Everything we know about living in Westchester County, written by the women who live here. Restaurants, hikes, fitness, volunteering, making friends, raising kids, and the stuff nobody tells you when you move to the suburbs.
Club West is a social club for women in Westchester. Our members live across more than 20 towns. These guides come from what they have figured out, recommended to each other, and argued about in the Discord.
Food and drink
Best brunch spots in Westchester County — The places our members go back to. Not every restaurant with a prix fixe menu, just the ones worth the drive.
Family restaurants in Westchester — Where to eat with kids and still enjoy the meal. Tested by members who have tried everywhere.
Wine tasting in Westchester — Wineries, wine bars, and tasting events across the county.
Farmers markets in Westchester — Every market in the county with dates, locations, and what to look for at each one.
Outdoors and fitness
Best hikes in Westchester County — Trail-by-trail breakdown of the best hikes for every fitness level, from the Old Croton Aqueduct to Rockefeller State Park.
Women’s fitness classes in Westchester — Group fitness, studios, and workout events where you will meet people.
Making friends and meeting people
How to meet people in Westchester County — The honest version. What works, what does not, and why the suburbs make it so hard.
Things to do in Westchester for adults — Activities where you might make a friend, not just kill time.
Making friends in Westchester as an adult — Why adult friendships in the suburbs require a different strategy than the city.
Girls’ night out in Westchester — Where to go when you want a night out that does not involve driving to the city.
Date night in Westchester — Restaurants, bars, and activities for couples across the county.
Women’s groups and community
Women’s groups in Westchester County — A full breakdown of every women’s group, organization, and club in the county. Social, professional, fitness, volunteer, all of it.
About Club West — What the club is, how it works, who joins, and what members say about it.
Book clubs in Westchester — Library groups, bookstore clubs, and private reading groups accepting new members.
Mom groups in Westchester — Where to find other moms, from newborn groups to school-age playdates.
Wellness
Wellness and self-care in Westchester — Studios, practitioners, and programs worth your time and money.
Best spas in Westchester — Day spas, med spas, and wellness centers across the county.
Living in Westchester
Just moved to Westchester — The starter guide for women who are new here and do not know where to begin.
A guide to Yonkers for women who just moved — Neighborhoods, restaurants, and things to know about living in Yonkers specifically.
School districts in Westchester County — What the test scores do not tell you, from families who live in these districts.
Women-owned businesses in Westchester — Local businesses run by women across the county.
Where to volunteer in Westchester — Organizations and opportunities, including ones where you will meet other people while doing it.
Seasonal
Fall activities in Westchester County — Apple picking, leaf peeping, festivals, and everything else that makes fall in Westchester worth it.
Town guides
We have members across the county. Here is what they have to say about where they live.
- Yonkers — Our biggest member base. Waterfront, restaurants, and a lot going on.
- New Rochelle — Growing fast with new restaurants and development downtown.
- White Plains — The county seat. Shopping, dining, and central to everything.
- Mount Vernon — Close to the Bronx, affordable, and with a strong community.
- Port Chester — Some of the best food in the county. Not a secret anymore.
About these guides
We started writing these because our members kept asking the same questions in the Discord. Where should I eat? Where can I hike? How do I meet people here? Instead of answering the same thing a hundred times, we wrote it down.
These are not sponsored posts. Nobody paid to be included. If a place is on here it is because our members go there and like it. If something is missing or wrong, tell us in the Discord. We update these regularly.
If you want access to the community behind these guides, apply to join Club West. Membership is $10 a month.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Westies’ Guide?
The Westies’ Guide is a collection of local guides to Westchester County written by the women of Club West. It covers restaurants, hikes, fitness, volunteering, making friends, and more. Everything is based on what our members recommend and use themselves.
Who writes these guides?
The Club West team, based on recommendations and conversations from our members. We have over a thousand women across more than 20 towns in Westchester, so we hear about a lot of places and experiences.
Are these guides only for Club West members?
No. The guides are free and public. You do not need to be a member to read them. But if you want to connect with the women behind the recommendations, join the Discord, and attend events, that is what Club West membership is for.
How often are the guides updated?
We update them as we learn about new spots, get feedback from members, or when things change. Seasonal guides get refreshed each year.