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Best Tacos Found At This Long Island Eatery: Voters Best Tacos Found At This Long Island Eatery: Voters
Best Tacos Found At This Long Island Eatery: Voters Just in time for Cinco de Mayo. Dirty Taco and Tequila — which has multiple locations across Long Island — has been voted as having the best tacos around, according to the Bethpage Best of Long Island 2024 results. It is the third time the eatery has won the title.  Self-described as being “part LA food truck and part Asian street food with an urban street vibe,” the eatery offers a variety of innovative flavors — think Asian sloppy joe, Thai meatball, bang bang shrimp, and chicken tinga tacos — that sets it apart from a normal taco spot.  Related Story: Fan Favorite Re…
This Long Island Bar Reigns Supreme As Best Spot For Brews, Voters Say This Long Island Bar Reigns Supreme As Best Spot For Brews, Voters Say
This Long Island Bar Reigns Supreme As Best Spot For Brews, Voters Say A brewery serving up both traditional and experimental beers and ciders has been voted as the best bar on Long Island for the fourth year in a row. Po’Boy Brewery, located at 200 Wilson Street in Port Jefferson Station, is the best bar on Long Island, according to Bethpage Best of Long Island's brand-new 2024 rankings. Founded in 2013 by brewmaster Bob Rodriguez, the microbrewery offers a smattering of local and homemade ciders, beers, and sours — all with quirky names, such as “Lucky Honey Boo Boo” (a green beer for St. Patrick’s Day), “EyePA of the Tiger” (an American IPA), and “LL Cool…
'Bursting With Flavor': This Is Best Restaurant On Long Island, Voters Say 'Bursting With Flavor': This Is Best Restaurant On Long Island, Voters Say
'Bursting With Flavor': This Is Best Restaurant On Long Island, Voters Say If you’re looking for the finest fare around, look no further than this Long Island eatery, according to voters. Foster – located in the Oyster Bay village of Sea Cliff at 39 Roslyn Avenue – was voted best restaurant for the 2024 Bethpage Best of Long Island contest. “This chef-owned venue combines fresh ingredients with classic techniques to serve elegant meals,” reads the consensus. “Everything at the restaurant is made from scratch with love, attention and simple, healthy ingredients from their pastas, doughs and pastries to dressings, sauces, and condiments.” Opened in November 2022 at…
This 'Tremendous' Spot Voted Long Island's Best Burrito This 'Tremendous' Spot Voted Long Island's Best Burrito
This 'Tremendous' Spot Voted Long Island's Best Burrito Diners say this Long Island eatery, with its huge portions and tasty ingredients, has the best burrito around. Fat Boy’s Burrito Company, located at 2496 Merrick Road in Bellmore, is Long Island’s favorite burrito spot, according to the 2024 Bethpage Best of Long Island awards. The eatery, which also has locations in Plainview and Northport, offers over 25 different styles of their famous “fat” burritos — which live up to their name, being stuffed to the brim with flavors both classic and inventive. “These burritos are seriously fat,” wrote Jennie S. of Norwalk, CT on the eatery’s Yelp …
'Culinary Delight': Best Bagels Found At This Long Island Deli, Voters Say 'Culinary Delight': Best Bagels Found At This Long Island Deli, Voters Say
'Culinary Delight': Best Bagels Found At This Long Island Deli, Voters Say There’s a new bagel king of Long Island. Blazin Bagel and Deli – located in Manorville at 287 Wading River Road – was voted best bagels for the 2024 Bethpage Best of Long Island survey. “Boiled and baked to perfection, Blazin Bagel’s creations boast a delightful balance of chewiness and crispness, creating the ideal bagel texture,” reads the consensus. “Complemented by a selection of artisanal spreads and toppings, each bagel is a culinary delight.” Opened in December 2021, Blazin offers a variety of bagel flavors including classic plain, everything, blueberry, and Asiago. From there, it…
Best Hot Dogs Found At This Long Island Eatery, Voters Say Best Hot Dogs Found At This Long Island Eatery, Voters Say
Best Hot Dogs Found At This Long Island Eatery, Voters Say Whether you prefer yours topped with chili and onions, relish and sauerkraut, or just plain old ketchup and mustard, nothing beats a good hot dog. But just as important as how you eat your dog is where you get it. Around here, your best bet is Charlie’s Legendary Hot Dogs – located in Islip Terrace at 16 Lowell Avenue – voted best hot dogs by the 2024 Bethpage Best of Long Island survey. Founded in 1963 by Charles Summa, a disabled World War II veteran, Charlie’s began as a small pushcart based in Brentwood. Over 60 years later, the family-owned business is still going strong. “Locals lin…
‘Most Creative,’ ‘Tasty’ Doughnuts Found Here, Diners On Long Island Say ‘Most Creative,’ ‘Tasty’ Doughnuts Found Here, Diners On Long Island Say
