Bamboo
153 Woodcleft AvenueFreport, NY 11520
Phone: 631-414-7055
Coupons or Deals: None that I know of
Date of Visit: July 2012
I visited this bar/restaurant on a Wed night with a handful of Malencheks! Some of us got there in time for the happy hour specials which were:
- 2 for 1 miller lights on tap
- 2 for one Margarita
In my opinion, nothing too saucy but it did the trick!
The outside bar was very clean, the bartender was very nice and the awning kept us out of the very hot sun! They had a one-man band playing on the sandy part of their lot and some people set up a blackjack table but I really had no idea what for. The music was 90's alternative which is always a pleasure for me but it was a bit too loud for a crowded bar.
Once the rest of the family arrived, we headed in the AC portion of the restaurant to order some grub. The menu was filled with "standards"; they had sandwiches, quesadillas, fish taco's and burgers. We started off with the guacamole but I found it to be extremely lack luster. The chicken quesadilla I ordered was very good! Unfortunately the pasta dish my Aunt Loren ordered was super oily; she literally had to pour the oil from her bowl into an extra glass on the table just so she could enjoy herself.
I would say the biggest downfalls for this place was the restaurant area. The food was average, the waitress didn't turn down the music inside so we could barely hear each other, she also forgot to turn on the lights for us so we had to turn it off ourselves and our food came out like an hour after the appetizers were finished. In her defense it was also very busy with the bar patrons orders as well.
In all, I would say the Bamboo Bar and Grill is a very fun and comfortable for the the bar scene. I wouldn't suggested anyone specifically to go there to eat food but to hang out for a drink and eat "bar" food... I would say go for it!.
Genre: American Grill
Hours:
Reservations: Not necessary
Dress Code: Casual
Menu Items: Burgers, Salads, Sandwhiches, Pasta, Apps, Seafood section
Wait time: No wait time to sit or order a drink at the bar. The food took close to an hour to come out. That only concerns me because it was a Wed night, I wonder how long the food turnaround time is on a busy Friday or Saturday night?
Price: Average per person is $15 per entree
Environment: Adult bar/restaurant
Kid Friendly: Most of their business comes from the bar, so that's your call
Service: The bar staff was friendly and attentive. The waitress was nice but unavailable most times.Apps: Yes
Dessert: Yes
Specials: Happy hour from 4-7pm
Favorite Menu Item: I enjoyed the Margarita!
Recommended: I would definitely come back for a drink and some bar food with my hunnie or friends :)
Sunday, July 29, 2012
Thursday, June 30, 2011
Kodiaks
1815 Broadhallow Road
Farmingdale, NY 11735
Phone: 631-414-7055
Website: http://www.kodiaksrestaurant.net
Coupons or Deals: Long Island Big Deals website. Pay $15 for a $30 coupon
Date of Visit: June 2011
Jeffrey and I went in on a Sunday afternoon for some din-din. The ambiance when you walk in is very casual and comfortable. They have two huge bars located inside the establishment, with several flat screen TV's throughout. Jeff and I were sat in a cubicle on the lower portion of the restaurant. Our waitress greeted us right away and remained attentive during the course of our meal.
I order from the "spinach and broccoli" section. It was broccoli, spinach, garlic and grilled chicken all sauteed together. The meal tasted really good but it was basically a really expensive glorified salad. After i ate half, I was kind of wanting something else besides spinach and broccoli on my plate.
Jeff got a huge burger that was served on a pretzel bun. It had plenty of cheese, bacon, lettuce and tomatoes on it as well. Very yummy! The french fries were a bit soggy.
The drink specials are very enticing. They actually have lots of drink specials. This particular night they had Pabst blue ribbon on sale for $4 a can but that was only served at the bar. I got long beach iced tea (similar to the long island iced tea). It was good, not great.
I think the prices are a bit high for an American grill fast food chain (aka Fridays or Chilis).
Genre: American Grill
Hours:
Reservations: Not necessary
Dress Code: Casual
Menu Items: Burgers, Salads, Sandwhiches, Pasta, Apps, Seafood section
Wait time: The staff were prompt. The drinks came quickly. The food came in 15 minutes.
