Old Westbury

Probably one of the most well-known and written about villages on the North Shore of Long Island, the Village of Old Westbury has a magical history and continues to evolve and attract buyers from all over willing to pay a premium to reside there. Some famous families including the Phipps, Vanderbilts, Whitneys and DuPonts to name a few have all called this area home at one time or another. Business Week magazine has for a long time documented that the zip code 11568 is among the most expensive zip codes in the whole country. The historic and nationally landmarked Old Westbury Gardens was nationally ranked by Four Seasons Hotels Magazine as one of the three best public gardens in the world. The Meadowbrook Polo Club on Polo Drive off Whitney Road is the oldest polo club in the United States and maintains a very active schedule in season for matches and events.

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COMMUNITY HIGHLIGHTS

Restaurants:

Azerbaijan Grill
1610 Old Country Road, Westbury, NY
Westbury, NY 11590
516.228.0001
www.azerbaijangrill.com
From the fresh, warm pita bread to babaganoush, kebabs, salads and soups, this Mediterranean lunch and dinner spot is generous with both portions and flavor.
Cafe Baci
1636 Old Country Road, Westbury, NY
Old Westbury, NY 11568
516.832.8888
www.cafebacirestaurant.com
This popular Italian eatery has made multiple best of lists and earned rave reviews from the likes of Long Island Press, Newsday and NY Times. Be prepared for portions so large you’ll have plenty of leftovers for lunch the next day.
City Cellar Wine Bar and Grill
1080 Corporate Drive, Westbury, NY
Westbury, NY 11594
516.693.5400
www.citycellarny.com
Featuring American Modern cuisine, City Cellar takes a fresh approach to everything from comfort food to gourmet fare, complemented by wine and spirits from every corner of the world.
Famous Dave’s
1060 Corporate Drive, Westbury, NY
Westbury, NY 11590
516.832.7300
www.famousdaves.com
From burgers and ribs to brisket, this Nassau County chain restaurant delivers smoky BBQ flavor when you crave it.
Little Mexico
280 Post Avenue, Westbury, NY
Westbury, NY 11590
516.333.2038
www.littlemex.com
Though Westbury might be an unlikely spot to find authentic Mexican food, this unassuming gem delivers homemade flavor with treats like tacos al pastor, house-made pico de gallo and guacamole and ice cold Cervezas.
Taka Sushi and Japanese Restaurant
821 Carman Avenue, Westbury, NY
Westbury, NY 11590
516.876.0033
Fresh sushi and sashimi are the main event at this tiny strip mall sushi spot, but Taka is also known for its impressive sake selection.

Cafes & Bakeries:

Maria’s Pastry Shop
167 Post Avenue, Westbury, NY
Westbury, NY 11590
516.333.9587
http://mariaspastryshop.com
You won’t find a better cannoli for miles; this old world Italian pastry shop is part of many a childhood memory and still going strong.
Starbucks
1149 Old Country Road, Westbury, NY
Westbury, NY 11590
516.338.8711
There are no surprises at this popular coffee chain. The staff is friendly and there are plenty of seats and outlets; students and professionals gather daily for sustenance and free wifi.

Arts & Entertainment:

NYCB Theatre at Westbury
960 Brush Hollow Road, Westbury, NY
Westbury, NY 11590
www.thetheatreatwestbury.com
Just a short drive away, this not a bad-seat in the house indoor concert venue hosts top artists performing classic rock, pop, comedy and children’s events.
Old Westbury Gardens
71 Old Westbury Road, Old Westbury, NY
Old Westbury, NY 11568
516.333.0048
www.oldwestburygardens.org
Between the mansions and the artfully manicured gardens, this is truly a calming oasis. The sprawling grounds are perfect for relaxing strolls.
Tilles Center for the Performing Arts
720 Northern Boulevard, Brookville, NY
Greenvale, NY 11548
516.299.2752
www.tillescenter.org
Located on the CW Post campus of Long Island University, this 2,242-seat concert hall provides world-class entertainment including music, theater, comedy and dance. The smaller Hillwood Recital Hall seats 490 and is used for chamber music, cabaret, recitals and smaller theater productions.
United Artists Theater at Westbury 12
7000 Brush Hollow Road, Westbury, NY
Westbury, NY 11590
516.333.0009
This clean, well-curated theater is ideal for taking in a blockbuster on one of its 12 screens.

