{Double Chocolate Mousse – George Martin’s Strip Steak}
The time has come to say farewell to Long Island Restaurant Week. But I have good news for all of you foodies out there. I’m recapping my favorite dishes, the best desserts, and the new restaurants that have earned a coveted spot on my ‘Best Places to Eat on Long Island’ list. So let’s dive in, shall we?
I tried four restaurants during Restaurant Week, which ran from Sunday, November 1st to Sunday, November 8th.
The Irish Coffee Pub – East Islip, NY
Parlor House Grill – Sayville, NY
George Martin’s Strip Steak – Great River, NY
Ruvo Restaurant & Bar – Port Jefferson, NY
I had eaten at Irish Coffee Pub and Strip Steak before, but it was nice to revisit them. I always try to have new restaurants on my list during Restaurant Week, and this time was no exception.
Best Menu
When the list of participating establishments is announced, I enjoy perusing the menus. A divine dessert is a selling point for me, so I tend to start there and make my way to the appetizers.
In terms of the menu, Ruvo was a knockout from the beginning. They offered seven options for appetizers, twelve entrées, and six desserts. This was one of the most generous Restaurant Week menus I came across and it left me eager to try the restaurant.
{Best Appetizer – George Martin’s Strip Steak}
Best Appetizer
Strip Steak earned this honor hands-down. I ordered the pop shrimp, which were battered and fried bite-sized shrimp tossed in a Thai chili aioli. The unique flavor combination of sweet and spicy coupled with the juicy shrimp was simply delicious. This appetizer had just the right amount of spicy kick to it and the portion size was satisfying.
The second place winner was the Parlor House Grill, where I had a cup of the seafood bisque.
{Best Entrées – Ruvo}
Best Entrées
Ruvo takes this spot, too. One item on the menu immediately caught my attention; the pumpkin ravioli in a brown butter sauce with toasted walnuts. My pumpkin obsession is still going strong, and this flavorful mix sounded too good to pass up — and it did not disappoint. The ravioli were sweet and paired well with the brown butter sauce. If you love pumpkin as much as I do, then this is your dish.
{Second Place – George Martin’s Strip Steak}
The second place winner for this category was Strip Steak. I ordered the shrimp and lobster pappardelle and was greeted by three jumbo sautéed shrimp and lobster in a roasted tomato-thyme cream.
The third place winner was the Irish Coffee Pub. I ordered the certified angus beef flat iron steak in a tequila-lime marinade. This juicy steak was cooked perfectly and came with a baked potato side.
{Best Dessert – Ruvo}
Best Dessert
By now, you may be tired of Ruvo claiming all of the honors, but the warm chocolate peanut butter cake was out of this world. You know when I pass up a cannoli the other alternative better be good! The peanut butter was perfectly melted into the chocolate (think Reese’s), which made for a decadent delight. It definitely earned a spot on my ‘Ten Best Desserts’ list, too.
{Second Place – Irish Coffee Pub}
The second place winner was the brownie sundae from the Irish Coffee Pub. This classic dessert is a crowd-pleaser and a favorite of mine.
I’m always sad when Restaurant Week comes to an end. It’s a great way to get out and try new restaurants and dishes. All of the restaurants did a terrific job of putting together a three-course meal with lots of options for the event, and I even walked away with some new ideas for dishes I would like to make at home (hello, pumpkin ravioli!).
Restaurant week sounds so fun. Thanks for letting us know what your favorites were. If I’m ever in Long Island, I will have to give these places a try. Have a wonderful day!
Kathy
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Thanks, Kathy! I hope you get to visit Long Island soon and try some of these places. You won’t be disappointed!
All this food looks AMAZING! Yum! Thanks so much for sharing!
~Samantha
http://goldcoastgirlblog.com
Thanks, Samantha! I’m glad you enjoyed the post.
This post is making my hungry! Everything looks delicious!!
Taffeta & Tulips
Thanks, Kate! Everything was amazing, but now I have to go back to making dinner. Why can’t Restaurant Week run forever?!
Way to get me hungry at 10am 🙂
looks like you had a great time!!
xo
Sorry, Christina! You may need to stop at Starbucks sooner than you originally planned today.
There’s just SO MUCH YUM in this post… I just can’t even!!
♥
Amber
All the Cute
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Thanks, Amber! Everything was delicious. It was hard to narrow down my favorites.
Wow, everything looks incredibly delicious! I know you must have really enjoyed every moment of Restaurant Week! It’s always a great time because as you’ve mentioned, it’s a time that we can have the opportunity to try out restaurants that are typically pricey for a reasonable price, without compromising taste.
Thanks so much for sharing and I hope you have an amazing day, beautiful!
XO,
Jalisa
http://www.thestylecontour.com
I loved every minute of it, Jalisa! I’ll really miss it tonight when I have to go back to cooking. Hope you had a great weekend!
You just made me so hungry! I’ll take ravioli and dessert for lunch please. 😉
Amy Ann
Straight A Style
Sorry, Amy! That ravioli was delicious — I’m actually still drooling over it two days later.
OMG this post just made me SO HUNGRY. I adore Restaurant Week and I try to go every year (Lure Fishbar in Soho is a fave). My coworker lives in Long Island and it’s so close with the LIRR that these restaurants are totally doable. Thank you for sharing!!
coffeeslag
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You should try to make it out here for Restaurant Week in the Spring. I’ll have to check that place you recommended out next time I’m in NYC!
That’s my favorite part about eating out–getting new ideas or inspiration for recipes to make at home! I LOVE pumpkin ravioli, and now I’m craving it
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Thanks, Shveta! This dish definitely satisfied my pumpkin obsession.
look amazing!! pumpkin flavor Rav sounds devine!
Sabrina | http://www.gypsytan.co
Thanks, Sabrina! The pumpkin ravioli was clearly my fave.
oh my yum!!!
XO JNESS
jenessasheffield
Everything was delicious, Jenessa!
I hope to be on Long Island next time there is Restaurant Week and go to Rubo. I’ve never seen so many options for entrees at a restaurant during this fabulous week. The food looks delicious! Have a great day!
Danielle
http://www.spring2spring.com
That’s a good plan, Danielle! They offer Restaurant Week in the Fall and Spring, and Ruvo is a great place to dine.
Everything looks so amazing and delicious! Thanks for sharing this event. I need to go and get a dessert now. 🙂
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Thanks, Kathrine!
All we can say is: YUMMMMMMM!
♥ Heather and Melissa
Thanks! I’m glad you enjoyed the post and thanks for visiting Living in Steil.
These all look amazing, especially those great desserts! I wanna have one of everything 🙂 Lovely post!
xo Kiki
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Thanks, Kiki! These desserts were amazing!
This all looks so mouth watering good!
Wishes & Reality
Thanks, Heidi! I’m glad you enjoyed the post.
YUM! this post is making me hungry.
http://www.racheldinh.com
Thanks, Rachel!
Everything looks yummy! Your post made me so hungry!
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BlogLovin
Thanks, Tanya!
OMG those desserts look amazing!
– Liz Lizo
http://www.LizLizo.com
Thanks, Liz! The desserts were definitely my favorite part of Restaurant Week!
This dessert looks so yummy.
Nina
http://www.ninasstyleblog.com
Thanks, Nina!
So tasty!
God bless,
XO, Claire
http://www.littlemissfashionqueen.com
Thanks, Claire!
The food looks great!
Thanks!
Yummmm, all this food looks so delicious! You’re making me so hungry lol
Mili
Thanks, Mili. I’m glad you enjoyed the post.
So many yummy looking dishes!!!
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http://ourruins.com
Thanks, Valerie! Everything was amazing.