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	Look to Long Island communities&nbsp;for ways to spend the day browsing new shops, dining at nearby restaurants and exploring parks, beaches and playgrounds. Here, find&nbsp;guides to Patchogue, Massapequa, Riverhead and beyond.&nbsp;
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Things to Do

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	Oyster Bay was home to Theodore Roosevelt, the 26th President of the United States. Beyond stores named after Roosevelt,&nbsp;there&#39;s tons to do in this downtown by the water, like taking a ride on the oldest oyster sloop in America.&nbsp;NewsdayTV&#39;s&nbsp;Macy Egeland reports.&nbsp;
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	From relaxing at Coopers Beach to shopping on Main Street to visiting the Southampton Arts Center, NewsdayTV&#39;s Macy Egeland takes&nbsp;a look at things to do in Southampton.
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	Bay Shore is packed with fun things to do for the whole family. NewsdayTV&#39;s&nbsp;Macy Egeland reports.&nbsp;
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	The East End is a summer hot spot, and Mattituck is among the tastiest destinations. NewsdayTV&#39;s Macy Egeland visits&nbsp;Patty&rsquo;s Berries and Bunches,&nbsp;North Fork Doughnut Co.&nbsp;and Magic Fountain ice cream.
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	From fishing expeditions to a trip to the brewery, NewsdayTV&#39;s Macy Egeland takes a look at the things to do in downtown Port Jefferson.
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<p> Here’s the dilemma: You have only one day to spend on the North Fork. Some family members want to drive across miles of scenic farmland and vineyards. Others can’t wait to hop on a hayride, watch a pig race and take a ride on an antique carousel. And you want to pick berries&nbsp;and try an old-style farm sport. </p> 
<p> It isn't easy to please everyone, but the North Fork just might.&nbsp;We found a way to squeeze the area's highlights into a one-day trip. What will you do and see?&nbsp; </p> 
<h2> FOR THE FARM FESTIVITY TYPE </h2> 
<p> If a barnyard bonanza is your style, you’re a match with <strong>Harbes Family Farm</strong>. As you enter this working farm, take a musical hayride, visit with more than 40 farm animals, even hoist up goat feed to goats. Visit rabbits in Bunnyville — a tiny village for rabbits with a mini bunny movie theatre, barbershop and schoolhouse.&nbsp;For a less furry experience, watch an animatronic musical chicken show or milk a make-believefb cow.&nbsp; </p> 
<p> Teens love to get lost in the hedge maze or congregate in the farm sports zone that includes a jumbo jumper and human foosball game. Kids, teens and adults can play the new Apple Blaster Game, where apples are shot out of a cannon and hit a target. </p> 
<p> Though you can easily spend a day at Harbes, Tim Mulrain, barnyard manager, says it’s possible to have a full farm experience in two or three hours. Before moving on, you might want to pick up some of Harbes’ wine or pack your car with apple cider doughnuts. Fresh doughnuts are made on the premises daily. Add apple cider ice cream and slushies to that and you’ll be in Harbes heaven. </p> 
<p> <strong>DAY TRIP DETAILS:</strong> </p> 
<h3> <strong>Harbes Family Farm</strong> </h3> 
<p> 715 Sound Ave., Mattituck, 631-482-7641; <a href="https://harbesfamilyfarm.com/">harbesfamilyfarm.com</a>; open daily 10 a.m. — 6 p.m., and until&nbsp;7 p.m. Fridays, Saturdays and&nbsp;Sundays through August. Admission: weekdays $14.95 per person, weekends, holidays&nbsp;and Fun Fridays $23.95 per person (includes pig races and&nbsp;musical hayride tours). Kids 2 and under are free. </p> 
<h2> FOR THE “PICKY” TYPE </h2> 
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<p> If picking vegetables, fruits and flowers is your passion, <strong>The Garden of Eve</strong> is your match. Depending on what’s in season, grab a container when the farm is open and pick your own berries, tomatoes, peppers, eggplant, pumpkins, lavender, tulips and sunflowers. “Teens like picking the sunflowers and taking selfies,” says co-owner Eve Kaplan-Walbrecht. “That’s a big thing.” </p> 
<p> Take a break from picking and climb up a twenty-foot hay tower, go on a hayride, or drive a pedal cart along a loop track and under a brand-new tunnel covered with cucumbers and gourds. There are also baby animals to greet&nbsp;and a play castle to explore. </p> 
<p> Before you leave, meander around 70 types of organic produce in the market. You’ll notice vegetables you might not find in a supermarket, such as very sweet Japanese red kuri squash. There are also bouquets of herbs, flowers and lavender. </p> 
<p> If you haven’t had your fill of lavender, drive to two lavender farms known as<strong> Lavender By The Bay.</strong> There, you can carry out bunches of approximately 20 different types of lavender as well as lavender products sold in the farm shop. </p> 
<p> <strong>DAY TRIP DETAILS: </strong> </p> 
<h3> <strong>GARDEN OF EVE ORGANIC FARM &amp; MARKET</strong> </h3> 
<p> 4558 Sound Ave., Riverhead; 631-722-8777; <a href="https://gardenofevefarm.com/">gardenofevefarm.com</a>; open daily 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; admission: weekdays $8.95 per person, weekends $10.95 per person, kids under 2 are free.&nbsp; </p> 
<h3> <strong>LAVENDER BY THE BAY</strong> </h3> 
<p> 7540 Main Rd., East Marion and 47 Manor Rd., Calverton;&nbsp;631-477-1019; <a href="https://lavenderbythebay.com/">lavenderbythebay.com</a>; daily 9 a.m.-5 p.m. </p> 
