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Saint James is a relatively busy place with more than 13 thousand people in an area of about 5 square miles. The town bears sentient evidence of its heritage and takes good care of historic structures and institutions. It has a strong religious character and boasts of quality education for children. Fine dining is a pleasure in Saint James. Italian, French and Asian cuisine makes a heady mix with American fare and a Steakhouse. Mirabelle is considered amongst the best not in Saint James, but for all of Long Island. The owner has been trained in France and worked for some of the best restaurants in New York before starting out on his own with his wife, who is also an authority on gourmet food. The restaurant is sited in an old farm house. Creative menus with frequent changes, distinguished wine and impeccable service mark this restaurant. Cooking classes for enthusiasts, celebrations on important days of French and American history and catering for events add to the Mirabelle name and goodwill. Oscar's is another famous and well loved restaurant in town. An atmosphere of casual elegance strikes diners right from entrance. A heartwarming touch is the use of local artist's works to adorn the walls with paintings. Wine is available with just a small corkage over the retail price. The menu is exceptional and the service is attentive. An engaging feature of the Bella Vita City Grill is that diners can shape their own appetizers of bread with a variety of toppings. The entrees are very well plated and represent a Northern Italy genre of cooking. Guests are well advised to spare room and calories for some dream dessert. Education has a key place in the Saint James scheme of things. The St. Philip-James Elementary School in town has about 400 students in Grades for Pre-Kindergarten to 8. The Knoz School has about 125 students in Grades 7 to 12. There is a Sylvan Learning Center in town that trains children for School and provides custom programs for each client child. Buildings and homes are well preserved in Saint James and the tradition extends in to the conventional realty market. The Deepwells Farm is a 19th century structure in the National Register of Historic Places. It will open soon for public viewing and tours after on-going restoration work. The General Store that bears the town's name is also in the National Register of Historic Places. It has served the local community for more than 150 years. Saint James has large luxurious homes with waterfront views for sale. Investors and people of substance can choose from a range of distinctive classic and modern architectural styles. |