50 Best American Restaurants near East Islip

“I became a regular diner to Riley’s a couple of years ago. Gotta tell ya, the food is as good as any high restaurant I eat at and I dine out a lot. Fun, delicious, quality menu that has never once disappointed on any item, ever. Yes it is mostly basic pub food but so are 50% of the restaurants on Long Island now and Fibbers is perfect and priced more than fair. Can’t remember the servers but the two ladies are always right there, refills on drinks, food on time and always with a smile regardless how busy they are. Come back soon guys! You are the best of EI“

“Service and cuisine was excellent. Staff was very friendly and eager to please.“

“I did a take out order at the East Islip location. The food was good but the super melts do not seem to have much meat on them like they use to. If the prices are going up with less portions that’s going to be a problem for Friendly’s. I would hate to see them go out of business because I love Friendlys too!!“

“This place is exactly what you want in a breakfast spot. The food was fresh, hot, and full of flavor. The eggs were cooked perfectly, the home fries were crispy on the outside and soft inside, and the pancakes were light and fluffy.
Service was friendly and attentive without being overbearing. Coffee stayed full, and our food came out quickly even though they were busy.“

“I wasn’t much of an Applebees fan but perhaps I have changed my mind. Hubby and I had a lovely dining experience today after church. We ordered the 2 for $25 which had nice menu choices. I had the bourbon chicken and shrimp which was delicious. We had a nice booth and an awesome lady Arisha waited on us. She was super attentive with a sweet personality and smile. I think I will give Applebees another chance in my dining book.“

“Beautiful night to eat outside. The view was lovely. Our server, Kate, was pleasant and efficent. The food was good not great but I think you are paying more the atmosphere.“

“I just had another amazing lunch at Zest. The portions are VERY generous and the food is always amazing. The chef is a culinary artist.“

“Great staff! Hannah makes a great margarita!“

“5/5 stars! We had an awesome experience at this place! Amazing food & cute yummy cocktails! This is my new go to spot!“

“Amazing food and service ! So glad I finally tried it . Took my family there for New Year’s Eve. It was perfect. Looking forward to going back.“

“The restaurant food and service was very good. However, no one likes to be served a martini in a champagne glass. It’s like drinking out of a bowl of soup. You should serve your martinis in the proper glasses.“

“My new favorite restaurant! Everything is delicious and the staff is incredible.“

“Staff, food, service, atmosphere and drinks are all stellar!“

“Everything that my family have eaten from this amazing place has been delicious! Only one more item left to try which gives us a reason to go back ! Then plan to do a lot of replete orders.“

“Nice experience, very different and eclectic menu that changes every Wednesday. But do have some house staples.“

“Enjoy every time we go delicious“

“A must go to you will not be disappointed!!!!“

“update below: Went for a Disney bingo which was so fun but we ordered a special on the board (both the same) and we both got sick. I wrote and email expressing my concern , which they responded quickly and tried connecting on the phone but they dropped the ball and did not respond to my follow up call nor my follow up email week has gone by. It’s nice in there I would’ve considered returning.

Tim, the manager called again and we had a nice conversation that I much appreciated. Offered gift card which was very kind. Sometimes things happen, if I business is willing to make it right and show humility it’s a good business. I’ve updated this review in high hope of returning and having a good experience and updating to 5 stars!“

“Great food, great atmosphere, and a friendly staff all at a reasonable price. Highly recommend The Rock Burger!“

“Penguin was here. Had a Chicken Caesar Salad“

“Best food I ever had is at your place“

“Love this place!!! Decorated beyond for every holiday, great food and excellent service. My daughter’s compliments to the chef!!!! 🌹💞💌“

“The food is always fresh and deliciously prepared. Staff and owners are very friendly and accomodating for dietary restrictions (gluten free). Good bar too.“

“We hosted my son's baptism at Lily's, and it was an incredible experience! Working with Holly was seamless getting everything set up, and I cannot express how lovely everyone working the event was. All of our guests had an amazing time, and we have received nothing but compliments regarding the venue, food, and especially the staff. We will absolutely be using Lily's again in the future and recommending it to anyone looking for a venue.“

“The food was soooo delicious. My husband I were cwlebrating our 6th Anniversary and had a WeekDay Luncheon Date. Totally Superb down to the very last drop. We ate every buttery morsel. We each had the Grilled Salmon, Lobster and Shrimp Trio with Mashed potatoes loaded with Lobster Sauce on top and a side of their broccolli which was insanely delicious!!! We will most definitly coming back. Staff was very attentive and friendly and very accomodating. Thank You for such a wonderful experience!“

“Went on a Tuesday night which happened to be Karaoke night. It was a fun evening with a full house of people of all ages. I had the Lobster Bisque (excellent) and the fried clams, also good. I intend to make it a regular stop. It is outdoor dining only.“

“Today I came to visit and have a quick bite! The burger was phenomenal! And what made the burger even better was the outstanding service from Thomas! His energy and attentiveness makes me want to come back! I live in Huntington but would come back just for the service alone! Thank you Peter Pan for a great early dinner!“

“….….Best place on earth………“

“Been eating at Applebee's all over Long Island for over 20 years. Definitely feels nostalgic eating here again, but I never felt compelled to leave a review until now.

