"The friend was more than right. This place is fabulous. Extended restaurant week menu was tempting, but offers on regular a la carte menu couldn't be passed up. Standouts include ceviche, rack of lamb, appetizers were excellent. Don't miss the leek blue cheese ravioli. Real value in wine list with wide selection, quality emphasized over quantity. Intelligent and perceptive service was not intrusive but on top of things throughout entire meal. Deserts were special, delicious and varied. Definitely will be back."
Dined on 5/07/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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"As opposed to many other restaurants in the area, Chachama grill's emphasis is on Quality, rather than quantity. This does not mean to say that the quantity is lacking, rather that it just seems ideal, while the quality of the food is always excellent. Not sure how many times we have eaten here, but we have never had any complaint, nor have we been dissatisfied with any aspect of the meals or service."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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"Great food! Great service and the host was so sweet to my date and I even though we were young and a little underdressed. They were so nice and I will be going back!"
Dined on 04/27/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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"LOVE this restaurant! Food amazing, special, attentive. We love introducing our friends to this restaurant and they love it from the appetizer to the dessert. It is one of our favorite restaurants if not our top favorite. I love the family being concerned that your experience is a good one and you have a wonderful dinner"
Dined on 04/20/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies
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"One of the best kept secrets on Long Island. Can't imagine that more people haven't made this their go-to lunch stop. Food is great and for half the price you get a meal rivaling many dinner choices at other restaurants."
Dined on 04/16/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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"This restaurant has been one of our favorites for a number of years! Although unassuming on the outside (as it's situated in a shopping plaza), once inside you are transported to a softly-lit, tastefully-decorated room where both the small, but more than adequate, bar and the intimate dining area are located. You are warmly greeted by a gracious hostess who treats you like a member of her family and goes out of her way to ensure that you are having the best possible dining experience. The wait staff is attentive, engaging, and knowledgeable. The food is consistently delicious and innovative; the meals are always beautifully prepared and presented. We look forward to our next visit!"
Dined on 04/12/2013
2008
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic
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"Rather dull. Entire staff has no personality. One roll, served with tongs. No one ever asked if we cared for another one. Thanks, but no thanks. At least bring over a basket with a selection. Allow the customer to take what they want, and take the rest away. Then there will be no waste, and everybody is happy. Not very hospitable. Food was OK. I've had much better, for the same price. Won't be returning."
Dined on 04/12/2013
2005
Special Features: romantic
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"Chachama Grill never disappoints. From a warm welcome when you arrive and a warm goodbye when you leave.....Chachama Grill is a superstar. Drinks are expertly prepared, the food is exquisite and the service impeccable."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2003
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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"It was our first time at Chachama Grill, and we loved it! The restaurant is certainly a neighborhood gem, hidden in a mundane plaza in East Patchogue. Form the moment we walked in the door, we felt special. We arrived early in order to have a drink at the bar. The bar was not crazy-busy and we were able to enjoy a drink before dinner. Once seated, we realized how small and intimate the place really is. It was a welcome change from the noisy, crowded restaurants we usually go to with hundreds of people around us. The food was excellent. The portions are just right and the presentation was superb. The Oysters Rubio (named after the chef) are to die for! It's a bit pricey but the fact that it's tough to get a reservation speaks for itself."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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"One of South Shores best kept secrets. I would have never found the place, or gone in for that matter, except for the recommendation of some foodie friends whom I totally respect. It is located in a not-so -new shopping center so you might overlook it. DON'T!! It's one of the best restaurants around. The food and service are excellent and the prices are more than fair. We can't wait to go back."
Dined on 03/13/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies
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"Food was amazing, as well as the service! Only reason I didn't give 5 stars is because although its a nice setting the place is small and not very private. I felt like my coversation could be heard by the other tables. That being said I would still go back again because everything was delicious!"
Dined on 03/09/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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"This restaurant has food service and personality. The chef / owner Elmer Rubio has infused a Salvadoran influence into American cuisine . I believe consistently this is the #1 restaurant for food. Service is great and the small dinning room is perfect. Don't pass it up if you have a chance. But please leave enough room for me to go back. Jerry Snearly"
Dined on 03/08/2013
2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic
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"everfyhing from the food to the service was excellent, we try to come at least once a month, we hve never been disappointd we highl recomment to all our friends thank you"
Dined on 02/08/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, late-night find, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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"The food was fantastic and the wait staff was extremely attentive without being bothersome.The dining experience was leisurely and you didn't feel that you were being rushed out to flip the table."
Dined on 02/01/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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"What a great local restaurant! Fine dining in our neighborhood. Our meals were amazing and the service was over-the-top good. Looking forward to being a "regular" at this great, under publicized spot."
Dined on 01/25/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic
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"My favorite L.I. restaurant did not disappoint with this visit. The food was delicious and the service was spot on. We absolutely love Chachama Grill and recommend it to all our friends. It's worth the trip from anywhere on L.I."
Dined on 01/19/2013
2002
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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"Unfortunately there was only one waiter for the whole restaurant on the day we were there. The food was excellent, so it didn't spoil the whole luncheon for our large party. We had long wait times for ordering and receiving each segment of the meal. The one person was maitre d, waiter and bartender, so it really slowed things down."
Dined on 01/21/2013
2011
Special Features: great for lunch
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One major problem though was where we were seated. Despite having a reservation and arriving on time, seated at table next to bar and close to door. Given there was a large party waiting to be seated and cold temperatures, this took away from overall experience.
Will dine there again, but it will be last time if we get this same table."
Dined on 01/19/2013
2012
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"can't wait to go back. I have recommended to everyone I know. Loved this place and the food was so fresh, well prepared and served. It was embarrassing that my plate was "licked" clean....."
Dined on 01/13/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic
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