North Fork Eatery Celebrates 50 Years + Mister Softee Opens + 1st-Ever Shake Shack On East End

LONG ISLAND, NY — Patch rounds up the week's top business buzz from across Long Island. Take a look at the week in review of new restaurants and shops, standout local artisans, the owners and managers who give our businesses heart and dedication, and foundations supporting important causes.

Hellenic Restaurant, Beloved North Fork Eatery, Celebrates 50 Years: 'Thank You For Being Part Of Our Story'

Hellenic Restaurant in East Marion, a beloved eatery that's been a touchstone for generations, is marking 50 years Saturday — and what's set to unfold is a night marked by the delicious fare and a welcoming atmosphere that's made everyone stepping inside for decades feel as beloved as family. Read more.

1st-Ever Shake Shack On East End Hosts Grand Opening At Tanger In Riverhead Tuesday

Crowds gathered Tuesday eagerly for their first tastes of the burgers, shakes, fries, and other delicious fare offered at the East End's inaugural Shake Shack, which held a grand opening at the new location at Tanger Riverhead. Read more.

The Best Ice Cream Parlors On Long Island With Some Sweet Treats To Beat The Heat

There's no shortage of ice cream shops on Long Island, so it should come as no surprise that there are more than a few that serve up some sweet treats to beat the heat as summer starts to sizzle. Read more.

Mister Softee Opens New Oakdale Shop On Sunrise Highway

Oakdale is getting a little sweeter. Mister Softee of Oakdale is celebrating its grand opening on July 1 at 4538 Sunrise Highway, according to a social media post from the shop. Read more.

Namkeen Opens First Long Island Location In Stony Brook On Friday

Namkeen, the fast-casual concept restaurant known for its bold flavors and signature Nashville hot chicken, is opening its first location on Long Island in Stony Brook this Friday. Read more.

Home Goods Slated To Open This Fall In Shirley

The latest local Home Goods store in eastern Suffolk County, which is under construction in Shirley, is expected to open this fall, sometime between late September and early October, a rep for the property owner recently told Patch. Read more.