The Spare Rib

Commack, NY · Barbecue restaurant

Rating
4.3/5
★★★★☆ 4.3
Reviews
20
Rank in Commack
#54
of 106 restaurants
City Percentile
45%
rating percentile
Address
The Spare Rib, 2098 Jericho Tpke, Commack, NY 11725
Phone
(631) 543-5050
Website
www.spareribli.com
Status
Closed · Opens 2 PM

The Spare Rib is a restaurant located in Commack, NY. It is one of 106 restaurants listed in Commack. Its 4.3-star rating matches the Commack city average of 4.3 stars. There are 10 photos associated with this location.

About The Spare Rib

Casual wood- & brick-accented eatery offering BBQ specialties & other American standards.

Hours

Saturday2 PM–9 PM

Customer Reviews

★☆☆☆☆ 1.0 Evan Marshal · Mar 2026

I wish there was a way to give negative stars, because that’s honestly what this place deserves now. Four years ago I left this restaurant a five-star review. Back then I loved everything about The Spare Rib — the food was great, the service was great, and the workers always treated people right. It used to feel like a place that cared about its customers and its staff. But after my most recent visit, I had to come back and change that five-star review to a one-star. If I could make it negative five stars, I would. Let me be clear about one thing: this is NOT about the food or the staff. My server and the bartender were both excellent. They were polite, professional, and did everything right. The problem is management. While I was there, the manager was openly disrespecting employees r

★★★★★ 5.0 Redgtsfury · Dec 2024

Such a great place that we found by chance, my wife and I were traveling from Pennsylvania to car shop in New York, and on the way home we were trying to find a local restaurant, not a corporate chain to go to for dinner. She located this place and we decided to go, and she chose well. The atmosphere made me think of going into a cozy log cabin, the mood lights were perfect, the staff is always making sure everything is okay, and the food was delicious, we're very glad we found this place and we would certainly come here again if we're in the area. The food that is pictured, macaroni and cheese with pulled pork on top, and of course the other is a pulled pork sandwich on a toasted bun with what I believe was pickled cabbage, and sweet yams. Dinner was also served with bread and cornbread.

★★★★★ 5.0 Richard Lear · Jan 2026

A friend took me on a tour of Long Island where he grew up. I got to meet Mrs. Ray who was a teacher at his school. She's 101 now, and delightful. AND, I got to eat the best ribs ever at The Spare Rib. The environment is cozy, the service is great, and the ribs are out of this world. I had the baby back ribs. I wish they were near my house. If you go, you should order some ribs for Mrs. Ray. Somebody there has to know her. This will definitely become a regular stop for you

★★★★☆ 4.0 Richard Benkov · Mar 2026

Pricey but good. We drove a little bit for a change of pace. Service was friendly and attentive. Food was delicious

★★★★★ 5.0 Kyle Schwarz · Feb 2026

Great local spot with high quality home made food. So much better than corporate chains. Great vibe and service. Been dozens of times.

Accessibility & Amenities

✓ Wheelchair Accessible Entrance ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Parking Lot ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Restroom ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Seating

Services

Barbecue restaurantAmerican restaurantBar & grill

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