The Frito Misto had a weird sauce and the Black Sea bass that was deboned table side was served to…read moreus with lots of bones. Normally, I don't start a review on a negative but after we left and counting up all the missteps, I felt off. My wife is more forgiving, she liked the Frito Misto and Bolognese. It's hard to believe this was a BBQ spot a few years ago. The glass garage door is still in place, back in the day it was enjoyable during the spring. There's a reason why it's called Sparrow Cocktails. I ordered the Smoked Old Fashioned. Made with Angel's Envy Bourbon and wood smoked chips, this was a great cocktail before dinner. The Frito Misto had a delicate coating, it wasn't overly battered. The green dipping sauce served on the side was bland. It didn't add to the dish and was thin. The Malfalde Bolognese was a hearty portion, we were able to share this large dish between the two of us. Made with beef, veal and pork and simmered in San Marzono tomatoes, this entree satisfies all my pasta cravings. I was looking for some grated cheese, none was offered.. The Back Sea Bass special, IMHO we should have passed. My wife asked about bones and was told they de-bone the fish table side. What was served to us was a fish that was cooked well but was full of small pin bones. We passed on dessert, it was time to go. an expensive meal that doesn't warrant a return visit.

The ambiance was very nice, and the service was attentive and friendly. Unfortunately, the food was…read morenot a favorite for our family. Overall, we found many of the dishes to be overly salty and oily. I ordered the rib sandwich and was disappointed because it wasn't what I expected. I anticipated an actual rib sandwich, but it appeared to be more like shredded beef and didn't have the flavor or texture of ribs. My son ordered the stuff Nutella French Toast and ended up sending them back. The eggs he was served were also quite salty. My daughter did not enjoy her burger, which was unusually thick and difficult to eat as prepared. My wife finished her meal, but she did not find it particularly enjoyable and felt the portion size was too small for the price. I think part of the issue may have been the limited Father's Day brunch menu. Had there been more options available, we might have found dishes that better suited our tastes. Additionally, dessert was not included in the package, which was somewhat disappointing. While the atmosphere and service were definite positives, the food did not meet our expectations. Based on this experience, I'm not sure if I would return.

Food was good group thought is was delicious. Personally had the Tuna which was good nothing…read morespectacular. Others had lobster and steak both said their meals were delicious Service was on point, nice ambiance to the place very nice decor. Been to a few high end restaurants which have better service but all in all a nice experience. Would go back to try the steak

It was my first time here, celebrating our dear friend's baby. They couldn't have selected a better…read moreestablishment as everything ran very smoothly. The place was set up beautifully and the private room was cozy. They selected a set menu which comprised of a choice of appetizer, a salad, a main course along with desserts, wow! The Mediterranean salad that I had, tasted fresh and it was nicely presented. The slider appetizer was a bit dry for my taste. However the lobster cream pasta main dish more than made up for it. The tiramisu finale was very nice. So all in all I think that the execution of the meal combined with an attentive and friendly staff makes it a success. I would definitely return here when visiting Garden City!

I'm a regular at Bartaco, and this was my third time being served by Gerardo at the bar. He always…read moreprovides a great experience and really knows how to make an amazing coconut margarita. Great service, great drinks, and always a good time!

Had a gift card & was excited to try this place out...who doesn't love tacos? Our server, Gerardo,…read morewas friendly but however- no checking on us after we got our food since he was busy with other tables and never apologized for "his mistake" putting in the wrong taco type (6 baja fish instead of 6 pork belly that I ordered- second round) & made it seem like it was my fault because he couldn't find my order slip in the trash. Anyway, for the tacos: we got the mojo pork carnitas, pork belly, sesame ribeye, roasted duck, crispy shrimp & baja fish. We also got the duck birria quesadilla, plantains, korean bbq ribeye rice bowl & ahi tuna crispy rice bowl, a side of esquites (street corn off cob) & the seasonal fruit (honeydew) with tajin. All the food came out together so it took a long while. They were obviously short staffed. The pork belly & pork carnitas tacos were our faves- both were flavorful & the pork belly skin was crispy. The shrimp & fish tacos were perfectly fried. The ribeye & roasted duck taco meat were dry. The duck birria quesadilla was really good even tho the broth was a little bland. Corn was spicy yet tasty, we enjoyed the sweet fried plantains too. The rice bowls were disappointing- way too much sauce in the ahi tuna bowl, which made everything very salty & the crispy rice became soggy, and the Korean bbq ribeye was dry & tough- it's basically just a bibimbap. I don't recommend getting rice bowls at a taco place lol. The worst thing was the seasonal fruit with tajin that my daughter ordered. The honeydew was not riped nor sweet but rather flavorless & tasted sour with the tajin & lime juice- disgusting :x