<h2> FOR THE TIME TRAVEL TYPE </h2> 
<p> If you like old-time fun, you’re a match with <strong>Greenport’s 100-year-old carousel</strong>. Take a ride on antique horses that circle around water views in the village of Greenport. It’s also a short trek to a blacksmith shop and skateboard park. On the main street, enjoy the vintage shops, or take a drive to <strong>Drossos</strong> where North Forkers congregate for mini golf, ice cream and burgers. There’s a beach in Greenport, too. If you need a sun hat or flip-flops, stop in a fun Greenport shop known as <strong>Not Just Bows</strong>. There, you’ll find over 200 types of hats (including sun hats), beach shoes galore and everything for the seashore. </p> 
<p> <strong>DAY TRIP DETAILS:&nbsp;</strong> </p> 
<h3> <strong>ANTIQUE CAROUSEL</strong> </h3> 
<p> 115 Front St., Greenport; 631-477-1133; hours: daily 9- 8 p.m., admission $2.50 per ride. </p> 
<h3> <strong>DROSSOS MINI GOLF COURSE</strong> </h3> 
<p> 69125 Main Rd., Greenport; 631-477-1339 </p> 
<h3> <strong>GREENPORT’S NOT JUST BOWS</strong> </h3> 
<p> 122 Front St., Greenport; 631-477-2808; <a href="https://greenportnotjustbows.com/">greenportnotjustbows.com</a>; open Monday — Friday 11 a.m.-6 p.m., weekends 10 a.m. — 8 p.m. </p> 
<h2> FOR THE SCENIC ROUTE TYPE </h2> 
<p> If staring out the car window gazing at amazing scenery feels magical, you’re a match with Route 48. The route begins in the Mattituck area. If you take it to the end, you’ll drive for about a half-hour and arrive in Orient Point. Along the way, you’ll pass farmland, farmstands, vineyards, beaches and charming homes. </p> 
<p> <strong>Catapano Dairy Farm</strong> is a peaceful place to make a stop. You’ll be greeted by baby goats and staff will offer brushes to comb the goats’ fur. There’s even an official baby goat cuddling time. You can also watch the way cheese is made and goats are milked. </p> 
<p> There aren’t many eateries along Route 48. Before leaving the goat farm, you might want to stop in the dairy shop and pick up exotic goat cheeses and crackers to munch on your drive. In the shop, there are also moisturizers and creams made with goat’s milk. At the end of your journey, you’ll come to <strong>Orient State Park</strong>. Check out the beach, playground, and grills for barbecues. </p> 
<p> <strong>DAY TRIP DETAILS</strong> </p> 
<h3> <strong>CATAPANO DAIRY FARM</strong> </h3> 
<p> 33705 County Rd. 48, Peconic; 631-765-8042; <a href="https://catapanodairyfarm.com/">catapanodairyfarm.com</a>; open Friday through Sunday 10 a.m. — 5 p.m., closed Monday through Thursday. Baby Goat Cuddling Time: Saturday 10 a.m. admission: $15 per person for 30 minutes. </p> 
<h2> THE SOUVENIR TYPE </h2> 
<p> If souvenir shop hopping is something you love to do, you’re a match with plenty of unique stores on the North Fork. Here are highlights from four, creative shops: </p> 
<p> <strong>Gifts Unlimited:&nbsp;</strong>This is an innovative jewelry shop. Instead of blowing graying dandelion puffballs as you make a wish, in this shop you can buy the gray puffballs encased in bracelets, necklaces and earrings. In addition to dandelion jewelry, bring your own sea-glass to co-owner Sunny Park. She’ll turn it into a necklace. </p> 
<p> <strong>Atelier Disset:&nbsp;</strong>One-of-a-kind, handmade chocolates are created by chocolatier Ursula XVll. Stop by and taste a spiked lemonade truffle from her Ode to the North Fork Collection. Other truffle flavors include Black Duck Porter and Herbal Experience. </p> 
<p> <strong>Kate’s Cheese Co.:</strong>&nbsp;Store co-owner Kate McDowell sells nearly 75 international and domestic cheeses. To name a few, there are sheep Brie, and cheeses from Utah made with wildflowers, honey and porcini mushrooms. In the cafe section, order unique cheeses in sandwiches.&nbsp; </p> 
<p> <strong>In the Attic Too:</strong> Store owner Heather Ganguzzi explains, “There are probably well over 1,200 individual items in the shop. You have to walk around the store three times to see everything.” She’s referring to everything from vintage, custom finished and unfinished furniture to antique glassware, old wooden signs, classic washboards and more.&nbsp; </p> 
<p> <strong>DAY TRIP DETAILS: </strong> </p> 
<h3> <strong>GIFTS UNLIMITED</strong> </h3> 
<p> 1116 Main Rd., Mattituck; 631-298-1700; <a href="https://sunvdesigns.com/">sunvdesigns.com</a>; open Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday 10:30 a.m. — 5:30 p.m.; closed Sunday, Monday, Thursday. </p> 
<h3> <strong>KATE’S CHEESE CO.</strong> </h3> 
<p> 19 Front St., Greenport; 631-333-2722; open Wednesday-Sunday 11 a.m. — 6 p.m., closed Monday and Tuesday </p> 
<h3> <strong>ATELIER DISSET</strong> </h3> 
<p> 28080 Main Rd., Cutchogue; 631-734-8387; <a href="https://www.dissetchocolate.com/">dissetchocolate.com</a>; open Thursday 11 a.m. — 3 p.m., Friday-Sunday 11 a.m. — 5 p.m., closed Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday </p> 
<h3> <strong>IN THE ATTIC TOO</strong> </h3> 
<p> 10200 Main Rd., Mattituck; 631-745-3848; <a href="https://www.intheattictoonofo.com/">intheattictoonofo.com</a>; open Friday 11 a.m. — 4 p.m., Saturday/Sunday 10 a.m. — 4 p.m., closed Monday through Thursday </p>

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Things to do on a family day trip to the North Fork

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	Northport&#39;s Main Street, just over a half-mile long, runs down to the harbor and features a little something for everyone. NewsdayTV&#39;s&nbsp;Macy Egeland reports from the village that was settled in the 1600s.
