Macari Vineyards

I had an amazing experience at Macari Vineyards. Although we made reservations during their off peak season, we enjoyed our experience thanks to our server. Since my partner and I were the only ones there it was an intimate experience for us. The ambiance is relaxing and peaceful. We did the wine tasting with 5 wines to try and they were all really good. Their pizzas are good too. The space is very huge and they have several rooms for events and gatherings. The cost for the experience is worth it and I would do it again.

I had the pleasure of visiting Macari Vineyards, and it was an outstanding experience from start to finish. The vineyard is set in a beautiful location, and the wine selection is top-notch. The staff was welcoming and knowledgeable, giving us an informative tour about their winemaking process. The ambiance was relaxed, making it a perfect place to unwind with a glass of wine while enjoying the stunning views. I highly recommend it for anyone looking to explore the North Fork and experience excellent wines in a great setting.

My son was visiting from Texas. So in midweek we stopped in to a winery I always loved taking people to try the wines. We were surprised to see how they fixed the area in front of bar. We sat down and ordered a cheese platter and some flights. Because it was empty we got the full attention of staff. Great to go in non tourist season. The platter was excellent. Took home a few bottles of wine too; it was a delightful day.

Joe Sr. the owner and staff are warm and welcoming they even took me to their private farm and beach on the property (not open to the public). Their flights and bottles are outstanding. Macari is known for their wine distribution globally. Best Winery on the North Fork.

Macari hosted our team for a special dinner. The venue (we dined in the wine cellar) was absolutely gorgeous...when you first walk in, it gives you that WOW factor. The service was incredible -- they were so accommodating and personable, and they provided continuous service without being overbearing . And the food and wine were very tasty. I would absolutely go to Macari again -- both for personal leisure and for a work event.

My bridesmaids surprised me with a private wine tasting at Macari Vineyards for a stop during my bachelorette trip and we had an absolute blast!! Kevin, our guide through the experience, was extremely attentive and was kind enough to take photos for us in addition to educating us on the history of their beautiful vineyard. All of the staff members were kind during our experience. Loved it here and I will highly recommend stopping by! Wine was delicious as well!

Macari Vineyards deserves 4.5 stars since the wine is good, the tasting room with the large deck is awesome, and overall the servers were friendly. With respect to knowledge, it would be good if the training was a bit more rigorous so knowledge of the wines and overall wine knowledge would be easily accessible to their servers. This was a little lacking but not bad by any means. The other minor annoyance was that their credit card readers were not working very well at all and we heard that this was a longstanding problem when we ran across someone who had previously worked at Macari. Overall great experience and would definitely recommend a reservation especially if you want a seat on the deck facing the vineyard.

We’ve always loved this vineyard and stop in every single time we’re out east. We joined their wine club a couple yrs ago so we pick up our wines at least 4x a yr here, but def go there more often than that. Some wines are great and LOVE them, some not so much, but you can’t please everyone w/every wine so that’s expected. We love that every single time we go there we’re greeted so nicely, everyone is so warm and friendly and the service is great. Abby waited on us on Mother’s Day again and she’s one of the very best. Went out of her way for us and will continue to go back and buy wine here, (great charcuterie boards and hummus too), because of service like Abby’s and all the other pluses here. Beautiful place too. Love it here. My fiancé even proposed to me here. Great memories made here every time!

Macari Vineyard is always a favorite! We came here last year and had such a great experience that we had to visit again. One of the best things about this place is how dog-friendly they are. our dogs were even allowed indoors with us, which is a rare treat. This time, we were seated at the indoor terrace, where we enjoyed stunning panoramic views of the vineyard. The interior is beautifully designed, classy and elegant, yet cozy enough to feel completely at ease. Their wine selection is extensive, and everything we tried was great. The staff were not only super friendly and accommodating but also absolutely adored our dogs, which made us feel even more welcome. Macari Vineyard has the perfect mix of great wine, gorgeous views, and warm hospitality. It's always a memorable experience, and we'll definitely keep coming back. Highly recommend for wine lovers and dog lovers alike!

