Albanian restaurants in Westchester County showcase the deep roots of the Albanian-American community across the lower Hudson Valley. Just north of New York City, Westchester has become a natural extension of the Albanian dining scene that thrives in the Bronx and Manhattan, many of the same families who built legendary restaurants in the city have expanded into Westchester’s suburban towns, bringing their commitment to quality, hospitality, and Mediterranean-inspired cuisine with them.
From a French brasserie in Larchmont and long-running Italian fine dining in Port Chester to traditional Albanian food and casual eateries in Yonkers, Westchester County offers a diverse range of Albanian-owned dining options. The county’s proximity to the Bronx, where one of the country’s most concentrated Albanian restaurant scenes exists, means that the culinary traditions flow seamlessly across the county line.
This guide covers Albanian-owned restaurants throughout Westchester County that are worth visiting. Whether you are part of the Albanian diaspora looking for familiar flavors and hospitality, a Westchester food lover exploring the county’s dining scene, or someone who wants to support Albanian-American small businesses, you will find something here.
This guide is based on publicly listed businesses in the ALB Connection directory, not a formal ranking or endorsement. If you know of an Albanian-owned restaurant in Westchester that should be included, let us know.
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Albanian-owned restaurants in Westchester are concentrated in several key towns across the county:
Yonkers, As the largest city in Westchester and the closest to the Bronx, Yonkers is home to several of the Albanian-owned food businesses in this guide. The Albanian community here has deep ties to the Bronx Albanian diaspora, and the restaurant scene reflects that connection. You will find everything from traditional Albanian eateries to Mediterranean-inspired spots and casual dining establishments. Albanian-owned businesses can be found along McLean Avenue and in the surrounding neighborhoods.
Port Chester, This diverse village on the Long Island Sound has become a dining destination in its own right, with Albanian entrepreneurs contributing to its vibrant restaurant scene. Port Chester’s walkable downtown and mix of cuisines make it an exciting place to explore, and the Albanian-owned restaurants here tend to be polished, destination-worthy spots.
Larchmont and Mamaroneck, These affluent Sound Shore communities are home to some of Westchester’s most upscale Albanian-owned dining. The restaurants here cater to a sophisticated suburban audience and compete with the best in the county. If you are looking for a special-occasion meal at an Albanian-owned restaurant, this is where to look.
White Plains and Central Westchester, The county seat and surrounding towns have Albanian-owned restaurants that serve the business and residential communities of central Westchester. These tend to be approachable, neighborhood-focused spots.
Westchester’s Albanian restaurant scene benefits from its unique geography. Sitting between the Bronx to the south and the Putnam County suburbs to the north, the county catches Albanian families at every stage, from recent arrivals who maintain close ties to the Bronx community to established suburban families who have lived in Westchester for decades.
Albanian-Owned Restaurants in Westchester County Worth Visiting
Brasserie Le Steak: Larchmont
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Location: 1957 Palmer Avenue, Larchmont, Sound Shore | Cuisine: French brasserie and steakhouse | Price range: $$$$Brasserie Le Steak in Larchmont is a family-owned and operated French brasserie run by Nicki Jakupi, who, according to the restaurant, brought the tradition of Manhattan’s Bistro Le Steak (established in 1996) to Palmer Avenue. Westchester Magazine profiled Jakupi and the move north, noting that much of his Manhattan staff followed him. Steaks are the centerpiece of the dinner menu and are served with the house mustard-based Provençale sauce, alongside French classics such as onion soup gratinée and escargots and seafood such as a branzino filet, almond-crusted sole, and sea scallops with jumbo shrimp. The restaurant serves lunch Tuesday to Sunday and brunch on weekends, and it hosts private events, which makes it a good choice for special occasions.