‘Most Creative,’ ‘Tasty’ Doughnuts Found Here, Diners On Long Island Say This Instagram-worthy local Long Island donut shop has been wowing pastry lovers with its rotating flavors and large portions – just in time for National Donut Day (or any other day). North Fork Doughnut Company, with locations in Mattituck and Bay Shore, has been a staple of the Long Island food scene since it opened its doors in 2018. This year, it won the 2023 Bethpage Best of Long Island award for Best Doughnut (along with chain shop Duck Donuts). View this post on Instagram A post shared by Nicole Schwartz (@li_loveatfirstbite) “I. K…
This Long Island Eatery Serves Up Best Mexican Food, Voters Say This Long Island Eatery Serves Up Best Mexican Food, Voters Say
This Long Island Eatery Serves Up Best Mexican Food, Voters Say The restaurant, which has a winning track record, has been recognized yet again for its delicious cuisine. Long Islanders have spoken: Maria’s Mexican & Latin Cuisine, located at 211 Smithtown Boulevard in Nesconset, is the best Mexican restaurant on the island, according to the 2023 Bethpage Best Of Long Island results. Maria’s, which has previously won Best Latin American Restaurant eight years in a row, is no stranger to being recognized for its “magical” food and atmosphere. “Maria’s Mexican and Latin American Cuisine was born out of a lifelong passion for Latin American culture…
This Long Island Eatery Is Best Place For Taco Tuesday, Voters Say This Long Island Eatery Is Best Place For Taco Tuesday, Voters Say
This Long Island Eatery Is Best Place For Taco Tuesday, Voters Say Those looking for a new place to celebrate Taco Tuesday are in luck. Smōk-Haus, located in Garden City at 7 12th Street, has been officially voted as having the best taco on Long Island, according to Bethpage Best of Long Island’s new 2023 rankings. Founder and Pitmaster Manny Voumvourakis opened the Garden City restaurant in 2017 due to his passion for “low and slow” cooked American barbecue. His website states he was “indoctrinated” into the practice by his mentor – the one and only Myron Mixon (Mixon is a five-time world barbecue champion). The former derivatives trader aims to “fus…
This Bar Serves Best Brews On Long Island, Voters Say This Bar Serves Best Brews On Long Island, Voters Say
This Bar Serves Best Brews On Long Island, Voters Say When looking for a place to unwind after a busy workday or a gathering spot to reunite with old friends, look no further than what voters say is Long Island’s best bar — Po’Boy Brewery. Located at 200 Wilson Street in Port Jefferson Station, Po’Boy Brewery sets the bar high, as it was voted by Long Islanders as the best bar on the island for its third year in a row, according to Bethpage Best of Long Island's brand-new 2023 rankings. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Po'Boy Brewery & Cidery (@poboybrewery) Founded in 2013 by …
This Farmingville Eatery Serves Up Long Island's Best Bagels, Voters Say This Farmingville Eatery Serves Up Long Island's Best Bagels, Voters Say
This Farmingville Eatery Serves Up Long Island's Best Bagels, Voters Say Bagel lovers have spoken and the new king of bagels on Long Island is the Hilltop Bagel Café. Located in Farmingville, the café offers what all Long Islanders desire, wonderful doughy bagels in a range of flavors that make you smile as you wipe the cream cheese from your face. Winning the coveted Bethpage Best Of Long Island is no easy feat but Hilltop seemed to breeze past the hundreds of favorites across the island with ease. Voters pointed to not only the café's bagels, think chocolate chunks and luscious blueberries, as wonderful as they are, but also to the restaurant's special c…
This Eatery Serves Up Long Island's Best Pizza, Voters Say This Eatery Serves Up Long Island's Best Pizza, Voters Say
This Eatery Serves Up Long Island's Best Pizza, Voters Say Voters have just chosen a beloved Italian restaurant's pizza as the best on Long Island, according to Bethpage Best of Long Island's 2023 voting.  For the fourth year in a row, Long Island residents picked Nassau County's Grandpa Tony's as having the island's best pizza, the website announced.  Located in East Rockaway at 101 Althouse Ave., the eatery is known for serving Old Italian cuisine that uses fresh ingredients to be as authentic as possible, according to the owners.  Some of the restaurant's most notable wood-fired pies offered on its menu include the Smoking G…
This Eatery Serves Up Long Island's Best Mac & Cheese, Voters Say This Eatery Serves Up Long Island's Best Mac & Cheese, Voters Say
