The Great Escape: Leisurely Lunch with the Girls

Many people use some of their sick days from work as mental health days.  If you and your friends plan to take one together, why not use that free day to have a leisurely lunch?

If Italian food is one of your favorites, then Mama Lombardi's in Holbrook is a good choice. Their lunch menu features pasta, vegetables, chicken, seafood, veal and beef specialties. Or, choose a meal consisting of appetizers, soup or salad for lighter fare.

For sushi or Chinese food, you have a choice between Crystal Garden Chinese Restaurant or Oriental Sushi in Ronkonkoma and Tofu Chinese and Japanese Restaurant in Farmingville. If Thai food is one of your favorites, there is always J&C 68 in Farmingville, too.

If a more casual sit down meal is more your style, Panera in Holbrook features soup and sandwich combinations along with an array of assorted bakery items. They also have espressos and smoothies if you want to add a liquid treat to your meal.

For more of a homemade style casual meal, try the Holbrook Diner. Their entire menu is available 24 hours a day during the week plus they have a full bar if your idea of a girl's lunch is not complete without a glass of wine or martini.