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Local restaurants to get to know

Independent kitchens, neighborhood cafes and places for your next meal.

An alphabetical selection of researched local places. This is not a rating or popularity ranking.

Pizza restaurant

3 Brothers Pizza

Pizza restaurant · 285 Merrick Rd

3 Brothers Pizza is a chef-driven pizzeria located in Rockville Centre, providing quality traditional, halal, and vegan Italian fare on Long Island. The pizzeria offers a range of menu items, including appetizers, salads, pastas, entrees, heroes, desserts, rolls, calzones, and pizzas by the pie or slice, with both vegan and traditional options available. What sets 3 Brothers apart is that they feature cashew milk mozzarella, vegan proteins, and sauces that are all made in-house, without ingredients that are difficult to pronounce. They also use a special type of flour that is not bleached or bromated. 3 Brothers Pizza has a sister location, 3 Brothers Pizza Cafe, in Farmingdale.

Restaurant

88 Asian Cuisine

Restaurant · 35 Main St

88 Asian Cuisine is a restaurant located at 35 Main St, East Rockaway, NY 11518, in the Town of Hempstead. The restaurant serves Chinese cuisine, including a variety of classic dishes such as stir-fries, lo mein, seafood, and egg rolls. The menu features over 100 dishes, and the restaurant uses 100% fresh ingredients. Customers can order online through the restaurant's secure and reliable online order platform. Customers can visit the restaurant or order online for takeout. The restaurant can be contacted by phone at 516-887-3377 or 516-887-3386. The address of the restaurant is 35 Main St, East Rockaway, NY 11518.

Bagel shop

A&S Bagels

Bagel shop · 761 Hempstead Turnpike

A&S Bagels is a bagel shop located at 761 Hempstead Turnpike, Franklin Square, New York. The shop offers a variety of bagels, including plain, poppy, sesame, garlic, onion, and salted, as well as more unique flavors like jalapeño and French toast. They also offer cream cheese concoctions like veggie, lox, and cinnamon raisin walnut. In addition to their retail shop, A&S Bagels also operates a wholesale program, distributing their bagels to bagel shops, bakeries, food service institutions, supermarkets, and delis across the country. They offer a range of products, including fresh fully baked bagels, thaw and serve bagels, par-baked bagels, and frozen raw dough bagels. A&S Bagels has been featured in various media outlets, including Newsday, Fox 5, and CBS morning news. A&S Bagels has a strong presence in the community, with the founder, Antonino Scolieri, being recognized as the Franklin Square Businessperson of the year in 2009. The shop has also hosted events, such as customer appreciation day, and has been involved in local charitable initiatives.

Bar and grill restaurant

Alias Smith and Jones

Bar and grill restaurant · 2863 Woods Ave

Alias Smith and Jones is a restaurant and bar located in Oceanside, New York, in the Town of Hempstead. The business was established by owner and chef Gene Turner. The menu at Alias Smith and Jones features a wide variety of options, including fresh seafood, steaks, chops, unique salads, sandwiches, and burgers. The restaurant also offers a large selection of daily specials and serves lunch, dinner, and Sunday brunch. In addition to its regular dining services, Alias Smith and Jones offers on and off premise catering. The restaurant has private party rooms that can accommodate groups of 20 to 200 people for various occasions. The staff, including Sue and Gene Turner, can help customize party packages. The restaurant is located at 2863 Woods Ave in Oceanside, NY, and can be contacted at (516) 678-5888. Alias Smith and Jones aims to provide a memorable dining experience for its customers, with a friendly and knowledgeable staff on hand to assist with any needs.

Peruvian restaurant

Ananau Peruvian Cuisine

Peruvian restaurant · 4547 Austin Blvd

Ananau Peruvian Cuisine is located at 4547 Austin Boulevard in Island Park, New York. The restaurant offers Peruvian cuisine. The restaurant's menu includes a variety of dishes, such as ceviches, tiraditos, anticuchos, and lomo saltado. These dishes are part of the restaurant's effort to provide a range of options. The team at Ananau Peruvian Cuisine uses ingredients to prepare traditional Peruvian dishes. The restaurant aims to provide a culinary experience. To get in touch with the restaurant, customers can use the form on the website, email ananauny@gmail.com, or call (516)5172633. The restaurant is open at 4547 Austin Blvd, Island Park, NY 11558. Customers can visit the restaurant to try its Peruvian cuisine. The restaurant has a website designed and managed by www.matchgraphic.com.

