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BRONX TH
E
2015
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VISITORS GUIDE
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851 Grand Concourse | Bronx, NY 10451
WELCOME TO THE BRONX 5
SERVICES & SUPPLIERS 38
ATTRACTIONS 10
TOURS 32
ACCOMMODATIONS 25
SHOPPING 26
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 16
SPORTS 21
DINING & NIGHTLIFE 27
Cover Photos from l. to r.: Mural of Kool Herc by Tats Cru (Photo Credit: Olga Luz
Tirado); The Pergola at Wave Hill courtesy of Wave Hill; Edgar Allan Poe Cottage
courtesy of The Bronx County Historical Society; The Botanical Garden Dome
courtesy of The Bronx Tourism Council; The Bronx Museum of Art (Photo Credit:
Andrea Katz); The Bronx Zoo, photo courtesy the NY Wildlife Society; The Bronx
Hall of Fame of Great Americans, (Photo Credit: Luis Lopez)
The Bronx Visitor Guide is a publication of The Bronx Tourism Council (BTC).
Contents and design © 2015, all rights reserved. Reproduction without written
permission is strictly prohibited. Every effort was made to ensure accuracy of the
information in this guide as of press time. However, BTC assumes no
responsibility for errors, changes or omissions. BTC makes no endorsement,
representation or warranty regarding the suitability, quality or availability of any
goods or services advertised or listed in this publication. Listings and
advertisements may have been provided by the subject companies and BTC shall
not be responsible or liable for any inaccuracy, omission or infringement of any
third party’s rights therein, or for personal injury or any other damage or injury
whatsoever. Printed in the USA.
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A MESSAGE FROM
BOROUGH PRESIDENT
RUBEN DIAZ JR.
Dear Friends:
The Bronx is continuing to be recognized as a national and international tourist destination. I have long known that our borough has some of the best food, entertainment and cultural attractions anywhere, and now people from across the nation and the world are taking
notice.
In your hands right now you are holding the brand new “Bronx Visitors Guide,” the new tourism publication produced by The Bronx Tourism Council and the Bronx Overall
Economic Development Corporation.
We have so many great things worth high-lighting in The Bronx, and this new guide will provide you with an amazing overview of all of the wonderful activities, locations and events that make our borough an outstanding
place to visit.
We have a lot to be proud of. Our restaurants are among the best in the world, our cultural attractions are without peer and our citizenry is among the most dedicated and passionate people you could find anywhere. I hope that this visitors guide will help you further your
enjoyment of this wonderful borough.
As always, I invite you to visit the tourism website at ilovethebronx.com for more information on everything there is to do in
our great borough.
I look forward to seeing you in The Bronx!
WELCOME TO THE BRONX
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WELCOME TO THE BRONX
A MESSAGE FROM
MARLENE CINTRON
PRESIDENT
Dear Friends:
Welcome to The Bronx! If this is your first visit, your Bronx experience will be exciting and fulfilling. For those of you that are
returning, thank you for coming back.
This Visitors Guide has been especially pre-pared for you by our Bronx Tourism Council to make your visit extra special. Our borough is diverse in language, culture and even sports
and we want you to experience it all.
On City Island you can go fishing and then visit one of many incredible seafood restaurants. On Arthur Avenue you can shop for authentic Italian products and then sit down at a myriad of delectable restaurants and pizzerias. If you brought your bathing suit, Orchard Beach is the place to go. There is live music at the beach on Sundays during the month of August.
Make sure you bring your dancing shoes.
There is not much that cannot be found here in The Bronx, and that includes great shopping at great prices. I encourage you to visit our stores at the Mall at Bay Plaza as well as Fordham Road, where friendly sales persons will provide you with mementos and products
at prices you will not see anywhere else.
Our borough is growing organically and that will mean considerable savings for you. When you return, consider staying at one of our new hotels currently under construction. You can then use the savings visiting more of our exciting destinations. We look forward to seeing and serving you right here in
The Bronx!
WELCOME TO THE BRONX
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WELCOME TO THE BRONX
A MESSAGE FROM
OLGA LUZ TIRADO
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Welcome:
There is no doubt that now is the best time ever to discover The Bronx! That’s why The Bronx Tourism Council is proud to present you with the first annual Bronx Visitors Guide. In this publication you will find great ideas of what to see and do, where to go, and how to
get there.
The Bronx is the borough of parks; the borough of universities; and the borough of Salsa. It is the birthplace of Hip Hop and Doo Wop. It is the home of the real Little Italy and the winningest baseball team in history. This borough has played a major role in the Ameri-can Revolution and gave birth to many notable Americans. Check out our attractions (see page 10). You can stay the night (see page 22) and take in a tour or two (see page 34). Catch a show, art exhibit, or root for your favorite team (see pages 16 & 21) then wine and dine
at some of our best restaurants (see page 27).
There are many adventures to be had and memories to be made right here in The Bronx. As you plan your next trip, visit our website www.ilovethebronx.com. We look forward to
seeing you soon.
