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Hometown Cafe

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Hometown Cafe does Diner out of East Islip, and comes in #18 of 44 in East Islip. It counts as Diner and American as well. Most-mentioned: the pancakes, home fries and cream cheese. Reviewers keep mentioning that it is an old-school room and the service is quick. It takes reservations, has outdoor seating and opens for breakfast. The number — 73 — comes from 510 ratings. $$, for what it's worth.

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Where
  • 104 E Main St, East Islip, NY 11730, USA
  • East Islip, NY · Suffolk County
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Opening hours ⏰

When the door is open

MondayClosed
Tuesday5:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Wednesday5:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Thursday5:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Friday5:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Saturday5:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Sunday7:00 AM – 1:00 PM
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