Scarsdale's Best Bites

Area restaurants, grocers, delis and gourmet shops offer a varied choice of delectable treats.  Whether you’re looking for a hearty Italian meal or a dietetic treat, there’s something for everyone within the boundaries of our zip code. Below are a few of our favorites. What do you crave? Add to the list by sending in your secrets in the Comments section below:

Have you had the Mozzi Sandwich from Michael’s Gourmet?  It’s a satisfying combination of fresh mozzarella, tomato and basil dressing.
Michael’s Gourmet Food Shop, 13 Spencer Place -723-3024


Guests for dinner? Serve them the ultimate dessert … the Renaissance Cake from La Renaissance Bakery –layers of almond meringue filled with chocolate cream, mocha buttercream and whipped cream, surrounded by slivered almonds.  Go for it!
La Renaissance, 9 Harwood Court – 472-0702



Veal Martini from Moscato – no matter how many times we order it, we want to have it again!
Moscato - 874 Scarsdale Avenue - 723-5700


Whether you like ‘em hot, extra hot or with Chernobyl sauce, the Buffalo Chicken Wings from the Candlelight Inn are famous. 519 Central Park Ave - 472-9706



Looking for a healthy lunch? One reader swears by Mrs. Green’s fresh-made soups. Try the vegetable or chicken soup from Mrs. Green's Natural Market, 780 White Plains Rd.  -- 472-0111



Trader Joe’s Non-Fat Plain Frozen Yogurt is as the carton says, “pleasantly tart” like Pinkberry, but much lower in cost.  It’s only $3.49 for an entire quart.  Try it!
Trader Joe’s, 727 White Plains Rd - 472-2988



Grandma’s Pizza – Here’s one you may not have tasted: a thin crispy Sicilian pie crust with ripe san marziano plum tomatoes, fresh garlic and fresh basil -- from the Scarsdale Pizza Station, 844 Scarsdale Avenue – 723-4700



Another guilt-free lunch is the Corfu Salad at Metro Deli – oversized with scallions, dill, feta, tomatoes and olives. Metro Deli at 4 Palmer Avenue or 878 Scarsdale Avenue - 713-0309
    

For an afternoon boost, sip a cool, refreshing Sorbet Sipper.  It’s a sweet mixture of sorbet and fruit juice available at Haagen-Dazs, 19 Spencer Place -723-7990
 
Need to feed the family? Stop by Mona Lisa Salumeria for Chicken Balsamico. Go early as they often run out.  Mona Lisa Salumeria, 829 Post Rd - 723-3493


No list would be complete without mentioning Lange's.  A fresh turkey on rye with russian is our favorite but their extensive menu of sandwiches, panninis and salads offers something special for every customer. 57 Spencer Place - 472-0330
 
We’re sure there are more great tastes out there, so add them to the list.