Bayberry

I hosted my daughter‘s bridal shower on Saturday, March 7th and it was absolutely perfect. The staff amazing, the food was incredible. Everyone had an amazing time and is still raving about it! I highly recommend Bayberry. They were great to work with especially Melissa. Thank you for making her day one we will never forget! 🩵🩵

We had our engagement party at Bayberry and it was absolutely amazing. The staff was so attentive and made everything run smoothly, and the food was incredible, our guests are still talking about it. The ambiance was beautiful and perfect for a celebration. They even brought in Stella for our party when they don’t normally stock it, which was such a thoughtful touch and really appreciated by our guests. My parents loved it so much they went back the following weekend for dinner. Highly recommend Bayberry for events or a great night out!

We had about a 70 person engagement party here last weekend and it was absolutely amazing. Melissa and her team were nothing but incredibly helpful and super sweet. They helped set up and breakdown and made our entire night super easy. The food was incredible and we got such great feedback from our guests. Perfect place to have any bridal event!!

I visited Bayberry last month, and Katryna was phenomenal as our server! The place was truly beautiful, and the drinks were great. My fiancee and I both had appetizers (french onion soup and a black truffle croquette if i recall correctly), our own entree's and a dessert. My main complaint was the dishes were overly salted. I personally love salt but I must've drank 3 gallons of water to compensate. The worst part, the parts of my entree (Salmon over paella style Risotto) that weren't salty were a perfect 10/10. I think it was just an off night considering the potential, I would still recommend this restaurant and give it another shot.

I had an absolutely awesome experience at Bayberry. The food was incredible everything was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. The atmosphere was welcoming and comfortable, and the staff went above and beyond to make sure we were taken care of. The manager Laura also stopped by our table to check in, which really showed how much they care about their guests. You can tell the whole team takes pride in what they do. I’ll definitely be coming back soon!

Had such a great brunch today thanks to our amazing server Ryan. He was so knowledgeable about the menu and extremely attentive to each person in our party. The food and cocktails were delicious and we are already talking about our next outing at Bayberry. Thanks to Ryan and the team for making our snowy Sunday unforgettable!

Oh my!!!! Will never forget my twins Birthday. Had 14 of us for Brunch. Ryan was the absolute best waiter. So sweet and helpful. Thought the food was over the top good. But the surprise was yet to come as they took us to a new destination with balloons and an enormous ice cream cake. Such a wow factor. The hostess Laura was sensational smiling all the way. I felt such an awesome presence with her. Can’t thank you all enough!!! Will be passing the word to All.

Kaylie was an amazing waitress! She was friendly, professional, and made sure everything was perfect throughout our meal. Our drinks and food came out quickly, and she checked in at just the right times without ever being intrusive. Her great attitude and attention to detail really made the experience even better. If you’re dining here, definitely ask for Kaylie—you won’t be disappointed. Five-star service all the way!

We had our engagement party at Bayberry and it was absolutely amazing. The staff was so attentive and made everything run smoothly, and the food was incredible, our guests are still talking about it. The ambiance was beautiful and perfect for a celebration. They even brought in Stella for our party when they don't normally stock it, which was such a thoughtful touch and really appreciated by our guests. My parents loved it so much they went back the following weekend for dinner. Highly recommend Bayberry for events or a great night out!

I think Lessings has lost its way, when it was Maxwells it was open 7 days a week, because they catereted to regular people, tuna tacos, duck tacos, dont cut it, create a 8 dollar bar burger, chicken wings, you got to fancy, just like Goldys Gems, how could you make money when your only 5 days a week??? at least Goldys makes five dollar smash burgers great bartenders and waiters, I still love this place, buy the french dip sandwich used to be 16,00 bucks , now its 28 dollars! yikes

We had a wonderful dinner at Bayberry. It was an early dinner and the restaurant was empty, which worried us, but there was no need to worry. The space is nicely decorated and we sat at a table at the front window. Service was very attentive and the food was excellent! The calamari appetizer and tuna crudo were excellent, as was the bread. One of the best calamari dishes I've had. Main dishes were also excellent, everyone loved what they had. I had the bolognese, excellent flavor and nice homemade noodles. Highly recommend this place!

