Breakfast With The Foodies
The Long Islander Foodies are not breakfast people. Our palates and our waking hours steer us toward eating experiences that begin no earlier than lunch. Recognizing that ours is not a universal preference, we got ourselves up and out to take in some of the town’s more popular breakfast spots.
For Full Review Click Here << published 3/4/10

The Second Coming Of Cocofe
Everything you knew about Sally’s Cocofe has changed.
For Full Review Click Here << published 2/25/10

Taking Three Steps To Good Italian
We’ve come to learn that there are three steps to making good Italian: one, use quality ingredients; two, don’t rush it; and three, make it with love. Some Italian restaurants get that, and Tre Scalini seems to be one of them.
For Full Review Click Here << published 2/18/10

A Sweet Spot For Authentic Thai Food
For lovers of Thai food, the search for authentic Thai cuisine can entail a drive. The Foodies ventured from our normal stomping grounds to try Siam Lotus, a little gem of a restaurant on the south shore. Located in a modest storefront in Bay Shore, Siam Lotus has a following among those who seek authentic Thai cuisine, and it doesn’t disappoint.
For Full Review Click Here << published 2/11/10

When Takeout Calls, Fireside Answers
If your restaurant serves you a salad with good tomatoes in January, chances are you’ve made a wise decision.
For Full Review Click Here << published 2/4/10

When Takeout Calls, Fireside Answers
Plans change. When injury sidelined one of the Foodies this week, the restaurant visit we’d been planning – and really looking forward to – had to be postponed. The mishap that caused us to cancel our plans also compromised home cooking efforts.
For Full Review Click Here << published 1/28/10

Seeing Red And Loving Every Minute
Usually when people see red, it’s not a good thing, but the Foodies saw “Red” last week and enjoyed every minute of it.
For Full Review Click Here << published 1/21/10

Turning Up The Heat At The Spice Village Grill
Don’t be fooled – Spice Village Grill is not just an Indian restaurant.
For Full Review Click Here << published 1/14/10

Time For BBQ At Wild Hog
We weren’t sure what to expect from a place with a name like Wild Hog, but our radar is finely tuned for finding Southern style barbecue joints and from the name alone, this was clearly one.
For Full Review Click Here << published 1/7/10

A Year Of Dining In Huntington
2009 was full of surprises for Huntington’s culinary world. We bid farewell to some old friends, said hello to a few new ones, and sought out some of the best deals in town. We also embarked on the Town’s first Restaurant Week to showcase all that the “Little Apple” has to offer. The result? A year of new adventures in the foodie business.
For Full Review Click Here << published 12/31/09

When Cheesecake Is For Breakfast
We normally wouldn’t dream of having cheesecake for breakfast, but a trip to the Walt Whitman Mall changed our minds.
For Full Review Click Here << published 12/24/09

Sushi On The Run
In Huntington there are many theories on what exactly constitutes a “Huntington roll.” Check out the numerous sushi shops throughout the township and you’ll find a number of permutations on our namesake sushi.
For Full Review Click Here << published 12/17/09

When Chefs Gather
It’s a flock of birds, a gaggle of geese, a pod of whales… what do you call a group of Long Island’s finest chefs? In a word, mouth-watering.
For Full Review Click Here << published 12/10/09

At Miller’s, Game Day Is Serious Business
For football fans, Sunday is showtime for America’s gridiron rivalries, and Miller’s Ale House aims to please.
For Full Review Click Here << published 12/3/09

When It Pays To Be Blond
The old adage says that blonds have more fun, and after dining at Blond in Huntington village, we see why.
For Full Review Click Here << published 11/26/09

Toast To Life At Porto Vivo Chef’s Table
Since opening at the end of August, Porto Vivo (7 Gerard St., Huntington 631-385-8486 www.porto-vivo.com) has established itself as a deserving contender on the Huntington hot list. Its stunning, multi-level contemporary interior has made a former antiques warehouse inviting. Able hands – indeed, well qualified ones – in the kitchen, have made even discerning diners take notice. And a host of celebrity sightings – from Billy Joel to Serena Williams to chef Todd English – have made for plenty of buzz. Heck, even the owner’s a celebrity of sorts. Joy Mangano is a personality very familiar to fans of the Home Shopping Network where her Huggable Hangers (250 million sold) and Miracle Mop are top sellers.
For Full Review Click Here << published 11/19/09

Faz’s: A Tex-Mex Recession Buster
A road trip in the eastern direction will take you to a place so good you have to say the name twice.
For Full Review Click Here << published 11/12/09

Faz’s: A Tex-Mex Recession Buster
At Faz’s Tex-Mex Grill in Huntington village, a pizza can tell a big story.
Confused? Don’t be. The grill, located at 38 Gerard Street, offers up Tex-Mex pizzas, each starting with a flour tortilla, mozzarella cheese and marinara sauce, baked until it’s crispy. Then, add your choice of chili, black beans, jalapenos, vegetarian chili, chicken fajita, chorizo or chicken stew. Since all of this will run you between $4 and $6, we expected an equally modest portion to go with the modest price.
For Full Review Click Here << published 11/5/09

Reviewers Rave About Restaurant Week
After 12 days of three-course meals during Dine Huntington Restaurant Week, we Foodies were ready for one simple, classic meal: a burger and fries.
And so we found ourselves at Smok a Burger’s on Larkfield Road.
For Full Review Click Here << published 10/29/09

Reviewers Rave About Restaurant Week
With only two more days left to “dine Huntington,” the reviews are coming in, and all indications are that Dine Huntington Restaurant Week is a success. Participating restaurants townwide are enjoying a steady flow of traffic as diners take the opportunity to try new restaurants and enjoy the three-course menus being offered through tomorrow, Oct. 23.
For Full Review Click Here << published 10/22/09

Yummy Sushi: It's True
Sushi purists advise against dousing one’s lunch in that ever-present soy sauce-wasabi concoction. It’s a trap many of us fall into, slopping the stuff all over our sushi and sashimi, masking what the chef was going for. In sushi, the fish is the star, fresh and full-bodied.
For Full Review Click Here << published 10/15/09

Take-Out Or Dine-In, Jani Is Tops
Every Chinese food restaurant does things a little differently, whether it’s putting its own spin on an egg roll, having a different proportion of vegetables in the moo shu, or the consistency of the sweet and sour sauce. Jani restaurant is no exception, and we found that all their unique takes are wonderful.
For Full Review Click Here << published 10/8/09

Aunt Chilada Delivers
Call it bias if you must, but it seems we have a thing in our hearts for our aunts at this newspaper.
On our way home from Cow Harbor Day, we needed something to warm our rain-soaked bones after sampling the concession noshes. Enter Aunt Chilada’s Mexican Grill in Northport, which warmed us up and filled us up.
For Full Review Click Here << published 10/1/09

Make Reservations Now!
More than 50 restaurants participating in Dine Huntington Restaurant Week Oct 12-23Book your tables now because prime nights are going fast as word spreads about Dine Huntington Restaurant Week, sponsored by Huntington Township Chamber of Commerce, Long Islander Newspapers and Lexus of Massapequa.
For Full Review Click Here << published 9/24/09

Pizza, Pasta And More At Spuntino
Don’t let the massive amounts of pizza boxes you see when you first walk into Spuntino fool you – there’s more to this restaurant than just good pizza.
For Full Review Click Here << published 9/17/09