Alba’s Restaurant: Port Chester
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Location: 400 North Main Street, Port Chester | Cuisine: Italian | Price range: $$$Alba’s Restaurant in Port Chester is a long-running fixture of the village’s dining scene. According to the restaurant, Chef and owner Ray Balidemaj opened it in 1993 with his brother Sammy Balidemaj running the dining room, and it was named after Alba, the white truffle region of Italy. The restaurant says it received a three-star New York Times review and, after a 2010 expansion, seats 285 guests across four rooms that can also be booked for private events. The menu covers Italian essentials: pastas, a long list of veal scallopine dishes, seafood, and grilled meats such as a veal chop and rack of lamb. If you are exploring Port Chester’s restaurant district, Alba’s is a classic stop.
Looking for NYC options? See our NYC Albanian restaurant guideZuppa Restaurant: Yonkers
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Location: 59 Main Street, Yonkers | Cuisine: Italian | Price range: $$$Zuppa in downtown Yonkers describes itself as classic Italian cuisine “with an unexpectedly modern twist,” served in a room with exposed brick walls since 2003. It serves lunch on weekdays and dinner every day, publishes monthly lunch, dinner, and dessert menus on its website, and hosts parties and events. Zuppa is a solid choice for a group dinner, a date night, or an evening out with friends in Yonkers.
Sofra Tropojane: Yonkers
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Location: 868 Midland Avenue, Yonkers | Cuisine: Traditional Albanian, Balkan | Price range: $-$$Sofra Tropojane stands out as one of the few places in Westchester County focused on traditional Albanian food. Named after Tropojë, a region in northern Albania, this Yonkers food business and market is listed on ALB Connection with Tropojan specialties such as flia (a layered crepe-like dish), byrek (flaky pastries with cheese, spinach, or meat), qebapa, and tavë kosi (baked lamb with yogurt). It posts updates on Instagram rather than a website, so check there for what is on offer before you go. A related market, Sofra Tropojane Market, is listed at 643 McLean Avenue. Sofra Tropojane is a good stop for anyone who wants to experience the roots of Albanian cuisine rather than the Italian-influenced fine dining that many Albanian-American restaurateurs are known for.
Curious about Albanian cuisine? Read our guide to Albanian foodEuro Eatery & Market: Yonkers
Location: Yonkers Avenue, Yonkers | Cuisine: European deli, Balkan specialties, market | Price range: $Euro Eatery & Market on Yonkers Avenue is a casual deli and market serving European food. It does not have its own website, but its delivery menu on Uber Eats lists Balkan favorites such as qebapa and cheese or meat burek alongside sandwiches. Call ahead to ask what is in the market section and whether dine-in is available. Euro Eatery is a good complement to a meal at one of the fancier restaurants in the area, for the everyday Balkan food that restaurant menus do not always capture.
Why Westchester County Is a Hub for Albanian Dining
Westchester County’s Albanian restaurant scene is a direct extension of the community that built the Bronx Albanian restaurant industry. For decades, Albanian families have followed a natural trajectory, arriving in New York, establishing businesses in the Bronx and Manhattan, and eventually expanding north into Westchester’s suburban communities. Brasserie Le Steak is one example: its owner ran Bistro Le Steak in Manhattan for years before moving the restaurant to Larchmont.
Yonkers, in particular, functions as a bridge between the two worlds. Its proximity to the Bronx, just across the city line, makes it feel like a continuation of the Bronx Albanian community rather than a separate entity. Albanian families in Yonkers frequently travel south to the Bronx for community events, church services, and dining, and vice versa. The restaurant scene reflects this interconnection.
What makes the Westchester scene distinct is the range. In Yonkers, you can find traditional Albanian food at Sofra Tropojane and Balkan deli favorites at Euro Eatery & Market. In Larchmont and Port Chester, you will find polished, special-occasion dining. This combination, authentic Albanian food alongside sophisticated Italian and French-inspired restaurants, makes Westchester one of the most interesting Albanian dining destinations in the entire tri-state area.
