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Happy Hour Specials: Rare 650

One of the best local restaurants for an upscale night out.

is the place to be and be seen in Syosset. With elements of the classic steakhouse mixed with a trendy sushi lounge, Rare650 has become one of the most popular spots on Long Island to drink, dine and mingle.

While Rare 650 is not what you would think of as a typical happy hour spot, the bar opens at 4:00pm every day of the week. If you left the office early or feel like stopping by for cocktails after work, be sure to ask your bartender for drink recommendations and/or specials.

Monday nights at Rare 650 are known as “Wine Down Mondays.” The upscale eatery features a very extensive wine list with a number of varieties and unique selections. If you are a wine connoisseur, you know that some of the best picks are pricey, and after selecting several bottles, your bill can add up quickly. Rare 650’s Wine Down Mondays offers 50% off any bottle wine over $100 – a great deal if you want the best or know you are going to have more than one selection.

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Some of Rare 650’s finest wines are Stag’s Leap, Dominus and Opus One; ask to see the wine list for the complete collection.

Thursday night at Rare 650 has become the unofficial local singles night. While there is no age requirement to hang out at Rare 650 (except being 21 to drink, of course); 30 and up seems to be the range for the Thursday night hot spot.

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Rare 650 also hosts a number of special events that feature great deals on food and drink. Coming soon on Aug. 22 is "Guys Night Out." This event costs $125 plus gratuity and features some of the best menu selections paired with different varieties of both Johnnie Walker scotch and Blue Point Brewery beer. Call right away to reserve your seat.

Because the bar at Rare 650 opens early, stop in to enjoy a few cocktails before dinner. Also, check out Rare 650’s Facebook page for more special events and deals as the restaurant updates the site regularly.

Address: 650 Jericho Turnpike, Syosset NY, 11791

Phone: (516) 496-8000

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