New American Restaurants near Rockaway Park, NY

“Excellent food, staff, and atmosphere. Went here for my wife’s and I’s honeymoon; Everything we ordered was next level. We were pleasantly surprised at the speed at which the food was delivered to the table. Thursday’s are piano night and it added an extra special touch to our evening.“

“My friends and I had a lovely afternoon at The Rockaway Hotel Pool house. We were greeted by a warm and friendly hostess, Isabella, who made us feel so welcomed. Our beautiful table was in the perfect spot to take in all of what the Rockaway Hotel has to offer. The outside bar and Pool house are exquisite. The pool was bustling with excitement. Our waiter, Andrew, was polite and helpful . I highly recommend coming to The Rockaway Hotel because their staff is highly professional and attentive.“

“I went to The Harbor Light with my grandfather who is hard of hearing. I cannot tell you how accommodating the staff was. We originally sat in an area where he was unable to hear well. The owner Bernadette and the server Annie opened up a whole other section in the restaurant for us that was quieter. They were so kind and we enjoyed a lovely lunch. I would definitely recommend this place. They truly care about their patrons. Thank you Harbor Light!“

“We were a group of 23 to celebrate my sister’s birthday, and John, Alex, the staff could not have been more attentive and accommodating. The beer was awesome, the appetizers delicious, the venue just gorgeous, the music and the vibe so good!! We will be back again!“

“Best smash burger ever!!!“

“💯👌 Drinks ✅ Food ✅ Vibe ✅“

“Fantastic food, twist on classic Americana. Great drinks and service“

“Went to Meadowsweet restaurant for dinner with my family. We had an amazing experience from start to finish. The staff were so attentive, helpful and nice. The food amazing!recommend this restaurant! We will be returning soon.“

“Delicious food and cocktails“

“Great take on Lu rou fan (minced pork and rice), excellent scallion pancakes and awesome dessert (Tian miantuan) that was like a sandwich of sweet fried dough, golden sesame ice cream and condensed milk (plus cilantro and butter dried peanuts)! Great beverages as well such as the slightly sweetened Jasmine iced tea and Sanzo (lychee & calamansi) sparkling water products!“

“Came here for brunch. I got the BLT and my friend got the Turkish Eggs, and we shared a green salad. I also ordered a Hugo Spritz to drink.

The decor is beautiful and the food is good. The service was fine. My drink was way too flat. I could tell the champagne in it was old. My other issue is with the prices. I paid $25 for a BLT and it came with nothing (I had to order fries separately). I guess the area is kind of expensive but I still think $25 for a plain sandwich is unnecessary (and you can see how small the sandwich is).“

“What an amazing dinner we were participating in. It started with a flower that exploded our taste buds through all the variety of sea creatures and sea plants prepared various ways to a light but scrumptious bread pudding and ice cream made with 3 waters. All the dishes were presented like works of art accompanied in artistic dishes. It was most definitely a wild to table experience. Highly recommend. (only allowed 10 photos. There was a total 13 servings of food and 2 drinks)“

“Super unique and delicious maple praline brown butter pancakes! More cake than pancake. The wait was not long to get a table and the service was prompt, professional, courteous, and didn’t leave us in want of anything. All of our needs were met. Food was prepared much quicker than expected and was all very good! I would definitely recommend this!“

“Fantastic value for a solid 9 course tasting menu with an amuse bouche and a petit four. Some highs and lows with an emphasis on asian flavors but it was an enjoyable hour and a half. I really loved the braised duck lettuce wraps and maple bacon donuts but i found the wagyu meatball dish too salty.“

“Amazing food and wine. Excellent service!“

“Very good restaurant, highly recommended! !👍👍👍“

“Dinner Party is such a lovely wine shop! The space feels warm and inviting, and the selection makes it fun to discover something new or pick up a bottle for a night with friends. I have even hosted a client party in their space & it was so much fun. The staff is also super knowledegeable about wine & can make recommendations“

“Five Leaves is a great cafe, we were after a solid brunch spot and it hit the spot perfectly. We ordered full breakfasts and the food was fantastic, the coffee was great too.

We sat outside and it was lovely on a sunny day, would definitely recommend.“

“I had the best meal that I have had in YEARS here. The dirty martini is incredible….the oysters and shrimp cocktail were dream worthy. I am dying to come back“

“No. 7 is a perfect restaurant for a night out in Brooklyn. It’s casual and also beautiful. There is always something new and fun on the menu. This time the Haloumi was amazing! The service is great and the wine list is superb while being fairly priced. Love that you’ll see families in the early evening and first dates later on. Must visit spot!“

“Really good food, servers were very friendly, good atmosphere, really enjoyed the fish and chips, definitely get them, yucca fries and empanadas were delicious, Cesar salad was refreshing! Overall recommend! Sorry no photos cause the food was so good 🤤“

“Lovely and warm friendly service just stopped for a drink.“

“Decent spot for some live music. It gets tight in there, and the chairs suck but it's a great spot in the stuy to pop in and listen to good music. Food is decent as well but it can be awkward to eat depending on where you're sitting.“

