Whiskey Down Diner

I found out that L.I got some food spots! A real diner witha twist. Pizza burger with mozzarella sticks, turkey sandwich on a pretzel croissant and a steak egg and cheese was delicious. The old fashioned and espresso martini with a gelato amazing.

Delicious food and big portions! The fall margarita flight was strong and worth it. Loved the variety of choices.

Amazing, loved it. Food was delicious, eclectic, and service on point. Very festive atmosphere, will definitely go again.

Honestly, food was great - large and on charge... everything was well proportioned to the advantage of the patron. Highly recommend the salmon bowl - so good. The chicken wings are perfection... get without sauces on them and twist on the side to dip instead... crispy and delish. Entities else was tasty as well. Only thing that bothered me is someone who apparently worked there was having her hair braided and messed with at a table in the middle of the diner... it was distracting and inappropriate. But whatever... food was great and service on point. Well recommended.

This is more than a diner it has it all. The food is delicious everytime we go with a big selection, the dessert are out of this world and dont get me started on the drinks. Once you go there you will always go back from breakfast lunch or dinner they have it all cover.

We ordered the Chicken Parm ala Vodka Fries, as well as 2 Summer 2025 Breakfast Paninis with Home Fries and their Chipotle Aioli. The food was excellent, everything was really tasty and would recommend!

The 2 stars are solely based on the service we experienced. Went for lunch around 11. While we were waiting a couple asked if they could seat at some opening seats at the bar when they went to take them the bartender said other people were going to be seating there. Turns out it was the owner according the hostess. It just seemed odd to be taking up multiple seats on a busy Sunday where your customer waitlist was running about 35-50 minutes. The hostess was very nice and friendly. She gave some opinions on some of the food we were looking at. The wait was about 35 mins for two. Once seated we still waited a bit for server to come over. When she finally did there was no hello or welcome. A simple “all set? Or need a minute. We ordered starters and entrees. Apps came out quick and no issues. Entrees came out and one of the two wasn’t what we had ordered. Sent it back and waited for the correct one to come out. It was a cheddar waffle and fried chicken. The waffle was very soggy and just not appealing so set that back also declining an option for something new. What annoyed me was when taking that back the server then commented “should have just stuck with the original one huh?” Like her ringing in the incorrect food was the better option. Then while coming back from the bathroom was overheard complaining about us to one of the busboys. The manager was apologetic about the situation and offered something in replacement but we were just ready to get out of there at this point. Over all it’s a shame about the serving experience because the food that we did eat was delicious.

Katrina…. a true angel. Couldn’t ask for a better waitress. Food, drinks, and amazing service. Won’t be going anywhere else in Farmingdale for my breakfast and lunch needs. Have yourself a day and sit at the bar and grab a drink with Katrina.

Just love the food and cocktails and this fabulous restaurant. We had lunch today and everything was perfect! Our waitress, Erin, gave us great suggestions and was a pleasure the whole time. No rush, just enjoy Great experience!!!

Whiskey Down Diner is so much more than a diner. Yes, it looks like a traditional diner. But there is so much more to their dishes than what you typically find. Located in the main street area of Farmingdale, Whiskey Down is a great place to stop for a burger, breakfast for dinner, or an overembelished milkshake. They feature milkshake specials each month, and they are SO worth it. Make sure you save room for one! The prices are consistent with diner prices, and the portions are large for the price point. Caveats: Read the signage wherever you park. The Main Street area of Farmingdale has a lot of parking, but each lot/meter may have its own rules. Also, the diner is not a large venue, and the waiting area is small. Be prepared to stand, or even wait outside. Whatever you choose to eat, I promise it will be worth it!

