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1. ITA Kitchen
4.4
Awesome(938)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Bay Shore
Booked 23 times today
Salvatore Sorrentino’s NEWEST CONCEPT, I•T•A Kitchen is our version of innovative Italian American Cuisine. Located in Bay Shore’s quaint village.
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2. Salt and Barrel
4.7
Exceptional(1669)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Bay Shore
Booked 21 times today
An authentic oyster bar with an urban vibe and vintage soul. Serving classic cocktails, craft taps, and coastal fare with a rotating selection of east/west coast oysters daily.
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3. The Lakehouse
4.7
Exceptional(3145)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Bay Shore
Booked 13 times today
Since 2006, The LakeHouse restaurant has been the jewel of Bay Shore, NY. In the summer of 2016, owners Eileen & Matthew Connors and Jay Gut moved locations to a brand new dockside treasure. With stunning views and multiple fireplaces, comfortable seating for 100+ guests, two lounge areas, deck overlooking the Great South Bay, and both an indoor tavern room and a waterfront bar, The Lakehouse is touted by many as “one of the best restaurants on Long Island.” At night, the deck is illuminated, as is the waterfront lounge area where guests can congregate for after-dinner cocktails. This New American fine dining experience is not to be missed. The Lakehouse can now be reached by boat as well, as guest dockage is available at the new gorgeous bayside locale.*Please note that we not take reservations for particular tables & we cannot promise a particular area or table.
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4. Tellers: An American Chophouse
4.8
Exceptional(5576)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steak • Islip
Booked 44 times today
Tellers is not just a Chophouse, it’s an institution. Born in 1999 out of an old bank, Tellers’ 25-foot-high ceilings and windows visually delight guests from the moment they enter our Main Dining Room, with the original Mosler Vault serving as a wine room at the heart of our restaurant. Our exceptional culinary team constructs progressive takes on the classics, while allowing the traditional Chophouse fare to take center stage, with USDA PRIME, 35-day dry-aged beef as our cornerstone. The Gold Bar pays homage to the unforgettable bars of years past, offering a world class beverage program and wine lists. Tellers Chophouse also offers private events...Now Booking – Tellers Next Door – a dedicated private event space that carries on our history. Sophisticated elegance, experienced and seamless service, and renowned cuisine. Tellers – An American Chophouse.Reservations are recommended but walk-ins are always welcome.
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5. Captain Bill's
4.7
Exceptional(2017)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Bay Shore
Booked 8 times today
Treat those you love to casual, yet elegant waterfront dining on the Great South Bay at Captain Bill's, where you can savor the spectacular sunset over the water while enjoying a fresh daily selection of clams, oysters and fresh local fish along with live Maine lobsters from our lobster tank. We also specialize in premium aged steaks and prime rib, prepared just the way you like it. If you are looking for a lighter bite, join us in our bar where we offer a menu featuring baby lamb chops, shrimp quesadillas and the best burger in town. Wind down the work week on Friday's happy hour with discounted house drinks, domestic beer and wine(Happy Hour Tues-Fri, 4-7). Every Sunday, Captain Bill's presents one of Long Islands premier brunch buffets. Featuring unlimited Bloody Marys, Mimosas and Champagne as well as an extensive buffet. Bring your friends and family for a wonderful Sunday Brunch by the harbor. (Deck and Window tables will be accommodated on a first come first serve basis)
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6. Whalers
4.6
Exceptional(1349)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Bay Shore
Booked 3 times today
We’re so excited to bring Whalers to Bay Shore and share our love of amazing food and great drinks with the community. Our menu is modern American cuisine, so you’ll find the classics that you’re used to but with our own little spin. In addition to our casual dining and nightlife, we also offer full catering services. With huge windows and views of the Great South Bay, Whalers will be the perfect location to host your next event!We will do our best to accommodate your requests, but we cannot guarantee where you will be seated. Additionally, reservations are unavailable for dockside dining, as outdoor tables are first come first serve.Whalers is modern and fresh with a nod to what it’s like growing up on the Great South Bay. Located right in the middle of the action down on Maple Ave, we are looking forward to getting customers who live locally, but also those who are heading over to Fire Island. We look forward to serving you!
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7. The James
4.5
Awesome(285)
Price: Very Expensive
• Continental • Babylon
Booked 51 times today
Welcome to The James, an elegant restaurant that boasts two spacious floors, a large bar, and impeccable service.At The James, we have built a menu that you can proudly look upon as your favorite local restaurant, with a design and ambiance that will impress for all special occasions. Our chefs prepare locally sourced seafood, fresh pastas, and USDA Prime-grade steaks from the finest and freshest ingredients. Tantalize your tastebuds with intriguing and fun new dishes.
