Dominick’s Italian-American Deli celebrated its 30th anniversary in New Hyde Park this February, marking three decades of serving some of Long Island’s most beloved chicken fingers and classic deli dishes. “I started those chicken fingers about 28 years ago,” said Dominick Grosso, the deli’s founder. “People come in every day from all over Long Island for our chicken fingers.” 

He added that there are people who drive in from New Jersey and Connecticut as well as those who make a special visit whenever they are traveling to Long Island from other states, simply for nostalgia’s sake. The iconic dish has become a staple for locals and visitors alike, earning a reputation for being consistently delicious. “The recipe has stayed the same,” Grosso said.