Where to eat American food in Hempstead: The Best Restaurants and Bars

January 28, 2020 Mikaela Didonna

Reviews on American food in Hempstead, New York, United States. Hempstead is one of the three towns in Nassau County, New York, United States, occupying the southwestern part of the county, in the western half of Long Island. Twenty-two incorporated villages are completely or partially within the town. Hempstead's combined population was 759,757 at the 2010 Census, the majority of the population of the county and by far the most of any town in New York. Also, a village named Hempstead is within the Town.
Things to do in Hempstead

10. Biscuits & Barbeque

106 E 2nd St, Mineola, NY 11501-3505 American, Barbecue, Diner Lunch, Dinner Takeout, Seating, Parking Available, Television, Table Service, BYOB +1 516-493-9797 http://biscuitsandbarbecue.com
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4 based on 110 reviews

Biscuits & Barbeque

Reviewed By M5641VDsteveng

Food is fair place. I have been to New Orleans many times and the food here does not compare in quality or selection.The place does have the old diner charm

9. Bigelow's New England Fried

79 N Long Beach Rd, Rockville Centre, NY 11570-5031 American, Seafood, Soups Lunch, Dinner Takeout, Parking Available +1 516-678-3878 http://www.bigelows-rvc.com/
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4 based on 238 reviews

Bigelow's New England Fried

Reviewed By Gil Z

I'm out in New York for work and the first region I was at is the Long Island Area. The hotel clerk recommended a restaurant and I was going to go there but there was a dress code. Shorts was not one of those on the list for acceptable. Got on my iPhone and started to search and saw Bigelow's New England Fried Clams was not far away. Drove up and walked right in, the staff was very friendly and the atmosphere was just cool.The service was top notch, someone was always making sure us customers were being attended too and cups were always filled with whatever drink it was. The regulars were fun to listen to and the owner and son were there and they were chatting it up. It was a great experience and real nice to see that there are business out there that still take care of their customers.I ordered the Clams and fries and was so glad I did. Great fresh taste, a lot of clam strips by the way. Just overall good food, everything that I saw coming out looked really really good. By the way, being in New York I was torn to order Manhattan or New England style clam chowder, I went with the New England, WOW, it was screaming. Tasty and just damn good. If I come back out here again, would love for my famliy to come to this national landmark!!! Place has been there for over 80 years. Wishing them another 80. Thanks for a great experience and for the fantastic food!!

8. Red Salt Room by David Burke

45 7th St, Garden City, NY 11530-2807 American, Contemporary Dinner, Brunch Reservations, Private Dining, Seating, Parking Available, Validated Parking, Valet Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Table Service [email protected] +1 516-877-9385 http://www.gardencityhotel.com/red-salt-room
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4 based on 172 reviews

Red Salt Room by David Burke

Red Salt Room by David Burke creates a sublimely relaxed elegance for Chef Burke’s first foray of his pioneering New American cuisine on Long Island. The venue features rich herringbone wood flooring, whimsical Himalayan Sea Salt accents and fashionable m

Reviewed By prosperity16

My sixth year anniversary was a day to remember. The atmosphere in this restaurant was amazing. Quiet, cozy, and clean. Everyone ftom the host to the gentleman that removed and replaced the dishes on tables were extremely nice. We started with the famous bacon on the clothes pins. All I can say is it's worth the trip just for the bacon if you wanted to go. The portions were on point, the potatoes with lobster was just that a potatoe with lobster take. My lamb chops were tender and filing cooked just right. They were served with a gravy not the norm. Usually you get mint jelly and that's it. My husband's steak was tender and aged to perfection. Overall I enjoyed the day, the restaurant, and the service. Oh! They have a lounge off of the dinner area. You cannot heart anything coming from that side. Beautiful place loved it!Thank you for your amazing feedback about your sixth anniversary dining experience in Red Salt Room by David Burke. Chef Burke sets the bar very high in both culinary and service standards, and I'm delighted both exceeded expectations throughout your dinner. Clothesline Bacon is a Burkean culinary superstar enjoyed by all and many guests echo your feeling that it alone is worth making the trip to RSR - it is THAT good! I am pleased we contributed toward making a special day even more memorable for you and we hope to have the pleasure of hosting year seven for you.

