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Bellas "Greek & Italian" | 914-332-0444 | |||||||||||||||||||||
Bellas Restaurant is located at 5 South Broadway, Tarrytown, NY 10591 in one of the River Towns of Westchester County.
Restaurant ReviewFamily RestaurantServing breakfast, lunch, dinner Serving Sunday Brunch restaurant review, more . . .
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Bistro 12 "Mediterranean" | 914-909-2770 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Bistro 12, serving Mediterranean cuisine, is located at 12 Main Street in Tarrytown, NY 10591, across from the Tarrytown Music Hall in Westchester County.
From Bistro 12: "Madeira, a beautiful Portuguese island and inspiration for the atmosphere of the newly opened Bistro 12 in Tarrytown, was home to two life-long friends who have at long last, created their dream restaurant. Jose Manuel Goncalves Pereira and Luis Miguel Rodrigues have known each other since the age of 17, so it’s hardly surprising that Bistro 12 evokes the landscape of their youth. . . Bistro 12’s chef, Pedro Madeira, who began working in kitchens at age 14 in France and Lisbon, certainly knows how to prepare his country’s traditional dishes. His Ameijoas a Bulhao Pato, perfectly steamed clams in olive oil, garlic and white wine, garnished with cilantro, has quickly become his signature appetizer." restaurant review, website and more . . .
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Bistro Z at The Doubletree Hotel | 914-631-5700 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Bistro Z, serving New American cuisine, is located at 455 South Broadway, Tarrytown, NY 10591 at The DoubleTree Hotel in Westchester County.
From Bistro Z: "Bistro Z is quickly becoming the premier destination restaurant in Westchester County. We offer an American menu that blends fresh ingredients with imaginative presentations. Located just off the Doubletree’s lobby, Bistro Z offers simple elegance in a relaxed and casual setting. Stop in for breakfast, lunch or dinner and let our staff provide you with a memorable dining experience." restaurant review, website and more . . .
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Capri Pizza & Pasta | 914-631-5400 | |||||||||||||||||||||
Capri Pizza and Pasta is located at 350 South Broadway in the Stop & Shop Shopping Center, Tarrytown, NY 10591 in Westchester County.
From Capri: Newly renovated restaurant and dining area. website and more . . .
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Coffee Labs Roasters | 914-332-1479 | |||||||||||||||||
Coffee Labs Roasters, serving freshly brewed coffee and more, is located at 7 Main Street, Tarrytown, NY 10591 in one of the River Towns of Westchester County.
From Coffee Labs: "A retired chef of 15 years, is originally from Southern Florida were he schooled himself as executive sous-chef at both Maxwell’s Chophouse and New York Prime. He worked for Unique Restaurant Concepts for three years, where he concentrated on opening new restaurants. He has since relocated to Westchester County and has worked as sous-chef at Angelo and Maxies mid-town, Chef de Cuisine at Harry’s of Hartsdale Steakhouse and Oyster Bar, and Executive Chef at Umami Café. Mike Love is co-owner of Coffee Labs Roasters in Tarrytown, which opened in May 2003. Coffee Labs deals with Direct trade coffees, Rainforest Alliance Certified coffees, COE coffees." restaurant review, website and more . . .
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Coopers Mill - Westchester Marriott | 914-333-1216 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Cooper's Mill, serving Farm-to-Fork cuisine, at the Westchester Marriott, is located at 670 White Plains Road, Tarrytown NY 10591, Westchester County in the Hudson Valley.
From Cooper's Mill: "Cooper’s Mill brings food from farm to fork in a unique and social setting. We use locally and regionally grown and sourced ingredients as the cornerstone of our cooking. Cooper’s Mill combines rustic authenticity with sleek industrial design to create a unique, modern dining experience. Reclaimed barn wood has been used to create a natural ambiance and feel, a nod to the region’s proud agricultural history. Our restaurant features hand-crafted booths and table tops fashioned from barn wood, and private dining areas are separated by custom-made sliding barn doors. Open dining spaces allow for a social setting. restaurant review, website and more . . .
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Demeters Tavern "Sports Bar" | 914-631-9679 | |||||||||||||||||
Demeters Tavern & Sports Bar is located at 51 Old White Plains Road, Tarrytown, NY 10591 in Westchester County.