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<p> <strong></strong>Centered within Nassau County,&nbsp;Garden City is known as a luxury spot with endless shopping opportunities, from the nearby Roosevelt Field mall&nbsp;to locally owned village boutiques.&nbsp;Parts of the community are very walkable and there’s lots for kids to do during the day and for adults to try at night. Head to a children's museum, window shop along Seventh Street or grab a bite with&nbsp;friends.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </p> 
<h2> KNOW BEFORE YOU GO&nbsp; </h2> 
<p> There’s a great deal of free parking, but make sure to check signs to see what time limits are in place. There’s an LIRR stop (Hempstead Branch) as well (Hubbell Plaza) and it’s only a block from where the area’s Seventh Street main drag starts. The&nbsp;Country Life Press station (St. James Street South between Elm and Filbert streets) is also close (about half a mile to the intersection of Seventh Street and Franklin Avenue). Other train stations in the area are&nbsp;Nassau Boulevard, between 56 and 84 Nassau Boulevard, and Stewart Manor, between 99 and 7772 Manor Rd. All station parking is operated by&nbsp;the Village of Garden City and a parking permit is required. </p> 
<h2> THINGS TO DO&nbsp; </h2> 
<h2> Garden City Bird Sanctuary </h2> 
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<p> This 9-acre preserve was once a stormwater basin, but has since been nurtured into a place for hiking and bird-watching. Open on weekends from April 29 through Sept. 30 (10&nbsp;a.m. to 6&nbsp;p.m.), the site has over 100 different species that have been spotted there since its creation and also offers occasional events. Upcoming events include an open-air market (April 29) and a bird count to mark the international Global Big Day birding celebration (May 13).&nbsp; </p> 
<p> <strong>ADMISSION: </strong>Free&nbsp; </p> 
<p> <strong>INFO&nbsp;</strong>182 Tanners Pond Rd.;&nbsp;<a href="http://gcbirdsanctuary.com">gcbirdsanctuary.com</a> </p> 
<h2> Muse Paint Bar </h2> 
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<p> The Garden City outlet of this paint-and-sip parlor provides a place where patrons&nbsp;can create while ordering wine, beer or cocktails from a menu that includes appetizer-style foods and desserts. Its event calendar consists of classes that focus on a variety of subjects and themes.&nbsp;All ages welcome, must have a valid ID to purchase alcohol. </p> 
<p> <strong>INFO&nbsp;</strong>837 Franklin Ave.; 888-607-6873,&nbsp;<a href="http://musepaintbar.com">musepaintbar.com</a> </p> 
<h2> Monster Mini Golf Garden City </h2> 
<p> &nbsp;Illuminated by black lighting, the venue offers 18 holes to&nbsp;play while surrounded by monster-styled d&eacute;cor and animated creatures. Guests can also try arcade games, mini-bowling and a maze of laser beams.&nbsp; </p> 
<p> <strong>ADMISSION: </strong>Starting at $12&nbsp; </p> 
<p> <strong>INFO&nbsp;</strong>645 Stewart Ave.; 516-279-4433,&nbsp;<a href="http://monsterminigolf.com">monsterminigolf.com</a> </p> 
<h2> Garden City Hotel&nbsp; </h2> 
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<p> The Garden City hotel is a luxury hospitality spot that offers upscale amenities for those looking to be pampered. It has three chef-driven restaurants, with two indoor options (King Bar and Red Salt Room) and an outside spot (Patio Bar; reopens for 2023 at the end of May). The hotel features&nbsp;a boutique beauty and wellness center called the Red Hots Spa. A&nbsp;traditional British tea&nbsp;service is served every other Saturday (starts at $55). &nbsp;The Spring Forward Package (book by April 30) includes a&nbsp;deluxe&nbsp;king room, a $50&nbsp;food and beverage credit and two breakfast&nbsp;vouchers&nbsp;($309-$349). </p> 
<p> <strong>INFO&nbsp;</strong>45 Seventh St.; 877-549-0400,&nbsp;<a href="http://gardencityhotel.com">gardencityhotel.com</a> </p> 
<h2> SHOPPING </h2> 
<h2> Roosevelt Field </h2> 
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<p> This luxury mall is a mega-hub for all things retail, with anchor stores like lMacy’s,&nbsp;Bloomingdale’s,&nbsp;J.C. Penney,&nbsp;Neiman Marcus and Nordstrom Marcus, as well as hundreds of shops dedicated to brands of clothing, accessories, toys, electronics and more. The mall also has high-end restaurants on its periphery, such as&nbsp;Small Batch by Tom Colicchio,&nbsp;True Food Kitchen&nbsp;and&nbsp;The Capital Grille. For&nbsp;casual-while-shopping bites, there’s a food court on the second floor and small&nbsp;snack spots mixed in. It also has a basement level that features a small playground and&nbsp;Glow Golf&nbsp;(<a href="http://opryglowgolf.com">opryglowgolf.com</a>), a mini-golf course that glows under black lights. Admission for Glow Golf is $13, $11 for ages 5-12, $8 for seniors and ages 4 and younger.&nbsp; </p> 
<p> <strong>INFO&nbsp;</strong>630 Old Country Rd.; 516-742-8000,&nbsp;<a href="http://simon.com">simon.com</a> </p> 
<h2> BOUTIQUES ON SEVENTH&nbsp;STREET </h2> 
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<p> Explore the boutiques along the village’s Seventh Street that focus on the latest fashion.&nbsp;Madison's Niche&nbsp;(186 Seventh&nbsp;St.; 516-246-9964,&nbsp;<a href="http://madisonsniche.com">madisonsniche.com</a>) features several brands of women’s clothing and&nbsp;home d&eacute;cor, candles and wedding gifts. Coquette&nbsp;(173 Seventh&nbsp;St.; 516-873-8180,&nbsp;<a href="http://coquetteonseventh.com">coquetteonseventh.com</a>) also focuses on women’s clothing and accessories with an eye toward trends, but also offers monogramming and personalized items intended for gifting. The Islands&nbsp;(177 Seventh&nbsp;St.; 516-248-2481,&nbsp;<a href="http://theislandgc.com">theislandgc.com</a>), is a Lilly Pulitzer brand signature store that is broken down into three entranceways (“The Island,” “The Little Island” and The Pink Island”) where shoppers can find clothing by the brand, as well as other designers.&nbsp; &nbsp; </p> 
<h2> SNACK AND SIP&nbsp; </h2> 
<h2> For Five Coffee Roasters </h2> 
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<p> The village outlet of this upscale coffee shop&nbsp;is also a social stop where people crowd the indoor seating (or sit outside when weather permits) and chat, while others work on their laptops. The spot features&nbsp;coffee, breakfast items, salads, baked goods and sandwiches. </p> 
<p> <strong>INFO</strong>&nbsp;147 Seventh St.; 516-271-9100,&nbsp;<a href="http://forfivecoffee.com">forfivecoffee.com</a> </p> 
<h2> The French Workshop </h2> 
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<p> Another big brand coffee outlet, it offers a wide selection of pastries, croissants, muffins, tarts and other baked goods.&nbsp; </p> 
<p> <strong>INFO</strong>&nbsp;191 Seventh St.; 516-248-6800,&nbsp;<a href="http://thefrenchworkshop.com">thefrenchworkshop.com</a> </p> 