Delicatessen

Atlantic Beach Café Deli

Delicatessen · 1961 Park St

Atlantic Beach Café Deli is located at 1961 Park St, Atlantic Beach, NY 11509. The deli offers a variety of menu items, including House Favorites such as the Grilled Chicken Roll and Chicken Cutlet Supreme Sandwich. The deli also serves pizza, with options including Cheese Pizza, Pepperoni Pizza, and Meatball Parmigiana Pizza. Additionally, they offer pizza by the slice, with choices like Cheese Pizza Slice and Buffalo Chicken Pizza Slice. The deli also offers appetizers, soups, salads, and hot heroes, including the Chicken Parmigiana Hero and Eggplant Parmigiana Hero. The deli has a wide range of specialty sandwiches, including the AB Special Sandwich, Amaley Sandwich, and Beach Street Sandwich. They also offer calzones and rolls, such as the Chicken Roll and Sausage Roll. Customers can order online for delivery or pickup on Slicelife.com, and the deli can be contacted at (516) 568-7799.

Independent shops worth exploring

Browse locally rooted shops and find something beyond the usual chains.

An alphabetical selection of researched local places. This is not a rating or popularity ranking.

Surf store

A Surfers World L.L.C

Surf store · 100 Greenway Rd

A Surfers World L.L.C is located at 100 Greenway Road, Lido Beach, New York, 11561. The business provides various surfing equipment and accessories. The shop offers Handshaped and signed Original Trademark Surfboards made in America. They also carry a range of merchandise, including leashes, wax, and fins. A Surfers World L.L.C represents 6 factories for custom-made surfboards. Customers can fill out a free order form to request a custom board. The business is registered, insured, and fully legal. They make local deliveries for free. Customers can contact them through their website or by phone at (516) 727-1976. Customers can visit their website or stop by the shop to learn more about their products and services.

Eyewear store

Accent On Eyes

Eyewear store · 28 S Park Ave

Accent on Eyes is an optometrist in Rockville Centre, NY, serving all eye care needs. The business is located at 28 S Park Ave, Rockville Centre, NY 11570, and can be contacted at (516) 766-2800. The boutique offers an exquisite selection of eyewear, including designer eye glasses, blue light vision glasses, computer vision, family eye care, and sports eyeglasses. Brands available include Barton Perreira Eyewear, Chanel Eyewear, Chanel Sunglasses, Funoogles, Illesteva Sunglasses, Lacoste For Children, and Rec Specs Sports Eyewear. Accent on Eyes provides various services, such as comprehensive eyeglass exams, contact lens exams, contact lens fittings, eyeglass fittings, frame replacements, lens tinting, optician shop services, and repairs and adjustments. The business also offers children's eyewear and eye and vision exams. The team at Accent on Eyes is dedicated to providing personal service to each guest, with a highly skilled team welcoming customers to the optical boutique. The business strives to make everyone feel at home, offering a great selection of men, women, and children's eyewear to fit the whole family's needs.

Butcher shop

Adam's Glatt Meat Market.

Butcher shop · 1324 Peninsula Blvd

Adam's Glatt Meat Market is a family-owned and operated business located at 1324 Peninsula Blvd, Hewlett, NY 11557. The market offers a wide range of products, including beef, chicken, lamb, veal, burgers, frozen prepped food, prepped food, deli, bakery, dips, dry goods, fish, and spices. The market is led by Alan and Michele Gavrielof, with a team of experienced butchers including Carlos and Mario. They take pride in selecting and preparing each cut with meticulous care, ensuring that every piece meets their high standards. Adam's Glatt Meat Market provides various services, including free delivery to the Five Towns and West Hempstead, free vacuum packing, and expertly seasoned marinated meats. They also offer a selection of freshly sliced deli meats, homemade mezzes, and prime burgers. Customers can place orders online, via WhatsApp, or by calling the market. The market also has a WhatsApp group for daily updates on sales and products. Adam's Glatt Meat Market is under supervision and offers kosher meats.

