Tasting Room Kitchen + Cocktails (American/Brunch - Farmingdale, New York)
If you're looking for the next-best restaurant for weekend brunch or a night out for dinner on Long Island, check out Tasting Room Kitchen + Cocktails in Farmingdale. This place is super trendy and aesthetic, with awesome vibes and a phenomenal menu with tons of really tasty food and drinks.
When I came down here I went for brunch (it's Saturday and Sunday 12-3). To kick off my meal I had the 'Strawberry Basil Aperol Spritz' which is one of the more signature and popular cocktails on the menu. It's strawberry, club soda, basil, Aperol and prosecco and it was absolutely refreshing. The flavours were all very light and sweet and just came together really well. Would definitely have another one in future no doubt!
I also tried the 'Shirley Ginger Mocktail,' made with ginger beer, lime juice, and grenadine. It tasted like a Shirley Temple with a ginger twist, and I really liked it. If you're looking for a mocktail, this is a great choice.
Now, let’s talk about the food. I ordered the 'Chicken + Waffles' and the 'French Toast Tots.' While 'Chicken + Waffles' might sound straightforward, this version arrived with a twist: hot honey and scrambled eggs on the side. The hot honey soaked into the crispy chicken, adding a subtle kick that was more intriguing than spicy. It wasn’t just sweet, but had something extra that made each bite interesting. The waffles themselves were a highlight—so airy and soft, I think they might be the fluffiest I’ve ever tasted.
The 'French Toast Tots' were small pieces of French toast with cinnamon and sugar, candied walnuts, maple syrup, and maple brown sugar butter, served with scrambled eggs. I thought this was a really creative and tasty menu idea. The candied walnuts and maple brown sugar butter were both delicious and added a nice touch. The French toast itself was fluffy inside. My only suggestion is that I wish not every brunch item included eggs in the same way, since I’m not a big fan of eggs, and it might limit choices for others who feel the same. Still, I think there are ways to work around this, and it doesn’t take away from how delicious and visually appealing all the food and drinks are!
Besides brunch, Happy Hour is available Monday through Friday from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., and dinner is available every day until closing. They do not offer takeout or delivery. However, catering is available and is a great option for parties and events. eGift cards are available for purchase and use here. You can also place reservations either through Yelp or by calling. If you need a new, fun restaurant to check out on Long Island, add the Tasting Room because you won’t regret it!
Rate: 9/10
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