The Bronx House
Neighborhoods
Arthur Avenue | Little Italy in the Bronx, New York. Ask any New Yorker about Arthur Avenue in the Bronx and you get either puzzlement or a flood of loving sentiment about the real Little Italy of New York, the best place for bread, pasta, meat, pastries,espresso machines, the only place to buy Italian sausage, and more. The paradox is real: Many New Yorkers never heard of the place, while for others it’s home away from home … although it is often a well-kept secret.
We’re describing the Belmont section of the Bronx. Whether you call it Belmont, Little Italy of the Bronx or Arthur Avenue, the neighborhood beats its other rivals in the sheer number of establishments offering fine Italian-American foods, dining, house wares and other goods. The quality and values are tops – a recent ranking confirmed once again by critics like the Zagat Survey whose readers repeatedly give “Best Buy” status to more Arthur Avenue shops than any other neighborhood in New York City.
Tradition
Generations of Italian families have given the area a special small-town character unique for an urban setting, at the same time establishing traditions that permeate the neighborhood like the sweet smell of sausage and peppers. Among the notables born and raised here are actor Chazz Palminteri, author Don DiLillo and rock star Dion DiMucci, whose group, Dion and the Belmonts, is named after a local street (Belmont Avenue). Joe Pesci began his acting career after being discovered by Robert DeNiro at a local neighborhood restaurant, where Pesci worked as the maitre’d.
Today the tradition continues with grandchildren and great-grandchildren remaining on Arthur Avenue, or returning here, to own and manage business begun by their immigrant ancestors. “Nearly every shop on Arthur Avenue is already some sort of institution,” as one writer put it. The vast array of markets, butchers, pasta and pastry shops is supported not only by long-time area residents but also their relatives and children from far and wide, who regularly return for the tastes and memories.
Others who return again and again are celebrities and other notables who, seeking relief from the Manhattan publicity spotlight, find the friendly, small-town atmosphere of Arthur Avenue to be the perfect getaway for a relaxing dinner or weekend stroll. Frank Sinatra and “the Rat Pack” once headlined a list that today includes folks like Clint Eastwood, Liza Minelli, Cher, Joe Pesci and Tony LoBianco.
Arthur Avenue Retail Market
Mayor Fiorello LaGuardia spear-headed one of the neighborhood’s most beloved attractions, the Arthur Avenue Retail Market – a kind of covered Italian bazaar that brings together under one roof all the shopping also found on nearby streets, from sausage makers to bread bakers, cafe’s to florists. The variety is truly staggering – all told some nine restaurants, five pastry shops, four butchers, two pasta-makers, six bread stores, three pork stores, five gourmet delicatessens, two fish markets, three gourmet coffee shops and one gourmet Italian wind shop – to list only the food category. And then there are the gift and house ware shops.
But of course you don’t have to be Italian to enjoy the Little Italy of the Bronx. License plates from all around the Tri-state area, and as far away as Vermont and Pennsylvania, attest to the thriving tourist market. Driving in via several easy-access routes that connect Arthur Avenue to “the outside world,” visitors find easy parking in a safe, secure environment where they can spend a whole Saturday shopping, eating and shopping again – often in connection with a visit to nearby Yankee Stadium, the Bronx Zoo or the New York Botanical Garden.
Dining
Most of all, it;s probably the dining experience that every year delights Arthur Avenue’s many visitors. Were else can you find such a wealth and breadth of fine Italian cuisine within a short walk through the neighborhood. As one food critic put it recently, “The restaurants of Arthur Avenue make Mulberry Street’s look like stepchildren of the Olive Garden.”
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Little Italy
Arthur Avenue | Little Italy in the Bronx, New York. Ask any New Yorker about Arthur Avenue in the Bronx and you get either puzzlement or a flood of loving sentiment about the real Little Italy of New York, the best place for bread, pasta, meat, pastries,espresso machines, the only place to buy Italian sausage, and more. The paradox is real: Many New Yorkers never heard of the place, while for others it’s home away from home … although it is often a well-kept secret.
We’re describing the Belmont section of the Bronx. Whether you call it Belmont, Little Italy of the Bronx or Arthur Avenue, the neighborhood beats its other rivals in the sheer number of establishments offering fine Italian-American foods, dining, house wares and other goods. The quality and values are tops – a recent ranking confirmed once again by critics like the Zagat Survey whose readers repeatedly give “Best Buy” status to more Arthur Avenue shops than any other neighborhood in New York City.