Camera and photography store

Al-Art Video

Camera and photography store · 150 Scranton Ave

Al-Art Video is located at 150 Scranton Avenue in Lynbrook, NY. The business offers various services including camera rental, media transfer, and equipment repair. The company provides digital equipment rental for short or long term use, featuring video and cinema cameras, lenses, lighting, and production equipment. They also offer transfer and duplication services, including videotape to DVD transfer and DVD duplication. Al-Art Video is a dealer for Sony, JVC, and Canon professional products. They service, repair, and rent all camera and video equipment products, including lenses. The business also offers camera cleaning and vintage electronic repair services. In addition to equipment rental and repair, Al-Art Video provides media transfer services, including film transfer, slide transfer, and audio cassette transfer. They also offer CD and DVD duplication services. Customers can contact Al-Art Video by phone at 516-256-0679 or by email at alartvideo@aol.com. The business is committed to serving both private individuals and businesses, and aims to provide satisfaction to its customers.

Hobby shop

All Brass Backshop

Hobby shop · 698 Themar Ct

All Brass Backshop is a business located in the Town of Hempstead, New York, that specializes in model brass trains. The business offers various services for brass models, including painting, mechanical upgrades, decoder installation, and weathering. The business also provides services for plastic models, although some services like painting and detail repair are unavailable for plastic models. Decoder installation and replacement are common services provided for plastic models from manufacturers like MTH, Broadway, Atlas, and Athearn. The business takes pride in its work, ensuring that each model operates flawlessly. The owner, Mark, has experience working with model brass trains and has developed expertise in areas like DCC installation, mechanical improvements, and decoder installation. The business offers a range of services, including drive improvements, wheel gauge repair, and weight addition. The owner tests every model for flawless operation before returning it to the customer. The business also offers a service called 'The Works', which includes all the services listed on the page. The business is committed to producing brass trains that operate smoothly and efficiently. The owner has a personal interest in model trains and enjoys watching them run, with a test layout available to test the models.

Mens clothing store

Andrew Lock Custom Menswear

Mens clothing store · 403 Central Ave

Andrew Lock Custom Menswear is a custom menswear store located in Cedarhurst, New York. The store offers custom tailored bespoke suits and Goodyear welted shoes. The store provides a range of custom clothing options, including bespoke shirts, knitwear, ties, denim, and accessories. Customers can choose from fabrics from Italian and English mills, such as Loro Piana, Scabal, Vitale Barberis Canonico, and Hardy Minnis. The custom suit experience at Andrew Lock Custom Menswear involves discussing the customer's needs and preferences, taking measurements, and creating a tailored suit. The store also offers a head-to-toe assortment of menswear, shoes, and accessories for purchase online or in-store. Andrew Lock Custom Menswear has a showroom located at 403 Central Ave, Cedarhurst, NY, where customers can visit for a fitting or to browse the store's offerings. The store also offers the option to visit customers in their home or office for a fitting. The store can be contacted by calling, texting, or emailing to schedule a fitting or to inquire about their products and services.

Make a day of it

Museums, galleries and cultural stops from our city directory.

An alphabetical selection of researched local places. This is not a rating or popularity ranking.

Event venue

Bridgeview Yacht Club

Event venue · 80 Waterfront Blvd

Bridgeview Yacht Club is a waterfront setting situated on Barnum Island Wharf, overlooking Reynolds Channel. It is located at 80 Waterfront Blvd. in Island Park, NY. The venue has a waterfront ballroom and a Nantucket cocktail room. It also has a smaller, contemporary facility called The Loft By Bridgeview, which specializes in weddings and private events. Bridgeview Yacht Club offers customized menus and professional service for events such as weddings, Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, fundraisers, and corporate events. Guests can view menus and photos of past events on the venue's website. The venue is centrally located between Manhattan and Eastern Long Island, making it easily accessible from major LIRR hubs and JFK Airport. It can be contacted at (516) 432-2400 for event planning and inquiries. Bridgeview Yacht Club provides a picturesque waterfront setting for various events, with a focus on hospitality and personal attention. The Loft By Bridgeview offers a smaller, yet sophisticated space for private events.

