Everybody Loves Raymond is a beloved American sitcom that maintains strong ties to Long Island, both in setting and in character background. The show is set in the town of Lynbrook, a suburban community in Nassau County, New York. This Long Island backdrop plays a key role in shaping the relatable, middle-class lifestyle of the Barone family. Raymond Barone, the central character played by Ray Romano, works as a sportswriter for Newsday, a major Long Island-based newspaper, further rooting the show in the local culture and geography.
Despite its Long Island setting, Everybody Loves Raymond was filmed primarily in Los Angeles, California. The show used studio sets for interior scenes, but the opening credits feature a brief exterior shot of the Barone family home -- a real house located in South Merrick, another Long Island town just a few miles from Lynbrook. This house is believed to be situated on Margaret Boulevard.
Researched by Darren Paltrowitz on July 3, 2025.