<h2> Chip City </h2> 
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<p> Coffee is also served at this small takeout shop, but cookies are the star. The shop has&nbsp;a rotating menu of cookies that changes weekly, which includes a specialty option among its standard offerings.&nbsp; </p> 
<p> <strong>INFO</strong>&nbsp;951 Franklin Ave.; 516-385-5820,&nbsp;<a href="http://chipcitycookies.com">chipcitycookies.com</a> </p> 
<h2> NIGHTLIFE: IN GARDEN CITY, NEARBY TOWNS </h2> 
<h2> Revel </h2> 
<p> Recently renovated, this upscale restaurant and bar has a Friday-night dance party powered by a roster of rotating DJs and occasional live acts. Open to guests age 25 and older, it’s a great fit for fans of classic luxury nightlife, as the dress code is casual-elegant and bottle service is available.&nbsp; </p> 
<p> <strong>INFO</strong>&nbsp;835 Franklin Ave.; 516-246-9111,&nbsp;<a href="http://revelrestaurant.com">revelrestaurant.com</a> </p> 
<h2> Prost Grill &amp; Garten </h2> 
<p> Primarily a German bier hall, it’s also a serious soccer bar that shows matches Tuesday, Wednesdays and weekends and serves as the base for some area fan clubs. It also hosts trivia nights on Tuesdays and features live music.&nbsp;Hungry folks should also watch for special dinners prepared by Chef David Mannes. </p> 
<p> <strong>INFO</strong>&nbsp;652 Franklin Ave.; 516-427-5656&nbsp; </p> 
<h2> The Cuban </h2> 
<p> You’ll notice this colorful restaurant from the street, but come weekend evenings it gets even more interesting inside as its signature live shows and DJs&nbsp;take the stage Fridays and Saturdays. There are DJs spinning both nights, plus dancers who move to mainly Latin sounds. Bottle service is available Saturdays after 11 p.m. </p> 
<p> <strong>INFO</strong>&nbsp;987 Stewart Ave.; 516-222-0295,&nbsp;<a href="http://thecubanny.com">thecubanny.com</a> </p>

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Garden City: Things to do, shopping and nightlife 

Exploring Garden City: Things to do, shopping and nightlife 

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<p> St. James is a town that knows how to eat. A wealth of restaurants, bakeries, cafes and pizzerias clusters along its northern border on Route 25A (aka North Country Road) but also extends down Lake Avenue to its southern tier, a stretch of Route 25 dotted with car dealerships. </p> 
<p> Here are some of the standouts among the many eateries in this food-dense burg: </p> 
<h2> <strong>Basil Cafe &amp; Restaurant</strong> </h2> 
<p> <em>413 Lake Ave.</em> </p> 
<p> This snug, romantic bistro dubs itself “Persian-Italian.” The spice profile runs to saffron, pepper, turmeric, coriander and sumac, with occasional hits of mint, barberry and parsley — plus lots of garlic — and kebabs share the menu with pasta, rack of lamb and flatbreads. Perfumed basmati rice complements many dishes, such as masterful zereshk polo, marinated chicken breast with buttery, saffron-laced onions, crumbled pistachios and tart barberry seeds. More info: 631-862-4444, <a href="https://www.basilcaferestaurant.com/">basilcaferestaurant.com</a> </p> 
<h2> <strong>BLT Cafe</strong>&nbsp; </h2> 
<p> <em>521 Lake Ave.</em> </p> 
<p> If there were a “Cheers” among luncheonettes, BLT Cafe would be it. The place hops from breakfast through lunch with diners who banter with each other as they tuck into scrambled eggs, French toast or hulking Cubano sandwiches. More info: 631-584-4229 </p> 
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<h2> <strong>Mosaic</strong>&nbsp; </h2> 
<p> <em>418 North Country Rd.</em> </p> 
<p> Even after 15-plus years, there’s still nothing like a cozy evening of adventure devised by Jonathan Contes and his partner, chef Tate Morris. Their five-course menu often changes radically from night to night, and sometimes from course to course. Adding to the intrigue: Mosaic makes the food choices, not you (although dietary restrictions are honored). Trust is key, and trust is rewarded by a, well, gorgeous mosaic. One evening a buttery salmon omelet and pretzel baguette gave way to tuna crudo with ginger jasmine rice, curry swordfish with peach compote, charred filet mignon with mushroom ravioli, and finally, coconut jasmine pudding accompanied by a surprisingly tasty PB&amp;J coffeecake. Every meal is a production, impossible without a cast of thousands (of ingredients), and epic in every way. More info: 631-584-2058,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.eatmosaic.com/">eatmosaic.com</a> </p> 
<h2> <strong>Del Fuego Tex-Mex&nbsp;</strong> </h2> 
<p> <em>430 North Country Rd.</em> </p> 
<p> This casual, saloon-like temple to Tex-Mex emphasizes the fresh and the housemade on a menu that travels from fajitas to filet mignon, dry-rubbed ribs to fish tacos, as well as burritos, quesadillas and the usual Tex-Mex players. The prices are moderate, the tequila is plentiful and the place is often filled to the brim. More info: 631-963-6900<br /> <a href="https://www.delfuegorestaurant.com/">delfuegorestaurant.com</a> </p> 
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<h2> <strong>Garguilo’s Bakery</strong>&nbsp; </h2> 
<p> <em>503 Lake Ave.</em> </p> 
<p> Inside this unassuming brick building near the railroad tracks is carb heaven: Racks loaded with breads and baguettes, plus cakes, cookies and doughnuts, as well as a counter cornucopia of focaccia, danishes and Irish soda bread. The butter cookies and chocolate meltaways (a chocolate-coffee ring with the nickname “crack cake”) have devoted followings. Those in lunch mode can go the savory route with chicken potpie or quiche Lorraine. More info: 631-584-9400,&nbsp;<a href="http://garguilosbakery.kpsearch.com/df/default.asp">garguilosbakery.com</a>&nbsp; </p> 
<h2> <strong>Husk &amp; Vine Kitchen &amp; Cocktails</strong>&nbsp; </h2> 
<p> <em>655 Middle Country Rd.</em> </p> 
<p> The small-plate menu changes every Wednesday inside this spot, where the barroom feels like a stylish roadhouse and the dining room, more formal. Dishes hopscotch around the world, from Asian-style Kobe beef meatballs&nbsp;to tuna poke to a tender Wagyu burger layered with bacon, smoked Cheddar and tomato jam. There’s a lengthy craft beer list, hearty whiskey cocktails and plenty of wine, too. More info: 631-250-9616,&nbsp;<a href="http://huskandvineny.com">huskandvineny.com</a> </p> 
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<h2> <strong>Pietro&nbsp;Cucina Italiana</strong>&nbsp; </h2> 
<p> <em>404 North Country Rd.</em> </p> 
<p> A certain aura clings to this old farmhouse on the edge of town on North Country Road, where Restaurant Mirabelle got its start in 1984 and, later, Kitchen A Bistro spent 20 years. Its latest tenant is a buzzy and atmospheric nouveau Italian spot with a tiny bar, witty service and occasionally long waits for a table. More info: 631-862-6129, <a href="http://pietro631.com">pietro631.com</a> </p> 