From Demeter's Tavern: "Come join us for drinks, great food, and watching all your favorite teams play in the big games! We have 14 BIG SCREENS to watch, plenty of seating and a great atmosphere. Bring your friends and watch together with all the other fans- no distractions- just fun, snacks, drinks and great sports action. Birthday coming up? Have your party with us, we have room to celebrate! Come by and check us out." restaurant review, website and more . . .
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Eldorado West (II) "Open 24/7" | 914-332-5838 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Eldorado West (II), a 24/7 diner, is located at 460 South Broadway, Tarrytown, NY 10591 in Westchester County.
What is a Diner ? The traditional American diner originated in the 1950s and is usually shaped like a railroad dining car. Diners are casual roadside restaurants often located near a major road or highway. Traditional diners offer seating at the counter bar, at tables, and at comfortable booths often with a jukebox positioned at one side of the table. restaurant review, website and more . . .
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Equus - Castle on the Hudson | 914-631-1980 | |
The Equus, serving French-New American cuisine, is located in the beautiful and historic Castle Hotel & Spa at 400 Benedict Ave., Tarrytown, NY 10591 in Westchester County.
From Equus: "Equus Restaurant is located in the Castle Hotel & Spa in Tarrytown, New York. This fine dining restaurant features menus inspired by local, artisanal farmers in the Hudson Valley region. Equus uses local and organic products whenever possible. restaurant review, website and more . . .
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Horsefeathers | 914-631-6606 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Horsefeathers, serving Traditional American food, is located at 94 North Broadway in Tarrytown, NY 10591 in one of the River Towns of Westchester County.
From Horsefeathers: "Since opening our doors in 1981, Horsefeathers has been a staple in the Westchester restaurant scene. Serving up over 100 different menu items daily, there is something to delight every type of palate. We are a family-friendly restaurant and provide children with their own customized menu. During warmer weather we invite you bring your dog to dine with you on our beautiful sidewalk patio. Ala carte brunch is available on Saturdays and Sundays until 3 o'clock. restaurant review, website and more . . .
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Lefteris Gyro "Greek Cuisine" | 914-524-9687 | |||||||||||||||||
Lefteris Gyro, serving authentic Greek cuisine, has two locations:
Lefteris Gyro II , 190 East Main Street, Mt Kisco, NY 10549
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Lighthouse, Ice Cream and Coffee | 914-502-0339 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Lighthouse, Ice Cream & Coffee, serving ice cream
made without chemicals
is located steps from the Tarrytown MTA Train Station and the Hudson River Walk, at 127 West Main Street at the Hudson Harbor, Tarrytown, NY 10591 in Westchester County.
From the Lighthouse: "No additives or shelf extenders – no junk, no kidding." "Lighthouse Ice Cream Kompanies at Hudsor Harbor, Tarrytown, NY opened its doors on a sunny May day in 2011 to offer pure and delicious, handcrafted ice cream, gelato, sorbets, coffee, espresso, pastry and soup made from the highest quality ingredients, sourced from the area’s very best providers. "All of the goodies are made on-site and in small batches, so you’re always guaranteed the freshest, most savory and best quality products. Lighthouse ice cream is made with great care with farm fresh, organic dairy from Battenkill Creamery and our coffee is of the finest quality from our friends at Fortuna Coffee. restaurant review, website and more . . .
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Little B's | 914-631-2228 | |||||||||
Little B's, serving build your own burgers, is located at 49 Main Street, Tarrytown, NY 10591 in one of Westchester's River Towns.
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Lubins-N-Links | 914-909-4198 | |||||||||||||||||||||
Lubins-N-Links, serving hot dogs in every flavor, is located at 38 Main Street, Tarrytown NY 10591, Westchester County.
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Main Street Pizza | 914-631-3300 | |||||||||
Main Street Pizzeria, serving Pizza and Italian dishes, is located at 47 Main Street in Tarrytown, Westchester NY 10591.
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Main Street Sweets | 914-332-5757 | |||||||||||||
Main Street Sweets, serving Ice Cream is located at 35 Main Street in Tarrytown, Westchester NY 10591.
