is also quite large, with more than 10 choices of dry aged steaks, including a bone in filet mignon, porter house, rib eye , veal chop, & many more.
Fish selections include wild salmon, scallops, jumbo shrimp, sea bass, swordfish, snapper . etc etc. ALl beautifully garnished.
Sides?? The list goes on- sweet roasted corn, black truffle mac & cheese, roasted brussel sprouts w/ pancetta, creamed spinach, asparagus, potatoes galore & more!
The atmosphere is very trendy- a bit loud and somewhat pricey, but a great meal and a wonderful place for dinner with friends or a large celebration.
Wednesday, August 19, 2015
Tuesday, August 18, 2015
Besito
An authentic mexican style hacienda in Roslyn, NY has an upscale vibe in both decor and its mexican cuisine.
A very busy bar scene with both indoor & outdoor (seasonal) seating with margaritas, tequilas, and lots of interesting drink concoctions and beers, coupled with great mexican fare.
When you are seated, they serve you a large basket of warm tortilla chops w/ a delicious spicy homemade salsa.
The starters are great - empanadas, shrimp or fish tacos, crab cakes w/ corn salad, table side guacamole, (mild, medium or hot) and more.
The entrees range from a large selection of fajitas, burritos, flautas, chile rellenos, to sizzling steak or shrimp, and chicken, or fish choices, such as sea bass, swordfish, salmon, snapper & more, all served with rice topped with queso fresco & rice.
A fun place for large groups as well as intimate dinners for two.
A very busy bar scene with both indoor & outdoor (seasonal) seating with margaritas, tequilas, and lots of interesting drink concoctions and beers, coupled with great mexican fare.
When you are seated, they serve you a large basket of warm tortilla chops w/ a delicious spicy homemade salsa.
The starters are great - empanadas, shrimp or fish tacos, crab cakes w/ corn salad, table side guacamole, (mild, medium or hot) and more.
The entrees range from a large selection of fajitas, burritos, flautas, chile rellenos, to sizzling steak or shrimp, and chicken, or fish choices, such as sea bass, swordfish, salmon, snapper & more, all served with rice topped with queso fresco & rice.
A fun place for large groups as well as intimate dinners for two.
Tuesday, August 11, 2015
The Lake House
The Lake House- Yes I know, I just posted a review less than three weeks ago but was there Sunday evening and another outstanding meal.
Unfortunately, two of the specials were already "sold out" at 7 :30 on a Sunday evening, which as disappointing, (the fettuccini w/ black truffles & the tile fish) but no worries- we found other things to order!
To Start, the wild vegetable salad was quite interesting creamed shitake & cremini mushrooms, triangles of warm toast, an assortment of farm fresh sauteed & raw veggies all topped w/ a poached quail egg. The wild mushroom risotto w/ baby peas also very good, as was the fresh sweet Corn & Lobster chowder, and the grilled octopus.
Dinner has two meat selections this particular evening- a skirt steak marinated with a gorgonzola crust and a rib eye served with a mac & cheese & spinach souffle. The salmon ( a large portion served medium rare) was served over a chick pea puree, and several other choices of course, all difficult to decide.
Dessert was equally great - we went with the mini chocolate souffle with fresh whipped cream and there was a couple sitting next to us with three desserts, including the profiteroles filled with mint chip ice cream & dark chocolate sauce, and the rhubarb strawberry tart as they couldn't decide!
Brunch is served on Sundays- reservations required.
Unfortunately, two of the specials were already "sold out" at 7 :30 on a Sunday evening, which as disappointing, (the fettuccini w/ black truffles & the tile fish) but no worries- we found other things to order!
To Start, the wild vegetable salad was quite interesting creamed shitake & cremini mushrooms, triangles of warm toast, an assortment of farm fresh sauteed & raw veggies all topped w/ a poached quail egg. The wild mushroom risotto w/ baby peas also very good, as was the fresh sweet Corn & Lobster chowder, and the grilled octopus.
Dinner has two meat selections this particular evening- a skirt steak marinated with a gorgonzola crust and a rib eye served with a mac & cheese & spinach souffle. The salmon ( a large portion served medium rare) was served over a chick pea puree, and several other choices of course, all difficult to decide.