Whiskey Down Diner left a lasting impression on me and my family. While in the area, I searched Yelp for a good diner and came across this gem, which had about 4.5 stars. I'm so glad I decided to give it a try. From the moment we walked in to the moment we left, everything was excellent. The vibe is welcoming, the décor is stylish, and there's outdoor seating. We ordered a variety of dishes--salads, steak and eggs, burgers, and French toast--and everything was absolutely delicious. Everyone in my group was happy with their meal. The only downside? I made sure to personally thank the manager. I know managers usually hear complaints, so I wanted to share just how satisfied I was. If you're in the area, do yourself a favor and stop by. You won't be disappointed.

After another visit- still great tasting, innovative menu with great drinks! The chicken Caesar sandwich is such a great twist on this popular menu item. Again, the waitress was so helpful and accommodating with menu questions.

Great diner option in fun, downtown Farmingdale. Big menu with lots of options, and their seasonal specials menu offers lots of tantalizing options. I ordered off the specials - went there for the lobster roll but it was no longer available even though the website menu still had it up. No worries, pivoted to the butternut squash soup with delicious cubes of bacon and pumpkin seeds, and the chicken Caesar sandwich on a delicious pretzel croissant. Service was fine, and it was quite busy for a weekday lunch. Def worth a shot if you need an easy, informal option!

This is one of my go to spots, the food is always on point and the waitstaff is always very nice and accommodating!

I was a bit nervous, seeing a place with a huge menu always makes me skeptical but Whiskey Down delivered!! The star of the show was the apple crumb pancakes- so insanely delicious and not too heavy (though super sweet). The sweet potato tots on the side were crispy and delicious and an ENORMOUS portion. Others really liked the breakfast burrito, burgers, and breakfast poutine! My hot honey sliders were the only let down because the biscuit was super pale and tasted very under done, almost raw. The portions were huge for the price and everyone had leftovers. It is busy and we did wait an hour for a large party on Sunday morning but once seated the food came out almost immediately and they move tables quickly.

This place has been hyped FOREVER to me, and I finally got to try it. I'm not sure what I was expecting exactly, I think maybe a bit nicer of an interior? But it really is just a regular diner. Much smaller than a typical Greek-run diner, and I'll say not as nice, either. It seemed a little dirty when I sat down, food on the floor, dirty water cups, water-splotched silverware. I was very surprised that everyone in my family talks about this place like it's the best ever. Menu is huge, and pretty cool that they have special seasonal menus, a lot of what sounded interesting to try. I was debating between a few things, but ultimately went with the chicken souvlaki. I was hoping for a great sandwich, especially with the Greek Key paper placemats, but what arrived was in no way a traditional souvlaki. The chicken was wrong, huge chunks, no grilled char, some pieces gristley. Also a bit confused at the dressing on it when it should have been tzatziki. I think it was some sort of vinaigrette. The pita was thick and dry, definitely generic bagged pita. Feta was sparce as well. Fries were fine. Tried a bite of their tuna sandwich which was good. I'd probably try breakfast food if I ever came back here.

I had a gift card that I wanted to use at this place. For some reason I thought they wouldn't look like a usual diner based on the videos I saw on social media. But it looks like a regular diner when you look in, except for the fact that they have an outdoor area. The food is unlike "typical" diner food though. I would say it's slightly elevated that regular diner food, and their price reflects that. I decided to get the lobster tacos. They were huge and packed with so much lobster cabbage, and other toppings. I actually ate only one, and saved the other one for the next day cause the portions were huge. Our server was pretty friendly, pretty nice to visit once in a while.

I was really shocked after coming here. I had heard mixed reviews but I had an incredible experience here. Our waitress was so friendly and kind and had a great suggestion of the chicken Caesar Sando. Wow that was probably the best sandwich I've ever had. The pretzel croissant was INSANE!!! The salad was well dressed and everything was so tasty! I can't wait to come back!

This is a staple lunch place for our family especially in the summer when we can sit outside with our dog. We have come to expect fast, efficient service with the food coming out relatively quick. The food is the typical brunch fare but with a variety of options including the taco sets. Good vegetarian options are available if you are looking & the is plenty of parking around the back of the restaurant if you have problems with street parking.