From Main Street Sweets: "Open year round, seasonally, hours change. Ice cream made on premises. Ice cream cakes, cupcakes, cheesecake, coffee, tea, cappuccino. Family owned and operated since 2000. Homemade ice cream made on the premises. Soft serve, non-fat yogurt and gluten free options. Homemade ice cream cakes customized to your likings. Fresh packed pints and quarts. Selection of fresh ground coffee and espresso drinks (hot and iced)." restaurant review, more . . .
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Mint, Premum Foods "Gourmet market & restaurant" | 914-703-6511 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Mint, Premium Foods is a specialty gourmet shop and restaurant, located at 19 Main Street, Tarrytown, NY 10591 in Westchester County.
Restaurant ReviewFull BarGourmet food market Noise level = Average Outdoor seating Serving lunch and dinner restaurant review, more . . .
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Mr. Nicks | 914-366-0666 | |||||||||
Cassano's Pizza Trattoria is located at 21 North Broadway, Tarrytown, NY 10591 in Westchester County.
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No 1 Chinese "Chinese take-out" | 914-631-8082 | |||||||||
No 1 Chinese Food, a Chinese take-out, is located at 53 Main Street, Tarrytown, NY 10591 in Westchester County.
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RiverMarket Bar and Kitchen | 914-631-3100 | |
RiverMarket Bar and Kitchen, serving Farm-To-Table cuisine, is located at 127 West Main Street (corner of the Hudson Harbor condo community on the river's edge), Tarrytown, NY 10591 in Westchester County.
From Rivermarket: "RiverMarket Bar and Kitchen proudly represents the farmers and producers located throughout the Hudson Valley and beyond who are raising and growing their products naturally, sustainably and humanely. We are inspired by the passion and commitment of these artisan producers and look to present these wonderful products on both the menu and in the fresh market in a style that will highlight their unparalleled quality." restaurant review, website and more . . .
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Ruth's Chris Steakhouse | 914-631-3311 | |||||||||||||||||
Ruth's Chris Steak House is located at 670 White Plains Road at the Westchester Marriott in Tarrytown, NY 10591, Westchester County.
From Ruth's Chris Steak House: "Ruth’s Chris Steak House, Westchester is located in the Westchester Marriott in Tarrytown, New York, right in the heart of the Historic River Towns District of Westchester County. Our steakhouse features a granite-topped mahogany bar, a separate lounge and three beautifully furnished private restaurant dining rooms. Whether it’s a romantic steak dinner for two, an important business meeting or a private party, Ruth’s Chris Steak House can accommodate your needs. Our Westchester steakhouse provides guests with a warm, comfortable atmosphere." restaurant review, website and more . . .
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SB & G Restaurant | 914-332-7900 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
SB & G Restaurant, a Contemporary American grill, is located in the Tarrytown Hotel at 600 White Plains Road, Tarrytown NY 10591, Westchester County.
From SB & G: "When you are in the mood to explore a great Tarrytown restaurant with the most incredible tastes in the neighborhood, look no further than our own SB&G Restaurant - a contemporary American Grill in a warm, inviting setting. Enjoy time-honored cuisine with a modern, healthy flare at a cozy table next to the fireplace. Our extensive wine collection permits a perfect pairing of cuisine and spirits. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner just for you, the atmosphere in our SB&G Tarrytown restaurant is casual and the cuisine is sensational. If weather permits, connect with friends and colleagues outside on our tranquil dining patio. restaurant review, website and more . . .
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Silver Tips Tea Room | 914-332-8515 | |||||||||||||||||
Silver Tips Tea Room is located at 3 North Broadway, Tarrytown, NY 10591 in one of Westchester's River Towns.
From Silver Tips Tea Room: "Silver Tips Tea Room is in Tarrytown, New York, about 35 minutes north of Manhattan, in Westchester County. Tarrytown is one of the famous River Towns on the Hudson and a significant tourist attraction for the area. Our Tea Room is now a part of the community and we have a loyal customer base. It is both a restaurant and a meeting place, a Tea Room and a Salon. restaurant review, website and more . . .
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Sunset Cove "Mediterranean & Continental" | 914-366-7889 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Sunset Cove Restaurant, serving Continental cuisine, is located in the Washington Irving Boat Club at 238 Green Street in Tarrytown, NY 10591 in Westchester County.