The Albanian community’s presence in Westchester also extends well beyond restaurants. Albanian-owned businesses span construction, real estate, professional services, and retail across the county. The restaurants are the most visible expression of this community, but they are part of a much larger story of Albanian-American success in the lower Hudson Valley.
Browse all Albanian businesses in New YorkWhat to Order at Albanian-Owned Westchester Restaurants
Albanian-owned restaurants in Westchester span everything from traditional Albanian to upscale French-inspired steakhouse, so what to order depends on where you are dining:
At fine dining restaurants: At Brasserie Le Steak, the steaks with the house Provençale sauce are the signature, and the menu also offers escargots, onion soup gratinée, and fish such as branzino and sole. At Alba’s, look at the veal scallopine dishes, the grilled veal chop, or the rack of lamb.
At traditional Albanian spots: Sofra Tropojane is the place for traditional Albanian food. Look for byrek, flia, qebapa, or tavë kosi, and check its Instagram for what is available that day. Learn more about traditional Albanian dishes in our food guide
At casual spots: Euro Eatery & Market is where you go for qebapa, burek, and sandwiches, for takeout or delivery.
At modern Italian spots: Zuppa changes its menus regularly and posts the current lunch, dinner, and dessert menus on its website, so check there before you go.
Getting to Westchester’s Albanian Restaurant Scene
Westchester County is immediately north of New York City, making it highly accessible from multiple directions:
From the Bronx: Yonkers is literally across the city line, the Albanian restaurant scenes in the Bronx and Yonkers are essentially continuous. Most Yonkers restaurants are 10-15 minutes from the heart of the Bronx Albanian dining district. Port Chester and Larchmont are about 30-40 minutes from the Bronx via I-95.
From Manhattan: Yonkers restaurants are 20-30 minutes from Midtown via the Henry Hudson Parkway or Metro-North. Larchmont and Port Chester are about 30-45 minutes. Metro-North’s New Haven Line serves Larchmont, Mamaroneck, and Port Chester, making it possible to visit these restaurants without a car.
From Connecticut: Port Chester sits right on the Connecticut border. If you are coming from Greenwich or Stamford, Port Chester restaurants are just minutes away. Larchmont is about 15-20 minutes from the state line.
From New Jersey: Allow about 45-60 minutes from North Jersey via the George Washington Bridge and I-87 or the Cross County Expressway. Westchester is worth the trip, especially if you combine it with a visit to the Bronx Albanian restaurant scene.
Parking: Parking varies by town. Yonkers generally has free or inexpensive parking. Port Chester has metered and lot parking downtown. Larchmont’s village center has limited street parking, plan to arrive early or use nearby lots.
Beyond Westchester: More Albanian Restaurant Guides
ALB Connection publishes restaurant guides for Albanian communities across the country. If you are traveling or want to explore beyond Westchester:
Best Albanian Restaurants in NYC, Our flagship guide covering Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, and Staten Island.
Best Albanian Restaurants in the Bronx, The Bronx has one of the most concentrated Albanian restaurant scenes in the country, and it is just south of Westchester.
Albanian Restaurants in Connecticut, Just across the state line from Port Chester, with restaurants ranging from Fairfield County fine dining to Naugatuck Valley neighborhood spots.
Albanian Restaurants in New Jersey, North Jersey is home to one of the largest Albanian restaurant scenes in the US.
Albanian Restaurants in Chicago, The Midwest’s Albanian restaurant hub.
Albanian Restaurants in Detroit, Michigan’s Albanian community has a strong restaurant presence.
Albanian Restaurants in Pennsylvania, From Philadelphia to the Lehigh Valley.
Browse Albanian businesses in the ALB Connection directory
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Are there Albanian restaurants in Westchester County?
Yes. Westchester County has a growing number of Albanian-owned restaurants, concentrated primarily in Yonkers, Port Chester, and Larchmont. Several serve Italian or French cuisine, but Sofra Tropojane in Yonkers stands out for offering traditional Albanian dishes. The Westchester Albanian restaurant scene is closely connected to the larger Albanian dining community in the Bronx, which is just south of the county line.