This diner is such a cozy spot with an amazing menu you honestly can't go wrong with whatever you order! They offer a seasonal menu that keeps things fresh and exciting every time you visit. The portions are large and satisfying. We tried the steak panini sandwich and it was absolutely incredible tender, flavorful steak packed inside perfectly toasted bread. Definitely one of our favorite dishes! On top of all that, the prices are very affordable, making it a great place to enjoy a delicious meal without breaking the bank. Highly recommend checking it out!

Great breakfast spot! Stopped in on my weekend trip and was pleased. Ordered French toast bites for the table and they were a huge hit. Still thinking about them! Pancakes were good I had a breakfast wrap - large portion and full of flavor. My husband had a breakfast salad and that was fantastic and very filling. All of our friends really enjoyed their meals too. Everyone kept saying how large the portions were. Place had a line but we opted to sit outside to avoid the wait. It was a beautiful day out. Service was good and the staff was kind.

My whole table enjoyed their meals! I got an ABC omelette with sourdough toast and a coffee! It was amazing! Huge portions! The ambiance is amazing, especially all decorated for Christmas. Our server was super friendly and attentive! Highly recommend checking this spot out!

My favorite diner .. best food. The seasonal menus is phenomenal. Portions are huge and service is amazing.

Breakfast/Brunch favorite. Been there about 1/2 dozen times. Consistently good. Friendly staff.

Always a great breakfast or lunch. Always great and polite friendly service. My favorite lunch is the Gyro platter. And for breakfast or lunch the best BLT around. Served with fries, slaw and a pickle. And outdoor seating on their patio when it's warmer.

My first time here, it's a small diner with a bar and great food. The service was pretty fast but the young lady was seating 2 ppl who came in long after us first, not a good look. She sat 2 other couples also. We were going to leave but I'm glad we didn't the food was great. Our waitress gave me two recommendations and she was on point. I will definitely be returning to try other items on the menu

Another great meal at whiskey down! Food was excellent and large portions! Service was great and Noel, our server was wonderful! Great menu , and lots of vegetarian options. Definitely try to whipped feta/ ricotta toast appetizer. They have outdoor seating as well. Parking on the street and municipal parking lots.

Very cozy spot so call for a reservation. The menu is impressive and the food matches. Go try it! All they are missing is milk shakes.

I found out that L.I got some food spots! A real diner witha twist. The service at the bar was friendly and fast. Pizza burger with mozzarella sticks, turkey sandwich on a pretzel croissant and a steak egg and cheese was delicious. The old fashioned and espresso martini with a gelato amazing.

We went to Whiskey Down on a Sunday around 1pm. There were a number of people waiting to be seated. The hostess greeted us immediately and told us it would be about 15 minutes for a party of 2 inside. We had a seat in front of the hostess stand and waited to be called. As parties pf all sizes filtered in and out, the hostess proceeded to seat another couple of 2 who had walked in 2 minutes earlier and completely forgot about us. She apologized taking full responsibility for the mix up, which we appreciated. But then we had to wait another 7ish minutes before another table was available. After being seated it took about 4-5 minutes for a server to come to our table. The server was friendly and knowledgeable. The table was clean, bathrooms were clean and they even had seating outdoors with umbrellas which was nice. The food was good, but like everything else took a very long time to come out. The best thing we had was the chicken Cesar Sando. They were also sold out of some of the items on the menu. Overall it was a fine experience. The food was fine, the place was cute, but the wait times for seating and food and service was nothing I have seen before at other similar establishments. Give it a try if you're in the area, my experience wasn't the best but many people have wonderful things to say about this restaurant.

