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New Italian Restaurant In Region Cited For 'Delicious, Fresh Pasta In A Beautiful Space' New Italian Restaurant In Region Cited For 'Delicious, Fresh Pasta In A Beautiful Space'
New Italian Restaurant In Region Cited For 'Delicious, Fresh Pasta In A Beautiful Space' A new restaurant in the region serving classic Italian fare with a side of rustic charm is already garnering rave reviews. Columbia County eatery Via Cassia opened in March 2024 in Hudson at 214 Warren Street, in the former Ca’Mea Restaurant space. Under the direction of seasoned restaurateur and chef Gaetano Arnone, Via Cassia has a mouthwatering menu of lunch and dinner options highlighting its housemade pasta.  Among them are the spaghetti with roasted garlic, calabrian chilis, and pecorino romano, and the rigatoni with braised pork and garlic breadcrumbs. Diners can also opt for …
Yorktown's Little Sorrento Offers Throwback Prices To Celebrate 35th Anniversary Yorktown's Little Sorrento Offers Throwback Prices To Celebrate 35th Anniversary
Yorktown's Little Sorrento Offers Throwback Prices To Celebrate 35th Anniversary A much-loved Italian restaurant in Northern Westchester celebrated its 35th anniversary by throwing it back to the late eighties.  Little Sorrento, located in Yorktown Heights at 3565 Crompond Rd. (Route 202) since 1989, celebrated its 35th year in business during an event held on Wednesday, April 3.  To celebrate the momentous occasion, the business, owned by the DePaterio family, offered traditional dishes at the prices they would have been offered in 1989.  This meant dishes like the Chicken Parmigiana Dinner and Large Pizza were $10.95 and $8.00, respectiv…
Rebranded Restaurant Celebrates 15th Anniversary In Mohegan Lake Rebranded Restaurant Celebrates 15th Anniversary In Mohegan Lake
Rebranded Restaurant Celebrates 15th Anniversary In Mohegan Lake A restaurant in Northern Westchester celebrating its 15th anniversary is rebranding under a new name.  Augie's Prime Cut, located in Mohegan Lake at 3436 Lexington Ave., has changed its name to "Augie's Prime Italian" and will be celebrating its 15th anniversary between Sunday, March 10, and Wednesday, March 13, the owners announced.  The idea to rebrand the eatery under a new name was prompted by a desire for change as the restaurant approached the milestone anniversary.  "Augie’s has always been about delivering exceptional dining experiences—and that’s exactly what we’ll continue to do …
Pasta La Vista: Italian Restaurant Chain Shutters NY Location After 19 Years Pasta La Vista: Italian Restaurant Chain Shutters NY Location After 19 Years
Pasta La Vista: Italian Restaurant Chain Shutters NY Location After 19 Years An Italian restaurant chain with locations across the country has closed several of its New York eateries. Carrabba’s Italian Grill shuttered its Albany County restaurant – located in Latham at 675 Troy Schenectady Road – on Friday, Feb. 23 after 19 years in operation. It was the company’s sole Capital Region location. The restaurant chain also closed its only Long Island locations, in Smithtown at 730 Smithtown Bypass, and in Central Islip at 20 North Research Place. A spokesperson for Carrabba’s parent company, Bloomin’ Brands, told Daily Voice the closures were a business decision that …
This Hudson Valley Eatery Named As One Of Best Restaurants In Suburbs By Forbes: Report This Hudson Valley Eatery Named As One Of Best Restaurants In Suburbs By Forbes: Report
This Hudson Valley Eatery Named As One Of Best Restaurants In Suburbs By Forbes: Report An Italian restaurant in Westchester with a classic diner setting has been named one of the best eateries in the suburbs in a new report by Forbes.  Trattoria Vivolo, located in Harrison at 301 Halstead Ave., was recognized as one of the "best Italian restaurants in the 'burbs" by Forbes in a report on Tuesday, Jan. 9. In its write-up, the outlet praised several of the restaurant's menu items, including the polenta con funghi, the Eggplant rollatine, as well as the baccalà.  Forbes also highlighted several of the restaurant's pasta dishes such as the lasagna al for…
