Grand Lux Café

Grand Lux Cafe

American Restaurant, Dessert Shop, and Café$$$$
Garden City
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    Christina R.
    "Love it... Buffalo blast... Spring rolls... Asian nachos..."(6 Tips)
    Patrick B.
    "You gotta try the buffalo chicken rolls sooio delicious"(4 Tips)
    Christopher F.
    "Great small plates and appetizers and I love their beignets!!!"(7 Tips)
    Jamie B.
    "get the pot roast cheese fries! and don't be scared, order the New Orleans..."(3 Tips)
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  • Eddieheart icon on user image
    EddieOctober 15, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    Amazing food and service , they hAve a large selection of appetizers and other things and drink specials everyday. The price for the food is awesome to. You can't go wrong eating here at all!
  • Jason G.heart icon on user image
    Jason GarciaMarch 1, 2015
    I pictured myself eating in the main hall of the Grand Budapest Hotel... Odd artwork and dim lighting accompanied by good food make great fodder for conversation. Should definitely try the Wellington!
  • Michael C.heart icon on user image
    Michael ConstantineJanuary 7, 2016
    I was pleasantly surprised at the quality of the food as well as the portion size! The drinks were amazing and the servers were very kind. I always bypass this place when I go to the mall, now I won't
  • Perry B.heart icon on user image
    Perry BalagurApril 20, 2017
    Love the great variety of the menu. If there are long lines waiting for a table, find seats at the bar and eat your meal there right away.
  • Jessica R.heart icon on user image
    Jessica RogalaApril 2, 2021
    First time going there and food was great. I had the fettuccine al fredo and that was good. Has the beignets for dessert and those were so good. Will be coming back here again.
  • Marilyn M.
    Marilyn MeadSeptember 1, 2013
    MUST HAVE: Mac n Cheese skillet! Entree portions are VERY generous, 2nd time we went we just got small plates & still didn't quite finish. Outside is quieter (great for summer, tho I saw heat lamps 2)
  • Gaetan P.
    Gaetan PamphileNovember 12, 2013
    The service here is always friendly and professional. Good food, fair prices. Decor seems upscale but everyone dresses casual. The drinks here are mixed to perfection. Specialty desserts are a must.
  • Justin B.
    Justin BartonJuly 7, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    The Cheesecake Factory's sister restaurant. Not a big fan of the normal menu, but the portions are huge like CF. I really like the brunch menu. "The" Best Eggs Benedict is golden rule!
  • Kristi
    KristiApril 8, 2013
    Had the crab cakes app, Greek salad, and the sticky buns bread pudding. All were very good! Especially the dessert. My pomegranate martini was perfect, strong and not too sweet ;)
  • Luke A.heart icon on user image
    Luke AtmeeNovember 24, 2012
    Food is so good. Me and my family come here a lot to eat. They're owned by cheese cake factory, so think of a better version of that place, complete with a very good dessert selection.
  • Chieko B.
    Chieko BonnaApril 27, 2014
    Been here 25+ times
    I love brunch. The best waffle in Long Island, hands down. Huevos rancheros, fish and chips, any sandwiches are great. Service is pretty good, too.
  • Marlo G.
    Marlo GOctober 14, 2011
    Be prepared to wait to eat at Cheesecake "Fattery's" little sister. :) Staff goes above & beyond to ensure great experience. Be sure to try molten lava cake which you must order with meal-freshly made
  • Alicia D.heart icon on user image
    Alicia DanielMay 19, 2017
    Rib eye was cooked to very well. A little too much salt. Salmon dishes were excellent. Baby back ribs were delicious...meat came right off the bones.
  • Chieko B.
    Chieko BonnaJanuary 1, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    There is a long line all day in the weekends. Food is decent. I like their brunch (more variety than diner!). For lunch, we had fish tacos, fish and chips, both were pretty good.
  • MC P.heart icon on user image
    MC Photo & TravelJanuary 19, 2013
    One of my faves, but it is a chain restaurant, so understand that. Baked desserts are good. Brunch is good. Portions are large, take some home.
  • Kalena L.heart icon on user image
    Kalena LaveryMarch 24, 2016
    Their food is amazing and I would definitely go back they had good prices and it was a pretty and clean restaurant!
  • Leiaheart icon on user image
    LeiaMarch 1, 2014
    The Beignets are warm sweet bites of Heavennn! Super light and sweet! My boyfriend downed half the batch in about 60seconds lol!
  • __TR3V
    __TR3VMay 19, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Been here a million times. So many options. Chicken and shrimp jumbolaya, Madeira chicken, BBQ planked salmon are 3 incredible meals to try. U will not be dissapointed
  • jay f.
    jay fuerteAugust 17, 2010
    love the place, been going for years, sister restaurant to Cheesecake Factory. bit more grown up, drinks are great, happy hour is 4:30 to 6:30... try the cedar plank bbq salmon. amazing!