<h2> <strong>NoCo Kitchen Wine and Cocktails</strong>&nbsp; </h2> 
<p> <em>429 North Country Rd.</em> </p> 
<p> This polished New American restaurant serves a<span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 0, 0.3);"> </span>dedicated eat-at-the-bar clientele who sip wine and cocktails with starters such as Spanish octopus, crispy oysters and buttermilk-sriracha chicken wings.&nbsp;Those throwing down for a more formal meal might tuck into Crescent Farm duck breast or veal Bolognese.&nbsp;More info: 631-250-9600, <a href="http://nocostjames.com">nocostjames.com</a> </p> 
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<h2> <strong>Soul Brew</strong>&nbsp; </h2> 
<p> <em>404 North Country Rd.</em> </p> 
<p> Take loads of coffee (both hot and cold-brewed), plenty of smoothies and pastries and a menu dense with scrambles, pancakes, panini and melts; combine those with funky artwork, occasional live music and a marble bar that serves beer and wine, and you have Soul Brew: a kinetic place that seems perpetually filled and festive, as well as highly caffeinated. More info: 631-250-9238,&nbsp;<a href="http://soulbrew.coffee">soulbrew.coffee</a> </p> 
<h2> <strong>Spuntino</strong>&nbsp; </h2> 
<p> <em>420 North Country Rd.</em> </p> 
<p> St. James has its fair share of Italian places, and each seem to fill a specific niche. For Spuntino, that role would be something akin to Italian diner: An airy, vibrant space with a coal-fired oven turning out lots of pizza. That, in turn, is sold by the slice on one side of Spuntino, while the other is a comfy dining room with plenty of booths, warm service and a menu that covers all of the Italian bases: thin-crust pizzettes, namely, and dozens of pasta dishes, from the traditional (fettuccine carbonara) to the less so (zucchini noodles with eggplant and tomato sauce). More info: 631-686-6700,&nbsp;<a href="http://spuntinostjames.com">spuntinostjames.com</a> </p> 
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<h2> <strong>Vintage Prime Steakhouse</strong> </h2> 
<p> <em>433 North Country Rd.</em> </p> 
<p> This is the neighborhood steakhouse, a friendly place with a clubby, almost theatrical dining room and plenty of tender chops: Porterhouse, T-bone, filet mignon. You can bookend the meal with shellfish cocktails and augment it with creamed spinach and potatoes — this is about as classic as it gets. More info: 631-862-6440, <a href="https://thevintageprimesteakhouse.com/">thevintageprimesteakhouse.com</a> </p> 
<h2> <strong>The Trattoria</strong>&nbsp; </h2> 
<p> <em>532 North Country Rd.</em> </p> 
<p> &quot;Great things come in small, hard-to-find packages&quot; could be The Trattoria’s motto. Carved out of the back end of a hidden strip mall, the modest dining room accommodates fewer than 25 diners, and yet the kitchen packs more culinary firepower than those of most huge, opulent local Italian palaces. (Happily, the pandemic occasioned the erection of a tent in the parking lot, more than doubling capacity.) Chef-owner Stephen Gallagher isn’t doctrinaire about tradition — you might encounter Manchego cheese or spiced yogurt as well as polenta and Bolognese rag&ugrave;. But his emphasis on clarity of flavor, seasonality and the primacy of vegetables gets to the very heart of Italian cuisine. The menu changes frequently here, but you’ll always find classic versions of lasagna and pappardelle Bolognese, bucatini carbonara and spaghetti all’Amatriciana. In addition to its gentle prices, The Trattoria offers BYOB with no corkage fee. Cash only. More info: 631-584-3518,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.thetrattoriarestaurant.com/">thetrattoriarestaurant.com</a> </p> 
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Massapequa: Things to do, shopping, parks 

Day trip to Massapequa: Things to do and explore

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	Known for All American Hamburger Massapequa and Massapequa Park has great places to shop, eat, and play. NewsdayTV&#39;s Elisa DiStefano reports.
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All American, Marjorie Post and more things to do in Massapequa

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Day-into-night: Spend the day exploring Patchogue 

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<p> Over the past 20 years, Patchogue has grown younger and livelier as a village, with a near-explosion of restaurants that draw patrons from well outside the area. On a weekend night, Patchogue feels like a party, with traffic at a crawl, bars brimming and parking woes aplenty. </p> 
<p> Here are some of the dozens of restaurants, bakeries, bars and cafes that&nbsp;jockey shoulder to shoulder along downtown Patchogue's&nbsp;two main thoroughfares, throwing down broiled oysters and brisket sandwiches, turmeric smoothies and spiked milkshakes. </p> 
<h2> <strong>Ruta Oaxaca</strong> </h2> 
<p> <em>30 E. Main St.</em> </p> 
<p> Oaxaca may be thousands of miles away, but under an umbrella on the back patio of its Patchogue namesake, a grilled pineapple mezcal margarita in hand, you could be transported to Mexico’s culinary capital. This stylish offshoot of the Astoria original opened in 2022, highlighting the artful side of Mexican cuisine. Chefs Carlos and Felipe Arellanos finely tune cochinita pibil tacos and shrimp-calamari ceviche, quesadillas jammed with rajas and Oaxaca cheese, melting seafood enchiladas that fuse the ocean with creamy habanero-spiked salsa. There are multiple spins on mole, from chocolate-tinged mole negro served with chicken bu&ntilde;uelos (fritters) to mole verde to smoky, guajillo-fueled mole Coloradito draped across NY strip steak. The slow-cooked baby back ribs, sheathed in a guava-chipotle glaze, practically fall apart under your gaze — the kind of transcendent dish that leaves you planning a return. More info:&nbsp;631-569-2233, <a href="https://www.rutaoaxacamex.com/">rutaoaxacamex.com</a> </p> 
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<h2> <strong>The Cuban</strong> </h2> 
<p> <em>95 W. Main St.</em> </p> 
<p> With plenty of rum, color and bling, The Cuban is a sprawling 154-seat sister restaurant to the original Long Island location in Garden City.&nbsp;Tropicana-style shows featuring costumed dancers and live drummers take place most&nbsp;Friday and Saturday nights (sorry, no dedicated dance floor here though). Cuban and Latin-fusion dishes include appetizers from empanadas and the cod fritters known as bacalaitos to chargrilled octopus (pulpo a la parrila) as well as three kinds of ceviche. Larger plates include the iconic ropa vieja, or Cuban-style braised and pulled beef, plus lechoncito (roasted pork shoulder with pickled onions), a seafood sancocho stew with lobster tail and scallops, and a pernil-stuffed Cuban-style sandwich. More info: 631-714-5626; <a href="https://thecubanny.com/">thecubanny.com</a> </p> 
