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Flo’s luncheonette
The original Flo’s opened in Blue Point in 1926 and the Flo’s empire
has since expanded to include a taco shack called Floasis (also on Corey
Beach) and a food truck. Flo’s has retained elements of Flight’s funky
barnlike interior, adding weathered-wood booths and a few other rustic
touches such as nautical rope dividers and a massive Flo’s logo painted
onto a brick wall. Breakfast starts at 8 a.m. daily with multiple iterations
of crepes, pancakes, French toast, omelets, scrambles and breakfast
burritos priced from $9 to $14. Come lunch and dinner, Flo’s builds on
luncheonette classics such as its famous hot dog ($7) and baked clams
($12) with a robust roster of salads, sandwiches and burgers — some of
them served on breads from nearby Artisan Kaiser such as a 12-hour
brisket with mozzarella and onion straws on a baguette ($14) and a
barbecue chicken-topped Cobb salad for $15. www.flosfamous.com
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Maria’s Mexican Latin cuisine
Maria’s opens the senses to something magical that is geared towards
sophisticated palates. The Latin American cuisine is anything but
ordinary. Classic Latin-Mex cuisine pairs with signature cocktails in
quaint digs with monthly tapas nights. The chefs at Maria’s know how
to prepare tasty, gluten-free and low-fat meals. The bar at this restaurant
is fully stocked, so pair your meal with a glass of wine or beer. You won’t
need to get a sitter before heading to this restaurant, kids are more than
welcome at this family-friendly establishment. You can tote your laptop
here to take advantage of the free wifi. Gather up your group of friends
and head to Maria’s, a local restaurant that has room for large groups.
It’s all served at an affordable price. www.marias211.com
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c.j.’s coffee shop
C.J.’s Coffee Shop’s goal is to provide customers with a family meal
outside of the home. They offer the pleasure of home cooked food and
coffee without the mess of the clean up or the stress of taking kids out
to eat. They open at 5:30 A.M. every weekday to start serving up Long
Island’s best cup of coffee alongside breakfast specials, lunch specials and
a daily blue plate special that’s actually served on a blue plate. C.J.’s is an
old school luncheonette with a counter, stools and classic memorabilia on
the walls. C.J.’s is also family owned, and every customer becomes a part
of the family after eating there. C.J.’s is such a family restaurant that their
motto is “if you don’t eat here, we’ll both starve.” www.cjscoffeeshop.com
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Gusto Divino trattoria
If you want to experience an authentic taste of the old country, look
no further. Gusto Divino Trattoria offers a dining experience that is
both sophisticated and casual, combining Italian classics with signature
dishes for a well-rounded menu. From pastas and salads to poultry
and seafood, all meals are made to order with the freshest hand-picked
ingredients. Divino’s offers an array of wines to compliment your meal,
as well as daily drink specials that include martinis, margaritas and
sangrias. For the casual lunch-goer, Divino Trattoria also offers crispy
panini’s, hearty wraps and personal pies for pickup or delivery. Try their
famous homemade cheesecake to make your meal even sweeter! Buon
appetito! www.gustodivinony.com
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Anchor Down Seafood Bar and Grill
1960 Bayberry Ave., Merrick, NY 11566 • (516) 544-4334
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Chef, Stephen Rosenbluth
has over 20 years of experience
in the hospitality industry and
has helmed the kitchen in
several notable
Manhattan restaurants for the
Patina Restaurant Group
such as; Brasserie, Naples 45
and Nick + Stef’s Steakhouse,
and now brings his creations
to Long Island at Anchor
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Lunch
Wednesday - Saturday
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2479 Adler Ct, Seaford, New York, NY 11783
(516) 785-2390 • cardoonny.com
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