50 Best American Restaurants near Middle Island

“I have to say the Middle Island location is absolutely the best! Our server Desia Sierra is the best and every time I come here I always ask for he! She is indispensable and an asset to this establishment without her I would not be coming here!“

“Best restaurant diner around. Fabulous food. Best Greek salad spinach pie I have ever had. Homemade dressing is incredible!!!!! 5 stars all the way!!!! I will be going there all the time!!! Thank u so much!!!! Very satisfied customer Sue miranda“

“Very relaxing cozy tea room, delicious deserts and finger sandwiches, many teas to choose“

“Went with gf had great time from the pretzel croissant to the amazing flowerless cake everything was delicious. Has great view of port Jeff. Staff is friendly Deff going back. And offer seasonal menu“

“A very welcoming restaurant with friendly wait staff and hostess. The food was delicious and a good value for the price fixed. We had fig carpaccio, roasted pumpkin with quail, duck and the mixed grill. The only thing we didn't really enjoy was the rice that came with the mixed grill. We felt the flavors did not go well together. The crème brûlée and poached pear were very enjoyable desserts“

“Went here for a birthday party for my 93 year old mother in law.. The staff could not have been any more accommodating or professional.. Extremely friendly and really did a fantastic job. A great experience .And the food was excellent.. Generous portions at a reasonable price..“

“The best breakfast and price I have found in suffolk county!!!!!“

“Mac and cheese add bacon and panko chicken 😲 SO good! Huge portion as well“

“First visit. Brian and Beth were very welcoming drinks food and atmosphere great will return soon“

“Delicious breakfast, I really enjoyed it.“

“This was my first (and won’t be my last ) visit to Drifters Kitchen and Bar. I had the Stuffed Shrimp and Key Lime Pie. Everything was delicious. From the way the food was plated , the delivery to the table, the waitstaff ( Danielle our waitress) and perfectly cooked food. I can’t say enough.“

“A huge thank you to Broadway Market for creating the most beautiful (and absolutely delicious) cake for my mom’s 60th birthday 🎂✨ It was truly the centerpiece of the night and made her celebration even more special.The design was stunning, and every detail was perfect you exceeded our expectations in every way. Thank you for helping make such a meaningful milestone unforgettable 🩶🖤“

“It was great place to eat at too and good food also“

“Great chicken sandwiches, 3 different ones between us and everyone raved about them and drinks were great!“

“Everything was so delicious“

“The food was great and being tthat it looked like they need more help. The server was great and very friendly“

“Did a mobile pick up order for work. Jillian (general manager) and Carl were so patient and helpful. I love coming here, staff like them, Scott and Mel are always so kind and accommodating. Love this place! Service is always excellent and food is perfect“

“My mom and I hosted a baby shower here, just this past weekend, and we feel we need to scream from the rooftops just how amazing it was! The staff was phenomenal, anything we needed they were right there to help! The food was stellar and all of our guests were talking about how they wish they could load up to go containers from the buffet! If you ever have to throw an event, do yourself the favor and check them out! The owner is the nicest guy and really just went above and beyond to help make the shower perfect! If I could give more than 5 stars I would !!“

“This cozy spot on the golf course has left the best impressions! Hospitable staff, delicious dishes, beautiful presentation, wide list of specials and wonderful variety. I recommend to everyone! It’s my go to for brunch with the kids and working lunches.“

“Great service cozy atmosphere great food“

“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Nice place in Port Jefferson Village, delicious coffee.“

“Outstanding food ! Great value. Great staff! Go as soon as you can!!!“

“The Bellport offers great food in a very pleasant atmosphere. In addition it is in a nice location for a stroll to the marina afterwards.“

“We had an engagement party here recently. Other than a few hiccups that happened, like the passed hors d'oeuvre ended at an hour when we were told it would go on until people stopped taking them, everth8ng else was well done. Food was good and the room was perfect for the 110 people we had there. Overall a nice place to have a function.“

“It's just an event space. Perfect for meetings and medium sized events. There was food served but it was catered by someone other then owners.

Parking: Location was difficult to find parking and the way the parking lot is very difficult to maneuver“

“Had a great experience here last night. The food was cooked perfectly. Enjoyed some of the best baked clams I’ve ever had. The drinks looked very creative as well. The skirt steak was tender and marinated in a delicious marinade. The service was helpful but it wasn’t a rushed experience by any means. The patio is dog friendly as well. I will be back!“

“Food was great. Kind of disappointed that I wasn't offered a refill to go when I asked for a to go box for my food. Guess the waitress was super busy.“

“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.“

“This place is magical. Yes there are some mosquiotos and bugs but you’re in the middle of nowhere - it’s to be expected and really isn’t as bad as the person below makes out. I can only assume that they are used to 5* hotels surrounded by “things to do”. If you want a little adventure and beautiful scenery and quiet then this is your place. The staff were great, we had an amazing stay“

“Waitress doubled tip that we left on card. The Friendly’s in Shirley - food was good. It appears the waitress doubled her tip (the tip usually gets posted to the card at and of day separate from bill which is posted immediately). She was young pleasant, light skin, light brown hair with patches of blue and green in her hair. No where near worth a 16 dollar tip.“

“This Applebee’s is probably the nicest one I’ve ever been to!
Went as a large group for lunch, and didn’t call ahead (apologies wasn’t my idea!) but they were very accommodating and everything still came out fast.
The food was very good, and as I mentioned did not take long from order time to table. Portion sizes are also very large for the price! Looking at $10-$20 per person without drinks. (Average for our group was about $15 before drinks)
The waitress was very nice, and spent an appropriate amount of time checking on our table to refill drinks and see if we needed anything. Never felt like I had to ask for anything, and also served everyone a water which I always think is a nice touch.
Overall, great spot to grab lunch. The deals they have during the week also make it a great spot to go during a lunch break. Super sad I’m visiting as I’d love to come here again.“

