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    What a cool place. Hidden in the basement of an Ice cream shop, password on website. This place has the perfect vibe for folks over 30. Just a place that everyone who is here wants to be here and have a great time. The place has history as an actual speak-easy of the 20's Great music, cool drinks, great staff. Outside area for those smoke/vapors. A great place we will visit often. Come for drinks, stay for the vibe.

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    Amneris M.

    Had a great time at Charlotte's Speakeasy. We didn't have a reservation so we couldn't get a table, but standing at the bar wasn't terrible. Nice decor inside. Our bartenders were great and attentive. My husband tried the Old Fashion Bootlegger and I couldn't stop myself and had myself 3 supernaturals. For a bite, we had La Besta Pizza which was really good.

    Yaz B.

    Changing my previous rating after hanging here last night - 2 factors changed my rating - 1 the waitress Mel was amazing !!! She was so attentive and super friendly. 2 met the owner Nick he was so sweet - he gave us the entire history of the building during prohibition- even gave us a tour. I love history, so I was super excited. He checked in on each table and stayed on the floor the entire night. The band that was playing was really good. I didn't have high hopes for the food, but everything was delish, we had wings, pizza, clams, caprese salad. I can't wait to return - I would love to come in the summer to enjoy the huge outdoor area - FYI There is a $5 entry fee per person (cash only)

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    Paul S.

    Very cool place Good vibe as soon as we walked in. Drinks were delicious. Live music a bonus. A must try. Will go back.

    Lily C.

    We had the best time here. We were a group of 11 and were seated right by the band. They were awesome. We sang, we danced, ate and had some post dinner ice-cream for dessert upstairs. The food was surprisingly good. I think they might get it from Vespa next door. We had the rice balls, stuffed mushrooms, burrata, stuffed clams and pizza. The drinks were lovely. Jordan, our server was great. All around great experience. If I had to nitpick on one thing, it would be the big signs in front that say, "Charlotte's Speakeasy". The appeal to going to a speakeasy is its secrecy. It didn't take away from our great time. It was a really fun night out with the girls. Thanks Nick, John & Jordan.

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    Paula L.

    We had a really awesome experience at Charlotte's. The atmosphere is classy, cool and laid back. The service is amazing. The drinks are next level and the food is pretty good! The live music is fun and entertaining. It all combines to a great evening out! The sweetest part is leaving and grabbing some dessert on the way out.

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    Oren R.

    I really like this bar that's actually a speakeasy from the prohibition (that's when you couldn't drink booze eh drinks)!! Food is probably good, actually very good. Leah is nice. Vibes are chill I think. Thanks Nick D for being a very great host!!!!

    Mike H.

    I'm shocked this is only ranked #5 for cocktail bars (and #2 for speakeasy) in my area. I've been here a few times, both pre and post COVID and I will say it's easily one of the best (since C&K has closed - RIP) I love the speakeasy vibe, and Charlotte's is the real deal. Located below a functioning Frozen Yogurt storefront, it's very niche to go through the bookcase and downstairs to an intimate bar. I always order an Old Fashioned as my first drink in places like these, and do judge based on how the drink comes out. This was a home run. Not too sweet (I like them boozy) and none of that muddled fruit sh*t you get in so many places. Enjoyed it so much that I asked the bartender (who I realized after the fact I knew through a mutual friend) to surprise me and was blown away. Didn't even want to know what was in it. Went on a night when there was a live jazz band playing, and it totally added to that ambiance and vibe. Ordered a pizza to nosh on, and it totally hit the mark as well. The ONLY speakeasy worth going to in Farmingdale, and quite possibly on the whole island at this point.

    Stephanie B.

    Took my boyfriend here for a date night and completely surprised him with the speakeasy! The band was excellent, drinks were creative and delicious. We were even given an impromptu tour!! The space was so cool and we loved learning about the history. One of a kind!!!

