Best Gastro Pubs in Hempstead

This is the best restaurant in Long Island and quite possibly the best diner we have ever been to. The staff are impeccably trained, gracious, helpful, and just lovely people. The food is amazing! Everything from their salads, to their sliders or chicken and waffles, everything on the menu is delicious. We come here often and love it! I cannot recommend this restaurant enough!!

1:30 lunch on a Thursday. Restaurant looked beautiful, busy but not sound level was very good—easy to hear my companion’s conversation. Hostess and waitress were friendly and accommodating. I had the espresso martini, my friend the Lillie’s Cup. Both cocktails were beautifully prepared and delicious. My friend had the fresh burrata salad from the bar menu, again beautifully presented, I had the Caprese sandwich, no French fries. The sandwich is not very big, fine for me, but heartier eaters should get the fries or a substitute. I think fries aren’t the best side for this sandwich actually, but most of their lunch sandwiches come with fries only. Quite an enjoyable experience and we’ll definitely be back (be sure to make reservations way in advance.)

We went at an off hour (2 PM) so got stuck between shifts. We lost our waiter halfway through the service. On the plus side we were able to speak with the chef. All of the food was fresh and inventive and locally sourced when possible (Shinnecock Bay scallops). This is a gastropub so expect elevated food in casual but cozy surroundings.

Always a great meal and service at Garden Social! Our #1 place to go on the weekends!

The service at Beginnings is ALWAYS EXCEPTIONAL. The food was outstanding just wish certain things were a little hotter. In this economy, the value of what you get is IMPRESSIVE! Will certainly be back