Excellent onion soup and fresh delicious rolls. The decor is beyond inviting and the bar area is huge! The wine list is also great. You can easily grab a quick bite here or enjoy an extensive meal. There's something for everyone at this cute spot!

Went for New Year's Eve and did not disappoint. Always delicious food and very friendly staff. We have come here two years in a row for their Mother's Day brunch as well. Definitely recommend.

Stopped by this place for happy hour -- the drinks were really good! They have some interesting and creative cocktails. Not sure if they were short-staffed, but the bartender seemed a bit overwhelmed. We ordered oysters, which were shucked perfectly, but then had to wait over 20 minutes for utensils so we could add the horseradish and cocktail sauce. Hopefully it was just an off day, because I'd definitely stop by again for the drinks.

Let's start off with the service, our waitress was friendly and tried to stay on top of issues all created by the kitchen. The food was warm at best and flavorless. Expresso came out at room temperature, I have no idea how that is even possible. Drinks were served well and tasted very good. Really shocked a Lessing's Restaurant would have served this trash.

Second time at this place the food was very good and tasty . cozy ambiance for a perfect evening, the staff were very attentive . Highly recommended.

I've been eager to try Bayberry since they opened, and I finally made it there! The ambience was fantastic, creating a vibrant atmosphere and the service was top-notch, even though the place was packed. I had made a reservation for 8:30 and was seated right away, which was great. The drink menu featured a wide variety of martinis, making it hard to choose! For appetizers, I decided on the French onion soup, chickpea fries, and the spinach and artichoke dip. I also ordered the pork chop Milanese as my main dish. Everything was delicious! One slight downside was that the spinach and artichoke dip could have used more pita; we ended up with quite a bit of leftover dip, which was a shame because it was so tasty. Overall, I had a wonderful experience, and I will definitely be coming back soon to try more from their menu!

Bayberry is a gem! The happy hour prices and meals are so good and the drinks are delicious! The manager, Laura is top tier! Not only is she gorgeous but she's so sweet and super informative! We go to all of the Lessings restaurants and she is BY FAR, the BEST manager they have! We love popping in for a quick drink and app or for date night! I've even gone to bridal showers there and everything is absolute perfection! Highly recommend!

Great cozy table by the fireplace & service was excellent. My bistro burger was cooked perfectly. The salad was overly dressed unfortunately. My husband's chicken was not a big portion & very buttery. Drinks were great. Didn't have dessert. Nice atmosphere too.

Awesome time at the bar at Bayberry for some Happy Hour drinks and enjoying the prix fixe lunch menu. Jade at the bar was amazing, attentive, friendly and funny. We watched him prepping some serious looking cocktails for Valentine's Day. My wife had her regular go tos - French onion soup and Bayberry Chicken. I went with the goat cheese Salad and Seafood stack - both were delicious and left me feeling full and healthy. Drink prices for Happy Hour can't be beat either!

Visited for brunch this was my husband and I first time. Food was delicious ordered the duck tacos for appetizer, the pancake for entree. My husband order the chicken and waffles. For drinks I ordered a Bellini which was delicious and my husband ordered the strawberry spritz he didn't love the drink. On the menu it stated puréed strawberry however this was not included In the drink. The service was a bit slow received our appetizer before we received the drinks. When brought to the waiters attention she immediately made the drinks and took 10% off the bill. It is a nice place with beautiful ambiance. We will definitely return again and try dinner.

