BurritoBar Awards Master Franchising Rights for Long Island BurritoBar USA Inc., a leading fast-casual Mexican food franchise, is pleased to announce that it has awarded the Master Franchise…
A New High End Steakhouse With a Nod to History Coming to East Setauket in Former Mario’s Restaurant Space For decades, Mario’s Restaurant was a cornerstone of East Setauket’s dining scene, beloved by locals for its comforting Italian fare.…
Secrets Out: Artemis Speakeasy to Shake Up Station Yards in Ronkonkoma This April Cocktail enthusiasts and lovers of nostalgic charm, mark your calendars: Artemis Speakeasy is officially opening its doors this April at…
National Restaurant Association Warns of $12B Blow to Industry from Tariffs; Slash Profits by 30% A proposed 25% tariff on food and beverage imports from Mexico and Canada could cost U.S. restaurants more than $12…
Dang BBQ in Islip to Close After Nearly 8 Years, Seaford Location to Stay Open Dang BBQ in Islip, a local favorite known for its slow-smoked meats and over-the-top milkshakes, will close its doors on…
Hooters Reportedly Prepping for Bankruptcy Hooters, the iconic chain known for its wings, beer, and lively atmosphere, is reportedly gearing up for a bankruptcy filing.…
Long Island Chefs Rally to Support Crescent Duck Farm Long Island’s top chefs are coming together to support Crescent Duck Farm in Aquebogue after the devastating bird flu outbreak…
Blue Point Brewing Expands Its Shakedown on Main Street Festival for a Landmark 5th Year Patchogue Brewery Gears Up for Its Biggest Summer Kickoff Yet Blue Point Brewing Company is bringing the heat this May…
Starbucks’ Big Fix? More Starbucks! But Will That Work on Long Island? If you feel like you can’t swing an everything bagel without hitting a Starbucks on Long Island, buckle up—because more…
Crave Court Brings Bold New Flavors to Lynbrook, Courtesy of Chef Joe Ciminera Lynbrook just got a serious upgrade for food lovers. Crave Court, the brainchild of celebrity chef Joe Ciminera, is now…
Willy’s Margaritas Cafe Closes Hicksville Location Willy’s Margaritas Cafe in Hicksville has shut its doors. The outpost, located at 392 Woodbury Rd in the Woodbury Road…
Hampton Coffee Company Expands with New Café in Hampton Bays, Serving Up Local Flavor and Community Spirit Hampton Coffee Company, known for its strong local roots and excellent brews, has opened its latest espresso bar and café…
TGI Fridays in Farmingville Temporarily Closed; Future Uncertain TGI Fridays’ location in Farmingville has closed its doors, with little clarity on whether this is a permanent move or…
Tap Room Opens Ninth Long Island Location at Ronkonkoma’s Station Yards Long Island’s popular gastropub chain, Tap Room, has officially opened the doors to its newest location at Station Yards in…
Dark Horse Tavern Said to Replace American Standard Whiskey Bar in Bay Shore After American Standard Whiskey Bar in Bay Shore announced it was closing in late December, we contacted owner co-owner Anthony…
Pollo Campero Brings Flavor to Huntington with New Location Pollo Campero, the popular global quick-service restaurant chain, is opening a new spot in Huntington this summer, taking over the…
McDonald’s Caves to Pressure, Scales Back DEI Goals But Maintains Inclusion Commitments McDonald’s, one of the world’s largest fast-food chains, announced significant changes to its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) practices on…
Long Island Said Goodbye to These Restaurants in 2024 2024 was a challenging year for the Long Island restaurant scene, with numerous beloved eateries closing their doors for good.…
American Standard Whiskey Bar in Bay Shore to Close After New Year’s Eve Party American Standard Whiskey Bar, located at 53 West Main Street in Bay Shore, has announced it will close its doors…
New 5 Brothers Fried Chicken & Waffles Opens in East Setauket A new location of 5 Brothers Fried Chicken & Waffles just opened this month in Setauket. The new spot is…
Former Miller Place Inn Sold for $2 Million; New Catering Hall Planned The former Miller Place Inn, a catering and event venue located at 195 North Country Road, has been sold for…
Long Island’s Best New Year’s Eve Dinner & Drinks The countdown to 2025 is on! Whether you’re looking for a romantic dinner, a lively party atmosphere, or a sophisticated…
BurgerFi Finds New Owner Following Bankruptcy, Long Island’s Location Remains Open BurgerFi, the fast-casual burger chain with one remaining location on Long Island, has been acquired by Happy Asker, CEO and…