Ok came here on a Sunday afternoon around 1130am, not my style but i worked crazy hours and slept in some. Getting here i noticed a crowd and knew there would be some sort of wait.... Walked in for my birthday breakfast with wifey and low and behold.... TWO BAR SEATS!!!! We sat Asap! I am pleaseedddddd. The menu is def capable of tantalizing any taste buds but you know im going for something sweet. I haven't had a good waffle in a while so i got the whiskey down waffle and man am i happy i did. This thing was delicious and i inhaled it slight fluffyness in a few quick bites to the point i didnt get it in the picture. I also got some sweet potato tots to accompany my breakfast and a nice ipa off tap which hit the mark. The place is small and fills up quickly but for good reason the food was top notch. They have a good menu which is now leaving motivation for another visit so i cant wait to come bacm

Been wanting a lobster roll for a few weeks and this one definitely delivered. Flavorful and fresh, the bread was perfectly crispy and buttery. The service was great. The place is cute, had some outdoor seating area which was a nice surprise, definitely want to go back to try other dishes.

Went on a Sunday afternoon and it was pretty packed inside but I was looking to sit outside with my dog and had no wait. The service was quick and appreciated. The chicken and waffles were , and the boozy coffee flight was a fun decision haha loved trying all the fall flavors

Food was delicious. Got the vodka chicken panini off of the holiday menu. The chicken was so tasty and the fried mozzarella on top was the icing on the cake. Such a great portion! Service is always excellent!

This is my third time going and food-wise still staying consistent which is great. We went on a Saturday night it was rather busy however they seemed really short staffed in general. Our waitress was pleasant but she didn't check in and took a really long time for her to even come. The reason why I'm losing a star unfortunately is because I got a milkshake $10 and it was bad it tasted like something was really off. She saw my face didn't say anything and for whatever reason I decided not to say anything either and I just sucked it up. They seemed really overwhelmed with the amount of people. I'll still go back but I probably wouldn't go on a Saturday night.

Friday night out with a galpal. Our first time here. Small, but large enough to hold a Friday night crowd. Efficient wait staff. Food came quickly. Hot. Diner sits on a busy Main Street Parking can be challenging, but there is a parking lot a couple blocks down. Not expensive. We will be back

I ordered the chicken Caesar Sando with the margarita flight (from their winter menu) the sandwich was unbelievably good and the flight was a great selection of drinks! Staff was very attentive.

I've been here a couple times and the food and service is always great. The "seasonal" chicken ceasar sando is a MUST TRY and they need to make it a permanent menu item already. Pro tip: get a side of ceasar to dip your fries in and thank me later! I do have two (relatively minor) qualms about this place: 1. Some of dishes incorporate a LOT of different flavors which can be off putting at times. Most recently, I got the Ultimate BEC sandwich which I felt was ruined by an overly sweet bacon onion jam that came on it. Be sure to check each ingredient of your dish because the sweetness was unexpected and I would have enjoyed the sandwich a lot more without it. 2. The Heinz ketchup at the table isn't really Heinz which I find misleading and dangerous (for allergy and cross-contamination purposes). The ketchup also came out brown and was really not tasty. In my opinion, a diner should always have quality ketchup and the cost saving for the restaurant cannot be worth the poor taste/false advertising. Overall, worth checking out for their popular menu items. Just bring your own ketchup!

Abigail you Queen, thank you for putting us on to the holiday menu. This was delicious. The place is always packed, for good reason. I recommend to everyone.

Stopped by today after seeing their boozy iced coffee flight on TikTok and was not disappointed! There was a 25 minute wait but our server was super attentive once we were sat. The seating was all booths with a full bar. Please also be mindful that this diner is located in a busy Main Street in town where there's a lot of foot traffic and parking was mainly on one side of the street with metered lots surrounding the area. I loved the chicken parm allá vodka fries! The chicken wasn't as crispy but as you can see the whole order was just smothered in cheese which surprisingly wasn't overwhelming. The boneless wings were more on the popcorn chicken side in terms of size but their chipotle bbq sauce was amazing. It did miss the mark and I would love to see more of the heat from the chipotle come through. All in all would recommend if you find yourself in the Farmingdale, NY area.

