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Nautilus Cafe, Freeport, NY

Nautilus Cafe

4.8
4.8
1596 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 6 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
Located on Freeport Famous Nautical Mile, Nautilus Cafe offers the finest Fresh Seafood, Large Lobsters and Prime Steaks, served in a nicely appointed dining room with tables covered in white tablecloths. With a beautiful view of Woodcleft Canal we are a spin off of the famous Dar Tiffany and Scotch & Sirloin restaurants.

Unfortunately we are not handicapped accessible.
Chef de Cuisine Edwin Segovia,
Sous Chef Armondo Gonzalez

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steak, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Tue–Sat 12:00 pm–3:30 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Valet Parking<br />Street Parking<br />Public Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Brian Crofton
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What 1,596 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • New York State

    Seafood

  • Nassau

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Nautilus Cafe offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent food and service" and a "beautiful setting overlooking the water." Renowned for its "2 pound lobster" and diverse menu, it never disappoints. Guests praise the "friendly and attentive staff," making it a must-visit on Long Island.

1,596 Reviews
  1. robert

    VIP

    New York City

    42 reviews

    5.0

    42 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Just splendid - every time! A terrific dining experience. I couldn't be more laudatory about my visit on March 1st. Like all my other visits - superior in every way. Msgr. Batule

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  2. MINDY

    New York City

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The prime rib is excellent! The full cut can be shared. Tender, juicy and delicious. Great service!

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    New York State

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and service

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  4. Lisa

    New York City

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on February 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This place never disappoints. Been going here for 30yrs. Fresh delicious food & outstanding service. I go no other place on the Nautical Mile. Love it!

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  5. Dr. Sandra

    VIP

    New York City

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on February 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great service. 2 pound lobster with soup or salad for $49.

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  6. Marguerite

    VIP

    New York City

    60 reviews

    5.0

    60 reviews

    Dined on February 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Birthday dinner was a success. We didn't realize we hit the end of restaurant week, so my dinner came with choice of several good appetizers and dessert choices for the price the of the main course. Hubby got a 2lb lobster that wasn't even on the menu that evening, and they steamed it perfectly and delivered to the table cut so that it was so easy for him to pull the meat. We received the friendliest greeting, a happy birthday upon entering and Ronnie our server was wonderful at helping me decide what to pick from so many great options. What I also liked was that the food was not salted to death, like most restaurants do. Some may call the food tasteless, but when you get used to cutting back salt intake, you start to enjoy the "actual" taste of the food on your plate!

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had the arugula salad with strawberries and pine nuts and chopped baked clams, both excellent. Then, we had the salmon and fish & chips. The listed sauce for the slamon was spicy so they didn't hesitate to change to a maple glaze instead. The fish was lightly breaded, not overwheming as is far too common, accompamnied by a plate full of shoestring potatoes. Yummy. Before leaving, we were informed that they have a daily priz fixe menu which includes desert for $4 more than the restaurant week choice and the menu included a few more choices. There are other specials during the week as well. This area of Freeport is dead during the winter. So many places are closed. It's nice to see a good restaurant do well under difficult circumstances. Everyone should come check them out. You won't be disappointed. We've been here before and won't hesitate to return again. A delightful and tasty lunch.

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  8. Gary

    VIP

    New York City

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on January 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Once again Nautilus Cafe was beyond amazing; our favorite restaurant on Long Island. My wife and I both chose the 2 lb Lobster. Best seafood hands down! Believe it or not their steak and prime rib is as good as any steakhouse in Nassau County! Great food, ambience, low noise level, and reasonable prices. Brian the owner is the nicest guy around, so its not surprising that the entire staff is friendly and attentive.

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  9. Robert

    VIP

    New York City

    26 reviews

    4.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on January 26, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Always a pleasant experience dining here. Staff is friendly and the food is great.

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  10. Linda

    VIP

    New York City

    319 reviews

    5.0

    319 reviews

    Dined on January 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We always enjoy this restaurant. Fresh fish, well prepared and delicious. NIce salads. Friendly ambience.

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FAQs

Nautilus Cafe offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (516) 379-2566.

Nautilus Cafe is rated 4.8 stars by 1596 OpenTable diners.

Nautilus Cafe does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 6 times today
Google Map for Nautilus Cafe

46 Woodcleft Avenue, Freeport, NY 11520

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steak, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Tue–Sat 12:00 pm–3:30 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Valet Parking<br />Street Parking<br />Public Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Brian Crofton
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