We wanted to go to Jam in Massapequa, but when we got there was a sign saying they are now part of The Good Life a block away until they get their new place. It's nice to go to someplace new to me. It was hard to find parking because of all the snow from the 3rd snowstorm that is still not clearing the streets and sidewalks. Hubby dropped me off and found one. It's a kitchy looking place with many TVs and multiple levels. The door to the place looks like an English phone booth with 2 dialup phones in the entryway. Our waiter Joe was very nice. The girl who sat us gave us our menus right away. I had to wait for hubby to park, but I had time to look over the menu. All the choices sounded good. Hubby wound up with a Spinach Benedict with Roasted Tomatoes with nicely Crispy fries and a lemon Benedict sauce to die for. I got a Avocado Toast with Goat Cheese and Caramelized Onions on whole grain toast. The Arugula salad that was also on the plate was covered lightly with a lemony dressing. I added Cholula Sauce and it was so good. Another point I'd like to make is that the bottles of hot sauces were clean with no cruddy tops. That turns me off so good for them. I would definitely go back. read more

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Haven't been here in a few years but returned because the food has always been consistently good. Tried the pesto chicken sandwich (minus the bread). It was basically a deconstructed sandwich. Good flavor overall - could've used a little more pesto, but the mozzarella tasted fresh and was soft. Service was not the best, but I'll still go back when in the area. read more

The Good Life - Pesto Chicken Sandwich - Bars Near Me - Massapequa Park, New York

A local crowd good food and beverages. One of my favorite beverages is the banana beer. The addition of Jam breakfast is a great addition. The food best described as American standards, some of my favorites burgers, fish and chips . read more

Just came back and The Good Life is just as good as ever. Staff is just as welcoming as they were and the menu is just as great. When a friend of mine came to visit parents in the area I knew this was the place to meet. I wasn't too hungry, so we shared and snacked on two appetizers. First was my favorite, the chicken cordon bleu balls. They were just as delicious as they've always been. A first was the everything pretzel which came with mustard and a cheddar cheese dip. Did not disappoint, but this spot never does. Another update from the biz is they are consolidating with their sister restaurant, Jam, so they will be serving up the brunch menu earlier during the day. Happy we aren't completely losing Jam because it was my favorite Brunch menu on the Island. Finally, they always have a revolving line up of awesome beers on tap and I think I found my new favorite. Nine Pin Blueberry Peach Cobbler. The most refreshing beer I have ever had. Let's be real, they had me at blueberry. Have to make it a point to not let too much time pass before coming back to the Good Life. read more

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This was my first time visiting here with my friends and we had a great time! We got seated right away and I thought the menu was a cute with the newspaper vibe! For appetizers we got buffalo cauliflower app and spinach and artichoke dip. Both were a 10/10 for me, we fully ate both plates and agreed we'd get them again. After the apps, I wasn't too hungry so i chose the Spaghetti squash. It's a unique dish I don't see at other places as much but it was great! I was able to finish the full thing and loved the pesto sauce. Our server was super nice and was always checking in on us and gave us time to decide what we wanted. Overall this is a chill spot i'd 100% come back to! read more

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Second time here! Great food, great services! I wish I lived near so I could come more often! The place has a cool chill vibe, great for family, great for dates, or come with friends! read more

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Love this place so much!! But the outside seating is gross. Almost all the fabric chairs are falling apart( thought I was going to fall through), tables look like they aren't able to be wiped down good due to being metal grid pattern, and all the high chairs look nasty, never cleaned and the few we tried were broken. read more

Excellent lunch today! Still 5 star! The chicken pot pie was delicious, although I wish it had a pie crust. The crispy cauliflower was perfect. The service was excellent - Thank you Taylor! And of course - The Good Life Pilsner is still awesome tasting!! A great local choice! read more