Amusement park

Empire Adventure Park

Amusement park · 1500 Old Country Rd

Empire Adventure Park is an amusement park located in Westbury, NY, offering various attractions for kids of all ages. The park features a trampoline main court, urban glow laser tag, ninja obstacle courses, and an interactive climbing wall, among other attractions. Empire Adventure Park also offers birthday party packages, group events, and community events, making it a great destination for celebrations and outings. The park has a cafe, Empire Cafe, which serves a variety of food and drink options, including pizza, chicken tenders, French fries, and ice cream. The park is located at 1500 Old Country Rd, Unit 231, Westbury, NY 11590, and can be contacted at (516) 992-6778 or info@empireadventurepark.com.

Museum

Four Seasons Design Group

Museum · 2400 Merrick Rd

Four Seasons Design Group is located at 2400 Merrick Road, Bellmore, NY 11710, in the Town of Hempstead. The business offers various collections, including Fall 2026 Collections, Spring 2026 Collections, and a Main Collection, featuring designs by Michael Michaud. These collections include a range of items such as charms, necklaces, earrings, and bracelets, with designs inspired by nature, such as flowers, leaves, and trees. The business also provides a product inquiry service, allowing customers to send messages with their name, email, phone number, subject, and message. Four Seasons Design Group can be contacted by phone at 1-800-295-6784 Ext.101 or by fax at 1-516-781-8635, and they also have an email address, info@fourseasonsdesigngroup.com.

Childrens museum

Long Island Children's Museum

Childrens museum · 11 Davis Ave

The Long Island Children's Museum is located at 11 Davis Avenue in Garden City, New York. It offers a variety of events and activities for children, including live theater shows, craft-making, and animal encounters. The museum has a daily schedule of events, including drop-in programs and special celebrations. Visitors can check the museum's events calendar to plan their visit and stay up to date with the latest monthly event calendars. The museum is fully accessible and offers resources and activities to make each visitor's experience more enjoyable through its LICM4all initiative. The museum has a cafeteria with vended services, where visitors can purchase food and drinks. Visitors are also welcome to bring their own food for consumption in the cafeteria. The museum also offers party rooms and themed party options for birthday celebrations. The Long Island Children's Museum is a community resource for all families, and it offers a range of amenities, including baby changing tables, a private nursing area, and a coat room. It also has a lost and found, and strollers are allowed throughout the museum.

History museum

Rock Hall Museum

History museum · 199 Broadway

Rock Hall Museum is located in the Town of Hempstead. It offers guided tours, lectures, and children's programs. The museum is housed in a Georgian-style home that was built for Josiah Martin. The home has belonged to two families, the Martins and the Hewletts. The museum has various activities, including craft workshops and storytelling. It also has a visitor education center and offers teacher resources. The museum is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays, and on major U.S. holidays. Appointments are suggested, especially for large groups. The museum is located at the corner of Lawrence Avenue and Broadway, 22 miles from New York City and 8 miles from JFK airport. It can be contacted at 516-239-1157.

Dinner theater

The Killing Kompany

Dinner theater · 21 Turn Ln

The Killing Kompany is a dinner theater business that performs interactive murder mystery dinner shows in the New York City area, including Long Island. The business offers shows for corporate events, private parties, fundraisers, birthdays, weddings, and public performances, featuring professional Broadway, TV, and film actors. At their shows, audience members can participate in solving the mystery and may even be suspected of the crime, with prizes to be won. The Killing Kompany has an office address at 21 Turn Lane, Levittown, NY 11756, and can be contacted by phone at 212 772-2590 or 1 888 SHOOT-EM, or by email at killing@killingkompany.com. Public shows are scheduled to take place at Palmer's American Grille in Farmingdale, NY, with upcoming shows including 'The Politics of Murder', 'Holiday Office Party Murders', 'Murder in Hollywood', 'The Valentine Killer', and 'The St. Patrick's Day Murders'.

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