Lenox and Park Italian Bistro — Restaurant in Town of Hempstead

Less than one star, but that is not possible…Inedible food and appalling service. Food was Served cold and not as described on menu. One dish was supposed to be a zucchini linguini with chicken, the other dish was over cooked soggy pasta with sausage and broccoli rabe. The sausage tasted like cheap breakfast sausage and there was one stringy over cooked piece of broccoli rabe. When We told the waiter there was no chicken one the linguine, he brought over a side plate with plain dried out chicken breast. When I asked the owner to take the two dishes off the check he physically and verbally assaulted me and my husband. We were chased out of the restaurant. We called the police to let them know we were assaulted. The owner said we were leaving without paying the bill. We had already paid the bill. Now I am home and sick to my stomach. Not only did the food taste and look bad apparently the food was really bad, it made me sick. And let’s just say the service was worse...

CHEF TONY COLOMBO IS THE MAN! We love coming here. We frequent here and have NEVER been disappointed! Everything was delicious from start to finish- for appetizers we had the zucchini blossoms, calamari, and the chicken parm pizza which were all to die for. Appetizers didn’t last long enough for a photo!

Food was fresh and not too oily or salty. My husband and mother in law absolutely loved that they could customize his Montauk stripe bass to his liking. My mother in law had dietary restrictions and they catered to her. On to the best part- dessert. The brownie alamode was warm and gooey. The cannoli has homemade ricotta. And the cappuccinos just made the night! Before I forget, their decor made you feel like you wear under the stars . One of my favorite restaurants! Oh and the service is too notch- hats off to Mikey and his brother and Anthony!...

The atmosphere is very engaging and the staff is extremely friendly! Now let’s discuss the cuisine! We were a group of 6, so we ordered a few appetizers and they were all delicious!! BUT THE EGGPLANT MEAT BALL IS TO DIE FOR!!!!! I was a bit apprehensive, because I’m particular about good meatballs, and I’m thinking, “eggplant?we’ll see” But to my surprise, THE EGGPLANT MEATBALL WAS OUT OF THIS WORLD! The combination of an AMAZING SAUCE, cheese, eggplant, and the Panko bread crumbs, made for an unbelievable mouth-watering experience! My honey and I traveled from Yonkers to meet up with friends (40 minute ride), and I can honestly say, we’ll visit a few more times this year!!

SIDEBAR: I ordered the “ Dinosaur Bone In Short Rib” for my entree…. IT WAS SEASONED TO PERFECTION AND THE MEAT LITERALLY FELL OFF THE BONE!

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