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Went here for a date night with my gf and this place was really good! The atmosphere was very inviting and clean. The service was very fast. I ordered a regular cheeseburger mid rare, which was perfect! My gf ordered the turkey burger which she loved, and the tater tots were very good! The presentation was very nice and prices were affordable! Will definitely be coming here again read more

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What can I say. Simply but simply LOVELY. Out of this world good. Abby not only gorgeous but she treat me and my brothers amazing. Highly recommend if you want good food and have a relaxed time in a wonderful environment. read more

Stumbled upon this restaurant looking for a brunch spot!! They have brunch from 12-3 with the best strawberry French toast paired perfectly with a mimosa! The Good Life is pub vibes, great craft beer selection, and the food is way better than your average bar fare. We had the crispy cauliflower, fish & chips, and potato coins everything was delish. Friendly staff, chill crowd, and perfect for a casual night out. Definitely coming back for the pulled pork mac & cheese next time! read more

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More like the Great Life! It was the saving grace for us the other night after a bunch of attempts at other bars on the block. You'll see from my previous review 6 years ago that I was coming here regularly for food (decent vegan options... nothing earth-shatteringly amazing but solid). During holiday week, this area of Massapequa is really busy, as it's quite festive with its plethora of holiday lights and tiny decorative houses lining the streets that each contain a Christmas scene. We wanted a place where the three of us could hold a conversation without loud and questionable music. We landed here and they were so nice, the bar was full but they were fine with us sitting at a table even though we weren't ordering dinner (pretty cool that they serve food so late!) They had a seasonal sangria with cider and cinnamon (you can order it red or white) and I couldn't resist. It's so good that I ordered 2. There's such a friendly vibe here and even with the goal of trying new places, I find myself returning quite often. read more

Pretty good vibes at the heart of Massapequa. The service is phenomenal and friendly!! I was happy to see the resturant filled with friends catching up and enjoying each other's company over some light bites. I ordered for pick up. The Philly cheesesteak was pretty good and the tater tots that came with it were freshly fried. I would say the Philly cheesesteak has potential to be even better, perhaps making it more cheesy. The Mac and cheese was quite good however the top could have been baked a little more brown. And last but not least, the fried pickles! Probably the best fried pickles I ever had & I don't even like pickles. read more

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The server was very attentive, we were seated right away, and everything on the menu sounded amazing! I couldn't decide what to get. The sweet potato tots are worth the up charge. Yum! The food itself was alright. The bread wasn't great so I took it off. But I would definitely come back. read more

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Great neighborhood spot. Always busy. The service is amazing as well as their menu. Won't be disappointed

The menu is fun and a bit different from what you'd expect at a bar. Of course it has all of the traditional bar food, but it also has cripsy cauliflower, potato coins and tater tot poutine! We started out with the potato coins and crispy cauliflower, and both were delicious. My husband isn't into cauliflower so I had that all to myself and I chose the thai sweet chili sauce as per the waitresses recommendation. It wasn't super crispy but it was still very delicious. The potato coins were house made potato chips drenched in cheese sauce and we were living our best life eating it. Highly recommend the potato coins appetizer. You can also add meat to that as well. My husband got boneless buffalo wings and said they were some of the best he has had and a huge portion. I got a burger that was made EXACTLY how I like it and was SO delicious. Needless to say we will absolutely be back soon. This place is also REALLY cute and clean inside. All of the employees are super nice and Heather behind the bar is just the best. read more

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The Good Life truly is one of the best pub like restaurants on Long Island. My boyfriend and I stopped in for a late dinner and we're stuffed! My boyfriend had a blacked shrimp pesto dish that he really liked. I had their spinach and artichoke mac and cheese. As everyone knows, their creamy mac and cheese dishes are second to none! Also, I love that the atmosphere has relics from the past. read more

The Good Life - Spinach and Artichoke Mac and Cheese - Bars Near Me - Massapequa Park, New York

Another March Madness.. another day of hanging out at The Good Life for 11 hours. Lyndon was incredible. One of the best waiters I've ever had. Food was also a 10/10 as usual read more

