For as long as I can remember I have wanted to check Faraday's out. Today was the day for lunch…read morewith my dad. As expected, it was a casual pub style spot with a bar and a small dining area in the back. For this Friday afternoon, it was quite busy. It was bustling with almost all the tables taken by the time we left. Our server was friendly and upbeat. She offered suggestions based on our preferences. We both ordered the same thing - burgers. They came out quickly. The burgers were big and yummy. They satisfied our craving perfectly.

If there's one restaurant in town I've tried to give a fair shot to over the years, it's Faraday's…read moreof Smithtown. I've been here on numerous occasions hoping that maybe this would finally be the visit where everything clicked. Unfortunately, it just hasn't happened. My experiences have been so-so, and more often than not they've been slightly disappointing. My biggest complaint has always been the food. My take has been it's been bland or uninspired. The French onion soup was just ok, and seemed like no effort putting this together. No provolone cheese option when I've ordered which is crazy. The Caesar salad tasted diluted, with lettuce that seemed waterlogged rather than crisp and fresh. Just overall underwhelming. The food is not necessarily terrible, but just mediocre and forgettable. Portion size is another problem. For what you're paying, the plates often feel surprisingly small. One example of this was the "Big C Burger," which was honestly a huge letdown. With a name like that you'd expect something substantial. Instead, the burger was tiny--maybe 4-5 ounces at most. At first glance you could barely even see the meat because the bun swallowed it. I ordered it medium and it came out completely overcooked, cooked to death really. The bun didn't help either--dense, dry, and overpowering the already small patty. The whole thing just felt poorly executed. Even the little details were off. I asked for olive oil on the side for a salad and what came out was clearly some generic vegetable oil. It felt like a lazy substitution, the kind of thing that makes you question how much care is going into the kitchen overall. To be fair, the one thing Faraday's consistently gets right is the atmosphere. The restaurant is has a cozy charming space with a warm pub feel. The indoor dining area although small has character and a comfortable vibe. The outdoor area is really nice too, and perfect for setting for a nice meal on a comfortable day. Service is good. I've not had any issues with any servers ever being inattentive. Occasionally some order mixups but quickly rectified. Unfortunately, that inviting setting hasn't translated to memorable meals. After several attempts over the years, Faraday's has remained one of those places that seems like it should be good--but for me, it just never quite hits.

Go there for the great food and stay for amazing local musicians and performers. Often they host a…read morenationally recognized artist too for an intimate show. Can go wrong at the peoples pub

Service was great! Very attentive wait staff. Food was terrible. Three of us had tacos....one…read moreveggie, two others had beef. No lettuce, no tomato, no cheese, no salsa. Nothing. The beef tacos were small soft shells with some beef in them Nothing else. Same on the veggie taco. It seems like they left the kitchen before they were finished being made. If I had to base my opinion on this one night, I would not go back. $18 for some kind of unidentifiable veggies with no toppings does not make a taco.

First time visiting this local Irish pub. Immediately on entering, I knew the ambiance was…read moresomething special. Every inch of the walls are covered in history, developing over years of service and customer loyalty. Service was great with a kind and attentive staff. The food was very good! I enjoyed the mini tacos appetizer. My entree, while more of a roast beef sandwich than a proper Philly Cheesesteak, was quite tasty. The big standout, however, was the incredible Bailey's Cheesecake for dessert. Super tasty, highly recommend!

We love our Cavanaugh's! This place still hits. We went with the fam on a busy Sunday because it's…read more2 for 1 wings during football season. We ask for them to be extra crispy and they hit like they do every time. We also get them mild because the sauce is also that good. It doesn't need the heat. My moon burger was a work of art and after all those wing, I had to take most home. It's ok because my burger made for a great dinner. It's a real local spot with a bunch regulars there. It's a place where everyone knows your name and I hope it stays for many years to come.

Love this place!!! Just found it this week! Awesome local…read morepub that I'm a huge fan of! Bartenders and waitresses are perfect! Fun environment and excellent sports watching spot! Food was decent. I'm a traveling salesman from CT. I'll be back definitely!

Great food, great location and great staff. Only problem is the parking lot is far too small and…read morethe food items are priced too high.

Bar service always on point, Eva& Mike are great. Live music…read moreon the lake. Say hello to Owner Chris!

One of my old haunts back when my friends and I were all single and we'd hit up Parsnip for an end…read moreof night cocktail or two. Let's just say this place had a specific type of clientele back then, an older adult patronage, milf and cougars on the prowl. Made for some fun, and funny, times mingling about. It also had a bit of a rough and tumble crowd but from what I've heard the owners have done a nice job making this a chill welcoming spot to have drinks with a nice view of Lake Ronkonkoma, along with live music too.

I came for the Chicken Wings and they did not disappoint. The were the closest to Duffs in…read moreBuffalo. Crispy dry and perfect amount of heat. The blue cheese dip was very good. The beer on tap was excellent cold and crisp I will go back for more wings Service was great. Especially for a pub The ambiance was great Irish style.

A few things. 1, if you're not a regular- don't go here. they make you feel unwelcome & look at you…read morelike you have 4 heads. 2, unless you're over 80, don't go here because it's cash only and they're apparently still living in the Great Depression and serving the elderly. maybe go in with your outfit from the civil war and a George Washington wig and CASH - oh don't forget your cash & MAYBE they'll be a little nicer to you maybe they'll upgrade to checks as payments soon!!

Always a great experience at The Villager! Food is fantastic and the drinks are never a let down…read more We go out to dinner a lot and are often served drinks that are often disappointing. Love the food, the drinks, and the amazing, hardworking staff. Highly recommend!

Their new pretzel sampler was so good and super filling! Giant hot pretzel with mild boneless…read morebuffalo wings, mozzarella sticks, and delicious waffle fries. The Villager blonde ale was also on point and very smooth tasting.