The Social Gastropub
746 Old Bethpage Road
Old Bethpage, NY 11804
(516) 442 – 8864
www.thesocialgastropub.com
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I have lived in the Plainview – Old Bethpage area for over 20 years. I had the pleasure of having a fabulous burger and cocktail at the new Social Gastropub that just opened in October, 2018. The new owners refurbished many aspects of the old bar, and did the decor in a very fashionable way. From dark and dingy, to bright and informal, I love the changes that they made. I also loved the things that were kept. This made for a very pleasant atmosphere, where I fell so comfortable going back for a cocktail and a very delicious burger.
The Social Gastropub offers 75 different kinds of beer, featuring beer from local brewery’s and international ones as well. They offer many signature cocktails, many which offer seasonal variety. I had the La Pina Mexicana that was made from tequila and pineapple juice and topped with a nice dried pineapple slice and mint. We also had the Deep Purple, gin, agave and blueberries. Both of these special cocktails were very refreshing and delicious.
The Social Gastropub has offerings of small plates and big plates. From the small plates, I had the Sesame Ahi Tuna, served on a tortilla with a fabulous wasabi sauce was very tasty.The Steak on Toast was wonderful. The steak was so soft and flavorful served with pickled onions and arugula on crostini was very nice. The kale and quinoa was excellent. The salad had delicious goat cheese, pumpkin seeds, dried cranberries in a lemon – thyme vinaigrette. The Classic Burger was delicious. It was cooked to a perfect medium rare and topped with cheese and bacon, and served with crispy fries was so satisfying.
I enjoyed going to The Social Gastropub. The staff is so friendly. The atmosphere is clean and modern. The decor is old school. I get the “Cheers” vibe, where if you go there everyone will know your name. I will definitely be back for the burger and cocktails.The best part it is literally in my own backyard.
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