Barrow Food House is a beloved fast-casual eatery in Riverhead, just off Main Road. Owned and operated by chef duo Amanda Falcone and Kyle Romeo, it focuses on scratch-made, locally sourced cuisine, with produce largely harvested from their Cedar Grove Farm.

The restaurant offers counter service and features indoor and outdoor seating (with no reservations, walk-ins only). It’s particularly dog-friendly on the patio and welcomes groups of up to six indoors due to its cozy layout. barrowfoodhouse.com

Patrons rave about their creative sandwich and bowl offerings, such as the signature smash burger, horseradish-crusted roast beef, fried chicken thigh sandwiches, and vegetarian mushroom-bean burgers. Reviews highlight consistent quality across both casual lunch bowls and diner-style comfort food.

Community feedback—on platforms like Tripadvisor, Yelp, Restaurantji, and Riverhead-focused Reddit threads—reflects high praise:

“Barrow Food House is quality in Riverhead… barrow for their burger and fries!” 
“My wife loved the butternut squash soup… Sandwiches were awesome.”

The atmosphere is laid-back and social, with a full bar, upbeat music, and picnic-style outdoor seating. It’s a favorite stop for families, dog owners, and groups of friends looking for a relaxed meal with elevated flavors.