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Big Daddy's

4.9 (615)
$30 and under
American
1 Park Ln, Massapequa, NY 11758-4341

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Big Daddy's

4.9
$30 and under
American
Massapequa

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2 people
11:30 pm
Booked 2 times today

About this restaurant

Big Daddy’s Restaurant located in Massapequa, NY opened in 1993, specializing in the foods of New Orleans, Cajun, Creole and South. Often imitated, but never duplicated, Big Daddy’s remains the “Original Home of Southern Food & Moonshine.” The atmosphere is fun, casual and colorful which you will know as soon as you enter. The newly renovated bar features Louisiana swamp cypress and old time brick. Portions are big and so are the Hurricanes.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Barbecue, Cajun
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 3:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Area
    Massapequa
  • Parking Details
    Private Parking
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Weekend Brunch

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Big Daddy's.

4.9

4.9
(615)
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • New York State

    American

  • Nassau

    Best Service

  • Nassau

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Big Daddy's shines as a Long Island gem for Cajun/Creole cuisine, offering "absolutely delicious" food and "amazing staff." Guests appreciate gluten-free options, live music, and a "friendly vibe." The restaurant is ideal for family dining and special occasions, with standout dishes like jambalaya and peanut butter jelly pie.
615 Reviews
  1. Susanne

    New York City10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 23 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Big Daddy’s is one of the only restaurants on Long Island that offers Cajun/Creole cooking. The servers are great! We were able to get the preferred seating specified on the reservations in a timely fashion - which is HUGE on a Friday night! Also, the kitchen accommodated my gluten allergy. And, the music was cool!

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  2. Laura

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 3 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely delicious and amazing staff. Can't wait to go back.

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  3. Steven Gold

    New York City6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 16 September 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food and service. Will definitely be back soon.

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  4. James

    New York State5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 23 August 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is always delicious. Good for family dining. Live music on certain nights. My go to restaurant.

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  5. Garrett

    New York City15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 31 July 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Celebrated a birthday and absolutely loved the food and drinks.

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  6. James Gold

    Orlando / Central Florida East56 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 29 July 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service. Had oysters during happy hour good price. Cocktails were also very good.

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  7. Jim

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 24 July 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Greek restaurant. Been there a bunch. Always a great experience. Food is awesome as usual. Service is excellent as usual. Highly recommend. Pasta jambalaya, Billy Carter’s crawfish. And don’t leave without trying the peanut butter jelly pie for dessert. And this is coming from someone who never orders dessert. Lol.

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  8. Roxane Gold

    New York City5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 2 July 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always an excellent experience! The weight staff bartenders and bus people are all exceptional. The food and drinks are consistent and delicious.

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  9. Bessie

    New York City14 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on 21 June 2026

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is not what it use to be in flavor, richness and overall taste. Service and ambiance still great.

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  10. Kate

    New York City10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 21 June 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Perfect venue for Father’s Day. Jambalaya and gumbo were terrific and because I don’t choose spicy food personally, they made me a plain but hearty hamburger. My cyclone hit the spot too! This is one of my husband’s favorite cuisines so I was happy to oblige. Service was good and there’s an overall friendly vibe.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Barbecue, Cajun
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 3:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Area
    Massapequa
  • Parking Details
    Private Parking
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Weekend Brunch

FAQs

For a relaxed weekend meal, try Big Daddy’s weekend brunch (Sat 12:00–3:00 pm, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm), guests report being seated quickly and enjoying the live entertainment; for a quieter dinner, many visitors suggest arriving earlier (around 5:00 pm) to avoid the busy 6:30–7:30 evening rush on weekend nights.

Casual dress, comfortable, informal attire is appropriate; nothing formal is required.

Sunday is a favourite, Sunday brunch (11:00 am–3:00 pm) gets high marks from guests for its live entertainment and lively brunch atmosphere.

Yes, Big Daddy's is a popular choice for special occasions and birthdays, offering a lively atmosphere with live music and notable cocktails, making it a fun option for a celebratory date night.

Big Daddy’s offers a fun, colorful New Orleans–style vibe: a newly renovated Louisiana-cypress bar, frequent live bands, and an energetic, music-forward dining room.

Expect the biggest crowds on weekend evenings, especially Saturday nights and busy weekends like Mardi Gras, while Sunday brunch visits tend to have easier seating and quicker turnarounds.

Yes, Big Daddy’s is family-friendly: guests describe it as "good for family dining" and a "perfect venue for Father’s Day, " and reviewers note staff accommodate families and children.

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Big Daddy's

4.9
$30 and under
American
Massapequa

Make a booking

2 people
11:30 pm
Booked 2 times today
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