Sunflower Cafe and Bakery is truly one of my favorite (and most memorable) dining experiences over…read morethe last 2.5 years!! I cannot rave enough about this establishment ...The food is amazing, always so fresh and made-to-order! The sourdough bread is so incredibly crusty and delicious, coming from my favorite Portuguese place in Farmingville. My husband said the French onion soup was the best he's ever had....Not to overlook the ambience, which is so welcoming and relaxing. This truly adds a nice touch to the overall dining experience. Stace and her daughter Katherine add so much love and life to this beautiful restaurant. We celebrated my sister's milestone birthday there last September in a cozy private room upstairs. It was beyond spectacular from beginning to end. We continue to return to Sunflower Cafe and Bakery quite often, and always have such a pleasant and warm experience! They also offer a wonderful weekend brunch menu on Sunday's with truly creative and delicious entrées. I believe they are approaching their 3 year anniversary in November, and it's not surprising that they are able to thrive and grow in such a tough economic environment. Run, don't walk to this INCREDIBLE restaurant. It's always such an amazing time for us both. Desserts are also so scrumptious as well, with the option to take home treats from the small bakery area if desired! Thanks to the entire staff for always treating us like family...Cannot wait to return very soon.

The bad and the good. It was very cold, we spoke up and they made the AC a comfortable temp…read more Arrived at 5:00 & sat immediately. From time of seating to receiving entrees took an hour. The seats are wooden and some found them uncomfortable. The food was good. The striped bass was really tasty. The spinach was delicious with a hint of garlic. The au poivre sauce was a little too salty (2 people stated) but not inedible. If you are the type that orders salads or appetizers then you might be ok with a long wait. Some in our group were painfully hungry by the time entrees arrived.

If you find yourself in Center Moriches and need a caffeine fix, Hampton Coffee Company is a must!…read moreThis cozy spot is attached to the library, and full of welcoming vibes. The staff were friendly and helpful, even during the morning rush! For you book lovers, it's the perfect spot to grab a drink while taking a stroll through the library, or take a seat outside! If you're a fan of cold brew or anything coconut flavored, you have to try the shaken coconut cream cold brew. You may find your new favorite summer drink, because I sure did. This coffee had the perfect amount of coconut flavor. The foam on top wasn't thick like a Starbucks foam. It was light and airy, which I think has much more flavor! The coconut and coffee flavor was a perfect balance. I honestly don't know how they would be able to make this taste any better. My niece and nephew got the birthday cake cake pops, which I had to take a bite of. Definitely too sweet for me, but if you have a sweet tooth - you'd love it. This is definitely a spot to try if you have never been! I'd love to go back when I visit in the fall. I'm sure they have great pumpkin flavors.

One of my favorite coffee shops to visit in NY is now in Center Moriches, no need to go so far out…read moreeast. It's connected to the library. There's a few bar stools inside and tables outside. They have plenty of hot food options, along with yummy muffins and other baked goods. There's some tasty coffee options. I opted for the coconut shaken cold brew with coconut cold foam. It was a seasonal special and delicious. They have alternative milks, flavors to make your coffee just the way you want it. I prefer giving my business to this type of shop over the big franchise. It is comparable in all ways price wise and quality is overall better.

The coolest crunchiest cafe on Long Island by far! I've been here nearly every time I've come to…read moreport Jeff, to hang out inside or just to grab a quick cup of coffee for the road. Don't miss the southern pecan drip coffee... my whole family is addicted to it and are trying to figure out how to buy the beans from them!

I don't normally feel compelled to write a negative review, but I was genuinely disturbed by an…read moreinteraction I had here with one of the employees behind the counter. While I was looking over the deli options with my CERTIFIED service dog, the employee abruptly and very loudly asked - within earshot of other customers - what service my dog provides. While businesses are legally allowed to ask limited questions, I answered immediately and appropriately. For context, my service dog is fully trained, certified, and had just flown on a plane with me. He's also 105 lbs, so he's a big boy. Despite this, the employee continued to question me, spoke to me in a condescending manner, and went as far as saying she herself has a service dog for her "actual" disability - clearly implying that I was lying or exaggerating. This was humiliating, dismissive, and completely inappropriate. I do not need to disclose my disability to anyone, nor should I be interrogated after already complying with the law. I was so taken aback that I decided to leave immediately. Neither my dog nor I felt welcome, and I was uncomfortable continuing the interaction. We were former customers, but after this experience, I can't bring myself to return. No one should be treated this way - ESPECIALLY over something that is legally protected and deeply personal.