From Sunset Cove: "Instead of simply going out for a bite to eat why not make it an experience you'll never forget? Sunset Cove offers dining the way it was meant to be: unique, fresh, mouthwatering entrees served as close to the resplendent Hudson River as you can get.It's hard to believe, but the views of the majestic Hudson, the sparkling lights of the Tappan Zee Bridge and soaring Palisades take a backseat to the masterful culinary delights that await. restaurant review, website and more . . .
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Sushi Thai - Asian Fusion | 914-366-8818 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Sushi Thai is located at 53 North Broadway, Tarrytown, NY 10591 in Westchester County.
From Sushi Thai: "Enjoy the pan-Asian flavors of our Asian fusion dishes when you dine in or takeout with us. Our chef is ready to create you the perfect meal. Dine on authentic Asian cuisine from our master chefs. Our menu is full of flavorful options to entice your palate and leave you feeling satisfied. Dine is an elegant and relaxing atmosphere when you come in tonight. restaurant review, website and more . . .
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Swagat "Halal Indian Cuisine" | 914-332-5544 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Swagat, serving Halal Indian cuisine, is located at 19 North Broadway, Tarrytown, NY 10591 a River Town in Westchester County.
From Swagat: "The term Swagat means, welcome, and we are doing just that by inviting visitors to the flavorful and healthy traditional cuisine with open arms. We invite you to join us on a culinary adventure full of taste and healthful dining. restaurant review, website and more . . .
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Sweet Grass Grill | 914-631-0000 | |
Sweet Grass Grill, serving Farm To Table cuisine, is located at 24 Main Street, Tarrytown NY 10591, in one of the River Towns of Westchester County.
From Sweet Grass Grill: "Sweet Grass Grill is a casual restaurant serving local and seasonal food right in the heart of Tarrytown. With relationships with about a dozen local farms, the menu at Sweet Grass Grill varies week to week depending on the daily harvests. Expect seasonal soups and salads and a changing roster of entrees like our signature baby roast chicken and the freshest sustainably-raised fish. The bar, carved out of a single fallen oak tree from the Rockefeller Preserves, features a great cocktail menu, micro brews on draft and bottle, and many wines by the glass." restaurant review, website and more . . .
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T.G.I. Friday's - Tarrytown | 914-332-0960 | |||||||||||||||||||||
T.G.I. Friday's, a family restaurant chain, is located at 240 White Plains Road in Tarrytown, NY 10591 in Westchester County.
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Tapp, The | 914-703-6022 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
The Tapp, a Gastropub serving a creative selection of small plates and creative pub food, is located at 17 North Broadway, Tarrytown, NY 10591 in one of the River Towns of Westchester County.
From The Tapp: "Serving Sammiches - A sammich is a type of sandwich. However, it is not just any kind of sandwich. Any old schmuck can throw lunchmeat between two slices of bread and have a sandwich. But no. A sammich is not just a sandwich, it is not just a meal. Sammich is a term reserved for only the holiest and mightiest of all sandwiches. A sammich is a true work of culinary art; a feast on a bun, if you will. A sammich is not made of the best ingredients; it is made of the *right* ingredients. It needs the right meats, and the right cheese(s), the right sauce, the right veggies, and the right kind of bread. -Urban Dictionary" restaurant review, website and more . . .
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Tarry Tavern | 914-631-7227 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Tarry Tavern, serving Farm-To-Table cuisine, is located one block away from the Tarrytown Music Hall, at 27 Main Street, Tarrytown, NY 10591 in Westchester County.
From Tarry Tavern: "Nestled in the center of Historic Tarrytown’s Main Street, Tarry Tavern is the renewal of the classic American tavern. Elegant English red oak paneling, warm and butter-colored walls, and a richly lacquered bar welcome guests. And, the well-displayed plenitude of copper pots, farm field paintings, fresh fruits and seasonal flower arrangements, give Tarry Tavern the feel of a country farmhouse, albeit one that is sparkling, bright and cheery. restaurant review, website and more . . .
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The Taco Project | 914-909-4455 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
The Taco Project, offering Mexican cuisine, is located at 18 Main Street, Tarrytown, NY 10591 in one of the River Towns of Westchester County.
From The Taco Project: "The Taco Project is committed to providing you, our customer, excellence in dining. It’s our promise to deliver foods of the highest quality from the freshest ingredients at reasonable prices. We are committed to delivering a casual dining experience that will consistently exceed your expectations from a highly trained and motivated staff practicing their trade in a positive environment. The Taco Project was created for you and it is our sole mission to execute our core values in every element of the business." -T.T.P. restaurant review, website and more . . .