Five Guys Means Great Burgers
Labor Day fired up our hankering for a really good burger, and that brought us to Five Guys Burgers and Fries in Huntington Station, next to Applebees.
For Full Review Click Here << published 9/10/09

Hit The Deck!
It’s late Sunday afternoon. As a warm afternoon sun begins its descent toward the horizon, there’s a rumbling in these Foodies’ tummies that says it’s time to eat. But it’s too beautiful a day to head indoors, and with the end of summer fast approaching, the opportunities to enjoy just such days may be limited. Where to eat and enjoy the beauty of the waning day? In Huntington, there’s only one choice. We headed north on New York Avenue to Prime.
For Full Review Click Here << published 9/3/09

It’s My Fiesta And I’ll Eat How I Want To
Everyone may know about Pancho Villa’s, a Huntington village staple for 30 years, but what they may not know is just how easy it is to customize each dish to your taste.
For Full Review Click Here << published 8/27/09

It's More Than Mexican
There’s a new Latin restaurant in Town, and it’s one where arepas and pupusas take center stage.
For Full Review Click Here << published 8/20/09

How's That For A Shipwreck?
If you didn’t think a shipwreck could ever be a good thing, you haven’t paid a visit to Tim’s Shipwreck Diner in Northport.
For Full Review Click Here << published 8/13/09

Remember Why You First Fell In Love With Jonathan's
A favorite restaurant is like a marriage.
First you fall in love. Then you settle into that comfortable routine. It’s great if you want someone to complete your sentences for the rest of your life. But in a good marriage, you change things up and throw in a few surprises so things don’t become too routine.
For Full Review Click Here << published 8/6/09

It’s A Family Affair At Almarco
Every Italian restaurant in Huntington village has a different flair to it, and Almarco Italian Grill is where the simple but sophisticated meets traditional Italian cooking.
For Full Review Click Here << published 7/30/09

Good Food, Great Deals At Feed & Grain
The Northport Feed and Grain, named after its original tenant – the Village Stables, according to legend – is back to the trough for a second coming.
For Full Review Click Here << published 7/23/09

On The Road With The Bakery Boys
Thomas and Greg Reinwald grew up in the bakery business. So did their father, and his father before him. This summer, the fourth-generation bakery boys took the ultimate foodie road trip; starting from Los Angeles, the brothers drove across the south and up the east coast, visiting 22 small town bakeries in 11 states.
For Full Review Click Here << published 7/16/09

Pizza, With The Works
With the warm weather fast approaching and rain clouds drifting away – at least, we hope – there seemed no better place for a summer dinner than one that conveys thoughts of palm trees, beaches and sunshine. And so, we found ourselves at California Pizza Kitchen.
For Full Review Click Here << published 7/9/09

More Than Just Panini
Any restaurant that boasts 68 panini might run the risk of typecasting. While La Bottega on Wall Street in Huntington has a lot to do with panini, it’s far from the whole show.
For Full Review Click Here << published 7/2/09

Bravo Nader Earns Earns His Name
If pigs could fly,
they’d fly straight to Nader.
Fish do.
For Full Review Click Here << published 6/25/09

Fresh Eats At Italian Grill
Who knew “two big Sicilian boys from Texas who love to cook and eat” would end up with restaurants on Long Island?
For Full Review Click Here << published 6/18/09

Comfort Rules At Robke's
The restaurant business is known for its high failure rate, but when an eatery’s a hit, it has staying power. Few restaurants in the Town of Huntington have the staying power that Robke’s Country Inn has enjoyed over the years… er, decades.
For Full Review Click Here << published 6/11/09

Boardwalk? We’ve Got Francesco’s
Let’s go back, shall we? How about to the days of drive-up dining? The days when Ike was president, Chevrolet Bel Airs were the hottest cars around and the fastest food came by way of roller-skates and waitresses with trays in tow. Thanks to Francesco’s of New York, at 918 Jericho Turnpike in Huntington Station, that option is available again, minus the waitresses on roller-skates.
For Full Review Click Here << published 6/4/09

Visit Argentina At Café Buenos Aires
We’ve deemed the Town of Huntington many things, among them the restaurant capital of Long Island and the culture capital of Long Island. Café Buenos Aires in Huntington village is where both food and culture converge in an experience that can be described as exotic, delicious, unique and enticing.
For Full Review Click Here << published 5/28/09

Fresh Catches At Jeff's Seafood
Fresh Catches At Jeff's SeafoodWith all Huntington’s beautiful waterfront, it continues to amaze us that there isn’t a cozy clam shack where one can enjoy a half-dozen cherrystones or a cup of chowder while taking in the view.
For Full Review Click Here << published 5/21/09

Venus: Disching Out Greek-American Delights

With Mother’s Day looming on the day of our visit, that was our reaction when we had the rice pudding ($3.50) at Venus, 828 Fort Salonga Road, in East Northport. The recipe, said Cyprus-born proprietor Kyriakos Parpas, comes from his mother, as do several others on his restaurant’s menu. It was the cinnamon, we agreed, that makes their pudding so good.
For Full Review Click Here << published 5/14/09

When In Rome...
A recent trip brought us Foodies to Foodie Paradise: Italia! In that boot-shaped land of ‘mangiamo,’ we enjoyed eight days of non-stop epicurean pleasure; each meal seemingly was better than the last.
For Full Review Click Here << published 5/7/09

Best Buffet Is Back In Business
Best Buffet, formerly the East Buffet at 271 New York Avenue, Huntington Station, is back in business after being shuttered in August 2008 by a fire that heavily damaged the interior. The smoke damage and subsequent repairs closed them for many months, but they’re back, much to the delight of the brisk Huntington Station lunch crowd.
For Full Review Click Here << published 4/23/09

Meehan’s Of Huntington
Finally – an Italian restaurant whose menu we don’t have committed to memory before we even walk through the door!
For Full Review Click Here << published 4/16/09

Meehan’s Of Huntington
The 1980s television staple Cheers – as the theme song stated – was the place “where everybody knows your name.”
For Full Review Click Here << published 4/9/09

A Sushi Star In Huntington Station
Any place that has something called the Long Islander roll on its daily specials can’t be half-bad. Kohaku, a Japanese restaurant we just visited, does, and they’re much more than that – they’re a culinary diamond in the rough, and a great find to take advantage of at the footstep of Huntington Station.
For Full Review Click Here << published 4/2/09

‘So’y Delicious Food At Tula Kitchen
If a vegan, a vegetarian and a meat-eater all want to go out for dinner, where do they go? Tula Kitchen, of course.
For Full Review Click Here << published 3/26/09

Huntington’s Best-Kept Seafood Secret
One of Huntington’s best kept dining secrets sits in a small triangle of land where New York Avenue meets Stewart Avenue in Huntington village. Marty’s Gourmet Seafood is well known as a reliable purveyor of fresh seafood, offering a selection of fresh cuts and shellfish from local waters – flounder, clams and scallops – as well selections from farther asea – salmon, halibut, tuna and tilapia, for instance.
For Full Review Click Here << published 3/19/09

Skip Into Spring With Smoothies
Though the temperatures are still relatively low, spring is just around the corner, and us Foodies had a hankering for something summery. We decided to head to Tropical Smoothie Café in Huntington Station to sip their sweet smoothies in anticipation of warmer days to come.
For Full Review Click Here << published 3/12/09

Dinner At Jonny D’s
With the weather being the way it has been the last few weeks, who could blame us for a bit of indulging in the rich staples of mother Italy – you never know when you’ll be snowbound.
For Full Review Click Here << published 3/5/09