Olga Luz Tirado
executive director
Brenda Candelaria
deputy director
Annette Carrión Pastoriza
tourism & administration coordinator
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SUBWAYS & TRAINS Subway and train lines in the Bronx generally run north-south, and are the best option for getting to and from the other boroughs. The 4/5/6 trains travel to the east side of Manhattan, while the B/D/1/2 trains go to the west side. Subway and com-muter rail maps are available from the station agent at most subway stations.
http://www.mta.info
Metro-North Railroad commuter trains run about once every half-hour on weekdays and about once per hour on weekends at most stations, providing easy access between Grand Central Terminal, the Hudson Valley and Connecticut."
http://web.mta.info/mnr/html/planning
BUSES Every corner of the Bronx is accessible by bus, and it’s the best way to travel east-west across the
borough.
The Bronx has two Select Bus Service (SBS) routes, the Bx12 SBS serving Fordham Road and Pelham Parkway, and the Bx41 SBS, serving Webster Ave-nue. All SBS buses require payment before board-ing; keep the receipt from the ticket vending ma-chine as proof-of-payment for the duration of your
trip. http://www.mta.info
AIRPORTS Of the three major airports in the New York City area, the Bronx is closest to LaGuardia Airport, just across the East River. The best way to get there by public transportation is to travel by sub-way or Metro-North into Manhattan and transfer at 125 Street to the M60 SBS.
http://www.panynj.gov/airports/laguardia.html
To get to John F. Kennedy International Airport, travel by subway into Manhattan and transfer to a Jamaica Center (Queens)-bound E train. At Sut-phin Blvd-Archer Av-JFK Airport, transfer to the AirTrain for service to all terminals.
http://www.panynj.gov/airports/jfk.html
For service to Newark Liberty International Air-port, travel to Penn Station and board a New Jer-sey Transit train with service to the airport on the Northeast Corridor line or the North Jersey Coast Line. http://www.panynj.gov/airports/newark-
liberty.html
WELCOME TO THE BRONX
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ATTRACTIONS
BRONX GREENWAYS The Bronx is considered the borough of parks, and famous for its urban environment, famous sites, historic monuments and many exciting destina-tions. But the Bronx is also known for its extensive
greenways.
Mosholu Parkway Greenway runs along the
parkway from Van Cortlandt Park to Bronx Park.
Pelham Parkway Greenway runs along the
parkway from the Bronx Zoo to Pelham Bay Park
over to Orchard Beach and City Island and up to
Westchester County.
Hutchinson River Greenway runs along the
parkway from the Cross Bronx Expressway to
Pelham Parkway with plans to extend further north
to Westchester County.
Hudson River Greenway runs north-south along
the western edge of Manhattan ending at Inwood
Hill Park, but plans will have the path going
through Riverdale in the Bronx and extend up to
Yonkers.
Bronx Harlem River Greenway is planned to run
along the east side of the Harlem River from the
RFK Bridge to Van Cortlandt Park.
South Bronx Greenway is planned to connect the
Bronx River Greenway through Hunt’s Point, to the
Randall’s Island Connector.
Bronx River Greenway will run from the mouth of
the river in Hunt’s Point extending north to
Westchester. Sections are already built including
the path from Pelham Parkway up to the city line.
Soundview Greenway will connect the Bronx
River Greenway to the Hutchinson River
Greenway and some segments are already
built in Soundview Park.
For more info on greenways go to:
http://www.nyc.gov/html/dcp/html/
transportation/td_projectbicycle.shtml
WELCOME TO THE BRONX
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ATTRACTIONS
ARTHUR AVENUE The real Little Italy is located in The Bronx! It’s the best place to buy fresh pasta, cheese, meats and pastries. This strip is filled with many top-rated restaurants offering authentic Italian cuisine. | Arthur Ave & Crescent Ave
btwn E 184th & E 187th St
ART DECO The Bronx has over 400 Art Deco buildings. The Grand Concourse has even been recog-nized as a landmark district for its art deco
landscape.
BRONX COUNTY BUILDING One of many Art Deco buildings found in The Bronx. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. E 161st St & Grand Concourse BRONX ZOO The largest urban zoological park in the U.S., with more than 6,000 exotic animals representing over 600 species. 2300 Southern Blvd | Bronx, NY 10460
718.367.1010 | www.bronxzoo.com
CITY ISLAND This seaside community has the look and feel of a small New England fishing village. It is famous for its seafood restaurants, local shops
and art galleries.
THE CITY ISLAND NAUTICAL MUSEUM Located in a landmarked 19th century public school building, this museum serves as a repository for the island’s rich maritime history. Its exhibits include artifacts, documents, artwork, and photographs on the island’s role in making sails, building boats and military vessels, as well as con-structing famous yachts that successfully de-fended the America’s Cup for many years. 190 Fordham St | City Island, Bronx, NY 10464 718.885.0008 | www.cityislandmuseum.org
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DERFNER JUDAICA MUSEUM + THE ART COLLECTION AT THE HEBREW HOME Overlooking the Hudson River and Palisades, the museum highlights Jewish culture and art. 5961 Palisades Ave | Bronx, NY 10471 718.581-1787
www.hebrewhome.org/art-at-the-home.asp
EDGAR ALLAN POE COTTAGE Built in 1812, this small wooden farmhouse is where the famous writer spent the last years of his life. Kingsbridge Road & the Grand Concourse
www.bronxhistoricalsociety.org
ENRICO FERMI CULTURAL CENTER This is also the Belmont Branch of the New York Public Library located in the heart of Little Italy since 1981 and specializing in Italian culture. 610 E 186th St | Bronx, NY 10458 718.933.6410
www.nypl.org/locations/belmont
THE GRAND CONCOURSE Known as The “Grand Boulevard and Concourse,” and fashioned after the Champs Elysees, it is the longest street in The Bronx, spanning four miles in length and 180 feet
across.
