Best Restaurants for Special Occasions in Oakdale

27 restaurants available nearby

1. View

4.4

Awesome(1915)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Oakdale

Booked 10 times today

This seaside spot offers the finest fare alongside stunning waterfront views. Our Executive Chef innovates with old favorites, serving up specialties from both land and sea. Dive into this destination and turn an outing from ordinary to extraordinary. - We are open 7 days a week, please contact the restaurant for lunch & dinner hours. - We except reservations for INDOOR dining ONLY.- OUTDOOR dining is on a first come-first serve only, based on availability upon arrival. - Please let us know if you need to cancel or change your plans. - Parties of 8 or more require a $100 deposit. - Maximum of 10 guests per table. - Please confirm your reservations 24 hours in advance.

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2. Tellers: An American Chophouse

4.8

Exceptional(5647)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • Islip

Booked 71 times today

Tellers is not just a Chophouse, it’s an institution. Born in 1999 out of an old bank, Tellers’ 25-foot-high ceilings and windows visually delight guests from the moment they enter our Main Dining Room, with the original Mosler Vault serving at the heart of our restaurant. Our exceptional culinary team constructs progressive takes on the classics, while allowing the traditional Chophouse fare to take center stage, with USDA PRIME, 35-day dry-aged beef as our cornerstone. The Gold Bar pays homage to the unforgettable bars of years past, offering a world class beverage program.Tellers Chophouse also offers private events here and at Tellers Next Door, a dedicated private space. Tellers Next Door also hosts holiday events throughout the year. Please visit us online to learn more and join us.Sophisticated elegance, experienced and seamless service, and renowned cuisine. Tellers – An American Chophouse.Reservations are recommended but walk-ins are always welcome.

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3. Butera's Restaurant of Sayville

4.5

Awesome(1437)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Sayville

Booked 10 times today

Butera's Restaurant of Sayville is a full service, fine dining "Family-Style" Italian restaurant serving seafood, steaks, veal, chicken and pastas dishes. "Family-style" dining affords groups the opportunity to sample many dishes at one time. We also serve individual portions upon request. We have a full bar and extensive wine list as well as an assortment of homemade desserts. There is sidewalk seating in beautiful downtown Sayville when the weather permits. Our lounge dining room provides private dining for groups of 25 - 40. We also cater larger parties in our other two dining rooms. Off-premise catering is a specialty of Butera's. Please join us for lunch. We have Italian dishes, focaccia sandwiches, burgers and wraps with an Italian slant. as well as wonderful composed salads. Lunch is done individually.

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4. Sunflower Café & Bakery

4.9

Exceptional(106)

Price: Expensive

• French • Bayport

Booked 7 times today

Sunday supper all day from 12PM-7PM & Brunch 12PM-3PM!Join for a BASTILLE DAY CELEBRATION YOU CAN TASTE Friday - Sunday, July 12-14th!Parties of 5 or more should CALL (631) 472-9090 to make a reservation with us! Chef Stacé of Sunflower Café is keeping the tastes of France in Bayport, serving authentic French Cuisine with fragrant and farm fresh ingredients. Enjoy an absolutely delicious selection of French classics like Moules Frites, Clams Casino, French Onion Soup, and our signature homemade Quiches. On Sunday you can look forward to an early dinner of Escargot, Oysters Rockefeller, Frog Legs, Rack of Lamb, succulent Roasted Duck L'Orange, or a juicy Steak Au Poivre. Our beautiful patio is breezy and charming, with a warm glow in the evening. Tables are where life happens; we look forward to welcoming you to ours!

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5. Insignia Prime Steak & Sushi

4.7

Exceptional(6836)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Smithtown

Booked 90 times today

Insignia Prime Steak & Sushi is a top-notch restaurant that's often referred to as a 'special occasion place'. It's hailed for its refined atmosphere, excellent service, and quality food. The menu, featuring prime dry-aged steaks and fresh sushi, is highly appreciated by the customers. The restaurant is also known for its table-side preparation, adding an element of drama to the dining experience. Reviews highlight it as a 'beautiful, elegant venue' with 'next-level delicious' food, making it perfect for celebrations like birthdays and anniversaries.

6. The James

4.5

Awesome(339)

Price: Very Expensive

• Continental • Babylon

Booked 103 times today

Welcome to The James, an elegant restaurant that boasts two spacious floors, a large bar, and impeccable service.At The James, we have built a menu that you can proudly look upon as your favorite local restaurant, with a design and ambiance that will impress for all special occasions. Our chefs prepare locally sourced seafood, fresh pastas, and USDA Prime-grade steaks from the finest and freshest ingredients. Tantalize your tastebuds with intriguing and fun new dishes.