That’s Amore At Commack’s Ciao Baby
Frank Sinatra did it his way, and Ciao Baby in Commack does it your way.
For Full Review Click Here << published 2/26/09

Going Cuban At Cafe Havana
If you ask the wait staff at Cafe Havana what’s behind the flavorful pop and tasty tangs of their Latin dishes, they’ll tell you it’s a secret. Well, they may not be willing to dish on their ingredients, but we’re certainly willing to spill the (black) beans on the newfound Foodie hot spot.
For Full Review Click Here << published 2/19/09

Treats For The Sweet On Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day. If you only take your sweetheart out to dinner once a year (and if that’s the case, shame on you), this is the day. And because nothing says “I love you” like a shared meal in a beautiful setting with service that’s discreet yet attentive, where you dine is as important as what you eat.
For Full Review Click Here << published 2/12/09

Slide Into Sweetness At Crumbs
Huntington’s newest bakery has us crumbling with joy. Crumbs Bake Shop, which opened just three weeks ago, boasts a tasty array of baked goods that are sure to satisfy any sweet tooth.
For Full Review Click Here << published 2/5/09

Making Memories At Milleridge
When it comes to eating at Milleridge Inn in Jericho, it’s not just about a hearty meal – it’s an evening, tucked away from Jericho Turnpike, in a different time, and they’ve been doing it just that way since they became the Milleridge in 1946.
For Full Review Click Here << published 1/29/09

Why Wait For The Carnival?
Hot dog! You don’t have to wait for the carnival to come to town to enjoy authentic festival food. Francesco’s of New York, which opened this summer at the site of a short-lived Italian Ice stand on Jericho Turnpike, serves up the kind of fare that will have you reminiscing about feast days in Little Italy, or the food court at a typical carnival.
For Full Review Click Here << published 1/15/09

Eastern Riches, Tasty Dishes
Named after Ariana, the Greek goddess of the sea, Ariana Restaurant and Café in Huntington village represents a fresh and flavorful blend of Eastern cuisines and Western dishes. Accented with spices and herbs, Ariana’s bold plates combine the finest ingredients to please taste buds.
For Full Review Click Here << published 1/8/09

Some Soup For You
Frosty and numb from the cold winter air, the Foodies decided to head to Kozy Kettle in Huntington village for a cup of hot soup we expected would warm us right up.
For Full Review Click Here << published 1/1/09

A Trip ’Round The World At Prime
Driving north on New York Avenue, finally emerging among the narrow road is Prime – a diner’s haven of sumptuous food, spectacular views and a SOMETHING. A recent visit had us feeling like we took a culinary trip around the world with wines and food from every corner – and boy, were we flying first class.
For Full Review Click Here << published 12/25/08

On The Winding Road To Fried Clam Heaven
Every so often the Foodies hit the road because some eating experiences are worth the drive.
Such is the case with Bigelow’s, the self-proclaimed fried Ipswich clam capital of Long Island. An eatery of modest proportions, Bigelow’s is not much more than a fish shack in an unexpected place. It stands where it was built nearly three-quarters of a century ago when the corner of Long Beach Road and Sunrise Highway was a very different place. From the moment one pulls into the parking lot, it’s clear that a meal at Bigelow’s is going to be a step back in time.
For Full Review Click Here << published 12/18/08

Fresh Fish Stars At The Greek Captain
Fried calamari is not supposed to be rubbery, no matter how much tough squid you’ve gnawed away at over the years.
For Full Review Click Here << published 12/11/08

Sweet And Spicy Rules At Sri Thai
In search of a feast from the East, the Foodies ventured to Sri Thai in Huntington village and found that sweet and spicy brings culinary sparkle to New Street. Fried calamari is not supposed to be rubbery, no matter how much tough squid you’ve gnawed away at over the years.
For Full Review Click Here << published 12/4/08

Four Stars For Four Food Studio
With the leaves falling and the chill setting in, we decided we wanted to hit up a restaurant known for celebrating the seasons, so we ventured over to Four Food Studio and Cocktail Salon in Melville.
For Full Review Click Here << published 11/27/08

Sushi’s A Sure Bet At Hikudo
In the restaurant capital of Long Island, there’s no shortage of restaurants that can satisfy a sushi craving. In just a few blocks on Huntington’s Main Street, there are no less than a half-dozen sushi bars, each with its own flavor. The newcomer on the block, Hikudo Asian Bistro and Sushi is celebrating its first year at the former Imperial Chinese Restaurant. With a sharp sushi chef, experienced cooks in the kitchen and always an owner on premises, Hikudo has all the ingredients for success.
For Full Review Click Here << published 11/20/08

Taxi’s: Earning Its Fare In Comfort Food
When I saw the Suicide Wings on Taxi’s Grille menu at 217 New York Ave. in Huntington, your humble Foodie correspondent, who also happens to be a glutton for punishment, couldn’t resist diving in headfirst.
For Full Review Click Here << published 11/13/08

A Telling Visit To Tellers Chophouse
Defined as an “American chophouse,” Tellers is where class, elegance and a flare for sophistication meet world-class dining. Brought to you by the same family that owns Prime in Huntington and H2O Seafood Grill in Smithtown, Tellers brings the same exceptional experience – local seafood dishes are fresh and succulent, and the steaks exceptional. The service is impeccable as well – even the care with which water is poured caught our attention.
For Full Review Click Here << published 11/6/08

Ludlow Bistro Here To Stay
Now thriving in its third year, Ludlow Bistro in Deer Park is a boutique style bistro that is setting the trend for the new generation.
For Full Review Click Here << published 10/30/08

Who’s Got The Beef In Huntington?
Who’s got the best burger in Huntington? Well that depends on just what kind of burger you’re in the mood for. One thing’s for sure… the restaurant capital of Long Island has as many types of burgers as there are tastes. From the classic burger to deluxe to fine restaurants that put the deluxe in burger, there’s a burger for your every mood.
For Full Review Click Here << published 10/23/08

A ‘Sweet’ Lunch Locale
Their motto is “Come as strangers, leave as friends.” If you’re looking for a plum place in Huntington village for great lunches, it’s time to make friends with the Sweet Thyme Café.
For Full Review Click Here << published 10/16/08

Stuffed To The Gills At Legal Sea Foods
The food philosophy at Legal Sea Foods is not like that of any other place we’ve ventured recently. The Legal Sea Foods group says it is not a restaurant selling fish. Rather, it is a fish company in the restaurant business.
For Full Review Click Here << published 10/9/08

Serving Up A German Culinary Tradition
As the changing leaves and chilly fall air has returned, so has the season for Oktoberfest. Eager to celebrate this yearly tradition, the Foodies ventured over to the Black Forest Brew Haus in Farmingdale for some refreshingly cold beers and some exquisite German cuisine.
For Full Review Click Here << published 10/2/08

Nothing Sad About The Blue Room
Some things change over time, but one thing has not – make the Blue Room a top stop on your list if you want to eat well in East Northport, especially if you love seafood.
For Full Review Click Here << published 9/25/08

Creative Ideas Reign At Jericho’s Martoni’s
Along Jericho Turnpike in Greenlawn, a handful of restaurants have been drawing customers to this small strip of eateries, including Fred’s German restaurant, which was great at one time but fell into a tailspin and was eventually closed and sold.
For Full Review Click Here << published 9/18/08