7. Ruth's Chris Steak House

600 Old Country Road Rm 1NE, Garden City, NY 11530-2045 American, Steakhouse Dinner, Drinks Reservations, Private Dining, Seating, Parking Available, Valet Parking, Television, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Table Service, Highchairs Available, Accepts Credit Cards [email protected] +1 516-222-0220 https://www.ruthschris.com/restaurant-locations/garden-city-long-island/?utm_source=yext&utm_medium=location_manager_listing
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4 based on 212 reviews

Ruth's Chris Steak House

Ruth's Chris Steak House specializes in serving aged USDA Prime steaks, broiled in a trademark 1800-degree oven and served on a plate heated to 500 degrees to ensure the steak stays "sizzling" hot. To experience fine dining at its best … Just follow the s

Reviewed By grkdeamon126

Theres always a great experience to have a Ruth Chris steakhouse. The porterhouse for 2 is always our choice here. They always cook it to perfection. They have great Mac and cheese, Brussels sprouts and cream of spinach. I don’t really come here for dessert, but I do always have the coffee. The coffee here is amazing. If I can go there only for the coffee I would.

6. Grand Lux Cafe

630 Old Country Rd # 1000, Garden City, NY 11530-3467 American, Bar Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Takeout +1 516-741-0096 http://locations.grandluxcafe.com/ny/garden-city/7/
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4 based on 284 reviews

Grand Lux Cafe

A world of food awaits at Grand Lux Cafe featuring internationally inspired cuisine.Located in the Roosevelt Field Mall next to Loews Theatre and the parking garage.

Reviewed By 644AndreaC

Loved the French toast much and desserts. My hubby ordered sweet potato fries and my gf ordered waffles , but it was already cold. So immediately spoke to the Manager and immediately he took action and replaced it. Appreciate that he himself served it to us. This is why I’m only giving it a 4 star.We're sorry to hear that your visit was not off to the best start, Andrea! We will be sure to follow up on this with our team and we're glad you enjoyed the rest of your experience! Thank you for your feedback and we look forward to your next visit!

5. West End Cafe

187 Glen Cove Rd in the Clocktower Shopping Center, Carle Place, NY 11514-1236 American Lunch, Dinner Reservations, Seating, Parking Available, Television, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Table Service +1 516-294-5608 http://www.westendli.com
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4 based on 213 reviews

West End Cafe

I'm surprised you haven't already got this wonderful place listed

Reviewed By davisrich

We planned this dinner to celebrate our youngest daughter’s college graduation. We were a little apprehensive following the GPS to back end of a partially vacant strip mall parking lot only to find a packed parking lot in front of the restaurant, even at nearly 9pm. We were seated immediately and asked for our drink orders. Server was very accommodating letting me taste wines before ordering. Food, especially the steak was superb. Service was excellent though a bit slow at the end which may be due to the fact it was so late. This is a must visit place for both couples, families and friends night out.

4. Seasons 52

630 Old Country Rd, Garden City, NY 11530-3483 American Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night Takeout, Reservations, Private Dining, Seating, Parking Available, Validated Parking, Valet Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Highchairs Available, Live Music +1 516-248-5252 http://www.seasons52.com/locations/ny/garden-city/garden-city/4521
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4 based on 417 reviews

Seasons 52

Seasons 52 is a casually sophisticated fresh grill and wine bar that invites you to discover the sensational flavors of our seasonally inspired menu. At Seasons 52, you’ll enjoy a warm, welcoming ambiance with rich mahogany accents, custom built wine cell

Reviewed By Adrian W

We had Lunch there. The Service from Taylor P was awesome. Such an amazing waitress with great hospitality Skills. Loved her personality and attention to detail. Made us feel welcome. Her knowledge of the menu was outstanding and her recommendations were on point. The overall experience was excellent and this restaurant continues to hit the mark in all aspects. We shall Be back and thanks Taylor.

