Hildebrandts is an old-time diner. There was lots of stainless steel, an old soda bar, the waiters wore black aprons and the drinking glasses had those old-time metal holders. It was very much a family restaurant. There was a young mom explaining to her kids how long their family had been coming here. This was a long-time generational thing for them.
The thing that makes them really special is that they make their own ice cream in the back. Watch the DDD video before you go. Having seen them make the ice cream made the shake experience all the better. I tried the cappuccino chip shake. Wow! You don't realize the extra junk that they put in ice cream until it's gone. They obviously use high quality ingredients. Even the little bits of chocolate were really enjoyable.
I ordered the lobster ravioli in vodka sauce. For a diner, their Italian food was as good as any Italian restaurant in New York. So, the bar is pretty high.
Service was good but, a little short because they were busy at the time.
I rated them 9.5 because the food was really good and it was a genuine diner. They missed the mark a little on the service side and the atmosphere was kind of ordinary; still well worth checking out.
Hildebrandt's
84 Hillside Avenue
Williston Park, NY 11596
(516) 741-0608
www.hildebrandtsrestaurant.com
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