BEST
MEDITERRANEAN
RESTAURANT
ZONA
4883 Merrick Rd., Massapequa Park
516-799-4444 zonarestaurant.com
Craving Mediterranean food? Head over to
Zona! Since 2009, Zona has been serving up
delicious Mediterranean fare in Massapequa
Park. Over the years, the culinary crew at Zona
has developed a special style of Italian cuisine
that specializes in Mediterranean flavors
through a number of different meal options,
including paninis, salads, soups, pasta, and so
much more. Every time you come to Zona, you’ll
want to try something else on the menu because
there are so many delicious flavors to choose
from. After just one visit though, Zona will
quickly become your go-to place for incredible
Mediterranean meals with friends and family.
BEST MEXICAN
RESTAURANT
MARIA’S MEXICAN AND LATIN
CUISINE–NESCONSET
211 Smithtown Blvd., Nesconset
631-979-7724 marias211.com
Maria’s Mexican and Latin Cuisine consistently
ranks atop the Best Of Long Island competition,
and for very good reason: Long Islanders know
that when they come to Maria’s they will be
greeted by friendly, knowledgeable staff. They
know that the atmosphere will always be warm
and inviting. They also know that they will enjoy
the freshest ingredients and the most exceptional
cuisine, made with a whole lot of TLC, too!
Both its lunch and dinner menus have loads of
options to choose from, including empanadas,
quesadillas, and nachos for appetizers, and taco
combos, sandwiches, and chicken dishes for
entrees. Top it all off with a churro sundae or one
of the many dessert options. Yum!
BEST OUTDOOR
DINING
GRANDPA TONY’S
101 Althouse Ave,, East Rockaway
516-799-8669 granpdatonysli.com
For an outdoor dining experience that’s fun and
relaxing, you’ll want to go straight to Grandpa
Tony’s. Located right on the bay in East
Rockaway, you’ll get a serene view of the village
and boats docked on the water. Grandpa Tony’s
outdoor seating deck is elevated, overlooking a
large dock. Go there during golden hour for the
loveliest photos of your evening out to eat and
enjoy the restaurant’s top-rated Italian cuisine.
Grandpa Tony’s outdoor dining atmosphere
proves that the restaurant is not only beloved for
its food but for the entire experience customers
have when they eat there. When warm weather
hits and it’s time for dining out al fresco,
Grandpa Tony’s is truly the place to be.
BEST OYSTER BAR
PETER’S CLAM BAR
600 Long Beach Rd., Island Park
516-432-0505 petersclamhouse.com
Drive up or arrive by boat. Look around and
enjoy the view. There’s the bay with a field of
green as a backdrop. Lobster bisque, crab legs,
oysters, and paella from the varied menu at
Pete’s Clam Bar never tasted so good. Fresh and
terrific describe the generous platters of food.
The establishment has been an old-fashioned
seafood restaurant since 1940. The standard
fare of baked clams, mussels scampi, lobster
roll, juicy salmon, and an array of cocktails turns
a dining activity into a special night out. Try a
sangria pitcher with fresh fruit on a hot day.
Enjoy a beautiful outdoor dining experience
or stay cozy inside. Go in on a weeknight for
a quiet dinner for two or invite friends to join
you for a special birthday. All parties are amply
accommodated. Friendly service is paramount.
BEST RESTAURANT
SALVATORE’S OF ELMONT
RESTAURANT
312 Meacham Ave., Elmont
516-488-8484 salvatoresofelmontmenu.
com
Food tastes better when it’s made with love,
and Salvatore’s of Elmont lets you take their
lovingly created food home with you. Chef
Giuseppe Carioto brings his Italian roots to
every dish he creates, from pizza pies to pasta
platters. His favorite menu item to prepare,
though, is Linguine ai Frutti di Mare — a seafood
medley packed with clams, shrimp, mussels,
and calamari, infused in a spicy tomato sauce.
Carioto and his kitchen staff always make food
that is fresh and classically prepared. And don’t
forget dessert! Save room for chocolate mousse
cake, a fresh-filled cannoli, or even nutella pizza.
Delivery is free, so order today to get a slice of
love from Salvatore’s of Elmont!
