Ok so where do I even start... Throughout the years I've…read morebeen leaving anonymous reviews on each restaurant, some very good, some very bad. Il Piccolo Villaggio one of people's favorite Italian places in Long Island, some call the hidden gem! If you are new to this place you might love it, like I did throughout the times I've been to this restaurant. Now, this restaurant not too long ago was full of some of the greatest servers I've seen in the Island and had an absolute outstanding incredible service! But it's coming to an end. When you go to an Italian restaurant you expect great food and great service with an adult and people with experience make your night. Lately this restaurant has had many issues with that now is full of kids and girls trying to do this job like is a game, don't get me wrong I am not against female servers or kids getting new jobs, but for me this is not the place to be if you are going to do the real server/waiter/waitress job. Water not being served, not knowing THEIR OWN MENU, not serving the wine after they sell like its self service. If you sell pour help the costumer serve the wine don't just open serve one time and leave because you will not get a good tip and even ask for a good review like this girl does. You walk by or just sitting down you see people looking for their server to ask for water or pour wine themselves. Now why the 3 stars and not 2 or 1? I still see this kid Jeff and always with a good smile on his face, the last good and old school server I know after the 2 old ones left, this kid and the food is the reason some people do go back. Many will say oh it's just because you like this kid but no. Go yourself ask for him and you will see a difference in the service! Sometimes the menu and specials are repetitive and I I tell him make me something he always surprises me! His way of serving the old school way makes me feel hope for this restaurant. Manager or owner if you see this please save your service, take this review as a kind message to get your level back to where it was. We the neighborhood, the community still want Il Piccolo Villaggio to be top choice for Italian cuisine around here.

This place is a hidden gem! The staff greeted us like family. Our table was ready and. They. Did…read morenot rush us but were always there when we needed them. Excellent service. The bruschetta and olives and provolone we delicious and and complementary. The calamari was tender and delicious The main course were all great the stuffed pork roll was covered with a great Marsala sauce , excellent. The veal was so tender you could cut it with a fork the short ribs were tender and delicious. All the pasta sides were homemade and excellent. Very tender and delicious The deserts were very good pistachios tartufo was fantastic It even had nut in it. The molten lava cake with ice cream was heavenly We will definitely be back

I can't believe it took me so long to find this place. This is now one of our go to places for…read morepasta and pizza. Staff is so friendly. We ate inside towards the front but it seems like they have a dining room in the back. The food was very good. We stopped in to grab a quick slice and I tried the rice ball a few weeks ago and went back a couple times just for that. We finally tried actual meals last night. AMAZING. The penne alla vodka is some of the best I've ever had. Chicken cutlets were so crispy and made perfectly. My family tried the veal Sorrentino and another lemon type pasta dish. All so good. Everyone was very happy with their meal. We most definitely will be back! Highly recommend.

Francesco's is consistently a solid choice. Their shrimp…read morenight is delicious and a great deal

I Have taken my family on many occasions for lunch there. I find the prices are reasonable the…read moreservice is good the restaurant is clean and the ambiance is nice As a matter of fact we will be celebrating there this weekend.

We needed a break from watching little league baseball games. After the final inning, we headed…read morewest from the field, and I initially thought we were heading south toward the beach. Instead, we found ourselves wandering into Vinnie's Mulberry Street. From what I had read, it is a classic Italian eatery known for its simple pasta dishes, brick-oven pizza, and traditional entrees. We decided to sit at the bar, seeking a relaxed atmosphere and a few drinks to unwind from the long, boring games. The bartender greeted us warmly, and his friendly, accommodating demeanor immediately made us feel at home. We did not come for a full meal this time; our main goal was to enjoy some drinks and a bit of downtime. I have to say, I really loved the bartender, His easygoing nature and attentiveness made the experience memorable. I am sure the food is fantastic, but that is a visit for another day. For now, it was the perfect spot to relax and recharge after a day of little league baseball.

