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New Long Island Sports Bar Cited For 'Excellent' Fare, 'Laid Back' Atmosphere
A new sports bar on Long Island is delighting diners just weeks into business.
Allegro Bar & Grille – located in West Hempstead at 157 Hempstead Avenue – opened in late September, serving up “an Italian twist on American classics,” according to its website.
Its menu boasts several flatbreads, burgers, salads, and “small bites” like Italian egg rolls, empanada calzones, chicken wings, and housemade bruschetta.
Customers can also select from a number of beers, wines, and craft cocktails, including the largest selection of spritzes and espresso martinis in the Long Island/New York City a…
Great Save: NY's Own Bob Costas Saves Diner's Life Using Heimlich, Report Says
A famed NBC sports broadcaster, born and raised in New York, is being called a hero after he apparently saved a restaurant-goer’s life, according to a new report.
Long Island native Bob Costas, the legendary commentator and Sports Broadcasting Hall of Fame inductee from Commack, became a hero when he performed the Heimlich maneuver on a fellow diner at a restaurant, an exclusive report by Page Six claims.
It has not been revealed where Costas was dining at the time of the incident, but the magazine reported that when another patron at the eatery, who was not seated with the broadcaster, b…
Popular Bakery-Café Chain Opening Relocated Restaurant On Long Island
If soups, sandwiches, and pastries are your vibe, this new Long Island restaurant is for you.
Popular bakery-café chain Panera Bread will hold a grand opening for its newest location, located in Deer Park at 403 Commack Road, at 9 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 27, the company announced.
It won’t be the first Panera in town, as the restaurant was previously located at 1258 Deer Park Avenue, roughly two miles away.
In addition to the typical dine-in or takeout options, the new digs boast a drive-through window for added convenience.
“We love the people in this community, and our team is excited …
Grand Opening: New Long Island Restuarant Promises Best Of Land, Sea
A brand-new seafood restaurant is hoping to make waves with its grand opening.
Catcher’s Fish House, located at 301 Woodcleft Avenue in Freeport, is set to officially open its doors to the public Wednesday, May 3 at 4 p.m., according to the eatery’s Facebook page.
Nestled into Freeport’s nautical mile, Catcher’s Fish House advertises a “unique twist on classic seafood dishes,” as well as a menu for just about any dining occasion – in addition to their lunch and dinner menus (each with its own array of dishes), Catcher’s offers desserts, a separate section of bar-only food, and Sunday bru…
'Needs A 6th Star!': New Bellmore Restaurant's Entrées Cited For Flavor, Large Portions
A family-run Greek restaurant that opened on Long Island in late spring is making a big impression on customers.
Souvlaki Street officially opened in North Bellmore on Sunday, June 5, owner Alexandros Katehis said.
Katehis, a resident of Bethpage, said he has worked in the restaurant industry for 35 years, previously operating restaurants in Greece and Brooklyn.
"All my life I've worked in restaurants," he said.
The new restaurant is located at 1904 Newbridge Road.
The menu is simple, emulating a gyro restaurant in Greece. In addition to gyros, it features Souvlaki, burgers, salads, an…
Tyson Recalls Millions Of Pounds Of Chicken Products Due To Possible Listeria Contamination
Tyson Foods has issued a recall for about 8.5 million pounds of ready-to-eat, frozen chicken products because they may be contaminated with Listeria.
The brands were produced between Dec. 26, 2020, and April 13, 2021, according to an announcement by the USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS).
The products subject to recall bear establishment number “EST. P-7089” on the product bag or inside the USDA mark of inspection.
The items were shipped nationwide to retailers and institutions, including hospitals, nursing facilities, restaurants, schools, and Department of Defense locat…
Covid-19: NY Issues New Guidelines For Gatherings, Including In Homes, Restaurants, Bars, Gyms
Indoor and outdoor gatherings in New York State will be limited to no more than 10 people under sweeping new measures to combat the increase of COVID-19 cases announced on Wednesday, Nov. 11.
In addition, restaurants, and bars that have liquor licenses must close each day by 10 p.m. Gyms, health clubs and bowling alleys also must close by 10 p.m.
The new rules go into effect on Friday, Nov. 13.
In making the announcement, Gov. Andrew Cuomo said further steps could be taken, including prohibiting indoor dining at restaurants and bars.
"New York follows the science," Cuomo said. "…
Covid-19: Here's A Look At New Businesses Now Open With Phase 3 Underway In Hudson Valley
Hudson Valley has become the ninth of New York State's 10 regions to enter Phase 3 of reopening the economy as the state recovers from the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis.
The region took the next step in the four-phase reopening plan as of Tuesday morning, June 23, allowing more businesses to open.
Westchester, Rockland, Putnam, Dutchess, Orange, Ulster and Sullivan counties make up the Hudson Valley region.
Long Island will enter Phase 3 on Wednesday, June 24, leaving just New York City in Phase 2, possibly entering Phase 3 in two weeks.
In Phase 3, limited indoor dining is permitte…
Covid-19: Here's What New Businesses Will Reopen As Hudson Valley, Long Island Near Phase 3
The Hudson Valley and Long Island are on track to become the latest regions in New York to enter Phase 3 of opening up the economy as the state recovers from the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis.
Provided the COVID-19 numbers continue to stay steady, the Hudson Valley will enter Phase 3 on Tuesday, June 23, with Long Island following suit a day later on Wednesday, June 24.
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In Phase 3, limited indoor dining will be permitted, as well as personal care service businesses such as nai…