    I went to Charlotte's with my husband and my parents last night. It was a fun time had by all. The vibe, the jazz band, the drinks and the waitstaff were all awesome!! Sienna was our waitress, her uplifting personality immediately puts you in a good place. Rod, the person who needs the password and lets you in was very friendly and funny as well. The jazz band Paumanock Stompers played for about 3 hours and were all amazing and very talented. We will definitely be coming back.

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    Thank you Lily, it was our pleasure having you and your friends here.

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    Thank you Paula, It was our pleasure having you and your friends here.

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    Thank you Humberto, we really appreciate this great review.

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    Concept is nice but the place is really small and over crowded. Served food without plates or eating utensils. Disappointed

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    Ask the Community - Charlotte's Speakeasy

    I would like to bring a mixed group here - those who drink and those who do not. Do you offer any mocktails beyond just juices and sodas?

    We do offer mocktails and non-alcoholic drinks.

    Do you have an open Mike night? If, so what day and time.

    we have live music every night we are open. We do not do an open mike night .

    Place looks amazing and would love to visit this Saturday! Curious about a few things though.. do they social distance the tables? It's seems really crowded in all the pictures...…

    You don’t need a reservation to come in. Walk-ins welcome! Reservations are available for the tables and you can call in advance for those, but reservations are not needed for entry into the bar.… 

    What's the "password" needed to get by the bouncer? I've been there once before but I was part of a larger group. I'm eager to go back, please let me know!

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    Review Highlights - Charlotte's Speakeasy

    “A special shout out to John, Lauren, and Richard the fantastic staff that made sure we had an amazing night.”

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    3.9(60 reviews)
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    We came here for the grinch pop up. It's a cozy lounge so tickets are limited per night. Grinch…read moreperforms a few songs and then allows for picture taking afterward. The show was short but a lot of fun! The Grinch played the character perfectly and interacted with the crowd. Drinks and bites are optional. I got the sugar cookie shots they were okay. I also got the Grinch has a heart because I'm a tequila girl but I wasn't a fan of this one. The sliders however were great.

    I miss Main Street so much. And this is one of the reasons why. The Alibi wasn't a thing when I…read morelived here, but I'm glad I'm able to still head to this area and partake in these experiences. Alibi is currently running a Harry Potter pop up, and if you know anything about me, you will know I am a HUGE fan. The Alibi was decorated beautifully and there were two really cute Photo Ops by "Platform 9 3/4" and the Wand Shop. Come here for the drinks! The Hufflepuff was bourbon forward and reminded me of an Old Fashioned which further confirmed that is truly my house. It also came with an edible golden snitch. The server pointed it out before I gave them what I thought to be decor. I popped the chocolate golden snitch in my mouth after being directed to take the wrapping off first. We then did butterbeer shots and I can't even begin to tell you how delish they were...dangerously delicious. Food was had and it wasn't anything to write about but I'll try. Queso dip is made in house, which I respect. Loaded potato wontons were a great idea and were probably the best things on the table. You can't go wrong with pretzel nuggets. Chocolate cake is never a bad idea. I ended my visit with a chocolate frog drink. Very similar to an espresso martini. You know how hot they are right now. It came with a an actual chocolate frog which was nice. Finally one of the staff members came over to help us play Bertie Botts and we all picked a jellybean. I got lemon. Some of us got soap and warwax. So fun! It was so good, we are going to try to snag another rez for trivia. Reservations are for 90 minute seatings. You pay $15 for a ticket but you get a souvenir cup with your ticket. Not mad about this because the cup is actually decent and will be used. Their next pop up will be "Slime Time". Slime is not my thing but maybe you'll see me at the other pop ups.

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    Wow..... what a disappointment.... I had been looking online for a place with good ol' southern…read morefried chicken, Most of what I found was "skinless," which to me, defeats the point of getting fried chicken! I admit it, I love the skin! We ordered a bucket of 8 pieces, and chose mac and cheese and cole slaw. We also ordered a side of jalapeno corn bread. There's really no good news here. The chicken was so dry inside, we couldn't eat it and thrw out all 8 pieces. The mac and cheese wasn't terrible, but I've certainly had better. It too was dry, and was basically one big piece of mac and cheese. The cole slaw was..... interesting. It was an odd pinkish color (red cabbage?) with really no sauce that I could find. My hunt for great fried chicken,,,, withnthe damned skin on..... continues.