HALL OF FAME FOR GREAT AMERICANS Opened in 1901, this roofed walkway located on the campus of Bronx Community College, is lined with imposing columns and 98 bronze busts of celebrated American citizens. 2155 University Ave | Bronx, NY 10453
718.289.5170 | www.bcc.cuny.edu/HallofFame
JOYCE KILMER PARK Named after the American poet mainly remembered for his short poem “Trees.”
Grand Concourse & E 161st St.
KINGSBRIDGE ARMORY Built in the early 20th century, it is believed to be the largest armory in the world with over five acres of space. The structure will be
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the future home of the largest ice center in the world.
29 W Kingsbridge Rd | Bronx, NY 10468
LONGWOOD ART GALLERY @ HOSTOS Averaging 4-5 exhibitions annually, Bronx Council on the Arts’ Longwood Art Gallery @ Hostos is one of New York City’s oldest and longest running alternative spaces. 450 Grand Concourse | Bronx, NY 10451
718.518.6728 | www.bronxarts.org
LORALEI FOUNTAIN The Heinrich Heine Fountain (also known as the Lorelei Fountain) honors the German poet, writer, and social dissident Heinrich Heine (1797–1856), who wrote “Die Lorelei”.
Grand Concourse & 161st St
NEW YORK BOTANICAL GARDEN America’s premier urban garden, with special exhibitions, seasonal programs and engaging activities. 2900 Southern Blvd | Bronx, NY 10458
718.817-8700 | www.nybg.org
PELHAM BAY PARK At nearly 3,000 acres, it is the largest natural park in New York City.
1 Orchard Beach Road | Bronx, NY 10464
ORCHARD BEACH This manmade beach opened in the 1930’s and was dubbed “The Riviera of New York.”
The beach also plays host to many concerts.
THE HIGH BRIDGE Completed in 1848, this arch bridge is the oldest bridge in New York City. Once part of the Old Croton Aqueduct, many Bronxites such as Edgar Allan Poe, would take contem-plative strolls across the Harlem River on this
bridge. Located on W 170th St
VAN CORTLANDT PARK GOLF COURSE Located in Van Cortlandt Park, this institu-tion opened its doors on July 6th, 1895 making it the oldest municipal golf course in the United States.
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115 Van Cortlandt Park South Bronx, NY 10471 | 718.543.4595
www.golfnyc.com
VAN CORTLANDT HOUSE MUSEUM Built in the year 1748, it is known as the oldest house in The Bronx. Broadway @ W 246th St | Bronx, NY 10471 718.543.3344 www.nscdny.org/headquarters-dumbarton/
van-cortland
VAN CORTLANDT PARK At over 1,000 acres, this park is bigger than Central Park and is the 2nd largest park in The Bronx.
Broadway and 242nd street
WALK OF FAME The Bronx pays tribute to famous Bronxites with street signs along this two mile strip of the Grand Concourse.
from E. 138th St. to E. 161st St.
WAVE HILL A 28-acre public horticultural garden and cultural center overlooking the majestic Hudson River. 675 W 252nd St | Bronx, NY 10471
718.549.3200 | www.wavehill.org
WOODLAWN CEMETERY Founded in 1863, this cemetery is a National Historic Landmark spanning 400 acres. Its monuments represent some of the best examples of memorial art and architecture in the nation. Webster Ave. & E. 233rd St. | Bronx, NY 10467 | 877.496.6352
www.thewoodlawncemetery.org
YANKEE STADIUM The new Yankee Stadium was completed in 2009 and is located across the street from the original location of the “House that Ruth Built,” now named Heritage Field. 1 E 161st St | Bronx, NY 10451 718.293-4300
www.newyork.yankees.mlb.com
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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
BARTOW-PELL MANSION MUSEUM
895 Shore Rd | Bronx, NY 10464
718.885.1461
www.bartowpellmansionmuseum.org
BRONX ACADEMY OF ARTS & DANCE
2474 Westchester Ave | Bronx, NY 10461
718.842.5223 | www.baadbronx.org
BRONX ARTS ENSEMBLE 80 Van Cortlandt Park South|Bronx, NY 10463
718.601.7399 | www.bronxartsensemble.org
BRONX ART SPACE 305 E 140th St | Bronx, NY 10454
www.bronxartspace.com
BRONX CHILDREN’S MUSEUM 347.971.2155
www.bronxchildrensmuseum.org
BRONX COUNCIL ON THE ARTS 1738 Hone Ave | Bronx, NY 10461
