Farmingdale is full of great community hotspots, attracting Long Islanders from all over. On its famous main street, plenty of bars and restaurants await adventurous visitors and residents alike seeking great drinks, great food, and a great time. Below is a list of five great bars worth visiting this August.

The Nutty Irishman

The Nutty Irishman is a popular spot on Farmingdale’s main street, full of a variety of events that locals and Long Island residents from all over have been taking part in for years now. Between their live music venue and stacked bar, including 26 beers on tap and a variety of inventive cocktails, a little something for everyone can be found here. They are also known for some great pub fare, including a unique mac and cheese bar for mixing and matching your favorite ingredients.

Croxley Ale House

Croxley Ale House of Farmingdale is one of four New York locations for the establishment, boasting great eats as well as an extensive list of cocktails and beers. Notably, Croxley Ale House features not only ciders and seasonal beers, but beer right from Long Island. Popular specialty cocktails include the Whiskey Smash and Irish Rosemary Lemonade. For those adventurous drinkers out there, try their $12 Fire & Light, a combination of light beer and Fireball Whiskey.

Dark Horse Tavern

Dark Horse Tavern opened in 2014, featuring quality pub fare, signature cocktails, and ice-cold craft brews. Their ever-changing craft beer draft lines have made Dark Horse Tavern a great place to unwind with friends in the heart of Farmingdale. Patrons can take advantage of nightly specials and daily happy hours. Some specials even mix pub fare like burgers with drinks, making for a well-priced and enjoyable experience.

Vintage Wine Bar and Bistro

Farmingdale’s Vintage Wine Bar and Bistro is perfect for wine lovers who want to experience over forty different wines by the bottle or glass. However, Vintage Wine Bar does not only feature wine but craft and domestic beers as well. Delicious brunch, as well as wine and beer flights, are also available to be booked here for an overall accommodating experience. 

Library Café

Library Café, built out of a historic Farmingdale library, is a unique place featuring great eats as well as a perfect assortment of beers, specialty cocktails, and wines. The unique decor is not the only reason to visit this spot. A large bar for more casual visits awaits those looking for a good drink at a fair price, but there is also plenty of booth and table space. Enjoy some of their popular Author’s Cocktails, featuring drinks named for famous authors like Dante Alighieri: Dante’s Inferno among others.

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