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7. Primi Italian Steakhouse

4.8

Exceptional(1442)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • West Islip

Booked 53 times today

Primi Italian Steakhouse, located on the South Shore of Long Island, has authentic Italian fare coupled with dry-aged prime steaks. Primi has been one of the leading restaurants to not only dine, but host an intimate and most delicious event! You may dine upstairs in our private room featuring a fireplace and long tables for an intimate affair; in our main dining room under the chandeliers with a speakeasy vibe and retro art design; or in front of our brick fireplace in the Lounge for a more relaxed feel and stimulating atmosphere, and lastly our outdoor Patio. Our 18 seated Gally Bar is filled with the finest liquors, 2 flat screen t.v.'s, and our Wine Cases showcase and house some of the best wines in the World, along with all your favorites! Guest favorites are our specialty...dry-aged steaks and classic Italian dishes!

8. The Lakehouse

4.7

Exceptional(3172)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Bay Shore

Booked 24 times today

Since 2006, The LakeHouse restaurant has been the jewel of Bay Shore, NY. In the summer of 2016, owners Eileen & Matthew Connors and Jay Gut moved locations to a brand new dockside treasure. With stunning views and multiple fireplaces, comfortable seating for 100+ guests, two lounge areas, deck overlooking the Great South Bay, and both an indoor tavern room and a waterfront bar, The Lakehouse is touted by many as “one of the best restaurants on Long Island.” At night, the deck is illuminated, as is the waterfront lounge area where guests can congregate for after-dinner cocktails. This New American fine dining experience is not to be missed. The Lakehouse can now be reached by boat as well, as guest dockage is available at the new gorgeous bayside locale.*Please note that we not take reservations for particular tables & we cannot promise a particular area or table.

9. ITA Kitchen

4.4

Awesome(955)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Bay Shore

Booked 43 times today

Salvatore Sorrentino’s NEWEST CONCEPT, I•T•A Kitchen is our version of innovative Italian American Cuisine. Located in Bay Shore’s quaint village.

10. Osteria Umbra

4.9

Exceptional(1858)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Smithtown

Booked 35 times today

Italian hospitality and culinary traditions come together at Osteria UmbraExecutive Chef Marco Pellegrini & his wife, Chef de Cuisine, Sabrina Vallorini transport you to their hometown of Foligno, Umbria where quality craftsmanship and a deep respect for natural ingredients are woven into daily culture.At Osteria Umbra, Chef Marco Pellegrini has created an experience inspired by classic Umbrian cuisine, elevated by his attention to detail and culinary innovation.Each dish is handmade with the world’s finest ingredients; from the farms right here in our backyard to the rolling hills of Italy.This vision would not be possible without Stephen and Diane Bragoli & Daniel Bragoli, lover of all things food and wine.It is their attention to detail that creates a comfortable ambiance that represents the contemporary Italy of today combined with Chef Marco’s soulful cuisine that Osteria Umbra is born.

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JimVIP
New York City •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Top notch place. Paul, the Manager, has Butera's of Sayviile running super smoothly. The food is delicious, the service is excellent, and the prices are very reasonable. The Thai Calamari, the Shrimp Butera, the Chicken Marsala, the Chicken with roasted peppers and spinach, the almond cake with ice cream, etc are delicious.
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Butera's Restaurant of SayvillePrice: Moderate• Italian• Sayville
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4.5
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Monika
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
We had the igloo experience. The ambiance was perfect winter/ Christmas decor. Food was delish as always. Our server Erica was very sweet. Food came quick and was very hot, which was great since we were in the igloo.
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Pietro's of East MeadowPrice: Moderate• Italian• East Meadow
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4.9
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Kenny
New York City •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Every time we come here it's a new exceptional experience. Our waitress Stephanie was courteous, professional and friendly she new why we were there and even though we've been here before treated us like if it was our first time here, she was great. Everything overall from our drinks, food and dessert was delicious and great
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Tellers: An American ChophousePrice: Very Expensive• Steak• Islip
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4.8
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Cynthia
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
What an incredible hidden gem in my own backyard! I've driven past this restaurant a million times and didn't realize that the experience of a cozy, charming Cafe with amazing food was so easily accessible. I almost want to keep the secret to myself but it's too good!!!
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Sunflower Café & BakeryPrice: Expensive• French• Bayport
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4.9
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JoeVIP
New York City •23 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
We’ve been here several times. Never disappointed. The service is always great. The food is always solid. The ambience is really nice as well.
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ViewPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Oakdale
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4.4

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27 restaurants available nearby

1. View

2. Tellers: An American Chophouse

3. Butera's Restaurant of Sayville

4. Sunflower Café & Bakery

5. Insignia Prime Steak & Sushi

6. The James

7. Primi Italian Steakhouse

8. The Lakehouse

9. ITA Kitchen

10. Osteria Umbra

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