718.931.9500 | www.bronxarts.org
BRONX DOCUMENTARY CENTER 614 Cortlandt Ave | Bronx, NY 10451
718.993.3512 | www.bronxdoc.org
BRONX MUSEUM OF THE ARTS 1040 Grand Concourse | Bronx, NY 10456
718.681.6000 | www.bronxmuseum.org
BRONX MUSIC HERITAGE CENTER 1303 Louis Nine Boulevard | Bronx, NY 10459
718.839.1173 | www.whedco.org
BRONX RIVER ARTS CENTER Temporary Headquarters — 2064 Boston Rd | Bronx, NY 10460 Temporary Gallery —305 E 140th St. Bronx, NY 10454 (through June 2015) Permanent location —1087 East Tremont Ave Bronx, NY 10460 (to reopen late 2015)
718.589.5819 | www.bronxriverart.org
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CASITA MARIA CENTER FOR ARTS & EDUCATION 928 Simpson St | Bronx, NY 10459
718.598.2230 | www.casitamaria.org
ELISA CONTEMPORARY ART 5622 Mosholu Ave | Bronx, NY 10471 212.729.4974 |
www.elisacontemporaryart.com
FOCAL POINT GALLERY 321 City Island Ave | Bronx, NY 10464 718.885.1403
www.photographybyronterner.com
EL FOGON CENTER FOR THE ARTS 989 Home St | Bronx, NY 10459 646.229.6224
www.elfogon.org
HOSTOS CENTER FOR THE ARTS & CULTURE 450 Grand Concourse | Bronx, NY 10451 718.518.4455
www.hostos.cuny.edu/culturearts
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
GLYNDOR GALLERY @ WAVE HILL 675 W 252nd St | Bronx, NY 10471
718.549.3200 | www.wavehill.org
DERFNER JUDAICA MUSEUM + THE ART COLLECTION AT THE HEBREW HOME 5961 Palisades Ave | Bronx, NY 10471 718.581.1787
www.hebrewhome.org/art-at-the-home.asp
KALEIDOSCOPE GALLERY 280 City Island Ave | Bronx, NY 10464
718.885.3090 | www.kaleidoscope280.com
LEHMAN COLLEGE ART GALLERY 250 Bedford Park Blvd West | Bronx, NY 10468
718.960.8731 | www.lehman.edu/gallery
LEHMAN STAGES 250 Bedford Park Blvd West | Bronx, NY 10468
718.960.8024 | www.lehmanstages.org
LEHMAN CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS 250 Bedford Park Blvd West | Bronx, NY 10468
718.960.8833 | www.lehmancenter.org
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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
THE LOVINGER THEATER 250 Bedford Park Blvd West | Bronx, NY 10468 718.960.8833
www.lehmanstages.org/the-lovinger-theatre
LONGWOOD ARTS GALLERY @ HOSTOS 450 Grand Concourse | Bronx, NY 10451
718.518.6728 | www.bronxarts.org
MUSEUM OF BRONX HISTORY 3266 Bainbridge Ave | Bronx, NY 10467 718.881.8900 www.bronxhistoricalsociety.org/
museumofbronxhistory.html
NEW YORK YANKEES MUSEUM Yankee Stadium 1 E 161st St | Bronx, NY 10451 718.293.4300 www.newyork.yankees.mlb.com/nyy/
ballpark/stadium_tours.jsp
PREGONES THEATER 575 Walton Ave | Bronx, NY 10451
718.585.1202 | www.pregonesprtt.org
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SPORTS
BRONX EQUESTRIAN CENTER 9 Shore Road | Bronx, NY 10464
718.885.0551 | www.bronxequestriancenter.com
CARY LEEDS CENTER FOR TENNIS & LEARNING 1700 Crotona Ave | Bronx, NY 10457
www.caryleedstennis.org
FORDHAM UNIVERSITY RAMS Division 1 Athletics 441 East Fordham Road | Bronx, NY 10458
718.817.1000 | www.fordham.edu
MANHATTAN COLLEGE JASPERS Division 1 Athletics 4513 Manhattan College Parkway Bronx, NY 10471 | 718.862.8000
www.manhattan.edu
NEW YORK CITY FOOTBALL CLUB HQ: 600 3rd Ave 30th Floor New York, NY 10016 Playing at Yankee Stadium, 1 E 161st St. | Bronx, NY 10451 | 855.77.NYCFC |
www.nycfc.com
NEW YORK TENNIS CLUB 3081 Harding Ave | Bronx, NY 10465
718.239.7919 | www.newyorktennisclub.com
NEW YORK YANKEES Yankee Stadium | Bronx, NY 10451
718.293.4300 | www.newyork.yankees.mlb.com
PELHAM BAY & SPLIT ROCK GOLF COURSE 870 Shore Rd | Bronx, NY 10464
718.885.1258 | www.pelhamsplitrock.com
RIVERDALE EQUESTRIAN CENTER
6351 Broadway | Bronx, NY 10471 | 718.548.4848
TRUMP GOLF LINKS, FERRY POINT 500 Hutchinson River Parkway | Bronx, NY 10465
www.trumpferrypoint.com
VAN CORTLANDT PARK GOLF COURSE 115 Van Cortlandt Park South | Bronx, NY 10463
718.543.4595 | www.golfnyc.com
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In June The Bronx
commemorates the birth
of our nation with the
New York Salutes America
Fireworks Extravaganza at
Orchard Beach.
