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Galo Tavern18 - Restaurant & Bar - Galo Tavern 18, New Hyde Park, NY

Galo Tavern 18

4.6
4.6
427 Reviews
$30 and under
American
Galo Tavern 18 is a casual, affordable neighborhood grill specializing in Portuguese barbeque and American comfort food. With deep mahogany hardwood, vaulted ceilings and black & white photos of old new york, Galo tavern 18 provides a comfortable vibe with a timeless old school feel. Come by the bar area & watch the game at one of the hi tops & enjoy a craft beer, glass of wine or a classic cocktail; come for a quick lunch; meet with co-workers or long time friends for happy hour; or kick back with a leisurely dinner. Swing by Sundays for our popular brunch. Whether you are just in the mood for a burger & a craft beer from our vast selection or dinner with friends with wine from our award winning wine list, Galo tavern 18 provides the perfect setting.

Make a reservation

2 people

10:30 PM


Booked 8 times today
Experiences are available.

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    American, Continental, Steakhouse

  • Hours of operation

    Brunch Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (718) 347-4846

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Owned/operated by

    Latinx or Hispanic

  • Executive chef

    Tino

  • Catering

    Rooms are available to accomodate functions from a small gathering to a large event. <br />We’ll tailor your event to any food, budget and size needs. <br />

  • Private party facilities

    Galo Tavern 18 provides the perfect setting for your next event; from communions, baptisms, bridal or baby showers, birthdays, holiday parties, retirement,rehearsal dinners, family reunions or business meetings.

  • Neighborhood

    New Hyde Park

  • Cross street

    265th st./Union Turnpike

  • Parking details

    Street Parking

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Swing by Sundays for our popular brunch. Complimen

    $32.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Swing by Sundays for our popular brunch. Complimentary Sangria, Mimosa, Screwdriver, Bloody Mary $32.00 + Tax $ Gratuities
  • Thursdays Night 50% off Steak

    $35.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Thursday Night 50% off Steak / Dray age meat 42oz Porterhouse - 60.00 20oz Cowboy Steak - 28.00

Offers

  • Monday to Friday 3pm to 7pm

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Fri - 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    Galo Tavern 18 is a casual neighborhood grill specializing in Portuguese barbeque and American comfort food. Located in New Hyde Park, NY. Expect a comfortable vibe with a timeless old school feel. Come by the bar area & watch the game at one of the hi-tops & enjoy a craft beer, glass of wine or a classic cocktail; come for a quick lunch; meet with co-workers or long time friends for happy hour; or kick back with a leisurely dinner. Swing by Sundays for our popular brunch. Whether you are just in the mood for a burger & a craft beer from our vast selection or dinner with friends...Galo tavern 18 provides the perfect setting.

Popular dishes

What 427 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Long Island / Hamptons

    Great for brunch

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  1. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The service was fabulous and the food was great. We will definitely be coming back!
  2. ThereseK

    New York Area

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always delicious and wonderful service, Thursdays half Price steak night is well worth the visit!!
  3. CrazyDave

    New York Area

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was great. Everything fresh and tasty. Service was good. Staff friendly and efficient. Decore very nice. Will be back soon!
  4. BrianG

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food and service. Portions more than enough.
  5. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience4
    The food was great although it took almost a full hour for us to eat once seated!
  6. AshleyA

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great Mother’s Day experience; quality food and service!
  7. ShanaMaidel

    New York Area

    242 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    242 reviews

    Dined on May 9, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    It was quiet here for lunch on a Monday afternoon. This is my favorite place for a great burger. But decided to try a French dip which did not compare. Friend enjoyed the buttermilk chicken sandwich.
  8. DougP

    New York Area

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The staff was outstanding we came for a Men's Night out with lifelong friends food was excellent and came out quickly
  9. MarkF

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Very helpful in allowing us early seating due to unusual traffic coming into NY from DE. Food and drinks were very good and well served. Very nice table seating for the six of us.
  10. Denny

    New York Area

    168 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    168 reviews

    Dined on May 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and service are always great at Galo Tavern 18, but their Sunday brunch and Thursday night steak specials are truly exceptional!
  11. MerylC

    New York Area

    22 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall3food2service5ambience5
    The service was good. Unfortunately the food was just ok. 3 of the 7 people in our party had burgers. The rolls were very soggy and falling apart. 2 people had the grilled basil chicken sandwich. No real taste to it. The fries that came with the burgers and sandwiches were just ok. 1 person had the shrimp toscana. It was also just ok. Kind of dry. 1 person had a Greek salad with chicken. Also nothing special. We’ve been here before a number of years ago and wasn’t thrilled with the food but decided to give it another try. Not sure we’ll be back again. Unfortunate because the service was very good.
  12. RosemaryV

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were a group of 4 people. We were offered drinks immediately and soon after we ordered our food came out. All was delicious. It was bottomless brunch for a fixed price and they didn't try to rush us out or stop serving us drinks after we were finished eating. I highly recommend,
  13. NotttaCooke

    New York Area

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was excellent from drinks, server and dinner!! We will definitely be back!!
  14. None