Tradition
Generations of Italian families have given the area a special small-town character unique for an urban setting, at the same time establishing traditions that permeate the neighborhood like the sweet smell of sausage and peppers. Among the notables born and raised here are actor Chazz Palminteri, author Don DiLillo and rock star Dion DiMucci, whose group, Dion and the Belmonts, is named after a local street (Belmont Avenue). Joe Pesci began his acting career after being discovered by Robert DeNiro at a local neighborhood restaurant, where Pesci worked as the maitre’d.
Today the tradition continues with grandchildren and great-grandchildren remaining on Arthur Avenue, or returning here, to own and manage business begun by their immigrant ancestors. “Nearly every shop on Arthur Avenue is already some sort of institution,” as one writer put it. The vast array of markets, butchers, pasta and pastry shops is supported not only by long-time area residents but also their relatives and children from far and wide, who regularly return for the tastes and memories.
Others who return again and again are celebrities and other notables who, seeking relief from the Manhattan publicity spotlight, find the friendly, small-town atmosphere of Arthur Avenue to be the perfect getaway for a relaxing dinner or weekend stroll. Frank Sinatra and “the Rat Pack” once headlined a list that today includes folks like Clint Eastwood, Liza Minelli, Cher, Joe Pesci and Tony LoBianco.
Arthur Avenue Retail Market
Mayor Fiorello LaGuardia spear-headed one of the neighborhood’s most beloved attractions, the Arthur Avenue Retail Market – a kind of covered Italian bazaar that brings together under one roof all the shopping also found on nearby streets, from sausage makers to bread bakers, cafe’s to florists. The variety is truly staggering – all told some nine restaurants, five pastry shops, four butchers, two pasta-makers, six bread stores, three pork stores, five gourmet delicatessens, two fish markets, three gourmet coffee shops and one gourmet Italian wind shop – to list only the food category. And then there are the gift and house ware shops.
But of course you don’t have to be Italian to enjoy the Little Italy of the Bronx. License plates from all around the Tri-state area, and as far away as Vermont and Pennsylvania, attest to the thriving tourist market. Driving in via several easy-access routes that connect Arthur Avenue to “the outside world,” visitors find easy parking in a safe, secure environment where they can spend a whole Saturday shopping, eating and shopping again – often in connection with a visit to nearby Yankee Stadium, the Bronx Zoo or the New York Botanical Garden.
Dining
Most of all, it;s probably the dining experience that every year delights Arthur Avenue’s many visitors. Were else can you find such a wealth and breadth of fine Italian cuisine within a short walk through the neighborhood. As one food critic put it recently, “The restaurants of Arthur Avenue make Mulberry Street’s look like stepchildren of the Olive Garden.”
Visit the world Famous Coney Island where every July Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating contest takes place. Visit the NYC Aquarium.
Coney Island Avenue
Coney Island AvenueVisit the world Famous Coney Island where every July Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating contest takes place. Visit the NYC Aquarium.
Entertainment
A world of entertainment awaits audiences at the Lehman Center for the Performing Arts, located on the Lehman College campus, part of the City University of New York, near Van Cortlandt Park. Since 1980, the Lehman Center has been presenting performances from around the world in its 2,300-seat concert hall. World Class Music, Dance, Theater and Family Shows. https://www.lehmancenter.org/
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Lehman Center for the Performing Arts
250 Bedford Park Blvd WA world of entertainment awaits audiences at the Lehman Center for the Performing Arts, located on the Lehman College campus, part of the City University of New York, near Van Cortlandt Park. Since 1980, the Lehman Center has been presenting performances from around the world in its 2,300-seat concert hall. World Class Music, Dance, Theater and Family Shows. https://www.lehmancenter.org/
The Bronx Zoo is one of the largest zoos in the United States by area, comprising 265 acres (107 ha) of park lands and naturalistic habitats separated by the Bronx River. On average, the zoo has 2.15 million visitors each year as of 2009. A must see and local favorite. This year (2019) the Bronx Zoo has brought back its holiday light show for the season.
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Bronx Zoo
2300 Southern BlvdThe Bronx Zoo is one of the largest zoos in the United States by area, comprising 265 acres (107 ha) of park lands and naturalistic habitats separated by the Bronx River. On average, the zoo has 2.15 million visitors each year as of 2009. A must see and local favorite. This year (2019) the Bronx Zoo has brought back its holiday light show for the season.
Yankee Stadium Home to The Bronx Bombers World Champions totaling 27 Championships. Internationally known and a must see if your in the Bronx.
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Yankee Stadium
1 East 161 StreetYankee Stadium Home to The Bronx Bombers World Champions totaling 27 Championships. Internationally known and a must see if your in the Bronx.
