
Address and Contact Information
Address: 217 Main St, Farmingdale, NY 11735
Phone: (516) 854-2040
Website: http://limcgraths.com/
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Reviews
We arrived around 6:30 p.m., and although the place had plenty of open seats, we had to wait for the staff to acknowledge us, as they were facing away from the entrance. When we finally asked, we were told to sit anywhere except the area reserved for bingo (with no reserved signs on tables), which was supposed to start at 7 p.m. (but actually didn’t start until 8).
We ordered pork sliders to share. I had the salmon sandwich, and my friend ordered a house salad and a baked potato, along with takeout wings. She had two beers, and I had two glasses of Prosecco. The salmon sandwich and my friend’s meal were both enjoyable. However, the fries that came with my meal were overly salty, burnt, and dry. I informed our server, Sofia, who was generally attentive throughout the evening, although she did not introduce herself or offer a drinks menu. That would have been helpful, especially for first-time guests. The sliders were a bit dry but still okay. One thing we found confusing was the pricing on the Prosecco – one glass was $4, and the second was $7. When we asked, we were told the first was during happy hour. It would have been helpful to know that earlier so I could’ve ordered both during that window.
The music level was comfortable, allowing for easy conversation. Although bingo began later than expected, it turned out to be a fun end to the night – my friend even won a T-shirt.
One downside is the parking situation. In most Long Island towns, paid parking ends at 6 p.m., but in Farmingdale, it starts at 5 p.m. and continues until 1 a.m., which is inconvenient for evening visitors.
Overall, it was a decent experience with some hits and misses. I’d give it 3 out of 5 stars based on service and food alone, but the fun of bingo and my friend’s win bumps it up to a 4. I’d say give it a try – your experience might be better.
Manager closed the entire location for us. We arrived 2pm Saturday, after Funeral and Mass & burial, sad, dehydrated, exhausted and quite famished. We were greeted by Sophia and Sean & Manager. Hugged, condolences shared and delicious appetizers ready to eat.
Sean was terrific. Sophia was quick and wonderful serving the 50 people dropping in all at once with smiles. Within 15 minutes we all had beverages and food.
Staff loaded up our family photos and played Irish tunes. All were able to relax and share some good crac.
Thank you.
Everyone who visits should be honest, like me.
I am writing to you as a loyal patron of L.I McGraths in Farmingdale since the moment you opened the doors, and as someone who sincerely wishes to see your bar continue to thrive as a desirable destination for social gatherings, casual dining, and community engagement. It is in that spirit of constructive feedback, rather than idle criticism, that I feel compelled to raise an issue which, while it may appear minor on the surface, has had a surprisingly significant impact on my own dining decisions and those of my social circle.
Specifically, I wish to address the current state of the buffalo wings offered at your establishment; yes, this is a serious issue, mainly because literally everything on your menu is fantastic…and I mean EVRYTHING…else!
Buffalo Wings are, by most reasonable standards, not merely another menu item. In a bar setting, they function as a cornerstone offering—an item that anchors group decisions about where to congregate, watch sporting events, and spend discretionary income. Unfortunately, in their present form, your wings fall extremely short of the expectations commonly associated with such a foundational dish; like, really below standards. Whether due to preparation, sauce quality, texture, seasoning balance, or overall execution, the end result is a product that does not align with the otherwise inviting atmosphere your bar works to cultivate, and this is quite concerning to me since you are the only Irish Pub on Main Street.
The practical consequence of this is regrettable but unavoidable: the wings have become a decisive factor preventing me and several of my friends from choosing your bar as our gathering place. When selecting where to spend an evening, particularly in a group setting, the consensus often hinges on food reliability.
This is not feedback offered lightly. On the contrary, it reflects repeated discussions and shared experiences over time. We would genuinely prefer to frequent your bar more often, but the current wing offering consistently dissuades us from doing so. It is difficult to justify choosing a venue when a staple item is perceived as inferior to readily available alternatives nearby.
I strongly believe that this situation is entirely correctable. A reevaluation of the recipe, sourcing, preparation method, or even a complete overhaul of the wing program could yield substantial benefits. Improving this single menu item would likely result in increased repeat business, longer stays, and stronger word-of-mouth recommendations—particularly among groups for whom wings are a deciding factor rather than an afterthought.
Please understand that this letter is written with respect and genuine interest in your success. I would not take the time to articulate these concerns if I did not believe your establishment was otherwise worth returning to. My hope is that you will receive this message in the constructive manner in which it is intended and consider whether the current buffalo wings truly reflect the standard you wish to set. Do a sampling with your entire staff of your wings vs Wings Over, right next door, and that place will win 100 out of 100. I know you can do better, because you simply cannot do any worse. Please change them, I’m begging you.
Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to the possibility of revisiting your bar under improved culinary circumstances and, ideally, once again, recommending it without reservation to friends and acquaintances.
Respectfully,
A Concerned (and Hopeful) Patron