Bayberry has been on my Restaurant Week list for many years. This time, their menu was a must do. Made a reservation through their website for a Sunday evening. The storefront seemed quaint, almost passable but once inside, it was enormous! Beautifully decorated and smelled clean, like fresh soap. The hostess was a doll and asked where in the restaurant we would prefer to sit. We chose the dining room to the left rear. Kailey was our server, nice, professional and accommodating. We had already perused the menu prior to our arrival and but decided to get drinks. I had their Bold & Brash, which sounded good on paper but was way too strong! My friend had a glass of Malbec. Our shared our appetizers, the Peking duck tacos were so savory, sweet and crunchy. I wish a had a whole plate of them! We also shared the Pear, Rocket & Quinoa salad, which as a beautiful portion of deliciousness! My friend ordered the salmon, paella style, which was tasty but not cooked enough for me. It was dressed so nicely too. I had the swordfish and it has to be one of my new favorite dishes! Cooked to perfection, I cleaned my plate! They were out of creme brulee which made us sad but we opted for the blueberry tres leches cake which was surprisingly very, very good, considering I'm not a blueberry fan. We also had the flourless chocolate cake which was tasty as well. I can't wait for the next Restaurant Week menu!

Great food and great service! They also have good happy hour deals! Will definitely be back! They also had a prefix meal that was worth it. Elegant spot.

What a change from when it was Maxwells! Bayberry is fresh and new and has a nice ambiance. Came with my best friend to enjoy happy hour followed by dinner. I love that their happy hour is from 4-7 as it gives you a chance to make it there after work. The cocktails were delicious, I really enjoyed the bacon me crazy, it was a well balanced and I will definitely order it again. The service was great and the Parker rolls along with the caramelized onion butter is a must have! The Peking Duck Tacos were really good and a great appetizer. For my main course I went with the Pork Chop Milanese and it was delicious. It was a huge portion and I definitely had a doggie bag because I always save room for dessert. For dessert, I went with the Tahitain Vanilla Crème Brûlée which was worth saving room for! Overall, I will be back here and I have recommended it to friends and family as well.

Delicious food and excellent service. The ambience was lovely. Prices were reasonable. I would definitely recommend this restaurant.

Roaches!! As we are waiting for our check, a roach climbs out from the bar and right onto my wallet. We told the bartender and what i thought was a manager(counting money). They killed the roach and did not discount our check at all. We did not make a scene because there are nice people working there and didnt want to ruin the night for anyone. food and drinks were good but calamari was all fried and no squid.

Atmosphere was nice and friendly . Food was great. Cocktails yummy and unique. Outstanding happy hour prices.

Went sat 1/3.waitress was ok but food was not.prices way to high for what you get.calamari had no taste at all and not hot.fries were like eating wood sticks and cold hamburger was room temp.espresso was old tasting and room temp tea was cold prime rib sandwiches came with no onions.all for $700 for 8 people with couple of drinks and a few beers.this place is a one and done for all of us

Service is excellent. Food is delicious. Has tuna tacos and chicken breast sandwich from the lunch special. Could have had two sandwiches, they were that tasty.

Salt salt salt....didn't send our food back just will NEVER revisit! Nice ambiance big bar cute servers but that's about it

Great spot for lunch or dinner. The inside is very large. They have a huge bar and a lot of seating. Very nicely decorated. They have great non alcoholic mixed drinks. We had one with a blood orange in it and it was so so good. They added a rim and everything. Great menu and service. Definitely worth a try.

Always a great meal at bayberry. Our server Naomi was wonderful! The manager Laura is always so friendly and attentive. We highly recommend this restaurant and will be back again! Don't forget to order the cacio pepe!

Didn't realize it was restaurant week when we came but so glad we did! Salads, soups, burgers, and chicken were so delicious! Very attentive staff in such a cute spot. Can't wait to come again!

This is my neighborhood go to! Everything start to finish is always fantastic. The food is delicious, especially their burger, chickpea fries, Peking duck tacos and steak frites. The staff is friendly and accommodating - Laura the GM always makes it a point to say hello and check on our table throughout the night. They have one of the best bars in town and the cocktails are always incredible. The bartenders Jade, Seamus & Winter always craft up some of the most interesting and tasty. I highly recommend!