New Hudson Valley Restaurant Serves Up Sandwiches Made With Pizza Dough New Hudson Valley Restaurant Serves Up Sandwiches Made With Pizza Dough
New Hudson Valley Restaurant Serves Up Sandwiches Made With Pizza Dough Open for a month, a hot new Italian gastropub in the Hudson Valley is quickly making a name for itself with foodies and online reviewers with plenty of five-star reviews. Spettro, (ghost in Italian) located in Dutchess County, is not your usual pizza joint. Nestled at 44 Lagrange Ave., in Poughkeepsie, visitors will know the difference the minute they walk in by the atmosphere of the restaurant, Sure they serve pizzas and sandwiches, but they also offer upscale pasta dishes for dinner and Sunday brunch. They are also quickly becoming known for their unique "pillowy-type" sandwiches called p…
Star-Studded Meal: Northern Westchester's Richard Gere Visits Michelin Bib Gourmand Eatery Star-Studded Meal: Northern Westchester's Richard Gere Visits Michelin Bib Gourmand Eatery
Star-Studded Meal: Northern Westchester's Richard Gere Visits Michelin Bib Gourmand Eatery A restaurant in Westchester that has already been added to the prestigious Michelin Bib Gourmand list now has another claim to fame following a visit from famed Hollywood actor and local resident Richard Gere.  Gere, a North Salem resident formerly of Pound Ridge, stopped by Maria Restaurant in New Rochelle at 11 Huguenot St. on Saturday, Dec. 9.  The restaurant's owner announced the visit in an Instagram post on Monday, Dec. 11.  Gere, age 74 and best known for roles in films such as "Pretty Woman," and "An Officer and a Gentleman," is reportedly looking to buy a Fairf…
'Lovely' Restaurant Inside 120-Year-Old Abbey In Peekskill Added To Michelin Guide 'Lovely' Restaurant Inside 120-Year-Old Abbey In Peekskill Added To Michelin Guide
'Lovely' Restaurant Inside 120-Year-Old Abbey In Peekskill Added To Michelin Guide A Mediterranian-inspired eatery in Northern Westchester built inside of a 120-year-old abbey has earned its place on the prestigious Michelin Guide. The Apropros Restaurant & Bar, located at the Abbey Inn in Peekskill at 900 Fort Hill Rd., is now an all-new addition to the Michelin Guide, which helps readers discover the best restaurants by listing establishments well-received by its reviewers. In its write-up, Michelin reviewers called the eatery a "lovely inn and restaurant."  "The grounds, and the views, are worth the trip alone but the wine cellar boasting an impressive collecti…
Popular Eatery To Open Second Location In Northern Westchester Popular Eatery To Open Second Location In Northern Westchester
Popular Eatery To Open Second Location In Northern Westchester A family-run restaurant in Northern Westchester known for its delicious, traditional Italian cuisine has announced that it will be opening a second location.  Chatterbox Restaurant & Bar, which already has a location in Pleasantville, will be opening a new location in Hawthorne at 58 Saw Mill River Rd. in Fall 2023, the restaurant announced on Sunday, July 2.  The Pleasantville eatery, run by the Pandolfo family and located at 75 Cooley St., is known for traditional Italian dishes like eggplant parmesan, chicken scarapriello, and Penne pasta served with homemade vodka sauce.  Addition…
Pie King: Owner Of NY Pizzeria Takes First Place At Pizza World Cup Pie King: Owner Of NY Pizzeria Takes First Place At Pizza World Cup
Pie King: Owner Of NY Pizzeria Takes First Place At Pizza World Cup A pizzeria owner in New York is riding high after bringing home the gold from the Pizza World Cup. Albany County’s Anthony Berghela, owner of Romo’s Pizza in Glenmont, took first place in the Traditional American Division at the World Pizza Championship in Naples, Italy on Wednesday, June 21. The largest pizza competition in Italy, the event features pizzaiolos (pizza makers) from over 20 countries who are judged on preparation, taste, bake, and presentation. “Congratulations to Anthony Berghela of Romo's Pizza and Restaurant, who brought home the Pizza World Cup to Albany County!” Count…
Hudson Valley's Own Jimmy Fallon Spotted At Popular Diner Hudson Valley's Own Jimmy Fallon Spotted At Popular Diner
