Not sure if my review should land here, but I need to place it somewhere. This is specifically for The Loft area, which is next to The State Room and is the event space for the business. Gone are the days of the Brickhouse brewery. Now you have a super classy joint that resides right in Patchogue. A place that, I'm reminded by my husband every time we drive through, use to not be so classy. My sister requested that we have her baby shower here because she was such a fan of the food. And she was right. The food is fresh and delicious and featured in a very well thought out menu. Julien was a pleasure to work with during the preparations. Allowing access to the space during not busy times to help us plan our decorations. Day of it was all hands on deck. Julien, Anna and our amazing bartender with the handlebar mustache exceeded our expectations. The food was incredible. My sister had the best time and that's all that matters. And I have the State Room to thank for it. Posting few pics of the rooms before the guests arrives so you have an idea of the space :) read more

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The state room is better than shands because I go there for drinks, and not the overhyped food. Their cocktail program and bar staff are superior to everything in the area. Their cocktail program drinks are out of this world and special requests are nailed every time. Truly wonderful in that regard and only that regard. read more

The State Room - Fun but lack of food; big waste of money, some tasty items, some not; tiny portions given to big tables, poorly managed & executed - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Patchogue, New York

Simply amazing. Unique food and drink menu. The beef tartare and korean short ribs are spectacular. The beef tartare topping is creamy and light with a nice bread at the bottom. Perfect bite. The bartenders are masters at their craft. Tell them what you are into and they'll make a delicious drink for you. They're menu has recently expanded to add more. The restaurant itself is small and personal. Great place to bring someone you care about and what to have a great conversation with as it is not loud or overwhelming. Bring those who deserve to see this hidden gem. read more

The State Room - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Patchogue, New York

Great drinks and food. Bartenders are super friendly and make amazing cocktails. Tom is one of the top bartenders on the island. One of the best cocktail bars on the island. Might be the best. read more

The State Room - Drinks were top notch. Best in patchogue. - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Patchogue, New York

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Upstairs from Shands (formerly the Brickhouse Brewery, RIP), The State House made use of a (as far as I knew) seldom-used space. Previously a spot for private parties (I assume) it's a far cry from when we played the BHB in the craft brewery dart league! The space is, in a word, swanky. A red velour (?) banquet/bench stretches along one wall allowing small tables to be adjusted and spaced for couples, parties of 4 or, perhaps, even larger groups. A few high tops hug the walls for couples. The bar looks like it will accommodate a dozen or so. All-in-all, a pretty intimate setting where it looks like 30-35 would be the max. That being said, it's pretty loud in here. I think the high tin ceiling probably reflects the noise back down to the diners. Or maybe it was the party next to us. If you're on a first date and trying to get to know what their favorite band was, maybe pick a quieter time. But, being married for 19 years, smiling and nodding worked perfectly for me. Dim lighting and dark wood lend to the speakeasy vibe. Entering through the matte black side door and ascending the long stairway and opening another matte black door add to the vibe. Inventive menu and craft cocktails. I stuck with a tried-and-true Old Fashioned (Bulleit). Like ordering Lo Mein from a new Chinese joint, this is my go-to to check if the bar is up to snuff. Giant, clear ice cube (which seems de rigeur for cocktail lounges), and nice presentation. Not bad. Wife had an Espresso martini which she was happy with as well. We skipped apps and went for the entrées. NOTE: They are focused on a SMALL PLATE concept. Do NOT expect to get stuffed (unless you order multiple plates). Though smaller portioned, the dishes were well-plated and delicious. Wife had the scallops which had a nice sear. I ordered the hanger steak, rare, which, blissfully, actually came rare! Well-seasoned and super tasty, there was no need for the accompanying sauce (though I tasted it and found it to be earthy and robust). Robert, our waiter, was casual, friendly and attentive without being obsequious and was very helpful with any questions we had regarding the menu. He brought us some samples of cocktails they were experimenting with. Ours was some sort of sour which looked and sorta smelled like crystal-light lemonade. Made with fig-infused gin, there a slight sweet and jammy note in the finish. Really nice. Panna Cotta for dessert had a nice counter balance of sweet and soft and crunchy with whatever was sprinkled on top (almonds?). Made with Brieremere berries? Finished with a double espresso. Overall, a great experience. Though the drinks and menu items seemed fairly priced, it's a slightly hefty bill for the small plates so make sure you adjust your expectations accordingly. My only regret is that we had not come sooner. A great addition to the Patchogue Village food and drink scene! read more

The State Room - Espresso martini. And, uh... a candle. - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Patchogue, New York

My partner and I booked a dinner on a Saturday night, which I would not recommend if you want a relaxing dinner. The room was crowded, loud, and dark. I ordered a spirit forward drink with coconut tequila. I thought the tequila was unique, but I'm not a spirit forward type. The next drink I ordered was supposed to be balanced and tasted even stronger than my first drink! Many of the people at the bar were noticeably drunk. I didn't enjoy the beverages. Our meal on the other hand was solid. My partner and I ordered the tasting menu. Our server was a very kind young woman. The beef tartare was lovely, as well as a milk oyster. No complaints with the food. Both of us feel we could have spent our money at a different restaurant and had a better experience. read more

The State Room - The room and bar - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Patchogue, New York

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Very cool ambiance upstairs ~ a small menu, but a good selection. Bartenders were nice and friendly. Would go back again.

Hello Bert. This was our second visit to Shands, and once again it did not disappoint. The food was excellent, our server was outstanding, and the ambiance truly made us feel like we were dining in the city. The upscale atmosphere set the stage for a perfect night out. Thank you to you, Jamie, and the entire team for delivering such a great experience. We look forward to seeing you again soon. read more

Food and drinks are creative, service was wonderful. I chose this restaurant after reading reviews here and to celebrate my boyfriend's birthday. It was both our first times here. We were welcomed and made to feel at home. The 'upstairs speakeasy' style was fun before our big swing band concert down the block-perfectly set the tone of our night. And of course, the infamous zig-zag floor was an added bonus for my Twin Peaks fan to take a bday photo. read more

The State Room - Birthday desserts! - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Patchogue, New York

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I definitely see why this restaurant is so highly rated! Right as you walk in, you know you are in for a unique experience. The ambiance is very jazzy and secluded. The food and drinks on the menu are not options you will easily find elsewhere. The service was also wonderful and on par. I had an amazing time dining here with my friends and I will definitely be returning! read more

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Great service once again. The food was delicious. I just wish I had known they had coquito on the menu, I didn't know until I saw the dessert menu. We got the rolls again to start. Their menu is always changing but it doesn't disappoint. I went with the clam linguini and hubby went with the steak. read more

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Made a reservation for the "Speak Easy" part of this restaurant for me & 2 of my friends. I haven't been here since they changed it & was excited for some fun cocktails & atmosphere. When I got there they told me that the speak easy part was closed but they could sit us in the dining area...even though I just made the reservation on the phone for the speak easy part a few hours before. Strange. So I said sure & sat at a table which was nice & the restaurant was very classy & beautiful but it just wasn't the vibe we were going for that night. I honestly didn't like much on the menu & I eat pretty much everything. We all agreed on that & all got the salmon which was alright nothing special. We got Brussel Sprouts as well & some Oysters. They oysters were good. Our server was nice but wasn't around much & wasn't happy that we sent back a drink we didn't like that she recommend. She kind of avoided us after that. All in all I'll probably come back with my husband to try it once more & update my review hopefully. read more

The State Room - Oysters - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Patchogue, New York

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The food is delicious. The Ambiance is fun. Staff is nice. Cool vibes. A fun date night or friends night out.

The vibes and the service are great. The food and drinks were very well presented. I had very high expectations though and thought the food was alright. I'd still definitely go back though read more

The setting is cozy, romantic lounge bar vibe. It looks like something you'd see in the Lower East Side somewhere with the exposed brick and retro light bulbs. It takes a minute to understand the menu however since it's not a traditional sit down restaurant. I'd say it's more of a bar with some food lol. Which translates to small plates. So if you really pack away your food or are really hungry - I probably wouldn't come here lol. The dishes for the size are kind of pricey and cocktails are city priced as well so don't expect a cheap night out. But the look of everything is very chic, the staff is very attentive and they offer a coat check at the door free of charge. I will say if you're looking for a quieter experience go during earlier times - noticed the crowd started picking up at around 7 PM and our reservation was at 6 PM. The recommended plate amount was about 2 plates per person. I think for me and my husband's appetite we could've gotten away with 3. I think I'd recommend starting with 3 and then adding on something else as well if you're a party of 2 and still peckish. We ended up with the Parker Rolls, Beef Tartare, Honeynut Squash Cappalletti, and a Hanger Steak. The 2 person tables are a little tight to fit all the food but we made it work lol. Now the food is utterly divine. I fell in love with the hanger, perfectly cooked with a great sauce and an awesomely cooked potato. The Cappalletti was also wonderful and the truffle wasn't overwhelming, Parker Rolls were also fantastic - my husband isn't into the "european" butter they serve it with as it's got some "funk" to it - but he did like the apple butter a lot. I think the least favorite was probably the tartare - it was a fine beef but I felt the sauce it came with was just a touch bit too garlicy/tangy for my taste. My husband just opted to stick with beer (also a cheaper compromise if you don't want to shell out $15 for a cocktail) but I indulged in two cocktails - Pecan Jag and Youre killing me smalls! I loved the Pecan Jag - as I'm a sweet (but not overtly sweet) drinker. And I assumed Smalls would be the same but it had all the trappings of a sweet drink but the scotch and bitters really levels it out to just a scotchy smoothness- which is nice if you're not looking to just drink scotch straight - but not as sweet as I would've liked! Overall the damage was around $180 - not the worst but definitely not the most budget friendly lol. But honestly I would definitely come back for a nice occasion to try out some of their other food stuffs because their food was really THAT good. read more

The State Room - Interior - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Patchogue, New York

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Was trying to find somewhere to eat and most restaurants were closed on main so we saw The State Room's door was open and have been curious to try. You go up some stairs to a cozy, dimly lit room. Has 8 small tables and a bar. Had the best cocktail of my life I forgot to snap a pic but it was the strawberry one. We were starving and shared the Duck Wings, Beef Tartare and Sourdough Malfadine. All perfectly made. Portions for the entree we picked were small, don't expect leaving full. I'd put this on your list of vibey date spots tucked away from the larger crowds. Great for cocktails and a light meal, priced a little higher than what you might find on Main. read more

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The State Room is definitely a breath of fresh air in Patchogue. The interiors are very beautiful and give a sort of retro, speakeasy vibe. The floors are a nice nod to David Lynch's Twin Peaks, and the dim lighting adds to the intimacy and charm of this small space. I appreciate that they use real, bonafide chairs instead of the run-of-the-mill metal industrial chairs we are all so tired of seeing it every single restaurant. I do hope in the future they will be able to put up shelving with real books in place of their faux bookshelf wallpaper though, it's the one thing that kind of took me out of the magic of the whole setting. I would've actually preferred a red velvet flocked Damask or toile pattern, but I digress I'm getting off topic and very very picky for no good reason. First and foremost, the food is truly artful and delicious. There's a real chef with years worth of training working back there, and you can tell. The attention to detail and execution of the food is undoubtedly pro. The house rolls with black plum marmalade and butter were delicious and nostalgic for me because they reminded me of a restaurant I used to frequent back in Brooklyn in 2010 called Maggie Browns that made homemade biscuits with raspberry butter. Sadly, the restaurant has since close down but this was one of the closer experiences I've had to that charming and memorable comfort food. I also enjoyed a salad special, I believe it was involving frisée, and a pasta dish where the pasta was so fresh I felt it was made either in house or locally, and cooked to perfection. It also seems that they frequently change their menu, based on season and ingredient availability, and often feature new specials, which is exciting to see. So many restaurants never change up their offerings, and after a few visits, the same rotation of dishes feels mundane. The diverse menu here reminds me that some chefs out there remain inspired, making art out of food. The drink menu is also impressive with a diverse and unique list of cocktails, crafted by bartenders that you can tell have real experience. The bartender was even kind enough to make me an off menu, espresso, martini, which was perfect. I will let you know that you will pay for the quality here, this is not a cheap bar you could stop by for happy hour for $15. It's definitely a little bit more upscale, which again is nice to see amongst the robust bar scene in downtown Patchogue. They say you get what you pay for, and here that rings true. You are paying for a lovely atmosphere and the training and innovation needed to execute a menu like this. In my opinion, that is worth every penny. Overall, I am very much looking forward to returning to the delicious food and ambiance at The State Room. read more

A hidden gem with top drawer cocktails and inventive appetizers. Local ingredients and engaging servers add to the allure. Will be back to try the rest of the menu! read more

The speakeasy vibe, paired with their high-quality dishes and well crafted cocktails, makes this place a must-visit! read more

The State Room - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Patchogue, New York

Last night we celebrated my husband's 70th birthday. From the moment we walked in, service was impeccable. We were here with two other couples. Got there early to have a drink at the bar and the bartender was a true mixologist. Some of us didn't know what to order so told him our likes and dislikes and he suggested the perfect cocktails. Ambience in the State Room Bar area was rustic with brick walls, low light ambience and a faux library corner. It wasn't too loud so you could actually have a conversation. When we were seated at our table, service was attentive but not hovering. The menu actually had "Happy 70th Birthday" printed at the top. Such a nice way to feel special. Since the menu was small plates, we decided to order a bunch and share so we could try just about everything. We ended up ordering all but four of the menu items. Every one of them was unique and delicious. There wasn't any that we didn't like although my personal favorite was the Beef Tartare; coming in a close second was the Sourdough Campanelle. The dishes came out staged (appy, salad, pasta, main) and weren't rushed at all. They waited until you finished that stage before coming out with the next, changing plates and silverware in between. It was true fine dining which is hard to find nowadays as that seems to be a dying breed. They came out with complimentary desserts, a slice of cheesecake and slice of chocolate cake, with a candle in it for hubby. Overall a wonderful experience and will highly recommend. This has become my new favorite restaurant and will definitely be coming back for more. read more

The State Room - Menu personalized for 70th Birthday. - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Patchogue, New York

What a mistake. Downstairs is better, this place needs a new chef and management team. Food was not good. Don't go there are a million other better options within 5 miles. I don't mind expensive meals, my only request is adequate service and good food. read more

I had friends come from buffalo and was really excited to show my friends this new place, I'm pregnant so no drinks for me but wanted them to get a nice cocktail to start the night. They got denied service because my friends enhanced license looked fake and they look young . Enhanced driver licenses are also used to go Canada and Mexico ( most people from buffalo have this because Canada is right there) Then they threatened to cut the ID. We are all 28 years old, were embarrassed as this is a small quiet place and all the other customers were staring ... we had a few more people meeting up with us there had to change plans. They should really learn about what all IDs look like or invest in a scanner.. read more

Apologies for some for the couple of blurry pics. Also just to preface that my fiance and I don't drink all that much and are more foodies but this place is definitely known for their drinks. Ok my finance and I did a walk in at 7:15pm on a Friday night. Hostess said there's no tables available for walk in but we could help ourselves to seats at the bar if there were any openings. Luckily a couple was just leaving and all they had to do was clean up that area. We were super lucky to get seats. It's legit just a room with maybe 8 bar seats and 6 small tables. We were surprised at their large no abv drinks menu. We ended up going with a glass of no abv sparkling wine between the two of us (there were others that either him or I were interested in but no other drinks that both of us liked). Bartenders were super nice and talkative and suggestive in what to order. The star of the show food-wise is 100% the tartare by far. The crudo was at the bottom of the list (including desserts. Both desserts were too sweet in my opinion but I liked the pavlova more than the cheesecake. Also we ordered the cheesecake and the bartenders surprised us with an additional dessert of the pavlova on the house!! So sweet of them! The anelloni was very flavorful (and could've been a tad more al dente but I'm just being picky now). House salad was pretty good/above average like 6-7/10. We're definitely looking to come back once the seasons change and the menu changes. read more

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Sarah- the host was lovely called to changed my reservation to an early time and she was helpful and kind! Our server was Briana "Bri" she was extremely knowledgeable on the menu with tips on how to order as it was our 1st time! We did 5 dishes and one dessert two drinks each. Well be back soon read more

Food was very good atmosphere is awesome. Great people that work there. Nice area to be in.

I went on a date with my wife and sat down at the bar. Anthony and Francis are very professional and they make great drinks. I asked for a Manhattan and they suggest their Manhattan called the Hudson. It was amazingly perfect. My wife had the Thai guy which was a spicy margarita. That was amazing as well. The Long Island oysters were on point. Very good vignette that was put on the oysters. Only ordered a half dozen. I wanted more but we also ordered the shrimp which reallllly tasted good. We stopped there to try it out before we had our reservations at Chops. We will be coming back for dinner next time. I also told Bert. That I was upset that they closed the Brickhouse Brewery because I used to get the Michael P. Murphy beer. He surprisingly had a few six packs left in the fridge and gave me a six pack. I was honored that he did that for me. Thank you. I cannot wait to bring my in-laws next time. Very nice and beautiful ambiance. Dim lights at the bar in the back and bright area in the front. Five Stars... read more