The Rose Room, located in the Garden City Hotel, is a cut above the rest. Everything, from the…read morebeautifully decorated dining room to the attentive wait staff, made me feel incredibly pleased. Located in the heart of Garden City, the Rose Room is easily accessible and offers ample parking. Like so many years past, my colleagues and I are always on the hunt for that special place and experience that will elevate our holiday dinner outing. I was so pleased that The Rose Room was selected. As mentioned, the elegance and ambiance of the restaurant are pitch-perfect. The hostess, wait staff, and management all delivered top-notch service. The food was spectacular. I especially enjoyed the bacon maple stripe. My colleagues and I devoured them in seconds. I can't say enough good things about The Rose Room. That said, I am looking forward to my next visit. I would recommend adding The Rose Room to this holiday's restaurant rotation.

During our check in, we were told there was a speakeasy on site. After our event one Saturday…read morenight, we decided to check it out. It's as described by others... if you're staying on site, it's worth checking out but I wouldn't make a special trip for it. We were starving and glad to see some apps on the menu, however, nothing super appealing after you've had a few drinks. We got the shrimp cocktail (3 pieces) and a small charcuterie board. Together this was over $50 before tip and overpriced. I think options are limited because they don't have a kitchen nearby.

We came in for a quick drink. The cocktails were spirit forward which I enjoy. The martini we…read moreordered was perfectly chilled and the Manhattan was delicious. They also give complimentary snacks with your drinks.

This bar was amazing. Very welcoming. Diverse. Wonderful tastings. I highly recommend this bar for…read morea drink or for lunch. The place is very well maintained and upscale. The bathrooms are clean. The food and drinks are tasty. I am looking forward to my next dinner here.

The restaurant is a very modern Italian place with slightly dimmed lights and overall no complaints…read morein that regard. Once we sat down, we asked to switch tables, and they were very accommodating. To start, we ordered the house bread, which was surprisingly one of the best dishes served; the clams; and the tagliolini. The baked clams and house bread are musts in my opinion. I got the chicken parmesan and the pappardelle bolognese for dinner, and they absolutely nailed these dishes. An outstanding job on the chicken parmesan; even the most basic of dishes here are surprising. Then for dessert we ordered the olive oil cake, which came with this frothy cream on top, which was definitely worth saving room for. My only complaint about my experience would be that during one part of the night the waiter did not come to our table for a good 25 minutes, and I had to wave down a different waiter since we were waiting to put in our dinner orders. Overall, though, a wonderful experience and definitely one of my favorite restaurants in Long Island.

We dined with another couple (close friends of ours) who just returned from their trip in Italy…read more This was our second time eating at Farm Italy and it still was a wonderful dining experience!. It was a Friday night and every table was full! If you didn't have a reservation, unfortunately the wait was over 1.5 hours long! The ambiance was still beautiful. Staff was very accommodating. We were seated near the outdoor section and had a nice view of the fire pit. For starters, we shared the flavorful grilled octopus with potato, sun-dried peppers, & olives. The Fritto Misto was a bit salty but the salmon bite I tasted was perfect!! It paired well with our arugula salad. Our entrees were cooked to perfection! Both hubbies had the Ribeye, my girlfriend thoroughly enjoyed her spaghetti with lobster and she said it matched the quality in Italy! I enjoyed my jumbo shrimp and spinach meal. Our desert and cocktails were 10/10!

Cute local dive !!! Great drink menu at a good price and they have hookah the drinks we ordered…read morewere some patron shots vodka rocks it's a good getaway for a quick cocktail not overly done and decorated clean bathroom for a bar !!