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Twisted Oak | 914-332-1992 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
The Twisted Oak, offering New American - Farm-to-Table cuisine, is located at 61 Main Street, Tarrytown, NY 10591 in one of the River Towns of Westchester County.
About Twisted Oak: "Located in the Athen's Building, The Twisted oak is set in the space that formerly housed Isabella’s, a restaurant staple in Tarrytown for more than 30 years. In the early 1900's, the building served as the studio for F. Athens, who was responsible for much of the turn of the turn-of-the-century photography in Tarrytown. "The Twisted Oak takes a fun and casual approach to Modern Cuisine sourcing from local Hudson Valley farmers. Influenced by Chef Michael Cutney's Italian-American roots, The Twisted oak offers a daily changing menu using modern cooking techniques to reinvent classic dishes while keeping simplicity of the ingredients and local sustainable Agriculture the focal point of the twisted oak Menu. restaurant review, website and more . . .
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American Traditional Breakfast Café, Coffee Shops & Tea Catering | Restaurant Caterers Chinese Food Craft Beer | Brewery Diners and Sandwich Shops European & Continental Family Friendly Restaurants Farm-to-Table Fireplace French Cuisine Gluten-Free Options Grass-Fed Options | Organic Options Greek Food Grocery Stores & Supermarkets Healthy Food Options Hudson River Towns Hudson Valley - Restaurants Ice Cream, Soft Serve & Gelato Indian Cuisine Italian Cuisine Mediterranean Cuisine Mexican Cuisine Music 'Live' | Live Music Open Late | Late Hours Outdoor Dining Photo Locations Hudson Valley Pizza Pubs | Sports Bar | Burgers Small Plates (Tapas) Specialties Steak & Seafood Sunday Brunch Sushi Thai Cuisine Vegetarian | Vegan Options Waterfront Dining Wheelchair Accessible - Restaurants WiFi = Free
American New | Contemporary American
American Traditional
Breakfast
Bistro Z at The Doubletree Hotel Coopers Mill - Westchester Marriott Eldorado West (II) "Open 24/7" Equus - Castle on the Hudson SB & G Restaurant Silver Tips Tea Room For Café, Coffee Shops & Tea in Tarrytown visit:
Main Street Sweets Mint, Premum Foods "Gourmet market & restaurant" Silver Tips Tea Room
Catering | Restaurant Caterers
Bistro 12 "Mediterranean" Capri Pizza & Pasta Coopers Mill - Westchester Marriott Equus - Castle on the Hudson Horsefeathers Lubins-N-Links Mint, Premum Foods "Gourmet market & restaurant" Ruth's Chris Steakhouse SB & G Restaurant Sunset Cove "Mediterranean & Continental" Swagat "Halal Indian Cuisine" T.G.I. Friday's - Tarrytown Tarry Tavern
Chinese Food For Craft Beer | Brewery in Tarrytown visit: For Diners and Sandwich Shops in Tarrytown visit: For European & Continental in Tarrytown visit: For Family Friendly Restaurants in Tarrytown visit:
Horsefeathers RiverMarket Bar and Kitchen Swagat "Halal Indian Cuisine" T.G.I. Friday's - Tarrytown The Taco Project For Farm-to-Table in Tarrytown visit:
RiverMarket Bar and Kitchen Sweet Grass Grill Tarry Tavern Twisted Oak For Fireplace in Tarrytown visit:
French Cuisine For Gluten-Free Options in Tarrytown visit: For Grass-Fed Options | Organic Options in Tarrytown visit:
Lighthouse, Ice Cream and Coffee RiverMarket Bar and Kitchen Sweet Grass Grill Twisted Oak
Greek Food For Grocery Stores & Supermarkets in Tarrytown visit: For Healthy Food Options in Tarrytown visit: For Hudson River Towns in Tarrytown visit: For Hudson Valley - Restaurants in Tarrytown visit:
Bistro 12 "Mediterranean" Bistro Z at The Doubletree Hotel Capri Pizza & Pasta Coffee Labs Roasters Coopers Mill - Westchester Marriott Demeters Tavern "Sports Bar" Eldorado West (II) "Open 24/7" Equus - Castle on the Hudson Horsefeathers Lefteris Gyro "Greek Cuisine" Lighthouse, Ice Cream and Coffee Little B's Lubins-N-Links Main Street Pizza Main Street Sweets Mint, Premum Foods "Gourmet market & restaurant" Mr. Nicks No 1 Chinese "Chinese take-out" RiverMarket Bar and Kitchen Ruth's Chris Steakhouse SB & G Restaurant Silver Tips Tea Room Sunset Cove "Mediterranean & Continental" Sushi Thai - Asian Fusion Swagat "Halal Indian Cuisine" Sweet Grass Grill T.G.I. Friday's - Tarrytown Tapp, The Tarry Tavern The Taco Project Tony's Pizzeria Twisted Oak For Ice Cream, Soft Serve & Gelato in Tarrytown visit:
Indian Cuisine
Italian Cuisine For Mediterranean Cuisine in Tarrytown visit:
