ALVIN AND FRIENDS RESTAURANT

Described by The New York Times as "a darling of downtown New Rochelle," Alvin & Friends- selected by Westchester Magazine for its roundup of the "Best of Westchester" yet again in 2021 - serves contemporary cuisine with Southern and Caribbean flavors. Alvin & Friends - Zagat rated 26 for food, 26 for décor and 26 for service - combines urban sophistication with comfortable elegance: Wooden panels inset with glass windows carve the main room into cozy dining areas, while dramatic iron-and-hemp chandeliers accent the high ceilings and provide a counterpoint to the colorful artwork that covers the walls. Indeed, the dozens of stunning, Matisse-inspired oil paintings - created by owner Alvin Clayton - are part of the restaurant's signature look... My love of cooking and entertaining began at an early age. I grew up in Trinidad, influenced by the warmth and hospitality of my grandparents. After college, in between modeling jobs, I worked as a waiter in several Manhattan restaurants. It..

Primary location: New Rochelle United States