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    A starting point for exploring Yonkers

    Explore a shortlist from our researched local directory. Each group explains how its places were selected. These suggestions are separate from the community votes above and do not represent a citywide award.

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    Local restaurants to get to know

    Independent kitchens, neighborhood cafes and places for your next meal.

    Selected from sourced Google ratings of at least 4.3 with 20 or more reviews, ordered by rating then review count.

    Restaurant

    Noya Restaurant

    Restaurant · 2150 Central Park Ave

    Noya Restaurant in Yonkers, New York, provides a refined dining experience with fresh ingredients and modern flavors. The warm and inviting atmosphere makes it suitable for any occasion. The menu features breakfast…

    Sweet shop

    How Sweet It Is

    Sweet shop · 994 McLean Ave

    How Sweet It Is in Yonkers operates at 994 McLean Ave in Yonkers, New York, with a focus on sweet treats like cupcakes, cakes, pies, and candy. The owner's love for cupcakes and chocolate inspired the business. The…

    Mexican restaurant

    Guapo Mexican and Cuban Cuisine

    Mexican restaurant · 10 Warburton Ave

    Guapo Mexican and Cuban Cuisine blends the rich culinary heritage of Mexican cuisine with a modern twist, creating an artistic vibe and a cozy ambiance in Downtown Yonkers, near the waterfront. The restaurant's dining…

    Italian restaurant

    Zuppa

    Italian restaurant · 59 Main St

    Zuppa is an Italian restaurant in Yonkers offering Italian fare with creative twists. Guests can browse its menu or make a reservation for a meal with family or friends.

    Independent shops worth exploring

    Browse locally rooted shops and find something beyond the usual chains.

    Selected from sourced Google ratings of at least 4.3 with 20 or more reviews, ordered by rating then review count.

    Florist

    Monarca florist

    Florist · 137 Lockwood Ave

    Monarca Florist provides same-day flower delivery in the Yonkers area, with a wide selection of fresh, high-quality flowers for birthdays, weddings, anniversaries, and holidays. Roses, sunflowers, tulips, and mixed…

    Jeweler

    Costa Jewelry

    Jeweler · 139 Lockwood Ave

    Jeweler at 139 Lockwood Ave in Yonkers. See photographs, directions and the linked business profile to plan a visit.

    Make a day of it

    Museums, galleries and cultural stops from our city directory.

    Selected from sourced Google ratings of at least 4.3 with 20 or more reviews, ordered by rating then review count.

    Museum

    Sherwood House Museum

    Museum · 340 Tuckahoe Rd

    The Sherwood House Museum is a historic museum located in Yonkers, New York. It is one of the oldest buildings in Westchester County and a National Historic landmark. The museum offers free tours and has a gift shop.…

    Museum

    Hudson River Museum

    Museum · 511 Warburton Ave

    The Hudson River Museum is the largest cultural institution in Westchester County, featuring galleries, a planetarium, an amphitheater, and educational spaces, situated on the banks of the Hudson River in Yonkers, New…

    Art gallery

    Blue Door Art Center

    Art gallery · 13 Riverdale Ave

    The Blue Door Art Center serves the local community through various art programs in Yonkers, New York, near the Yonkers Train Station. Metered street parking or parking at the nearby Buena Vista Municipal Parking…

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