It’s All About The Ingredients At Chipotle
In today’s culinary world, it goes without saying that a restaurant needs to do something different to survive. Well, Chipotle Mexican Grill is not only surviving, it’s expanding, and we couldn’t be happier about it, given the recent opening of its newest Long Island location in Huntington Station.
For Full Review Click Here << published 9/11/08

New Deli Serves Up Cafe’s Charm
One of the most interesting places to pick up a quick bite to eat opened recently just off New York Avenue in the heart of Huntington village, and if the lines don’t prove to you that this is a great place to go, just check out the menu.
For Full Review Click Here << published 9/4/08

Find Chocolately Bliss At Sally’s Cocofé
Founded for the love of chocolate, Sally’s Cocofé, Huntington village’s newest café-style restaurant and chocolate shop, is a chocolate lover’s dream come true. When we visited last week, we discovered that it is truly a place to go to indulge one’s chocolate cravings.
For Full Review Click Here << published 8/28/08

Back To School And Out To Lunch
As we gear up to get the kids back to school, we relish the “free” time we’re going to have, but know that the reality is that with kids in school, life is usually more hectic and overscheduled than during the summer – you know, the time when it seemed that you couldn’t get the kids out of your hair for five minutes.
For Full Review Click Here << published 8/21/08

Enticing Continental North Of Main
Tenants in Huntington village may change with the blink of an eye, but we’re not complaining – it brought Noma restaurant to the Foodies.
For Full Review Click Here << published 8/14/08

Savoring Sweet Treats At Herrell’s
There’s a new ice cream joint in Town and us Foodies ventured over just as it opened last weekend in hopes of finding a cool treat to help us cool off in the hazy summer heat.

For Full Review Click Here << published 8/7/08

Black & Blue And Good All Over
Situated in the heart of Huntington’s restaurant district, Black & Blue has replaced Off The Wall, with executive chef Steven Del Lima from Wild Fin in Huntington Village. This CIA grad with more than 16 years in the biz proved his mettle at Auereole, Daniel and other New York City restaurants before opening the acclaimed RSVP in Bayville and later Wild Fin.

For Full Review Click Here << published 7/31/08

Covering All The Bases At Rookies
It’s been a good year for New York sports. The Giants took the Super Bowl, the Rangers made a run in the playoffs, and hey, the Mets are even in first place – for the moment, anyway. Luckily for Huntington sports fans looking to watch their favorite teams go at it, Rookies Sports Club has stepped up to the plate.

For Full Review Click Here << published 7/24/08

Something For Everyone At Joanne’s
Just a few steps off Main Street, Joanne’s Gourmet Pizza offers a whole new world of pizza creations that the Foodies have been longing to try.
Patriotically themed and colored in reds, blues and whites, Joanne’s stands out from the other stores and restaurants on New Street because of its bright red exterior. The inside is just as memorable, with silver chairs, tables and flat screen televisions, American flag paintings and black and white framed posters.

For Full Review Click Here << published 7/17/08

Six Months Of Munching In Huntington
As your local sources on the latest from Huntington’s food world, we’ve recently told you where to dine for sensational summer fun and how to make the most of some outdoor dining hotspots. There are a few restaurants, however, that are worth refreshing your memory of if you’re looking for that perfect night out, and so, we offer you some highlights from our restaurant adventures over the last six months.

For Full Review Click Here << published 7/10/08

Dive Into Seafood At Pier 441
On a recent Friday night the regular Foodies decided to get together and have dinner at a new restaurant. Located in the space that until recently held Ay Caramba! (and served so many customers by other names before it), Pier 441, nestled between Main Street in Centerport and the Mill Pond, is making a name for itself based on new approaches to standard fine dining fare.

For Full Review Click Here << published 7/3/08

A Mexican Oasis At Green Cactus
No Annual Guide To Huntington would be complete without a look at one of Huntington village’s most recent newcomers to the restaurant scene. Long Islander Foodies, who had been making the trek to Green Cactus Mexican Grill’s Jericho Turnpike location, buzzed all around The Long Islander with excitement when the Mexican joint took over the old Quiznos space on Main Street between Green and Prospect streets, just steps away from our office.

For Full Review Click Here << published 6/26/08

Cool Off Nice With A Savory Ice
Summer is approaching and the temperature is beginning to rise so high that the neighborhood youth are trying their hand at cracking eggs on the sidewalk to see if they’ll cook. When those heat waves set in, there’s nothing better to refresh a dry, thirsty throat than ices and ice cream, and Ralph’s Famous Italian Ices is the place to go for both.

For Full Review Click Here << published 6/19/08

Shacked Up For Summer 2008!
It’s summer, and instead of BBQ-ing in the backyard you want to go out to dinner, but still be able to enjoy the warm weather. The kids are craving hot dogs and hamburgers, but your taste buds are yearning for grilled chicken or shrimp over a bed of lettuce. Think there’s no place in town to satisfy everyone’s hunger? Think again- The Shack on Route 25A in Centerport caters to all ages and diets while providing an open-air atmosphere with exceptionally friendly service. 

For Full Review Click Here << published 6/12/08

A Summer Vacation For The Senses
The American Burger Co. flagship store in Huntington finally made the leap at the end of April and has transformed its exterior to be American Roadside Burgers, falling in line with its Smithtown branch.

For Full Review Click Here << published 6/5/08

Handshakin’ Friendly At Charlie Brown’s
The handshake. It’s the quintessential greeting, a welcoming sign of friendship, trust, and hospitality. So it serves as no coincidence to the Foodies that a handshake is the logo over at Charlie Brown’s Steakhouse.

For Full Review Click Here << published 5/29/08

Melt Into Bliss At The Melting Pot
Located just south of the Long Island Expressway, the Melting Pot in Farmingdale had us melting into bliss as soon as we walked in the door. Classy and sophisticated in appearance with shades of maroon, forest, navy and slate gray, the ambience of the fondue restaurant had us relaxed and comfortable before we had even ordered our drinks.

For Full Review Click Here << published 5/22/08

A Taste Of The Mountains
The outside is just as colorful as I remembered it from my first visit to Huntington a couple of years ago; the bright orange exterior made the place stand out from the outside in just as vibrant a way as the food at Fonda Coyoacan stood out behind the small bodega that took up most of the first floor.

For Full Review Click Here << published 5/15/08

A Feast For The Gods At Greek Village
In 1956, Milton Steliaros, a young immigrant from the Greek Island of Chios made his way to America and began his career in the restaurant business. He opened Greek Village restaurant less than 30 years later, and has been bringing authentic Greek cuisine to Commack ever since.

For Full Review Click Here << published5/8/08

Mexican, Any Way You Want It
With Cinco De Mayo just around the corner, the Foodies were in the mood for a taste of authentic Mexican dishes so we decided to dig our forks into the flavorful fare at Baja Grill in East Northport.

For Full Review Click Here << published 5/1/08

Soy With A Side Of Compassion
Wendy Yu’s son tells her every day that it’s about that time. Time to retire. But for Yu, co-owner of Green Melody restaurant in Jericho now is no time to retire. She is in the midst of a life changing moment, not only for herself, but for every diner that walks through Green Melody’s doors.

For Full Review Click Here << published4/24/08

Breaking The Rules At City Cellar
Unlike many fine wine restaurants where the bottles are neatly tucked away in a cool, dry spot downstairs, City Cellar’s wine cellar breaks the rules – it is enclosed in glass and behind the bar for all to see.

For Full Review Click Here << published 4/17/08

Green Leaf Heats Up Thai Cravings
The Foodies were in the mood for a taste of Southeast Asia, so we flew over to Thai Green Leaf in East Northport.

