Local's Corner: Oyster Bay, NY Best Kept Secrets

People power is at the heart of Discovery Map! Our Map-owners are our on-the-ground experts for their destination communities.

We once again sat down with Steven Sprachman, owner of Discovery Map Huntington, NY, this time talking about Oyster Bay, NY.

So, what are some things to do off the beaten path in Oyster Bay, NY?

20th Century Cycles at 101 Audrey Ave is a collection of motorcycles owned by Billy Joel. They are open on weekends and admission is free.

Next to 20th Century Cycles is Bahr Gallery. This gallery features posters from rock concerts of the 1960's. Check their website for days and times they are open.

The final suggestion for a visit to Oyster Bay is the Raynham Hall Museum at 30 West Main Street. The museum features local history related to the Culper Spy Ring with helped provide information about the British troop movements during the Revolutionary War. The front half of the house is decorated in the style of the 1770's and the back half is in the Victorian style.."

Where would someone find the best breakfast/brunch?

Tabby's at 28 Audrey Ave has breakfast 7 days a week. One of our favorite places for lunch is Sweet Tomato at 91 Audrey Ave. They are well known for their soups, salads, and wraps. Another suggestion for breakfast and lunch is Home Sweet Home Cafe at 19 Summit Street. Not only do they have standard deli food (soups, sandwiches, etc.), they specialize in foods from Chile.

What would you recommend for places to hear music?

Some of the bars may have bands playing on the weekends. During the summer and fall, local bands perform at several events. Cruise Nights are a weekly vintage car show held every Tuesday night from Memorial Day through Labor Day starting at 5:45 PM (weather permitting). Each week a different band performs. On Fridays in the Summer is Dancing In the Street with a DJ who plays a variety of music for dancing from ballroom, swing, line dancing, and freestyle.

Are there any historic sites can I see?

Oyster Bay is best known for President Teddy Roosevelt. Three miles from downtown is Sagamore Hill. Besides visiting the house, make sure you visit the Roosevelt Museum at Old Orchard. Also starting at the Museum is a nature trail that takes you to the shore of Cold Spring Harbor.

What makes this place special?

The town is quaint and historic. There are a variety of restaurants and shops. You can easily spend a full day in Oyster Bay.

Any other Recommendations for Oyster Bay?

You can always take a stroll on the scenic waterfront in Theodore Roosevelt Park, hike on the paved walkway along West Shore Road, or visit Theodore Rosevelt's gravesite at Young's Memorial Cemetery.