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Veteran family-run restaurant offers vintage decor & homey American dishes such as mashed turnips.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 628 Main Rd, Aquebogue, NY 11931
Phone: (631) 722-3655
Website: http://modernsnackbar.com/
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Modern Snack Bar: Landmark North Fork Restaurant
Since 1950, the Modern Snack Bar has been a landmark North Fork Restaurant for great home cooking. Just look for our famous neon sign.
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Reviews
Ashley Perez
The only “Modern” in this establishment is the name.
I was really disappointed with my experience here. The service was frustrating,I had to ask for drink refills three separate times before anyone followed through. The restaurant itself feels extremely outdated; it looks like it hasn’t been upgraded since the 1970s. There’s also a strong musty, old-basement smell that makes the whole environment uncomfortable.
The food was bland and definitely didn’t match the prices they’re charging. For the quality, atmosphere, and service, it’s simply overpriced. I also noticed that most of the patrons seemed to be in their 70s, which adds to the overall “stuck in time” feeling the place gives off.
$61 for one cheese burger,one order of wings and a BLT before tip . Unfortunately, I won’t be visiting again and can’t recommend it based on my experience.
… moreI was really disappointed with my experience here. The service was frustrating,I had to ask for drink refills three separate times before anyone followed through. The restaurant itself feels extremely outdated; it looks like it hasn’t been upgraded since the 1970s. There’s also a strong musty, old-basement smell that makes the whole environment uncomfortable.
The food was bland and definitely didn’t match the prices they’re charging. For the quality, atmosphere, and service, it’s simply overpriced. I also noticed that most of the patrons seemed to be in their 70s, which adds to the overall “stuck in time” feeling the place gives off.
$61 for one cheese burger,one order of wings and a BLT before tip . Unfortunately, I won’t be visiting again and can’t recommend it based on my experience.
Matthew Reischer
Had the half duck with sides — perfectly juicy and crispy. Also tried a slice of cake, which was delicious. Otto stopped by our table, and he couldn’t have been kinder — such a sweet man with a twinkle in his eye, a bit like Colonel Sanders. A truly lovely, honey-warm experience. I’ll definitely be back!
PS – Sandra our waitress was so friendly, warm and helpful!!!! She’s a keeper!! ❤️
… morePS – Sandra our waitress was so friendly, warm and helpful!!!! She’s a keeper!! ❤️
Viri Pettersen
75 years young, always a winner! Suggest trying the fresh fried flounder sandwich – it’s a guaranteed great meal! Desserts galore, and so much more. Service always with a smile.
… moreJames Wood
My family and I have been going to the Modern Snack Bar for as long as I can remember. It’s one of those classic North Fork spots that never disappoints. My go-to meal is the roast turkey with mashed potatoes, gravy, red cabbage, and cranberry sauce, though the prime rib special is just as good. Everything tastes like a comforting, home-cooked meal.
The food is always fresh and delicious, from their homemade soups to their famous mashed turnips, which I recently tried and loved. And you can’t leave without having one of their pies — the banana cream, chocolate cream, and lemon meringue are all incredible.
I love the old-time atmosphere and the friendly, familiar staff, many of whom have been there for years. If you’re anywhere near the North Fork, I highly recommend stopping in. It’s a true Long Island classic.
… moreThe food is always fresh and delicious, from their homemade soups to their famous mashed turnips, which I recently tried and loved. And you can’t leave without having one of their pies — the banana cream, chocolate cream, and lemon meringue are all incredible.
I love the old-time atmosphere and the friendly, familiar staff, many of whom have been there for years. If you’re anywhere near the North Fork, I highly recommend stopping in. It’s a true Long Island classic.
Louis C Milano II
I had dinner here at the modern snack bar about 1 week before this years thanksgiving and I was expecting great American style home cooking and that’s exactly what I got on that night! I can’t recommend this place highly enough to anyone that’s from out of town that’s looking for great home cooking on the north fork of long island new york. I’m not using any hyperbole here, this place is the real deal! Please don’t forget to get yourself a few quarts of turnips to take home, they’re the best on the east end of long island! Chefs kiss!
