Back and better than ever is the triannual and award-winning Long Island Restaurant Week. A perfect winter activity, Long Island Restaurant Week has over 150 restaurants with prix fixe menus to choose from. This program has been around since 2006 as a way to create publicity and additional business for restaurants in the area. With a spring, fall, and winter promotion, this is an event you don’t want to miss.
Long Island Restaurant Week begins January 26th and will run through February 2nd. It is always a busy week for restaurant owners, with over 70% of diners expecting to dine out during the event this year. Also coming back this year is the Gift Card Giveaway. Diners have the chance to win three gift cards to redeem at a participating restaurant of their choice. While there are many restaurants to choose from, here are a few to highlight this upcoming winter.
Brasserie by Chef Aless
Located in Massapequa, Brasserie by Chef Aless is a French establishment offering a $46 prix fixe menu during Restaurant Week this winter. Owned by Justin and Aless, this restaurant offers classic French meals and an extensive list of wine and cocktails. The prix fixe menu includes dishes such as escargot maison or the rosemary marinated hanger steak. Finish off with desserts such as chocolate mousse or lemon meringue.
Centro 336
If you are out in the Hampton Bays area, Centro 336 is a great spot to hit during Long Island Restaurant Week. This restaurant is a farm to fork Italian establishment that focuses on family recipes and locally sourced ingredients. For the event, they are holding a $46 prix fixe menu that includes a mix of their menu favorites. Guests can enjoy items such as Nonna’s meatballs or the chicken parmigiana, along with a handful of Italian desserts to choose from.
Sandbar
Located in Cold Spring Harbor is Sandbar, a seafood restaurant that features a vast American menu from both land and sea. For Long Island Restaurant Week, they are offering a $24/$46 prix fixe menu featuring some of their menu classics. Some menu favorites include the jumbo lump crab cakes and the Sandbar cheeseburger. Sandbar is a great restaurant that boasts a coastal ambiance with quality ingredients.
The James
The James in Babylon offers a unique dining experience in the historic Babylon Carriage House. The restaurant is offering a $46 prix fixe menu for Long Island Restaurant Week this year. With a large selection of menu items to choose from, The James is sure to have something for every palate. Along with their extensive list of wine and cocktails, The James is a Long Island gem.
Revel Restaurant & Bar
Revel Restaurant & Bar is a popular spot in Garden City that is known for their ample menu. For Restaurant Week, Revel will be offering a $46 prix fixe menu. Some notable menu items include their roasted stuffed French onion chicken and the truffle lobster mac and cheese. With their elaborate décor and large-scale menu, this is the spot to check out this Long Island Restaurant Week.
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