Great experience and worth the drive out from Great Neck! Ambiance: just lovely, super classy, pretty view of the farm. I noticed they have a private room for parties. Service: waiter was attentive and explained the history of the place, along with brief bios of each of the wines. Food: we got the pesto pizza (not pictured) and it was solid. Hummus was delicious. Olives were good! Drinks: husband loved his wine tasting and bought a bottle of red to take home. I got the Tost non-alcoholic ginger tea and it was great. Merchandise: they have a section of artisanal things for sale. The chocolate is really not worth it and I regret spending so much money on that. The pesto, spreads, and tapenades were great. Your table is reserved for 90 minutes, but we took our sweet time and were out in 50. FYI if you're not drinking, you can email them and they'll pre-charge you $20 instead of the usual $40.

Beautiful vineyard with indoor, outdoor and enclosed patio seating. The main tasting room is sit down only with a variety of options to try. Friendly and informative staff.

I love the atmosphere and openness of the place when you first walk in. It was a Tuesday so we got seated very quickly. We started off with 3 tastings first. Then when we were done she poured the other two tastings. My husband and I shared the hummus and pita chips platter which was absolutely delicious, and yes I took the hummus home as it was huge portion and was very tasty. Only downside is that I felt it was a little pricey. Otherwise great wine, great service and even better company.

I have been a wine club member at Macari for quite some time and I wish I visit more often to enjoy some of the members' benefits. I managed to visit this past Saturday with some guests from out-of-state. I wanted to seize the moment and showcase New York/Long Island wine country. Macari did not disappoint! Macari is aesthetically pleasing, from the wine bar to the indoor tasting room which gives way to the closed-in deck. The effort to simple details was not missed by us - for example, the furniture on the closed-in deck is iron but there are sheepskin throws (synthetic fur) on each chair which warms up the whole appearance. Service was superb - our waiter (I am bummed I do not remember his name) eloquently described the wines as he poured. He was warm and invited us to inquire about any of the wines. We started our tasting with the Sparkling Pino Noir (I strongly recommend this sparkling) - the flavors of the berries were profound and quite refreshing. We continued with Macari's different Chardonnays, Tocai Friulano (this wine is only available in the tasting room and not available for online purchase as I have tried to order it). And we wrapped up our tasting with the Dos Aguas. Dos Aguas is a medium body blend which paired very well with their pizza. Tasting Room Notes - I would like to see Macari showcase Bergen Road as a part of its tasting menu. It is a gem and one of Macari's greatest reds (full body). I love the pizza menu which is new (first time for me). It is a great benefit when one can go wine tasting and have lunch at the same place/time. And, Oh la la - the new addition - The Olive Oil! - it has such a punch. I came home with 2 bottles. Offers baguettes and you will have me coming back! Hints - reservation is strongly recommended, even for wine club members.

Food, err, boozey drink ala wine. Service - good service Ambiance - charming and romantic Verdict - good looking winery. Just wished that they are open late with food because this place would definitely looks charming and romantic

Came here on a cloudy Saturday morning(don't judge) to wait out the rain for an outdoor excursion near by. We were a party of four and we got seated right away, which is apparently not the norm and we got lucky. We all did the tasting menu and got a few things to munch on too. The mushroom pizza with chili oil was DELICIOUS. I got a few bottles to go because it was quite good. My favorite was one of their Chardonnays.

We had a delightful experience at this vineyard. The service was prompt, and the views were breathtaking. The vineyard has panoramic vistas of lush grape vines. The price isn't bad either and the charcuterie board was delicious and a truly perfect match for their wide range of delicious wine!

Birthday party for my cousin! Beautiful beautiful beautiful vineyard, after the private party indoors we moved outside for laughs and games. I was a little disappointed in lack of sweet red wines but hey it wasn't my party. I enjoyed the overall wine tasting experience and the vibe was the best here. Excellent host and customer service as well

I came here with a group of friends when Covid was still very much a concern. We were so impressed with their outdoor dining setup. The tables were nicely spaced from each other and our table comfortably fit our 5 person group. We also were not rushed and leisurely did a wine tasting, as well as ate a cheese, fruit, and bread tasting. Highly recommend for groups! We came during the afternoon to enjoy the nice early fall weather and then went out to eat for dinner in the Riverhead area. Great day trip from NYC!