Mexican Cuisine For Music 'Live' | Live Music in Tarrytown visit: For Open Late | Late Hours in Tarrytown visit: For Outdoor Dining in Tarrytown visit:
Bistro Z at The Doubletree Hotel Demeters Tavern "Sports Bar" Equus - Castle on the Hudson Horsefeathers Lefteris Gyro "Greek Cuisine" Lighthouse, Ice Cream and Coffee Lubins-N-Links Mint, Premum Foods "Gourmet market & restaurant" RiverMarket Bar and Kitchen SB & G Restaurant Sunset Cove "Mediterranean & Continental" Sushi Thai - Asian Fusion Sweet Grass Grill Tarry Tavern For Photo Locations Hudson Valley in Tarrytown visit:
Pizza For Pubs | Sports Bar | Burgers in Tarrytown visit: For Small Plates (Tapas) in Tarrytown visit: For Specialties in Tarrytown visit: For Steak & Seafood in Tarrytown visit: For Sunday Brunch in Tarrytown visit:
Horsefeathers Mint, Premum Foods "Gourmet market & restaurant" Sunset Cove "Mediterranean & Continental" Swagat "Halal Indian Cuisine" Sweet Grass Grill Tarry Tavern
Sushi
Thai Cuisine For Vegetarian | Vegan Options in Tarrytown visit: For Waterfront Dining in Tarrytown visit:
RiverMarket Bar and Kitchen Sunset Cove "Mediterranean & Continental" For Wheelchair Accessible - Restaurants in Tarrytown visit: For WiFi = Free in Tarrytown visit: About TarrytownTarrytown-On-Hudson is located in the western part of Westchester County, NY. It is situated on the eastern shore of the Hudson River in an area called "The Tappan Zee". The first documented inhabitants of Tarrytown are the Weckquaesgeek Indians, a branch of the Mohican tribe of the Algonquin nation. The Weckquaesgeeks raised corn, squash, beans, and tobacco. They fished the Hudson for shad, oysters and other shellfish and hunted the area for deer and black bear. They also trapped for fur and hides for clothing, and later traded these with the Dutch. Their principle settlement was at the foot of Church Street at a place they called Alipconk, also known as the Place of Elms. Records show that the first residence in Tarrytown was built in 1645. However, the exact location is not known. The first white settlers were Dutch. They were farmers, fur trappers, and fishermen. Tarrytown soil was light and loamy which was ideal for growing cereals; especially wheat. This led to the area being known as Wheat Town, or Terve Town, which later became mispronounced as Tarrytown. Some historians believe that "tarry" is a corruption of the Dutch word "tarwe" wheat, hence the name "Tarrytown". Point of Interest: Washington Irving's explanation for the name of "Tarrytown" as written in "The Legend Of Sleepy Hollow", published in the Sketch Book of 1820 is: "In the bosom of one of those spacious coves which indent the eastern shore of the Hudson, at that broad expansion of the river denominated by the ancient Dutch navigators of the Tappan Zee, and where they always prudently shortened sail and implored the protection of St. Nicholas when they crossed, there lies a small market town or rural port which by some is called Greenburgh, but which is more generally and properly known by the name of Tarry Town. This name was given, we are told, in former days, by the good housewives of the adjacent county, from the inveterate propensity of their husbands to linger about the village tavern on market days." Frederick Philipse, 1626-1702, of Dutch descent, began buying land in 1681 becoming the largest land owner in the Tarrytown area. In 1693, Frederick Philipse was granted a charter for 52,000 acres along the Hudson River by Monarchs William and Mary of Great Britain. His land extended from North Tarrytown, N.Y., to the Bronx, with the Hudson River on the west and the Bronx River on the east. This area covered approximately 90,000 acres. Philipse built two grand manor houses: "Philipse Manor and Philipsburg Manor". During the American Revolution (1775 - 1781), Tarrytown was part of the "Neutral Ground", an area of Westchester County lying between the British lines to the south and the American lines to the north. Without the protection of either army, the people were subjected to fierce raids by both sides. In 1780 a momentous incident took place which many historians believe helped win the American Revolution. Point of Interest: On September 23, 1780, Major John Andre, a British spy, was captured by three local militiamen, John Paulding, Isaac Van Wart, and David Williams. Major Andre was carrying papers describing the fortification