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   JosephB

   New York Area

   4 reviews

   5.0

   4 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Food was very good service was great .this was our second time there will be back

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   MarilynH

   1 review

   4.0

   1 review

   Dined 2 days ago

   overall4food4service4ambience5

   The restaurant was quiet and relaxing. Food was very good - brunch fare. Service was a little spotty, but most likely because there was a very large party at an adjoining table. But, certainly everyone was very pleasant and we didn't mind waiting a bit while we chatted.

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   shepo

   New York Area

   35 reviews

   vip
   4.0

   35 reviews

   Dined on April 11, 2022

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   The food is solid and always dependable but they were woefully understaffed. I understand it was a Monday night but there was one waiter for the entire dining room. He tried his best and was very friendly but the wait time was too long.

   King Bar by David BurkeResponded on April 13, 2022

   Thank you for your feedback and we apologize for any delays you experienced.

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   JenniferB

   New York Area

   7 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   7 reviews

   Dined on March 27, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Absolutely wonderful! David Burke restaurants never disappoint. The clothesline bacon is outstanding!

   King Bar by David BurkeResponded on May 4, 2022

   Thank you for your feedback Jennifer! Chef David Burke's whimsical dishes are sure to please everyone. From the mouthwatering Clothesline Bacon to the succulent Angry Lobster there is something for every taste. We hope to welcome you back soon!

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   KalpanaV

   New York Area

   13 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   13 reviews

   Dined on March 26, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Excellent food and service! Drinks were perfect too!

   King Bar by David BurkeResponded on March 29, 2022

   Thank you for your rating!

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   JimF

   San Francisco

   6 reviews

   5.0

   6 reviews

   Dined on March 1, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Consistently delicious food served in a consistently comfortable dining area by consistently professional members of the waitstaff. Always delighted to have dinner and dessert in the King Bar by David Burke in the Garden City Hotel. Highly recommend the filet mignon, truffle potatoes, pecan tart and cafe latte.

   King Bar by David BurkeResponded on March 15, 2022

   Thank you for your feedback and continued patronage Jim! We are delighted that you enjoy your time with us. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon.

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   Steve

   New York Area

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on February 15, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   All around great experience as usual! Food was great, service was excellent

   King Bar by David BurkeResponded on March 15, 2022

   Thank you for your feedback Steve!

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   matthewS

   New York Area

   8 reviews

   4.0

   8 reviews

   Dined on February 13, 2022

   overall4food4service4ambience4

   Nice place to grab a drink and a bite. Great service and a pleasant atmopshere

   King Bar by David BurkeResponded on March 15, 2022

   Thank you for your feedback!

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   TomH

   New York Area

   3 reviews

   1.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on February 12, 2022

   overall1food1service3ambience4

   Booked King Bar for 2. Ordered Chicken sandwich which came out RAW. Advised waiter and manager. Ordered the burger. As a gesture manager sent crab appetizer to table. I allergic to seafood and it was frozen. Never asked what I would like When I received bill, I was charged for chicken sandwich because it was same price as burger!!! Spoke with Manager who advised she reduced bill 15%. Terrible service. Poor management.

   King Bar by David BurkeResponded on March 15, 2022

   We apologize that the your experience was unsatisfactory. Although the same price as the burger, the bill should have been itemized correctly. I apologize that this caused any confusion on your bill. Servers ask at the start of every meal for any allergies; perhaps another appetizer would have been sent if this was communicated with the server. I am pleased to read however, that a discount was applied and we hope that you will give another opportunity to make this up to you.

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    OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on February 12, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Incredible service!

    King Bar by David BurkeResponded on March 15, 2022

    Thank you for your feedback!

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    Jewel

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 29, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We go for the Clothesline Bacon. And from there, we end up happy with everything else. The Latin soup (French onion) is to die for. I could eat that everyday. Always an enjoyable meal! (PS. I fly in from Cleveland and make my reservations weeks in advance. It's a ritual with my daughter.)

    King Bar by David BurkeResponded on February 10, 2022

    Thank your for making us part of your time spent with your daughter! We are pleased that you enjoyed your meal and can't wait to have you back!

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    JimF

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on January 27, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    I enjoyed every moment of my time having dinner at the King Bar in the Garden City Hotel. My table was quiet and quite private even though other diners were seated in the adjacent table. I was dining alone and I was able to monitor breaking news on a large screen both during my meal and while waiting for the courses tat I ordered. The food (12 oz. Filet Mignon with Truffle fried potatoes) was exceptionally high quality and prepared exactly per my specifications. The dessert (Chocolate Chip Expresso cookie and gelato was delicious with Cappuccino. Alexander, my waiter, was very professional, attentive, friendly and helpful. I will come back, and will likely order the same meal.

