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The James - The James, Babylon, NY

The James

4.6
4.6
450 Reviews
$50 and over
Continental

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 26 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
  • Hot spot
Welcome to The James, an elegant restaurant that boasts two spacious floors, a large bar, and impeccable service.

At The James, we have built a menu that you can proudly look upon as your favorite local restaurant, with a design and ambiance that will impress for all special occasions. Our chefs prepare locally sourced seafood, fresh pastas, and USDA Prime-grade steaks from the finest and freshest ingredients. Tantalize your tastebuds with intriguing and fun new dishes.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Continental, French, American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (631) 975-2637
  • Website
    http://www.thejamesli.com/
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Catering
    Weddings, Showers, Anniversaries, Birthdays, Graduations, Retirement Parties, Corporate Events
  • Private party facilities
    We would love to be a part of your event and to help create lasting memories. Our team has the knowledge, passion, and experience to turn your ideas into reality. Contact our events team today! https://www.thejamesli.com/private-events/

Experiences

  • $59 Prix Fixe Dinner

    Multiple dates available
    Enjoy a three-course dinner for $59 per person on Sunday - Thursday evenings for a limited time. (Plus tax & gratuity. Not available on holidays. Regular a la carte dinner menu is also available.)
    $59 Prix Fixe Dinner Photo

  • Wine Down Monday

    Multiple dates available
    Enjoy bottles of wine over $150 for 50% OFF every Monday night at The James.
    Wine Down Monday Photo

  • Sunday Funday at The James

    Multiple dates available
    Join us for Sunday Funday with 50% off Magnum Bottles of Wine + Happy Hour Specials all day at the bar

Offers

  • Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 3:00 PM - 8:45 PM,Mon - 5:00 PM - 9:45 PM,Wed - Thu - 5:00 PM - 9:45 PM,Fri - 4:00 PM - 10:45 PM
    Enjoy Happy Hour Specials at the bar, weeknights from 4 pm-6 pm & all day Sunday! $9 Dirty Martinis $9 Espresso Martinis $8 Select Glasses of Wine $5 Draft Beers $1 Clams $2 Oysters $3 Shrimp Cocktail $15 James Burger $15 Chicken Sandwich (Plus tax & gratuity. Not available on holidays)

    Happy Hour Photo

Menu

View menu on restaurant's website

What 450 people are saying

The James reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • New York State

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

  • Suffolk

    Most Booked

  • Suffolk

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The James offers a blend of elegance and culinary delight, with "fantastic" service and a "beautiful" ambiance. Diners rave about the "amazing food," including standout steaks and seafood. Though some find it "pricey," many agree it's "worth every penny" for special occasions. Expect a lively atmosphere and "top notch" hospitality.
450 Reviews

  1. gary

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Server was great and made the experience fantastic.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The James was an exceptional dining experience! They offer valet parking and excellent service. The food selection is limited but carefully curated, focusing on high-quality, cuisine. We began with some caviar bumps, which were fantastic. The caviar (kaluga) was infused with vodka, creating a unique and flavorful experience. For our main course, we opted for the surf and turf, tomahawk steak with lobster tail, accompanied by creamy mashed potatoes and delicious in-house truffle butter. To wash it all down, we paired our food with their signature margaritas and espresso martinis. The margaritas were refreshing and perfectly balanced, while the espresso martini was a delightful shot of espresso with vodka and coffee liqueur. To end our evening on a sweet note, we indulged in a delicious dessert that resembled a lava cake with flames, ice cream, and caramel sauce. (Forget the name) Overall, it was a lovely evening, and while the prices may be a bit higher, it’s definitely worth every penny. Best steak and lobster I’ve had on LI in a long time.

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  3. Phil

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I believe our server was Desmond. Super helpful very attractive and created an awesome experience. Food was excellent. Lively crowd, I think because of the high ceilings it creates a very loud experience. Great for groups. Music that comes on after 9-9:30 was awesome. Overall great dining experience.

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  4. jessica

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ramon was very attentive and did a great job! The food was delicious, large bar, great crowd and the restaurant was beautiful.

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  5. Minerva

    New York City6 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    $33 for a Martini is a bit much. The Martini served by a pretty girl in a red dress is a cute idea, but Id rather pay a normal fee (at most $20) and have it served the normal way. Also the waiter should be more polished for this type of establishment. It really does make a difference. I have been here a few times and I will never forget the first waiter we had when they first opened. He was exceptional, but never saw him again.

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  6. Denise VIP

    New York City22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Gorgeous restaurant 🤩Amazing food, service and staff!! We will definitely be back!!

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  7. Ryan VIP

    New York City16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    From the valet to paying the check, the experience was top notch. Food was cooked perfectly and drinks were on point! We will be back.

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  8. DonnaD

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was outstanding except the noise level. The acoustics should be adjusted if possible and certainly the music lowered.

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  9. Jeanpaul

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Overall great night, our server Ramon did amazing. Made our night go by so smooth and just a great experience, next time you visit definitely ask for Ramon. 10/10 recommend him !

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  10. christa

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great attention to allergies from drinks to food.

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FAQs

The James is rated 4.6 stars by 450 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 26 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The James

21 Fire Island Ave, Babylon, NY 11702-3501

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Babylon
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Continental, French, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Website
    http://www.thejamesli.com/
  • Phone number
    (631) 975-2637
  • Catering
    Weddings, Showers, Anniversaries, Birthdays, Graduations, Retirement Parties, Corporate Events
  • Private party facilities
    We would love to be a part of your event and to help create lasting memories. Our team has the knowledge, passion, and experience to turn your ideas into reality. Contact our events team today! https://www.thejamesli.com/private-events/
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