Americans pretty much invented Chinese take-out, but that doesn’t mean it still isn’t good. It’s perhaps the easiest meal to do for dinner when you get home from work late, plus it’s just fun to eat straight out of the cardboard containers with a pair of chopsticks. So if your choice is General Tso’s chicken,…
This year’s champion promises a flavor fiesta, packed with delicious ingredients and a winning combination that wowed the judges. Ready to find your new go-to quesadilla? See who won for Best Quesadilla on Long Island! 2026: Long Islanders Voted Shrimpy’s Burrito Bar Best Quesadilla! Shrimpy’s Burrito Bar 125 Front St, Massapequa (516) 797-3299 – shrimpysburritobar.com…
Crisp romaine, creamy dressing, crunchy croutons, and a sprinkle of Parmesan—there’s a reason the Caesar salad is a timeless favorite. Whether enjoyed as a starter or topped with grilled chicken, shrimp, or steak for a satisfying meal, the perfect Caesar salad is all about fresh ingredients and bold flavors. Long Island is home to countless…
The hamburger is the trademark American dish, made ever better with a side of fries and a chocolate milkshake. You can get one at pretty much any restaurant on Long Island, but no two burgers are the same, nor should they be. If you’re simple, you probably get it with just cheese, lettuce, tomato and…
The early bird may get the worm, but the late riser gets the next best thing: brunch. There’s probably nothing better on a Sunday afternoon than sleeping in and getting brunch with the family. Long Island is sprinkled with plenty of great restaurants to choose from, but only one can dish out the best eggs,…
Pastrami on rye is perhaps one of the most famous sandwiches found in any New York deli, and on Long Island it’s the same way. Brisket cured in brine and coated with seasonings such as garlic, black pepper, mustard seed, coriander, paprika and more, the meat is smoked, then steamed. Afterwards it’s put on your…
Sweet, smoky, tangy, or spicy—great BBQ sauce is all about bold flavor. Whether it’s slathered on ribs, brushed over grilled chicken, or used as a dipping sauce, the best BBQ sauce strikes the perfect balance of richness and zest. Long Island is home to pitmasters and chefs who craft mouthwatering sauces that take barbecue to…
For seafood lovers, nothing beats the fresh, briny flavors of a well-stocked raw bar. From succulent oysters and clams to fresh shrimp and lobster, a great raw bar offers the perfect combination of freshness and variety. Long Island’s coastal waters are a prime source for some of the best shellfish, making it the ideal destination…
Unless you’re allergic to chocolate, you probably love it (or you’re just not human). There possibly couldn’t be anything better than it — unless it’s handmade by a local chocolatier, that is. Chocolatiers put a spin on this delicious treat by molding and forming it into anything they can imagine. Cream-filled balls, small statues and…
Dinner on Long Island can get pretty expensive. When you throw in an appetizer, drinks and even dessert, naturally that’ll jack up the bill, and restaurants here are fortunately aware of that. That’s where the dinner deal comes in: whether it’s a free appetizer thrown in with select meals, or a large dish at an…