BEST RESTAURANT
WITH A WATER VIEW
GRANDPA TONY’S
101 Althouse Ave,, East Rockaway
516-799-8669 grandpatonysli.com
Any time spent in Grandpa Tony’s will evoke
memories of your family dinners without having
to lift a finger. And dine upstairs for a fetching
view of the Sound. There’s the easygoing
friendliness of the waitstaff whose desire to
make you feel at home lingers throughout the
meal. The professional service paired with
exceptional pizza and traditional food passed
down from Italian immigrants to retain their
old world flavor is such an enjoyable experience
you will go back again. The restaurant is popular
with the locals and many special occasions
are celebrated here. It is known for generous
portions of dishes made fresh and to perfection
every time. You’ll have so much to choose from
like this popular choice: Chicken Panzanella, a
dish of grilled or breaded chicken with arugula,
chopped tomatoes, red onions, and mozzarella
cubes, served with roasted potatoes.
BEST ROMANTIC
DINNER
PRIME–HUNTINGTON
117 New York Ave., Huntington
631-385-1515 restaurantprime.com
For a romantic night out for dinner, there’s
Prime in Huntington. Whether you are
celebrating an anniversary, a holiday, or a date
night, Prime is the place to really step things up.
Their delicious menu has something for every
palate, from steak and chops to surf and turf
and sushi. The restaurant has a sizable wine
list to choose from, allowing you to elevate the
meal even further with a bottle for the table,
and you can round out the meal with one of
their delectable dessert options. In addition to
its normal nights out, Prime offers events that
can help kick your night up a notch, such as a
Valentine’s Day prix fixe menu. So what are you
waiting for? Make a reservation at Prime for
your next romantic night out!
BEST SEAFOOD
RESTAURANT
ANCHOR DOWN SEAFOOD
BAR & GRILL
1960 Bayberry Ave., Merrick
516-544-4334 anchordownny.com
Long Island has no shortage of great seafood
restaurants, but one bayside joint in Merrick
really makes a splash. Anchor Down Seafood Bar
& Grill serves up some of the very best seafood
on the island in a fun, comfortable atmosphere.
Since it first opened in 2014, customers have
raved over its classic fish and chips, lobster
bisque, lobster pot pie, shrimp, and po’boy
sandwiches. Anchor Down’s casual dinner menu
will win over even the pickiest of fish eaters
and quickly become a favorite seafood dining
experience for the whole family. Plus, don’t miss
out on the restaurant’s regular lobster specials
and rotating oyster selections. You’ll be glad you
got your seafood fix at Anchor Down!
BEST SOUL FOOD
AND SOUTHERN
RESTAURANT
PIGS ON A WING
272 N Wellwood Ave., Lindenhurst
631-450-4454 pigsonawing.com
Homemade fast food sounds like an oxymoron,
but it’s exactly what you’ll find at Pigs on a Wing.
Kurt Satzinger grew up in a family of cooks; his
father and brothers all owned delicatessens,
and his mother and grandmother were always
trying out new recipes at home. After 15 years
in the music business, he decided to get cooking
himself and offer his own take on New York
comfort barbecue. His restaurant’s extensive
menu offers fare for the barbecue aficionado
and much more, from fried chicken platters and
racks of ribs to classic sandwiches and seafood
specials. Pigs on a Wing offers takeout, delivery,
and online orders during all business hours and
is happy to cater your next big occasion. Place
your order and dig in!
BEST STEAKHOUSE
HOOKS & CHOPS
6330 Jericho Tpke., Commack
631-600-0521 hooksandchops.com
Choosing the best steakhouse on Long Island is
no easy task, because there are so many great
restaurants that offer steaks of all kinds. But at
Hooks & Chops, you get the best possible cuts
of meat, cooked just the way you like it, served
with a commitment to hospitality and customer
service that simply can’t be beat. Choose from
a traditional, certified black angus New York
strip, a flat iron steak, a steakhouse burger, a
center-cut filet mignon, or Hooks & Chop’s own
Delmonico steak. Whether you like your steak
rare and juicy or cooked well, you’ll delight in
these one-of-a-kind steak dishes by Executive
Chef Steven Del Lima. Don’t forget to pair it
with a wine off Hooks & Chop’s extensive drinks
menu.