“We love Wings. The food is great. Staff very friendly. Its a nice cozy place to have breakfast“

“Great place. Thank you from the US Military Vet MC“

“Excellent Service and atmosphere 🙂“

“Wanted to give a huge shout out to the Tap Room (Patchogue) (specifically the Patchogue location). We were invited to a family party, buffet-style. I reached out to the restaurant via email, because I wanted to make sure they could accommodate my daughters food allergies -- eggs, soy, sunflower seeds, tree nuts and peanuts, or I would plan ahead and pack snacks she could safely eat instead. The Culinary Director, Joseph Walsh, called me the next day. He spoke to me for awhile, went over her food allergies, made some suggestions, and assured me that he would come up with something she could safely eat. The morning of the party, he sent me an email to confirm we were coming and his suggestions for a safe meal (rice and beans sauteed with bell peppers, chicken cutlet w/ no egg, and a mixed fruit salad). I emailed him back that just rice and beans and the fruit salad would be fine, because she doesn't eat chicken. He emailed me back, concerned that rice and beans and a fruit salad wouldn't be enough, but I assured him it would be fine because she's only 7 and has anxiety over trying new foods at restaurants (understandably), so sticking with rice and beans and fruit salad, which she's comfortable with, would be perfect. At the event, Joseph told my relative that he wanted to talk to us, and when we arrived, he came to introduce himself, told me that he was making sure everything was prepared separately and would be ready for her shortly. Absolutely fantastic service. We truly, truly appreciated all his care and effort, because that's sadly not the norm most of the time when we try to eat out. Thank you Joseph at the Tap Room in Patchogue!“

“this place is a gem. the food is fresh and tasty. the people are friendly. variety of food...burgers, tacos, halal (tasty chicken over basmati rice with lettuce and toppings) ....too much to list.... we've ordered from here twice and will be going back often!! I want to try a vanilla milkshake soon. very easy to get to. no traffic to fight either. GO HERE!!! *****“

“i come from Setauket almost weekly tp hsbe breakfast at Jimmys! always greeted with a warm smile, its an old school breakfast spot that just makes simple, delicious food at great prices. The double french toast with well done home fries is my go to and i refuse to eat anything else! Anyone who down voted Jimmys is a Communist snd cannot be trusted!“

“I had an issue on uber eats where my food wasn’t made correctly from a separate location. I called and honestly wasn’t the kindest at first because I thought I wasted my money. Both the worker at the front and Kevin the owner were so so kind despite it and helped this issue and made me a new order for half off. They were extremely kind and caring and I apologized over and over for my mistake as I also didn’t realize it was a separate location. They were so kind and so helpful I really appreciate their help as well as how this was handled.“

“Enjoy w ELISA for dinner !!“

“Food was absolutely fantastic tonight. Actually never had a bad meal here. Worth the price. Service was great too.“

“I was their yesterday and I haven't been there in a while but I had a great experience starting with my waiter Traves, extremely professional and very accommodating gentleman, the food was delicious and very large portions, the beer was ice cold on a 96 degree day was awesome, I will definitely be back very soon and hopefully Traves will be my waiter, see you later JOEY C.“

“Painter’s is where portion sizes border on the absurd and service moves at lightning speed. On Father’s Day, with the parking lot packed, we braced for a long wait, but were seated instantly, perhaps by restaurant wizardry. The staff? Efficient, friendly, and impressively attentive despite being slammed. The craft beer selection? Solid, featuring multiple IPAs, including Sand City’s local legend, "Oops I Hopped My Pants." And the food? Each dish arrived in comical abundance, leaving us marveling at the sheer generosity of Painter’s kitchen. Massive portions, incredible flavors. As for dessert, Painter’s offers a parade of palate-pleasing perfection. A symphony of sweets so spectacular they silence self-restraint. Countless confections, crafted with precision, passion, and pure decadence. Bring an appetite, a to-go container, or maybe your Wegovy shot.“

“Had dinner last night with a friend, food was excellent and the Fall sangria even better!“

“Such a cozy and relaxing atmosphere, I ordered the Chef Custom Platter and also ordered the caramel churros, which were absolutely delicious. The portions are great and as someone who looks at ingredients and seed oils, they use cold pressed extra virgin olive oil in all their foods!“

“We love Brooke! Me and my friends come to this Applebee’s at least once a week, and she’s hands down one of the main reasons we keep coming back. Always friendly, on top of everything, and remembers our usuals like we’re regulars at a hometown diner. Brooke’s vibe is just unmatched—genuine, patient, and quick with a laugh. If you’re lucky enough to get her as your server, your night’s already a win. Give that girl a raise!!“

“Oh my goodness, my family went to Billie’s for Easter Dinner last night! The food was out of this world. Everything we got was spot on from the appetizers to the dessert! The service was amazing, and it didn’t cost an arm and a leg to enjoy a night out. I’m looking forward to going back when the weather is a bit warmer and eating on their back deck. I consider myself a bit of a foodie and this place was top-notch! Definitely give it a try. Oh, and it wasn’t packed like every other establishment town Port!“

“Italian hero delicious thank you so much that was so good 💕“

“What a delicious meal. Drinks were strong, service was superb. We can’t wait to come back.“

“Awesome variety of food and service always with a smile. Would definitely recommend ❤️“

“Terrific drinks, great atmosphere and energy, and great service! A special shout out to Shane, the bar manager, who made a top-tier old fashion. And Michael, the bartender, who made a most delicious mezcal espresso martini with Bailey's.“