By Julie Gilgoff
The town of Riverhead, Long Island, has numerous attractions including a raceway, Marine World, a golf course,
beach and the Long Island Railroad museum. It also contains community parks with trails and playgrounds. There is a large Polish population in Riverhead as well as an abundance of authentic restaurants and delis. Make sure to try some pierogies and piwo (traditional Polish beer) on your next visit to this charming neighborhood.
Birchwood Restaurant
Birchwood is a popular restaurant because of its wide variety of American and Eastern European dishes. Stuffed cabbage, cabbage and noodles, as well as its sandwiches and calamari all come highly recommended. Birchwood offers a casual dining experience and also can be rented out for private parties.
Birchwood
512 Pulaski St.
Riverhead, NY 11901
(631) 727-4449
Wisla Delicacy Deli Corp.
When you dine at Wisla you'll feel like you're in Eastern Europe. The restaurant has a Polish manager and chef who prepares classic dishes such as blintzes and pierogies. For those beer aficionados out there, you will be able to sample Polish brews that you've surely never tried before. So ask the bilingual waiters for a Piwo, relax and enjoy this authentic dining experience.
Wisla Delicacy Deli Corp.
125 W. Main St.
Riverhead, NY 11901
(631) 369-2102
Polish Town Deli
Visit the Polish Town Deli to dine in for lunch or dinner. Or, you could choose from its delicious takeout menu of entrees and sandwiches. Bring some quality meat home with you to remember your visit to Riverhead. This deli is conveniently located in downtown Riverhead, a short walk from the bus stop, and offers a family-friendly dining experience with spacious tables and friendly waitstaff.
Polish Town Deli
432 Pulaski St.
Riverhead, NY 11901
(631) 727-3199
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About the Author:
Juile Gilgoff began writing freelance for publications including "New York Newsday" in the year 2005. She was a foreign correspondent in Buenos Aires for "The Jerusalem Post." Writing samples, including reviews of her first book, can be found on her website. Gilgoff graduated from Barnard College, Phi Beta Kappa, with a Bachelor of Arts in history and a Master of Arts in education.