An excellent, excellent time yesterday for the 4 of us and my little Zoey. Our Pita chips with Hummus was delicious (We ordered 2 of them) and the Charcutterie Board with an assortment of cheese, cold cuts, figs, dried fruit, nuts, olives, and hummus was amply portioned, fresh and delicious! And maybe most important, we all enjoyed the wines, so much so that I really couldn't pick a favorite. I chose a sampling of their reds, a Cabernet Franc, Malbec, and a Petit Verdot. All three had a different taste on the pallet, and all delicious. And also most important, a huge shout out to Jeff our server, for the great suggestions and service!! Macari has a huge covered and heated patio area, comfortable seating, a private tasting room and a bar area. And Pet Friendly is a huge plus! An excellent choice for an afternoon out and I am sure we will return!!!!

This place was one of our last vineyard stops and it seemed liked the most commercial. You can tell they have been doing this for a while. Beautiful layout inside and out. We had reservations and got a seat on the patio. Not near the edge but not in the direct sunlight either. Our server was amazing and had us setup with lots of wine to taste. Everything was good. All of the wines were pricey and nothing jumped out that we wanted to spring for so we just enjoyed our flights and took in the scenery.

I have visited Macari vineyards twice and it's such a great vineyard to spend amazing time at! I know reservations are tough here, but we always found a spot outside for self service and it's as much fun! My favorite part of this vineyard is great wine but also the fact that they are dog friendly. They love dogs here! My doggie even got a sweet gift from their staff. My favorite wine here is Syrah and Chardonnay. We always order the cheese and charcuterie board, it's huge and delicious!

One of the nicest vineyards with indoor seating for the winter time! They have the back deck enclosed but you can still have a nice view of the vineyard and sunset. They have heating and nice 'fur' throws on the chairs so it's a comfortable temperature. I'm not sure if they take walk-ins for tables but I'm sure you can stand at the high tops by the bar for a tasting if you wanted. We made a reservation and pre-booked the flights. For $40 you get three tastings and a cheese plate (which is fairly nice and filling compared to other places) and for an additional $15 you get two more tastings. The wines were wonderful, I prefer the cab franc from the flight and I had a glass of malbec afterwards upon recommendation and I was not disappointed! The staff was very friendly and informative. We arrived a bit too early for our reservation and were gratefully given a glass of sparking cab franc (I think that's what it was) while we waited for our table! Unfortunately our Uber was taking a long time to come (after the tasting room closed) but the staff was so sweet and allowed us to wait as long as needed and some even offered us a ride. I'm blown away by the hospitality and overall experience

Came to the vineyard on a nice outing. This place is dog friends so we took the opportunity to bring the pups along (sorry the little one was barking!!!) We had the 3 glass flight accompanied by some bread cheese and meats. I love the fig spread, it made me realize that I've never had good fig! It was such a pleasant afternoon! Would recommend to anyone willing to drive a little further out!

Was my first time trying a vineyard out on Long Island for the many years we've be going. After seeing the reviews of this place we had to check it out. The outside seating is beautiful and even the inside is quite exquisite. We ended up getting 3 bottles to try with 2 to go. Overall, great winery and will be back in the summer!

Very nice winery on the North Fork of Long Island. Reservations required. Picturesque vineyard. Outdoor and indoor seating. Tables all had umbrellas too. Tasting reservation gets you 3 wine samples and a mini charcuterie board with bread, cheese, ham, fig spread and almonds. Staff was so nice. We had one member of our party cancel at the last minute and they refunded me for that person. Awesome staff.