For Full Review Click Here << published 4/10/08

Enjoy Fixed Price Eats At Orlando’s
The Foodies are always in the mood for Italian, so this week we ventured beyond the doors of Orlando’s in Commack. We found a comfortable dining experience matched by an appealing fixed price menu that made for a nice Wednesday night out.

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Swimming In Culinary Delight At H2O
Arriving at H2O Seafood Grill early on a Wednesday night, one might not think to find a crowd in this restaurant that stands somewhat isolated from a downtown hub. But on a recent visit, the crowd was fluid, bustling and filled with cheer as friends gathered to have a drink, grab some premium sushi or sit down for a spectacular dinner.

For Full Review Click Here << published 3/27/08

Find Peace, Love And Cupcakes At Cupcake Gourmet
Tucked away behind the parking lot off of Clinton Avenue lies the dessert of your dreams. Cupcake Gourmet, which opened earlier this month, boasts a variety of gourmet-flavored treats that even Willy Wonka wouldn’t have been creative enough to concoct.

For Full Review Click Here << published 3/20/08

Dining Al Fresco At Amici Of Commack
With spring quickly approaching, the desire to dine outdoors may start to bubble within restaurant-goers. When that is not possible (and even if it is) rely on Amici of Commack to take you to an entirely different world—a world of dining “al fresco” in the fresh air of one of sunny Italy’s piazzas.

For Full Review Click Here << published 3/13/08

A Golden Choice 24 Hours A Day
It may not look like much, perched near the top of the downtown area, shielded by an otherwise bland façade, but the Golden Dolphin is a true diner of old, with the massive laminated menu, the friendly wait staff who call you “Hon” and “Doll,” and the harried cook peeking out to see just how crowded the place is.

For Full Review Click Here << published 3/6/08

Fresh Cuts At Mac’s Steakhouse
If you’re looking for an impressive meal in your own backyard, boy did the Foodies find the place. Tucked away on Gerard Street in Huntington village, Mac’s is where classic steakhouse meets modern hotspot in an explosion of sophistication, quality and presentation.
For Full Review Click Here << published 2/28/08

Enjoy Munday Any Day Of The Week
You might think that a burger joint on Main Street in Huntington just off New York Avenue wants to be something more – the adult re-imagining of a childhood classic. But Peter Pan must make Munday’s his home away from home, because this is a place that clearly refuses to grow up – and we are all the better for it.
For Full Review Click Here << published 2/21/08

Feels Like Home Down At Elijah Churchill’s
For Valentine’s Day, when hearts are on the brain, it seemed appropriate for the Foodies to check out Elijah Churchill’s Public House, named for the first recipient of the Purple Heart medal. Nestled on Route 25A in Fort Salonga, Elijah Churchill’s is where good old-fashioned comfort food and a charmingly rustic character entwine to make you feel at home the minute you step through the door.
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Sweet Spots For Your Sweetheart
In the Town of Huntington, or as we like to call it, the restaurant capital of Long Island, there’s no shortage of spots to make Valentine’s Day special for your sweetheart. Old favorites like Jonathan’s and The Clubhouse fit like a comfortable shoe; while new restaurants offer a new adventure. Choose Honu or Danu in Huntington village, or Melville’s Four Food Studio for a hip and sleek dining experience. Prime (can we still call it a newcomer?) is first-class for food, for atmosphere and for the breathtakingness of its view.
For Full Review Click Here << published 2/7/08

Clubhouse Celebrates 45 Years
In Long Island’s ever-popular, and ever-changing, restaurant capital of Huntington, a restaurant has to be pretty special to stand the test of time. The Clubhouse steakhouse is just that, with a history few can compete with and a culinary expertise above and beyond that of a typical steakhouse.
For Full Review Click Here << published 1/31/08

There’s Nothing Crazy About Burrito Loco
Despite having a pair of singing jalapenos in Sombreros for a logo and a wildly colorful interior, there’s nothing crazy about Burrito Loco. Located in a storefront in the Meat Farms shopping center on Commack Road, Burrito Loco is about freshly prepared Mexican specialties served in a jiffy.
For Full Review Click Here << published 1/24/08

Quick Fix At Good Taste Chinese Buffet
The Foodies this week ventured to the east end of Commack in search of a quick bite and found themselves at Good Taste Chinese Buffet in the Mayfair Shopping Center. Waiting for us was an abundance of choices at an affordable price and the chance to put our culinary creativity to use.
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Mimo’s Means Italian
A newcomer to the Huntington restaurant scene, Mimo’s has opened at the site of the former Asta on Huntington’s Main Street bringing the tastes of Italy to the western end of Main Street.
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Dazzled By Lucia

It’s not hard to find good Italian food in Huntington, but it would be a challenge to find the impeccable and unique kind of Italian cuisine found at Lucia Ristorante on Jericho Turnpike.

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2007: A Year of Dining Delightfully By The Foodies

We’ve taken to calling Huntington the restaurant capital of Long Island and during 2007, it’s lived up to the name. And we’re not talking just Huntington Village — though its reputation as a dining mecca is well-deserved – but townwide. From the shores of Cold Spring Harbor to charming, old-town Northport Village, to deceiving strip malls on Jericho Turnpike, the Town of Huntington boasts some of the finest dining on Long Island, and a few gems are up there with the best in the Metropolitan area.

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House Of India Spices Things Up
Some like it hot. Some like it not. At House of India, you can have it either way.

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Surprise Is The Word At Ay Caramba!
A Spanish phrase that expresses surprise, Ay Caramba could well be the perfect name for the restaurant at the site of the former Viva Juan restaurant in Centerport. Since it was taken over by Mark and Marty Weiner – who most recently owned Northport’s Bayview Bistro – Ay Caramba is full of surprises.
For Full Review Click Here << published 11/29/07

Call It ‘Gree-talian’
Though their bloodline traces to Lebanon, Cynthia and Charles Zaro were raised in a multi-generational household with Greek and Italian grandmothers. When their mother, Sue Zaro, fulfilled a lifelong dream by opening a family style restaurant, Cynthia and Charlie joined the team, and 15 years later, their own children can be found in the kitchen and working the counter at Zaro’s Café on Jericho Turnpike.
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Taste The Far East At Bonbori
In search of food from the Far East, the Foodies ventured not too far from our doorstep and found ourselves at Bonbori in Huntington village, a gem hiding on Elm Street.
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Fine Dining At Frederick’s
The Foodies this week were floored by Frederick’s, among Huntington’s finest in continental dining.
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Stake Out Maria’s
At the suggestion of a reader, the Foodies staked out a talked-about takeout place known for their chicken and ribs.
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Piccolo: World Class Dining Close To Home
World class dining in an atmosphere of candlelight, mahogany and mirrors. Sounds like the perfect place for a romantic dinner for two… and it is. Piccolo, though, is so much more, and it seems that much of Huntington is already in on the secret.
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Marcia’s: More Than Brazilian Buffet
For those Huntington residents anxious for a way to sample the culinary delights of eastern South America, look no further. Marcia’s Kitchen is bringing Brazilian cuisine to Huntington Village.
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Prix Fixe Lunch Is An Affordable Intro
The holiday season is approaching and for many that means a busy social calendar. If a midday meal fit into your schedule, many restaurants offer a prix fixe menu at lunchtime that gives the serious foodie an opportunity to enjoy a top rate dining experience at diner prices.
For Full Review Click Here << published 10/18/07

