Shirley is a hamlet in the state of New York, with a population of 26.395 residents, according to the 2000 census. The name of the small town was given after the developer of the place, Walter Shirley. Walter Shirley wanted to turn the area on Mastic bay into an affordable enclave. Although it is a small community, Shirley is an ideal holiday destination, for those people who want to get away from the hustle and bustle of the big city, and relax for a short holiday or a weekend getaway.
Top Attractions Within Shirley
The Amagansett National Wildlife Refuge is a wonderful city located nearby Shirley, where tourists can see many unique plants including several orchid species occur on the refuge. There is a wide variety of bird and animal species specific to the area. There are many gazebos from where you can observe wildlife at its best. Aside from the wonderful natural experience, tourists can also benefit from the other amenities of the place, such as restrooms, restaurants where you can enjoy a satisfying meal or a refreshing beverage.
May Garden Chinese Restaurant is a great spot in Shirley that offers a unique Chinese fooding experience. With mouthwatering dishes such as won ton soup, sesame chicken, scallion with garlic, it is no wonder that the restaurant is the most famous in Shirley. The menu is varied and there are smaller portions for children. The restaurant has also got a fine selection of wines, that go very well with the exquisite dishes.
Fire Island Pizza is the best pizza restaurant in Shirley. Here, pizza is made after an authentic Italian recipe, using only the finest ingredients. Customers can enjoy many types of pizza, such as Capriciosa, Devil, Alessandro, Calzone and many other types. Aside from the mouthwatering types of pizza, there is also a fine menu of Italian specialities, such as pasta, calzone, cannoli. Moreover, the wine list is very exquisite. All the wines are brought directly from Italy. Everything about this place is great.
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| Book At | Miles/km to Shirley | Directions to Shirley | Latitude | Longitude |
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| Woodside | 8/14 | Directions | 42.52173 | -78.76503 |
| Hamburg | 11/17 | Directions | 42.71589 | -78.82948 |
| Brooklyn | 13/21 | Directions | 42.43312 | -78.74836 |
| Orchard Park | 16/25 | Directions | 42.76756 | -78.74392 |
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