Riverhead, New York

If you are visiting with the family: Long Island Aquarium

The Long Island Aquarium is a brilliant attraction which promises hours of educational fun for the whole family.

• The aquarium skillfully sets out to convince visitors that they are in the heart of the Lost City of Atlantis.
• Besides the normal viewing tanks, Long Island Aquarium offers a host of exciting adventure activities such as the Shark Dive and the Penguin Encounter.
• The facility boasts one of the largest living coral reef exhibits in the world where you can see thousands of colorful reef fish going about their business.
• Younger visitors will love the numerous touch tanks and the energetic and fascinating Sea Lion Show.

Where to Find it: Long Island Aquarium, 431 East Main St, Riverhead, NY 11901, Phone: 631-208-9200

On a romantic trip, visit the Jamesport Farm Brewery

These days it seems as though every village and town has their own craft brewery. What sets the Jamesport Farm Brewery apart is the fact that they brew their excellent beers using only the freshest ingredients, most of which are grown right there on the farm.

• The Jamesport Farm is a modern working farm which produces just about all the fresh hops, barley and wheat used in the brewery process, making this the only “Farm to Pint” brewery on Long Island.
• You are invited to come and experience the difference at their tasting room in the old potato barn. You can also stock up on a variety of farm grown products after your tasting.

Where to Find it: Jamesport Farm Brewery, 5873 Sound Ave, Riverhead, NY 11901, Phone: 844-532-2337

Spend a romantic evening at the Suffolk Theater

The Suffolk Theater first opened its doors in 1933 and is still welcoming a regular following of theater-goers almost 90 years later.

• Although the theater has undergone numerous renovations and restorations, much of its original art-deco interior remains intact, offering visitors a nostalgic backdrop to an-otherwise thoroughly modern performing arts venue.
• Today the venue can be set up to host intimate dinner-theater or can be transformed into a traditional theater to accommodate larger audiences for concerts, music performances and much more.
• The on-site restaurant is ideal for pre-show supper or cocktails and provides the catering for regular dinner-theater events.

Where to Find it: Suffolk Theater, 118 East Main Street, Riverhead, NY 11901, Phone: 631-727-4343

Riverhead Raceway

Riverhead Raceway staged its first race on a gravel figure-8 track back in 1944, making it one of the oldest racetracks in the US. Currently, Riverhead is the only NASCAR track in the New York area and attracts a steady following of petrol heads. Here you can watch anything from NASCAR races to demolition derbies, school-bus racing, monster trucks and even go-karts. The season lasts from April till October and offers fun-filled family entertainment. If you visit on July 4th you will also get to see the Kids Big Wheel Race and some brilliant fireworks. There are races every week during the summer – check their website for more information.

Riverhead Raceway, 1797 Old Country Rd, Riverhead, NY 11901, Phone: 631-842-7223

Hallockville Museum Farm

Farming has been a way of life on the North Fork of Long Island since the 18th century. In order to preserve and showcase the history of the early pioneer farmers, Hallockville Museum Farm was established. The early Hallockville homestead was built in 1765 and was continually occupied until as recently as 1985. The farm is open to the public during the summer months from the end of May to the end of October, however group tours can be arranged all year round. Entry to the homestead is restricted to guided tours but you are welcome to explore the farm grounds at your own pace. The museum offers regular lectures and craft demonstrations.

Hallockville Museum Farm, 6038 Sound Ave, Riverhead, NY 11901, Phone: 631-298-5292

Harbes Orchard

Harbes Orchard is a popular seasonal (open in September and October only) attraction for the whole family. Children will love having the chance to pick their own juicy apples – there are no fewer than 27 varieties to choose from and the orchard uses a brilliant trellis system to train their apple trees, ensuring that even younger children can reach much of the fruit. Fun fall activities include apple and pumpkin picking, hay rides and exploring the corn mazes. There are also pony rides for the children. On Saturday nights in October the corn mazes turns creepy – bring the family along to enjoy the Harbes Orchard Spooky Night Maze experience.

Harbes Orchard, 5698 Sound Ave, Riverhead, NY 11901, Phone: 631-369-1111

Tweeds Restaurant and Buffalo Bar

Your visit to Riverhead would be incomplete without savoring at least one meal at Tweeds Restaurant and Buffalo Bar, a historic Riverhead landmark since 1896. Sidle up to the magnificent mahogany and marble bar (which was moved to the restaurant from the 1983 Exposition in Chicago) to order your favorite bourbon from the wide variety on offer. The restaurant owns their own bison herd and you will find many delicious signature bison dishes on the menu, along with a wide selection of other tempting options. Wednesday night is Date Night at Tweeds and on most weekends there is some kind of live music to entertain you while you dine.

Tweeds Restaurant and Buffalo Bar, 17 East Main Street, Riverhead, NY 11901, Phone: 631-237-8120

Railroad Museum of Long Island

Celebrating and showcasing the railroad history of Long Island, the Railroad Museum of Long Island is spread over 2 locations on the North Fork of Long Island. The Visitors Center and restoration site is located in Riverhead, while the larger Greenport site is where most of the permanent and rotating exhibitions are staged. The museum has amassed an important collection of rail-related equipment including several vintage locomotives and rolling stock. It also includes the historic 1910 LIRR Passenger Station and the 1964 World’s Fair Train which has been restored to working order. The museum hosts regular summer mini-events and is well worth a visit.

Railroad Museum of Long Island , 416 Griffling Ave, Riverhead, NY 11901, 631 727 7920

Goodale Farms

Located on the east end of Long Island, Goodale Farms were originally established in the mid 1800’s and have been supplying fresh, seasonal local produce ever since. The family-owned farm supplies local counties as well as more outlying areas including Manhattan, Queens and Brooklyn with fresh pasture meat (produced without hormones or routine anti-biotics), dairy and vegetables. To make it easier for everyone to benefit from their delicious and healthy produce, Goodale Farms pack and deliver weekly meal boxes to those who live a little further away. Lucky locals can stop by the Farm Store to stock up on all their needs.

Goodale Farms, 250 Main Rd, Riverhead, NY 11901, 631 901 5975

The All Star

If you have never tried HyperBowling, you need to round up your friends and make your way to The All Star in Riverhead to try a brand new form of entertainment. HyperBowling was designed to take your favorite bowling alley game to a whole new level of fun. The system uses a combination design, software, lights and electronics to put together a unique bowling/gaming experience that everyone will love. The All Star is confident that you will enjoy this all-new experience and invite you to book your lane for hours of fun entertainment. The All Star Grill is on hand to take care of your dining requirements.

The All Star, 96 Main Rd, Riverhead, NY 11901, 631 998 3565