It’s All Greek To Me
If you get your Greek food from the local diner, you’re in for a surprise at Skorpios Restaurant in Huntington Village. Granted, some diners probably serve excellent Greek cuisine, but Skorpios serves the real thing.
For Full Review Click Here << published 10/11/07

Breathing New Life Into An Old Inn
One of the Island’s best known restaurants is getting a top to bottom makeover from its new owners. The Maine Maid Inn, long an institution among seafood lovers, is getting a fresh new everything by Dix Hills restaurateurs Rajiv and Payal Sharma, who acquired the Jericho restaurant this spring.
For Full Review Click Here << published 10/4/07

Christopher’s: There’s A Kitchen Back There
It may surprise some to learn that not only is there a kitchen in Christopher’s, there’s a chef back there too. That’s because Christopher’s is perhaps better known as a Huntington nightspot, where young crowds make merry at an expansive wood bar that dominates the room. Indeed, if you arrive late enough for a meal at Christopher’s, the noise level gets ratcheted up steadily as the village eatery makes the transformation from dining spot to hotspot.
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Viajo’s: Italian With No Shortcuts
If you can’t go to your Italian mother-in-law’s house for dinner, consider heading over to Viajo’s on Jericho Turnpike where the Italian values of family and food come together to make for a charming dining experience.
For Full Review Click Here << published 9/20/07

Simple Japanese In Huntington Village
Osaka. The city at the heart of Japan’s second most populous area, Osaka is also considered the island nation’s food capital. And in a nation of well over 125-million people, that’s a lot of good food.
For Full Review Click Here << published 9/13/07

A Bit Of Sunny Italy In Greenlawn
Picture yourself in sunny Italy, maybe at a sidewalk café or in a rustic farmhouse, surrounded by family and friends and doing what the natives do best – eating. Then comes the realization you’re closer to home – in Greenlawn.
For Full Review Click Here << published 9/6/07

Follow The Locals
Any travel guide will tell you, when you want a region’s authentic food, go where the locals go. If the inverse is true, then locals should head for Los Campadres in Huntington Station for an authentic south of the border experience.
For Full Review Click Here << published 8/30/07