Cute, cozy, unique cafe in Selden. The staff there were…read morefriendly and helpful in explaining some Menu items. There is a QR code at the tables and they prefer you to order at your table, however we had questions and some items were not on the QR menu so we had to go to cashier and ask questions. There is lots of seating on the floor on cushions and mattresses, but there are also several chairs. When you enter you have to take your shoes off, which is not an issue, just wish they had a bench you could sit on to take off your shoes and put your shoes on afterwards, as that was difficult for me , as I didn't have slip ons. That's my only negative. Food was delicious . I tried a new beverage and the pistachio cake- both delish! It is located in a strip mall, so lots of parking. Prices reasonable

I was looking for something new & different and saw this place, off I went. It's a cozy, exotic…read moremiddle eastern vibe. Pretty lamps, carpets, chairs, cushions & poufs for seating. Tons of teas to pick from & some sweets as well. The young man working there was friendly. We placed our order & found a table. They do request you remove your shoes, hey I do it at home so no problem for me. I enjoyed a chai tea with rose & cardamom. It was very good, had a kind of floral light hot chocolate taste. I'm sure it's fun at night, I believe you can get teas for a group. If you want to try something different I suggest you try them!

I stopped by during my drive out east and ordered a Nutella toasted marshmallow latte. The cup was…read morelined with Nutella and topped with toasted marshmallows. It's more of a sweet treat than an everyday coffee, but they had many other options for everyday coffee. Along with my coffee, I ordered a corn muffin and a chocolate muffin. The muffins were big, not dry and perfectly sweet. All of the bakery items looked amazing. They also serve sandwiches which I plan to try next time. They have many tables inside, as well as outside tables during the warmer months. I highly recommend stopping here on your way out east.

They always warn you (they being Yelp CMs and the like) about making sure to post those pics in…read moreyour camera roll. I really do take far too many photos, but it's helpful because then I remember there are spots I may have forgotten to write up like Macchiato Espresso Bar. I visited this cute Mattituck location back in late August and the results were pretty tasty. You see my wife and I were looking for some coffee and a place that's different than what we've often found on the North Fork and so MEB popped up as an option. Not a ton of reviews were posted, but from the ones on Yelp (and dare I say Google too) made it seem worthy of stopping. The worthiness is definitely there because Macchiato has a nice array of coffee options as well as pastries and more elaborate edibles (sandwiches, salads, etc.). You can find everything on their menus though you won't find too much else inside as the place is definitely small. A couple of tables, some fridge drinks and pre-maid foods, and an area of swag and other items is the entirety of the interior so don't expect any true cozy feels. But hey, you can't drink cozy (well maybe in the Fall/Winter), and so let's turn our attention back to the name of this place and focus on coffee. I went with an iced latte with vanilla while my wife tried the iced chocolate (as it was written on the menu). For me, I liked mine. Nothing negative to necessarily say about it as it had a good coffee kick, but when my wife felt like hers was a little too heavy in the bitter bang before the chocolate took over, I decided for us to switch drinks as I thought the iced chocolate was delightful (I do like my coffee a little stronger). Before finishing up, I do want to mention that we were a bit hungry and so one of the chocolate croissants in the display case made its way into our possession. The funny interaction my wife had with the friendly staff member ("Is that a chocolate croissant?" "You know it is!") added to our excitement and oh did it pay off as it tasted delicious. Overall, Macchiato Espresso Bar had a lot to like. Perhaps they're a little small, but they pack some good coffee and pastry/food choices in an area that really doesn't have a ton of options. I'd definitely return another time when out east and in search of my morning cup of joe along with a desire for a bite to eat. And with that I can now post some very belated pics with this review so the CMs stay off my back!

Visited on a Saturday and this charming little café was packed, so expect about a 25-30 minute wait…read morefor seating. The indoor space is small, but the rustic trendy Southern vibe gives it a cozy atmosphere that feels very family run and welcoming. It's located right next to the train line, which adds to the small town café feel. The food was definitely worth the wait overall. I had the Remsenburg burger with all the fixings and it was delicious. The homemade burger bun really stood out. We also tried the homemade biscuit with jam, which was excellent. My partner ordered the pancakes and breakfast platter. The pancakes were light and fluffy, and the eggs were cooked perfectly. The only downside food wise was that the ham was a bit too salty. Service was attentive and polite throughout our visit. There was a moment walking in where I felt stared at a bit, but the staff maintained a friendly attitude otherwise. You can tell it's a younger crew helping run the place, and the family style atmosphere comes through. The only real cons were the long wait and the fact that a few menu items were unavailable by the time we ordered. Overall though, I'd definitely visit again.