Nightlife:

Barefoot Peddler
37 Glen Cove Road, Greenvale, NY
Greenvale, NY 11548
516.621.4840
www.barefootpeddlerpub.com/
Stop in at the Peddler for a variety of cold beers and an unobstructed view of the game.
City Cellar Wine Bar and Grill
1080 Corporate Drive, Westbury, NY
Westbury, NY 11594
516.693.5400
www.citycellarny.com
Featuring American Modern cuisine, City Cellar takes a fresh approach to everything from comfort food to gourmet fare, complemented by wine and spirits from every corner of the world.
Memories Bar and Grill
121 Hillside Avenue, Williston Park, NY
Williston Park, NY 11596
516.248.0695
www.memoriesbarandgrill.com
This comfortable local watering hole with a great menu also features live bands

Top Shops & Services:

Americana Manhasset
2060 Northern Boulevard, Manhasset, NY
Manhasset, NY 11030
516.627.2277
www.americanamanhasset.com
Known as Miracle Mile, this home to prestigious retailers like Gucci, Prada, Tiffany and Co., Brooks Brothers, and Ralph Lauren is considered to be one the best retail venues outside New York City. In total, more than 45 shops have branches here, surrounded by ultra-modern architecture and immaculate landscaping.
Wheatley Plaza Shopping Center
Glen Cove Road at Northern Boulevard, Greenvale, NY
Greenvale, NY 11548
888.627.2250
http://www.wheatleyplaza.com/
This local shopping center offers top fashion destination stores like Scoop NYC and Banana Republic as well as food-court favorites.

Health & Recreation:

Eisenhower Park
East Meadow, Merrick and Stewart Avenues
East Meadow, NY 11554
516.572.0348
www.nassaucountyny.gov
This 930-acre oasis of green space is one of the largest public spaces in the New York metropolitan area, offering a full range of amenities including one of the finest swimming facilities in the U.S., a major golf facility, dozens of athletic fields and courts, picnic areas, summertime entertainment, playgrounds, fitness trails and more.
Glen Oaks Club
175 Post Road, Old Westbury, NY
Old Westbury, NY 11568
516.626.2900
www.glenoaksclub.org
Glen Oaks Club is a private country club featuring 27 holes of golf.
North Shore Fitness
1940 Hempstead Turnpike, East Meadow, NY
East Meadow, NY 11554
516.832.8444
www.northshorefitness.net
North Shore Fitness is a state-of-the-art fitness center that provides members with the best in cardio classes, Zumba, Pilates, Spin classes, strength training and more.
Old Westbury Golf and Country Club
270 Wheatley Road, Old Westbury, NY
Old Westbury, NY 11568
516.626.1810
www.owgolf.com
In addition to 27 holes of golf over three nines, Old Westbury members enjoy one indoor and 14 outdoor tennis courts and two outdoor swimming pools

Greenmarkets:

Fairway Market
242-02 61st Avenue, Douglaston, NY
Little Neck, NY 11362
718.423.2100
www.fairwaymarket.com/store-douglaston
This gourmet market chain offers a mind-boggling variety of just about every healthy, delicious food item you crave, from meats and produce to cheese and olives. A cornucopia of prepared foods and salad bars threaten to make the idea of cooking at home obsolete.
Whole Foods Market
2101 Northern Boulevard, Manhasset, NY
Manhasset, NY 11030
516.869.8900
www.wholefoodsmarket.com
The Manhasset branch of the growing organic and local food chain excels at produce, seafood, meats, microbrews and locally sourced edibles plus the usual cornucopia of prepared foods for takeout or to eat in.

Transportation:

Old Westbury
Old Westbury, NY 11568
Both the Long Island Expressway and the Northern State Parkway lie just to the south of Old Westbury. Midtown Manhattan is less than 25 miles away. Old Westbury can be accessed through the Westbury, Carle Place station (Port Jefferson and Ronkonkoma lines) in addition to the Roslyn and Albertson (Oyster Bay line) stations on the Long Island Railroad.