Cheers To T’s Lounge
When you’re looking for a tasty meal, a cold beer and a good time, sometimes the answer is right around the corner. Nearly every community has its neighborhood bar where the beer is cold and the people are warm. When there’s food, it’s a plus.
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Roadside Attraction
Summertime. It’s about baseball, watermelon and trips to the beach. And for many, it brings on a regular “Shack Attack.”
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Umberto’s: A Step Beyond Pizza
Don’t let the name Umberto’s fool you. Umberto’s of East Main Street, located in a hilltop shopping center just west of Huntington Bay Road, is about more than pizza. After expansion and renovation just a few years ago, Umberto’s is earning a reputation for its kitchen, which puts out a full menu of Italian specialties.
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New Honu Makes A Dazzling Debut
A new Honu has made it’s debut. After a three-week, mid-summer hiatus, the restaurant/nightclub formerly known as Blue Honu has reopened with a new menu, new décor and a new attitude. They even have a new name – sort of. It’s now just Honu, Kitchen and Cocktails.
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Mexican Reaches The Next Level
Walking into Quetzalcoatl will change your perception of Mexican food. It’s distinct and hard to define, somewhere in between classic and gourmet, cultured and comfortable.
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Foodies Take A Field Trip
When a craving hits, sometimes a field trip is in order.
That’s just what happened when the Foodies were in a mood for some simple seafood in a waterfront setting.
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More Than 44 Reasons For This Bistro
Bistro 44 in Northport is a casual place with an upscale selection for either dinner or lunch this summer.
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Classic Elegance At The Fox Hollow
The Rose and Hunt Room at the Fox Hollow was one of those undiscovered gems in these Foodies’ world… until now.
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Barbecue Has A Home In Northport
The red-checkered plastic cloths and a roll of paper towels that top every table at Smokin’ Sloe’s are the first sign of what one can expect. And if hearty barbecue that will have you licking your fingers is your idea of a good meal, then Smokin’ Sloe’s is the place.
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Italian Splendor At La Scala In Commack
Looks can be deceiving. The entrance to La Scala seems like every other pizza place in Huntington, but in the back room awaits the dining delicacies of classic Italian cuisine.
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Old World Pizza, In Just Minutes
Massa’s has built itself a reputation for some of the best pizza in Huntington. And after less than five minutes of waiting, we now know why. It’s due to the genuine coal fired brick oven, said owner Bill Massa. As the nephew of Patsy Grimaldi, of the renowned Grimaldi’s Pizza in Brooklyn, Massa takes his pizza seriously.
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Bravo Nader: A Man And The Sea
Give Nader Gebrin a boat and a kitchen, and life is good.
And not only for Gebrin, but for diners at his Huntington village restaurant, Bravo Nader where customers often get to sample a practically-still-flapping catch of the day.
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Oh-So-Sweet, Mama!
Sweet Mama’s recently expanded its hours with an inviting and appetizing dinner menu that’s easy on the wallet and has something for the entire family. That’s the whole point of this family-friendly restaurant in Northport, known for their delicious pancakes and creamy milkshakes.
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34 New Street... It’s Not Just Italian
When 34 New Street first opened, it only featured a wide selection of traditional and gourmet pizzas. Now, seven years later, it’s an all around great place to dine in Huntington for pizza, or for anything else you might desire.
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Besito Makes Every Day A Fiesta
Besito means, “little kiss” in Spanish. In Huntington, Besito means authentic-yet-gourmet Mexican food, delicious margaritas, an extensive tequila list and stylish décor packed into one. This hot tamale has become the hottest spot to dine in Huntington.
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Huntington Heats Up
In one word, Samurai, the Japanese steakhouse on Wall Street, is flashy. Flames burst from all around you throughout the night, knives are juggled and bits of food are being freely thrown. Yet since all of that is in the hands of the hibachi chef, diners can sit back and enjoy the show.
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Whitman’s Does Justice To The Name
In August 1881, Walt Whitman returned to Huntington to explore the area where he had been born. In “A Week At West Hills,” published by the New York Tribune, Whitman wrote, “I have been for the last two weeks jaunting around Long Island, and now devote this letter to West Hills … my birth-spot, and … the picturesque regions comprised in the townships of Huntington and Cold Spring Harbor.”
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Hills Grad Opens ‘Ludlow Bistro’
When Brian Connelly graduated from Half Hollow Hills High School East in 1993, he dreamt of one day opening his own restaurant.
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Definite Dining
“You come to eat or you come to dine,” explained Renato Beneforti about his decades of experience in the restaurant business. 
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It’s That Time Of Year Again…
The sun sets over the water as you sip your cocktail on the patio. As the warm glow of the sun fades into a cool evening you and your dining companions step inside Mill Pond House for an exquisitely prepared dinner. What a way to start the season.
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Mill River Inn: Dining Ecstasy
It doesn’t get any better than this!
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A Modern Italy
If you have yet to visit Tuscany, a trip to Café Formaggio on Old Country Road in Carle Place could give you a good taste of what beholds that beautiful region Italy.
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Bonwit Inn Has Come A Long Way
The allure of The Bonwit Inn is in its design. In the 36 years since it opened on Vanderbilt Parkway in Commack, its original room with a fireplace at each end has spread out into rooms that lead to rooms, and so on.
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Finnegan's Brings Out The Irish In All
If these walls could talk, Finnegan's Restaurant and Tap Room could tell a story unlike any other here in Huntington.
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Yin & Yang At Baang
Baang, which means to bind or tie together in Chinese, attempts to blend French style and technique with Asian ingredients, and overall, it is bangin’.
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Sophisticated Dining With A Killer View
Location… location… location.
The mantra of real estate brokers everywhere, location could well be the secret behind the success of Cold Spring Harbor’s 105 Harbor – but it’s not. Because the classy, upscale restaurant with a killer view of Cold Spring Harbor boasts a comfortable yet elegant décor and its kitchen sends out winners – reason enough for success.
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The Spicy Journey
Along a busy thoroughfare in Hicksville, where the aromatic scent of curry and spice seeps from every other restaurant, there is one that stands apart.
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Ambrosia: Just Don’t Call It A Diner
From the outside looking in, one might not be sure what to make of Ambrosia, a new restaurant located on Smith Street in East Farmingdale.
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Hats Off To Panama Hatties
If you had just one chance to dine out in a year, this would be the place to pick.
For over a decade, Panama Hatties has been cooking to critical acclaim, consistently earning stars from reviewers, praise from the food bloggers and astonishment from its diners. The restaurant has earned the coveted “Exceptional” proclamation from the New York Times’ Joanne Starkey, and is consistently rated by Zagat’s among the Island’s top 10 for food. Simply put, Panama Hatties is a diamond in Huntington Station.
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Café With Culture
A youngish mood surrounds you as soon as you enter Batata café. With boldly colored paintings, comfortable leather couches, and a menu that is creative without being overly fussy, Batata brings something unique to Northport.
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Café Toscano Accommodates All
On a Friday evening, Café Toscano in Jericho glows with elegant lighting and the start of the weekend adds to the buzz. Couples and groups are scattered throughout two dining rooms separated by the main entrance. In the room to the right, patrons are seated at the bar having their before- or after-dinner drink, while a saxophone player fills the air with a smooth groove. To the left, tables for four and booths for two are filled in a room with the brighter décor and more formal tone.
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You’ve Tried The Rest, Now Try Rosa’s Pizza
In any town there are many choices for pizza with restaurants offering their own version of an Italian-American staple. And if you haven’t looked lately – like the last decade or more – here’s news. There’s more to pizza than just plain cheese and sauce.
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Azumas’ Own Blend of Asian Cuisine
It’s hard to keep up to date with the cravings of Huntingtonians.
Azuma, located in Greenlawn, covers its bases by dipping into several types of Asian cuisine.
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Three For Lunch In Huntington Village
Too often we see the word hectic associated with the holidays. The Foodies say the season is hectic only if you let it be. Sure, it’s easy to get caught in the go-go-go atmosphere of shopping, wrapping, planning meals and cleaning house. But somehow, the spirit of the season gets lost in all that activity. How about spending a little time with family and friends, and enjoying a wonderful meal in classy surroundings? Does that sound more like it?
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Sophisticated And Youthful Seafood Cuisine
There are certain ingredients that make a Foodie take notice, but not even the finest ingredients are enough on their own. The best combinations at Bedlam Street Fish and Clam Company fuse the classic and non-traditional with a flair for unique flavors.
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Pumpernickel’s: A Tradition For Decades
Dinner at Pumpernickel’s Restaurant is a tradition for generations of residents from Northport and surrounding areas. Standing at the crossroads of Main Street and Route 25A, Artie Glad’s German-American restaurant is a landmark in more ways than one.
In the simplest sense, the restaurant’s location is at the entrance to Northport’s Main Street. It’s both on the way, and on the way home. But it’s in another sense that Pumpernickel’s truly enjoys landmark status. As a tradition among generations of residents, it’s a place where families gather to celebrate occasions like birthdays and anniversaries; or to mark life’s important events like graduations and new jobs. It’s the kind of place a guy might take his girl to pop the question. In short, it’s a warm and comfortable home away from home.
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For Italian, Matteo’s Is The Place To Be
In the Foodie world, the term “family style” means that diners can expect that dishes will be delivered to the center of the table for everyone to share.
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Thai USA Takes The Exotic Out Of Thai
There was a time when Thai food was hard to find — at least in these parts – and considered to be one of the more exotic dining experiences.
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Authentic Mexican At Fonda Coyoacan
If your experience with Mexican food is Tex-Mex or Taco Bell, think again. And get yourself to Fonda Coyoacan in Huntington Station. This storefront eatery on New York Avenue has been touted on internet food blogs as the spot for authentic Mexican. And while we can’t tell from experience whether this is the closest thing to a meal in Mexico City as one is likely to find in these parts, we can tell you that a meal at this affordable eatery is a wholesome and delightful dining experience, and the local Tex-Mex offerings don’t even begin to touch it.
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Old-Fashioned Italian At Any Time
Not many restaurants have made it 50 years, but the Pine Tree Inn has comfortably settled into an old-fashioned form to keep its original spirit alive.
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A Taste Of NYC For Huntington
Steve Del Lima likes to say he’s brought a taste of New York City to Huntington. Del Lima’s Wild Fin restaurant -- a Soho-style eatery with impeccable food and service – opened eight months ago in the heart of Huntington’s restaurant row -- that stretch of New York Avenue near Main Street that seems to be home to every hot new restaurant that opens.
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Greek... Just 4,000 Miles West Of Athens
There are more than 1400 islands in the Aegean and Ionian Seas off the coast of Greece… and only one in Commack.