Hudson Valley's Own Jimmy Fallon Spotted At Popular Diner Funnyman Jimmy Fallon was spotted at a popular Long Island restaurant. The Tonight Show host and SNL alum stopped by Glen Cove Diner in Glen Cove for dinner on Thursday, Jan. 26, the restaurant announced on Facebook. “It was an honor to serve Jimmy Fallon here at Glen Cove Diner tonight!” reads the post. “Hope you visit us again soon!” Accompanying the post is a picture of Fallon, age 48, smiling with restaurant employees. It was an honor to serve Jimmy Fallon here at Glen Cove Diner tonight! Hope you visit us again soon! Who can guess what... Posted by Glen Cove Diner and Cafe on Th…
Popular Area Deli Is Lone NY Eatery On Yelp's Brand-New 2023 Top 100 US Restaurants List Popular Area Deli Is Lone NY Eatery On Yelp's Brand-New 2023 Top 100 US Restaurants List
Popular Area Deli Is Lone NY Eatery On Yelp's Brand-New 2023 Top 100 US Restaurants List A popular deli in the Hudson Valley is the lone New York eatery to make Yelp's brand-new 2023 Top 100 US Restaurants list. Dutchess County staple Rossi & Sons Rosticceria Deli, located in Poughkeepsie, is among this year’s most popular and highly rated restaurants, according to Yelp users. Rossi's was cited by Yelp for "exemplary meats on fresh-baked breads." "But it’s not just about sandwiches," Yelp says. "The deli offers authentic Italian entrees like Chicken Parmigiana, meatballs, chicken marsala, and lasagne bolognese, alongside soup and a cadre of salads." Established in 19…
Falling Building Chunks Force Restaurant To Close Temporarily In Peekskill Falling Building Chunks Force Restaurant To Close Temporarily In Peekskill
Falling Building Chunks Force Restaurant To Close Temporarily In Peekskill A restaurant in Northern Westchester was forced to temporarily close after pieces of the building's front facade fell down on the street, causing a safety hazard.  Rocco's Downtown, an Italian eatery in Peekskill at 23 South Division St., will close while repairs are conducted on the building's front face, which started falling apart just before New Year's Eve, the business's owners announced on Wednesday, Jan. 4.  After pieces of the building started falling on the street, Peekskill Fire Department members got on a ladder and knocked down the remaining loose pieces. The sidewalk …
Popular Italian Restaurant Closes After 27-Year Run In Heart Of Westchester Popular Italian Restaurant Closes After 27-Year Run In Heart Of Westchester
Popular Italian Restaurant Closes After 27-Year Run In Heart Of Westchester A well-known Italian restaurant that has provided a spot for families to gather for 27 years has permanently closed.  Graziella's Italian Bistro, located in White Plains at 99 Church St., served meals to visitors for the last time on Saturday, Dec. 31, the owners announced on the restaurant's website.  The business was forced to close because the building that houses it was sold after the restaurant's lease ended, owner Gracie DiFeo said.  "We want to take the time to thank all our wonderful guests and employees for supporting us through the years. We are extremely humbled t…
This Italian Restaurant Serves Best Calamari In NY, Report Says This Italian Restaurant Serves Best Calamari In NY, Report Says
This Italian Restaurant Serves Best Calamari In NY, Report Says An Italian restaurant in New York that is known for its large, family-style portions serves the best calamari in the state, according to a new ranking from Eat This, Not That. Carmine's Italian Restaurant's Times Square location in New York City was named to the website's list of the best fried calamari in each state. The ranking was published on Friday, Nov. 18. The website shouted out the restaurant's spicy marinara sauce that is offered with the appetizer. Carmine's also has several other locations, including one on the Upper West Side and one in Atlantic City, New Jersey. Read th…
Popular Italian Restaurant In Hudson Valley Announces Date For Closure Popular Italian Restaurant In Hudson Valley Announces Date For Closure