<h2> <strong>Bird &amp; Bao</strong> </h2> 
<p> <em>58 S. Ocean Ave.</em> </p> 
<p> This sweetly minimalist spot spins imaginative takes on bao from chef-owner Conor Swanson. The lineup centers on steamed buns filled layered with all manner of complexity, from Nashville-style hot-chicken bao (with black vinegar pickles and togarashi oil) to pork-belly bao (with house kimchi and peanuts) and crispy tofu bao with peanut sauce, coriander and bean sprouts. Fleeting specials regularly push the bounds — think crispy coconut shrimp bao, double cheeseburger bao (on a milk-bread buns) and guava-glazed salmon bao, usually announced on Instagram — but the s’mores bao is a daily staple. More info: 631-447-2200, <a href="http://birdandbao.com">birdandbao.com</a> </p> 
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<h2> <strong>Buttermilk’s Kitchen</strong> </h2> 
<p> <em>76 W. Main St.</em> </p> 
<p> “Breakfasting” has been elevated to an art form lately, and Buttermilk’s Kitchen is its poster child: Airy and artsy, with a shabby-chic vibe and whimsical takes on breakfast (served all day) and lunch staples such as grilled cheese sandwiches. Behind the bar are mimosas, Bloody Marys and coffee drinks galore; breakfast ventures to S’mores French toast, omelets, and the those buttermilk pancakes. More info: 631-654-6455, <a href="http://buttermilkskitchen.com">buttermilkskitchen.com</a> </p> 
<h2> <strong>Dirty Taco + Tequila</strong> </h2> 
<p> <em>32 W. Main St.</em> </p> 
<p> Dirty Taco has become something of an Island juggernaut, going from a single spot in Wantagh to locations that extended into Suffolk when Dirty opened in Patchogue in 2022. Platters of tots, queso and guac are plenty, tacos are the creative types from blackened salmon to duck bao bun-inspired. Mason jar margaritas of every flavor and hue on the color wheel add to the fun, upbeat vibe. More info: 631-977-8226, <a href="http://dirtytacoandtequila.com">dirtytacoandtequila.com</a> </p> 
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<h2> <strong>Catch Oyster Bar</strong> </h2> 
<p> <em>63 N. Ocean Ave.</em> </p> 
<p> This former hair salon has been transformed into a bright, tiled, cozy oyster-centric hangout for tucking into one of Long Island’s greatest local assets — oysters. A handful of varieties are on the menu at any given time, from plump Fire Island Blues to West Coast Kumamotos. Slurp them dabbed with house mignonette, or go for oysters Rockefeller or grilled oysters showered with Parmesan. More info: 631-627-6860, <a href="http://catchoysterbar.com">catchoysterbar.com</a> </p> 
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<h2> <strong>Standard Rec</strong> </h2> 
<p> <em>49 E. Main St.</em> </p> 
<p> Food meets retro fun at this throwback spot, which has so many vintage details it's hard to know where to look first. The place resembles a theater set, with moody 1970s hues running throughout two soaring rooms, one lined by a long bar whose puzzle of cubbyholes hold memorabilia such as decades-old roller skates. Bao buns and birria tacos join bar standards&nbsp;such as cavatelli mac-and-cheese with shards of smoked ham and pimento cheese sauce, wings and a smash burger laced with pork belly. Lovers of both Cubano sandwiches and hot dogs will find comrade in the Cubano dog. The beer list is quasi-hidden in an oversized Scrabble board. Out of sight, in the back, is a room full of arcade games such as Skee-Ball and Off Road (with a few other video arcade games scattered around, too).&nbsp;More info:&nbsp;631-730-8100, <a href="https://www.stndrec.com/">stndrec.com</a> </p> 
<h2> <strong>WhiskeyNeat</strong> </h2> 
<p> <em>124 E. Main St.</em> </p> 
<p> Friends Rob Delgiorno and Michael Jordan opened this 85-seat restaurant and whiskey bar with dishes that range from gochujang wings and grilled octopus to pastrami sandwiches and fried boneless chicken thighs over grits doused with hot honey. The spot offers all-day happy hour, from noon to 7 p.m., that slashes prices by half for every spirit behind the bar. Rarer finds include Wellers 90 Proof Rye (rare) or Old Rip Van Winkle 12 Year (super rare) which retails at $2,150 or so a bottle. More info: 631-600-3434, <a href="http://whiskeyneatny.com">whiskeyneatny.com</a> </p> 
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<h2> <strong>Rhum</strong> </h2> 
<p> <em>13 E. Main St.</em> </p> 
<p> On the top floor of this bold, trilevel restaurant is one of the downtown’s most atmospheric spots: A rooftop bar and deck with swings for bar stools and a cityscape view. With a prickly pear margarita and some Caribbean-style wings in hand, it’s a fine place to while away a Sunday afternoon, and maybe even sing a bar of Rupert Holmes. More info: 631-569-5944, <a href="http://rhumpatchogue.com">rhumpatchogue.com</a> </p> 
<h2> <strong>Virgola</strong> </h2> 
<p> <em>5 Village Green Way</em> </p> 
<p> This tucked-away oyster-and-Italian-wine bar doesn’t necessarily bill itself as a place for apertivo, or predinner snacks and drinks, but Virgola might revive that late-day ritual. Its cocktail menu is dotted with bittersweet drinks (go for the Aperol-laced Margarita Italiano); its thoughtful wine list is entirely Italian; and its menu doesn’t wander far from shellfish, crudo, ceviche and caviar, plus imported Italian cheeses and salumi. More info: 631-714-5000, <a href="http://virgolausa.com">virgolausa.com</a> </p> 
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<h2> <strong>Tiesto's Restaurant</strong> </h2> 
<p> <em>411 W. Main St.</em> </p> 
<p> Gastropub fare mixes with Mexican, Spanish and Ecuadorian dishes at this spot serving daily brunch (until 3 p.m.) with omelets, eggs Benedict, huevos rancheros&nbsp;and a flatbread breakfast pizza. Later in the day, starters go from skirt-steak-topped nachos to shrimp ceviche with tostones. Burgers, pumpkin ravioli, paella and wine-braised short ribs appear on the larger plate list. There's also a lengthy cocktail roster featuring a bracing house margarita (made with agave syrup and tequila infused with multiple berries) and shareable 100-ounce sangrias and rum punch. More info: 631-730-8602, <a href="https://tiestosrestaurant.com/">tiestosrestaurant.com</a> </p> 
<h2> <strong>Local Burger Co. </strong> </h2> 
<p> <em>15 W. Main St.</em> </p> 
<p> The yearning for burgers (and burger photos) can never be sated, which helps explain the popularity of Local Burger Co. The base model comes draped in American cheese and branded with the local ZIP code, 11722; but bacon, eggs, and mac-and-cheese are all in the kitchen’s toolbox. When the weather is warm, a garage door rolls up to lend an al-freso vibe. There’s plenty of craft beer and cocktails, too. More info: 631-714-5220, <a href="http://localburgerco.com">localburgerco.com</a> </p> 
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<h2> <strong>Bobbique</strong> </h2> 
