Rare650 - Syosset

Really one of the most enjoyable dinner experiences we’ve had in years. Food was phenomenal. Service was impressive. From the servers to the managers, everyone... read more Really one of the most enjoyable dinner experiences we’ve had in years. Food was phenomenal. Service was impressive. From the servers to the managers, everyone clearly puts in serious effort to make sure your dinner is special. Our server Martin was personable and attentive. Looking forward to returning.

Rerurned to Rare 650 tonight after a few years. Overall the dinner was ok. Not amazing but not terrible. I was surprised that they had openings every 30 minutes... read more Rerurned to Rare 650 tonight after a few years. Overall the dinner was ok. Not amazing but not terrible. I was surprised that they had openings every 30 minutes on a Saturday night. Ok, maybe it's a slow season after summer is over. We we seated right away, great : But got the worst table right by the kitchen path. So, every time someone passed by they hit the back of my chair without a word of apology. The drinks came afrer 25 min wait. Every table got a bread basket with butter, we didn't get any butter. At the middle of the meal the waiter came and took the olive oil bottle that was on the table, ok, they might've really needed it : Overall, the service was underwhelming. Nobody came to check on us after we ordered. Now to food. Starters were tuna watermelon ceviche and short rib wellington. Tuna had a little fishy taste and was so fatty, def not sushi-grade tuna. I left 90% of it untouched on the plate. Nobody even asked me why when they took my plate. Short rib wellington was ok. Short rib tasted good but the pastry was served on the side and didn't add anything to the dish. Entres were seared lamb chops, marimated skirt steak with chimichurri sauce and mushrooms. The lamb chops were really good, so were the mushrooms. The skirt steak ordered medium rare came out rare. Better than overdone. So, it wasn't sent back. It came with a weird bbq/ horseradish sauce which was so overpowering, so glad we ordered chimichurri. Drinks were good. Smoked old fashioned was very balanced and mild in bourbon flavor. The first drink came under the dome with the smoke comimg out of it, the second one was just delivered to the table with no presentation. I guess it was an ok meal, but considefing the price point and the restaurant's reputation, I expected much more.

The food and service were excellent. The restaurant is beautiful. Enjoyed our evening and will definitely be back. read more The food and service were excellent. The restaurant is beautiful. Enjoyed our evening and will definitely be back.

Overall experience was wonderful. The vibe there was very elegant yet somewhat casual. I love the attentiveness of some of the waiters. The food was delicious.... read more Overall experience was wonderful. The vibe there was very elegant yet somewhat casual. I love the attentiveness of some of the waiters. The food was delicious. Although I wouldn’t say I’ll be back soon for it is a high end location but it’s awonderful location for special events for sure.

As expensive the menu is, the more nit picky I should be. Food was great. I loved the less expensive empress roll (best to date) over the american wagu tomahawk... read more As expensive the menu is, the more nit picky I should be. Food was great. I loved the less expensive empress roll (best to date) over the american wagu tomahawk. Steak was very well cooked and nothing to complain about. Steak sauce a little too sweetfor my taste but good. Took a star away because the waiter forgot about my wife's drink twice and took our menus before eventaking our order. Nit picky but for the price it should be perfect. I would go again.