See Your City: St. George
Published 11/23/2016
Map out your St. George itinerary with these neighborhood hot spots.
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National Lighthouse Museum
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200 The Promenade at Lighthouse Point
Just inside the entrance of this museum, dedicated to the history of American lighthouses, is the Wall of Lights, a collection of more than 160 mini lighthouses. Sponsor one and you can have your name be a permanent part of the museum.
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St. George Theatre
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35 Hyatt St.
This lovingly restored vintage theater hosts a variety of concerts and big-name comedians, along with plenty of family-friendly fare. Look forward to stage productions of Alice in Wonderland and Madagascar, among others.
3
Flagship Brewing Company
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40 Minthorne St.
Looking for a local Staten Island brew? Flagship is as local as it gets: the brewery usually has five of its own beers on tap, one of which is typically a seasonal variety. Start with that—winter’s Flagship Wee Heavy, a malty reddish-brown brew.
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Hypno-Tronic Comics
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156 Stuyvesant Pl.
This comic-book emporium, known for its friendly service and massive selection, has something for every obsessive hobbyist. If you’re looking for a vintage series or hard-to-find collectibles, Hypno-Tronic has got you covered. It’s even developed its own limited-edition art souvenirs. First up: Zombie Liberty, which—you guessed it—is a zombified version of the Statue of Liberty.
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120 Bay Café
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120 Bay St.
This colorfully painted venue offers bar-food favorites like burgers, steaks and sandwiches. Add to that its pool table, karaoke nights and selection of beers, and you’ve got a great reason to make the short walk here from the ferry.
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Empire Outlets
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55 Richmond Terr.
Scheduled to open in March 2018, the Empire Outlets will be a major addition to St. George. The first and only shopping outlets in the City, they will anchor the retail scene on Staten Island’s up-and-coming waterfront.
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Pier 76
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76 Bay St.
Part eatery, part bar, this local Italian spot is steps away from the ferry terminal and serves up dishes like shrimp scampi and veal marsala. The vodka slice alone is worth the trip.
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River Dock Café
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St. George Ferry Terminal
Adjacent to the ferry terminal, this waterside restaurant specializes in seafood including raw oysters and steamed pots. There’s a large outdoor dining space and wall-to-wall glass windows to maximize diners’ views of the Manhattan skyline.
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Staten Island 9/11 Memorial
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St. George Esplanade
Along the North Shore waterfront, you’ll spot this pair of skyward-reaching wings. The interior walls of the sleek white structure hold plaques with the names, birth dates, job titles and silhouettes of the Staten Island victims of 9/11.
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Staten Island Yankees
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Richmond County Bank Ballpark
The minor league team’s home, Richmond County Bank Ballpark, has exceptional views of New York Harbor over its outfield wall. Postgame fireworks follow select home games.