<p> <em>70 W. Main St.</em> </p> 
<p> Order at the counter, grab a table and soon you’ll be elbow-deep in pulled pork, brisket and St. Louis-style ribs, slow-cooked inside a 700-pound Southern Pride rotisserie-smoker. Don’t bypass the jumbo barbecue chicken wings, either. More info: 631-447-7744, <a href="http://bobbique.com">bobbique.com</a> </p> 
<h3> PATCHOGUE BAKERIES, COFFEE &amp; ICE CREAM </h3> 
<h2> <strong>CoHo Coffee House</strong> </h2> 
<p> <em>62 W. Main St.</em> </p> 
<p> This village coffee shop is many things: A coffee bar (there’s an actual marble bar), a cold-brew lab (12 drip on the wall at any given time), a juice bar, a gelateria and an events space, with regular live music.&nbsp;Customers (especially students) are encouraged to linger, with&nbsp;USB ports under the bar, free Wi-Fi and a printer, plus a communal table made from 300-year-old German oak. Pastries come from local bakers and the gelato from Gelato King, but all of the coffee comes from East End Coffee Roasters.&nbsp; More info: 631-569-4900 </p> 
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<h3> <strong>Mademoiselle of Patchogue</strong> </h3> 
<p> <em>61 N. Ocean Ave.</em> </p> 
<p> Passersby might spot baker-owner Michelle Gillette Kelly shaping pastry in the front window. Step inside, and you can sit at a small counter and taste her handiwork: Macarons, croissants, apricot Danish, fruit tarts and an array of sweet and savory pastries that are turned out fresh daily.&nbsp;More info: 631-627-8560,&nbsp;<a href="http://mademoiselleofpatchogue.com">mademoiselleofpatchogue.com</a> </p>

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<p> Accessible, low-key and with style to spare, the compact seaside village of Bellport is an appealing late summer day trip alternative to the East End.&nbsp; </p> 
<p> Just 60 miles east of New York City and 1.5 square miles, it is surrounded by bucolic farmlands and the Great South Bay, full of surprising shops and cafes and boasts more than &nbsp;80 buildings on the National Register of Historic Places. </p> 
<p> While homeownership in Bellport has its perks — the&nbsp;private Ho Hum Beach on Fire Island is for residents only —&nbsp;there's plenty that can be done by a day-tripper. Here are some notable things to eat, buy, see and do in a day: </p> 
<h2> <strong>THINGS TO DO IN BELLPORT</strong> </h2> 
<p> The village is full of historical buildings, entertainment and museum exhibits to explore.&nbsp; </p> 
<h3> Bellport Lane walking tour </h3> 
<p> <em>31 Bellport Lane</em> </p> 
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<p> Absorb some history and get the lay of the land by downloading the Bellport Lane walking tour map available on the Bellport-Brookhaven Historical Society website.&nbsp;Call 631-866-7049 and then input location numbers from the map to learn about 14 architecturally and historically significant buildings. leading to and from the town dock. The walking tour starts at the corner of South&nbsp;Country Road.&nbsp;(<a href="http://bbhsmuseum.com">bbhsmuseum.com</a>). </p> 
<h3> Gateway Playhouse </h3> 
<p> <em>215 S. Country Rd.</em> </p> 
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<p> For lovers of theater, this entertainment venue in town brings Broadway quality shows to Suffolk County. Fans can see the regional premiere of &quot;Jersey Boys&quot; through Sept. 10. Tickets are $27.50-$95. &nbsp;(631-286-1133,&nbsp;<a href="http://thegateway.org">thegateway.org</a>) </p> 
<h3> Marquee Projects </h3> 
<p> <em>14 Bellport&nbsp;Lane</em> </p> 
<p> “We realized from the beginning there would be no gallery without the community around it,” says Marquee Projects&nbsp;gallery director Tonja Pulfer. Enhancing the gallery’s shows and bringing in visitors are artist talks, poetry readings and music events.&nbsp;Since 2017, she and her husband Mark Van Wagner have been exhibiting work in the pristine white space by both well-established artists like South African photographer Gary Schneider, and emerging talents, including Kansas City painter Emily Blair Quinn, whose free solo show of haunting oil portraits runs Aug.&nbsp;4-Sept. 3. Free to enter. (631-803-2511, <a href="http://marqueeprojects.org">marqueeprojects.org</a>) </p> 
<h3> The Something Machine </h3> 
<p> <em>11 Station Rd.</em> </p> 
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<p> Located in a former auto body shop next to a still-operating gas station, The Something Machine&nbsp;is a&nbsp;cutting-edge contemporary art space&nbsp;overseen by renowned curator (he’s a veteran of both the Vancouver and the Venice Biennales) Jeffrey Uslip. On view now: A free solo show by award-winning Filipina-Australian artist Marikit Santiagofeaturing her highly personal, politically engaged oil paintings on recycled cardboard.&nbsp;Free to enter. (646-285-5746, <a href="http://thesomethingmachine.com">thesomethingmachine.com</a>) </p> 
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<h3> Deer Run Farms </h3> 
<p> <em>282 S. Country Rd.</em> </p> 
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<p> About a mile out of town on South Country Road in Brookhaven is Deer Run Farms&nbsp;run by Bob Nolan, his wife Janet&nbsp;and his son and daughter. Bob's family&nbsp;has been farming since 1898. Check out the vintage photos of representatives from each generation behind the counter and then look through the back door right out onto fields full of arugula, escarole, zucchini and tomatoes. In addition to just-picked produce, the farm store, open Thursday through Monday year-round, features local honey, jam, baked goods&nbsp;and flowers. (631-707-2195,&nbsp;<a href="http://deerrunfarms.net">deerrunfarms.net</a>) </p> 
<h2> <strong>WHERE TO EAT IN BELLPORT</strong> </h2> 
<p> There are several spots to grab a bite.&nbsp;Here are&nbsp;some&nbsp;where you can&nbsp;get a coffee,&nbsp;have dinner,&nbsp;a pint or dessert. </p> 
<h3> Brewport Coffee House </h3> 
<p> <em>129 S. Country Rd.</em> </p> 
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<p> A popular gathering spot, Brewport Coffee House offers baked goods and a revolving menu of specialty lattes. with flavors like cinnamon bun and Almond Joy as well as Beachball cold brew iced tea on tap.&nbsp;(631-803-0809, <a href="http://brewportcoffee.com">brewportcoffee.com</a>) </p> 
<h3> The Bellport Restaurant </h3> 
<p> <em>159 S. Country Rd.</em> </p> 
<p> Nightlife such as it is in quiet Bellport is concentrated at The Bellport Restaurant, where chef and co-owner Taylor Alonso and his business partner and wife, former fashion pr exec Patricia Trainor, purchased the corner spot in 1990 and have been serving unfussy but refined food since 1990. Blue and yellow accents and mismatched bistro chairs give the place a country French feel. The lively bar at the center of the dining room is a magnet for local artists and musicians. Alonso’s menu items include&nbsp;seasonal seafood appetizers like corn-crusted fried oysters with fresh corn cream sauce ($17.95), pasta classics like bucatini cacio pepe ($19.75)&nbsp;and buttermilk fried chicken,&nbsp;($25.75), a house specialty. The three-course Recession Special&nbsp;for $28.75 is a Monday night tradition. Brunch is served on Sunday.&nbsp;(631-286-7550, <a href="http://thebellportrestaurant.com">thebellportrestaurant.com</a>) </p> 
