“ On this cloudy, coldish, day, my Hamburger alarm went off, after a walk at the Bayard Cutting Arboretum. Because Vanderbilt's Wharf, in Oakdale, is part of the Lilys, Babylon, Crowe(?) restaurant group, and the Local, in Babylon, is part of that same group, and I heard their Burgers were good there, we decided to try their sister restaurant's burgers there, in Oakdale. Even on this dreary day, there's something soothing about sitting at a place, with view of the water.. The lit fireplace, with a roaring fire, which we sat right by, not only added an extra layer of warmth on this cold day, but another bit of ambiance that made for a good dining experience. I ordered the burger my usual medium rare, no lettuce, tomato, or onion. They only offered American cheese, or Mozzarella, I chose American. The burger came to me more on the upper medium side, but not so much so, that I would send it back. It was still juicy, so I just carried on eating it. Just so long as it doesnt venture into the grey, well done, area, there is red color, still in the meat, and it shows some juiciness, I will not send it back.. I like perfect, but I dont get twisted, if it's not.. The toasted brioche bun added a nice back taste to burger meat. The meat to burger ratio was near perfect My lunch partner ordered their burger medium well, and it came out perfect. 1 out 2 aint bad The Angus meat they use for the burger was really, really good. A bit on the high side with the 18 price tag, fries included. They serve coated fries that I enjoy.They are not hand cut, but a commercially available product, that has a pleasant taste that suits me. When we got there around 2pm ish, there was a smattering of people there at the bar, and at the tables. By the time we left, well after 4pm, the place was packed!!! Patrons ranged from families with kids in strollers, to old geezers, like me!! It had the feel of a cozy neighborhood bar. I liked it, and will return. You could not ask for better service. Andrew was Prompt, polite, and professional, even though it was busy. You can't ask for more than that. The Burger doesn't break into my Top Tier, but it certainly deserves the designation of a great bar burger. I would have no qualms about recommending the Burger, or the Restaurant On another note, they serve one of the best Old Fahioneds I've had in a while. 105 proof Bourbon, 2 different bitters, demerara simple syrup, cherry, orange slice, and a big ole square block, ice cube. The people we shared the table with, ordered the Large Pretzel Appetizer, that came with 5 dipping sauces, which I will definitely order, the next time I go there. They said it was awesome. There is ample parking there, for this time of year During the Summer, parking is a different story, with all the boating activity down there on the water. Vanderbilt's Wharf, Oakdale 2/10/2024 ”

“ Food was great! Service and atmosphere are great. The views of the water are so relaxing while having a nice drink. If you're looking for a casual place with some good food, drinks and live music with the sounds and view of the ocean. We had the bluepoint clams, the Thai Calamari and the lobster BLT Crostini. All the food was great and the cocktails were on point ”

“ This was a great place to spend our last night on Long Island. The staff was a couple of really friendly young guys who waited on us hand and foot, despite not having anyone to work the tables. We had the Salted Caramel Mules, which were absolutely delicious. I wish I had had time to have a couple more. I had the coconut shrimp, which was cooked to perfection, and my husband had a nice, juicy burger with crispy fries. All of our food was steaming hot. Perhaps the best part was that we arrived just before sunset and had a beautiful view of the sun going down over the harbor. By the way, service was extremely fast. We were in and out of there in 45 minutes. If I'm ever back on Long Island, I totally would go back to The Wharf. ”

“ We had a birthday party here and everything was really great. Everyone at the party talked about how good the food was and the service was exceptional. While booking/coordinating the event the staff was very responsive to questions and even accommodating to moving the party indoors when the weather forecasted rain. I highly recommend this place and likely we'll be having more events here in the future. ”

“ The Wharf offers not just fantastic food but also a vibrant atmosphere that makes for an unforgettable dining experience. **Lobster Roll:** Fresh, tender lobster piled high on a perfectly toasted roll, with a light dressing that highlights the natural sweetness of the seafood. Simple, yet incredibly satisfying. **Loaded Nachos:** A mountain of crispy chips topped with savory ground beef, fresh tomatoes, jalapenos, and a creamy sauce. Every bite is a perfect balance of flavors and textures, making it impossible to resist. Pair your meal with a refreshing cocktail as you take in the great view, all while enjoying live music that adds to the lively atmosphere. The Wharf delivers on all fronts—excellent food, drinks, and ambiance. It's a place you won't want to miss! ”

“ Working with “The Wharf” has exceeded our expectations. The staff and management has been incredibly accommodating, not just the day of the event, but also during the planning process. They did not miss a detail. The space is beautiful, the food was delicious. Our friends and family were in the best hands. The friendliness of the staff has been complimented by many of them. We highly recommend The Wharf!! Krisztina and Vinny Arbucci ”

“ Went in August on a Sunday evening. We were sat right away & able to be outside. Inside is dive bar feels but outside is lovely on the water/dock. Cucumber vodka drink was very good & so were the tuna tacos. This restaurant group always seems to get it right! ”

“ The Wharf was absolutely amazing from the beginning. They have hosted maybe one wedding before us and you would have never guessed. Every single person we were in contact with went above and beyond. They were so accommodating and friendly. We wanted something low key and something that just felt like us. The view is absolutely breathtaking. All the boats, the sunset, the dock. They always provide awesome live music which makes for an awesome vibe! Ed and Alyssa (servers) helped my parents set up and really took the stress out of only have an hour or so to set up the party. Everywhere you looked they were there helping us every step of the way. They provided an outside bar for us with our favorite beers and mixed drinks. The bartender Jimmy was outstanding. Everyone was raving about the drinks he was making and there was never ever a line. Everyone was quick, friendly and efficient! They followed all of the guidelines for COVID which made us feel extremely safe since we had some young children in attendance as well as some older people. All the servers, workers, bartenders etc. were wearing masks. All were implementing guidelines, food being served with drinks etc. The outdoor and indoor space is super clean and maintained. The service was quick, everywhere you went they were making sure everyone had drinks in their hand. We stayed way past our time, we only planned 2:30-5:30 but most guests were there until around 8 pm. So around 6:30 they passed out grilled cheese, chips etc. without us even having to ask. We only had half of the space which we were totally fine with. We even had some onlookers cheering us on during our ceremony. The food truck they provide is delicious. Lobster rolls, steak tacos and more! We have eaten here multiple times and always love what we get. I wish we took pictures of the food, but everyone was so happy with their choices and said how delicious everything was. Shout out to the owners Gary and Lou whom own the marina and restaurant and Wayne who comanages the restaurant. They have an awesome spot! They had tents on standby just in case the weather didn't turn out. They were more than accommodating, organized and helpful throughout the days leading up to our ceremony to the actual day and night itself. They were in constant contact making sure everything was going smoothly. My husband, myself and our families know that we made the perfect choice hosting our ceremony at the Wharf! ”