Anchor Down

Not only was the food incredible, but Zach and josh who were assisting me made the whole experience an 11/10. Wanted something small and didn’t know what to get and Zach expertly recommended the clam chowder which was phenomenal. On top of that, my wife got the lobster roll which she won’t stop raving about. Will definitely be back :)

The staff and ambiance outside and inside is welcoming and friendly. I can't wait to come back and try more than just the two dishes I had. When I do my reading one more than likely be higher, but I can say so far that the specialty role was extremely filling and meaty. Lobster bites were not bad but some of them were a little spicy too spicy.

The drinks were on point, the view is spectacular and the staff once again will brighten up anyone's day. ;). Love my first visit and would absolutely go again

The food was pretty good. Ordered a shrimp cocktail and 1/2 dozen oysters to start with. They were decent although the oysters weren't opened and cleaned properly and had to pull pieces of shell out of my mouth, which could have been a major issue if I bit down on them 🤔... My main course was a shrimp and lobster pot pie, which was a cute presentation. However, the dish very runny and soupy and a little on the salty side. There were pieces of shrimp but not much lobster at all. They kind of chintz out by putting chunks of potato in there which is supposed to fill it up I assume... The shrimp wasnt cleaned well so there were shells in there also. The plate is also served very very hot... The side order of spinach came to the table and the waitress actually lost control of it and it crashed onto the table. There was SO MUCH oil in the dish (HOT OIL) it splattered, burning my hand and also went all over the seat and splattered onto my pocketbook... so wasnt thrilled... but needless to say... accidents happen... What can u do? My friend enjoyed his steak so that was good. The interior is small and dark and the tables are so close together you feel like you're part of the conversation and it's a little too close for comfort. The ceilings are very low and a bar sits in front of the row of tables. Not ideal atmosphere at all. Maybe the outdoor seating is a better vibe when the season calls for that. I won't be returning tho...

The food and menu at Anchor Down in Merrick were similar to that in Seafood.
The calamari for the table was quite generous.
I had the blackened swordfish and it was delicious 😋