Pretty nice vineyard. We visited on Wednesday afternoon. We reserved summer flight through their website. It was $35 for each person and gratitude not included on the price, so bring some cash. We had 3 wines for each person. White, rose, red. A plate of gourmet cheese and charcuterie as well. The portion of the wine was kind of more than normal tasting flight which we loved about. Cheese and charcuterie goes well with the wine. There is vineyard where you can take a walk. It's definitely worth to walk a little. Taste 4/5 Service 4/5 Mood 5/5

Wine is amazing! The ambiance has a great vibe! A great place to enjoy with family, friends, significant other. Not to far from Briermere Farms.

Macari Vineyards makes a very nice Sauvignon Blanc. One of the best on the North Fork. I can not speak for the other wines... as I do not recall having had any. The tasting room is a bit too much for me. It is big, rather commercial looking, and seems set up for large events. Birthdays and Bachelorette kind of events. I usually just drive in and buy a few bottles of Sauvignon Blanc and then head on home. It is also a rather large vineyard and seems to be a popular wine (no matter what the varietal) in most restaurants on the island, including Shelter Island and the Hamptons. Well, good for them! If I wasn't so anti-social I would give them more stars...

Goo now!! the food and drinks were great and plenty of nice people . Great for a day with the family

We enjoyed small bites that were purchased on site. Cheeses, crackers & Sauvignon Blanc wine to pair made this afternoon absolutely perfect. What's better than sitting in the vineyards surrounded by the fragrant grapes, & music playing in the background. Service was done with a smile. The server described every wine & made great suggestions. We will be back!

Beautiful location with a fun tasting experience. The staff explain each wine well, and there was great variety in the flavors. After the tasting, I bought a bottle of ice wine, which was delicious. I recommend this vineyard, but make sure to make a reservation ahead of time.

Loved the place. They have a great outdoor seating area, as well as a place in the grass. Their wine selection is delicious along with the food pairing they offer. The staff was extremely helpful and friendly. Keep in mind you do have to make a reservation.

Very nice, upscale, Vinyard out east with a large out door seating area and private tasting room. Came here for the first time the other day and although on the pricey side compared to other vinyards in the area we had a nice time. They have a limited selection of wine, however the wine that we tried was very good. The red blend being my favorite. They have food available on their outdoor deck which looked good but, you need a reservation to sit there. They also have plenty of lawn seating which is perfect to relax at while having your wine and a snake. Overall a nice upscale Vinyard to stop at if you don't mind paying a little more per glass.

Audrey was amazing. We could not reccomend this family friendly, dog friendly, beautiful vineyard more!

I love this place! Excellent everything! People are great and wine is spectacular! Food was great as well. Worth a visit!

Macari Vineyards only accepts reservations. I definitely felt that their tasting was overpriced but it was a wonderful experience. We were served 3 different types of wines and each received a cheese platter with ham, cheese and fig jelly. I found the platter to be just as delicious as the wine! The wines were chosen for us and they were the sauvignon blanc, rose and cabernet franc. I enjoyed everything but the rose wine, it just felt a bit off for me. The sauvignon blanc was the best one I've tasted out of any vineyard that I've been to. I decided to buy a bottle to take home. The grounds are really pretty but I admit that this place is a tad bit small for my liking. Nonetheless the winery is beautiful and I love how they decorated the inside. The tasting room was also really beautiful. I had a great experience at Macari.

The winery is aesthetically beautiful with lots is staff available for a assistance. The Chardonnay was quite nice. There were tables available with a sophisticated setup. The tasting was very nice and the charcuterie was well worth the price. It was very generous. There are tents available out back to rent pp that are very cozy. If you're looking to host an event or looking for something a bit more upscale this is the place.

Beautiful vineyard and location. The food and wine were great. Our server was Kevin, he was knowledgeable and kind, as well as attentive. One thing I do have an issue with was when I went inside after paying with half a bottle left that we didn't get it finish and wanted to take home, the women behind the counter ignored me and when she realized I was there, she looked up and said: "do you need something?" I said, just a cap or something for the top of the bottle to take home. She seemed annoyed that I was asking and proceed to tell me that she doesn't have anything that will fit that particular bottle. Then, another employee came out and told us he would help us, in which he did. Not sure who this woman working there thought she was, but she was extremely rude.

