Five of the Best French Fry Spots on Long Island for National French Fry Day
National French Fry Day is here, and there’s no better place to indulge in this crispy, golden delight than Long Island. French Fry Day happens annually on the second Friday in July, which is July 12th this year.
Whether you prefer them curly, crinkle-cut, or loaded with toppings, Long Island boasts a variety of spots where you can savor the perfect fry. From classic diners to gourmet eateries, here’s a list of must-visit places to satisfy your french fry cravings today.
P.S. Burgers
The fires seem endless: Curly fries, waffle fries, gruyere fries, sweet potato fries. They also have a great side sauce for dipping. Where: 198 2nd St, Mineola, (516) 493-9292.
McDonalds
Get the McDonald’s app and get a deal for a free medium order of fries with any purchase of $1 or more on Friday, July 12, and every subsequent Friday through Dec. 27, 2024. If you’re going to get fries from McDonald’s then do it right and go to the historic mansion turned into a fast food restaurant in New Hyde Park. Click here to read all about it. Where: Multiple locations across Long Island.
New York Fries
A Canadian restaurant chain that offers fresh-cut fries as a main course and hot dogs as a side has locations in Smith Haven Mall and Roosevelt Field mall. Read all about them here. Where: Smith Haven Mall, Roosevelt Field Mall.
All-American Hamburger Drive-In
Frequently on best-french fries lists, we’re not sure if it’s nostalgia or they just have great fries. Decide for yourself! Where: 4286 Merrick Rd, Massapequa, (516) 798-9574.
Smok-Haus
This barbecue joint also made the best-of list. Where: 7 12th St, Garden City, (516) 400-7100.
Oh yeah, and help us solve a problem. To dip or not to dip… your french fries in your milkshake. And a follow-up question is, if you do dip then what is the best flavor combination? Click here to give your answer to this age-old question.
Photo by Dzenina Lukac.