Visitors enjoy live music,
dancing, and fireworks on the “Bronx Riviera.”
June 25th.
April is a great time to Spring for The Bronx!
We welcome the beginning of milder weather
with a series of fun activities throughout the
borough and offer various tours that will take
you on new adventures. Entire month.
We celebrate the Best of
The Bronx throughout 11
days of festivities taking
place throughout the
entire borough. We end
with a star-studded black
tie gala honoring the
Bronx Walk of Fame
inductees, a parade, a food & arts street festival and
an outdoor concert. May 7—17.
The summer sizzles in el condado de la Salsa
of August the borough pays tribute to the music, the dance, the genre which shares roots
right here in The Bronx. The entire month is filled with festivals, street fairs,
performances, film screenings, parties and panel discussions.
Entire month
April
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June
August
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Savor the flavors of the
borough during Savor The
Bronx Restaurant Week.
Sample some of the borough’s diverse cuisine.
Discover new tastes and celebrate different cultures.
November 2-13
October offers the perfect opportunity to
Fall for The Bronx! Canoe the Bronx River,
hike through trails in the borough of parks, go
fishing in City Island, visit historic homes and
gardens. Participate in the many activities
welcoming the season. Entire month.
The largest free cycling event in New York
State happens in The Bronx! This highly-
anticipated event brings thousands of cyclists
from all over the world to ride and experience
the neighborhoods and waterfronts of the
borough while on a 25-mile or 40-mile ride.
October 25th
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el condado de la Salsa (the county of Salsa). Throughout the month
of August the borough pays tribute to the music, the dance, the genre which shares roots
right here in The Bronx. The entire month is filled with festivals, street fairs,
performances, film screenings, parties and panel discussions.
Events
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ACCOMMODATIONS
ANDREW FREEDMAN HOME & GUEST HOUSE 1125 Grand Concourse | Bronx, NY 10452 718.293.8100
www.andrewfreedmancomplex.com
RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT BRONX at Metro Center Atrium 1776 Eastchester Road | Bronx, NY 10461
718-239-3939 | www.marriott.com/nycbx
OPERA HOUSE HOTEL 436 E 149th St | Bronx, NY 10455
718.407.2800|www.operahousehotel.com
MI CASA TU CASA 143 East 150th St | Bronx, NY 10451
718.402.9310|www.micasatucasa150.com
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SHOPPING
ARTHUR AVENUE RETAIL MARKET 2344 Arthur Ave | Bronx, NY 10458 718.295.5033 www.arthuravenuebronx.com “The Real Little Italy of New York” “with a
covered Italian bazaar”
BRONX TERMINAL MARKET/GATEWAY MALL 610 Exterior St | Bronx, NY 10451 718.513.7725 www.bronxterminalmarket.com Nearly 1 million square feet of retail space, located under the Major Deegan Expressway
at Exit 4/5
FORDHAM ROAD 718.562.2104 | www.fordhamroadbid.org The prime shopping destination in the Bronx and the third largest shopping district in New York City. It is one of the highest foot traffic
shopping districts.
THE MALL AT BAY PLAZA 200 Baychester Ave | Bronx, NY 10475 718.208.2751 | www.mallatbayplaza.com With 1.2 million square feet, it is the largest
indoor mall in New York City.
THROGGS NECK SHOPPING CENTER 815 Hutchinson River Parkway Bronx, NY 10465 Located in the Ferry Point section of The Bronx offering 300,000 square feet of retail.
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DINING & NIGHTLIFE
AMERICAN
BRONX ALE HOUSE 216 W. 238th St | Bronx, NY 10463
718.601.0204 | www.bronxalehouse.com
CHARLIES BAR & KITCHEN 112 Lincoln Ave | Bronx, NY 10454 718.684.2338
www.charliesbarkitchen.com
HARD ROCK CAFÉ YANKEE STADIUM 1 East 161st St | Bronx, NY 10451 646.977.8888
www.hardrock.com/cafes/yankee-stadium
JAKE’S STEAKHOUSE 6031 Broadway | Bronx, NY 10471 718.581.0182
www.jakessteakhouse.com/bronx
MUSCLE MAKER GRILL 4041 E Tremont Ave | Bronx, NY 10465 718.822.6992
www.musclemakergrill.com
P & K’S GRILLE 170 West 231st St | Bronx, NY 10463
347.602.7880
THE BRONX BEER HALL 2344 Arthur Ave | Bronx, NY 10458
347.396.0555 | www.thebronxbeerhall.com
ASIAN/SUSHI
CEETAY 129 Alexander Ave | Bronx, NY 10454 718.618.7020 | www.ceetay.com PALACE OF JAPAN 3505 Johnson Ave | Bronx, NY 10463 718.543.3590 | www.palaceofjapanbronx.com
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FRENCH
