'''Huntington''' is a town in Suffolk County, on Long Island in New York.
Get in
Huntington is easily accessible by car or train. The Long Island Rail Road from Manhattan stops in Huntington Station about a mile south of the village. Route 25A runs directly into Main Street and Route 110 North goes into the village as well. Route 110 is accessible by the Long Island Expressway and Northern State Parkway. It's a great day trip for anyone on Long Island, Manhattan, or Connecticut.
Get around
Huntington Village itself is completely walkable. Parking can be tight on a nice summer night, but generally there are enough parking spots to leave your car and walk around. The town also runs buses, but there is no real need to take one ever.
See
Do
'''Cinema Arts Center''' - Fun independent theater showcasing independent movies. On Main Street across from Hecksher Park.
'''Imac Theater''' - Small intimate concert venue for folk, blues, and jazz.
Buy
'''Soundtraks LTD''' - Located on New York Ave. just south of Main Street, Soundtraks is one of the last independent music stores left on Long Island. Soundtraks has an impressive folk music selection, as well as blues, jazz, and rock. It's a must go to for any music lover in the area.
'''Marshes''' - Marshes on Main Street, close to the intersection of New York Ave., is known for high-end fancy men's clothing.
Eat
Huntington is a paradise for food. The town offers more pizzerias and Mexican food than most other towns of its size. Food can range from $2 - $40 per person.
'''American Roadside Burger''' - offers some of the best hamburgers in town. The restaurant has become a local favorite and offers a laid-back atmosphere for a quick meal. Try the 4x4 (four hamburger patties, four buns). Located on New York Ave.
'''Mediterranean Snack Bar''' - is a Long Island favorite for Greek food. The food is always delicious, but the lines can be daunting on a Friday or Saturday night. Be prepared to pay in cash. Located on New York Ave.
'''Faz's Tex-Mex''' - Faz's Tex-Mex used to be two separate restaurants, but merged together several years ago. The food is great and super affordable (for $5 nachos you can easily feed three people). It's one of many Mexican food restaurants in Huntington and almost as good as Pancho's.
'''Little Vincent's Pizza''' - Little Vincent's was recently in the top 10 for local pizzerias in Newsday. The Little Vincent's slice is unique and amazing. Located on the corner of Main Street and New York Ave.
Oaxaca Mexican Restaurant. 85 New York Ave.. 631)547-1232. A small but friendly place with the some of the best authentic Mexican food on Long Island. Prices are cheap ranging from $1.99 tacos to the more expensive seafood dishes that go for $17 at most. The staff is really friendly so expect to have a chat with your waiter about any question you might have on the menu.
Drink
Huntington has a vibrant bar scene. Most bars are located along New York Ave. between High Street and Elm Street.
Sleep
Huntington Country Inn. 70 West Jericho Turnpike, Huntington Station, NY 11746. 00-739-5777. ttp://www.huntingtoncountryinn.com.
Understand
Huntington has a long and rich history. The town has a beautiful harbor that was once the backbone of the local economy. After World War II, Huntington's population boomed and much of the town today is suburban sprawl.
Huntington can refer to several things. Huntington Village refers to the commercial area along Main Street (25A) and New York Ave. Huntington Station is the southern part of New York Ave. (Route 110) close to where the train station is. The general name Huntington can refer to anything from the southern portion of Route 110 by the L.I.E (shopping malls, strip malls, and office space) to the village itself. There are several incorporated villages within Huntington including Huntington Bay and Northport. In general though, a trip to Huntington would mean a trip to the village or one of the nearby neighborhoods.
Get out
A drive down 25A will take you to a number of cute local towns. Northport is about 15 minutes east, Cold Spring Harbor is about 10 minutes west, Oyster Bay (home of Theodore Roosevelt) is about 15 minutes west.
Crab Meadow Beach, Sunken Meadow State Park, and Target Rock are all very close by. Ask locals for directions.
Vanderbilt's summer mansion is located in nearby Centerport (just west of Northport, about a 10 minute drive away). The Vanderbilt home is open to the public as a museum. There is also a planetarium on site. During the summer months, there are outdoor plays.