Dessert was equally great - we went with the mini chocolate souffle with fresh whipped cream and there was a couple sitting next to us with three desserts, including the profiteroles filled with mint chip ice cream & dark chocolate sauce, and the rhubarb strawberry tart as they couldn't decide!
Brunch is served on Sundays- reservations required.
Sunday, August 9, 2015
Maguires- Ocean Beach in Fire Island
After taking a Ferry to Fire Island, for a day of beach & relaxation or just a good dinner & some cocktails, Fire Island offers all this & * more, There are several communities, but Ocean beach is my favorite.
During the week, its a quiet relaxing place, where bicycles go by (NO CARS ON the Island)
beach goers or shoppers walk the streets, and the shops & restaurants are busy. BUT--- on the weekends, it is a bit different scene.
No bikes allowed, the streets are crowded with beach bunnies & shoppers, music is playing from several bars, and the restaurants are jammed!
My favorite place is Maguires, but there are several choices to dine. Maguires requires a reservation if you want to eat outside, which is always the way to go. However, the inside has many tables and the bar is another option.
The staff is always friendly, especially if you are waiting for a table at the bar. A busy noisy scene but fun.
The menu is great & I have never been disappointed. Appetizers include a fabulous tuna tartare trio with large crisps wonton triangles for dipping, fried calamari, shrimp cocktails, great fresh steamers, and so much more.
The menu is full of interesting fish, seafood, chicken & meat choices, but the lobster (steamed or broiled) is my choice. ($72 last night for a 3 lb) Served with a large piece of sweet farm fresh corn, and a baked potato, it is ocean fresh! I "requested" a female, as I happen to love the roe but there is never a guarantee. We were lucky last night.
After some apps, a delicious chilled caesar salad (leaves left whole) with shaved chards of parmesan, & the lobster, we were too full for dessert, which happens to be great, so off we went back to the ferry, after taking a walk along the docks to watch the water taxis shuttle people to the other islands, but along the way are THREE ice cream parlors (& a bakery) .
Out of every 10 people you pass, 8 are eating huge ice cream cones. The bars are packed and live music is coming from all of them, and the kids are playing innocently in the streets.
After a quick shopping stop, back on the ferry to head home. An evening out there feels like you were on vacation.
Always fun.
During the week, its a quiet relaxing place, where bicycles go by (NO CARS ON the Island)
beach goers or shoppers walk the streets, and the shops & restaurants are busy. BUT--- on the weekends, it is a bit different scene.
No bikes allowed, the streets are crowded with beach bunnies & shoppers, music is playing from several bars, and the restaurants are jammed!
My favorite place is Maguires, but there are several choices to dine. Maguires requires a reservation if you want to eat outside, which is always the way to go. However, the inside has many tables and the bar is another option.
The staff is always friendly, especially if you are waiting for a table at the bar. A busy noisy scene but fun.
The menu is great & I have never been disappointed. Appetizers include a fabulous tuna tartare trio with large crisps wonton triangles for dipping, fried calamari, shrimp cocktails, great fresh steamers, and so much more.
The menu is full of interesting fish, seafood, chicken & meat choices, but the lobster (steamed or broiled) is my choice. ($72 last night for a 3 lb) Served with a large piece of sweet farm fresh corn, and a baked potato, it is ocean fresh! I "requested" a female, as I happen to love the roe but there is never a guarantee. We were lucky last night.
After some apps, a delicious chilled caesar salad (leaves left whole) with shaved chards of parmesan, & the lobster, we were too full for dessert, which happens to be great, so off we went back to the ferry, after taking a walk along the docks to watch the water taxis shuttle people to the other islands, but along the way are THREE ice cream parlors (& a bakery) .
Out of every 10 people you pass, 8 are eating huge ice cream cones. The bars are packed and live music is coming from all of them, and the kids are playing innocently in the streets.
After a quick shopping stop, back on the ferry to head home. An evening out there feels like you were on vacation.
Always fun.
Monday, August 3, 2015
KYMA
One of the hottest spots in Roslyn is KYMA. A large cool airy space with both indoor & outdoor seating, with comfy overstuffed sofas on the patio, all white with summer breezes in the air and a buzzing busy bar scene!