Came here with friends early for drinks before dinner. The waitress is very nice and drinks are…read moredelicious and reasonable. We enjoyed the time there.

Before beginning this review, my wife and I would like to thank Alyssa Guidice for mailing us a 15%…read morecoupon to be used for this dinner. Now to the review. If you have an insatiable desire for the best Mexican food around, grab your sombrero, and stop by El Sol Gl, on Old Country Rd., Mineola. Upon entering, you'll be serenaded by Mexican music, and have the feel that you've been transported to Mexico, and will be dining at a local Cantina. As soon as we sat down, warm homemade tortilla chips, along with homemade salsa were placed on the table. We've had this combo at many Mexican restaurants, but none that even came close to this. My wife ordered a glass of red sangria that she absolutely loved. After devouring the above, we order a chicken quesadilla for an appetizer. Once again this simple dish, far exceeded our expectations. For entrees my wife ordered a steak & chicken combo fajitas, accompanied by rice refried beans, guacamole, sour cream along with homemade tortillas. I ordered the enchiladas mixtas. This dish consisted of 3 separate enchiladas, one each of chicken, shrimp & steak topped with 3 types of salsa, & melted oaxaca cheese. The combination of textures & flavors were beyond the taste of any enchiladas I've ever experienced. We passed on dessert, but they have a number of homemade items highlighted by tres leches cake. I also would like to give a special thanks to Romeo for his outstanding service & recommendations. They have various daily specials such as Taco Tuesday, 1/2 price margaritas, and a weekend brunch. If you want to enjoy a homemade Mexican meal you don't have to fly to Mexico, just get in your car and head for El Sol Gl. The meal will be Fantistico!!

One of our new regular spots - gone twice in 2 weeks! El Sol offers great service and delicious…read moreMexican cuisine. Nice relaxing vibe and very friendly staff. Started off with the empanadas and ceviche. Both were excellent and super flavorful. For entrees, we had the pollo relleno, steak ala Jalisco, el sol signature steak and the fajitas mixtas. Pollo relleno was a unique dish with great sauce. The steak ala Jalisco was fine, but the el signature steak definitely stood out with its marinade. All of their meals are great value for the price but the stand out was the fajitas. The mixtas offers steak, chicken and shrimp. We all ordered these on our 2nd visit. For me, the steak and shrimp were the best. We finished the meal with churros and tres leches. While it was delicious, $19 for the dish was as a bit high. Overall, this place is one of our new favorites. My fiancée had left his credit card and we appreciated their honesty about it. Will be back soon to try some of their weekly specials.

Will, our waiter did a great job, he's really experienced and he's got a great attituderead more

We really enjoyed our experience at Small Batch. I had the salmon dish and really enjoyed it. My…read morehusband wasn't a huge fan of the rigatoni, but there were still plenty of things we loved. The kids' menu is great, which is always a big plus for families. The arugula salad is also delicious, and if you get the chance to try the butternut squash ravioli when they have it, definitely do, it's one of my favorites. Overall, a great spot for a family meal with a nice variety of options.

I came here and had lunch. The server was great. He was making drinks running around and you would…read morenever know there was just one person working. The food is delicious and the ambience was great. I'll definitely be back.

Quaint spot in Mineola serving Honduran food…read more The staff was warm and inviting. The warm bread provided was a nice bonus. We had the sweet chili wings and the chicken quesadilla for apps and were quite happy. The food takes a while to come out but the atmosphere makes up for it. I had the fried chicken bc of reviews on this page. I encouraged others to get it as well. I was disappointed however. My companion got wings and legs. I got no wings, 1 leg and random breast pieces. It was hard to find the chicken under a gloppy slaw and bed of tostones. I didn't eat much because it seemed like a tower of meh. Some other companions ordered the seafood soup and were very happy so I ordered the beef soup to go. I was underwhelmed with the flavor and had to use the provided lime and hot pepper sauce. The beef was quite chewy and tough and not what I expected in my soup. The provided rice was a bit too al dente however the flavor was good. We probably got an off day for the restaurant so I can't knock them too hard. As I stated the apps, the bread and the service was excellent.