BISTRO SK 273 City Island Ave | Bronx, NY 10464 718.885.1670 www.bistrosk.com
ITALIAN
ANTONIO’S TRATTORIA 2370 Belmont Ave | Bronx, NY 10458 718.733.6630 www.antoniostrattoria.com ARTIES STEAKS AND SEAFOOD 394 City Island Ave | Bronx, NY 10464
718.885-9885
GIOVANNI RESTAURANT 579 Grand Concourse | Bronx, NY 10451 718.402.6996 www.giovanninyc.com GIOVANNI’S RESTAURANT 2343 Arthur Ave | Bronx, NY 10458 718.933.4141 www.giovannisrestaurant.net/home.html ICE HOUSE CAFÉ AND RESTAURANT 140 Reynolds Ave | Bronx, NY 10465 718.863.5580
www.icehousecafebronx.com
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DINING & NIGHTLIFE
LUCCA RESTAURANT 3019 Westchester Ave | Bronx, NY 10461 718.892.8282
www.lucca-restaurant.com
SPOTO’S 4005 E Tremont Ave | Bronx, NY 10465 718.828.5613
www.spotosnyc.com
TOSCA CAFÉ 4034 E Tremont Ave | Bronx, NY 10465 718.239.3300
www.toscanyc.com
LATIN AMERICAN
BABALU 3233 E Tremont Ave. | Bronx, NY 10461
718.824.8400
DON COQUI 565 City Island Ave | Bronx, 10464 718.885.2222
www.doncoqui.tv
HAVANA CAFÉ 3151 E Tremont Ave | Bronx, NY 10461 718.518.1800
www.bronxhavanacafe.com
SIETE OCHO SIETE 3363 E Tremont Ave | Bronx, NY 10461 718.430.6600
www.sieteochosiete.com
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MEXICAN
CABO 3764 E Tremont Ave | Bronx, NY 10465 718.863.0099
www.cabobx.com
RJC FAMILY CAFÉ 2378 Jerome Ave | Bronx, NY 10468
718.220.4888
SANTA FE BAR & GRILL 6025 Broadway | Bronx, NY 10471 718.796.5095
www.santafegrillrestaurant.com
BREWERIES & DISTILLERIES
BRONX BREWERY 856 E 136th St | Bronx, NY 10454
718.402.1000 | www.TheBronxBrewery.com
GUN HILL BREWING COMPANY 3227 Laconia Ave | Bronx, NY 10469
718.881.0010 | www.GunHillBrewing.com
PORT MORRIS DISTILLERY 780 E 133rd St | Bronx, NY 10454
718.585.3192 | www.PortMorrisDistillery.com
TIRADO DISTILLERY 753 E 134th St | Bronx, NY 10454
917.974.0380 | www.TiradoRum.com
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FIRST WEDNESDAYS: ARTS & CULTURE TOUR The Bronx Council on the Arts offers a ride on the historical Bronx trolley, free of charge, on the first Wednesday evening of each month.* Hop on and off at cultural venues such as galleries and museums along the South Bronx Cultural Corridor. Trolley begins at the Longwood Arts Gallery @ Hostos, 450 Grand Concourse. | www.bronxarts.org Group Reservations: Call 718-931-9500 x33 or e-mail [email protected] *except September & January 2015 Schedule: April 1; May 6; June 3; July 1;
August 5; October 7; November 4; December 2
FIRST FRIDAYS: SEASIDE TOUR The City Island Chamber of Commerce invites visitors from all over on the first Friday of every month from April to December. Hop on and off at an early 19th century mansion, or enjoy a meal at one of City Island’s many restaurants. Visit shops, art openings and entertainment. Trolley ride is free, however, some venues may charge a small admission fee. Trolley begins at the Pelham Bay Park Station (last stop on the #6 line). For addi-tional information on first Friday programs on City Island please call The City Island Chamber at 718.885-9100 or visit www.cityislandchamber.org 2015 Schedule: April 3; May 1; June 5; July 3; August 7; September 4; October 2; November
6; December 4
TROLLEY TOURS
Photo Courtesy of The Bronx Tourism Council
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BRONX FOOD & FARMS TROLLEY TOURS Be a part of the urban agriculture action! Visit some of the Bronx’s finest green spaces on a trolley tour of community gardens, urban farms and historic sites like The New York Botanical Garden, Arthur Avenue and Bartow-Pell Mansion Museum. Each month features a unique theme and includes a catered lunch. All ages are welcome! All ticket proceeds go direct-ly to support the commu-nity gardens you visit. For more information call 718.590.3518 or visit
www.ilovethebronx.com
2015 Schedule: May 9, June 6, July 11, August 8,
September 5, October 24
The Bronx County Historical Society disseminates information to the general public, students, historians, urban planners and staff of
other museums and libraries on the historical, social
and economic development of The Bronx. It utilizes its collections in exhibitions, both in-house
and traveling, historical research, production of publications, educational and cultural programming,
public lectures and walking tours, and in the operation of a research library, The Bronx County
Archives and two historic houses as museums:
the Edgar Allan Poe Cottage and the Valentine-Varian House/Museum of Bronx History.