My wife and I stopped on the way home from the Orient Point Ferry and had a Great Experience ! Nice Server (wish I remembered her name) who really answered all our questions and was knowledgeable on all her wines ! Great Cheese board and weather made for a pleasant afternoon. Very Well Done and the Wines are Great Too ! We Will be Back !!! Thanks - BBIII

Held my daughter's baby shower here with a brunch/tasting in the Rosé Room. They did a wonderful job! Staff was kind and courteous. Food was delicious! Event coordinator Lauren did a wonderful job!

After trying to get in several times and being turned away due to unavailability, we finally got to experience Macari vineyards. The scenery is picturesque overlooking the vineyard and the wine is top notch.

Vineyard was beautiful! Wine was absolutely great. I only went for wine tasting and I'm so happy I went. Waiters were attentive. Wish the wine tasting was longer and had more options. The food was mid. We shared a charcuterie and cheese board and there wasn't much of a selection.

Our first time visiting Macari Vineyards which is the most difficult vineyards to get into. A reservation is required along with a deposit. We've tried to stop in while we're in the neighborhood a few times but failed. It was definitely worth the wait & I'm so glad we went we enjoyed the flight and the entire vineyard experience. Our server was amazing and so knowledgeable it was awesome experience with her. Sorry I forgot her name this review is from a few months ago. The cheese platters were perfect & the wine is one of the best for Long Island. I would definitely recommend Macari Vineyards.

My fiancé brought me here for my 30th birthday. It was such a beautiful experience. The ambiance is beautiful and they had decorated for the fall which made the experience feel very cozy. The wines and charcuterie boards were delicious. We live out waitress as she was very informative. She informed us about their amazing wine program. We are definitely considering it and will reach out soon.

My husband surprised me making reservations at Macari Vineyards! I LOVED EVERYTHING from the moment I walked in! They have amazing decor and a beautiful tree when you walk in. It is spacious and they have a great ambiance! They conduct temperature checks, require 6 feet of social distancing and masks. The hosts and waitress were very welcoming, knowledgeable and friendly! The wine tasting experience was great! The charcuterie was tasty! We ordered snacks after as well and another bottle of wine to drink. Ofcourse we took a bottle home because MACARI wine is perfection! Loved it! I will definitely return to Macari Vineyards!

What you would expect from a vineyard in New York. You come here to hang with your friends and families. Friendly staff. Very average wine. They quoted themselves as "the most ambitious producer on the North Fork". It made me laugh.

Beautiful vineyard but mediocre tasting experience. My friend and I booked for a two people wine tasting, and arrived just on time. For covid measure, they are only allow people with reservation in, which is great. We were seated right away, but no staff attended our table or show any attention to us. The server seems to only be interested in the bigger tables, ie more than 4 people. We were told to order the wines ourselves at the bar. Wine was ok, the view is really nice, and I actually enjoyed the Sauvignon Blanc. However, we paid 20 for each for the Macari Experience package, and 45 minutes in, we got none of that. I got so confused what we paid for, and had to end up asking three different staff for it. Ends up, the 20 dollar is for the cheese plate. It is not bad, quantity wise. However, the lack of attention did put me off a bit. It seems they are only interested in bigger table which orders by bottles, and not in smaller party like us. Overall, the lack of service is a bit disappointing.

Had a reservation, waited about :25 and did feel a little rushed through our tasting but was still a lovely experience

This place seems to be one of the more popular vineyards in the area. Large parking lot . A lot of people The inside is pretty large . They have a store . I saw two tasting bars. You can also get a table in the patio or on the grass . Tables come with table service which is nice There was some music There was a pizza food truck called Avelino What I liked about this place was that they had a dessert pairing . 3 wines and 3 types of chocolates . I enjoyed that. The patio was nice because it's covered and shields you from the sun on hot days This is a more social and busier winery.

