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    The Main Event

    3.6 (209 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 11:00 pm

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    Loud
    Casual
    Happy hour specials
    Good for kids

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    Bourbon. Beer
    Camille G.

    Loved how big this place is huge . I wanted to sit by the bar and watch the games. As I ordered a bourbon beer and a special dinner : Angus Beef Strip with side salad and fries! The service was on point check on me several times. It must go when you're in town!!

    Wings, anyway you want them.
    Kris K.

    After movies, The Main Event Restaurant in Farmingdale. Great sports bar, so many tv's, greeted and welcomed, no reservations. Party of 6, sat right away. A great place for burgers and wings. Our waitress made us feel welcome and all the food was cooked perfectly.

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    Marc K.

    Overall...for this visit...will brand this restaurant the Stain Event There was a kids party while we were having a lunch and it was so loud I had to holler to be heard and couldn't hear what was being said to me. Check out my decibel meter screen shot. Service was good to great. She came by often and seldom let my glass run dry. The food was eh. Wings were good but not great. Potato skins were lukewarm warm and the cheese had congealed. Salad had some browns but was good. IF YOU LIKE MY REVIEWS PLEASE FRIEND ME and ask to be notified!

    Marinated Steak Tidbits
    Anthony P.

    I recently visited The Main Event in Farmingdale and had a great time! One of the highlights was the numerous TVs available to catch any sporting event. I ordered the steak tidbits, which were delicious and cooked to perfection. I also tried the fried clam strips, which were good but slightly overcooked. The atmosphere was fun and energetic, making for a lively dining experience. The service was good, but our server could have been a bit more attentive and checked in with us more frequently. It's a great spot to catch a game or meet friends for a casual dinner. Its great for kids too - they have a great kids menu and our kids had a lot of fun watching sports while eating dinner. The restaurant also has a large bar area, perfect for adults to hang out and enjoy a drink. Overall, I would recommend The Main Event for a fun night out and some great food.

    Raymond K.

    Went here to visit some old friends and watch the Yankee game. TVs all over the place. Not a bad seat in the house. Probably a great spot for Sunday football. We ordered a bunch of food, I had the roast beef dip. Very good. Big pretzle was good also. We had a great server, beers were cold, food was good, great company, Yankees game. Couldn't ask for anything more. If I was still on Long Island , it would be a regular spot to watch sports.

    It's obvious lol
    Mickey C.

    Greetings Fellow Yelpers, My 1st review of 2024 ( I've been busy) Met a large group of friends for Super Bowl LVII . It was my first time visiting this venue which is an open atmosphere with 2 bars and dining room seatings along with patio seating in the warm months an quite an ample parking lot. I had already eaten at an earlier get together so I didn't order any food. I picked on some group apps which were good. I will update this review on food on my next visit . TV's are plenty full and it was a very comfortable atmosphere. Bartenders were pretty good considering it was a group of 25+ Very clean venue with spotless restrooms. Shout out to Mike the owner who made his presence know making all facets of the night were good . The kitchen did get backed up for about 45 minutes but you were alerted prior to ordering. Kudos. It was Super Bowl Sunday and busy!

    Tara L.

    We had our daughter's first birthday party here, and it couldn't have been more perfect. The staff at the main event was so incredibly helpful and even helped us hang banners and do everything we needed to do to prepare for the party. They were always available whenever we had questions before the party and were extremely accommodating. Everyone was raving about the food and how it was the perfect space for a birthday party. We actually had access to two huge rooms, which was great for various entertainment we had, and they were able to close off one room with shades to make it more private. I would highly recommend an event here, and Gina, the manager, was incredible to work with!

    Wings a La poisson
    Amanda K R.

    When it's busy- service is questionable but... Sports bar atmosphere Loud, tons of tv's Great for parties Priced accordingly Ample parking

    Eggplant parm, Grilled Mix Veggie Quesadillas, Chicken Francese, Caesar Salad and The Main Event Pasta
    Shawnie J.

