Around The World With Ichiz
By The Foodies./ foodie@longislandernews.com

You wrote in, and we listened. Here are our readers’ votes on who dishes out the best food in the Town of Huntington.

Best Cuisine
This Bohlsen family restaurant needs no introduction. Because they have the “best view, great food,” and great drinks, Huntington Station resident Jordana Whitfleet goes to Prime (117 New York Ave., Huntington), where Executive Chef Gregg Lauletta dishes out top-notch fine cuisine.
For “amazing cuisine,” Northport resident Anastasio Megaris suggests Swallow (366 New York Ave., Huntington). The restaurant, specializing in small plates, has captured Long Islander Newspapers’ Foodies’ hearts as well, as Jimmy Tchinnis dishes up unique creations.

Best Pizza/Italian
If you like “lots of variety,” Helen Pascucci recommends Spuntino (Pathmark Shopping Center, 687 Old Country Road, Dix Hills) for pizza.
But Mollie Heitmann of West Babylon thinks Rosa’s Pizza (313 Main St., Huntington) is the best because of its “great food.” Chelsea Walters of Oakdale agrees, saying simply, it’s “delicious.”

Bill Sachelari, of Huntington, weighs in on the pizza debate, saying Fattusco’s (1019 Fort Salonga Road, Northport) serves up the best slices of all.
Barbara Murphy of Huntington says Junior’s Pizza (142 New York Ave., Huntington) is the best in Huntington because they have the best pizza with delicious homemade tomato sauce.

Mike Reeds says the newcomer to the Huntington village pizza scene, Porto Fino (395 New York Ave., Huntington) has the best pizza in Huntington.
When it comes to Italian food as a whole, Dix Hills resident Diane Haslett likes Piccolo (215 Wall St., Huntington) because of its “great food.” The restaurant is a Long Islander Newspapers Foodie favorite as well, especially that private table on the left near the window.

Huntington’s Steve Miller eats at La Fontana (672 Walt Whitman Road, Melville) for its “consistently delicious food, good prices,” and “friendly service.”
Jodi Sodowsky thinks Primo Piatto (138 E. Main St., Huntington) is the best in Huntington because the food is excellent.

Best Exotic/International
For the “delicious sushi” and oriental salad bar, Huntington resident Anne Brier Chamber recommends Good Peoples Farm (46 Gerard St., Huntington).
Deeming it the “best Mexican restaurant around,” Dix Hills resident Diane Haslett goes to the upscale Besito (402 New York Ave., Huntington), a John Tunney creation. Mollie Heitmann of West Babylon and Chelsea Walters of Oakdale both love Besito for its “delicious food.”

Adding a unique flavor to town, Huntington Station resident Jordana Whitfleet suggests Portuguese restaurant Fado (10 New St., Huntington) for its “excellent, fresh food” and “wonderful service.”

Anastasio Megaris of Northport calls Skorpios Restaurant (340 New York Ave., Huntington) the best place for Greek cuisine, along with Alicia Hemerlein of Islip who appreciates the friendly staff. Owner Theotokis Goussis came to the United States almost 40 years ago from Corfu, Greece. Established in 1979, the restaurant makes everything, from soups to dessert. Brittany Hesler of Centereach says, “It feels like you’re eating in Greece!”

Best Cheese Enchilada
The competition is stiff, but Aunt Chilada’s Mexican Grill (729 Fort Salonga Road, Northport) makes the best cheese enchilada, according to the Zatulskis Family of Northport. The family loves the “world’s best cheese enchilada” because it is “cheesy, rice and bean goodness!”

Best Breakfast/Lunch
For “really good, extremely affordable food,” Huntington Station’s Jordana Whitfleet goes to European Republic (339 New York Ave., Huntington), where all hail the French fry and tons of dip choices.

For those looking to have “egg sandwiches made like mom,” Huntington resident Cynthia Scudieri suggests Bay Deli (94 New York Ave., Halesite).
Huntington resident Mimi Taylor eats at Robke’s Country Inn (427 Fort Salonga Road, Northport) because it has “the best $10 lunch in town.” The Foodies’ agree; it’s a deal that can’t be missed!

