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What to order
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Pasta Tacos
Mentioned several times as a must-try version of the chicken cutlet tacos, especially with pesto pasta or other pasta fillings; reviewers loved the freshness, seasoning, and oversized portions.
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Buffalo Mac & Cheese Chicken Cutlet Tacos
Called amazing and delicious by multiple reviewers, with the buffalo mac and cheese combination praised for being creamy, tangy, and packed with flavor.
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Chicken Cutlet Tacos With Fettuccine Alfredo
Recommended for its surprisingly delicious combination of crispy chicken cutlet tacos and creamy Alfredo, with reviewers noting that the flavors pair perfectly and the portions are generous.
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Chicken Taco Pasta
Highlighted as a social-media favorite and described as fresh, perfectly seasoned, and so large that it was hard to finish, making it a memorable and popular choice.
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Penne Alla Vodka Bread Bowl
Praised as a standout dish for being rich, flavorful, and served in a crispy bread bowl, often mentioned as one of the best items tried.
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Prime Rib
Recommended for being cooked to perfection and served in a very generous portion with sides, making it a great value for the price.
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Churro Fries With Soft Serve Ice Cream
Described as delicious and a sweet standout dessert item that reviewers specifically singled out as worth trying.
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Jack Daniel's Sliders
Recommended as a flavorful appetizer with tasty bite, quality short rib meat, and fried onions, earning strong praise from one of the most detailed reviews.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 8 AM to 11 PM |
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| Tuesday | 8 AM to 11 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM to 11 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM to 11 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM to 12 AM |
| Saturday | 7 AM to 12 AM |
| Sunday | 7 AM to 11 PM |
About Island Lake Diner
Island Lake Diner is a diner and American restaurant in Ronkonkoma, New York, with Greek, breakfast, lunch, seafood, sandwich, salad, and steak house categories. Reviewers consistently praise the large portions, fast service, and the menu variety, especially the social-media dishes and house-made comfort food. Commonly mentioned items include chicken cutlet tacos, mac n cheese dishes, home fries, and chicken fingers. The restaurant is described as casual, cozy, and quiet, and it serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and solo diners.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Serves local specialty
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Happy hour drinks
- Happy hour food
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Organic dishes
- Private dining room
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- Has changing table(s)
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- On-site parking
- Paid parking lot
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked
What is Island Lake Diner known for?
It is best known for chicken cutlet tacos, especially versions paired with pasta like fettuccine Alfredo, pesto pasta, or mac and cheese. Reviewers repeatedly call the portions huge and say the tacos are flavorful, filling, and worth the price for both lunch and dinner.
What dishes are most recommended at Island Lake Diner?
Reviewers most often recommend the chicken cutlet tacos, Buffalo mac and cheese chicken cutlet tacos, chicken taco pasta, penne alla vodka breadcones, and chicken fingers. Other frequently praised items include matza ball soup, beef goulash, home fries, and churro fries with soft serve.
What is the atmosphere like at Island Lake Diner?
The diner is described as casual, cozy, and quiet, with a calm dining room that still gets busy at peak times. It suits families, groups, and solo diners, and reviewers mention attentive service and a relaxed place to sit down for a meal.
Is Island Lake Diner good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is $20 to $30, and many reviewers say the generous portions make that feel reasonable. People note that a single order can cover both lunch and dinner, especially with dishes like the chicken cutlet tacos and breadbowls.
When is the best time to visit Island Lake Diner?
It can get packed on Saturday nights around 6 p.m., but reviewers say the wait is often only about 5 to 10 minutes. If you want a smoother visit, going earlier or outside peak dinner hours may be easier.
Is parking available at Island Lake Diner?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, On-site parking, Paid parking lot, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Island Lake Diner have vegetarian options?
Yes, Island Lake Diner offers vegan options.
Is Island Lake Diner kid-friendly?
Yes, Island Lake Diner is good for kids.