“this place is cute!!! took my friend there for her bday. we loved the spanish mackerel and the ricotta! tip: if you get the ricotta there is no
need for the sourdough, the ricotta comes with a few slabs of focaccia

server was also very sweet. good spot!“

“Finally had the opportunity to come to this place. I would like to start off with the service. When we arrived it was packed which we were not surprised. The lady at the front was very friendly. But our server not so much, i get people have off days but we did not feel welcomed. We ordered ceviche, white rice and beans & the chicharron de pollo. As someone that loves ceviche this was not the greatest ceviche i have ever had. The apples and celery threw me off but the reason why it was not great is because the juice had that seafood tate rather than the lime zesty taste. The rice and beans were amazing!! Perfect texture and taste. The chicharron de pollo is the best chicharron i have ever had. My husband and I literally locked eyes on the first bite. It was juicy and had the perfect crunch and taste. I will definitely recommend this place and come
Back to taste the rest of the menu.“

“Was lucky enough to attend an 8-course chef’s tasting event. It was fabulous. Best octopus I’ve ever eaten.“

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“Incredible food, friendly staff and proprietor who know their wine list, with a sophisticated yet relaxed space that is perfect whether you are looking for a casual Friday night dinner date or a special occasion. And they are amazing caterers too-got raves for the Otway team’s menu and service at our Christmas party!“

“Go by yourself or with a group of friends. Very nice place to catch the game and hangout with friends. On the boardwalk. Wouldn't expect a nice place like this on the beach.
Went with 2 of my girlfriends. Great cool AC on 100+ degree temperature. Enjoyed watching football. Waiters and security were pleasant. Felt really cared for and check ins if we were okay was not excessive. Might need additional bartenders because a lot of people were present especially on the 4th of July weekend and one lady bartender was running to the other side to get drinks/ beer for customers. All in all would definitely go back. Thank you guys for a great 1st time customer experience 👍“

“Food and service were outstanding“

“Great food, music and ambience.“

“Great food, great location and great service. Definitely a thumbs-up for this place!“

“I love dilly dally!!! The name really embodies the experience: you don't want to leave. I have been many times, and the food is always high quality and delicious. The aesthetic and the staff make you feel at home there. I recently spent many hours there working during the day. There was wifi and many outlets available. I got the breakfast burrito, which was incredible, and sustained me to do hours of work. If you haven't been, you are missing out!“

“Excellent food, nice selection of snd beer and dessert was outstanding. Will definitely revisit.“

“Food was great, atmosphere lovely, service perfect (and friendly!) A great experience I will repeat!“

“Great sandwich app was a little qurkie nice place would read“

“I visited Cross Roads Bk today and loved it. The waiter was really nice and worked efficiently even though he was the only server on the floor. The restaurant was really clean and vibrant. The food didn’t take long and it was good. My favorite dish was the paradise peach cake and ice cream! Super good! The mango habanero wings and island shrimp were also really good. I would def rate the food, service and aesthetic 10/10.“

“As someone with ARFID, I have a very hard time eating really tasty foods (what most people would consider good).

Ren was the first time in my life I was able to eat tasty food, and enjoy it!

I told my partner it’s the first time I can say I like the food, and I know he liked it too!

Aside from the food, the service and the atmosphere was 10/10

Highly recommend this place!“

“The food is amazing! We had the mussels, Brussels sprouts, artichoke hearts, chicken, shepherd’s pie, fish sandwich, and burger. The drinks were wonderful and the ambiance was so much fun. Really had a laugh at the bathroom with all the googly eyes.“

“Had an amazing experience! They are so accommodating and friendly! I can’t wait to go back ! Demmoy was amazing and so welcoming! One of the best experiences Iv had!“

“The Cuban sandwich was absolutely delicious! The flavor was great, the meat was tender, and there was no unpleasant smell at all. Everything tasted fresh and well prepared. I really enjoyed it and would definitely order it again. Highly recommended!“

“Finally decided to try Bernie’s and I was so pleased with my experience. They do the simple things SO well. By far the best moz sticks I’ve ever had. The burger was incredibly solid. The Cesar could’ve used a bit for dressing. I also got the tiramisu special and it was HUGE. Omg I couldn’t finish it all by myself but you definitely get your moneys worth. I think everything was a fair price for amount and size that you are getting . Will be back and bringing friends!“

“Amazing experience at Fat Rabbit! We went after a tour of Pratt, and everyone in my party loved what they ordered. I don't eat meat, and I had the opportunity to try one of their specials - a vegetarian turkey sandwich. It was amazing, and I highly recommend ordering it if they decide to keep it around.“

“Very happy with our brunch at Sweetwater’s in Williamsburg. Good food and drink at good prices, portions were ample too! Best of all was the great staff! Friendly and prompt without hovering. Highly recommended.“

“Good food & service, very clean, and parking.“

“This neighborhood staple is right down the street from me. When they first opened, we went frequently but I must admit after Covid I hadn't been. Recently I have decided it's my go to place first because their fish and chips is outstanding and now I'm branching out to other items on the menu. The menu has changed quite a bit since the old days but the food is very satisfying. I don't wanna call it comfort food but for me it really is. My only complaint is that they don't have malt vinegar for the fish and chips.“

“Very friendly staff and great service food was amazing and very nice cocktails“

“Never disappointed! Food always excellent.“

“Insane burger. Insane honey tater tots. Incredible rice cheese cakes like a blended Big Mac.“

“This diner is excellent. Food and service fantastic. Great vibe! We came to NY from London for Christmas and my son's 40th and wanted an iconic diner. Thank you to Genevieve and staff for your fantastic welcome! Sarah“