At Good Life in Massapequa, my experience has been nothing short of delightful. From the moment you step inside, the ambiance envelops you in a warm, inviting atmosphere that makes you feel right at home. The decor strikes a perfect balance between modern and cozy, featuring soothing lighting and tasteful design elements that create a relaxed vibe ideal for dining or catching up with friends. The staff from the host to the servers are all incredibly friendly and attentive. They seem genuinely invested in ensuring your experience is exceptional. The restaurant menu has your American cuisine favorites. Our dining experience has always been good. In summary, Good Life is a perfect blend of great food, a welcoming ambiance, and exceptional staff. It is a place where you can unwind and enjoy your dining experience. read more

A nice "pub" this is a place for a few pints and a quick bite. The staff was very nice, the eating areas were ok. Drinks were good, a nice selection of beers and cocktails. The aps we had no bone wings. Very taste, i have the Jamaican rub, it was out of this world, i have the fish and chips, but was able to get chips vs fries. Both ver tasty and a great side sauce. My wife had the chicken pot pie that was actually a chicken shepherd pie. No crust, just mashed P on top. The meal was food just wanting some flakey crust. read more

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Our whole family loves the good life. The food is fresh and delicious. Kids love going and especially getting the peanut butter pie for dessert. What a treasure to have in our neighborhood read more

There's a reason this place was mostly empty brunch. The Eggs Benedict was pretty bad, it tasted almost vinegary, not smooth and creamy. Side of bacon: $5 for 3 slices of well done, dry bacon that was clearly made in advance and then heated up (educated guess) Coffee was luke warm. Pancakes were not good. Scrambled eggs were decent. Service was friendly but missed obvious problems, and never came back to check on how the food was. I've eaten dinner here before and it was good, but I'll never go back for breakfast. $70 for 3 people. No booze. High prices are only acceptable if the food measures up, and it didn't. I would have spoken to a manager but didn't wanna embasss my guests. read more

Food was enjoyed by all - compliments to the chef! I loved the Eggs Benedict Florentine. Service was very good - Thank you to our server Mary C. Looking forward (as always) to returning soon. read more

Went here on a weekend with some friends. Everyone enjoyed their meal. Service was attentive. My burger was cooked to perfection. The crunch salty bacon, creamy brie ams sweet apricots were a great mix. This place has some of the beat burgers I've tasted in this area. Would definitely come back to try different toppings. The interior of the restaurant was big and there's a good outdoor space as well. read more

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Came here for lunch on a Saturday afternoon large group of 11. It took a bit to be seated but that's to be understood. Our waitress, Sam, was amazing. She remembered everything and was just welcoming and accommodating. Their menu is extensive and we were all pleased with our food. I would def recommend and be back. read more

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Took 35 minutes for scrambled eggs. Were they growing the chickens who laid the eggs? Absolutely butchered the Jam breakfast menu. They brought out a dry "salad", and charged additional for dressing. Save your money, you can get a better experience at a Dennys. read more

Great little place. Food was very good. Nice selection of beers. Tried numerous appetizers and sandwiches. Really liked the fish & Chips. Service was excellent. read more

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Just came here for lunch. It is a neighborhood place with a nice pub vibe. The menu is extensive but we settled on sandwiches and a burger. i was tempted to try an app but i was trying to be good lol. The sandwiches were big and the tots were fresh not greasy. I enjoyed the honey mustard my tots came with. Our server Taylor was so pleasant but really so were all of the staff. I will have to return to try some of the other options on the menu. read more

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Always have fun here noisy loud crowded, but fun surprisingly fast service even on a really busy night. The Winston bowl was really good sitting outside in the summer on the boulevard. Can't be beat to people watch great beers read more

Went there and had terrible service all food was cold. Wrote a review in Google and owner responded to reach out to management to have someone contact me. That was a joke because nobody ever responded. Will never recommend this place to anyone. read more

