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Rockville Centre

A South Shore village in the Town of Hempstead.

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September 19, 2026
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Sage & Sea, the Next Act for Rockville Centre's Aperitif Bistro, Is Nearly Ready
Food & Drink

Sage & Sea, the Next Act for Rockville Centre's Aperitif Bistro, Is Nearly Ready

by Long Island Wave ·

Aperitif Bistro closed in July for a full renovation. It returns as Sage & Sea Coastal Kitchen & Bar, with a September reopening in sight and the bar ready to pour.

The Little Prince Has a Cafe in Rockville Centre Now, and It Opens at 5:30 a.m.
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The Little Prince Has a Cafe in Rockville Centre Now, and It Opens at 5:30 a.m.

by Long Island Wave ·

A Little Prince-themed cafe is open at 239 Sunrise Hwy in Rockville Centre: 5:30 a.m. starts for the LIRR crowd, midnight closes Thursday to Saturday.

Rockville Centre's Craft-Night Studios Can Now Pour the Wine Themselves, a Day Apart
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Rockville Centre's Craft-Night Studios Can Now Pour the Wine Themselves, a Day Apart

by Long Island Wave ·

Modern Terrarium Bar and Wine & Design, both on Village Avenue in Rockville Centre, can now serve drinks at their workshops for the first time, a day apart.

Dodici Is Back: Rockville Centre's Italian Mainstay Since 1992 Reopens Under New Owners
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Dodici Is Back: Rockville Centre's Italian Mainstay Since 1992 Reopens Under New Owners

by Long Island Wave ·

Dodici, the Italian dining room on Rockville Centre's North Park Avenue since 1992, has reopened under new owners with a ribbon cutting on August 19.

Rockville Centre's Chat Noir Corner Has a Taker, and the Trail Points to Lynbrook's Gourmology
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Rockville Centre's Chat Noir Corner Has a Taker, and the Trail Points to Lynbrook's Gourmology

by Long Island Wave ·

A restaurant called Gourmand is coming to 230 Merrick Road in Rockville Centre, the corner dark since Chat Noir closed in November.

Best Restaurants in Rockville Centre 🍝
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Best Restaurants in Rockville Centre 🍝

by Long Island Wave

Looking for a new location to visit for your next meal? Rockville Centre is full of delicious spots that are worth dining at. Read our list below to learn about some of the best restaurants in Rockville

The Ainsworth Arrives at Rockville Centre
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The Ainsworth Arrives at Rockville Centre

by Long Island Wave

The Ainsworth restaurant chain has opened a location in Rockville Centre, bringing its luxurious menu and further fine dining options to the village. With locations all over from Midtown to Chelsea and even other states…

Sup Vietnamese Will Pour in Jericho, and the Corner That Kept Closing Restaurants Gets Its Best Shot Yet
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Sup Vietnamese Will Pour in Jericho, and the Corner That Kept Closing Restaurants Gets Its Best Shot Yet

by Long Island Wave ·

The pho group behind Stony Brook, Massapequa and Rockville Centre will pour cocktails, wine and beer at 399 Jericho Turnpike, the corner that closed Lisbon Cafe and Cozumel.

Molloy College Announces Drive-in Graduation Ceremony
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Molloy College Announces Drive-in Graduation Ceremony

by Long Island Wave

Taking place on May 18 and 19, 2021 will be a unique in-person graduation ceremony conducted by Molloy College in Rockville Centre. The typical ceremony, which would have had families in the audience of Molloy’s Madison…

Boston's Rock and Roll Ice Cream Shop Is Now Scooping a Block From the Mineola LIRR
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Boston's Rock and Roll Ice Cream Shop Is Now Scooping a Block From the Mineola LIRR

by Long Island Wave ·

Emack & Bolio's, born in a Brookline basement as an after-hours hangout for rock musicians in 1975, is open at 194 Second Street in Mineola.

A March to Remember: The Top Memorial Day Parades on Long Island
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A March to Remember: The Top Memorial Day Parades on Long Island

by Long Island Wave

Embark on a journey through Long Island's top Memorial Day parades. Discover vibrant displays of community spirit, patriotic grandeur, and profound remembrance, as we salute our fallen

The Best Farmer's Markets on Long Island: Fresh and Local Finds
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The Best Farmer's Markets on Long Island: Fresh and Local Finds

by Long Island Wave

Explore the top farmer's markets on Long Island, where you can find the freshest produce, artisanal goods, and support local farmers. Experience the #LIWAVE of farm-to-table

Farm to Table Paradise: Long Island's Best Farmers Markets for Fresh Local Produce
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Farm to Table Paradise: Long Island's Best Farmers Markets for Fresh Local Produce

by Long Island Wave

Unearth Long Island's freshest local produce and artisanal delights at the region's top farmers markets. Experience the vibrant flavors and support local