This Eatery Serves Up Long Island's Best Mac & Cheese, Voters Say For the second year in a row, a longtime eatery was voted as the business that serves the best macaroni and cheese on Long Island, according to Bethpage Best of Long Island. Voters determined that Zorn's of Bethpage serves the best mac and cheese on Long Island, the website reported. Zorn's of Bethpage is located at 4321 Hempstead Turnpike. The eatery is known for its homemade dishes such as turkey dinners, chicken pot pie, and, of course, mac and cheese. "All the food is excellent and the service is quick," Lori R., of Centerpont, said in a Yelp review. "I come from a town about 45 …
This Eatery Offers Best Dinner Deal On Long Island, Voters Say This Eatery Offers Best Dinner Deal On Long Island, Voters Say
This Eatery Offers Best Dinner Deal On Long Island, Voters Say A popular diner was voted as the eatery with the best dinner deal on Long Island, according to Bethpage Best of Long Island. Lindenhurst Diner in Suffolk County offers the best dinner deal in 2022, the website reported. The diner is located at 195 East Montauk Highway in Lindenhurst. Guests may choose from a wide variety of dishes, including burgers, specialty sandwiches, paninis, and salads. The eatery also offers a vegan menu. Bethpage Best of Long Island said the diner also offers a prix fixe menu. Read the full announcement from Bethpage Best of Long Island here.
This Popular Shop Voted Long Island's Best Candy Store This Popular Shop Voted Long Island's Best Candy Store
This Popular Shop Voted Long Island's Best Candy Store A popular general store was voted the best place to buy candy on Long Island, according to Bethpage Best of Long Island. Bobb Howard's General Store in Nassau County was voted the best candy store by Long Islanders for the fifth year in a row, the website announced. The business is located at 581 Lakeville Road in New Hyde Park. The store, which also offers a variety of nostalgic toys and collectibles, advertises its retro candies such as Astro Pops lollipops, Sky Bars, and Wacky Wafers.  "The minute you walk into the store you are hit with feelings of nostalgia," Samantha S., o…
This Popular Spot Voted Best Place For Long Island Singles This Popular Spot Voted Best Place For Long Island Singles
This Popular Spot Voted Best Place For Long Island Singles If you are looking to meet someone new or just mingle with fun people, chalk up a pool cue and head to this Long Island spot that has been named the best place for singles. Michael’s Billiards in Nassau County in Island Park has been named the best place for singles 2022 by Bethpage Best of Long Island. Whether you are just looking to meet new people or get away from that TV, or you feel the need to flirt, Michael's is your place, the survey found. Singles overwhelming said Michael’s Billiards, located at 4060 Austin Blvd., has everything you need to meet someone new because it offers plen…
This Popular Spot Named Long Island's Best Bar By Voters This Popular Spot Named Long Island's Best Bar By Voters
This Popular Spot Named Long Island's Best Bar By Voters Say cheers! A celebrated brewery was voted the best bar on Long Island for the second year in a row, according to Bethpage Best of Long Island. Po'Boy Brewery in Suffolk County was voted the best bar by Long Islanders in 2022, the website announced. Located at 200 Wilson St. in Port Jefferson Station, the brewery offers a wide selection of drinks from the "Lavender Fields of Dreams" sour IPA fermented with blueberry, lemonade, and lavender, to "The Amazing Ciderman," a hard cider fermented with peach and mango. "This spot was wonderful," Stephanie K., of Babylon, wrote in a Yelp review. "T…
Levittown Eatery Voted Long Island's Best Vegetarian Restaurant Levittown Eatery Voted Long Island's Best Vegetarian Restaurant
Levittown Eatery Voted Long Island's Best Vegetarian Restaurant In its first year in business, a popular eatery was voted the best vegetarian restaurant on Long Island, according to Bethpage Best of Long Island. Green Street Eatery was voted the best vegetarian restaurant on Long Island in 2022, according to the website. The restaurant, located at 7 Emerson Ave. in Levittown, opened in 2021 after the owners saw success from their Green Street food truck, which was also voted the best food truck on Long Island this year.  The restaurant offers vegan and gluten-free cuisine with a variety of smoothies, sandwiches, bowls, and more. Read the full ann…
This Eatery With Multiple Locations Voted Long Island's Best Kosher Restaurant This Eatery With Multiple Locations Voted Long Island's Best Kosher Restaurant
This Eatery With Multiple Locations Voted Long Island's Best Kosher Restaurant A family-owned eatery with multiple locations was voted Long Island's best kosher restaurant, according to Bethpage Best of Long Island. Ben's Kosher Delicatessen Restaurant & Caterers was voted the best kosher restaurant by Long Islanders in 2022, the website announced. The owners operate Nassau County locations in Carle Place, Greenvale, and Woodbury. The business also has locations outside of Long Island. "I can't get enough of the pickles and coleslaw, you can tell how fresh everything is," Chris A. said in a Yelp review of the Woodbury location. "The service was great a…