    I was very impressed with this restaurant. Not only was the hostess so welcoming when my group of…read morefriends came in for my friend's birthday, the staff was so friendly and accommodating as well. The atmosphere makes you feel like you are in a restaurant in Nashville. The menu and the drink list really transport you there as well as the live music. The band was so good! I'm on a diet and the waitress was able to work with the chef to accommodate my needs. I was so impressed. I will for sure be back again. I ordered the sweet potato bowl with brisket, tomatoes and onions. I had one drink, whiskey pig bourbon, was very good. The restaurant has a fun cocktail list and a lot of bourbons. Can't wait to take my husband here

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    Just a little update to show more love for The Refuge (and a note to self to come back in good…read moreweather to enjoy that huge, beautiful patio). I can't believe it has taken me close to 2 years to return. I think I had it in my head that it's far from my father's house in Wantagh (Melville sounds a lot further away than Farmingdale. I really don't know Long Island's geography at all since I do not drive here). My brother suggested we meet up at The Refuge after a cemetery visit in nearby Farmingdale and I immediately said yes, recalling the beautiful interior and robust vegan options. The first time, I came with my husband, so I was eager to see how the rest of my family liked it, especially my father. Last time I was at The Refuge, it was beautifully decked out for the holidays and this time it was no less lovely with early fall decor (not quite Halloween time yet, so maybe it'll look a little different in a few days). I just love the vibe here and after being so used to dining in tiny city establishments (which I love, don't get me wrong), it's refreshing to have space between tables and room to breathe. It's well-appointed, almost making you feel like you're in a really cool barn (I mean this in the best way). Party space that you can rent out is well-hidden in the back. The bar area is also large but so inviting. I hear it's lively on Friday and Saturday nights. We were there on a Sunday afternoon, just after brunch at around 3, so there was plenty of seating available and it was pretty chill although not empty. If you are vegan or GF ask for the separate menu! They really should note it on the regular menu because if you have such restrictions, at first glance you'll think there's nothing here for you. Last time I had the vegan ravioli and meatballs and as much I recall having liked it, I knew I wanted to try something new, so I had the protein-rich sauteed "chicken" served over a bed of quinoa. I know this sounds basic but it's anything but. The chicken cutlets are succulent and delicious (I believe Gardein, but they season and prepare them to perfection) and the quinoa has a rich tomato sauce, as well as artichokes and mushrooms making it utterly delicious. Meaning, I ate the entire thing. There was no avoiding that. It didn't even need salt or any other seasoning. My father is still talking about the Margarita pizza he had, so I know we'll be returning next time I'm in town. My brother and sister-in-law also loved their food. Happiness all-around. Even the iced tea is good (I tried my father's sweetened iced tea and I don't even like iced tea but this is more like an Arnold Palmer!) I had 2 glasses of a decent rose, but someday I'll be trying one of those cocktails or sangria. Now, just a plea for some vegan desserts!

    Very nice place to have a meal and spend quality time with tour friends and family. Love the…read moreatmosphere the place exudes. GPS routed me to the other side of the building which was a bunch of offices but I kept driving and found the Refuge around the corner. Had I waited one road to turn Ii would have pulled into their parking lot. My mistake or rather my GPS' mistake. E we were a very large group of people and they were very accommodating. We had several tables set up and actually had another person show up and they quickly added another table for us. Everything was served in waves which kept things flowing and allowed us all to catch up on talking. Appetizers were excellent. The fried calamari especially, these are probably the best I have had as they were not as chewy as most other places. Great job. Entrees came out and we were amazed at the portions and taste of the meals. Excellent dining experience. Have to mention the bathroom area as there are all down a corridor with a small room for each toilet area. Comfortable and private. Overall a great place to dine and socialize.