More like a 4.5 but The place can get a little packed and crowded - so be warned on waiting. But the food is plentiful and delicious. The drink menu is super fun, though the cocktails are not too strong but they're still tasty. The prices are good - pretty standard. Definitely would be back again

This spot was great for lunch and brunch. Just happened to be in the area and my husband was hungry. He found this spot and wanted to check it out. Loved the name of it. The service was on point. Food was awesome and vibe was great. I ordered the salmon lettuce wrap with sweet potato tater tots. They both were delicious and would definitely order it again. Can't wait to come again.

The food was ok, the service was ok and overall it wouldn't be my first choice to go back there again. The diner is cute we waited about 10 minutes to get a table and the hostess was friendly and we were able to look at the menus while we waited.

This place is overrated, overpriced and overhyped. The food was just ok, nothing to write home about. I had the breakfast club sandwich with eggs, turkey, bacon and ham. The meats were overcooked and dry. The hubs had the tuna salad sandwich, he said it was bland and average. MIL had the chicken salad sandwich, she said it was just ok. The onion rings were good. The server was a nice guy.

Super tasty brunch food and fast service. Their hot chocolate flights looked amazing even though I didn't order. I got the seasonal apple crumb pancake stack and it made 2 fantastically tasty meals.

Nothing bad to say Food good service great atmosphere fine Try the breakfast nachos when try offer them

First off we had a great server, Giana. Very attentive, good recommendations and pleasant to speak with. Now to the food...great Nachos. A meal in itself. The lobster roll was delicious. 4 claws on top of the bun and chopped lobster inside. Huge shrimp tacos and finished with a great chocolate shake. Looking forward to my next visit.

Such a great diner in the heart of the Farmingdale downtown. Food was incredible! The portion size was just right, service was attentive and well attuned to our needs. This place reminds me of the stereotypical diner you see in the movies, a true testament to old-school Americana.

Whiskey down diner did not disappoint ! I had the lobster and filet sandwich. My girlfriend had the Proscuitto toast which was amazing. Our friends had the breakfast wrap and the chicken Caesar on croissant which also looked amazing. The service was a bit slow but overall a great time. The ambiance was very fast paced as a diner should be. I will for sure be back.

10/10 food here. Crumb cake pancakes were amazing and the French toast bites as well. Even though we sat outside the service was great. We will definitely be back. Soo so good.

The service was impeccable! Very clean diner. My dish looked amazing. I got the meatloaf and the only thing that ruined it was pancake syrup drizzled into my mashed potatoes - It was supposed to be a glazed whiskey meatloaf and I am not into sweets when hungry. All the food was good except the syrup that was added to it. It came with micro greens and those are a favorite of mine and were a nice touch. My husband liked his Docs Salad which was with grilled chicken. I would try this place again minus the syrup.

Delicious!! I had the pancake flight and they were all amazing especially the pumpkin streusel!! My husband had the breakfast poutine which was good but he felt the sweet potatoe tots conflicted with the flavors a bit. We also had the iced coffee flight which was cute as well as tasty...our favorite was the salted caramel. Cant wait to go back

Year after year, Whiskey Down Diner continues to impress me and my family. I came here with my cousin, who was visiting from Virginia. The service was speedy despite it being a very busy Friday morning after a holiday. I think the consistency and reliability of the quality warrants the extra star bump into a five-star restaurant for me. We perused the seasonal menu (another feature I love-- there's always something new to try). I went with the lemon blueberry pancake, which is on the regular menu but not my usual order since I usually veer towards savory. It was delicious and bright, my only reservation being that the "house made" whipped lemon cream was sandwiched in between the pancakes, so it melted and lost all appeal. If you want to feature a housemade whipped cream, I think it ought to be served on the side of the pancake so it doesn't immediately melt into a puddle. My brother had the chicken and egg breakfast panini, which was an item on the seasonal menu. I always love that Whiskey Down is not afraid to mix fried chicken into their breakfast-y items. My cousin had the ABC omelet, which is a menu I think anyone would love. She noted that the portion is huge-- and I agree! Whiskey Down used to be a little bit of a splurge for us, but with prices going up everywhere else and the portion basically ending up being two meals for most of us, I am willing to brave the wait and the crowd. It's weird that with all the times I've been here, I still haven't tried any of their alcoholic bevs. They sound truly delicious and innovative. We just come here a little too early for me to be in the mood.