… moreMichael G.
It felt like going to my Grandma Ronnie’s for dinner. This is an old- school family run diner. The food tastes homemade because it is. Just on a bigger scale.
My Roast Turkey Dinner came with white & dark meat, stuffing, cranberry sauce, and gravy were included. I also got to choose from several sides offered. I picked mashed potatoes. I added a side of mashed turnips.
My companion ordered the Ruben Sandwich with Onion Rings and the side of Turnips as well. We enjoyed everything.
The food was served diner quick, hot, tasted, and felt homemade. Service was efficient and fast but lacked warmth.
The dining rooms truly feel like you’re eating in someone’s house. Roomy, cozy and a bit nostalgic.
Many menu items are available to go in larger portions, so I ordered a quart of my beloved Mashed Turnips. I can’t wait for dinner tonight.
… moreMy Roast Turkey Dinner came with white & dark meat, stuffing, cranberry sauce, and gravy were included. I also got to choose from several sides offered. I picked mashed potatoes. I added a side of mashed turnips.
My companion ordered the Ruben Sandwich with Onion Rings and the side of Turnips as well. We enjoyed everything.
The food was served diner quick, hot, tasted, and felt homemade. Service was efficient and fast but lacked warmth.
The dining rooms truly feel like you’re eating in someone’s house. Roomy, cozy and a bit nostalgic.
Many menu items are available to go in larger portions, so I ordered a quart of my beloved Mashed Turnips. I can’t wait for dinner tonight.
Jacqueline Faught
Absolutely loved this gem of a spot. From the moment you walk in, it’s like taking a step back in time. The food was delicious. We had the lobster bisque, the e soft shell crab sandwich, the turkey dinner and of course dessert. The pies are unbelievable. Better than Briarmere or whatever.
… moreVincent Lee
Prime rib was so tender and delicious. Flounder with crabmeat was outstanding.
Their service was good.
… moreTheir service was good.
J
Otto the owner of this fine establishment turned 80 today and we were lucky enough to meet him and experience his restaurant all in one day! Fantastic food, fantastic service and what’s even better is that the prices are perfect!
We stopped in on our way further out east to grab some lunch and arrived just as they were opening their doors for business today. Temperature was checked and we were then whisked away to our lovely partitioned table.
Staff all wore gloves and masks and each table was cleaned thoroughly. Ordered their fried clan strips to start, delicious morsels of clam fried to a golden deliciousness. Their turkey dinner platter comes with a veg choice, potato choice, and both dark and white meat with the best stuffing I’ve had that is not home made by me. Their stuffed flounder was flaky and buttery and the kids really enjoyed their fried flounder platter from their kids menu too. You must order the lemon meringue pie, like it’s a must! Strawberry rhubarb was a close second but the coconut custard pie was just ok.
We will most definitely be back very very soon. HAPPY 80TH BIRTHDAY, OTTO!!!
… moreWe stopped in on our way further out east to grab some lunch and arrived just as they were opening their doors for business today. Temperature was checked and we were then whisked away to our lovely partitioned table.
Staff all wore gloves and masks and each table was cleaned thoroughly. Ordered their fried clan strips to start, delicious morsels of clam fried to a golden deliciousness. Their turkey dinner platter comes with a veg choice, potato choice, and both dark and white meat with the best stuffing I’ve had that is not home made by me. Their stuffed flounder was flaky and buttery and the kids really enjoyed their fried flounder platter from their kids menu too. You must order the lemon meringue pie, like it’s a must! Strawberry rhubarb was a close second but the coconut custard pie was just ok.
We will most definitely be back very very soon. HAPPY 80TH BIRTHDAY, OTTO!!!
Keat NYC
This is a good restaurant with a varied menu. The atmosphere is quite homey and inviting, and the service is excellent. The food overall is good, but I wasn’t a huge fan of the coleslaw. It’s likely a personal preference, though, and everything else I tried was good.
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