Sneak peek of NY's first Ford's Garage, opening soon on Long Island

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Long Island will soon welcome New York’s first Ford’s Garage restaurant.

The popular Florida-based burger and brew chain, known for its Ford-inspired decor and memorabilia, is set to open at Smith Haven Mall on Saturday, Nov. 2, a company spokesperson confirmed to Greater Long Island.

The new Ford’s Garage location in Lake Grove, approximately 5,100 square feet with seating for about 275, will occupy the former Bobby’s Burger Palace site.

Greater Long Island got an exclusive sneak peek of the space earlier this week. Keep scrolling for photos.

This location is being launched by Long Island developer Steve Israel and his son, Jake Israel.

“From the great food to the immersive atmosphere, Ford’s Garage is a one-of-a-kind dining experience, and we’re proud to be the first to offer it in New York,” said Steve Israel, who, in 2012, helped co-found the original Ford’s Garage location in Fort Myers, Fla. “Guests at Ford’s Garage not only enjoy the great tastes from the menu but they can also savor the automotive nostalgia inspired by the legendary Ford Motor Company.”

The chain’s other locations are primarily in Florida, with additional spots in Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio and Texas. A location is also in the works for Richmond, Va.

Ford’s Garage opened its first location in 2012 — according to company lore, the spot was less than a mile from the Fort Myers, Fla. winter home of Henry Ford, founder of the Ford Motor Company. It has since expanded to more than two dozen locations, with 20 throughout Florida and plans to keep growing.

The chain bills itself as a “go-to neighborhood burger and brew joint” that pays tribute to the history of Ford Motor Company at locations designed to take on the look of a 1920s-era service station. Employees dress in auto shop uniforms and work among classic Ford vehicles and memorabilia.

Menu items stick to the car enthusiast’s theme with burgers that include the “Model ‘A’ and “The Jiffy,” along with offerings such as “Famous Firestone Shrimp” and “Edsel’s Hot Pretzels.” There are driving-themed drinks, too, such as the “Mustang Mary,” the “Motor-Jito” and the “Backseat Driver.”

Ford’s Garage, located at 355 Smith Haven Mall, will be opened Monday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Friday from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. and Sunday 10:30 a.m.-10 p.m.