Enjoy shopping, Nickalodeon indoor water park and more.
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Nickelodeon Universe
1 American Dream WyEnjoy shopping, Nickalodeon indoor water park and more.
Lots of shopping, Lego Land, Apple Store, Sky Amusement Park and More.
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Ridge Hill
1 Ridge Hill BoulevardLots of shopping, Lego Land, Apple Store, Sky Amusement Park and More.
Excellent place for drinks, good atmosphere and entertainment. I cant say too much about the food not a fan.
Jekyll and Hyde Restaurant
91 7th Ave SExcellent place for drinks, good atmosphere and entertainment. I cant say too much about the food not a fan.
Van Cortlandt Park
Cortlandt Park SouthNice park to run trails, play sports and golf course.
Playland Park
1 Playland PkwyAmusement Park. Rye Playland Park.
NYC Transit Museum with several restored subway carts and deserted subway stations.
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New York Transit Museum
89 E 42nd StNYC Transit Museum with several restored subway carts and deserted subway stations.
The New York Expo Center
1110 Oak Point AveSightseeing
The newest hot filming location-turned-tourist-destination is in Highbridge, the Bronx — the gritty stairway featured in the DC blockbuster “Joker.”
The steps Joaquin Phoenix menacingly dances down are attracting hordes of fans looking for their own creepy clown moment. There are over 600 posts on Instagram with the #Jokerstairs. The steps, which join Shakespeare and Anderson Avenues and run along West 167 Street, are officially called “Joker Stairs” and listed at 1165 Shakespeare Ave. in the photo sharing app.
In many of the pictures, people are dancing on the steps aping Joker’s deranged jig, while some are in full costume, like the one Instagrammer Erik Summers posted on the photo sharing app. It’s become so popular, you’ll have to wait your turn to get your ‘gram, TimeOut.com reports.
1170 Shakespeare Ave
The newest hot filming location-turned-tourist-destination is in Highbridge, the Bronx — the gritty stairway featured in the DC blockbuster “Joker.”
The steps Joaquin Phoenix menacingly dances down are attracting hordes of fans looking for their own creepy clown moment. There are over 600 posts on Instagram with the #Jokerstairs. The steps, which join Shakespeare and Anderson Avenues and run along West 167 Street, are officially called “Joker Stairs” and listed at 1165 Shakespeare Ave. in the photo sharing app.
In many of the pictures, people are dancing on the steps aping Joker’s deranged jig, while some are in full costume, like the one Instagrammer Erik Summers posted on the photo sharing app. It’s become so popular, you’ll have to wait your turn to get your ‘gram, TimeOut.com reports.
The Edgar Allan Poe Cottage (or Poe Cottage) is the former home of American writer Edgar Allan Poe. It is located on Kingsbridge Road and the Grand Concourse in the Fordham neighborhood of the Bronx. A short distance from its original location, and is now in the northern part of Poe Park.
The cottage is a part of the Historic House Trust, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, has been administered by the Bronx County Historical Society since 1975 and was built in 1797.
VISITING EDGAR ALLAN POE COTTAGE
PUBLIC HOURS
Thursday & Friday 10AM – 3PM
Saturday 10AM – 4PM
Sunday 1PM – 5PM
GROUP TOURS
Group and school tours can be booked Monday through Sunday, but are by appointment only. For information on educational offerings for your school, homeschool or after-school program, please visit the education page of this website. For more information on private group tours please email education@bronxhistoricalsociety.org
ADMISSION
$5 per adult, $3 for students, children and seniors
DIRECTIONS
Take the D train to Kingsbridge Road in The Bronx. Poe Park is right outside the station.
Take the train 4 to Kingsbridge Road in The Bronx. Walk east to Grand Concourse. The cottage is located across the boulevard, on the right.
Use Bronx bus lines #1, #2, #9, #22, #28, #34
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The Edgar Allan Poe Cottage
2640 Grand ConcourseThe Edgar Allan Poe Cottage (or Poe Cottage) is the former home of American writer Edgar Allan Poe. It is located on Kingsbridge Road and the Grand Concourse in the Fordham neighborhood of the Bronx. A short distance from its original location, and is now in the northern part of Poe Park.
The cottage is a part of the Historic House Trust, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, has been administered by the Bronx County Historical Society since 1975 and was built in 1797.