This Eatery Serves Up Best Soup On Long Island, Voters Say This Eatery Serves Up Best Soup On Long Island, Voters Say
This Eatery Serves Up Best Soup On Long Island, Voters Say Voters have determined that a popular eatery serves the best soup on Long Island, according to a report from Bethpage Best of Long Island. Long Islanders voted that Nassau County restaurant NY Bone Broths serves the best soup, according to the website. The restaurant is located in Franklin Square, at 402 Franklin Ave. The owners say the restaurant simmers organic grass-fed beef bones and free-range chicken and turkey bones for more than 24 hours for its broths and uses organic vegetables, herbs and spices. "I bought some grass-fed Beef Onion Soup bone broth and added some Swiss Gruyè…
This Eatery Serves Up Best Breakfast On Long Island, Voters Say This Eatery Serves Up Best Breakfast On Long Island, Voters Say
This Eatery Serves Up Best Breakfast On Long Island, Voters Say A popular restaurant was voted as serving the best breakfast on Long Island, according to Bethpage Best of Long Island. Maureen's Kitchen was voted as the eatery that serves the best breakfast on Long Island in 2022, continuing its streak of winning the category since 2018, the website announced. Located at 108 Terry Road in Smithtown, the restaurant serves up a wide variety of breakfast dishes, including French toast, omelet specials, and pancakes. "Absolute best of the best breakfast joint in all of Long Island. Daily specials are too die for and everything is always prepared to perfecti…
This Pizzeria Just Voted Best On Long Island This Pizzeria Just Voted Best On Long Island
This Pizzeria Just Voted Best On Long Island For the third year in a row, a popular Italian restaurant's pizzas were voted the best on Long Island, according to Bethpage Best of Long Island. Long Islanders voted that Grandpa Tony's in Nassau County has the best pizza on Long Island, the website announced. The eatery is located in East Rockaway at 101 Althouse Ave. Owners say the restaurant specializes in Old World Italian cuisine.  The restaurant offers wood-fired pizzas, with speciality pies such as Pizza alla Vodka, Buffalo Chicken Pizza, and Baked Clam Pizza. Grandpa Tony's was also voted the best restaurant for outdo…
Garden City Eatery Voted Long Island's Best Barbecue Restaurant Garden City Eatery Voted Long Island's Best Barbecue Restaurant
Garden City Eatery Voted Long Island's Best Barbecue Restaurant A popular eatery was voted the best barbecue restaurant on Long Island, according to Bethpage Best of Long Island. Smōk-Haus is located at 7 12th St. in Garden City. Some specials the restaurant offers include smoked bratwurst sandwiches, spare ribs, dark chocolate chili, and chili cheese fries. "My wife and I had a great experience at Smok-Haus," Craig L. said in a Yelp review. "We sat at the bar. The Shishito peppers, firecracker shrimp and fish tacos were phenomenal. Great cocktail menu and beer list. We had a nice conversation with Yanni. This is the best BBQ we have had on LI. Ho…
Franklin Square Eatery Voted Long Island's Best German Restaurant Franklin Square Eatery Voted Long Island's Best German Restaurant
Franklin Square Eatery Voted Long Island's Best German Restaurant A popular eatery was voted Long Island's best German restaurant, according to Bethpage Best of Long Island. Nassau County restaurant Plattduetsche Park was voted the best German restaurant by Long Islanders in 2022, the website announced. The eatery, which is located at 1132 Hempstead Turnpike in Franklin Square, offers a wide variety of authentic German dishes along with a selection of imported beers on tap. "This place is always a great time! The bartenders are always super friendly and helpful if you are unsure what to get," Christina G., of Franklin Square, said in a Yelp rev…
This Nassau County Chef Voted Long Island's Best This Nassau County Chef Voted Long Island's Best
This Nassau County Chef Voted Long Island's Best The man who runs the kitchen of a popular seafood restaurant was voted the best chef on Long Island, according to Bethpage Best of Long Island. Chef Stephen Rosenbluth, who works at Anchor Down Seafood Bar & Grill in Merrick, was voted Long Island's best chef in 2022, the site said. According to the announcement, Rosenbluth has worked at the eatery since 2014 and has more than 20 years of experience working at numerous restaurants. He also worked as a fisherman in Montauk before he became a chef, Bethpage Best of Long Island reported. Read the full announcement here.
