BARS & NIGHTLIFE
BESTOFLONGISLAND.COM WINNERS GUIDE BETHPAGE BEST OF LONG ISLAND 2022 21
BEST BAR
PO’BOY BREWERY
200 Wilson St., Unit E3, Port Jefferson
Station
631-828-1131 poboybrewery.com
Po’Boy Brewery boasts a beautiful, cozy
taproom and welcoming staff. Most have called
it a pleasant and fun place to unwind and get
together with friends and family. It is also one of
the few places in the country classified as both a
brewery and a cidery! Po’Boy Brewery rotates its
taps regularly so that you can experience a new
flavor and style weekly. The Tasting Room and
Sour Patch have more than 20 varieties of beer
and cider to sample flights and to order pints
from. Growlers can be filled and four-packs can
be purchased for off-premise consumption as
well. There are several food options to choose
from, plus special events and celebrations,
live music on specified nights, and a variety of
options for hosting your special event.
BEST BAR FOR
DAY DRINKING
HOPS SCOTCH BOTTLE SHOP
848 Long Island Ave., Deer Park
631-492-9125 hopsscotchny.com
For the early afternoons when you just want a
cold beer and some company, Hops Scotch Bottle
Shop is the place to go. This beer garden’s cozy
outdoor patio opens at noon from Tuesdays
through Sundays and will make you feel right
at home as you and your friends sit back, relax,
and enjoy the independent brews, wine, cider,
and mead that Hops Scotch Bottle Shop has to
offer. There are 10 craft beers on tap to choose
from, which rotate regularly, and a vast selection
of cans. Customers say they enjoy sampling the
many different beers and ordering flights here, as
well as tasting the food available to accompany it.
BEST BARTENDERS
PO’BOY BREWERY
200 Wilson St., Building E3, Port Jefferson
Station
631-828-1131 poboybrewery.com
A good bartender can elevate any bar
experience. The bartenders at Po’Boy Brewery
in Port Jefferson Station are truly the in the
biz. The family owned and operated brewery
is very careful about who they put behind the
bar because they want to ensure that everyone
who walks through the door is treated like
family. Each bartender at Po’Boy Brewery is
knowledgeable on every brew that is served, so
even a craft beer novice can rest easy knowing
that with the bartender’s help, you can find
a delicious drink to enjoy with your friends
and family. Be sure to come by and ask a
“Po’Boytender” what the day’s specials are!
BEST BEER
DISTRIBUTOR
BULLSEYE BEVERAGE
395a Middle Country Rd., Smithtown
631-406-7730 bullseyebeverage.net
Bullseye Beverage is a staple in the Suffolk
County community thanks to its large selection
of craft beer and microbrews. This family-owned
business carries everything from Budweiser and
Blue Moon to Lagunitas, Blue Point, and Sierra
Nevada. If it’s a hard-to-find brew, there is a
good chance that Bullseye has it. Couple that
with great prices and it’s easy to see why this
store is on the top of everyone’s favorites list!
This place is the perfect place to stock up if you
are having a party because aside from alcoholic
beverages you can also find soft drinks, water,
soda, iced teas, and more.
BEST BEER GARDEN
HOPS SCOTCH BOTTLE SHOP
848 Long Island Ave., Deer Park
631-492-9125 hopsscotchny.com
Hops Scotch Bottle Shop is Deer Park’s beer
garden. On a nice day, locals flock to Hops
Scotch Bottle Shop’s outdoor garden to enjoy
a vast selection of local and independent
breweries’ brews. Hops Scotch Bottle Shop
offers a vast selection of cans, a 10-rotating tap
system, as well as wine, cider, and mead. Either
enjoy a drink and a bite there or take it home in
a growler. Customers say they enjoy sampling
the many different beers and ordering flights
here, as well as tasting the food available to
accompany it. Customers also said they enjoyed
the warm, cozy atmosphere of this top-tier beer
garden on Long Island.
BEST BEER
SELECTION
PO’BOY BREWERY
200 Wilson St., Unit E3, Port Jefferson
Station
631-828-1131 poboybrewery.com
We’ve all been there — you walk into a bar and
find yourself extremely disappointed in the beer
selection. At Po’Boy Brewery in Port Jefferson
Station, this simply will not be the case. The
brewery has a great selection of craft beer and
ciders to choose from. From pilsners and IPAs
to stouts and porters, there’s a beer for every
palate. Plus, they don’t just have traditional
hard ciders at Po’Boy — you’ll find that many of
their offerings have different fruits like mango
and pomegranate that you just have to try. If
you want to try a few of the different beers and
ciders, you can order a flight and find which one
is your favorite!
BEST CIGAR SHOP
SOUTH SHORE CIGAR CLUB
344 North Windsor Ave., Brightwaters
631-623-5265 southshorecigarclub.com
The attention to detail among an astounding
staff of experts is unmatched at South Shore
Cigar Club. This place is great for any kind
of cigar smoker, from the person who is new
to cigars to the more seasoned smoker. Most
importantly, all good vibes seem to emanate
when you hunker down here for a smoke.
New to the experience, you might even
wonder what took you so long. Finding this
gem is a feather in your social cap. Your pals
will want to go with you next time around
or you might just make it a special treat for
yourself any time you need to unwind among
like-minded individuals to relax, network,
and get together with friends. Go in and learn
about cigars, buy some, and relax with one
for a spell.
BEST CRAFT BEER
BREWERY
PO’BOY BREWERY
200 Wilson St., Unit E3, Port Jefferson
Station
631-828-1131 poboybrewery.com
Po’Boy Brewery is emerging as the go-to place
for a refreshing pint of craft beer in an island
that is home to Great South Bay, Blue Point,
Montauk, and Barrier breweries. As soon as
you step inside, you’re transported to a space
reminiscent of a little European cafe where you
can enjoy a selection of pilsners, ales, stouts,
and cider flavors from mangolicious to apple
pie. Po’Boy is the brainchild of Bob Rodriguez,
an advocate for the growth of the local craft beer
industry who began brewing from his home in
2008 and founded the brewery in 2013. If you
find yourself overwhelmed with their flavorful
beer selection, the bartenders are always happy
to recommend something that’ll satisfy your
palate.
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