Driving around Islip, I stopped into Gio's hopeful for a decent slice and I got exactly what I…read moreneeded. Not only do they have an extensive list of pies, they had Sicilian slices, too. I got a slice of the "grandma" which is a think New York style with garlic, and two slices of Sicilian cheese. Both were delicious - and the Sicilian crust was just slightly crisp enough to a little crunch to each bite. Just what I expected. And the friendly staff were the cherry on top. Stop into Gio's if you're ever near by - you'll be glad you did!

My husband and I recently stumbled upon Gio's Pizza & Restaurant during an extended stay in Islip…read more We moved from New York to the West Coast and have been dying for some quality, delicious New York pizza. Gio's Pizza & Restaurant was everything we loved and missed. It truly tasted like a slice of home for us. Delicious and fresh slices with friendly and quick service, we could not have asked for a better experience. We found ourselves coming back several times during our trip. Gio's Pizza & Restaurant is located in a small strip of shops with free parking shared among the businesses. The establishment has several chairs and tables for customers to sit and enjoy their slices. Many people at the time of our visits took their food to go, but it's nice that they have the option to eat in if people would prefer that. They offered many different types of pies on display and also had some awesome daily specials. I'm fairly simple with my order with a plain slice and some garlic knots, but my husband tried an array of things and enjoyed everything. Gio's Pizza & Restaurant is going to be a staple place for us to visit the next time we're in Islip. Excellent food, good service, and fair pricing.

My husband and I were looking for a pizza spot in the area during the latter part of the evening…read moreand found our way to Isabella's Pizza. We were cutting it close to closing time, but tried our luck anyways. There were two people working at the time, maybe the owner and his son. They were both so friendly and kind upon us walking in. They greeted us as if they had just opened for the day. They still had several pies out for us to select from, along with other miscellaneous items to add to our order. We were pretty hungry and ordered a bunch of items. Again, both guys were very kind and treated our order with care. They also had no problem with us eating our food inside and never made us feel rushed even though it was nearly their closing time. The service alone was standout and 5-stars. Isabella's Pizza is located in a small strip of shops. They have free parking shared among the businesses. The establishment has several tables and chairs if you'd like to dine in. Their menu offers a variety of items and, even though we came in so late, they had a diverse spread of pies to order some slices. As noted above, we came in pretty hungry and ordered several items to share. These included: - arancinis - plain slice - chicken parm roll - stuffed knots (spinach and pepperoni) - garlic knots Everything was really tasty. Portions were perfect and the price was just right. Definitely a solid find for us in the area! We would definitely return in the future and would ideally look to stop in during the day to really see their full spread and offerings.

If you want a run of the mill meatball parm hero that consists of 2 meatballs cut in half for thie…read moreproce of $15 I suggest you go here.

We had a pet-friendly, impromptu outing tonight at Jackson Hall, and it turned into such a great…read moredate night. We sat outside, and it really had that early fall vibe. The weather was cool and comfortable, with the firepits and heaters going. It was the perfect evening to enjoy the outdoor space. We got the nicest and funniest waitress, Aurora. Multiple staff members and guests showed our senior dog so much love. That made the evening even more special. Chef Mike and Aurora recommended the paella for my partner. It was MASSIVE, and he absolutely loved it. I went with something a little simpler, the French onion soup, perfect for keeping me warm while sitting outside. We also enjoyed their complimentary fresh-out-of-the-kitchen rolls. They were warm and delicious. We also took advantage of their Tuesday flavored margaritas for just $7. We tried the peach and coconut margaritas, and both were perfectly made. Between the relaxing decor, great customer service, delicious food, and the love our senior pup received, we had such a fun evening. We definitely plan to come back and try some of the other dishes!