Food is always amazing, definitely hits the spot. Late night half-off-apps, but we wanted to try some of their new items.

At the top, their new Bacon Cheeseburger Wonton Tacos were fantastic! I hope they stay on the menu.

Always wanted to try the O-M-Cheese Burger, and apparently all their burgers are cooked on a flat top. I prefer that vs grill, and the sizzling cheese plate definitely is a nice touch. Delicious!

Boneless wings are always good, a nice dependable standard. Love the Garlic Parm.

My all-time favorite, the Chicken Quesadilla. Still tastes the same as I remember as a teen.

Definitely don't skip this location, was super clean, food was great, and service was stellar. Big shoutout to Alex who exhibited excellent customer service the entire time. Management seems really tight there, will definitely come back.“

“Walk off the ferry in Ocean Beach and walk into the best restaurant on the Great South Bay. The location, service, and food are unsurpassed. The Curry Shrimp is spiced to perfection. It is a generous portion, but you will want more. Lunch or dinner is a Five Star experience.“

“We really enjoyed our meal! Our meals came cooked to order, hot and delicious. The atmosphere was so cool. My son loved all the car theme decor. The service was great, the server was very knowledgeable about the menu choice and helpful. We can't wait to go back!“

“Thank you for the great job they did for Juliana’s shower“

“Very nice people and good food.“

“We recently celebrated my daughter Sanaa’s Sweet 16 at Trio, and the experience was amazing from start to finish. The space was beautiful, well-maintained, and perfect for such a special occasion.

A special thank you to Elsa, who was absolutely wonderful throughout the entire planning process. She was professional, responsive, organized, and genuinely cared about making sure every detail was just right. Her guidance and support helped make the planning stress-free, and she went above and beyond to ensure everything ran smoothly on the day of the event.

Our guests had a fantastic time, and we received so many compliments on the venue. We are grateful for the outstanding service and would highly recommend this venue to anyone planning a special event. Thank you for helping create such beautiful memories for our family! ❤🎉✨“

“excellent food, the service is awesome. Colleen was excellent. cocktails are awesome. they have unique specials.“

“good burger. clean. friendly. nobody annoyed me. that's a miracle“

“I recently hosted my daughter’s Bridal Shower Brunch at Bayberry. Everything about our experience was exceptional. The staff was helpful and accommodating, the menu options were extensive and delish and the chic atmosphere was the perfect setting for the vibe we wanted to achieve. I highly recommend Bayberry for your next event or night out ❣️“

“the fish bowls are such a good drinking investment lol !!“

“Yesterday I had my daughter’s bridal shower at the Lakehouse. The event coordinator, Annalisa was a pleasure to work with. ALL of my guests raved about the food, service and atmosphere. Some of the men stayed and Annalisa set them up outside on the deck for lunch instead of inside the bar since it was a beautiful day. She also suggested having dessert served outside which could not have been better. My guests enjoyed the beautiful view and all of the outdoor seating. I would highly recommend having an event here.“

“Great place for the kids and family. My son had an amazing birthday 🥳 we love this place.“

“Great cozy little place with the greatest staff and good food. It’s a must try“

“Friendly accommodating staff. Beautiful water and sunset views. Food and service was great. The cocktails were even better.“

“Location, location, location! Fabulous staff ! Fantastic food! Delicious cocktails what else could you ask for?“

“Absolutely loved this restaurant. The food was so yummy we didn't have time to snap a picture. Two pitchers of mimosa, huevos ranchero was perfect so delicious ? even the kid's chicken tenders and fries, they devoured it (I stole a tender too haha).Customer service here is top tier and our server was the best! The vibe is amazing, everyone was so friendly. Will definitely visit again!!“

“Their Thai shrimp tacos are amazing !!!!! Best food truck in Long Island !“

“Beautiful, fun spot with great food and cocktails!“

“Last Wednesday I was at Davis vision works and we walk to the restaurant for lunch whem we get the we were standing up for almost 15 minutes waiting for someone to give us a table. finally whem someone come to us and without asking if we need a table rigth away he say is was 15 mint wait, me while the restaurant wasn't even packed it was a lot of table empty and even like that he was going to make us to wait more. really bad service and rude attention. we have money to pay it wasn't like we were asking for a free table. people are really racist at this place. I don't recommend“

“We've had great experiences at Nu. It's a quiet spot, usually, and the food is really great. We always get filet mignon or their pork chop, which is fabulous. Their wine list is great, and the service is always top notch. I'm kind of a snob when it comes to service. I like to have great service but also be left alone, which is exactly what they do. The servers have always been attentive and professional. They know what to recommend and can advise you on the menu. I have to repeat. Their food is GREAT! although I do always order the filet mignon. It's the best .“

“Our meal at Chatter's was great! The service was top-notch, thanks to Amanda. The food was served quickly and the presentation was great. Amanda really impressed us with her customer service skills! Chatter's is lucky to have such a dedicated staff member.“

“Love John the bartender. Great food and atmosphere“