Williston Park | Homura Sushi
Homura Sushi
636 Willis Avenue
Williston Park, NY 11596
516-877-8128
www.homurasushi.com
Homura Sushi, a charming restaurant that serves “neo-Japanese cuisine,” manages to blend in well enough with its surroundings on the busy thoroughfare of Willis Avenue. But once you enter, you’ll realize a great deal of attention has been paid to make Homura an inviting sushi establishment — bamboo wall coverings, a pebble waterfall feature, and Homura’s authentic sushi bar.
Homura serves a large variety of quality sushi, which can be previewed online, at standard market prices. I ordered Steamed Shrimp Gyoza as an appetizer, and two rolls — a Spider Roll and Spicy Tuna Roll — as my main course. My total came to $18. The food was served promptly, with all the necessary sauces and condiments, and chopsticks were already on the table.
I would definitely revisit Homura Sushi, as I found the food, service and aesthetics met my expectations for a moderately priced sushi restaurant. One potential downside I noticed, although it did not apply to my meal, was that the restaurant has a credit card minimum of $15. So keep that in mind if you plan to pay for a small order with plastic.
Rein in Garden City
Rein
45 7th Street
Garden City, NY 11530
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Although visiting on Valentine’s weekend, we’re pretty sure that the normal dinner service at Rein is just as magical on any given night. I don’t want to place an emphasis on the specific specialized menu that we had ordered from since it was a one off and not representative of their usual offerings, but the one thing that I want you to take from this review is the attention to detail, perfect atmosphere and world class cuisine that Rein offers. Read more
Great Neck | Simply Fondue for Valentine’s Day
Simply Fondue
24 Great Neck Road
Great Neck, NY 11021
516-466-4900
simplyfonduelongisland.com
“Reservations with Rob” and Eating Long Island’s FiOS 1 Segment on Thyme Restaurant & Cafe Bar in Roslyn
Thyme Restaurant & Cafe Bar in Roslyn
Thyme Restaurant & Cafe Bar
8 Tower Place
Roslyn, NY 11576
516-625-2566
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We wrote about Thyme last summer for their magnificent brunch (now at $18). Because of the love that we gave to the restaurant, we sheparded Rob Petrone, who we do Reservations with Rob with, back to get them some on camera exposure.
While other restaurants are increasingly being owned by big chains and corporations, Thyme is small scale ownership with big time flavor and cuisine. Perhaps the success of the restaurant is due to the micro management of the single ownership as it has been crafted and perfected over years of tinkering and fine tuning. Perfectly situated on Roslyn Pond (perhaps not so much of a winter treat as a summer treat when you can sit outside on the rear patio area of the restaurant), Thmye is located in Historic Roslyn with its landmarked building, clock tower in view and hundred year+ buildings all around.
Of the 8 dishes that we have tried at Thyme we have not been let down. We’ve tried everything from crab cake sandwiches at brunch to their lamb chops and lobster (*formal menu item names to follow). Leave room for dessert as all desserts are expertly crafted on premises. We’ll have a more in depth review coming soon on Thyme, but for now, head on over to their profile review on East of NYC (our sister site) to get the full brunch experience.
D’Coccos’s in Oceanside: A Makeover Made in Heaven
D’Cocco’s
3573 Long Beach Rd.
Oceanside, NY 11572
516-766-3938
I know D’Cocco’s in Oceanside pretty well. My wife grew up just a few minutes away and now we have the pleasure of taking our toddler there as well. We’ve really come full circle. Since I’ve been there so often I was shocked that they had suddenly done a complete overhaul on the restaurant; completely transforming this interior from your typical neighborhood joint to a slightly nicer neighborhood joint.
There’s high tables and chairs, booths and the all important waitress service that’s offered. Dark woods, pendant lighting and nice interior touches round out the atmosphere. The pizza tastes the same; great variety and easy on the wallet.
“Reservations with Rob” and Eating Long Island’s Segment on Tellers in Islip
Tellers Chophouse in Islip
Tellers Chophouse
605 Main Street
Islip, NY 11751
631-277-7070
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If there’s ever a restaurant that excels in both cuisine and decor, Tellers Chophouse is that restaurant. A storied past and a new lease on life highlights this awesome structure and beautiful restaurant. The food is impeccable and is among the best that I have experienced in my travels across this great island. Read more
Chef of the Week: Joe Fuscaldo of Table 9 in East Hills
Table 9
290 Glen Cove Rd.
East Hills, NY 11577
516-625-9099
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Among my favorite aspects of this job is the fact that I can walk into any restaurant or bar and get to know the men and women behind the fantastic creations that we all eat every night. This week is no different as we’re taking the fire to Joe Fuscaldo of Table 9 in East Hills. To meet the man behind the apron, keep on reading. Read more
