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The restaurants in Armonk serve the following cuisines:

Restaurants - American New
Restaurants - Café, Coffee Shops & Tea
Restaurants - Chinese Food
Restaurants - Diners and Sandwich Shops
Restaurants - Eclectic Cuisine
Restaurants - Farm-to-Table
Restaurants - Italian Food
Restaurants - Japanese & Sushi
Restaurants - Mexican Food
Restaurants - Pizza
Restaurants - Specialties
Restaurants - Steak & Seafood
Restaurants - Sushi

Restaurants - American New Cuisine
New American cuisine has its roots in California cuisine. New American food, often similar to Contemporary American, emphasizes a seasonal menu. Dishes are often created based on the availability of fresh ingredients from local farmers and ranchers.

For Restaurants - American New in Armonk visit:

Moderne Barn
Opus 465
Restaurant North
Route 22 American Restaurant & Bar

For Restaurants - Café, Coffee Shops & Tea in Armonk visit:

Loaf Bakery & Cafe

Restaurants - Chinese Food Cuisine
The Chinese believe that the preparation of food is an art. The art of cooking Chinese food can include dishes and food preparation techniques which are difficult to develop and may require the expertise of a chef with lots of experience.

For Restaurants - Chinese Food in Armonk visit:

David Chen Restaurant "Chinese food"

For Restaurants - Diners and Sandwich Shops in Armonk visit:

Tazza Cafe, Coffee & Espresso Bar

For Restaurants - Eclectic Cuisine in Armonk visit:

Beehive Restaurant

For Restaurants - Farm-to-Table in Armonk visit:

Restaurant North

Restaurants - Italian Food Cuisine
Eating Italian food can offer a satisfying and healthy meal. Italian food is varied, abundant in selection, and unique to many of the 20 regions of Italy. Select a fine Italian restaurant from our list of Italian restaurants in Westchester.

For Restaurants - Italian Food in Armonk visit:

Amore Pizzeria & Pasta
Enzo's Antichi Sapori Restaurant
Gavi

Restaurants - Japanese & Sushi Cuisine
Are you looking for a good Japanese restaurant in Westchester County? Find excellent Japanese food at restaurants in Westchester, New York when you select from The Westchester Restaurant Guide's list of restaurants.

For Restaurants - Japanese & Sushi in Armonk visit:

Kira Asian Bistro + Sushi Bar
Made in Asia, Bistro and Sushi Bar

Restaurants - Mexican Food Cuisine
Mexican food varies by region. Recipes and ingredients from many countries such as Africa, South America, and France influenced Mexican food. Select from a list of many fine Mexican restaurants in Westchester County and the Hudson River Valley.

For Restaurants - Mexican Food in Armonk visit:

Mariachi Mexico

Restaurants - Pizza Cuisine
Almost all Americans can relate to the mouth-watering experience of biting into a crusty and piping-hot pizza dripping with melted mozzarella and juicy tomato sauce Select your favorite Pizza restaurant from our list of Pizzarias.

For Restaurants - Pizza in Armonk visit:

Amore Pizzeria & Pasta
Broadway North Pizzeria
Fernando's Pizzeria

For Restaurants - Specialties in Armonk visit:

Made in Asia, Bistro and Sushi Bar

For Restaurants - Steak & Seafood in Armonk visit:

Marc Charles Steakhouse

Restaurants - Sushi Cuisine
Are you looking for places to eat sushi? Find the best sushi restaurants in Westchester County when you select a restaurant from the Westchester Restaurant Guide's list of places to sushi and sashimi.

For Restaurants - Sushi in Armonk visit:

Kira Asian Bistro + Sushi Bar
Made in Asia, Bistro and Sushi Bar

Armonk is located in the Town of North Castle in the eastern part of Westchester County, NY. The Town of North Castle comprises approximately 26 square miles and is situated at the narrow waist of Westchester County. The bulk of the Town's land area lies north of this corner, but the most densely populated part of the town lies to the south. The Kensico Reservoir separates these two parts of North Castle. The Town of North Castle is divided into three distinct geographic areas: North White Plains, Armonk, and the Eastern District, the hamlet of Banksville.