Price: Average per person is $15 - 20 per entree
Environment: Family friendly bar/restaurant
Kid Friendly: Yes
Service: Excellent
Apps: Yes
Dessert: Yes
Specialties: Multiple Beers on Tap
Favorite Menu Item:
Recommended: I would try it at least once
1815 Broadhallow Road
Farmingdale, NY 11735
Phone: 631-414-7055
Website: http://www.kodiaksrestaurant.net
Coupons or Deals: Long Island Big Deals website. Pay $15 for a $30 coupon
Date of Visit: June 2011
Jeffrey and I went in on a Sunday afternoon for some din-din. The ambiance when you walk in is very casual and comfortable. They have two huge bars located inside the establishment, with several flat screen TV's throughout. Jeff and I were sat in a cubicle on the lower portion of the restaurant. Our waitress greeted us right away and remained attentive during the course of our meal.
I order from the "spinach and broccoli" section. It was broccoli, spinach, garlic and grilled chicken all sauteed together. The meal tasted really good but it was basically a really expensive glorified salad. After i ate half, I was kind of wanting something else besides spinach and broccoli on my plate.
Jeff got a huge burger that was served on a pretzel bun. It had plenty of cheese, bacon, lettuce and tomatoes on it as well. Very yummy! The french fries were a bit soggy.
The drink specials are very enticing. They actually have lots of drink specials. This particular night they had Pabst blue ribbon on sale for $4 a can but that was only served at the bar. I got long beach iced tea (similar to the long island iced tea). It was good, not great.
I think the prices are a bit high for an American grill fast food chain (aka Fridays or Chilis).
Genre: American Grill
Hours:
Reservations: Not necessary
Dress Code: Casual
Menu Items: Burgers, Salads, Sandwhiches, Pasta, Apps, Seafood section
Wait time: The staff were prompt. The drinks came quickly. The food came in 15 minutes.
Price: Average per person is $15 - 20 per entree
Environment: Family friendly bar/restaurant
Kid Friendly: Yes
Service: Excellent
Apps: Yes
Dessert: Yes
Specialties: Multiple Beers on Tap
Favorite Menu Item:
Recommended: I would try it at least once
Sunday, June 12, 2011
Aurora Foot Spa
Aurora Foot Spa
3099 North Jerusalem Road
Levittown, NY 11756
Phone: 516-796-1916
Website: n/a
Coupons or Deals: They had an ad in the pennysaver for $20 for a 1 hour foot rub or 1 hour back rub.
Date of Visit: June 11, 2011
Jeffrey got the 1 hour foot rub and I got the 1 hour back rub. My lady was very nice. She led me to the tables for the back rubs which are set at the back of the store. She had just the right amount of pressure and added more pressure when I asked her. My one concern, she rubbed my butt A LOT! But it all felt great.
Jeffrey said his lady was amazing. She started on his back and worked her way to his feet. They soaked his feet in a hot bath and proceeded to kneed out any tension and stress. He was thoroughly impressed.
Since we took advantage of the discount in the paper, we ended up tipping them 10 bucks a piece. It was well worth it.
Hours: Open 7 days a week. 10am - 8:30pm. The last appointment is at 7:30pm.
Reservations: Absolutely call ahead of time.
Dress Code: I always wear comfy clothes to these type of places
Menu Items: Foot Rub, Back Rub, Hot Stone Treatment
Price: $28 for the 1 hour foot rub, $18 for 1/2 hour foot rub, $30 for 1 hour back rub, $20 for 1/2 hour back rub
Environment: The place is nestled in a strip mall in Levittown where there was ample parking. The receptionist was very nice. The massage room is very clean with whimsical music lightly playing in the background. When you remove your shoes and socks, they provide a bucket for you to keep your valuables while you close your eyes and let them work their magic. Remember to whisper once you enter the room. Quiet time.
Service: Everyone was very nice. Feel free to ask your massager to go lighter or harder with the pressure.
Recommended: Heck Yes! We have also tried the place across from Denny's, I like this place much better.
3099 North Jerusalem Road
Levittown, NY 11756
Phone: 516-796-1916
Website: n/a
Coupons or Deals: They had an ad in the pennysaver for $20 for a 1 hour foot rub or 1 hour back rub.
