The newest, innovative and instantly popular restaurant to hit the cultured Long Island dining scene is Hendrick’s Tavern. This trailblazing state of the art tavern is refined and polished with a luxurious and handsome decor. There are so many beautiful rooms, you can go there everyday of the week and have a different dining experience. Enjoy creative cocktails and some original small plates in any of the three inviting bars. Indulge in a perfectly grilled prime dry aged steak, or a creative seafood dinner in the main dining room with its warm and welcoming ambiance. Soft lighting and candles on every table cast a romantic glow. The carefully crafted menu includes both familiar and inventive selections like spaghetti and meatballs, fresh linguini Zsa Zsa, topped with a fried egg, and butterflied cornish hen. Wines have been expertly selected and many are available by the glass. The professional waitstaff is knowledgable and courteous.

Built in 1740, this colonial estate was impeccably restored by owners Gillis and George Poll. They meticulously transformed it into a sophisticated club-like Manhattan style restaurant and event space with comfortable leather booths, rich dark woodwork throughout, beamed ceilings, antique mirrors and vintage photographs. This chic and elegant, upscale eatery will satisfy even the most discerning patrons.

Visit their other restaurants: Bryant and Cooper Steak House in Roslyn, 516-627-7270; Cipollini Trattoria, 516-627-7172 and Toku Modern Asian, 516-627-TOKU, both in the Americana Manhasset; Bar Frites Bistro, in Wheatley Plaza, 516-484-7500; and Majors Steak Houses, in East Meadow, 516-794-6600.