    King Bar by David BurkeResponded on February 10, 2022

    Thank you for your feedback Jim! We are thrilled that Alexander was attentive and that you enjoyed your meal, We hope to welcome you back again and again!

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    ThomasL

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 23, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    We celebrated birthdays / had a great dinner and drinks and got to waych the football playoffs on big screen TV. Our waiter was Jose who was serving drinks and then dinner. Came to the table often for any requests and was friendly to my wife and our friends. Really enjoyed the evening. Only negative was price of drinks but in the scheme of things it was a great time. We are planning a return shortly with additional friends

    King Bar by David BurkeResponded on February 10, 2022

    Thank you for your feedback Thomas! We are please that Jose was attentive and that you enjoyed your meal. We hope to see you back soon. You can follow our social media pages for updates on promotions and drink specials.

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    LeahG

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 15, 2022

    overall3food3service2ambience5

    Very nice environment, felt very upscale but comfortable if you were in casual attire. Hostess was very nice when we were late due to a car accident on the road. Food was decent, but expensive. I would say not good enough for how pricy it was. The drink service was fast. The food service was very slow. My friend got a chicken sandwich that was undercooked. When the staff was notified they brought out another one. We were not charged for either sandwich. I got a burger ordered medium, I received one with a tag that said medium well. When I cut it open it was definitely medium rare. I prefer my burgers on the rarer side so I didn't mind, but it was concerning that it was marked medium well. Overall, I wouldn't go back. The service was a bit of a mess with the food issues and the prices were just too expensive to match the quality of the food and service.

    King Bar by David BurkeResponded on January 20, 2022

    Thank you for your feedback. I am glad that we were able to accommodate you. I apologize that the temperature on your burger was not correct and have shared your comments with our culinary team. Our dry age short rib burgers are a crowd favorite and I am sure this was an unintentional error. Like all restaurants nationwide we too are struggling with staffing shortages and we are diligent in our recruiting efforts. We do hope you give us the opportunity to serve you again.

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    gwar

    New York Area

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on December 17, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    always a very pleasant experience for lunch or dinner.

    King Bar by David BurkeResponded on December 24, 2021

    Thank you for your feedback!

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    Diner

    New England

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 12, 2021

    overall1food3service1ambience1

    Not at all a restaurant….it’s definitely a bar. Reserved for dinner. Thought it was a more casual version of their adjoining restaurant. It was very much a crowded, noisy bar with people on top of each other. Was given a terrible table that had us within foot of the bar and people standing on top of our table. Hard to feel comfortable eating a $200 dinner that way. Decided to rough it out because it was 8pm on Sat and would be difficult to find something else that late. Waited 20 min for a drink that never came, so we eventually left, 30 minutes later than we should have. This may be a good option if you are looking for a loud, crowded spot. Just be aware that this is NOT a restaurant, it’s definitely a bar. We were not.

    King Bar by David BurkeResponded on December 24, 2021

    Although we did move your table to distance it a bit more King Bar does have a lively crowd and typically sells out on weekends. I apologize that you did not enjoy the atmosphere.

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    Burti

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 11, 2021

    overall1food2service2ambience2

    I don’t normally give feedback but i was so disappointed that I feel I need to share. I live in town and have eaten here many times. The dinner tonight was very disappointing. We ordered the oyster and thought is was a dozen, but when the bill came they charged two orders for $44. I wasn’t terribly disappointed with that as I know oysters are expensive but is it more about what transpired after. My daughter didn’t like her chicken sandwich - she is not a picky eater - and when I explained to the server that she didn’t like her meal he only offered to wrap it up. I got the file mignon for a mere $59 and it was tasteless. I explained to the server that I don’t complain about my meals but felt that this was so bad I needed to say something. I hate to say it but I have a better steak at Fridays. Really disappointed tonight.

    King Bar by David BurkeResponded on December 24, 2021

    Thank you for your feedback. They oysters are listed on the menu as half a dozen. Not only do we hand pick our steaks, but Chef Burke's unique process in which he uses pink Himalayan salt to dry age his steaks makes our steaks one of the most ordered and popular items. I apologize that on this occasion you didn't enjoy your meal. Your comments will be shared with our Restaurant Director and Culinary team. We do hope that you give us another opportunity.

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    JimF

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The filet mignon and truffle fried potatoes were mouth watering. The table was private and pleasingly quiet, even though the room had many guests dining. Mary, my server, was gracious and attentive and particularly helpful is suggesting a delicious dessert (the pecan tart with gelato.) The King Bar is situated in the elegant Garden City Hotel. All in all, a wonderful meal and a great night! Thank you.