We were blown away by our amazing experience at Macari Vineyards this past weekend. Everything was perfection, from the gorgeous private room to the impeccable service and delicious food! The wine selection for our tasting was superb as well. Thank you Macari, for making my sister's bachelorette party just right!

Our trip to Macari vineyards was excellent. The atmosphere is calm and peaceful and it is also very trendy. They really do a great job decorating. It felt like we were transported to Italy when we were looking out at the great view of the vineyard. Our party was in the private tasting suite and everything was set up perfectly. When we walked in there was a welcome drink, a flight of 5 wines with descriptions of each one as well as different types of foods. There was a large charcuterie board with bread, kale and butternut squash salad, a variety of sandwiches, and some apple fritters. They also ended up bringing out a delicious tray of Mac and cheese which was really tasty. They had ample amount of seating and music to choose from. Overall it was a nice experience, but it is definitely a little pricey for what you are getting. One thing we wish is that they would have at least given a few bottles of wine for the price. The flight pours were really small and our party of 7 ended up buying 3 more bottles of wine. We had a great experience in the private tasting suite and it is good if you want privacy with your group, but the price is a little steep for what you're getting.

DISCLAIMER: I'm a beer drinker. Just wanted to make that clear so any wino that checks out this five star review understands where I'm coming from. Now that doesn't mean I dislike wine. Truth be told, most of the women in my life prefer the grapes, and so I put on the good son/sibling/boyfriend hat and we venture off to wonderful wineries now and then, like Macari. I've been to my fair share of Long Island wine country spots with many proving to be formidable amongst the sipping scene, though nothing has entirely grabbed me by the grape vine and made me a true fan. I'd say Macari has a real shot. Starting with setting, their Vineyard is beautiful in decor and size with a welcomed feeling upon entry (nothing that makes you feel like you need to fall under the term snooty to be in here). The wine tasting area isn't vast and you'll stand, but if you're looking for seating, just around the wall of this section is a vast room of tables and waiter service. We didn't opt for this, but I liked the ability to choose. Once situated, we were helped by one of the super friendly employees who walked us through the different wine tastings available. They were broken down by wine styles (reds, whites, etc), but they let us in on a secret tasting selection that combined a little of each (my mother was all over this one as she likes almost all types). The girlfriend optioned for whites while my sis went for the reds. I sipped some of them all (designated driver duties). Like I said, I prefer some yeast, water, malt, and hops....but something was a little different this time. Things tasted crisp, fresh, superb. Perhaps it had nothing to do with Macari. Perhaps on that day, my pallet decided to grow up and become more mature. Perhaps there's something in those grapes. Who knows? All I can say is I've never been a fan of red wines, but after trying a few here (Syrah 14' FTW!), I was considering the purchase of a bottle. A couple of the whites (Sauvignon Blanc 16' led the pack) also got me goin'. Months later, I still think about some of these and that's part of what sparked this somewhat belated review. Despite all my beer love, if you're still makin' a vino-laden impact on my mind, consider that a win, Macari. Overall, I might not have any idea what I'm talkin' about. Really I picked this vineyard because Macari had good Yelp reviews (sing it with me: "That's what Yelp is forrrrr"), so maybe those that do enjoy a glass of grapes more often than me can agree that Macari is a truly wine-worthy spot on Long Island. Consider a repeat candidate, especially if I can get one of the women in my world to drive (so I can drink!).

really nice please. one of my favorite wineries in long island. Wine is decent and the staff super nice.

Charcuterie game was strong but severely lacking in the fig jam dept! What's with that very small amount of honey that doesn't even spread on anything?? Presentation was an A plus but execution failed in my book, there was bread but nothing to put on it & the honey to everything else ratio was way off and for $42 I was not impressed. The horse rosè was solid tho. It was a nice afternoon and this winery is beautiful and our waitress was phenomenal but I didn't catch her name unfortunately.

Great experience at this vineyard as we rented a private tent on the grounds of the vineyard. The food was delicious. The ambience was amazing. The service was great. We reserved the venue in the winter. The interior was warm and very comfortable

Loved going Beautiful place Delicious wine We went in November and sat outside even though it was a little chilly