Solid! My wife had a baby shower just down the block, so I had some time to head here for a drink and a bite. I sat at the bar and the bar tender was very friendly and helpful. They have plenty of beers on tap to choose from. A very good selection of food as well. I opted for the post stickers which were really good. The area filled up later that afternoon and was a good crowd. I was able to spend some time here without being rushed. Great spot to check out if you are in the area! read more

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The bride's bday, y'day. We usually go to a high end restaurant but she wanted to do something casual and wanted to bring the boy and his girl. Heard good things about this place so we decided to give it a shot. We were not disappointed. Ambience was perfect, pub casual. Our server was spot on and what a menu! From the casual to the sublime! And a rather extensive drink menu and a large selection of craft draught beers. Appetizers were on point and the meals were off the chain and well presented. If we did not have a giant bday cake waiting at home, we would have to sample the afters. All in all, a great place, great food and service and a definite "go back." Cheers! read more

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I'm really in a quandry as to what to do. I don't want to badmouth this place, but I have to be honest at the same time. On a recent visit to LI to visit family, we not only ordered takeout from The Good Life, but we ordered from them TWICE. The first time we ordered, I got a Caesar salad, which I couldn't enjoy because whoever packed the "to-go" bag, stupidly put my cold salad in with all the hot items being ordered... so by the time the salad got home, it was warm and soggy. To make matters worse, they put the salad dressing on at the restaurant, so I'm sure that added to the soggy factor. However, my daughter also got 1 order of their chicken wings drenched in tikka masala sauce, and those were so unbelievably good. I think I ate most of them. I couldn't get enough; they were THAT good. Because I was in love with those wings, we ordered takeout from them one more time in my visit, and the second time, I ordered the tikka masala wings for myself, and I ordered another salad... SPECIFICALLY ASKING TO HAVE THE DRESSING ON THE SIDE AND THE ENTIRE SALAD BAGGED SEPARATELY. Oh my, it was as if someone purposely avoided any and all instructions. The salad had dressing on it AGAIN, and the salad was put on top of all the hot food items AGAIN. It was even soggier this time. I couldn't even eat it... and if you saw how little lettuce they put in, you'd be PISSED just as I was. But it gets worse. I was all set to dig into those delectable wings when I looked at them and asked my daughter, "shouldn't there be sauce on them?" I moved the wings around to see if maybe the sauce got buried, but no, there was like a droplet on the bottom of the aluminum tin, but nothing on any of the wings. I mean NOTHING. Further, the wings were barely cooked through, they were too dry to eat, absolutely ZERO flavor, and I can assure you, nothing at all remotely tasting like those chicken tikka masala wings I had a few weeks earlier. I was devastated like you wouldn't believe. Yeah, looking forward to a particular food item, and then it doesn't work out, I can get depressed over things like that. I know what happened to the salad..... they clearly don't listen to orders or care. As for the wings, I know they care about those, but what the heck happened to mine on that one day? That was crazy bad. Now I'm back home, so it'll be a long while before I return.... but when I do, you can be sure I won't forget this recent unfortunate event, and I will go there myself (which I didn't do either of these times). I will definitely inspect the bag of to-go items before leaving the restaurant and make them re-do anything to my disliking. I don't want to be upset about this AGAIN, and I want to be able to return my Yelp rating to its former good marks, and most importantly, I want to enjoy some of those chicken tikka masala wings. The stuff dreams are made of. read more

I've been here twice so far and the food is great. The portions are big so you have to bring your appetite. I went with my dads girlfriend and we were not disappointed. I've been there before and always like their food. The drinks are great as well. This is a great place for friends and family. read more