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    3.9(519 reviews)
    1.1 mi
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    Great Italian steakhouse in Farmingdale on Route 110. Food is very good. Start with the big…read moremeatball or the calamari as an appetizer which is big enough to share. Short Ribs and tortellini and the veal chop are some of my favorites. Staff is friendly and service was excellent. Restaurant is modern but has a classic feel to it. There is also a private room for parties. If you work or live in the Melville/ Farmingdale Trento shoulder be on your list.

    I have to get my Dad here. The Steak Tartare was outstanding!…read more I got together with some old friends I used to work with and my old boss recommended this place. So glad he did! Our waiter Kumar was excellent! On point with a great sense of humor. I thanked him for being so patient with us while we made up our minds on what to order and he said that's what he is. A WAIT er! Hahaha! Only Harold & I ordered apps. I got the steak tartare and Harold ordered the Kobe beef meatball which he shared with Pat. I tasted the meatball, it was so good. Huge but tender. But my steak tartare was the favorite dish of the night. I like the fact that the beef was finely cubed and the seasoning was different from others that I have had but quite delicious. The shredded truffle was a nice touch. The Stracciatella cheese was more abundant than expected but not overpowering. We all ordered different entrées, chicken Parm, a Seabass that was on special, the salmon dish and I got the veal chop All of us loved our dishes. I didn't taste the other entrées so I can't comment on them, but they all looked amazing but my Veal Chop was definitely worth coming back for! I love a good pounded veal chop, and the marsala sauce was delicious without being cloyingly sweet, which sometimes a marsala sauce can be. Also my Prickly Pear Margarita was delicious! Fruity & powerful! Sorry I haven't been here sooner. Thanks Harold! 2-27-2026

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    Artemis Speakeasy

    4.5(58 reviews)
    18.6 mi
    •$$

    Better late than never with this backdated review--life has just been lifing!…read moreI finally made it to Artemis on July 22nd after fiending to go since January. There's actually a hilarious story behind why I went. I was originally supposed to have a date that night, but let's be real: you'd think a 61-year-old man would know better than to take a 47-year-old woman to Dave & Buster's. I canceled the night before, dolled myself up the day of, and decided to take myself out instead. Best decision ever. The joint is dimly lit. But your eyes wind up adjusting. It's got a great vibe. Definitely excellent for a date night. The bartenders here are absolute rockstars. I started with a Painkiller. Even though it's no longer on the menu, they whipped it up for me anyway--and hey, it definitely relieved my pain, lol! Next, I tried a Corpse Reviver just because it had absinthe in it. It was different, but I really enjoyed it. Naturally, I had to finish with my signature drink, a Cosmopolitan, because I am the Black Carrie Bradshaw of Long Island. And it did not disappoint. The eats: I got the charcuterie board--fancy and bougie, just like me--and wrapped up the night with the brownie à la mode for dessert. Drowning my troubles in sweets is a must when the Long Island dating pool is an absolute wasteland, lmao. Did I want to spend my night around teenagers, kids, and skee-ball? HELL NO! I wanted a grown-and-sexy speakeasy vibe, and Artemis delivered. 5/5 stars--would 100% recommend!

    Artemis is a beautifully decorated restaurant with a great ambiance, and our waitress was friendly,…read moreattentive, and did a good job taking care of us. Unfortunately, the overall experience was mixed. The two-hour table limit felt unnecessarily restrictive, especially for a group of eight. We were split into two separate areas of the restaurant, and there didn't seem to be much willingness to accommodate us so we could sit together. The person checking us in was not particularly welcoming, which didn't make the best first impression. What really left a bad taste, though, was the manager's explanation that the two-hour limit is necessary because "turning tables" is how the restaurant makes money. While I understand the business reasoning, hearing it explained that way made the experience feel more transactional than hospitable. The biggest issue is that the time limit actually worked against the restaurant. Rather than staying for another drink and continuing our evening there, we ended up going somewhere else. For me, that defeats the purpose of creating a nice atmosphere if guests are being encouraged to leave before they're ready. Beautiful restaurant, good service from our waitress, but the rigid seating policy and the way it was handled would make me think twice about returning.

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