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A Local’s Guide to Northern Westchester, NY: Favorite Spots by Town

A Local’s Guide to Northern Westchester, NY: Favorite Spots by Town

If you’ve recently moved to Northern Westchester or are just looking to explore what’s around you, here’s a curated list of go-to spots, hidden gems, and neighborhood staples—organized by town. Whether you’re planning a family outing, looking for the best coffee, or searching for a solid pilates class, this guide has you covered.

Armonk

Eats & Treats

  • Casa Tequila – Cozy, delicious Mexican food

  • Bluestone Lane – Your go-to for coffee and avocado toast

  • Moderne Barn – Upscale American cuisine, perfect for date night

  • Beascakes Bakery – Custom cakes and sweet treats

  • Longford’s Ice Cream – Local favorite for kids and grown-ups alike

  • The Bagel Emporium – Classic New York bagels

  • Kira Sushi – My personal favorite for sushi in the area

  • Amore Pizza, Fortina, Zero Otto Nove – All excellent for casual Italian

Wellness & Lifestyle

  • MegaCore – Megaformer Pilates

  • Equinox Armonk – My favorite! Spacious, beautiful, and packed with amenities

  • Park Avenue Medical Spa – Great for skin treatments

  • Hott Blowdry Bar – Blowouts and styling made easy

Shops & Groceries

  • Decicco’s – Good grocery option (Bedford’s is newer and bigger!)

  • Country Kitchen – Cozy bites

Events & Family Fun

  • Fol de Rol Festival, Frosty Festival, Armonk Outdoor Art Show

  • Breezemont Day Camp – A fantastic local camp; MiniMont starts at 18 months

  • Byram Hills Preschool Association, North Castle Library (Armonk Branch)

Mount Kisco

Everyday Essentials

  • Target, ShopRite (new!), Stop & Shop, HomeGoods, Staples, Petco

Food & Coffee

  • Tipsy Taco Bar – Personal fave

  • Exit 4 Food Hall – Something for everyone

  • Village Social, The Mt. Kisco Diner (Instagram-worthy!)

  • La Tulipe Desserts – Best special occasion cakes in Westchester

  • Ben & Jerry’s, Franny’s Goodie Shop, Little Crepe Street

  • Mimi’s Coffee Bar – Best coffee in the area IMO

  • The Ambleside Pub – New British pub, lots of fun

Fitness & Wellness

  • Fierce45 & YogaSix – New boutique studios

  • Pure Barre

  • Spring Breeze Nail Salon – My go-to, consistently great

Family & Pets

  • Northern Westchester Hospital

  • Wipe Your Paws – Grooming and daycare

  • Katonah Bedford Veterinary Center – We love them for our pup

Medical

  • Optum Medical Offices – You’ll likely be referred here for primary/specialist care

Chappaqua

Chappaqua Crossings (Great for errands and a quick lunch)

  • Whole Foods, Lifetime Fitness, Starbucks, Bia Kitchen

Downtown Chappaqua (Train Station Area)

  • Bobo’s Café, Susan Lawrence, Pizza Station, Lange’s Deli

  • Frannie’s Goodie Shop, Starbucks, Hip Kid (adorable kids’ clothes)

  • Breathe Pilates & Yoga – Adina is amazing

  • World Cup Gymnastics, Sammy & Son’s Car Wash

  • Farmers Market – Saturdays, always worth a stop

Katonah

  • LMNOP Bakery – A must for baked goods

  • The Reading Room – Café + books + ice cream = yes please

  • Katonah Village Library – Tons of kids' programming

  • Muscoot Farm – Great outing with little ones

  • Katonah Memorial Park & Pool

  • King Kone – Westchester’s most iconic ice cream stand

  • Blue Dolphin, Tengda, The Whitlock, Pizza Station, Jay Street Cafe

  • From the Roots Hair SalonThe best

  • The Well Path (med spa), Be Well (acupuncture & massage)

  • & James – Chic baby boutique

Bedford

  • Decicco’s – Recently opened, beautiful layout

  • MAST Market – Organic groceries and amazing coffee

  • Bedford Playhouse – Boutique movie theater with bar & café

  • G.E. Brown’s – Coffee and prepared foods

  • Truck – Tex-Mex done right

  • oHHo – Located in the old firehouse, great for wellness products

  • Bedford Books – New and charming indie bookstore

  • Bedford Village Memorial Park – Great outdoor space for families

 

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