The REFUGE

$$ • Latin American, Italian, Cocktail Bar

Hours:
515 Broadhollow Rd, Melville
(631) 577-4444

About The REFUGE

The REFUGE offers a wonderful dining experience with delicious food and delightful drinks. The atmosphere is lively and energetic, although it can get quite loud. The staff is friendly and attentive, with excellent service provided by team members like Emily and the Maitre D, who is known for being sweet and kind. The restaurant features a private party room that is perfect for special events, such as birthday parties and weddings, which have been described as amazing. The food is displayed with creative ideas and is consistently praised for being delicious. The restaurant is clean and warm, making it a pleasant place to dine. Many guests are eager to return to this remarkable establishment.

The Refuge in Melville is also known for its vibrant and welcoming atmosphere, striking a good balance between upscale and relaxed. The staff is always friendly and attentive, taking pride in their service. The menu offers fresh, flavorful dishes that are beautifully presented, making it hard to pick a favorite. The ambiance is cozy yet lively, suitable for casual gatherings or special occasions. Guests appreciate the creative cocktails that are balanced and served with a smile. The private party room is perfect for celebrations like birthday parties and weddings, which have been described as amazing. Overall, many visitors find this place to be a favorite spot on Long Island.

However, some experiences have been mixed. One guest shared that when they went inside to sit at the bar, the bartender initially ignored them until prompted to wipe down the bar, which still had water spilled and cup rings. Once asked, the bartender cleaned it, but was not very attentive afterward, smiling at other guests but not at them. There was also an issue with a drink order, where a coconut neat was charged as a double, but despite the inconvenience, the guest tipped and paid. On a positive note, the guest complimented the outside bartender, Evan, who was friendly, attentive, and provided excellent service, making future visits more appealing to sit outside.

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The REFUGE Reviews

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408 ratings
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Food
4.3
Atmosphere
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Service
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We just had a 40th Birthday Party for our daughter & it was amazing! Starting with Bill, the Banquet Manager who was so accommodating & informative. The Maitre D was the sweetest, kindest & attentive person & the Staff were all smiles & helpful. The food was displayed with such creative ideas & delicious. Thank you to The Refuge for making our party so memorable. The guest were in awe & could not stop complementing us on having such a fabulous party. Can’t wait to book another...read full review

What an extraordinary night! From the food, drinks, service and ambiance, The Refuge is nothing short of perfection. We couldn’t have chosen a better place to celebrate! Thanks to all the staff and our lovely server Emily for taking such great care of us. We can’t wait to come back! 🥂🥂🥂

Went there last night to
celebrate my birthday with family. Everything was fabulous. The food, the service and the atmosphere was amazing!!! We will definitely be back!!

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Hours

Monday 11:30AM - 10PM
Tuesday 11:30AM - 10PM
Wednesday 11:30AM - 10PM
Thursday 11:30AM - 10PM
Friday 11:30AM - 11PM
Saturday 11AM - 11PM
Sunday 11AM - 9PM
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