of West Point, given to him by Benedict Arnold. The clandestine meeting near Haverstraw ended at dawn making it too risky for the Loyalists to row Andre back to the Vulture, which was to carry him back to British Headquarters in New York City. The next day the Americans fired upon the Vulture from Croton Point, forcing it to leave without Andre. There is a historical marker at the foot of Church Street because Americans again fired on the Vulture as it passed by Tarrytown. Benedict Arnold recommended that Andre travel by land on the eastside of the Hudson and was traveling south on horseback, eventually reaching the neutral territory of Tarrytown. John Paulding, who had recently escaped from a British prison in New York City was wearing a Hessian coat, and Andre approached the group thinking they were allies. He was stopped and questioned by the three militiamen who found the plans to West Point hidden in Andre's boot. Andre was brought to the authorities. He was tried and convicted as a spy and hanged in Tappan, New York on October 2, 1780. In 1853, near Patriot's Park, a monument was erected to honor the three heroic militiamen. At a later dedication, the monument was increased and a bronze stature of John Paulding was added. There is a dedication in stone on the south side of the monument which reads "On this spot the 23rd day of September, 1780, the spy, Major John Andre, Adjutant General of the British Army, was captured by John Paulding, David Williams, and Isaac Van Wart, all natives of this county. History has told the rest. The people of Westchester County have erected this Monument, as well to commemorate a great Event, as to testify their high estimation of that Integrity and Patriotism which, rejecting every temptation, rescued the United States from most imminent peril by baffling the arts of a Spy and the plots of a Traitor. Dedicated October 7, 1853." On the north side of the block an inscription reads, "Their conduct merits our warmest esteem. They have prevented, in all probability, our suffering one of the severest strokes that could have been meditated against us" written by George Washington.
A brief business history of Tarrytown:
The automobile industry began in the area in 1899 with the Mobile Company of U.S.A. They were followed by Maxwell-Briscoe, and then, The Chevrolet Motor Co. in 1915 that became the General Motors Assembly Division in 1918. The General Motors plant was in North Tarrytown (now Sleepy Hollow), During World War II the assembly plant was retooled to make wings for Grumman torpedo bombers and was named Eastern Aircraft employing 10,000 workers, 2,900 of the workers were women. Before the 1970's most workers lived in Tarrytown or Sleepy Hollow. On the southern end of town is the General Motors Training Center that instructs dealer technicians. They have been in Tarrytown since 1955. General Foods became Kraft General Foods in 1989 and is involved in product development, packaging, and quality control. Hitachi Corporate has been in Tarrytown since 1984. Tarrytown flourished as an active river port in the post-war period. After the Hudson River Railroad opened in 1849, river traffic slowed and various manufacturing enterprises sprang up. Marking this growth, the village incorporated in 1870. It was as a distinguished residential community, however, that Tarrytown truly gained eminence. 1849 was a turning point in the history of Tarrytown as the New York & Hudson River Railroad connected New York City and Albany as it passed through Tarrytown. The Railroad decreased the amount of steamboat traffic on the river, and it began the change from rural farming in Tarrytown. The railroad increased the population that began to work in factories, tool works and other industries that sprang up on the River. At that time, the Hudson River reached to the bottom of Cottage Place and Windle Park. Orchard Street, Depot Plaza, and Franklin Courts were built on top of landfill. Orchard Street, was the main business section of Tarrytown from 1845 to 1969. It ran south from Valley and Wildey Street to Franklin and White Street. It consisted of several blocks of beautiful 19th century buildings. By the 1960's there had been several devastating fires, and the buildings were beginning to look run down. As a result, in 1969 the difficult decision to raze Orchard Street was made to make way for Urban Renewal and the building of Asbury Terrace.
