For a hearty meal with a gourmet twist, look no further than Christopher’s Pub and Eatery in Huntington village. Chef Frank Arcarola has been serving up for the bar and restaurant for 15 years, and he said he meets all of his customers firsthand to see what they enjoy.

The new owners of what used to be Rookies Sports Club in Huntington village announced Wednesday that their new sports bar will be called The Rust & Gold. The 70 Gerard St. venue is slated to open in August. 

The Cause Café in Northport not only serves up a medley of delightful dishes, but also blends that with the spirit of advocacy for autism.

The recently opened Del Frisco’s Grille at the Walt Whitman Shops can best be described as “American comfort food with a twist.”

The Foodies at Long Islander News aren’t necessarily the biggest breakfast connoisseurs. Our palettes, and our waking hours, typically veer us toward meals no earlier than lunch. But our tastes aren’t exactly the universal standard. So, we got ourselves up and out to take on some of the town’s more popular breakfast spots.

Whether you’re looking for a candlelit meal, a relaxing glass of wine, or a loud, fun and boisterous night out, the Town of Huntington has it. Here are some ideas for that perfect summer’s night out.

Lunch is often a great way to experience the culinary delights of your favorite restaurant but at a lower price and with a portion size that fills you up just as well. Take a look at what some of the different restaurants around town are offering on their midday menus.

Whether it’s stopping by for a quick slice of pizza or staying for a three-course dinner, Gino’s Pizzeria in Huntington village is sure to please the senses. Owner Nick Salerno worked at his grandfather’s pizzeria as a youngster, eventually realizing a passion for food when he turned 12, the same age he created his first 18-inch pizza.

The sun is shining (mostly), and summertime is rapidly approaching, which means it’s time to step outside and enjoy outside dining around town. Here’s a taste of some of what the restaurants around Huntington are offering.

The sun is shining, temperature is rising and skies are clear in Huntington as summertime draws ever closer. What better way to celebrate the wonderful weather than with a day or night filled with great food and drink in the restaurant capital of Long Island?

Dinner with a view is this Cold Spring Harbor restaurant’s recipe for success. Since owners Barman and Michelle Sharifi opened Harbor Mist in June 2010, the new-American waterfront gem provides a view that’s well worth the drive. And the meals are equal in quality to the view.

Jewel Restaurant has shined in Melville since spring 2011 when owner and chef, Tom Schaudel, opened the Route 110 establishment. Schaudel, who has also operated restaurants including Rockfish in Huntington and The Mansion at The Woodlands in Woodbury, planted the restaurant in the ground level of the Rubie Corporate Plaza, which is a fitting setting considering the building’s all-glass construction that complements its interior decor.

P's & Q's Autobody on New Street in Huntington village has re-opened after a March 2015 fire damaged and closed down the speakeasy-themed bar that was formerly the Artful Dodger.

When asked what spurs his success, Nader Gebrin replies, “I treat my diners like family. I aim to make my diners happy by listening to what they want and if I have the ingredients to make it, I will at no extra charge.”

To Joe Forgione, it was very important that the marquee above soon-to-be-open S.T.A.G.S. Tap House puts the downtown-Huntington gastropub’s specialty front and center: Beer.

Fado means fate and destiny. With that, Alison Steindler wants diners at her Fado restaurant to be destined for companionship.

Black & Blue Seafood Chophouse proves that steaks and seafood go well together. Luigi Aloe, owner of the 65 Wall St. restaurant in Huntington, has been combining this delicate balance for nine years, with the help of General Manager Rocco Furgiuele.

Sapsuckers Hops & Grub at 287 Main Street, Huntington is a gastro-pub with flair. Owned and operated by Nino Antuzzi and Kelley Danek since September 2010, this venue has been attracts diners looking for burgers, beers and unique fare.

Long Island Restaurant Week kicks off its spring 2016 campaign this Sunday, April 17. Until April 24, participating restaurants across Long Island will offer a three-course prix fixe menu for $27.95 every night (until 7 p.m. on Saturday night only). Restaurants across the Town of Huntington are also joining in on the special, offering a minimum of three appetizers, three entrees and three desserts.

Farzana Sohail has committed herself to providing diners of Masalah Grill in Huntington Station authentic Indian cuisine. The owner of the New York Avenue Pakistani/Indian restaurant that sits across from the Walt Whitman Shops, said she uses “the freshest ingredients, spices imported from India directly and original recipes passed down from generation to generation.”