Our company had our holiday party at the Bayberry and it was lovely! The appetizers and entrees were very good, and the private room was very spacious for all of our guests. We had a great time, and the service was great! Melissa, who helped me book this party, was very accommodating to our wants and needs, and it was a great night!

We had a small wedding reception here. The food was great and the service was fantastic. We were so happy that everything went so well.

Bayberry is a polished addition to the quiet Islip strip. The menu changes relatively often, which is always fun; the seafood is consistently and noticeably fresh, and the drinks are exciting and unique. It's a beautiful space with friendly and welcoming service. As I write this review, I am thinking about Bayberry being great in that it hits the spot for different meals - chocolate espresso martinis and Dutch pancakes at brunch, duck tacos and their grapefruit mezcal cocktail at happy hour, ahh, the chocolate cake...Bayberry is a win. Maybe I'll go back today.

I was pleasantly surprised with this place. A friend out on the island invited me to try this place. She's been here a few times but it was restaurant week and so why not! I ordered off of the restaurant week menu muscles for an appetizer, swordfish for my main dish and a GF flourless chocolate cake. Shocked at how well everything was seasoned and paired together, cooked to perfection. The food came out really quickly which usually is good but it was untimed so we were a little rushed. 2 exceptions for the less than 5 stars. 1- some of my muscles were fishy which well we know what that means, spit it out or you'll pay for it for a few days. So no thanks, And 2- when I was asked if I'd like another glass of wine I wanted it when I finished the one I was drinking which didn't happen he brought it right away. Idk I think they were in we're going to get slammed busy mode but they weren't actually that busy. Everything was great though I'd just say with experience comes pace.

This is a very pretty restaurant. I hadn't been back since it's changed from Maxwells. Also the service was really good. I do wish the pasta noodles were a little thinner but otherwise pretty good.

One of the best dirty martinis ive had! Didnt eat any food there. But it was chill. Nothing too crazy.

We had a great experience here tonight. Came for happy hour and sat at the bar. The place is beautiful. Have not been here since it had been renovated and taken over was surprised that it was so empty. Our bartender Alex was super friendly and despite being new was very knowledgeable. The bar menu had discounted food and drinks for happy hour. $1.50 oysters?! Yes please!! Delicious!! We also got the grilled oysters with chorizo and sofrito butter equally amazing. Then we got the poke tuna tacos and spinach dip. The spin dip was flavorful with a little kick to it and I just wish there were more tuna tacos cause they were bomb!! I got the MacArthur drink which was tequila based and I highly recommend. Will absolutely be back.

Honestly, nothing went wrong and was such a pleasant experience! We decided to host a surprise baby shower and it was for 19 people. It was the perfect place for somewhere small and intimate. They do have space for much larger parties. If you have a smalller group, they have you up front and have some partitions to separate you from the other parties. Honestly, you won't even care or know that they are happening! We had brunch from 11-2. We had some pastries to start off, they were fresh and delicious. We had to pick from a larger catering menu, they are a part of lessings, and we got 4 different options. There was also a choice of mixed berries, seasonal gelato, and unlimited mimosas and mocktails. I loved that there was a menu for people to look at and that it said "Welcome Baby". Melissa is the catering contact and honestly made things so so seamless. She even has additional contacts for a balloon arch and I am sure other places if you were to ask. Our hostess for the morning was super attentive and made it so so easy for us. Loved sitting up front at the high top tables and again, such a nice setting for someone who wants something smaller and intimate.

Sat at the bar on a Sunday night and it was quite open around 7pm. Amazing cocktail that tasted like a Pina colada' without being overly sweet. Had the steak frite and it's perfectly cooked. The bartender was friendly. The ambience is upscale without being stuffy.

