We recently ate at Barney’s in Locust Valley. Overall, the ambiance and food are really good. The one issue that I had that still sticks in my craw, is the split fee they charged us for sharing an appetizer. For context, Barney’s is a refined New American and French-influenced restaurant with a cozy, old-world interior […]
As the snow was falling, I went to pick up bagel for my family at iBagel Cafe. I was hoping for a quick bagel stop along with the requested sides. There was only one other customer when I arrived at 8:45. They had a full staff so this calmed my concern that they were not […]
We revisited the Hen and the Hog in Boca Raton for breakfast this time. Our take is the Hen and the Hog is a great spot for breakfast, brunch and lunch. It combines creative sweet dishes with hearty morning classics. Tucked along Federal Highway, The Hen and the Hog greets you with a warm, rustic […]
As the cold settles in, I think more and more of a good bowl of soup. I was speaking to someone about chili a few months back and said that it was the only soup that I eat in the warm weather. My friend laughed at me and said that chili was not a soup […]
Since our last bagel tasting, we decided to try another one. This time we stopped by Town Bagel in Plainview. We were lucky in that they are celebrating their 40th Anniversary. I can not imagine a great testament to a bagel shop than being open for 40 years. They must be doing something right. We […]
I just saw this on Instagram that Jade King in Roslyn Heights is closing. There are a few things that are surprising about this. First, it is closing due to a significant rent hike by the owner of the property. Jade King has been around for a really long time. There is a suggestion that […]
We stopped by Pantano’s Doz Bagels in Garden City Park for a late breakfast. I was surprised that at 11:00 in the morning that not a table could be had. Most places are deserted between the breakfast and lunch rushes. This is a very good sign that we are going to have a great meal. I […]
More and more restaurants have moved away from booths to table seating. My personal preference is the booth but I struggle on why a restaurant would choose tables over booths. Both booths and tables offer valuable benefits, and the best choice depends on your restaurant’s style, target guests, and the atmosphere you want to create. […]
We wanted some fresh fish for lunch but did not want to travel to Santa Barbara. We found the Santa Barbara Fish Market in Goleta to be the best solution. They deliver an authentic, high-caliber seafood experience that truly tastes like it just came off the boat. The Ambiance: Casual Comfort, Focused on the Fare […]
Nestled on Coast Village Road in Montecito, Tre Lune Ristorante (Italian for Three Moons) is not just a meal; it’s an experience that captures the ambiance and flavors of old-world Italian dining. Tre Lune delivers high-quality Italian fare, exceptional service, and an atmosphere rich with celebrity history. The Ambiance: Old-School Glamour Meets Cozy Italian Charm […]