VESPA Signs On To TRITEC's Station Yards Project In Ronkonkoma

RONKONKOMA, NY — Another tenant has signed on to TRITEC’s Station Yards mixed-use project at the Ronkonkoma Long Island Rail Road station, the developer announced in a news release.

VESPA Italian Kitchen and Bar, a popular restaurant in downtown Farmingdale known for its "authentic" cuisine and "lively atmosphere," has leased a 5,940-square-foot space, the developer said.

VESPA founder Benedetto LoManto said he was “hesitant” to expand the concept.

“I was, and still am, in awe of TRITEC’s vision and execution of building an entire downtown area that will benefit Ronkonkoma and all of Long Island,” he said.

“VESPA has been extremely blessed to be in Farmingdale Village, where we were welcomed with open arms. “I hope to build a similar rapport within Ronkonkoma and the adjacent communities.”
LoManto highlighted that the restaurant features “authentic Scillian recipes” from his hometown of Castellammare Del Golfo, and uses “high-quality imported ingredients.”

“Our diverse menus offer options ranging from brick oven pizzette to a dry-age steak, including gluten-free, vegetarian options, and moderately priced wines,” he said. “We offer our own private label of Cabernet and a locally brewed Italian-style pilsner under our Benedetto and VESPA brands.”

“We strive to create a fun and inviting dining experience, focusing on hospitality and customer service,” he said. “I am excited about expanding our VESPA brand to Station Yards."

VESPA is the second big tenant to join the project.

Great South Bay Brewery joined in June.

The leasing brokers for the landlord and tenant were Maria Valanzano, Steve D'Orazio, and Jake Horowitz of Colliers.

D’Orazio, senior vice president at Colliers, said the restaurant is “exactly the kind of Long Island restaurant we wanted to attract” to the project.

"Their arrival will help solidify Station Yards as a premier destination for dining and entertainment in Suffolk County,” he said.

Kelley Heck, executive vice president of development for TRITEC, said staffers are thrilled to welcome VESPA.

"VESPA is a beloved local restaurant with a history of serving authentic Italian food, and we are confident that they will be a popular destination for residents and visitors alike,” she said.