<h3> Bellport Brewing Company&nbsp; </h3> 
<p> <em>14 Station Rd.</em> </p> 
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<p> The local brew pub&nbsp;right off the main drag with sidewalk seating as well as a casual tasting room is open until 10 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. It offers hyperlocal beers like Belle of Bellport, a blonde ale and Gammy’s Special Recipe, brewed with Long Island sweet potatoes. Pours are priced at $8. Menu items to soak up the suds include soft pretzels, chicken wings and pizza rolls.&nbsp;(631-909-4457, <a href="http://bellportbrewing.com">bellportbrewing.com</a>) </p> 
<h3> Peter's on the Green </h3> 
<p> <em>40 S. Country Rd.</em> </p> 
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<p> A more substantial breakfast/brunch menu as well as lunch and dinner are offered at Peter’s on the Green, where members and nonmembers alike can take in the view of the Bellport Country Club golf course’s ninth hole&nbsp;while enjoying omelets,&nbsp;eggs Benedict ($15-$18), salads ($15-$20), burgers ($15-$17) and wraps ($16-$18). Tables are in the clubby dining room with a full bar, as well as on the shaded patio. Closed Mondays.&nbsp;(631-803-8440, <a href="http://petersonthegreenny.com">petersonthegreenny.com</a>) </p> 
<h3> Carla Marlas Ice Cream and Candy Shoppe </h3> 
<p> <em>8 Bellport Lane</em> </p> 
<p> Carla Marlas Ice Cream and Candy Shoppe is open from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.&nbsp;Monday through Saturday,&nbsp;closing at 10 p.m. on Sundays,&nbsp;to satisfy your sweet tooth for ice cream when the need arises. Jawbreakers, Pop Rocks, candy necklaces and other old-fashioned favorites are displayed in tin buckets. In addition to expected ice cream flavors including salted caramel and pistachio. There are also vegan and dairy-free options like peach cobbler and Brooklyn black and white cookie.&nbsp;Also available: Frosty Paws doggy ice cream in a Dixie pup cup.&nbsp;(631-803-6630,&nbsp;<a href="http://carlamarlas.com">carlamarlas.com</a>) </p> 
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<h2> <strong>WHERE TO SHOP IN BELLPORT</strong> </h2> 
<p> From the latest trends&nbsp;to vintage finds, the Village offers an array of shopping opportunities.&nbsp; </p> 
<h3> Copper Beech </h3> 
<p> <em>133 S. Country Rd.</em> </p> 
<p> The Hamptons may be known for international luxury brands, but Bellport excels in beautifully curated independent shops. First among equals is Copper Beech, an upscale dry goods store with soaring ceilings, overflowing with housewares, home furnishings, cookware, antiques and pantry items. Every item, from a colorful tin of La Dalia smoked paprika ($6.50) to a rattan carpet beater ($20), a straw plowman hat ($144) and a framed vintage crew team photo ($750) has been chosen for its utility and beauty by Copper Beech’s owners, designers Thomas O’Brien and Dan Fink.&nbsp;(631-286-0202, <a href="http://copperbeechbythesea.com">copperbeechbythesea.com</a>) </p> 
<h3> Bellport General </h3> 
<p> <em>138 S. Country Rd.</em> </p> 
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<p> <span id="cke_bm_1605S" style="display: none;">&nbsp;</span>Stop in for the full menu of espresso drinks at&nbsp;Bellport General and you never know what you might leave with. Standout&nbsp;items from this mod emporium include pillows made from vibrant Bolivian textiles, organic pancake mix, souvenir Bellport T-shirts and decks of cards for learning foreign languages. Everything has a cool edge, including tote bags, beach towels and coasters from Lateral Objects, shopkeeper and product designer Stefan Beckman’s line.&nbsp;(631-803-8121, <a href="http://bellportgeneral.com">bellportgeneral.com)</a> </p> 
<h3> Good Merch. Consignment Shop </h3> 
<p> <em>12 Bell St.</em> </p> 
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<p> New furniture and d&eacute;cor arrive on an almost daily basis notes Good Merch owner Donna Clarke. All items are accepted on a consignment basis, but it’s not often that Clarke refuses what she’s offered, much of it from local designers.&nbsp;“Bellport has such good fashion and style people here that most of it is pretty great.” On a recent visit, potential vacation home accents included a set of three midcentury glass mushroom canisters for $260, a red and white painted wooden oar for $165 and a yard full of wrought iron garden and patio furniture.&nbsp;(<a href="http://goodmerchbellport.com">goodmerchbellport.com</a>) </p> 
<h3> The Village Silversmith </h3> 
<p> <em>149 S. Country Rd.</em> </p> 
<p> Owner and jeweler Dwight Truillo has been selling his silver and gold designs at The Village Silversmith&nbsp;since 1970. His creations featuring sea horses, starfish, and clamshells make particularly meaningful souvenirs. Also of note are the shop’s enviable collections of vintage southwestern silver and turquoise jewelry and rare costume pieces from designers including Chanel.&nbsp;(631-286-1660, <a href="http://villagesilversmith.com">villagesilversmith.com</a>) </p> 
<h3> The Storefront </h3> 
<p> <em>139 S. Country Rd.</em> </p> 
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<p> By design, there’s something for everyone at The Storefront: “We cater to the tastes of our eclectic residents and hopefully folks just visiting Bellport for the day,” says owner Melissa Feldman. Work by local artists is showcased in the Bellport-centric shop’s ground-level gallery space. Upstairs, customers can grab freshly brewed tea from a tea bar and browse a small but considered selection of cooking, design and children’s books, many written by Bellport residents. (631-803-2190, <a href="http://thestorefrontbellport.com">thestorefrontbellport.com</a>) </p> 
<h2> <strong>WHERE TO STAY IN BELLPORT</strong> </h2> 
<h3> Bellport Inn </h3> 
<p> <em>160 S. Country Rd</em> </p> 
<p> You might be so charmed by the town that you’d like to spend the night. If so, reserve a room at the Bellport Inn, a circa 1889 property with rooms, suites and a stand-alone cottage that share a manicured garden outfitted with outdoor showers, lounge chairs and fire pits. There are bicycles to borrow, an honor bar and pantry stocked with locally made snacks. Guests can ride the residents-only ferry to Ho Hum Beach. Room rates start at $375.&nbsp;(631-677-1615,&nbsp;<a href="http://bellportinn.com">bellportinn.com</a>) </p>

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