My favorite spot! Food is great. Drinks are great. Had my birthday brunch here and could not have picked a better place. Laura is the GM and she's amazing at what she does. Everyone that works there is so kind and attentive. Bayberry is a restaurant that I've never had a bad experience at

The food was good and the staff was nice. The table for six of us was a booth and not very roomy. The biggest problem was the table kept getting wet and only after our meal was over did the waitress tell us it was from the leaking air conditioner vent above our table. Discussing, sure enough we all looked up and there was a slow leek over the table ( over two meals and two drinks the whole time we were there. The acting manager came over at our request and offered to move us to another table.. WE WERE DONE EATING... really? We had to suggest that at least one meal be taken off the bill, which they did. My point it fix your air conditioning vents before someone gets sick and don't sit any of your customers at that table until the leek is fixed. Lastly the restaurant was practically empty so why sit us at a table with a gross leaky vent.

Updating review - We have been to the restaurant 5 or 6 times over the last few months. We like that the doors open to the street, but disliked the smokers hanging out nearby. The smell was strong. Disappointed in the menu update and removal of the only vegetarian/with vegetable main dish (artichoke). Not sure why they are so resistant to adding a vegetarian burger option as well. Why not add a primavera or something with fresh veggies? The service was poor (forgot about us and didn't put the ticket in the kitchen) but the manager bought a round of drinks because of this which was appreciated. Will go back if the menu improves- it's a shame bc we can walk there and go to dinner frequently in town.

The Poke Appetizer is great, as is the rest of the Menu. Beautiful restaurant, and outstanding Service!!!

I had my daughters bridal brunch there the end of August. Everything was absolutely great. The food was wonderful. From the start, dealing with Melissa she made it easy and was helpful in every way. The day of the event Christina was also very attentive and helpful and made everything go so smoothly. Stephanie, the bartender was wonderful as well. I highly recommend hosting a party at the Bayberry

Formerly Maxwells, I was surprised how they really took the classic bones of the old restaurant to a modern, classy upscale feel. They still have the fireplace which is so nice. Bartenders and servers are dressed really well! Great food choices and everything comes out delicious! Highly recommend the tuna tacos and the duck tacos. One thing that's a little upsetting is the happy hour special for these really isn't a deal at all - for example the tacos are on the happy hour menu for 25% off, but they give you one less taco than it usually comes with so essentially they are the ones making out on the deal. I'm also not a big fan of the cocktail menu as I typically like more classic mixtures, but I can appreciate that they are trying to be different. Nonetheless, the service is good, ambiance is nice and the food is good. Worth giving it a shot.

Bayberry is a beautiful restaurant that has an elevated look & feel. The space is huge with plenty of tables and booths, as well as one of the largest bars I've seen in the area. On the opposite side of the main dinning room, they have even more seating, this area can also be used for private parties as it can be sectioned off from where we were. Bayberry also has an outdoor patio with a gas fire pit. Once the summer passes, I'd love to have a drink out there. They have a great menu with plenty of different options to choose from. Our waitress was Alex, she was super attentive & had great suggestions. It was also a lovely surprise to see one of our favorite waitresses from another restaurant who is now working here, Brittney. She also pointed us in the right direction with some of her favorites. The GM Laura introduced herself, and wanted to know how everything was. She was super friendly and wanted feedback to help ensure a bright future for Bayberry. We started with the Peking Duck tacos. They were packed with flavor from the mango salsa. We also tried the Parker house bread which is cooked to order, was soft and warm with an onion butter spread. For dinner, I had the Steak Frites which came with broccolini and fries. This was very good. My fiancé had the Tuna Poke Bowl, which she said is the best ones she's had. Her favorite part to set this bowl apart from others, is that this one had noodles instead of rice. For dessert we had the Tres Leche, which came with a ton of fresh fruit. We also wanted to try the Blueberry Crumb Gelato. Both of these were delicious. There's still plenty on the menu that we want to try, we are looking forward to going back there soon!

