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The James, Babylon, NY

The James

4.5
4.5
295 Reviews
$50 and over
Continental

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2 people
21:30
Booked 57 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
  • Hot spot
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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Continental, French, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun 16:00–21:30 Fri, Sat 16:00–22:30
  • Phone number
    (631) 975-2637
  • Website
    http://www.thejamesli.com/
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Catering
    Weddings, Showers, Anniversaries, Birthdays, Graduations, Retirement Parties, Corporate Events
  • Private party facilities
    We would love to be a part of your event and to help create lasting memories. Our team has the knowledge, passion, and experience to turn your ideas into reality. Contact our events team today! https://www.thejamesli.com/private-events/

Experiences

  • Wine Down Monday

    Multiple dates available
    Enjoy bottles of wine over $150 for 50% OFF every Monday night at The James.
    Wine Down Monday photo

Offers

  • Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - 17:00 - 21:45,Wed - Thu - 17:00 - 21:45,Fri - 16:00 - 22:45
    Enjoy Happy Hour Specials weeknights at the bar from 4 pm-6 pm. $9 Dirty Martinis $9 Espresso Martinis $8 Select Glasses of Wine $5 Draft Beers $1 Clams $2 Oysters $3 Shrimp Cocktail $15 James Burger $15 Chicken Sandwich (Plus tax & gratuity. Not available on holidays)

    Happy Hour photo

Menu

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What 295 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Suffolk

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The James offers a vibrant dining experience with "outstanding food, service & ambiance." Guests praise the beautifully designed interior and the attentive, knowledgeable staff. While noise levels can be high, the diverse menu, highlighted by dishes like the creamed spinach and tomahawk steak, ensures a delightful culinary journey.

295 Reviews

  1. Rose

    New York City

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful restaurant. Really nice atmosphere. Food was delicious , service was fantastic. The vibes were of an elegant speakeasy era. Highly recommend. A little pricey, but what isn’t.

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  2. Scott & Christy

    New York City

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another fantastic night! We went for my husband's 50th birthday and brought the kids (12,11,9) for the first time. They did opt for the children's menu and had the chicken fingers, burger, and pasta dishes. All 3 loved their food. The adults shared the seafood appetizer special and baked clams. My MIL and I had filet mignon, FIL and husband went with strip steaks.

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  3. Denise

    Denver

    2 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful dinner and venue. I thought $20 for a 6 oz Cabernet was certainly overpriced.

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  4. eileen

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food, drinks and atmosphere! Great place for a special evening out. Highly recommend!
    The JamesResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you for dining with us and for the five-star review with wonderful feedback! We look forward to seeing you again soon.

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  5. Andrew

    New York City

    23 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Love the food, it’s just too loud for a dining experience of that cost.

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  6. Carol

    New York City

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our experience was lovely. The noise level is quite high but it is a really great addition to Babylon. Great for a special nigh out
    The JamesResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you for dining with us and for the five-star review with wonderful feedback! We look forward to seeing you again soon.

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  7. Marianna

    New York City

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 5 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and service! A great place to enjoy a meal.
    The JamesResponded on 8 December 2024
    Thank you for dining with us and for the five-star review with wonderful feedback! We look forward to seeing you again soon.

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  8. Jake

    New York City

    29 reviews

    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on 4 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Small holiday dinner with coworkers. Everyone was impressed with the amazing atmosphere. From the lively bar to the gorgeous dinning room. Food and Service are excellent and the Wine List is amazing with lots of great options. Can’t say enough how happy I am that I chose The James for my team’s holiday party. Everyone had an incredible experience.
    The JamesResponded on 8 December 2024
    Thank you for celebrating the holidays with us and for the five-star review with wonderful feedback! We look forward to seeing you again soon.

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  9. maria

    New York City

    236 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    236 reviews

    Dined on 4 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Dined at the James prior to a show at the Argyle theater and we were pleased with our dinners as well as the service happy hour was a hit with deals on wines and an espresso martini for me very beautiful restaurant great crowd especially for a Wednesday night we would love to have a place like this in our neighborhood but alas it’s a bit of a drive for us
    The JamesResponded on 8 December 2024
    Thank you for dining with us and for the wonderful feedback and review! We look forward to seeing you again soon.

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  10. Carmine

    New York City

    40 reviews

    5.0

    40 reviews

    Dined on 1 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Whether at a table with friends or enjoying the expansive bar area, this is always an enjoyable experience. And the food is excellent and the drinks are perfectly prepared. Very creative on top of all.
    The JamesResponded on 8 December 2024
    Thank you for dining with us and for the five-star review with wonderful feedback! We look forward to seeing you again soon.

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FAQs

The James is rated 4.5 stars by 295 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
21:30
Booked 57 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The James

21 Fire Island Ave, Babylon, NY 11702-3501

Additional information

  • Area
    Babylon
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun 16:00–21:30 Fri, Sat 16:00–22:30
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Continental, French, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Website
    http://www.thejamesli.com/
  • Phone number
    (631) 975-2637
  • Catering
    Weddings, Showers, Anniversaries, Birthdays, Graduations, Retirement Parties, Corporate Events
  • Private party facilities
    We would love to be a part of your event and to help create lasting memories. Our team has the knowledge, passion, and experience to turn your ideas into reality. Contact our events team today! https://www.thejamesli.com/private-events/
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