This website uses cookies to improve user experience. Think chicken cacciatore, herb-roasted chicken, Nonnas Sunday Sauce, or eggplant parm with house-made pasta, a giant garden salad, a loaf of crusty bread, and a bottle of wine. His upscale take on Greek cuisine features everything from barrel-aged feta with roasted veggies as an appetizer to an exquisitely grilled branzino and a slow-braised lamb shank for dinner. Sleepy Hollow The Restaurant at Kanopi opened on the 42nd floor of whats now the Opus Westchester hotel in March 2020, just weeks before the pandemic shutdown. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. Mulino's of Westchester 314 reviews Closed Now Italian $$$$ Menu 9.8 mi White Plains "WONDERFUL HOLIDAY ATMOSPHERE AND GREAT." "Rehearsal dinner" 5. Contact: 914.262.3896, @sconeladylarkin, Facebook (Mrs. Larkins LLC), for special orders. A rocking-chair front porch dotted with picnic tables sets a rustically refined feel that flourishes within the walls of this 1776 farmhouse, where wide-plank wood flooring and exposed beams command attention. Daily East and West Coast oyster selections; crocks of Maine steamers; fancy seafood towers; and one of the brighter, meatier, and more buttery lobster rolls around are all worth splurging for. Their Modern American menu is replete with thoughtful choices, such as local fluke crudo with aji amarillo and caviar and smoked suckling pig with heirloom beans and chicharrn. Please enable JavaScript. An amalgam of stone, brick, and wood (note the 200-year-old reclaimed maple floor and ceiling made from mushroom-growing crates), the interior sets the tone for the dining experience at this New American standout. Bordering New York City to the south, upscale Westchester County plays host to nearly 950,000 residents, with households averaging an annual salary of approximately $77,000. Capped off with the ambience of eating in a beautifully restored abbey overlooking the Hudson, patrons are treated to the luxury and refinement of Napa County at the edge of Westchester. If youre lucky, the pistachio cake will be among the evenings dessert offerings. 9 Hyde Park, NY 12538, 258 Westchester Ave. Hastings-on-Hudson Once you enter, the servers greet you and they explain how everything works. www.deciccoandsons.com, A post shared by Fatt Root Noodle Bar (@fattroot), The Cookery The cowboy rib-eye for two will make a convert out of even the staunchest steakhouse disciple. www.140grand.com, Benjamin Steakhouse Behind the counter, rounds of dough are stretched into impossibly thin pies shingled with cheese, followed by spoonfuls of sauce and a drizzle of oil. "Thanks for putting in the huge effort to make a comfortable Covid safe environment. (Updated February 2021). 155 Southside Ave, Hastings on Hudson, NY 10706-2207 +1 914-478-1671 Website Closed now : See all hours See all (3) Enhance this page - Upload photos! 1 River St, Hastings-on- Hudson; 914.478.2800; www.harvesthudson.com Best of Westchester 2021 - Best Outdoor Dining (Waterside) & Best Special-Occasion Restaurant Best of Westchester 2020 Read more. Charcuterie Collection Smores Lava Cake at Bona Bona Ice Cream The wine list has also been reimagined to feature mostly biodynamic, sustainable, and organic wines with a growing number of selections from women winemakers. From the strip-mall parking lot, O Mandarin looks like the average Chinese restaurant. Colombian-born chef Rafael Palomino explores the cuisine of predominantly Spanish-speaking countries at Sonora. View this post on Instagram A post shared by 9A Eats | Food Truck Park (@9a_eats) Ossining Available at The Kitchen Table in Pound Ridge and The Farmers Grind in South Salem. Get the recipe. The menu includes seafood towers, Hudson Valley rabbit scarpariello, and risotto made with spicy sausage, shrimp, and caciocavallo. www.mesorestaurants.com. Copyright 20042023 Yelp Inc. Yelp, , and related marks are registered trademarks of Yelp. www.xaviars.com, Ons Chinese Kitchen Talde and team have kept much of the circa-1840 King Mansions original character, including the knotted wood floors, doors, and mantles while incorporating modern tropical upholstery on the banquettes and replica Mir murals on the ceilings. Each month OpenTable analyzes more than 400,000 new diner reviews. www.bluehillfarm.com, A post shared by Blue Hill Farm (@bluehillfarm), Pleasantville Farmers Market Ingredient integrity and local sourcing are touted by many a restaurant billing themselves as farm-to-table. Of course, theres still great pizza, but the 15 restaurants below also represent how far the countys dining scene has come and set the stage for its continued evolution. To learn more or opt-out, read our Cookie Policy. ), and in 30 minutes, you have piping-hot homemade buns oozing with cinnamony goodness and dripping with just the right amount of sweet icing. 