The menu is large, with several 'special" items daily & a few items that seem to be on every table. The "Kyma Chips" are paper thin round slices of lightly fried zucchini & eggplant, towering in a mountain served with taziyki sauce & the tiniest little fabulous one bite cheese blintzes around the plate.
The Greek Salad is also very refreshing- a large triangular chunk of feta cheese served surrounded by fresh herbs and large quarters of fresh tomatoes and red onions in a delicious vinaigrette. A great salad to eat while munching on the hummus and pita basket served hot when you arrive at your table.
Another great app is the "sampler" -several of their dips served with toasted pita, or the baked eggplant, a large perfectly roasted think slice of eggplant served in a light tomato sauce with sauteed onions stuffed throughout.
The fish entrees are numerous- pink & red Snapper, Branzino, Pompano, Dorado, Salmon, Habibut, and much more- all served whole or filet . Your choice. All entrees are served with either rice or greek potatoes.
There are veal, chicken & meat choices should you choose as well.
The staff is attentive. Occasionally, you can feel a bit rushed, (on a Fri or Sat night) as each course is served one right after the other, as they want or need the table, so unless you are eating on the later side, you will be in & out in less than an hour and a half . My preference is to eat after 8 PM, so you can "dine" for the evening .
** Reservations required unless you want to wait (a while) for a seat at the bar.
The menu is large, with several 'special" items daily & a few items that seem to be on every table. The "Kyma Chips" are paper thin round slices of lightly fried zucchini & eggplant, towering in a mountain served with taziyki sauce & the tiniest little fabulous one bite cheese blintzes around the plate.
The Greek Salad is also very refreshing- a large triangular chunk of feta cheese served surrounded by fresh herbs and large quarters of fresh tomatoes and red onions in a delicious vinaigrette. A great salad to eat while munching on the hummus and pita basket served hot when you arrive at your table.
Another great app is the "sampler" -several of their dips served with toasted pita, or the baked eggplant, a large perfectly roasted think slice of eggplant served in a light tomato sauce with sauteed onions stuffed throughout.
The fish entrees are numerous- pink & red Snapper, Branzino, Pompano, Dorado, Salmon, Habibut, and much more- all served whole or filet . Your choice. All entrees are served with either rice or greek potatoes.
There are veal, chicken & meat choices should you choose as well.
The staff is attentive. Occasionally, you can feel a bit rushed, (on a Fri or Sat night) as each course is served one right after the other, as they want or need the table, so unless you are eating on the later side, you will be in & out in less than an hour and a half . My preference is to eat after 8 PM, so you can "dine" for the evening .
** Reservations required unless you want to wait (a while) for a seat at the bar.
The View
IN Oakdale, directly down the road from the 'Snapper Inn', (which , FYI* is ALWAYS reservation only) is a waterside spot called The View.
A pretty spot overlooking a large part of the Great South Bay, with mainly seafood fare, including a large sushi menu.
As the kayaks go by, fisherman, and the boats coming in & out of the inlet, you can enjoy drinks & apps or dinner from wither the outdoor patio or the indoor dining room with panoramic windows all around.
The apps includes, among others, araccini - 5-6 mini risotto rice balls stuffed with wild mushrooms & truffles atop a dollop of spicy creme sauce, duck tacos, shrimp cocktail, tuna tartare, several types or raw oysters ,a large sushi menu, salads, and more.
Main are both land & sea, but a fun place to fall in for drinks & some apps if you are u east in the area and a very relaxing atmosphere.
A pretty spot overlooking a large part of the Great South Bay, with mainly seafood fare, including a large sushi menu.
As the kayaks go by, fisherman, and the boats coming in & out of the inlet, you can enjoy drinks & apps or dinner from wither the outdoor patio or the indoor dining room with panoramic windows all around.
The apps includes, among others, araccini - 5-6 mini risotto rice balls stuffed with wild mushrooms & truffles atop a dollop of spicy creme sauce, duck tacos, shrimp cocktail, tuna tartare, several types or raw oysters ,a large sushi menu, salads, and more.
Main are both land & sea, but a fun place to fall in for drinks & some apps if you are u east in the area and a very relaxing atmosphere.
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