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Great food, excellent service and good place for a variety of things (stop in for drinks, lunch/dinner, private parties, takeout. We’ve gone there a multitude of times and they never disappoint.
  15. Anonymous

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food. Great atmosphere and service. People are helpful and friendly.
  16. DavidJ

    New York Area

    8 reviews

    1.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall1food2service2ambience3
    The service was slow, the appetizers took forever to come out. The Cesar salad that I ordered was terrible, no leaves just stems. The apple pie my daughter had for dessert was horrible.
  17. FHFoodie

    New York Area

    171 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    171 reviews

    Dined on April 3, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Quality American fare at reasonable prices. We went for a birthday celebration, and the staff was very attentive. Several people in our party had special dietary needs, and the kitchen was able to accommodate.
  18. Luvagoodmeal

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Great dinner, the steak was excellent and the service was very good.
  19. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I was so glad we chose this place to get together. The food was drinks were great and the service was excellent!
  20. john

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall5food4service3ambience4
    Did not like waiter. Not pleasant. But food as always yummy
  21. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    first time coming to this place. overall it was a good decision. the only thing was the plating of the filet mignon. the meat and a small sauce n that was it. plate looks so empty since it’s a big plate with a small piece of meat. for the price they can atleast try a little bit of more effort to look appetizing. taste was good only on a bit of the dry side. and the other thing was the 18. my husbnd complained the sauce was too much that it can be too overwhelming after a few bites. willing to go back hopefully it will be much better.
  22. DianeL

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our meal was quite enjoyable. We brought old friends there for the first time. We will back again!! Our friends really enjoyed and loved the place.
  23. jayy

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Great place for the money. Food was very good as always
  24. KeithD

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    My steak was just as good as the steaks at the big name steakhouses at a better Price !
  25. MERRYLW

    New York Area

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great food service and I got the booth I requested.
  26. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall3food4service4ambience3
    Ridiculous that there is no lunch menu for Saturday. The place was empty and we were therefrom 1-2pm. Maybe it would be busier if more reasonable. Otherwise good food and nice staff.
  27. AlrightJim

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    The food was tasty and the service was very well done. We did the brunch menu and were very satisfied with it.
  28. MariaC

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food3service5ambience4
    We had a great time at Gala - service was superb especially Nicole, place was ideal and special and the food was good! We will come back and so did our guests.
  29. RichardS

    New York Area

    26 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Spinach & artichoke dip with tortilla chips Tavern Burger with Cheddar and Bacon French Dip All hit the spot
  30. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Awesome waitress and amazing food! This place is great!
  31. JenniferO

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall3food5service1ambience4
    Food was good, but service was not great. Took forever to get our order taken and then our food came before our drinks. After the food came, the service got better.
  32. john

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always excellent food and service.no rush to turn over table
  33. JoannO

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    One of my favorite neighborhood places. Food is always on point and the staff and service are fabulous.
  34. ArtS

    New York Area

    26 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on February 24, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience4
    Service was very as always. The Parker House rolls which everyone looks forward to did not come out warm again. What was once one of my favorite dishes the blackened swordfish and crabmeat hash for the second time was disappointing. The fish was overcooked the sauce was too much and the hash was flavorless.
  35. KathrynO

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was great as usual.,
  36. Brunch

    New York Area

    40 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    40 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    The food is always excellent here. The service is hit or miss sometimes. We had to wait this last time for at least 15 minutes and a flag down for someone to take our order. But the food is always good here, so I convinced my lady that I wanted us to stay. The chef did not disappoint. The ambiance is great. It's definitely a neighborhood gem.
  37. LovingIt

    New York Area

    42 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    42 reviews

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    Food was tasty, not excellent. Great place for a bite to eat.
  38. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on February 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic experience
  39. EricH

    New York Area

    8 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on February 5, 2023

    overall3food5service3ambience4
    Food was fantastic, but the service was a little slow.
  40. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 5, 2023

    overall3food4service3ambience4
    A lot of the food came out wrong and took the entire meal for the replacements to come. Most of the desserts we ordered were not available which was odd as we had an early reservation.

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff is vaccinated

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Galo Tavern 18 using the Order Online button. Galo Tavern 18 also offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Galo Tavern 18 also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (718) 347-4846.

Galo Tavern 18 is rated 4.6 stars by 427 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

10:30 PM


Booked 8 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Galo Tavern 18

26511 Union Tpke, New Hyde Park, NY 11040

Additional information

  • Cross street

    265th st./Union Turnpike

  • Neighborhood

    New Hyde Park

  • Hours of operation

    Brunch Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    American, Continental, Steakhouse

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Street Parking

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Owned/operated by

    Latinx or Hispanic

  • Executive chef

    Tino

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (718) 347-4846

  • Catering

    Rooms are available to accomodate functions from a small gathering to a large event. <br />We’ll tailor your event to any food, budget and size needs. <br />

  • Private party facilities

    Galo Tavern 18 provides the perfect setting for your next event; from communions, baptisms, bridal or baby showers, birthdays, holiday parties, retirement,rehearsal dinners, family reunions or business meetings.

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