Moksha Café — Restaurant in Town of Huntington

Cafe Portofino is the hidden gem of a coffee shop I have been waiting for - now it's finally shining under new ownership!

I stopped in recently and was blown away. And now I'm there a few times a week. The coffee and espresso are legit --on par with some of the best third-wave shops in NYC. Rich, smooth, perfectly brewed. You can tell they're serious about quality. The beans they use are from one of the best shops on Long Island, Flux Coffee in Farmingdale.

The vibe here is warm, welcoming, and thoughtfully designed. Great for meeting a friend, working, or just want to escape life for a bit. Fast Wi-Fi, plenty of comfortable seating, and a great selection of snacks that go way beyond your average café fare.

What makes it even better is how much they clearly care about the local community. The staff is friendly and attentive, and there's a real neighborhood feel here - it feels like community.

If you haven't been since the change in ownership, GO! Cafe Portofino is doing everything right.

The secret is out....

Food leaves a lot to be desired. Coffee is good but not the best I have ever had. The espresso is weak and tasteless. Food is not fresh, having tried different things more than 10 times over seven months. Salad greens are often slimy. Crossiants in morning seem to be leftover from days before. The ventilation is terrible... you leave with your hair and clothing smelling like an oiley, burning panini press during lunch time. The lighting is very dark and it is often hard to tell if the store is even open. I kept trying to love this place but just couldn't do it. It is a good place to read a book or take your kids for a quick snack or sandwich but not...

I live in Northport and have altered my routine to come here for coffee. The new owners are friendly and personable, the coffee and food are delicious, and sitting here is so much more convenient, comfortable, and enjoyable than driving to Starbucks. Plus it opens early (unlike the other Main Street coffee shop Southdown.) The last time I was here the owner, Joe, told me he's planning on live music, poetry readings, and other specials nights, just like a real coffee house. If you're on Main Street looking for coffee, a bite to eat, or a place to sit, I heartily recommend taking a walk to the theater and hotel area of the...