    King Bar by David BurkeResponded on November 19, 2021

    Thank you for your feedback and accolades on Mary! We will make sure to pass along to her. We hope to see you back soon!

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    AnthonyS

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 17, 2021

    overall4food4service5ambience5

    Everything was very nice. The place was beautiful and the food was terrific.

    King Bar by David BurkeResponded on November 19, 2021

    Thank you for your feedback Anthony!

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    OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 14, 2021

    overall2food3service1ambience2

    When my wife and I first arrived, we waited around five minutes before the hostess even came to us. We ordered our appetizer which came out fast. At the time I ordered our appetizer and dinner I ordered a cocktail as well. Soon after we had our appetizer our dinner came out, well they only brought my wife’s meal and half my meal (mashed potatoes) and didn’t have my filet mignon. I had to ask our waiter (Alex) for the rest of my dinner and my drink! Very disappointed in the meal and for an anniversary dinner, it wasn’t worth it! All the hype for Garden City Hotel restaurant, this experience fell well below the expectations!

    King Bar by David BurkeResponded on November 16, 2021

    Thank you for your feedback. It is through your comments that we can continue to improve. We sincerely apologize for the delay. We do hope that you will give us another opportunity.

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    Rich

    New York Area

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    I love this place!! Went on hamburger night but because it was restaurant week they didn't offer the hamburger special. But when we told our waitress Lliana she went the extra mile and got the manager to allow the hamburger special. In addition our meat was exactly the way we ordered it and was delicious!! I highly recommend King's Bar and Liiana for a waitress!

    King Bar by David BurkeResponded on November 16, 2021

    Thank you for your feedback Rich. I am glad that we were able to accomodate. We pass along the accolades to Lliana!

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22. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on October 30, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great place to have a good dinner and talk .. very relax

    King Bar by David BurkeResponded on November 3, 2021

    Thank you for your feedback!

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23. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 29, 2021

    overall4food4service5ambience4

    Enjoyed our dinner at the pretty King Bar. Great fast service lovely servers but very limited menu. Previously had a French Dip and a few other choices so disappointed in the selection but other wise enjoyed the dining.

    King Bar by David BurkeResponded on November 3, 2021

    Thank you for your rating! We hope that you will join us again and try the new seasonal additions we are adding to the menu!

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    IgorC

    New York Area

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on October 24, 2021

    overall5food5service4ambience4

    Very nice ambiance, excellent service, and very good food. Recommend!

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    JosephB

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on October 24, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Very very very very very very very very very nice

    King Bar by David BurkeResponded on November 3, 2021

    Thank you for your feedback Joseph!

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    OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 23, 2021

    overall1food2service1ambience3

    Worst dining experience ever. So disappointed. Food subpar especially for the cost, service was a disaster. This is the GC Hotel? What an embarrassment.

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    OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 19, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    This cozy restaurant has left the best impressions! Hospitable great service, delicious dishes, beautiful presentation, wide wine list and wonderful dessert. I recommend to everyone! I would like to come back here again and again.

    King Bar by David BurkeResponded on October 26, 2021

    Thank you for your feedback! We hope to see you again and again!

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    NancyG

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 13, 2021

    overall1food1service1ambience1

    My guest and I arrived on time for our 8:30 reservation, there was no hostess to seat us so we made our way to a table ourselves, as a server walked by we had to ask for a menu. At that point I figured the server knew we wanted to order something, we waited 15 minutes before my guest walked to the bar to ask for a server to take our order, the bartender said he would send someone over. We waited another 10 minutes and decided to get up and leave a go to another venue close by on Franklin Ave. This was my first time going to the Garden City Hotel and it was extremely disappointing!

    King Bar by David BurkeResponded on October 19, 2021

    We apologize for the delay in service and hope you give us another opportunity to welcome you back.

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    BobW

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 9, 2021

    overall3food3service2ambience4

    The 3.1 rating is the right level for this restaurant

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    JRM44

    Washington DC

    50 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    50 reviews

    Dined on September 25, 2021

    overall5food4service4ambience4

    Comfortable seating, food menu beyond most bar offerings, wonderful Manhattans which we get every time we go to the Garden City Hotel. Reserve ahead - it's popular.

    King Bar by David BurkeResponded on September 28, 2021

    Thank you for your feedback and continued patronage!

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    gwar

    New York Area

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on September 11, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    wonderful place for lunch, or dinner, upscale sport bar

    King Bar by David BurkeResponded on September 18, 2021

    Thank you for your feedback!