This Eatery With Multiple Locations Voted Long Island's Best Japanese Restaurant This Eatery With Multiple Locations Voted Long Island's Best Japanese Restaurant
This Eatery With Multiple Locations Voted Long Island's Best Japanese Restaurant For the second year in a row, a Japanese restaurant known for sushi has tied for the best on Long Island. Kotobuki Restaurant, with locations in Suffolk County, in Hauppauge and Babylon, and in Nassau County, in Roslyn, tied with another Japanese restaurant to be named the best for 2022 by Bethpage Best Of Long Island.  The restaurant, which is known for its beautiful interior, is just as well known by locals for its sushi and noodles, according to Bethpage Best of Long Island. Kotobuki is also known for its generous portions and reasonable prices. Some favorites at Kotobuki include …
Massapequa Eatery Voted Long Island's Best Cajun Restaurant Massapequa Eatery Voted Long Island's Best Cajun Restaurant
Massapequa Eatery Voted Long Island's Best Cajun Restaurant For the third year in a row, a popular Cajun restaurant has been voted by residents as the best on Long Island. Nassau County's Big Daddy's Restaurant in Massapequa was voted the best Cajun restaurant for 2022 by Long Islanders, according to Bethpage Best of Long Island. What makes Big Daddy's so popular is the Cajun heat and their pit barbecue that keep residents coming back for more since 1993. Diners praise the restaurant for its take on the boiled crawfish from Louisiana, pulled pork, alligator dishes, and of course, chicken and waffles and Jambalaya. At Mardi Gras time the restaurant…
Bellmore Eatery Voted Long Island's Best All-You-Can-Eat Restaurant Bellmore Eatery Voted Long Island's Best All-You-Can-Eat Restaurant
Bellmore Eatery Voted Long Island's Best All-You-Can-Eat Restaurant A family-owned restaurant was voted as having the best all-you-can-eat menu on Long Island, according to Bethpage Best of Long Island. Churrasqueira Carvalhos Rodizio Restaurant in Bellmore won that category for the third year in a row.  Located at 2700 Sunrise Highway in Bellmore, the restaurant specializes in Portuguese barbecue dishes, offering meat and seafood dishes seasoned with a combination of herbs and spices from a homemade recipe, the owners report. Read the full announcement from Bethpage Best of Long Island here.
This Huntington Eatery Voted Long Island's Best French Restaurant This Huntington Eatery Voted Long Island's Best French Restaurant
This Huntington Eatery Voted Long Island's Best French Restaurant For the second year in a row, a well-known bistro was voted the best French restaurant on Long Island. Bethpage Best of Long Island announced that Suffolk County eatery Bistro Cassis was voted the best French restaurant by Long Islanders for 2022. The restaurant is located at 55 Wall St. in Huntington. The menu features steak frites, pan-roasted salmon, slow-braised lamb shanks, and many other dishes. Guests can also choose from a selection of French wines. "With every order the server places a slice of baguette on your bread dish and they replenish it when gone," Andrew C., of Melv…
This Merrick Eatery Voted Long Island's Best Seafood Restaurant This Merrick Eatery Voted Long Island's Best Seafood Restaurant
This Merrick Eatery Voted Long Island's Best Seafood Restaurant For the third year in a row, a popular eatery was voted the best seafood restaurant on Long Island. Bethpage Best of Long Island announced that Anchor Down Seafood Bar and Grill in Nassau County was voted the best seafood restaurant by residents in 2022. The restaurant, located at 1960 Bayberry Ave. in Merrick, has been serving guests on Long Island since 2014. The Anchor Down menu features "casual bites" such as fish and chips, along with main courses of pan-seared sea scallops, horseradish crusted organic Scottish salmon, and jumbo lump crab cakes. "Absolutely divine!!! From salad …
This East Rockaway Eatery Voted Long Island's Best Restaurant For Outdoor Dining This East Rockaway Eatery Voted Long Island's Best Restaurant For Outdoor Dining
This East Rockaway Eatery Voted Long Island's Best Restaurant For Outdoor Dining A popular restaurant known for its waterfront views was voted Long Island's best outdoor dining experience, according to a new report. Grandpa Tony's, located in Nassau County, was voted as the eatery with the best outdoor dining by residents for 2022, according to Bethpage Best of Long Island. Located at 101 Althouse Ave. in East Rockaway, the Italian restaurant offers a selection of specialty pizzas, pasta dishes, sandwiches, and more. The owners say the eatery is known for its large portions and fresh ingredients. Bethpage Best of Long Island reported that the restaurant was …