The Bronx County Historical Society 3309 Bainbridge Avenue
The Bronx, New York 10467 (718) 881-8900 / fax (718) 881-4827
www.bronxhistoricalsociety.org
Visit Us on Facebook, Youtube, & Twitter
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SPRING FOR THE BRONX ACTION TOURS April is a great time to Spring for The Bronx! The first three Saturdays of the month, the Bronx Trolley takes visitors on three sepa-rate interactive tours throughout the borough. Visit national landmarks, canoe the Bronx River, walk the iconic New York Botanical Garden, learn about the rich nautical history of City Island and take a boat ride/fishing trip on the Long Island Sound. For information on individual tours, call 718.590.3518 or visit www.ilovethebronx.com 2015 Schedule: April 4, 11, 18
FALL FOR THE BRONX ACTION TOURS October is a great time to Fall for The Bronx! The first three Saturdays of the month, the Bronx Trolley takes visitors on three separate interactive tours throughout the borough. Visit national landmarks, canoe the Bronx River, walk the iconic New York Botanical Garden, learn about the rich nautical history of City Island and take a boat ride/fishing trip on the Long Island Sound. For information on individual tours, call 718.590.3518 or visit www.ilovethebronx.com 2015 Schedule: October 3, 10, 17
Photo Credit: Olga Luz Tirado
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MANSIONS & COTTAGES: HISTORIC HOMES & GARDENS OF THE BRONX Visit the homes where Edgar Allan Poe and Mark Twain once lived. See the place where General George Washington hid from the enemy. Explore a 19th-century Greek Revival mansion and its carriage house and stroll the early 20th-century formal sunken garden. Learn about the rich history of the 62nd county of New York: The Bronx. For information on tickets call 718.590.3518 or visit www.ilovethebronx.com 2015 Schedule: April 18; May 28; June 13;
July 16; August 29; September 3; October 10
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BUS AND
WALKING TOURS
DISCOVER THE GRAND CONCOURSE Take a stroll up the famous Grand Boulevard & Concourse. Tours include interior stops at specific buildings & feature in-depth discussions focusing on Art Deco architecture and life on the Grand Concourse during the 20th century. Contact Sam Goodman at
718.665.1124 or email at [email protected]
SUSAN SEZ WALKABOUTS SusanSez NYC Walkabouts offer food tours of Arthur Avenue and other neighborhoods to sample unique cuisines. Custom Itineraries and group tour rates are available. Find out
more at www.susansez.com
NOSH THE BRONX with NOSHWALKS Noshwalks, a food tour company, offers six different walking tours of New York City's only "mainland" borough, combining fascinating eats with local culture and history! Email [email protected] or log onto
www.noshwalks.com for more info.
THE BRONX RENAISSANCE TOUR A cultural and historical walking tour of the Lower Grand Concourse area. Explore the birth of The Bronx as a diverse urban center. For more information log onto
www.insideouttours.com
BRONX URBAN ART TOURS Take a guided Bronx Urban Art Tour and view the latest outdoor murals. This special tour grants visitors an insider's view of the sites and details of the artist and the history and community/business that serves as a backdrop for this unique art form. See the finest outdoor murals and meet some of the artists on site. This Tour is in partnership with the TAG Public Arts Project - A gallery of artists
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from around the world. For more information
go to www.bronxhistoricaltours.com
THE BIRTHPLACE OF HIP HOP TOUR Tour focuses on the genuine origins and four core elements of hip-hop culture: rapping, DJing, graffiti art, and breakdancing. Relive a piece of American History and ride with hip-hop legends, enthusiasts, and beats to experience the genre’s humble beginnings. Celebrity guides take you through the neigh-borhoods in The Bronx to retrace the origins of hip-hop culture. visit www.hushtours.com for
complete schedule.
BIG APPLE GREETER A non-profit organization that matches world-wide visitors with friendly Bronxites who are happy to share the borough they love. A visit with a Greeter leaves a lasting impression of the city, the warmth of its people, and the diversity of its neighborhoods.