History of Tarrytown Mansions, Castles, and Historic Sites:
Frederick Philipse built "Philipse Manor" circa 1682, in Yonkers as the permanent family seat. The estate eventually passed into British and then American hands in the Revolution, and its administration as a single unit was never restored. Soon after the American Revolution, a New York merchant bought the Yonkers manor house, and in 1868 the city of Yonkers purchased it for use as the city hall. Frederick Philipse built "Philipsburg Manor" circa 1683, as a mill and a manor hall. Philipsburg Manor was the northern family seat, at Upper Mills, North Tarrytown, on the Pocantico River. When Frederick died in 1702, his son Adolph became "Lord of the Manor". He doubled the size of the original home and increased the capacity of the mill by adding a third set of millstones so that he could grind barley and corn as well as his wheat. Over the years, Philipsburg Manor has been extensively restored. It now features a stone manor house, 18th-century period furnishings, a working water-powered grist mill and millpond, an 18th-century barn, a slave garden, and a reconstructed tenant farm house. The grounds are home to historic breeds of cattle, sheep, and chickens. Today, Philipsburg Manor is a living history museum of Dutch colonial life. Frederick Philipse built "The Old Dutch Church of Sleepy Hollow" circa 1697 By the turn of the 20th century, the Tarrytown skyline was filled with many new and "old" mansions and castles. Tarrytown was known as "Millionaire's Colony". More than 65 grand estates filled the area. "Lyndhurst" circa 1838, is a preeminent architectural landmark. It resides in a 67-acre park representing 19th century architecture, decorative arts, and landscape. Overlooking the Hudson River in Tarrytown, NY, Lyndhurst is one of America's finest Gothic Revival mansions. Its noteworthy occupants included: former New York City mayor William Paulding, merchant George Merritt, and the railroad magnate and Wall Street tycoon Jay Gould. "Hillcrest" circa 1882, built by Captain William Casey on 18 acres of land. Mark Twain bought the estate in 1902. After living there for two years, Mark Twain had a dispute with the village regarding the assessment of the estate. In 1904 he sold it to Charles Gardner who sold it to Jacques Halle, a member of the New York Stock Exchange. Halle demolished the old home and made a larger mansion that he called Halleston. It was later acquired by a developer, David Swope. Today, Tappan Hill is known as "Abigail Kirsch at Tappan Hill" an elegant venue for receptions. "The Tarrytown Music Hall" circa 1885, built in the Queen Anne Style by William Wallace, the chocolate candy manufacturer. The Tarrytown Music Hall is the oldest continually operating theater in Westchester. The interior displays the beauty of Victorian craftsmanship, and the Art Deco style. "Carrollcliff" circa 1897 and 1910 was built in two stages. It was built in the Tudor style by Carroll, the son of a Civil War General. It was built from stone quarried on the property and nearby Glenville. Carroll was a correspondent for the New York Times, a playwright, and organizer of a street paving company. Today, this site is the magnificent "Castle on the Hudson" hotel. "Kykuit" circa 1902, built by John D. Rockefeller and has been the home to four generations of the Rockefeller family. Kykuit means "high point" in Dutch and has breathtaking views of the Hudson River. Kykuit is home to beautiful furniture, paintings and sculptures. The grounds contain wonderful terraces, fountains, gardens, and a large collection of 20th century sculpture. Kykuit also has a large collection of antique cars and horse drawn vehicles.
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The millionaires of "Millionaire's Colony" greatly contributed to Tarrytown's economy. Every mansion and castle was built mostly by local tradesmen, every estate had many local workmen, and every local merchant had his share of millionaire customers. Following World War II, socio-economic changes altered this aspect of the community, as clusters of single family homes replaced large estates. Construction of the New York State Thruway and Tappan Zee Bridge accelerated the growth of Tarrytown and Sleepy Hollow, with new residents flocking to this desirable community.
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