Popular Italian Restaurant In Hudson Valley Announces Date For Closure The owner of a longtime Hudson Valley restaurant has announced the last date the eatery will be open for business. Marcello’s Ristorante, an Italian restaurant located in Suffern in Rockland County, will have its last official day with its regular menu on Saturday, Dec. 31, Chef Marcello Russodivito announced. 29 DAYS TO LAST OFFICIAL SERVICE AT MARCELLO'S One of my favored video recipe for each day. December 31 is the LAST... Posted by Marcello’s Ristorante on Saturday, December 3, 2022 Russodivito said he is retiring from the restaurant business and plans to focus on other project…
New Hudson Valley Restaurant Drawing Rave Reviews For 'Spectacular' Food, Large Portions New Hudson Valley Restaurant Drawing Rave Reviews For 'Spectacular' Food, Large Portions
New Hudson Valley Restaurant Drawing Rave Reviews For 'Spectacular' Food, Large Portions Opened just three months, a new Hudson Valley restaurant is winning raves from online reviewers. In Rockland County, Dolce Vita, located in Nyack, offers diners everything from a raw bar to lamb chops and handmade pasta.  Before we go into the particulars, here's what one Yelper had to say: "We had the most delicious meat at the new Dolce Vita. I had the half rack of lamb chops. Tender and flavorful. Even the appetizer was outrageous, sizzling shrimp! They gave a large portion of food. I was so stuffed we didn't eat dessert but it looked amazing!!! Can't wait to come back! The wait st…
New Deli In Hudson Valley Blends Italian, Ecuadorian Influences New Deli In Hudson Valley Blends Italian, Ecuadorian Influences
New Deli In Hudson Valley Blends Italian, Ecuadorian Influences A newly-opened family-owned deli in Westchester County combines both Italian and Ecuadorian backgrounds.  On Monday, Oct. 24, the Snap Stop Food Bar, located in Yonkers at 19 Main Street, celebrated its grand opening, according to a Facebook post from the deli.  The deli is owned by a couple with both Italian and Ecuadorian heritage and sells items like grilled chicken, Italian sandwiches, fresh salads, and various desserts, the owners said in a video produced by the city of Yonkers.  The deli also sells candies from the 1950s, 1960s, and 1970s, in addition to food and drink…
Popular Area Restaurant Has New Ownership Popular Area Restaurant Has New Ownership
Popular Area Restaurant Has New Ownership This story has been updated and corrected. An earlier version of this report stated the restaurant had permanently closed. A longtime Northern Westchester restaurant, known for its gourmet pizzas and classic Italian dishes, has had a change of ownership. Sette e Venti by Gianfranco's, located at 720 Bedford Road (Route 117) in Bedford Hills, had its last day in business under the Belli Family on Thursday, Aug. 18, the former owners announced in an Instagram post on Thursday, Aug. 25. "After a Great 30 year run, last Thursday, August 18th was our last day serving the community," the an…
This NY Restaurant Ranks Among Top 10 In Nation For Best Pizza This NY Restaurant Ranks Among Top 10 In Nation For Best Pizza
This NY Restaurant Ranks Among Top 10 In Nation For Best Pizza It's saying a lot to name a restaurant one of the top pizza locations in the country, but a review of pizzeria nationwide landed a New York hot spot in the top 10. In a survey by Gayot - The Guide to the Good Life, Tavola, located in the Hell's Kitchen section of Manhattan, landed at number 10 with a score of 14 out of a possible top of 20 ratings.  Owned by chef Nicola Accardi, a New Yorker who grew up in Italy, the restaurant pays tribute to his family's roots. Located in the former home of Manganaro Grosseria Italiana, a historic grocery store that was one of the first olive o…
Brand-New Pizzeria Open For Business In Area Brand-New Pizzeria Open For Business In Area
Brand-New Pizzeria Open For Business In Area Pizza lovers in the Hudson Valley just hit the jackpot with the opening of a new pizza restaurant that specializes in brick oven and artisan pies. The new restaurant is Tesoro Ristorante and Pizzeria, located in Orange County at 1795 Route 32 in New Windsor. The artisan pizzas are the real deal with such favorites as the Crema De Carciofi smothered in artichokes, fresh basil, mozzarella, creamy sauce, and red pepper flakes; and the Italiana that includes plenty of cherry tomatoes, arugula, prosciutto, shaved Parmigiano in homemade seasoned pizza sauce. Tesoro Ristorante and Pizzeria of…
Husband-Wife Tandem Of Ex-College Basketball Coach, News Anchor Operating Two NY Eateries Husband-Wife Tandem Of Ex-College Basketball Coach, News Anchor Operating Two NY Eateries
Husband-Wife Tandem Of Ex-College Basketball Coach, News Anchor Operating Two NY Eateries A background in television broadcasting isn’t typical of most restaurateurs, but it doesn’t seem to be hurting New York husband and wife team, Mo Cassara and Elisa DiStefano. In May 2022, the couple celebrated the reopening of their freshly-renovated restaurant on Long Island, The Point Bar & Grill, located in Point Lookout. It’s just three blocks away from their other eatery, MO’NELISA Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria, which they opened in 2016. Diners will no doubt recognize Cassara, a former Hofstra University basketball coach turned analyst for CBS Sports Network and ESPN. DiStef…
'Hard To Say Goodbye': Restaurant Closes After 71-Year Run In Area 'Hard To Say Goodbye': Restaurant Closes After 71-Year Run In Area
'Hard To Say Goodbye': Restaurant Closes After 71-Year Run In Area A beloved Italian restaurant in the Hudson Valley is closing after 71 years in business. In Orange County, the owners of Tony Boffa’s Restaurant, located in Middletown, announced that they are retiring and the eatery’s last day in business will be Sunday, Aug. 21. “We were hoping that someone would take over the family business and continue operating under Tony Boffa’s, but unfortunately that will not happen,” reads a post on the restaurant’s Facebook page. The owners went on to say that the restaurant has been their pride and joy and that none of their success would have been possible wi…
Popular Mahopac Pizzeria Hailed For 'Huge' Slices, Fresh Ingredients Popular Mahopac Pizzeria Hailed For 'Huge' Slices, Fresh Ingredients
Popular Mahopac Pizzeria Hailed For 'Huge' Slices, Fresh Ingredients An Italian restaurant in the area has become known for its huge slices, tasty main dishes, and super fresh ingredients. Putnam County staple Benevenuto Pizza in Mahopac constantly garners five-star reviews from online reviews and foodies for not only the size of the dishes and pizza but also for the friendly service and the quality of ingredients. The owners of the restaurant are also very community involved and give back as much as possible. But on to the food. Open since 2009, Benvenuto specializes in all types of standard and gourmet pizza, as well as high-quality Italian cuisine - ins…
Acclaimed Italian Eatery Near Westchester/Fairfield County Border Draws Diners From Near, Far Acclaimed Italian Eatery Near Westchester/Fairfield County Border Draws Diners From Near, Far
Acclaimed Italian Eatery Near Westchester/Fairfield County Border Draws Diners From Near, Far A popular Italian restaurant located near the border of Westchester and Fairfield counties has drawn praise from guests from near and far. Pasquale Ristorante is located in Port Chester at 2 Putnam Ave. The eatery offers a wide selection of pasta dishes, from gnocchi bolognese to linguine made with shrimp and calamari. Other entrées include broiled filet of salmon, lamb chops, and scallops made with garlic and lemon. Some online reviewers have praised specific starters and dinner dishes that restaurant offers. "Had dinner with friends here," Amy P., of White Plains said in a Yelp review.…
Popular Hudson Valley Italian Restaurant Draws Praise For Tasty Entrees, Family Feel Popular Hudson Valley Italian Restaurant Draws Praise For Tasty Entrees, Family Feel
Popular Hudson Valley Italian Restaurant Draws Praise For Tasty Entrees, Family Feel Italian restaurant fans looking for a new spot to enjoy a big dish of pasta should consider one Hudson Valley restaurant that is known for not only its food but its friendly service that is meant to make you feel like part of the family. Rockland County's La Terrazza in New City is well-known but worth a second look for its excellent food as well as the family feel of the dining experience. Known for its pasta. -- think lobster ravioli -- steaks and seafood, the restaurant is a favorite with locals. "I've been going to that restaurant for a long time and always felt as part of the family.…
It's Opening Day For New Restaurant In Area It's Opening Day For New Restaurant In Area
It's Opening Day For New Restaurant In Area A new restaurant is set to throw open its doors in the Hudson Valley. The International Buffet & Grill, in Dutchess County, opens on Tuesday, Dec. 7, at 2355 South Road in the town of Poughkeepsie, taking the place of a Golden Corral that shuttered during the COVID-19 pandemic. Not a lot is known about the new restaurant except it serves a variety of international food including American, Mexican, Italian, and Dominican, the restaurant said on Facebook. Some choices on the buffet will include pizza, chicken rotisserie, desserts, and a chocolate fountain. The restaurant…
Restaurant Focusing On Coastal Italian Cuisine To Open In Area Restaurant Focusing On Coastal Italian Cuisine To Open In Area
Restaurant Focusing On Coastal Italian Cuisine To Open In Area A new restaurant that focuses on coastal Italian cuisine made with local ingredients is set to open its doors in the Hudson Valley in the coming weeks. Primo Waterfront is preparing to host its official grand opening in Orange County sometime in November, according to owner Jesse Camac, who also is a co-created Heritage Food + Drink in Wappingers Falls. The restaurant is located at 50 Front St. in the City of Newburgh. Camac said the restaurant's menu will take a different approach compared to the Italian cuisine served in the area, as it will focus mainly on seafood and lighter pasta dish…
Somers Italian Restaurant Cited For Generous Portions, Family Ambiance Somers Italian Restaurant Cited For Generous Portions, Family Ambiance
Somers Italian Restaurant Cited For Generous Portions, Family Ambiance A family-owned Northern Westchester restaurant may be the next place to check out for those who love Italian cuisine.  Mamma Rosa Ristorante is located at 252 Route 100 in Somers. Owner and Executive Chef Fortunato Multari opened the eatery in October of 2011. Guests can choose from a variety of pasta dishes, such as gnocchi bolognese and lobster ravioli.  The restaurant also offers Chicken Francese, Chicken Piccata, Shrimp Scampi and more. Check out the full menu on the restaurant's website. Some online reviewers have praised the restaurant for its portion…
Shrub Oak Restaurant Offers A Tasty Burger, Pizza, Pasta Options Shrub Oak Restaurant Offers A Tasty Burger, Pizza, Pasta Options
Shrub Oak Restaurant Offers A Tasty Burger, Pizza, Pasta Options For those looking for a true Italian experience with woodburning pizza and homemade pasta dishes, a visit to 901 Wood Burning Kitchen in Northern Westchester is sure to please. Yelpers love 901 and the restaurant, located in Shrub Oak, continually is given four-star reviews for its pizza, wings, yep, wings, the 901 burger, and pasta. One Yelper put it this way: "Hands down the best local pizza place! There are so many fantastic options, and it really stands out against all the other run of the mill pizzerias (and we have DOZENS within a 5 mile radius)." The options are not your run-of-the…
Popular Westchester Restaurant Announces Closure Popular Westchester Restaurant Announces Closure
Popular Westchester Restaurant Announces Closure After 22 years in business, a popular Westchester restaurant is closing its doors due to the loss of its lease. Sunset Cove Restaurant, known for its classic Italian fare and scenic location overlooking the Hudson River and new Tappan Zee Bridge in Tarrytown, announced on Sunday, Feb. 28 it was closing its door for good. "It is with heavy hearts that Sunset Cove Restaurant has permanently closed in Tarrytown," owners Tommy Calandrucci and Gianni Piccolino said. "As a member of the Tarrytown community since 1997, we have been dedicated to providing the best service and food on the Huds…