Came here on a Sunday Morning for my daughter's Birthday. When arrived we were told a 30 minute wait. Luckily we only waited a little over 10 minutes. It's not a very large typical diner, small and very cozy and decorated well for the holidays. We were seated and looked at the extensive menu and finally ordered the Boozy hot chocolate flight (s'mores, peanut butter and rainbow cookie) Wow it was awesome!! and a Choclate Milk. For food we had 2 orders of the Crispy Chicken Sandwich with fires, a Cannoli French Toast and a Breakfast Poutine. All our food came out together and hot. Portions were hot and plentiful. Definitely took some home. Now I see why I see many yelpers check in to Whiskey Down Diner. Hope to return soon.

If you're looking for food the way you want it, not the place for you. I requested for my salad to be chopped, I was told they do not chop it, not even if I pay extra. Ridiculous I have never been to an establishment and they treated me like this. Horrible I had to eat at bar. That's where Samantha told me they do not chop salad.

The 2 stars are solely based on the service we experienced. Went for lunch around 11. While we were waiting a couple asked if they could seat at some opening seats at the bar when they went to take them the bartender said other people were going to be seating there. Turns out it was the owner according the hostess. It just seemed odd to be taking up multiple seats on a busy Sunday where your customer waitlist was running about 35-50 minutes. The hostess was very nice and friendly. She gave some opinions on some of the food we were looking at. The wait was about 35 mins for two. Once seated we still waited a bit for server to come over. When she finally did there was no hello or welcome. A simple "all set? Or need a minute. We ordered starters and entrees. Apps came out quick and no issues. Entrees came out and one of the two wasn't what we had ordered. Sent it back and waited for the correct one to come out. It was a cheddar waffle and fried chicken. The waffle was very soggy and just not appealing so set that back also declining an option for something new. What annoyed me was when taking that back the server then commented "should have just stuck with the original one huh?" Like her ringing in the incorrect food was the better option. Then while coming back from the bathroom was overheard complaining about us to one of the busboys. The manager was apologetic about the situation and offered something in replacement but we were just ready to get out of there at this point. Over all it's a shame about the serving experience because the food that we did eat was delicious.

Updating my review because ever since my initial one I feel like this place just gets better and better. Love the diner vibes that reside in the corner of Main Street and Hempstead Turnpike. Yea parking is tough, but come from Queens, then you can complain to me about parking. Anything you get here will be good. Their menu has great items and they also do seasonal specials. There are 12 Christmas themed cocktails as well as seasonal food items. This last visit was an apple cranberry chicken salad on a pretzel croissant. I love me a pretzel croissant and there's hits the nail on the head every time. Back to the booze, the two seasonal drinks I had were the McCallister's Merry Mule and Rose's Nutcracker. Both very different drinks. The Mule was refreshing with a cranberry vodka, cranberry-pomegranate juice, lime and ginger beer. While Rose's cocktail was more dessert-like with rumchata (MY FAV), crème de cocoa, bourbon and caramel. It seems like every time I visit I luck out with a spot at the bar. I've sat down at a table before and the service is great, but something about sitting at the bar here makes the experience that much more enjoyable. In general, everyone here is always super friendly which also makes you want to come back. I plan on using this place as an excuse to meet halfway with family and friends this holiday season. I also plan on trying all the food/drink seasonal specials including the hot chocolate and espresso martini flight. Challenge accepted my friends!