We were very tired and very hungry. Little Gull is just 3 minutes away! We saw that it was…read moreallegedly open for dinner from 6-9 pm. Both Google and Yelp had this information. We called to see if we needed a reservation, but no one answered, and the mailbox was full. So we drove over. There was a sign outside saying, "We're open!" On the back of that sign, it said "Now serving dinner Friday and Saturday 6-9 pm." The parking lot was EMPTY. On the door was a sign saying, "Sorry, we're closed." No Friday or Saturday night dinner hours were noted. I can't comment on the food or ambience, because we didn't get to experience either of these. I'm sure that everything would have been simply lovely, had they actually been open. We saw the menu, and were really looking forward to dinner. Our disappointment was vast. I don't know if we'll trust them to be open for dinner and return. They're usually only open for breakfast and lunch. I thought that I also had screenshots of Google/Yelp showing them as open for dinner, and the back of the sign. Can't find them.

My favorite place to eat dinner, best chef in town!!!!…read more We visited for Valentine's Day, which is a rarity for my husband and me. We've actually never gone out for Valentine's Day before. But we've visited Roto a few times for dinner, and they truly have the best dinner options in town. The dinner menu rotates, so it feels like you're going to a different restaurant every time, but the options never disappoint. This time it was a fixed menu, and when I tell you every serving was perfect, no detail was overlooked. The caviar play on sour cream and onion was amazing! The short rib was tender, melt in your mouth good. Even the little gem salad had the most amazing flavors, perfectly balanced! My favorite was the chocolate cake, delicate and not overly sweet. I'm not a sweets girl, and I ate the leftovers the next day, did not share! The service is so attentive. We visited once for dinner, and the second time the server already remembered our favorite wine. The ambiance is absolutely perfect for a date night. I will continue to visit. Bonus, they also have amazing lunch and breakfast options during the day!

Stopped in for a pickup order on my lunch break. It was pretty busy with a long line, but it moved…read morequickly. I ordered the Cuban sandwich, which came with house chips. Customer service was fast and friendly, and the decor felt modern and chill. When I got home, I was a bit surprised by the size of the sandwich, especially for $19 and change. Being from Florida, I'm used to much larger Cuban sandwiches, so I had hoped to split it. That said, the flavors were solid and everything tasted fresh. I'd definitely consider stopping in again, especially to dine in and enjoy the atmosphere. While prices are on the higher side, it seems like a nice spot to sit down and take in the vibe.

The service is small town, friendly. A nice selection of…read morefood choices . A beautiful place to sit outside on a nice day. Convenient. The coffee is delicious. We are local and our frequent visitors there.

If you're a coffee lover coming through Long Island, Hampton Coffee Company (and all their sister…read morelocations) are absolutely worth a stop. I grabbed my drink here on a recent visit home and immediately wished they were way more west on the island. I swear I'd go every time I'm in town! Hampton Coffee Company is one of those local favorites with spots sprinkled across the East End, from Hampton Bays and Water Mill to Westhampton Beach and Center Moriches, and every location feels cozy and welcoming. They roast their own small-batch coffee and have a huge range of drink options beyond just your basic cup of joe. You've got your hot espresso bar classics, iced espresso drinks, flavored lattes, cold brews and shaken drinks, refreshers, smoothies, teas, and even seasonal features like holiday specials. I ordered the holiday cookie latte iced, and it was so fun for the season! It was sweet, cozy, and totally delicious with that festive vibe you want this time of year. There's a whole holiday lineup at many locations if you're feeling festive. On top of drinks, they have bakery items, bagels, breakfast sandwiches, paninis, wraps, and more if you're hungry. It's the kind of place where you could stop for a quick caffeine fix or hang out with a friend and grab breakfast or lunch too. Whether you're cruising out east or just need a local coffee stop with personality, Hampton Coffee Company hits the spot. Friendly staff, fun seasonal drinks, and a really inviting vibe. Just please bring a location closer to the west end of Long Island so I can make this my daily coffee run when I visit!!