Commack Restaurants

Situated on the outskirts of the Hauppauge Industrial Park, Butterfields is an unexpected treasure amidst an area populated by warehouses, light manufacturing and office buildings, and fast food joints. Lavishly decorated in rich gold, green, and burgundy tones and accented by mahogany woodwork and framed Jack Vettriano artwork, this dimly lit restaurant adds a touch of Manhattan to Suffolk County.

The maitre'd, wait, and bus staff were outgoing and eager to accommodate on a recent Friday evening visit. Co-owner and Executive Chef Jerry Suppa has years of experience and a passion for experimenting with New American fare, resulting in an eclectic menu that is constantly changing.

The marinated grilled Portobello mushroom appetizer was a true crowd pleaser. The two large mushrooms were accompanied by oven dried tomatoes served over crisp pancetta baby greens and topped with gorgonzola cheese drizzled with truffle balsamic. The Butterfields chipotle style boneless chicken wings seemed slightly ordinary and pub-like in contrast to the otherwise gourmet menu.

The penne and wood grilled chicken gorgonzola entrée is not to be missed. The al dente pasta and cubes of grilled chicken were tossed with asparagus, flat leaf spinach, baby tomatoes, basil toasted bread crumbs, and roasted garlic balsamic vinegar served in a gorgonzola cream sauce. The 14-oz. sterling silver sirloin was another standout, escorted by caramelized onions, wild mushrooms, roasted garlic whipped potatoes, and bass ale onion rings. For dessert, the double decker chipwich was a delectable treat layered with vanilla malt gelato and oversized chocolate chip cookies sprinkled with caramel, cream, and confection sugar.

Butterfields offers a variety of specials each week. From its lively Sunday afternoon football and pasta events to its daily lunch specials and weekend musical entertainment, there's always a good reason to visit. The restaurant's surprisingly modest pricing means you can experience complete dinners ranging from $30-45 pp and lunches for between $12-20 pp.