3. Thomas's Ham & Eggery Diner

325 Old Country Rd, Carle Place, NY 11514-2035 American, Diner Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch Takeout, Seating, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Table Service 516-333-3060 http://www.facebook.com/Thomass-Ham-N-Eggery-Diner-192087337505353
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4 based on 220 reviews

Thomas's Ham & Eggery Diner

Reviewed By Eva S

The best skillet omelets I've eaten. The boss n staff are awesome. Always busy there. My favorite is the chicken and leek frittata with little bit of hot sauce OMG. Mmmmmm mmmmmm good. Definitely recommend this place to anyone who likes eating breakfast anytime of the day. P.S. they have other great stuff on their menu but I go there just for the breakfast items. So if you're in Carl Place and you're hungry go visit them. They won't disappoint you .I use to eat breakfast at diners and then I tried this place. Never went to a diner to eat breakfast again.

2. The Capital Grille

630 Old Country Rd, Garden City, NY 11530-3467 American, Steakhouse Lunch, Dinner, Late Night Reservations, Private Dining, Seating, Parking Available, Validated Parking, Valet Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Table Service +1 516-746-1675 http://www.thecapitalgrille.com/locations/ny/garden-city/garden-city/8049
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4 based on 270 reviews

The Capital Grille

Reviewed By k g

My most recent visit to Capital Grille was disappointingly subpar. Having dined here and the Rockefeller location on a few occasions I expected a wonderful dining experience, unfortunately we had the complete opposite experience. I made a reservation for my friends birthday. Capital Grille is normally one of her favorite restaurants, so we figured a shopping trip and dinner would be the perfect way to celebrate. I made a reservation for 7pm, which was confirmed. We arrived promptly and were escorted to a table, we passed a booth (no reserved sign on it) so we asked the hostess if we could sit there. She said she would check and that we could sit there while we waited. She came back and said we didn’t reserve a booth so we couldn’t have that table??? Hmm, i advises her I had actually asked for a booth when they called to confirm. The hostess replied “okay sit here” and walked away. The waiter brought us our menus. We were discussing the drink menu when all of a sudden the male host comes over in a huff saying that we didn’t reserve a booth and if we want a booth we have wait in the lobby until one is available! I was shocked by his rudeness and the forcefulness of his statement. I immediately got up and went to the hostess station and asked to speak with the manager. The manager did apologize and we remained at the table, but honestly the entire situation was disappointing. Our waiter Sheik, was wonderful and the food & drinks were good, but after my experience, and with the way we were treated I doubt i will return. With so many other good steak houses on Long Island I will stick with Del Frisco, Teller’s or Peter Lugers where they value their guests and treat them with respect. If you choose to dine here, please know you must request a booth if you want one, and that you run the risk of being treated rudely. It is incredibly disappointing to hear your friend's birthday experience was overshadowed like that, k g. This was a special evening and we would have wanted everything to be perfect - much like the experiences you mentioned having with us and in Rockefeller in the past. I am thankful we had the opportunity to address things that evening, but wanted to extend this invitation to connect as well. We value you as our guest and hope to do everything we can to restore your confidence. Here is my email address if I can be of any assistance - [email protected] the best.

Top 10 Things to do in Hempstead, United States

1. The Lantern Diner

564 Hempstead Turnpike, West Hempstead, NY 11552-1126 American, Diner Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Breakfast, Late Night, Drinks Takeout, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Reservations, Table Service [email protected] +1 516-292-1900 http://thelanterndiner.com/
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3 based on 32 reviews

The Lantern Diner

The Lantern Diner is a family-oriented restaurant serving amazing comfort food the right way. Since opening its Doors once again in 2014 under new management, The Lantern Diner has become once again the Landmark of Hempstead, thanks to our beloved communi

Reviewed By 845sherrys

I love burgers but this one looked very nice and was perfect medium rare...but totally dry and difficult to swallow. The rolls on our burgers were huge, but sweet (not s great accompaniment to meat). And they considered charging for fresh onion. Huh? My husband’s turkey burger deluxe needed a reminder to bring the included onion rings. I must say the fries were fabulous... burning hot, freshly made.

Top 10 restaurants in Hempstead, United States

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