History of Armonk
It is believed that the Town of North Castle was originally inhabited by the Siwanoy, part of the Wappinger Confederacy and members of the Algonquin nation. The Siwanoy were taken by force in 1644 by Europeans. In the early 1700s, King William gave his favorite courtiers the West Patent, of which the western portion of North Castle was a part, and the Middle Patent, the eastern part of North Castle. At one time, North Castle included all the territory that became incorporated as New Castle in 1791. The territory comprising both towns was once part of the Parish of Rye organized in 1693.

The area quickly became a refuge for people fleeing from religious persecution. People from Massachusetts and Connecticut settled the eastern part of North Castle, while Quakers from Rye and Long Island gathered in Armonk. By 1730, North Castle was an established settlement.

The Town of North Castle was incorporated on March 7, 1788. North Castle's name is said to derive from a barrier built by the Mohican people to protect themselves from enemy attacks which stood on the hillside now occupied by the international headquarters of I.B.M. Corporation. They called the site "North Fort" and European settlers later gave it the name of North Castle. The name Armonk is derived from another Mohican word, 'Cohamoog', which means 'the wide, flat place where the water runs'.

During the American Revolution, New and North Castle were officially considered neutral territory. However, the area was strongly patriotic. One significant Revolutionary War conflict did occur in North Castle, "The Battle of White Plains". This battle of October 28, 1776 was a series of short skirmishes between General George Washington's small American army and General William Howe's much larger British & Hessian force. Although the British eventually won the confrontation, forcing Washington's troops to retreat, Howe never followed up this advantage by pursuing and capturing the American army. Thus, the battle served as a delaying action that allowed Washington's troops to withdraw to safety in New Jersey. As a result, many historians feel that the battle marked an important turning point in the war.

During the Revolutionary War, the Elijah Miller house in North White Plains served, several times, as the headquarters of General George Washington. A few miles to the west (now known as Mount Kisco) St. George's Church (North Castle Church) served as a camp and hospital. A young Frenchman's diary dated July 6, 1781, reported of the area: "This whole country gives evidence of the horrors of war... All the Whigs here have abandoned their houses. Among them are some very handsome ones, deserted, half destroyed, or burned, with untended orchards and gardens filled with fruits and vegetables and driveways overgrown with grass two feet high."

Point of Interest: The American Revolution in Westchester County and the Hudson River Valley

Point of Interest: Smith's Tavern in Armonk is believed to have been built in the late 1700's. John Smith, a former captain in the Continental Army, operated the house as a tavern, site of town meetings, colonial militia headquarters, post office, and stopping place for the Danbury stage as early as 1797. Smith's son Samuel continued to operate the tavern until his own death in 1884. Since 1974, the building has belonged to the North Castle Historical Society and is now open to the public as a museum.

During the early part of the 19th century, most North Castle residents were farmers. However, several small "cottage industries" did exist. For example, some farmers supplemented their income by becoming shoemakers or shirtmakers. The coming of the railroad in the 1840's marked the beginning of the shift away from the region's agricultural way of life. However, towns without the railroad, such as North Castle, suffered economically. North Castle was also hurt economically by the Industrial Revolution since new manufacturing techniques made the local cottage industries impractical. From 1860 to 1900, North Castle's population declined from 2,200 to 1,470.

Point of Interest: The Underground Railroad, which helped runaway slaves travel to freedom in Canada, operated a "station" between Armonk and North White Plains.

By the early 20th century, North Castle's economy improved dramatically due to the New York City purchase of reservoir land and the building of the Kensico Dam in Valhalla (1909-1915) which used North Castle granite. Many of the European immigrant stone masons who built the dam later settled in the town's Quarry Heights section.

About Armonk
For information about activities, attractions, things to do and places to go, in or near Armonk, visit local and parks in Armonk and nearby towns. Play golf at some of the country's best golf courses in Westchester New York. The Canyon Club, founded in 1974, is a private golf and country club nestled on 160 glorious acres overlooking the hamlet of Armonk. The 6,350 yard championship golf course, with superb conditions, is right at home in Westchester County - an area well known for a world-class golf experience. Visit the antique shops in Armonk. Select from a wide range of outdoor activities in Armonk and the greater Westchester County. Go fishing in Armonk, biking, or take the kids on a picnic at one of the many beautiful parks in the area. Plan a Nature Study walk at Wampus Pond Park in Armonk. Children and adults of all ages will enjoy the beauty of the countryside.

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