VISITING EDGAR ALLAN POE COTTAGE
PUBLIC HOURS
Thursday & Friday 10AM – 3PM
Saturday 10AM – 4PM
Sunday 1PM – 5PM
GROUP TOURS
Group and school tours can be booked Monday through Sunday, but are by appointment only. For information on educational offerings for your school, homeschool or after-school program, please visit the education page of this website. For more information on private group tours please email education@bronxhistoricalsociety.org
ADMISSION
$5 per adult, $3 for students, children and seniors
DIRECTIONS
Take the D train to Kingsbridge Road in The Bronx. Poe Park is right outside the station.
Take the train 4 to Kingsbridge Road in The Bronx. Walk east to Grand Concourse. The cottage is located across the boulevard, on the right.
Use Bronx bus lines #1, #2, #9, #22, #28, #34
Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto is a great place to reflect and say a prayer. Located at St. Lucy Church it is a local gem and favorite. During the holiday season they also have a colossal nativity scene among others.
Address:
831 Mace Ave, The Bronx, NY 10467
Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto at St. Lucy's Church
831 Mace AveOur Lady of Lourdes Grotto is a great place to reflect and say a prayer. Located at St. Lucy Church it is a local gem and favorite. During the holiday season they also have a colossal nativity scene among others.
Address:
831 Mace Ave, The Bronx, NY 10467
Big Pun Mural
910 Rogers PlBig Pun Mural.
Best View in NYC an absolute must over any other sky scraper.
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Top of the Rock
30 Rockefeller PlazaBest View in NYC an absolute must over any other sky scraper.
Walk-through underwater experience with life-like animations of humpback whales, squid & sea lions.
National Geographic Encounter
226 West 44th StreetWalk-through underwater experience with life-like animations of humpback whales, squid & sea lions.
Awesome park, beach and pier for fishing. During the 4th of July the have Fireworks and a fair.
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Harbor Island Park
60-98 Harbor Island ParkAwesome park, beach and pier for fishing. During the 4th of July the have Fireworks and a fair.
Orchard Beach
Local Bronx Beach.
Bear Mountain State Park
Bear Mountain State Park. Best Views.
Belvedere Castle
The High Bridge (originally the Aqueduct Bridge) is the oldest bridge in New York City, having originally opened as part of the Croton Aqueduct in 1848 and reopened as a pedestrian walkway in 2015 after being closed for over 45 years. It connects the New York City boroughs of the Bronx and Manhattan.
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Highbridge
The High Bridge (originally the Aqueduct Bridge) is the oldest bridge in New York City, having originally opened as part of the Croton Aqueduct in 1848 and reopened as a pedestrian walkway in 2015 after being closed for over 45 years. It connects the New York City boroughs of the Bronx and Manhattan.
The High Line is a 1.45-mile-long (2.33 km) elevated linear park, greenway and rail trail created on a former New York Central Railroad spur on the west side of Manhattan in New York City.
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High Line
High LineThe High Line is a 1.45-mile-long (2.33 km) elevated linear park, greenway and rail trail created on a former New York Central Railroad spur on the west side of Manhattan in New York City.
The Staten Island Ferry is an attraction unto itself. It is FREE and visitors can take a 25-minute voyage by water from Lower Manhattan to Staten Island and take in the Statue of Liberty and the stunning vistas of New York Harbor and the Manhattan skyline. The ferry docks at the St. George Ferry Terminal, just a short bus ride from the Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden.
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Staten Island Ferry
Staten Island FerryThe Staten Island Ferry is an attraction unto itself. It is FREE and visitors can take a 25-minute voyage by water from Lower Manhattan to Staten Island and take in the Statue of Liberty and the stunning vistas of New York Harbor and the Manhattan skyline. The ferry docks at the St. George Ferry Terminal, just a short bus ride from the Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden.
Food scene
Best Seafood in NYC City Island is renowned for its amazing water views and great seafood right here in The Bronx. Some local favorites are Tony's Pier, Johnny's Reef, The Original Crab Shanty and City Island Lobster House. This is a must for any seafood lover.
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City Island Diner
304 City Island AveBest Seafood in NYC City Island is renowned for its amazing water views and great seafood right here in The Bronx. Some local favorites are Tony's Pier, Johnny's Reef, The Original Crab Shanty and City Island Lobster House. This is a must for any seafood lover.
PATRICIA'S OF TREMONT best Italian home style cuisine in NYC. If you are in the Bronx and enjoy Italian food this is a must.
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Patricia's Pizza of Tremont
3883 E Tremont AvePATRICIA'S OF TREMONT best Italian home style cuisine in NYC. If you are in the Bronx and enjoy Italian food this is a must.