    When our company has holiday parties this seems to be one of the go to restaurants. From the bartender to waiters and busboys the service was good. The ambiance is busy with all of the winter holidays coming up and there is a screen in every viewpoint. The food was delicious I finished my plate, some of the best eggplant parm I've ever had.

    Calamari and baked clam !!
    Molly T.

    Great selection and their Greek style food is A+ Lobster bisque has large chunks of lobster and was creamy and delicious. I also enjoyed the chicken souvlaki platter which was massive and comes with Greek salad and fries - the best meal I've had so far was their Romanian steak they had on special - hopefully they will have it again sometime!

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    Food is amazing,,, c services were great. And the whole place is sports. Sports. And the owner is " one of the boys "

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    Awesome place. Love the wings the best. Raw oysters good too. Huge place, huge bar, trivia night. Great energy.

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    Love this place for loads of TVs to watch any sporting event of your choice. Better than average pub fare. Friendly staff. Good drinks.

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    Been here a few times. The foods good. Nothing amazing but not expected! Great sports bar. Great location

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    1 year ago

    Amazing place to watch the games. Wings are one of the best here but the buffalo chicken sliders on pretzel bun are the best.

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    Tap Room

    Tap Room

    3.5
    (55 reviews)
    1.5 mi

    Enjoyed a great Sunday Brunch at The Tap Room in Farmingdale. I've been here before for some drinks…read moreand apps, but since we are holding my bridal shower here in June, we wanted to go for brunch to get a better feel for that menu. Our server Jacqueline was very sweet and attentive. We had ordered a cider flight. 3 out of 6 tasted like an IPA and we asked to swap it out. They were very accommodating and swapped it without question. Our guests' Bloody Marys were strong and spicy. We tried the short rib skillet, short rib sliders, American breakfast and breakfast burrito. The short ribs were soft and tender and the garlic Parmesan potatoes were AMAZING. (My mom actually went and spoke to the event manager to make sure we could have them at my shower.) The bacon was crispy and eggs cooked perfectly. Brunch prices were very reasonable considering the portions and quality. Overall, it was a great brunch experience and we can't wait to come back!

    I REALLY hate to give the Tap Room three stars but to be completely transparent, my food wasn't…read morethat great. First off, I hold Tap Room to a very good standard as I have been to the Huntington and Bayshore locations and have had great experiences however I was not a fan of the Farmingdale location food wise. I went about three weeks ago and had a pretzel and a whiskey burger. The pretzel was delicious but the burger was tasteless. I thought that maybe its an off-day or something. I came back this past week and had the 20 for $20 wing special. My wings were dryer than the Sahara Desert. I chewed them and had to spit them out. I feel bad saying this but im still going to come back. The food is typically good, great deals on drinks, the staff are always friendly, but the food lately was not good. I will definitely be back for a third try.

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    Front Bar / Dining Area
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    Croxley's Farmingdale

    Croxley's Farmingdale

    3.3
    (502 reviews)
    1.5 mi
    $$

    Croxley Ale House is a bar located on a nice strip of different bars and a quick walk from the Long…read moreIsland Railroad. I came here to watch the final of the NCAA Division I Football Bowl Subdivision Miami vs. Indiana with a couple of my cousins. The Ambiance of the bar is pretty good, a very cozy sports bar. For our appetizer, we started sharing the chicken buffalo wings, and fried cheese curds. The Fried Cheese Curds were crunchy outside and warm, gooey, and slightly chewy inside, a field of cheeses, very delicious a great option to share across a big party. The wings were crunchy, and well season, and delicious. I also order famous burger, The Ale House Cheddar Cheese, Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion Topped with Island Dressing, my burger was cooked medium and the cut was pretty good the bacon was crispy, and my meat was super delicious and juicy, For my drinks, I had the beer no alcoholic Athletic Run Wild IPA all night surprise it taste similar to an IPA. The bartender did a good job.

    I came here with a friend for the soccer game. The girl we had was training and quite frankly not…read moregood herself. My beer was flat, I order another which was also flat. My friend later got a beer that was also flat, batting 0 for 3 here. I used to love the wings but my wings were literally cold. They couldn't even have been sitting under the warmer bc they were cold. She never came back to ask how anything was once the food dropped and I sat there with my wings getting colder. I actually had to ask for a box and the check bc the table was never touched. I was going to go today for the soccer game but my friend refused. Awful.

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    Croxley's Farmingdale
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    Library Café

    Library Café

    3.8
    (529 reviews)
    1.5 mi
    $$
    Full bar
    Takes reservations

    I met at Library Cafe for a long overdue girls' lunch, and between the incredible food and the…read morewarm, welcoming atmosphere, we ended up talking for over two hours without ever feeling rushed. That's the kind of place you'll want to linger long after your plate is empty. We had French Onion Soup, and it was everything you want from a classic. Rich, deeply caramelized onion broth with incredible savory flavor, topped with a toasted baguette that soaked up just enough broth while still keeping a little bite. The bubbling layer of melted mozzarella and Swiss stretched with every spoonful. There was a flavor I couldn't place, but had me thinking herbaceous Italian seasonings, which isn't typically the flavor profile of French onion soup, gave it a unique flavor and made every bite more irresistible. The Asian Chicken Salad was anything but ordinary. Crisp romaine and crunchy red cabbage were tossed with tender grilled chicken, crunchy cashews, and fresh scallions. We got the sesame ginger vinaigrette on the side, which struck the perfect balance of nutty, tangy, and slightly sweet. Every forkful had a fresh crunch followed by a burst of bright, savory flavor that kept us coming back for another bite. The Chicken Taco Salad arrived in a crispy tortilla shell that was almost too pretty to break into, but we're glad we did. Juicy marinated chicken, creamy avocado, fresh pico de gallo, sweet corn and black bean salsa, chopped greens, and a generous blend of Mexican cheeses were all tied together with a smoky chipotle-lime vinaigrette. Cool sour cream mellowed the gentle heat, creating the perfect combination of creamy, smoky, zesty, and fresh in every bite.

    We walked in on Tuesday for an early birthday celebration and to take advantage of the Long Island…read moreRestaurant Week menu. My brother has always wanted to try this place, but we never had a chance to actually step foot inside the Library Cafe. As the name suggests, the restaurant sits at the site of the old town library, and the bar area has tall shelves and a rolling ladder to pay homage to the name. To maximize the restaurant week menu, three of us tried different appetizers. The ahi tuna taco was the best of the lot- crispy shell and nicely prepared tuna filling. The Thai calamari was a little too overcooked and the sweet sauce was cloying. I didn't get to try too much of the French onion soup because my dad almost inhaled it whole, but it was gooey and comforting. I had the honey-soy glazed salmon with broccolini. The salmon was a little dry, but the glaze and cashew went well with it. Maybe a touch of spice could have improved the dish. The broccolini was nicely textured and not too bitter. My mom's fish and chips were underwhelming, though the not-proper "chips" were well fried and seasoned. It was not served with vinegar either. My brother had the Buddha bowl which he enjoyed and felt was a good health conscious option. I did love that they allowed my dad -- who was not feeling too well-- to order just an entree while the rest of the table had the restaurant week menu. I know some restaurants require all members of the table to order off the prix fixe menu sometimes. He had the burger, which was cooked very precisely to medium-rare. We did have dessert though we were stuffed at this point. The sticky toffee pudding cake was lovely, moist, and so decadent without being overly heavy. I ordered the wild berry cheesecake, and while the clearly house made berry compote was a nice touch, it was just a little underwhelming next to the sticky toffee pudding. Overall, we had a good time at the Library Cafe, and though service was a little slow due to sudden rush of diners, it was a fun little weekday dinner. I did see signs for their happy hour, which I'd love to try-- especially their cocktails named after writers!

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    Crispy Mozzarella:  'nduja spiced tomato sauce, and parmesan reggiano.
    Crispy Mozzarella: 'nduja spiced tomato sauce, and parmesan reggiano.
    A brunch favorite! Try our Lavender Lemon Drop Martini.
    A brunch favorite! Try our Lavender Lemon Drop Martini.
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    The Main Event - tradamerican - Updated July 2026

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