Tucked into a corner of a Commack strip mall, the Athenian Greek Taverna is like another Greek isle. The owners of this popular ethnic eatery boast on their website that they’re conveniently located just “4,000 miles west of Athens.” In fact, it is conveniently located – at least for anyone on this side of the world who’s looking for an authentic Greek meal and not looking to shell out a lot of drachmas. This family-owned restaurant was started in 1992 as a yogurt and salad bar, but quickly expanded as customers responded to the introduction of authentic Greek dishes.
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Artisanal Sensibilities At Asta Café
High above the bar at Huntington’s Asta Wine Café hangs a large painting of a reclining nude. A classic subject in a classic pose, the artful placement is reminiscent of a Parisian Café. The study is the work of owner Stephanie Yovino’s grandfather, painted when he was an art student in New York during the 1940s. It hung for decades in his bedroom, until Yovino opened her wine and cheese café in Huntington last month.
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A Restrospective For The Foodies’ Anniversary
It’s been six months since we introduced the Foodie Section to our newspapers, to bring readers news and reviews of the food world in what we consider to be the restaurant capital of Long Island. Our six month-Foodie journey has been both exciting and enlightening. Like all students of food, we are constantly tasting, trying and learning. It’s been an education from day one.
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Dine Like A Sultan At Huntington’s Sitar
When George Harrison discovered the Sitar during the early 1970s, he introduced an exotic sound to the music world – at least outside of India. But in fact, the three-stringed, long-necked instrument has been a centerpiece of Indian music since ancient times and to nearly a billion people in that country, is as familiar as a comfortable shoe.
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Hats Off (And On) To Great Mexican Food
Meson Olé is Commack’s very own diamond in the rough—both figuratively, as the saying goes, and literally. It sits on the corner of Crooked Hill Road and Commack Road and its bright yellow façade bursts into view. As visitors approach this diminutive restaurant the bold red, blue and green accents come into view and before one has even walked through the doors, the Meson Olé experience has begun.
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Huntington’s Traditional Japanese Eatery
When one gets a hankering for Asian food, they often are craving the rich and savory flavors of teriyaki, tempura, and the very popular delicacy, sushi. When that craving strikes, Huntingtonians have flocked to Kura Barn since 1979. In addition to having access to some of the most authentic Japanese fare in the area, they also get to immerse themselves in Japanese culture for the hour or two that they spend there.
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Flying High And Eating Right At Solo
Its width—or lack thereof—creates an optical illusion; first time visitors question just how accommodating a venue that looks that cramped can be. Return visitors have to remind themselves and their company not to judge a book by its cover. Questions flood diners’ minds; Is it a seafood joint? Or a steakhouse? A bar or a restaurant? Maybe a place where Huntington’s young and hip gather or a mature retreat?
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Livin' La Vida Loca At Viva Juan
Whether you walk into Centerport’s Viva Juan on a Wednesday night (as we did) or on a Saturday night when karaoke is in full effect, you are walking straight into a party.
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Authentic Turkish At House Of Kebab
Ask any grade school student to locate Turkey and he’ll tell you it’s in Eastern Europe, right near Greece. But there must be a little bit that’s missing because it’s right here at the Turkish Kebab House on Deer Park Avenue. The little bit of Turkey that Mehmet Ozdemie and his wife Selda have created at 1815 Deer Park Avenue (just south of the Dix Hills border) provides a “home away from home” for Turkish nationals from throughout the area.
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Hearty Italian Fare For All
Dining out is a way of life in Huntington; families use the dinner hour to reconnect after work and school; friends share a bite and a night out; and couples indulge in the luxury of a well-cooked meal with none of the work. Pomodorino on West Jericho Turnpike is the meeting place for them all.
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Southern Comfort On
To some, it would seem that the closer you get to the North Shore, the further you get from home style Southern cooking – that’s just not the North Shore’s thing.
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A Hideaway In The Midst Of Everything
With a cozy room, intimate seating at candlelit tables, and a meal worth traveling for, Restaurant Mazzi has all the makings of a favorite getaway. Except for one thing… Mazzi is hardly off the beaten path. In fact, this top-notch restaurant is in the middle of everything. Located in a former house on Jericho Turnpike in Huntington, Mazzi does a great job of making diners forget that Jericho Turnpike is just outside the windows.
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Aix Marks The Spot On The Foodie Map
You can’t judge a book by its cover and you can’t always judge a restaurant by its name.
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Old Fashioned Fun At Canterbury Ales
Billy Hoest knows what people like. Hoest, publican — and owner — of Huntington village eatery Canterbury Ales, knows that good food, good drinks, and a smile will keep diners happy. He also knows that when you throw in a few good deals and an endearingly quirky atmosphere, you have what most restaurateurs can only dream about; you have more than a restaurant, you have a landmark.
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Dining Excitement At The Sea Shanty
The allure of the sea has long been the topic of stories, poems, and fantasies—old and new—and we, the Foodies in training, believe that we can now tell you why. It has dawned on us that the water carries with it an excitement that is unparalleled. It inspires the child, the explorer, and the adventurer within us and one often feels lucky to stumble upon a place that complements those powerful qualities without eclipsing them.
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The Mansion: A Feast For All The Senses
When we set out for “The Mansion at the Woodlands,” we were a bit concerned that we might encounter a stuffy place, perhaps better geared to the foodie fogey than today’s fun-loving foodies. Worry not; although the building and décor said stately, the warmth and hospitality said “casual, enjoyable, upscale quality.”
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Hog House Barbeque: It’s About Comfort
In the Carolinas, barbeque joints are like Starbucks – there’s one on every corner. Unlike the coffee giant, however, each Southern barbecue maker has its own personality and while the offerings – pulled pork, ribs and slow roasted chicken – are pretty standard, the barbeque sauce is what sets each apart, and each maker has his own closely guarded recipe.
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The Blue Room: Melodies of Fine Food
Be it a blue moon, blue jeans, Picasso’s blue period, the blue sky or just a blue mood, there is emotion and strength in the color. There is feeling of calm; there is serenity; there is comfort.
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When Chinese Calls, Call Albert
Chinese restaurants may get the cold shoulder from some during the hot summer months. But not from we Foodies. We sometimes get a hankering for the robust and often hot flavors found most prominently in this Asian cuisine no matter how high the thermometer goes, and a recent trip to Albert’s Mandarin Gourmet in Huntington Village was just the ticket.
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Jonathans:
All The Ingredients For A Perfect Meal
When we first started our Foodie adventure about two months ago, we knew we were going to enjoy it. Sure it increased our time commitment required to put out the best paper we could for the community, but eating at great restaurants and writing about it – how bad can that be for two guys who love fine food? And so far, we’ve had the pick of some great dining places in the food capital of Long Island.
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Indigo: Setting The Mood In Huntington
Indigo, the color first named by Sir Isaac Newton in 1672 when he passed a beam of sunlight through a prism, breaking white into seven different colors, has been glowing brightly in Huntington for the past two years.
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The Foodies And The Lunch Bunch
We’re still lunching . . . It’s the daily nourishment and business meeting to fill our stomachs and clear daily agenda. Even with business on the mind, eating remains one of life’s pleasures, so as we sample the various lunch-spots of the food capital of Long Island, we share our reactions with you. These are not the in-depth reviews that you have come to expect of our new Foodie section, but quickie descriptions and suggestions so that you may share in the wonderful variety of our area’s lunchtime experience.
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RED: “Striking Yet Simplistic”
The name Red is about as simple a name for a restaurant as you can get, and in retrospect, that word juxtaposed against its busy New York Avenue façade foreshadows the graceful union of traditional and contemporary elements housed within.
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Trattoria Grasso: Fine Dining and Jazz
Bravo!

Bravo: a most fitting description of the creative efforts, work and life of restaurateur Gail Grasso proprietor and guiding light of Trattoria Grasso, one of Long Island’s truly unique dining venues. Gail, in her previous work-life – way back in the mid 70’s – was one of the early staffers of a start-up company called Cablevision. Among other amazing achievements, Gail guided the compilation of the American Movie Classics film library, and she named “Bravo,” the Cablevision-owned, highly regarded Film and Arts Network.
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Fill Your Tank At Jackson’s
The bright red sign in front of Jackson’s seemed to shine especially bright, inviting us inside — maybe it was because we were especially hungry. We found parking spots immediately, however we’ve heard it can be difficult to find a spot or table during weekends and prime dinner hours. Jackson’s – the new incarnation of Blue Oyster Grille by restaurateur Artie Bloom — doesn’t take reservations, except for special days, but call when you are leaving the house and they will add you to their waiting list. They are taking Mother’s Day reservations, and both you and your mom will love it.
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It’s Lunchtime In Huntington Village
We’re out to lunch almost daily – usually in the Village – but we have ventured as far as Skippers in Northport. For three months we’ve been meeting and eating as we get to know each other and plan for the growth and betterment of The Long-Islander group of newspapers.
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Steakhouse Dining Hits Its Prime At Mac’s
When we began our foodie adventure, we knew there would be those exceptional dining experiences – ones memorable not only because of the exceptional food, but because everything was superb – ambiance, style, service, presentation, the buzz and the food.
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The Undersea World Of Tom Schaudel
Partying at Doc Finley’s old English Pub has been a favorite Huntington pastime for the under-forty crowd as well as the Hibernians. Now, the decade-plus-old watering hole that is run by Doc and Sandy Finley has taken an unexpected and welcome turn.
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