Purple Eleplant (The)

Description

The Purple Elephant is located at 818 Fort Salong Road  W. (Route 25A),  Northport, NY.  There are two accessible parking spaces  in front. More parking can be found behind the building. The rear parking area is gravel. Five stone steps lead to the double-door entry. There is a long ramp beginning at the right end of the building.

The floor is wood. There is a full-height counter, tables and banquettes. Space is a bit tight in the main dining area. The area to the right is roomier.

A single-occupancy, restroom is located to the rear of the counter. It is a tight to get into and tight inside. There is a much larger, single-occupancy, accessible restroom in the dining area on the right.

There is some outdoor seating out front and on the deck at the rear.

Checklist

Attraction Type:  dining
Number of accessible spaces:  2
Location of accessible spaces:  in front of the restaurant
Surface of lot:  paved, but uneven in front; gravel if you park in the back
Distance to venue:  depends on where you have to park
Transportation to venue offered:  na
Terrain:  somewhat uneven
Places to rest:  no benches out front
Paths and walkways:  concrete ramp to entrance
Location of accessible entrance:  main entrance
Doors:  double doors, small entryway, then single door
Number of floors:  one
Elevators:  na
Ramps:  ramp from right side of building to main entrance
Steps and staircases:  5 stone steps to entrance
Width of aisles:  space is tight in bar area, more space in back dining area and on deck
Places to sit:  tables, banquettes, and full-height bar
Location of restrooms:  one restroom is in rear of counter; other restroom is in second dining area
Type of restroom:  both are single-occupancy, one in back is accessible
Ease of entry and exit:  at an angle, a bit tight
Baby changing station:  no
Available food services:  lunch, dinner
Friendliness of staff:  very friendly and efficient

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We have always loved The Purple Elephant.  A wonderful experience, with adventurous food and great service. Healthy and sustainable, Latiin-inspired dishes for vegans, vegetarians and meat-lovers alike are served in a cozy and casual setting overlooking the marina and Northport Harbor beyond. The lovely outdoor deck is a wonderful place in warm weather.

Parking may be found out front where there are two accessible spaces. Chances are you will have to go around back and park in the large lot which also serves the marina. If you need to go around back, it might be best to drop passengers off because the lot is gravel.For those who cannot manage the five colorful steps there is a concrete ramp to the double door main entrance.

Once inside, you will find that it is indeed “cozy.” There is a full-height counter, tables and banquettes in the main dining area. Although not spacious, it is doable. There is another area, to the back and right, which is more spacious, allowing for easier navigation and seating. This area is where the spacious, single-occupancy, accessible restroom is located. The other restroom, located after the counter in the main dining area, is tiny. Our recommendation is to ask to be directed to the accessible one.

We chose to sit outside on this beautiful day. Our server was very pleasant and accommodating.  It’s always difficult to make a decision about what to order, as everything is delicious. We finally decided on a Veggie Teriyaki Bowl and a Sweet Potato Bowl. Of course they were great!

The Purple Elephant is a special place. 

As always, we at Destination Accessible, advise you to visit a venue’s website, www.purpleeleplantny.com, when planning a visit to “know more before you go.”

Location

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