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8. Primi Italian Steakhouse
4.8
Exceptional(1411)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • West Islip
Booked 31 times today
Primi Italian Steakhouse, located on the South Shore of Long Island, has authentic Italian fare coupled with dry-aged prime steaks. Primi has been one of the leading restaurants to not only dine, but host an intimate and most delicious event! You may dine upstairs in our private room featuring a fireplace and long tables for an intimate affair; in our main dining room under the chandeliers with a speakeasy vibe and retro art design; or in front of our brick fireplace in the Lounge for a more relaxed feel and stimulating atmosphere, and lastly our outdoor Patio.      Our 18 seated Gally Bar is filled with the finest liquors, 2 flat screen t.v.'s, and our Wine Cases showcase and house some of the best wines in the World, along with all your favorites!  Guest favorites are our specialty...dry-aged steaks and classic Italian dishes!    
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9. Besito Mexican - West Islip
4.7
Exceptional(1814)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • West Islip
Booked 25 times today
Besito Mexican, translated as little kiss, strives to delight guests with the warmth of a private hacienda offering thoughtful details and cuisine. Besito was rated “excellent” by the New York Times with decor that embraces all the flavors and festivity of Mexican cuisine. Enjoy fresh, table-side guacamole and over 75 tequilas all straight from Mexico.
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10. The Halston
4.4
Awesome(198)
Price: Expensive
• American • Melville
Booked 44 times today
Welcome to The Halston American Kitchen & Bar, a new and exciting concept by legendary restauranteur Anthony Scotto, offering you a five-star dining experience that is approachable, fun, and lively!The Halston is the perfect choice for everything from a business lunch to a family dinner, from date night to friends’ night, to our Sunday Soiree brunch. Private dining rooms are available for social or corporate events and the outdoor terrace is the perfect setting for evening cocktails and dining under the stars. The Halston offers a vast array of culinary delights that are both dazzling to the eyes and delectable to the pallet. From signature salads, handhelds, burgers, and tacos…to sushi, seafood, pasta, and more, with the perfectly paired wine or cocktail to complement any meal. Whether dining in or taking out, our menu has something for everyone!

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  • Lawrence
    New York City •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Willie our server was super attentive and the entire support staff was spot on. Chelsea at the bar was equally amazing. What a great day!
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    Tellers: An American ChophousePrice: Very Expensive• Steak• Islip
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    4.8
  • Laura
    New York City •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    What s fantastic night! First: we were running late, I called and they changed our reservation no problem. Second: we asked to move tables TWICE and they moved us with smiles no problem. We ordered oysters to begin-wow were they delicious. Our craft cocktails were outstanding. We enjoyed our meal and lengthy conversation. After dinner we moved to the bar area to enjoy the band and more cocktails along side a beautiful crowd of friendly faces, the crowd was dressed trendy and fashionable. Loved the atmosphere and hospitality. A++ experience.
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    Salt and BarrelPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Bay Shore
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    4.7
  • Patvip
    West Palm Beach •54 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Excellent Food Brian our server was excellent. He selected the best meals for us. All was delicious 😋. Also the Chardonnay was delicious 😋 Love 💕 the experience We will definitely be back when we return to Long Island. We live in Florida Thanks again for a wonderful 70th Birthday 🎂 celebration. Patty Sinclair 561-573-5670
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    The LakehousePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Bay Shore
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    4.7
  • Charlesvip
    New York City •118 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Best restaurant in the area. Excellent menu with many selections. The presentation was impeccable. Definitely a must go to. Great value. Staff from the hosts, servers & valet top notch.
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    Captain Bill'sPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Bay Shore
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    4.7
  • Kimvip
    New York City •36 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Absolutely everything we ordered was perfect. And it was hard to make a decision so we’ll have to to come back. There were so many options that I loved. My friend and I ordered dirty martinis, mine had blue cheese, stuffed olives, and hers did not because she doesn’t like that. They were perfect. Then we both ordered a Manhattan with Rye, which was also lovely, although the restaurant should probably invest in some better cherries… You should have Amarena cherries on hand with craft cocktails.  For appetizers, we got the risotto balls, the meatballs, and the artichokes oreganata… Everything was fantastic and we took some home. For dinner I ordered the Andrew’s chicken, my husband ordered the spicy chicken with the cherry peppers, and our friends ordered the shrimp over spinach. We were way too full for dessert but next time I’m getting the espresso martini flight for dessert! Our waiter was not around enough, but he was super busy from what I could tell— the place was jammin.’ However, there is plenty of other busing staff and food runners that were always on hand to help with anything we needed. We will definitely be back. 
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    ITA KitchenPrice: Expensive• Italian• Bay Shore
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    4.4

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