  • Jonathan L.heart icon on user image
    Jonathan L.June 11, 2016
    Came here against my will and wouldn't want to come back. Burnt tasting chowder soup, flavorless fish and chips, and frozen french fries. Can't stand these chain places.
  • Rick N.
    Rick NitramApril 11, 2013
    Never had a bad meal here. I'd advise you what to order but, it's all good!
  • Shanelle G.
    Shanelle GJune 23, 2012
    The French toast is so perfect! Crispy outside, rich and smooth inside. - Shanellegabriel.com
  • __TR3V
    __TR3VJune 15, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    BBq planked salmon, w/ mash potatoes, onion rings and suckertash (excuse the spelling) - one of my favorite dishes here. Give it a try
  • Dion S.heart icon on user image
    Dion SingletonJuly 29, 2017
    Try the chocolate chip pecan cookies and thank me later
  • Desmond H.
    Desmond HardyAugust 19, 2014
    Just a quick bite of lunch before either watching the Expendables or TMNT @ the AMC next door. Salmon Pecatta.👈
  • Satara W.heart icon on user image
    Satara WhiteApril 2, 2023
    I absolutely love their Buffalo chicken rolls!!!! The food was great!
  • Lisa N.heart icon on user image
    Lisa NYCnonprofitJanuary 24, 2015
    Mushroom burger and omelettes and coffee. New Orleans beignets and apple pies.
  • Jamie B.
    Jamie B.April 23, 2013
    get the pot roast cheese fries! and don't be scared, order the New Orleans benigets, they're amazing!
  • Michelle O.heart icon on user image
    I always enjoy the food, drinks and the ambiance. Good company helps as well.
  • Leslie W.heart icon on user image
    Leslie WoodbineMarch 22, 2016
    Food is excellent but because of the long wait for food they should consider taking reservations. I'm well aware that this will not happen at my request but too much other places to eat abound.
  • Cynthheart icon on user image
    CynthNovember 15, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    Everything here is so good! Especially the margaritas!
  • Michael O.heart icon on user image
    Michael OJanuary 20, 2015
    The Asian Nachos were amazing. They are large enough to be your entree.
  • Melanie D.heart icon on user image
    Melanie DudekAugust 31, 2015
    They have very good lunch specials, I enjoyed the modern Cuban sandwich
  • Rachel Raeheart icon on user image
    Rachel RaeJune 16, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Vegetarians & Vegans: Try the sesame tofu with stir fry vegetables
  • Explore L.
    Explore Long IslandJanuary 27, 2013
    We reviewed this restaurant and our critics recommend the miso-glazed salmon and Buffalo chicken rolls. Read more
  • James M.
    James MurrayAugust 13, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Try the Maui Ribeye - #Steak Served Med-Rare with Grilled Pineapple and steamed asparagus
  • Christopher F.heart icon on user image
    Christopher FredaFebruary 11, 2021
    Been here 5+ times
    Great small plates and appetizers and I love their beignets!!!
  • Yah
    YahJanuary 18, 2013
    Appetizer Buffalo chicken rolls are delicious Mai Tai & Sangria Blanco too!
  • Kimberly R.
    Kimberly RochaJanuary 4, 2012
    Happy Hour Monday thru Friday 4-630. Half price appetizers in the bar area!!!! Asian Nachos are da bomb
  • Jasmine R.
    Jasmine RobertsMarch 20, 2013
    Blueberry Crumble. That's all. BBQ planked salmon, pot roast, and lettuce wraps are really good too.
  • Jose L.
    Jose LazoJuly 12, 2013
    Whoever said large portions is must be a hobbit you pay for atmosphere and a fancy plate
  • Nancy L.
    Nancy LeeSeptember 29, 2013
    This place is great ! Dont pass on the beignets ! They are amazing !!!!!
  • dan w.
    dan warnkenMarch 6, 2013
    Decent vegetarian options compared to other chain restaurants. Mushroom burger is fantastic!
  • Stephanie S.
    Stephanie Schwartz KetiveAugust 28, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Love the parmesian crusted chicken and sharing hot molten dessert
  • Christopher M.
    Christopher MawbyJune 13, 2013
    Dining outside in spring is great. The service tonight was more than a little slow. The food was worth the wait.
  • Melissa F.
    Melissa FernandezNovember 24, 2011
    Try the Carolina pork BBQ sandwhich! And te chicken royale with shrimp scampi! Delish!!!
  • Jonathan H.
    Jonathan HartDecember 30, 2011
    During the holidays, be sure to ask about desserts that are not on the menu. They usually have a special dessert for a limited time.
  • Joe R.
    Joe RegaAugust 29, 2012
    The food is amazing here; you will not be disappointed with anything you order
  • Kenny C.
    Kenny ChanNovember 4, 2013
    Found hair in my food.. but manager was so nice comp my food and gave me a free mojito on the house. Such professional
  • Dee D.heart icon on user image
    Dee DeeFebruary 20, 2015
    The brunch is amazing! Love the French toast
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