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    Anthony

    Minneapolis

    21 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on August 22, 2021

    overall3food3service5ambience4

    Great service and good food but very small portions for some menu items. I had a baked dish for the Sunday brunch and it was very tasty but it was very small. I had to fill up on the bread. On Friday we ate dinner there. My wife ordered the lobster roll for $28 which was good and adequate size. I ordered the grilled octopus which was listed as a MAIN course, not an appetizer. When it came we both were stunned. There was a small bed of couscous and two small peppers and on top was the grilled octopus, one tentacle which was the size of my pinky. It cost $23. I am not a complainer but I can't believe I didn't request to see a manager and ask if it was a joke. I'm also sorry I didn't take a picture. My wife and I were joking if there was a hidden camera to catch our reaction. In any case I want to emphasize that both times we ate there the service by staff and management was exceptional.

    King Bar by David BurkeResponded on September 18, 2021

    Thank you for your feedback. I am glad that you enjoyed the service and food. Our portions and pricing are in line with market prices. With inflation in the food industry, some delicacies have increased industry wide. The octopus we use comes from the Mediterranean Sea, arguably the best. However, if you are dissatisfied with anything we would love the opportunity to correct things if you bring it to our attention when you are dining. I hope you will give us another opportunity to serve you.

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    MatthewS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 12, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The food was delicious and the service was fantastic, very courteous and extremely polite.

    King Bar by David BurkeResponded on August 18, 2021

    Thank you for your feedback Matthew! We are thrilled that you enjoyed your meal and hope to see you back soon. We have new promotions such as Taco Tuesdays on the Patio Bar, Burger Wednesdays, Date Night Thursdays and Surf & Turf Fridays that we hope you get a chance to try!

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    jeanneg

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 7, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    SO HAPPY TO HAVE YOU BACK -- HAVEN'T BEEN THERE SINCE MARCH 10TH OF LAST YEAR -- JUST BEFORE THE PANDEMIC.

    King Bar by David BurkeResponded on July 8, 2021

    Thank you for your feedback Jeanne! We are happy that you came back and hope to see you again soon!

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35. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Indiana

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on June 27, 2021

    overall4food4service5ambience5

    Lookin forward to the buffet coming back

    King Bar by David BurkeResponded on June 29, 2021

    Thank you for your rating! We are looking forward to bringing back our renown Sunday brunch buffet as well!

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    JackCPA

    New York Area

    11 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on June 25, 2021

    overall2food2service3ambience3

    Food was poor. Overcooked food etc

    King Bar by David BurkeResponded on June 29, 2021

    Thank you for your feedback.

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    SamE

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 20, 2021

    overall3food3service3ambience3

    I had arrived with my party about 5-10 mins before our reservation to check in. At the time of the reservation, we were told it would be a 5 minute wait so that our table can be ready. 20-30 mins later was when it was actually ready. The place was short staffed, so I wouldn't blame the service we did get. It is definitely a management issue. There appeared to be 2 people "checking" the place, but never with any of the tables and never assisting staff. The waiter was polite when he was able to get to us. Food was good, but nothing exceptional for the price. Decor is what you would expect from any hotel restaurant. It was overall, just good. I wouldn't turn down an invitation here, but I don't think I would return.

    King Bar by David BurkeResponded on June 24, 2021

    As in most busy restaurants there is sometimes a small delay and I sincerely apologize that you experienced this. Regrettably we are experiencing the very same staffing challenge that most employers are struggling with across the country which is a low volume of people seeking to return to the workforce. We believe it is best to be honest about this and ask for your patience as we work diligently to fortify our business with talented, dedicated and well trained new team members

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    OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 20, 2021

    overall4food3service5ambience5

    Went here for Fathers Day. No brunch buffet open and standard menu was subpar. Wasted trip.

    King Bar by David BurkeResponded on July 8, 2021

    Thank you for your feedback. Our a la carte brunch menu has all of Chef Burke's favorite brunch creations. I apologize that your did not enjoy it. We hope to bring our traditional buffet brunch back soon. You can check on our social media pages for updates.

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    Brooklynbev

    Miami

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 11, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Every thing was outstanding. I had early dinner and it was a good value. I didn't feel rushed and the food was was very good.

    King Bar by David BurkeResponded on June 24, 2021

    Thank you for your feedback! We are glad you enjoyed dinner and hope to see you back soon!

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    OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    10 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on June 5, 2021

    overall3food3service1ambience4

    We were looking forward to our dinner. The food was good and the atmosphere was very nice But the service had to be the worst I have ever expounded

    King Bar by David BurkeResponded on June 8, 2021

    Thank you for your feedback. In order to continually make improvements in service we would love to hear more about how the service was not as expected. Please reach out directly to our Director of F&B Outlets Norman Achong at 516-877-9477

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