Spuyten Duyvil is an idyllic mix of city and suburb, with green, hilly streets that overlook the Hudson River and big-city amenities directly south in Manhattan. It’s hard to find a neighborhood in the city that strikes a more perfect balance than this.
The People
The demographics for the neighborhood are as follows:
- 62.8% White
- 21.4% Hispanic
- 8.3% Black
- 4.7% Asian
- 2.7% Other
The Food
Spuyten Duyvil is a very tranquil residential neighborhood, and doesn’t feature an abundance of restaurants. However, there are a couple of neighborhood joints that serve up familiar New York favorites:
- Siam Square Thai Cuisine – Thai restaurant serving curries, noodles & rice dishes in a low-key neighborhood environment.
- Famous Pizza Express – Famous Pizza Express has established a reputation for providing highest quality food, excellent customer service and speedy delivery to customers in the Bronx area
The Vibe
The neighborhood is a wonderful mix of city and suburb. It offers the amenities and proximity to Manhattan that many New Yorkers desire. That’s mixed with the idyllic, leafy setting perched on a bluff overlooking the Hudson River and Spuyten Duyvil Creek.
This quiet, restful setting has proven to be popular with older Manhattanites looking for a little more peace in their life. However, word is getting out about the perfect balance that the neighborhood strikes, and younger 20-somethings, professionals, and families are making their way up to the Bronx to be a part of the idyllic community themselves.
The Setting
Spuyten Duyvil is in the southwestern corner of the Bronx, directly north of Inwood Manhattan. It is situated on a bluff overlooking the Hudson River, on the west, and Spuyten Duyvil Creek to the south. Riverdale Ave and Tibbett Ave border the neighborhood to the east, and W 232nd St borders it to the north.
Spuyten Duyvil Attractions
- Henry Hudson Park – This small park features popular playgrounds, basketball courts, a baseball diamond, handball courts. It also features a monument to Henry Hudson.
- Ewen Park – This hillside park features a dog run, splash fountain, and basketball courts.
- Spuyten Duyvil Shorefront Park – This green space is situated on a bluff overlooking the Hudson River and Spuyten Duyvil Creek. It features beautiful green space, and phenomenal views.
Nightlife
Spuyten Duyvil doesn’t have any nightlife or bars within the confines of the neighborhood itself, but it features many options nearby: from eclectic neighborhood bars in the Bronx to world-class entertainment in Manhattan.
Moving Here
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