For “delicious crepes” and “the best coffee,” Huntington Station resident Jordana Whitfleet likes Village Creperie Café (335 New York Ave., Huntington). The Foodies also go there to take in a Nutella cookie once in a while.

Judy Rufer of Melville, Daniel McGale of Huntington Station and countless others told us that La Bottega (9 Wall St., Huntinton) has the best salads, panini and food in town. “Everything you try has a great flavor,” “delivery is fast,” and it’s “clean and cozy.”

Best Burger
For the best burger, Namey J. Berg recommends 100-year-old Finnegan’s Restaurant and Tap Room (5 Wall St., Huntington) because it’s “perfectly cooked, lean” and “large.” The restaurant celebrates its anniversary this weekend with a reunion and street fair.

The Zatulskis family of Northport goes to Smokaburgers (380 Larkfield Road, East Northport) for its “hamburger/cheeseburger combos – great taste and great price, and quite an extensive menu too.”

Best Diner
The Golden Dolphin restaurant (365 Main St., Huntington) gets Huntington resident Mimi Taylor’s vote for best diner, however, because “everything is good.” We’ve also heard the portions guarantee leftovers.

A Foodie favorite for breakfast and lunch, Munday’s (259 Main St., Huntington) is hailed by William Weller of Huntington as the best diner for its “charm,” and Brittany Hesler of Centereach loves the restaurant because it serves breakfast all day and has “delicious food.” Nancy J. Berg of Huntington Station calls it the “best family restaurant.” Barbara Murphy of Huntington says Munday’s is the best in Huntington because they serve the best breakfast and lunch in town. “Every day the menu changes –with a variety of omelets, pancakes, and sandwiches. Each day Joan outdoes herself with the Halloween decorations – a must see!”

Best Pub/Casual Restaurant
Barbara Murphy of Huntington says Canterbury Ales (314 New York Ave., Huntington) is the best in Huntington because “Billy and his wonderful staff keep us coming back for tasty pub-comfort food, with the best beer selection in town! Watch for special brew tastings.”

With its big-screen and personal TVs and stellar food, Rookies Sports Club (70 Gerard St., Huntington) is a top choice among readers. Victoria Shannon says Rookies is the best because of the brilliant servers, delicious and flavorful burgers, amazing beers on tap, cheesy nachos and delicious wings.

Patti Cooke likes Rookies because of the “big juicy delicious burgers, awesome wings and friendly and efficient service.” Laura Engelhart enjoys the extensive menu, crispy and juicy wings, friendly service and juicy and cheesy burgers. Charlie Carter likes it for much of the same reason: “wings, service, burgers and lunch.”

Chris Baldante says Rookies is the best in Huntington because of the “bangin’ wings, staff, QuickDraw, burgers, TVs and booze.” Sam writes to tell us that Rookies is the best because of “the TVs for sports and wings, the beer is seasonal and delicious, the bartenders are hot and amazing and the turkey minis are delicious.”

Mike Reeds enjoys Rookies because of “the outstanding service and great food and drinks. The burgers that are cooked perfectly every time and the beautiful women serve with a great attitude.”

Marketplace
Huntington resident Cynthia Scudieri likes Southdown Market (205 Wall St., Huntington) because it’s “clean and fresh…always.” Carol I. Levatino of Huntington likes it for the “variety, quality,” and service. Whether it’s grabbing a quick lunch wrap, or buying dinner for that night, this marketplace is fresh and welcoming.
Barbara Murphy of Huntington says Waldbaum’s (60 Wall St., Huntington) is the best in Huntington because it is the best-kept secret, with the most beautiful floral bouquets and plants, long-lasting and inexpensive. She says you can purchase a lovely red, white and blue arrangement for $9.99.
The newcomer to Northport’s section of 25A, The Purple Elephant (81 Fort Salonga Road, Northport) already has a following. Deer Park’s Christopher Bohbid goes there for the “great food, on the water” while Huntington resident Suzanne Savino likes that the food is “delicious and healthy.” Kristen Bruno and Centerport resident Darryl St. George recommends it if you’re looking to eat “healthy, great food.” Frank Leonick of Massapequa enjoys the “unique dishes,” and Northport resident William Zagerine likes the “fresh, seasoned food and great service.” Jack McRobb of Northport puts it simply: they have the “best food!”