2. Where can I find traditional Albanian food in Westchester?
Sofra Tropojane in Yonkers is the main option in this guide for traditional Albanian food in Westchester County, with specialties such as byrek, flia, qebapa, and tavë kosi. Euro Eatery & Market, also in Yonkers, offers Balkan favorites such as qebapa and burek. For the widest selection of traditional Albanian food, you may also want to explore the Bronx Albanian restaurant scene, which is only minutes south of Yonkers. Learn more about traditional Albanian dishes
3. What type of cuisine do Albanian-owned restaurants in Westchester serve?
Albanian-owned restaurants in Westchester serve a wide range of cuisines. The most common are Italian and Mediterranean, which reflects the broader pattern of Albanian-American restaurateurs building businesses around popular Mediterranean cuisines. However, you will also find a French brasserie and steakhouse (Brasserie Le Steak), traditional Albanian food (Sofra Tropojane), and European deli and market offerings (Euro Eatery & Market). Learn more about Albanian cultural traditions
4. Are these restaurants good for large events and parties?
Several restaurants in this guide can accommodate larger groups. Zuppa in Yonkers hosts parties and events, Alba’s in Port Chester has four rooms that can be booked for private events, and Brasserie Le Steak in Larchmont also hosts private events. Albanian culture places a strong emphasis on communal dining and celebration, so these restaurants tend to be especially accommodating for events. Call ahead to discuss options for parties of 10 or more.
5. Is this a ranking?
No. This guide is not a ranking or formal review. Restaurants are listed based on their presence in the ALB Connection directory and community recognition. We encourage you to visit, form your own opinions, and share your favorites with the community.
6. How can I support Albanian-owned restaurants in Westchester?
The best way to support these businesses is to visit them, leave positive reviews on Google and Yelp, share your experiences on social media, and recommend them to friends and family. You can also join ALB Connection and help grow the community that supports these businesses. Word of mouth remains the most powerful tool for local restaurants, and sharing this guide is a great place to start.
7. How can a restaurant get featured in this guide?
Restaurant owners can submit their business to the ALB Connection directory for free. Our team reviews submissions and updates these guides regularly. If you know of an Albanian-owned restaurant in Westchester County that should be included, contact us and let us know.
8. Are there halal options at Albanian-owned Westchester restaurants?
None of the restaurants in this guide advertise halal certification on their own websites or pages, so your best bet is to call ahead and ask before you go. For more halal options, you may also want to explore the Bronx Albanian restaurant scene, where several restaurants serve halal-friendly dishes.
9. What is the most affordable Albanian-owned restaurant in Westchester?
The casual spots, Euro Eatery & Market and Sofra Tropojane in Yonkers, are the most budget-friendly options in this guide. For fine dining on a relative budget, look at lunch: Zuppa publishes a separate lunch menu, and Brasserie Le Steak offers a Petit Menu prix fixe at lunch.
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Albanian-owned restaurants in Westchester County represent the natural northward expansion of the Albanian dining scene that has thrived in New York City for decades. From the traditional Albanian food and delis of Yonkers to the long-running fine dining establishments of Larchmont and Port Chester, these businesses are built on Albanian values of hard work, family, and extraordinary hospitality.
If you own an Albanian restaurant in Westchester County and want to be featured in this guide and in the ALB Connection directory, submit your business here. Listing is free and helps connect your restaurant with the Albanian-American community and food lovers across the tri-state area.
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Author: Dardanë Halimi
Dardanë Halimi is a writer and communications professional with an M.A. in Writing, Rhetoric, and Technical Communication from James Madison University. Her work focuses on storytelling, digital content, higher education, and strategic communication, with experience writing for academic, nonprofit, and marketing organizations in both the United States and Kosovo.