Nice vibes! Went into the restaurant and did not expect the level of decor and elegance of the bar. The bartenders were all dressed nicely and interacting with patrons and the bar was full...good sign of what's to come for the meal so I thought. Once seated the waitress was extremely nice and polite and looked into allergies for certain dishes which was very much appreciated. As far as the food, the Caesar salad was sort of an interesting flavor and was lacking something...really not much to it. Shrimp cocktail- basic. Overall dinner meals were average. Not really blown away by the dishes bc they lacked excitement and originality. Overall everything was cooked well and had a nice presentation. Would return for the bar and drinks.

Went today for Mother's Day, was the worst experience I've ever had at a restaurant. I am fine with waiting but not 1 hour for appetizers and one of my appetizers not coming till I was done with my DINNER. Then we waited another hour for our dinner plates. Yes it is a holiday sure but the restaurant was not busy at all. To top it off, food came out cold or mildly warm. One of the soups we got was burnt. We kept our food because we were beyond hungry but it was just disappointing. The staff didn't seem to understand or care of all the issues we mentioned. When the one app came after dinner we sent it back and the waiter seemed unhappy about that but why would I want it after the fact. I would not recommend this restaurant, their kitchen seems to not do well and probably lets food sit out till it gets cold. Our cups were also dirty and has a musty smell to them. Luckily, they comped the soups and our drinks as a nice gesture but we left HUNGRY. Also, the portion sizes are horrible....

When you walk into the Bayberry which is a Lessings owned restaurant, notice the light & dark teal decor & the lovely artwork , prints & photographs on the walls. The food is prepared with attention to detail in the usual excellent manner associated with a Lessings family owned restaurant! The menu does have mostly seafood for lunch & dinner, but my husband said that their lunch menu's Crispy chicken sandwich was superb! I love going there for dinner as well as I am a seafood lover! The large bar does separate the restaurant down the middle, and the left side of the restaurant does tend to be a more quiet area to sit in than the right side when you walk into the restaurant. There is free parking in the back of the place & free parking on the street in front as well. Their Sunday brunch is terrific!

Hazelnut honey butter butternut squash pasta and blueberry gelato were some of the best things I've ever eaten.

We came during restaurant week, on a Friday night. 7:15 ressie... Upon walking in we couldn't even hear ourselves and as 2 people were sat next to the end of the bar by the service station... this place needs some acoustics management, PRONTO!! While the place is beautiful, the sounds of everyone's conversations, from loud, drunken bar patrons, to families can be heard throughout... I had to yell to hubby and ask what he was having... If you want quiet, this place isn't it!! The food, however was perfect, and delicious!! The bus boy was more on it then our server, but she was also running both sides of the bar tables... so who ever set up that section of seating should be questioned? Overall, well come back on a week night!

Had an incredible experience last night at Bayberry. Arranged a fortieth birthday celebration for my sister. Laura and her staff set up a seating for our party that offered privacy and Stephanie gave us great recommendations for food and drinks. My family were so impressed not just with the food but the atmosphere. Bayberry offers something elegant and Laura has created a setting that is suitable for an upscale dining experience. We will all be back!

Amazing night at the beautiful Bayberry. From the moment we walked in this place was rocking. Love to see it. Food and service were amazing. Laura the GM and Chef Morgan who both came over to say hello have this place running like a well oiled machine. Our server checked on us throughout out meal. Water and drinks were always filled, dirty plates were cleaned after each course. Food was insane. We started with seafood tower, Spin dip, mushroom crustini and Caesar salad. All phenomenal. Dinner we had the swordfish, salmon paella, seafood pasta special which was indeed special and the scallops. Martinis and wine were great. Ended the mean with the best espresso martini and Tres Leches and Pumpkin Flan. Overall the place is amazing and underrated. Will be back very soon. Well done Bayberry.