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Been here a handful of times with friends. This is a local spot that can get busy. The establishment has a very cute entrance like entering a UK telephone booth. There is the hostess in front to seat you in their seated section, or you can chose to go to the left where the bar is. Their bar has a rotating beer and cider selection throughout the year. They do allow you to taste some beers before buying a glass as long as the beer being asked to taste isn't a higher alcohol percentage. Their menu is a mixture of British and American fare, from burgers to snack bar foods to Shepards pie. There is a little something. For everyone. The mashed potato wontons are always a favorite and the everything pretzel. Definitely a great place to hang out with friends and chill or for a very casual date night. read more

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The food & service were excellent. The ambiance is very nice more of bar type. The menu is very extensive with many choices for breakfast, lunch & dinner. read more

There is nothing good about this place. I'd like to meet someone who actually enjoys this food so I can study the intricacies of their palate and understand how and why anyone could stomach this food. Against my better judgment, we ordered from The Good Life. We chose the pretzel, tot poutine, keen-wah salad, and philly cheesesteak. The pretzel was literally just a soggy small-sized loaf of bread. Weird, but I'll let it pass. The tot poutine was covered.in.oil! And not the typical "this meal is unhealthy" grease that I was expecting. You could literally spoon out the oil from under the dish. It was inedible. The keen-wah salad was very warm. Is it supposed to be? Since it's mixed with greens, feta and salad dressing, shouldn't it have been cooled before putting the dish together? I'm old, so maybe hot salads are all the rage these days. If so, I'm out of the loop, and out of yet another edible meal. The cheesesteak was cold and not at all tasty. If this was an isolated assault, I wouldn't be so harsh, but put together with the other offenses and a cold dish is just the cherry on top. I'm writing this review to remind myself NEVER to order from The Good Life again. I highly do not recommend this place and suggest taking the word "good" from their name read more

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I decided to come visit this restaurant again and I keep saying how fantastic the food here is and how I highly recommend it. This is the second time I visited this place and this time I ordered the Fish Butty Sandwich with regular fries. It was a battered cod sandwich with lettuce and tomato served with tartar sauce and malt vinegar on the side. HOLY COW! This was absolutely delicious! This was best battered cod I've ever had, the cod pieces were a decent size (2 large pieces) and the cod was tender and the breading was so crunchy and tasty. The biggest highlight of this sandwich was that it was not at all greasy or oily and it was so fresh! The tartar sauce was nice and light and flavorful with the flavor of the cod. It came with a little basket of fries, they were also very good as well. I jumped into the food before the beverage I ordered but oh well. I ordered to drink the Blinding Melon which had vodka, watermelon liquor and club soda which had a slice of watermelon as a garnish. This was good but my only thing was, it was so so strong on the vodka as opposed to the watermelon liquor. The main highlight here was the food. The waiter was very nice and attentive and gave a lot of recommendations from the specials menu as well as their beer menu that was on the wall. (You can ask for a paper menu of the beer) Overall I was very happy again with my second experience here! Give this place a try!! You won't be disappointed. read more

Service great. Good great. Lots of options on the menu to choose from. My husband especially loved his Shepherds Stew. Extremely flavorful and tender. read more

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I had eaten at The Good Life many times in the past. What I remembered about it was that there were almost too many options; one of those places at which the chef wanted to accommodate the desires of anyone and everyone. Tonight, I returned with my wife for the first time. First off, we both love onion rings and I fully expected to find good ones here; not to be, they don't make them. That said, I believe the book that is their menu seemed a lot more concise. They still have a huge amount of beer on tap, if you like that kind of thing. But let me tell you, I know my wife likes pork and she did not want a sandwich, burger, nor fish. So I noticed the last entree on the list, the Parmesan crusted pork Schnitzel. I know that's a crazy option anywhere, least of all this Irish American pub. But let me tell you, combined with my Shrimp Po' Boy sandwich and a little Caesar salad, this was one of the best meals we have had. I mean wow! I don't often LOVE Brussels sprouts, but these were the best I've ever tasted. The schnitzel with a yummy gravy was moist and delicious. What a winner; I could not wait to tell you all about this meal. And check out the photo of these deliciousness. read more

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