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EXPLORING OFF CAMPUS
When your work on campus is done and you are ready to explore, eat, or have fun with
colleagues or family, there is plenty to do and see nearby!
Off-Campus Dining
The north shore of Long Island offers many restaurant, bar and dining options. From
more upscale, to cozy, comfortable atmosphere, the links below provide options that
will fit many of your needs...or cravings!
- Mirabelle Tavern: The historic Three Village Inn's elegant eatery offers chef Guy Reuge's refined French cuisine
- Ruth's Chris Steak House: Outpost of upmarket steakhouse chain known for sizzling, butter-topped beef in an elegant setting
- Spiro's: Chops & seafood served in old-world stucco building with colorful art, plus bar with martini menu
- Vintage Steak House:Lodgelike chophouse with steer-themed decor pairs high-end steaks & fish with an ample wine list
- Insignia Prime Steak & Sushi: Upscale steakhouse & sushi bar features colorful decor, glass wine display & patio with fireplace.
- Ruvo: Local restaurant & bar chain serving a la carte & fixed-price Italian menus in a warm setting
- H20 Seafood & Sushi: Creative, upmarket sushi & seafood are offered in a relaxed setting with a nautical theme & patio
- Taj Crown of India: An Indian restaurant, which serves autentic Indian cuisine and offers a delightful experience
For more casual dining options nearby, visit the Lake Grove Diner, Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza, Se-port Delicatessen, Red Tiger Dumpling House, Del Fuego and The Bench Bar & Grill.
Local Villages, Movies & Shopping
Whether you want to grab a cup of coffee, get a bite to eat or do some shopping, Stony Brook Village has endless possibilities packed into one quaint little village, and is just minutes
from campus. Visitors can also head to the popular Tanger Outlets in Deer Park or Riverhead.
Port Jefferson, affectionately referred to as "Port Jeff," is a 10-minute drive east of Stony Brook
on 25A. Known as "Seawolves Country," this is where you will find an abundance of
gift shops, bakeries, bars and seafood restaurants. Wandering through the picturesque
main street will surely allow you to satisfy your appetite any day of the week. If
you want to take in a movie, there are lots to choose from at the AMC Loews Stony Brook 17.
Historic Attractions
The Stony Brook Grist Mill is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The mill was used by farmers
to grind corn and wheat up until the 1940s. Guided tours are given by millers on weekends
from spring through fall.
The Long Island Museum has been accredited by the American Association of Museums since 1973. In 2006, the
museum joined a small group of museums as a Smithsonian Affiliate. Its collections
include more than 40,000 items dating from the late 1700s to present.
Sagamore Hill was the home of Theodore Roosevelt, 26th President of the United States, from 1885
until his death in 1919. Often referred to as his "Summer White House," this lovely
home was the focus of international attention during his presidency.
The Vanderbilt Museum is a combination mansion, marine and natural history museum, planetarium and park.
Through the preservation of William K. Vanderbilt’s beautiful estate, this attraction
also honors his curiosity and pursuit of knowledge about the diversity of life, other
cultures and science.
Outdoor Fun
Parks & Preserves:
Avalon Park & Preserve features quiet trails meandering around a pond filled with swans, geese and ducks,
through woods, and small meadows. Best of all, there is no entrance fee, dogs are
welcome,and some trails are bike-friendly so feel free to make this small park your daily
escape.
The "Discovery" Wetlands Cruise is a 27-passenger vessel departing from the Boatworks Marina and cruising through
88 acres of wetlands for an hour and a half. An on-board naturalist from the Stony
Brook University School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences (SoMAS) describes the native
flora and fauna while you enjoy the breeze. Cruises are scheduled from May through
October based on tide tables. For more information or to schedule a cruise, call 631-751-2244.
National Wildlife Refuge, Wertheim is a 2,550 acre refuge on the south shore of Long Island and is bisected by the Carmans
River; a New York state designated scenic river and one of the largest on the island.
National Wildlife Refuge, Target Rock is an 80 acre refuge located on the north short of Long Island in the Village of
Llyod Harbor, 25 miles east of New York City.
Elizabeth A. Morton National Wildlife Refuge, a 187-acre peninsula on Noyack and Little Peconic Bays, boasts exceptionally diverse
habitats. Sandy and rocky beaches fringe the peninsula, while wooded bluffs overlook
the Bays. Morton consists of upland forest, fields, ponds, salt marsh, beach and a
lagoon. These habitats are used by a variety of wildlife including white-tailed deer,
eastern chipmunk, painted turtles, green frogs, songbirds and osprey. Waterfowl, such
as long-tailed duck, common goldeneye and white-winged scoter, are common during the
winter months, while piping plover, terns, and other water birds use the beach during
the spring and summer months.
More Long Island Attractions
A comprehensive guide to local attractions is available at Discover Long Island. Be sure to check out their guides to award-winning wineries and breathtaking beaches, plus golfing, farms and orchards, and other family-friendly activities.
Splish Splash is a 96-acre water park with more than 30 rides for beating the heat from May through
September. Ranked as the third best water park in the country by Travel Channel, it
will provide a memorable day for you and your group!
Visit "Beyond the Brook" for more information or check out the NYC Official Guide for activities in New York City.