www.bigapplegreeter.org
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SHOPPING
SERVICES & SUPPLIERS
BUSINESS & MERCHANTS
ASSOCIATIONS
161st ST. BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT 900 Grand Concourse, Ground Floor Bronx, NY 10451 | 718.590.5433
www.161bid.org
BELMONT BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT 2469 Arthur Ave | Bronx, NY 10458
917.294.8259 | www.bronxlittleitaly.com
BRONX CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 1200 Waters Pl #106 | Bronx, NY 10461
718.828.3900 | www.bronxchamber.org
FORDHAM ROAD BUSINES IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT 2488 Grand Concourse, Room 413 Bronx, NY 10458 | 718.562.2104
www.fordhamroadbid.org
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HUB - 3rd AVE. BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT 384 East 149th St., Suite # 400
Bronx, NY 10455 | 718.665.3983
JEROME - EAST GUN HILL ROAD BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT 3400 Reservoir Oval East | Bronx, NY 10467
718.324.4946 | www.jeromegunhillbid.org
KINGSBRIDGE BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT 5760 Broadway | Bronx, NY 10463
718.432.6935 | www.kingsbridgebid.org
SOUTHERN BOULEVARD BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT 1029 East 163rd St, Suite 201 Bronx, NY 10459 | 718.974.2990
www.southernblvdbid.org
WESTCHESTER SQUARE BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT 25 Westchester Square, 2nd Floor Bronx, NY 10461 | 718.597.4629
www.wsbid.org
WHITE PLAINS ROAD BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT 2300 Olinville Ave | Bronx, NY 10467
718.881.3086 | www.pelhamparkway.com
COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES
ALBERT EINSTEIN COLLEGE OF MEDICINE AT YESHIVA UNIVERSITY 1300 Morris Park Ave | Bronx, NY 10461
718.430.2000 | www.einstein.yu.edu
BORICUA COLLEGE 890 Washington Ave | Bronx, NY 10451
347.964.8600 | www.boricuacollege.edu
BRONX COMMUNITY COLLEGE 2155 University Ave | Bronx, NY 10453
718.289.5100 | www.bcc.cuny.edu
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COLLEGE OF MOUNT SAINT VINCENT 6301 Riverdale Ave | Bronx, NY 10471
718.405.3200 | www.mountsaintvincent.edu
EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 500 Grand Concourse | Bronx, NY 10451
718.518.4100 | www.hostos.cuny.edu
FORDHAM UNIVERSITY 441 East Fordham Rd | Bronx, NY 10458
718.817.1000 | www.fordham.edu
LEHMAN COLLEGE 250 Bedford Park Blvd West | Bronx, NY 10468
718.960.8000 | www.lehman.edu
MANHATTAN COLLEGE 4513 Manhattan College Pkwy Bronx, NY 10463 | 718.862.8000
www.manhattan.edu
MONROE COLLEGE 2501 Jerome Ave | Bronx, NY 10468
718.933.6700 | www.monroecollege.edu
SUNY MARITIME COLLEGE 6 Pennyfield Ave | Bronx, NY 10465
718.409.7200 | www.sunymaritime.edu
HOSPITALS
BRONX LEBANON HOSPITAL CENTER 1650 Grand Concourse | Bronx, NY 10457
718.590.1800 | www.bronxcare.org
CALVARY HOSPITAL 1740 Eastchester Rd | Bronx, NY 10461
718.518.2000 | www.calvaryhospital.org
HEBREW HOSPITAL HOME 801 Co-Op City Blvd | Bronx, NY 10475 718.239.6444 |
www.hebrewhospitalhome.org
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JACOBI MEDICAL CENTER 1400 Pelham Pkwy S | Bronx, NY 10461
718.918.5000 | www.jacobimed.org
MONTEFIORE MEDICAL CENTER
111 East 210th St | Bronx, NY 10467 718.920.4321 | www.montefiore.org
NORTH CENTRAL BRONX HOSPITAL 3424 Kossuth Ave | Bronx, NY 10467 718.882.9610 www.nyc.gov/html/hhc/ncbh/html/home/
home.shtml
ST. BARNABAS HOSPITAL 4422 3rd Ave | Bronx, NY 10457
718.960.9000 | www.stbarnabashospital.org
MEETING FACILITIES /
CATERING HALLS
ANDREW FREEDMAN HOME 1125 Grand Concourse | Bronx, NY 10452 718.293.8100 |
www.andrewfreedmancomplex.com
BRONX ZOO 2300 Southern Blvd | Bronx, NY 10460
718.367.1010 | www.bronxzoo.com
HALL OF FAME FOR GREAT AMERICANS 2155 University Ave | Bronx, NY 10453 718.289.5170 | www.bcc.cuny.edu/
hallofFame
LEHMAN CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS 250 Bedford Park Blvd W | Bronx, NY 10468
718.960.8833 | www.lehmancenter.org
PELHAM BAY & SPLIT ROCK GOLF COURSE 870 Shore Rd | Bronx, NY 10464
718.885.1258 | www.pelhamsplitrock.com
PREGONES THEATER 575 Walton Ave | Bronx, NY 10451
718.585.1202 | www.pregonesprtt.org
SHOPPING
SERVICES & SUPPLIERS
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BRONX MUSEUM OF THE ARTS 1040 Grand Concourse | Bronx, NY 10456
718.681.6000 | www.bronxmuseum.org
NEW YORK BOTANICAL GARDEN 2900 Southern Blvd | Bronx, NY 10458
718.817.8700 | www.nybg.org
WAVE HILL 675 W 252nd St | Bronx, NY 10471
718.549.3200 | www.wavehill.org
YANKEE STADIUM 1 E 161st St | Bronx, NY 10451 718.293.4300 |
www.newyork.yankees.mlb.com
REAL ESTATE
KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY NYC GROUP INC. 2300 Eastchester Rd | Bronx, NY 10469 845.304.5745 | 718.697.6800
KZA REALTY GROUP, INC. 1200 Waters Place, M114 | Bronx, NY 10461 718.829.5775 | 347.386.9452
www.kzarealty.com
SANDRA ERICKSON REAL ESTATE, INC. 1394 Clay Ave Ste. 1C | Bronx, NY 10456
718.293.3344 | www.serebronx.com
GREGORY TSOUGRANIS 2300 Eastchester Rd | Bronx, NY 10469 718.697.6800 | 646.919.8107
ORLANDO MARIN Tórtola Property Management Corp. 753 Kelly St Ste 1 | Bronx, NY 10455 347.603.0063 | 917.417.4642 [email protected]
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