BEST TEX-MEX
RESTAURANT
BUBBA’S BURRITO BAR
513 Main St., Islip
631-650-6333 bubbasburritobar.com
There is no way that you are a true Tex-Mex
lover from Long Island if you haven’t heard of
Bubba’s Burrito Bar in Islip. If you are looking
for large portions in a relaxed environment, then
this is the restaurant for you. The Brotato is one
of the most popular burritos that Bubba’s offers.
It includes steak, crispy onion rings, and bacon
topped with bayou sauce. The Guilt Trip burrito
has crispy chicken fingers, french fries, and bacon
— what more could you ask for? This popular
one-stop shop also offers salads, quesadillas, and
tacos. But Bubba’s doesn’t stop there. Depending
on the season, this Tex-Mex joint also offers
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an astounding 16 rotating beer taps as well as
sangrias and margaritas. Don’t forget to grab a
sugary churro, or two for dessert!
BEST THAI
RESTAURANT
KHAMDEE THAI KITCHEN
4887 Merrick Rd., Massapequa Park
516-804-9424 khamdeethaikitchen.com
For some of Long Island’s most delectable Thai
cuisine, head on over to Khamdee Thai Kitchen
in Massapequa Park. This restaurant has an
impressive list of specials, from its crispy pork
basil to its pineapple curry duck, and many more.
Plus, there are many tasty appetizers to choose
from, including pork dumplings, chicken curry
puffs, crab rangoon, chive pancake, and golden
fried calamari. Whether you’re in the mood for a
noodle dish, soup, curry, or a main entree, there’s
no better place to taste some delicious Thai food.
Round out the night with green tea ice cream
or a fried banana for dessert, and see why Long
Islanders rave about Khamdee Thai Kitchen!
BEST UPSCALE
RESTAURANT
TELLERS
605 Main St., Islip
631-277-7070 tellerschophouse.com
Sometimes you need to treat yourself to a nice,
upscale meal. At Tellers in Islip, you are in for
a truly incredible experience. The restaurant
has a menu of delicious options that you will be
dreaming about after you dine on them, plus
an expansive wine list that will bring your meal
to the next level. The comfortable and cozy
atmosphere and friendly waitstaff at Tellers
brings the whole experience together, and you
will be planning out the next time you can sit
down for a delicious meal, or a time when you
can pick some food up to bring home and enjoy.
Be sure to make a reservation before you come!
BEST VEGETARIAN
RESTAURANT
GREEN STREET EATERY/
GREEN STREET FOOD TRUCK
7 Emerson Ave., Levittown
516-754-0075 greenstreetfoodtruck.com
First a food truck, Green Street Food Truck,
which has also won Best Food Truck on Long
Island this year, has now opened a brick and
mortar eatery in Levittown. The quaint spot
has both outdoor and indoor seating. Plus,
vegetarians can rest assured that they’re not only
getting meatless options but dishes that are fully
vegan and gluten-free. Green Street Food Truck’s
menu consists of plant-based meals, including
smoothies, bowls, tacos, side dishes, and more. If
you’re looking to sit down for a tasty vegetarian
lunch or snack with a friend in a pleasant
environment, this green restaurant is now your
place to be! Plus, if you need vegetarian and
vegan options for a special event, Green Street
Food Truck caters, so stop by, give them a call, or
visit the website to place your order in advance!
BEST WAIT SERVICE
LINDENHURST DINER
195 E. Montauk Hwy., Lindenhurst
631-991-8600 lindenhurstdiner.com
The wait service at a restaurant can often
make or break your dining experience. Long
Islanders know that there is no better place
to get the friendliest, most genuine service
than at your favorite local diner. Well, Long
Islanders voted, and Lindenhurst Diner takes
the cake. Customers say the waitstaff here is
accommodating to guests, keeps the restaurant
clean as a whistle, and quick on their feet.
“Servers are very attentive and the food always
comes out fast,” one customer said in a review.
“We have been ordering dinner from there, as
take out, and have been very happy with our
experiences and the staff. Very nice people,” said
another.
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