Date of Visit: June 11, 2011
Jeffrey got the 1 hour foot rub and I got the 1 hour back rub. My lady was very nice. She led me to the tables for the back rubs which are set at the back of the store. She had just the right amount of pressure and added more pressure when I asked her. My one concern, she rubbed my butt A LOT! But it all felt great.
Jeffrey said his lady was amazing. She started on his back and worked her way to his feet. They soaked his feet in a hot bath and proceeded to kneed out any tension and stress. He was thoroughly impressed.
Since we took advantage of the discount in the paper, we ended up tipping them 10 bucks a piece. It was well worth it.
Hours: Open 7 days a week. 10am - 8:30pm. The last appointment is at 7:30pm.
Reservations: Absolutely call ahead of time.
Dress Code: I always wear comfy clothes to these type of places
Menu Items: Foot Rub, Back Rub, Hot Stone Treatment
Price: $28 for the 1 hour foot rub, $18 for 1/2 hour foot rub, $30 for 1 hour back rub, $20 for 1/2 hour back rub
Environment: The place is nestled in a strip mall in Levittown where there was ample parking. The receptionist was very nice. The massage room is very clean with whimsical music lightly playing in the background. When you remove your shoes and socks, they provide a bucket for you to keep your valuables while you close your eyes and let them work their magic. Remember to whisper once you enter the room. Quiet time.
Service: Everyone was very nice. Feel free to ask your massager to go lighter or harder with the pressure.
Recommended: Heck Yes! We have also tried the place across from Denny's, I like this place much better.
BayKery Cafe - Breakfast/Lunch spot
BayKery Cafe
124 South Street
Oyster Bay, NY 11771
Phone: 516-922-7002
Website: n/a
Coupons or Deals: None that I can find
Date of Visit: June 12, 2011
Jeffrey ordered the farmers omelette (peppers, onion, broccoli and ham) $7.50. He said the omelette was good but they forgot to put the ham in it. I ordered the Sagamore Panini $8.00. This has turkey, bacon, provolone cheese, lettuce and tomato. Although my sandwich was good, there was not enough turkey on it at all. There were probably two pieces of cold cut on the panini. I do have to say, the lack of turkey was almost completely overlooked because of the abundance of bacon! It was serviced with a side of pasta salad which had small pieces of fresh mozzarella which is always pleasant in my book. The coffee was good ($2 per person) and so was the water with lemon. I kind of liked that when you ordered a drink, you got your own person mini pitcher that came with it.
We were the youngest people in the joint. It kind of felt like the customers were older and kind of snooty.
I went to the restaurant wanting a spinach and feta omelette which they did not offer, so I went into the situation a little jaded. This may be why I wasn't totally thrilled with the place. I could have gone to a Denny's or got a Fig's sandwich and been happier.
Genre: Breakfast
Hours: 7am - 4pm
Reservations: Not necessary
Dress Code: Casual
Menu Items: Eggs, Waffles, Pancakes, Salads, Soups, Smoothies, Wraps, Panini's
Wait time: We sat down as soon as we walked in. The food took about 15 minutes from when we placed our order with the waitress.
Price: $10 per person
Environment: The place is very very tiny and kind of has a NYC feel to it. I could see this place getting packed during breakfast hours on the weekend.
Kid Friendly: Of course they serve kids but it's not the type of place I would bring them for breakfast.
Service: The waitress was very nice and accommodating
Apps: No
Dessert: Yes - They had a display by the counter with mini-cheesecakes and what not. Looked yummy.
Specialties: I don't know
Favorite Menu Item:
Recommended: Only yes if you are planning to hang out in the downtown area of oyster bay. It would be a great place to stop in and get some coffee.
124 South Street
Oyster Bay, NY 11771
Phone: 516-922-7002
Website: n/a
Coupons or Deals: None that I can find
Date of Visit: June 12, 2011
Jeffrey ordered the farmers omelette (peppers, onion, broccoli and ham) $7.50. He said the omelette was good but they forgot to put the ham in it. I ordered the Sagamore Panini $8.00. This has turkey, bacon, provolone cheese, lettuce and tomato. Although my sandwich was good, there was not enough turkey on it at all. There were probably two pieces of cold cut on the panini. I do have to say, the lack of turkey was almost completely overlooked because of the abundance of bacon! It was serviced with a side of pasta salad which had small pieces of fresh mozzarella which is always pleasant in my book. The coffee was good ($2 per person) and so was the water with lemon. I kind of liked that when you ordered a drink, you got your own person mini pitcher that came with it.