Colombian House
585 Main StBest Colombian Food in Town.
Little Mexican Cafe
581 Main StExcellent Mexican Cuisine.
Taqueria Tlaxcalli
2103 Starling AveBest Mexican Tacos in NYC.
The Biggiest, Colossal, Best NYC Pizza Slices anywhere. This is a must if your in The Bronx and a local favorite.
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Nick's
1356 E Gun Hill RdThe Biggiest, Colossal, Best NYC Pizza Slices anywhere. This is a must if your in The Bronx and a local favorite.
Genuine Puerto Rican Cuisine. Boriqua wepa. Chicharron, Lechon, Pernil, Arroz con Gandules and more.
El Nuevo Bohío Tropical
20 Westchester SquareGenuine Puerto Rican Cuisine. Boriqua wepa. Chicharron, Lechon, Pernil, Arroz con Gandules and more.
Sam's
598 Grand ConcourseBest Soul Food in NYC.
Emilio's of Morris Park
1051 Morris Park AvenueBest Chicken Vodka Pizza in NYC.
The Original Crab Shanty
361 City Island AveGreat Seafood in City Island.
24 hours fried foods and Latin cuisine. Chicharon, Pastelillos, Empanadas, Alcapurria, Papa Rellena, Coco Juice and alot more.
188 Bakery Cuchifritos
158 E 188th St24 hours fried foods and Latin cuisine. Chicharon, Pastelillos, Empanadas, Alcapurria, Papa Rellena, Coco Juice and alot more.
Muscle Maker Grill
4041 E Tremont AveHealthy Lean Cuisine.
Johnny's Reef
2 City Island AveGreat Seafood in City Island.
Tony's Pier
1 City Island AveSeafood Favorite in City Island a must for all seafood lovers.
A local favorite find all kinds of delicious seafood platters at the Lobster House.
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City Island Lobster House
691 Bridge StA local favorite find all kinds of delicious seafood platters at the Lobster House.
Cafeteria
119 7th AveNYC Favorite open 24 hours.
Sugar Factory American Brasserie
835 Washington StNYC Favorite for sweets.
Ice Cream Factory
408 E Sandford BlvdBest Home Made Ice Cream. A lot of unique flavors.
Pelham Delite
1650 Crosby AveLocal favorite for sweets try the Napoleon Cake its amazing.
Kingston Tropical Bakery
4000 White Plains RdFresh bread everyday.
The Bronx Brewery
856 E 136th St
Great Wall Chinese Food
9 E Sandford BlvdEdo Hibachi great food, Japanese Steakhouse. Make sure you make a reservation ahead of time it is always booked.
4787 Boston Post Rd
4787 Boston Post RoadEdo Hibachi great food, Japanese Steakhouse. Make sure you make a reservation ahead of time it is always booked.
Shopping
Cross County Center
8000 Mall WalkEnjoy some local shopping and movie theaters.
Enjoy some shopping, ice skating, bowling, amusement rides and more at one of the biggest malls.
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Palisades Center
1000 Palisades Center DrEnjoy some shopping, ice skating, bowling, amusement rides and more at one of the biggest malls.
World Famous Toy Store FAO Schwarz from the Tom Hanks movie BIG and the inspiration for Home Alone's Lost in New York movie Duncan's Toy Chest.
FAO Schwarz
30 Rockefeller PlazaWorld Famous Toy Store FAO Schwarz from the Tom Hanks movie BIG and the inspiration for Home Alone's Lost in New York movie Duncan's Toy Chest.
Night Life
Empire City Casino
810 Yonkers AveSalsa Con Fuego
2297 Cedar AveLa Boom
56-15 Northern BlvdRory Dolan's
890 McLean AveTosca Rooftop Garden Bar
4034 E Tremont AveBridges Bar
4100 E Tremont AveJimmy's Grand Cafe
1001 Castle Hill AveMamajuana Cafe The Bronx
3233 E Tremont AveDon Coqui
28-18 31st StTipps für Reisende
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Bronx Zoo is Free on Wednesdays.
General admission is free all day on Wednesdays at the Bronx Zoo.
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American Museum of Natural History
The adult admission at the American Museum of Natural History is only a suggested donation, but you'll have to pay full price for planetarium shows, IMAX films, and special exhibits.
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New York City Pass
New York CityPASS lets you bundle the cost of admission to 6 different sights to save money plus comes with skipping-the-line privileges and exclusive benefits. As a result, there's no cheaper way to see all of these top NYC attractions. New York CityPASS includes: Empire State Building; American Museum of Natural History; The Metropolitan Museum of Art; Top of the Rock Observation Deck or Guggenheim Museum; ferry access to Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island or Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises; 9/11 Memorial & Museum or Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum.