Julie & Anthony
Local Spots and NYC things to do
Old Westbury Gardens
*8 minute drive from hotel Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Old Westbury Gardens welcomes visitors of all ages for guided tours of Westbury House, in-depth tours of the formal garden and events. Take photos in a beautiful setting and learn about local horticulture. Tickets needed for tours.
Cooper Bluff - Waterfront Bar
Weather permitting, this is a great place for some lobster rolls and frozen drinks. They usually have live music with a beautiful view of the marina. - 18 minute drive from Viana Hotel and Spa
Walls Wharf Restaurant
VACATION VIBES A 20 minute drive or taxi from the hotel. Panoramic views of the Sound draw fans to this upscale seafood venue with beachfront seating. If you'd like a romantic atmosphere, great seafood, a beautiful sunset and vacation vibes closer to your hotel then this is the place for you. Have dinner with your feet in the sand. They don't take reservations so keep that in mind!
The Bagel Shop
*9 minute drive from Viana Hotel
The Buoy Bar Waterfront Grill
*23 minutes from the Viana Hotel Frozen drinks, beers & cocktails by the water A great place, to relax and unwind, with your feet in the sand. Our casual menu features dishes ranging from lobster sliders and coconut shrimp, to a crisp caesar salad and buffalo wings.
Del Vino Vineyards
SERIOUS VACATION VIBES AHEAD *38 minute drive from hotel Make a reservation on opentable.com. Reservations open 60 days ahead! So stay on top of it for your date. Explore Northport or just visit Del Vino for some tapas, pizza, frose, and craft beer on tap and of course wine! Del Vino Vineyards is located less than 2 miles from the base of Main Street. On Main Street, shops, restaurants, antique stores, a theater and offices fill early 20th-century commercial buildings along lively sidewalks.
Pizza / Italian Near Hotel
Mama Theresa's- * 4 Minute Drive from Viana Hotel Toskana Pizzeria and Restaurant - * 8 minute drive from Viana Hotel
Umberto's Pizzeria & Buttercooky
*20 minutes from Hotel One of our favorite pizza places for a lovely casual Italian meal. Then drive just down the road to Buttercooky (Floral Park) for some coffee and every dessert you could possibly imagine.
NY Trapeze School
We had the time of our lives at NY Trapeze school. If you are looking for a bit of an adventure a la Carrie Bradshaw in Sex and The City.. then try out a day of Trapeze!
Domino Park and Jajaja Mexican Restaurant
Open for lunch and dinner, this is a (ehem Vegan Mexican) restaurant, but you'd never know if we didn't tell you! Make an afternoon and evening of it eat where the cool kids hang out for a delicious meal and cocktails. Drive 5 minutes or take an uber to Domino Park for gorgeous views and kid-friendly activities before or after at Domino Park. Domino Park spreads along the waterfront just north of the Williamsburg Bridge. An elevated walkway offers views of the surrounding area and across the river to Manhattan. Two water features help you cool off, good if the kids have been running around in the factory-inspired playground. There's also a taco stand from Danny Meyer, a brewery, courts for sand volleyball and bocce and more!
Visit Central Park
The location of our engagement shoot! There are endless things to do in Central Park, take horse drawn carriage ride, ride the carousel, grab a pretzel, ice cream, coffee from Ralph's coffee at Ralph Lauren (another location from our engagement shoot). Be sure to make a plan as the park is huge and you should have an idea of what you'd like out of your experience especially if you have kids with you! Restaurant Ideas near the park: Shun Lee: Traditional High end Chinese Food 43 W 65th Street, New York Contento: Peruvian (blocks from the most Northern Part of the Park). Be aware it is located in East Harlem 88 E 111th St, New York, NY 10029 Shake Shack at Columbus Ave. and W. 77th St - Delicious burgers and custard Jacob's Pickles - 509 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY - Southern Style Food and Cocktails! Just pick a random spot, if it survived 2020 it will likely be very good!
Eataly (Flatiron)
Eataly NYC Flatiron is a vibrant Italian marketplace that features an array of cafes, counters, restaurants, and a cooking school. Eat, shop, and learn. We love Eataly!! It's an experience, whether you just want to walk around, grab a casual lunch, taste fresh cheeses, breads, wines, or have a more formal meal.. Eataly has it all.