We were the youngest people in the joint. It kind of felt like the customers were older and kind of snooty.
I went to the restaurant wanting a spinach and feta omelette which they did not offer, so I went into the situation a little jaded. This may be why I wasn't totally thrilled with the place. I could have gone to a Denny's or got a Fig's sandwich and been happier.
Genre: Breakfast
Hours: 7am - 4pm
Reservations: Not necessary
Dress Code: Casual
Menu Items: Eggs, Waffles, Pancakes, Salads, Soups, Smoothies, Wraps, Panini's
Wait time: We sat down as soon as we walked in. The food took about 15 minutes from when we placed our order with the waitress.
Price: $10 per person
Environment: The place is very very tiny and kind of has a NYC feel to it. I could see this place getting packed during breakfast hours on the weekend.
Kid Friendly: Of course they serve kids but it's not the type of place I would bring them for breakfast.
Service: The waitress was very nice and accommodating
Apps: No
Dessert: Yes - They had a display by the counter with mini-cheesecakes and what not. Looked yummy.
Specialties: I don't know
Favorite Menu Item:
Recommended: Only yes if you are planning to hang out in the downtown area of oyster bay. It would be a great place to stop in and get some coffee.
Bellagio Restuarant - Italian
Bellagio
211 Airport Plaza
Farmingdale, NY 11735
It is in the home depot and Farmingdale movie theater area.
Phone: 631-777-8282
Website: http://www.bellagiopizzany.com/home.asp
Coupons or Deals: None that I can find
Date of Visit: June 12, 2011
Jeffrey and I ordered a 1/2 white, 1/2 plain pizza. The pizza cost $15.82. The white pizza had too much ricotta cheese and not enough mozzarella. The red sauce on the plain side was awesome! I wish the pizza was cooked a bit more but it was still very good. The pizza was done in exactly 12 minutes from when we placed the order at the counter. There were a bunch of families eating in the dinning area which you can seat yourself at while waiting for your pizza or entree to be done. This is the 4th pizza place we have tried in the Farmingdale area. Although I was not disappointed in the pizza, I think we are going to continue to search for the ultimate pizza. Suggestions welcome :)
Genre: Italian
Hours:
Reservations: Not necessary
Dress Code: Casual
Menu Items: Pizza, Calzones, Hot Entrees, Pasta
Wait time: 12 minutes for a pizza to be made from scratch.
Price: $15 per pie
Environment: Walk in pizzeria. Order at the counter and grab a table in the dinning area.
Kid Friendly: Yes
Service: The counter staff greeted me right away and helped me decide on what to order.
Apps: Yes
Dessert: Yes
Specialties: Gluten Free Pizza
Favorite Menu Item:
Recommended: Yes
211 Airport Plaza
Farmingdale, NY 11735
It is in the home depot and Farmingdale movie theater area.
Phone: 631-777-8282
Website: http://www.bellagiopizzany.com/home.asp
Coupons or Deals: None that I can find
Date of Visit: June 12, 2011
Jeffrey and I ordered a 1/2 white, 1/2 plain pizza. The pizza cost $15.82. The white pizza had too much ricotta cheese and not enough mozzarella. The red sauce on the plain side was awesome! I wish the pizza was cooked a bit more but it was still very good. The pizza was done in exactly 12 minutes from when we placed the order at the counter. There were a bunch of families eating in the dinning area which you can seat yourself at while waiting for your pizza or entree to be done. This is the 4th pizza place we have tried in the Farmingdale area. Although I was not disappointed in the pizza, I think we are going to continue to search for the ultimate pizza. Suggestions welcome :)
Genre: Italian
Hours:
Reservations: Not necessary
Dress Code: Casual
Menu Items: Pizza, Calzones, Hot Entrees, Pasta
Wait time: 12 minutes for a pizza to be made from scratch.
Price: $15 per pie
Environment: Walk in pizzeria. Order at the counter and grab a table in the dinning area.
Kid Friendly: Yes
Service: The counter staff greeted me right away and helped me decide on what to order.
Apps: Yes
Dessert: Yes
Specialties: Gluten Free Pizza
Favorite Menu Item:
Recommended: Yes
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