Was told by someone about Jackson hall, my friend swore it's the best. So I took it upon myself to…read moretry it I was definitely impressed by how clean it was . Love the outdoor dining. We had a reservation so we was seated right away, the drinks wasn't the best, but the friendly atmosphere and staff made up for that. Lol. We had 3 different types of lobster roll and let me tell you, better than if u got it from Maine. Deliciousness in my hand. Although it was an hour drive, I'll do that drive over and over again. Definitely worth trying.

I had the pleasure of attending my best friend's baby shower at Shandon Court in East Islip, and we…read morehad such a wonderful time! It was the perfect setting for such a special celebration, with great food, lots of laughs, and memories we'll always have. The food was delicious, but the potatoes absolutely stole the show! The cake was amazing, and the champagne punch was delightful--definitely a favorite! Shandon Court is a great choice for so many different occasions. Whether you're planning a baby shower, birthday, bridal shower, or another special event, or you're simply looking for a nice place to enjoy lunch or dinner, I would absolutely recommend it. All the servers were super friendly! Great atmosphere, delicious food, and wonderful memories. We had such a great time!

I attended my daughters Bridal Shower yesterday at Shandon Court. It was a nice affair but a couple…read moreof things bothered me and not the restaurants fault really, just things one should know if planning to have an affair here. There is no elevator. The catering room for a smaller party is upstairs and there are about 20-25 steps to climb up. My daughters Great Aunt could not attend the shower because of this as she is not well and could never climb the stairs. Especially, the rest rooms are downstairs! Something to also consider for people who will have to carry heavy gifts up those stairs, you'll be carrying everything down! There was a baby shower taking place in the downstairs catering room which was huge so if your event will be a big one, this shouldn't affect your decision to visit here! I knew that this venue emphasized their restrictions on decorating, no hanging things on the walls, taping things to furniture, etc. But, right there sitting on the table was a sign in an upright stand stating this. It didnt belong there and that was just very tacky to me! Service I have to say was very good and the staff was attentive. They accomodated me with a Ceasar Salad as I couldn't eat the choice of salads selected ahead of time. The food was OK, nothing stood out to me to say it was delicious but the guests enjoyed themselves! Rhe cookies and pastries were very good! The occasion cake was presented very nicely on the outside but the filling inside was mostly cake and whipped cream. There was just a sliver of strawberry filling so that was a little disappointing! I may go back for dinner one night to try their regular menu. My review was based solely on my experience of having an affair here!

We loved everything about this restaurant!…read more It's big with a big open parking lot. The free bread basket has a great variety and they will give you more for free. The ambiance is great, feels like a cross between a nice American restaurant and a steak house. The service was also prompt and very friendly. Our red wine and Guinness were good and decent portions. The salmon O'Brien was amazing. The sauce was amazing and I loved everything about it. The filet mignon as well. It was nice too how they came with a free small Caesar salad or garden salad. The chocolate cake was also a great dessert. I had heard this food was great as a caterer for years and both the food and the restaurant were awesome. Would definitely come again!

This established restaurant /catering hall is well known for its Irish and Continental selections…read more The food, service and ambience leads to a relaxing and delightful culinary experience. I ordered the fish and chips, and, though very good, I should have gotten the prime rib. I noticed it across the way and it looked delicious!! Next time, as I will definitely be visiting this place again. A can't miss!!

Was starving when I got to town and I jumped on yelp to figure out something quick and easy…read more I've also been craving pizza ...but the pizza near me is....blah. So I popped into Francesco's about an hour before they closed. I snagged a regular slice and another pesto, marinara and vodka sauce square slice. They were both so friggin good that I had to have a third slice since I'm trying to keep my weight up. Kidding. But it's really, really good. Small place with a few tables in the back...far from fancy but worth the calories and carbs.

We love Francesco's. Whether it's ordering pizza or dinners their food never disappoints. We used…read morethem to cater our daughter's graduation party and they delivered on quality, taste and affordability. The friendly neighborhood feel when you enter the restaurant is a small town feel where you feel like family and never leave disappointed. I can't express how much I appreciate having this experience in my neighborhood.