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The State Room is as legit as it gets, if you are a foodie. The vibe is set to something from the Roaring 20's....at least that's the vibe I get....and I dig that. The food is insanity. In my experience, everything I have tried is exceptional. The drinks are fun as well. It is small, so make a rez for a date night. You could also sit at the bar with me. PS....if you don't get the lamb ragu pasta, you're sus. read more

Great service, kind stuff, delicious food. As I understand, restaurant is opened not a long time ago, menu wasn't packed with so many varieties , would like to see some meat dishes. Recommend for small companies with friends, nice interior. Thanks! read more

Garbage. Go to a real restaurant. Can't believe who in gods name is happy here? The Kentucky transplants maybe.... Server was sweet and a talker but she also was alone and oblivious to the needs of other customers. Whatever ingredient the. He'd is using throughout the meal has a bad flavor. Couple apps and even the entrees had it. Somebody tell him it's not working. $350 for 4 people modest cocktails for a 5.2 meal is a waste. Should have got pizza read more

Over all a pretty cool place, door is kind of hard to find. Food was good. Next time I want to try the tasting menu.

I took my wife to State Room for a date night. We walked right by the door the first time. Once we found our way the culinary delight commenced. The decor and ambience is classy but not stuffy. We started with their take on Ceasar salad which was light and wonderfully complex. Followed by The Hangar Steak, Clam linguine, and Rigatoni. All right on the mark. Every bite had me wanting more. The staff was professional and very inviting. Our waitresses Eileen was fantastic and made us feel at home. This place is a gem!!! I can't wait to return. read more

This place is chic. Best service in Long Island! And you might bump into Nicky Hilton here. This place is featured in VOGUE and doesn't disappoint. Expensive but worth it, especially for a special occasion! Order to foamy espresso martini! read more

The State Room - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Patchogue, New York

Run don't walk to this fantastic restaurant.. I attended a wedding reception last week and everything was so delicious. Dinner for 70 can't be easy but it was. Service staff were very attentive and delivered the family style meals with ease. Seconds were delivered as well. read more

The Food was outstanding. The staff was Friendly and service accommodating. Once you make it to the top floor after walking up two flights of stairs. The second floor views of downtown Patchogue was a great sight. read more

My wife and I go out a LOT. Most of the time the food is so so. Tonight was our first visit to The State Room. Wow. Yes, wow. Great craft cocktails. Fabulous ambience. And the crispy shrimp (not fried!), the Cobb Salad and the tender skirt steak with sunchoke were nothing short of original, delicious and fabulous. Every bite a treat. Our bartender Francis was spot on and happy to share drink and food details with us. Truly can not wait to go back. read more

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What a cute place!!! The side entrance threw my husband off but after that it was fabulous. It had such a cozy yet upscale feel to it. The drinks were fantastic, the food was amazing! I have a diary allergy and marked it off on the Rezy app for reservations- the server came over with a list of items I could eat without modification. I loved how easy they made it to order, I had the skate and duck wings and the were both delicious! read more

On point! Great spot and hidden gem, talented chef, bar and cocktails superb. Food was amazing. Was very happy at the end of the meal. As a chef I'm hypercritical and couldn't fault this place at all. read more

Absolutely top-notch on all levels. Wonderful setting, exciting and excellent cocktails and the food is on another level compared to most LI restaurants. Carefully chosen ingredients at the peak of their season, assembled in perfect harmony. Homemade pastas are a highlight but we enjoyed everything from appetizer to main to dessert in equal measure. Considerate and knowledgeable service make for an extremely enjoyable and satisfying dining experience. Highly recommend. read more

Decided to try this place out on a whim. Everything was delicious. The server was attentive, knowledgeable and very good at his job as he got me to order an appetizer, entree and dessert. The tahini Caesar salad was crunchy and delicious. The server said they get their lettuce locally from someone who grows it hydroponically. I ordered the black bass for an entree. The fish was cooked perfectly and topped with what I describe as a party in my mouth. Dessert was a white chocolate tarte- not too sweet and rounded my meal out perfectly. I'll definitely be returning. I don't know who the chef is but kudos and thanks for your culinary works of art! read more

Excellent food and drinks. Love the vibe. This type of place has sorely been missing from Long Island