425 White Plains Rd, Eastchester, NY 10709 (914) 337-3700 Visit Website Also featured in: New York's 2022 Michelin Bib Gourmand Restaurants, Mapped Walter's Hot Dogs During the summer, lines. Fortunately, many restaurants throughout Westchester offer special dinner deals throughout the week. www.greenlifeny.com, A post shared by Green Life (@greenlifeny), Samurai Sushi & Hibachi Should you require something stronger than a fine selection of French wines, Saint Georges absinthe fountain served traditionally with the sugar cube, slotted spoon, and water drip is a must for appreciators of The Green Fairy. When Jennifer Aaronson, an editorial director at Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia, and Danny Meyer alum Paul Molakides, who worked front of house, opened this chic wine bar in 2016, the menu comprised mostly of cheese and charcuterie boards, salads, toasts, and 30-plus wines by the glass. Port Chester What are some highly rated special occasion restaurant in Westchester County, NY? The menu is a global-fare thrill ride, maneuvering from expertly crafted sushi to light and airy shellfish crpes. Ruby's Oyster Bar & Bistro 177 reviews Open Now American, Seafood $$ - $$$ Menu 13.5 mi Rye "Food was great" "Nice pub. Even the accompanying crpes are made from scratch. I had been thoroughly disappointed by a imp", All "special occasion restaurant" results in Westchester County, New York. Dobbs Ferry A striking vaulted ceiling of reclaimed-wood beams, rough stone walls, and earthy glints of zinc set a rustic-chic stage for Jean-Georges intriguing small plates and pizzas, soups, salads, and entres culled from Hudson Valley and New England farms whenever possible. His menus seasonally driven and ever-evolving read like an adventure novel, with fancified renditions of potstickers (stuffed with dry-aged beef), General Tsos shrimp nestled in puffy bao buns, and char-siu Berkshire pork belly with shaved apple, coconut, and Chinese mustard. www.thenutmegcafe.com. The light, crispy, secretly seasoned beer batter surrounds whichever whitefish you choose, and a heaping pile of salty fresh-cut fries is just whats needed to sate fried-food cravings. White Plains www.salsmamaroneck.com, Wood & Fire www.heritage147.com. Or, store them in the freezer, then surprise the kids on a random Saturday morning and win the weekend. Style meets culinary know-how at this Italian restaurant in Yonkers. Menus take advantage of the regions agricultural bounty. What Westchesterites Think About Indian Point Closing, These Community & Media Leaders Help Westchester Shine in 2021. Composed from a proprietary blend of beef, pork, and veal, the franks are split and griddled with butter sauce, then sandwiched between toasted buns, ideally with a smear of Walters own relish-flecked mustard. www.rivermarketbarkitchen.com. At turns, the fare is inventive (crabmeat grilled cheese), playful (a dessert called chocolate land), and unpretentiously delectable (tiger shrimp in a traditional Portuguese garlic sauce). Toppings and fillings are equally off the grid think homemade Nutella and lemon curd; a Creamsicle waffle with orange jam and vanilla whipped cream; a cream-cheese-injected everything waffle; or the Southern Belle: bacon, cheddar, and scallion cooked in and drizzled with house-made hot honey. www.goosefeatherny.com, Ocean House Oyster Bar & Grill The space is equally as surprising with modern design elements, like a portrait of Bruce Lee, hanging in one room. Croton-on-Hudson Steamed Maine Lobster Dinners: Available Wednesday through Sunday. A superb raw bar and if you sit at their bar, youll be front and center for shucking action is one of the focal points of this finer-dining gem in a historic grain warehouse. If you are a resident of another country or region, please select the appropriate version of Tripadvisor for your country or region in the drop-down menu. Chef Bonnie Sarans Little empire now includes a bonus location, Little Drunken in White Plains. Cucina is open for dinner, seven nights a week, and lunch on the weekends. www.captainlawrencebrewing.com, The Tasty Table Dobbs Ferry White Plains We enjoy showcasing vegetarian eats and family fun in the Hudson Valley and beyond. Pound Ridge, NY 10576 American 16 /20 Farm-to-table restaurant housed in a historic and rustic homestead, courtesy of chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten. Approximately 34,247 ballots were submitted online in December and January, determining the winners for the 2021 Best of Westchester Readers picks in the Shopping, Home & Garden, Kids, Community & Media, Fun & Leisure, Services, and Weddings categories. (Locals like Martha Stewart and Bill Clinton have been spotted at this neighborhood spot.) Top 10 Diners' Choice Winners in Westchester / Hudson Valley La Fontanella - Pelham Exceptional ( 397) $$$$ Italian Pelham Booked 11 times today 25 North Exceptional ( 1360) $$$$ Italian Mamaroneck Booked 19 times today Mariposa at Neiman Marcus - White Plains Exceptional ( 153) $$$$ Contemporary American White Plains Some 48,444 votes were tallied in the subsequent elimination rounds for the Food & Drink and Health & Beauty categories in February and March. Inside and out, its honestly unforgettable. The eclectic menu sways evenly between vegetarian and meat-laden dishes, highlighted by staples of seared Moroccan chicken with couscous, prunes, and toasted almonds, and fragrant saffron risotto. Somers (plus two other county locations) www.theparlordf.com. Dining out is an experience that should at its apex be transporting, comforting, joyous, and/or pampering. www.masonsandwiches.com, Crabtrees Kittle House By submitting your email, you agree to our, A Guide to Westchester Countys Top Restaurants, Sign up for the **Please confirm thedetails with the restaurant for the most up-to-date information. The gears are constantly turning for Chef Andrea Ingenito, who plates up the fine balance of richness and delicacy in his transportive restaurant experience. www.abeetzny.com, A post shared by Abeetz Pizza Truck (@abeetzny), Grass Roots Kitchen Pleasantville www.frankieandjohnnies.com. Port Chester These days, the menu is still peppered with local ingredients, like Chaseholm Farm cheese and Highland Farm venison, many of which come from small, New York State farms. Woodstock, NY, 12498, Phone: 845-679-9800 www.stonefireny.com. There are artist-designed picnic tables, plus a pavilion to be completed by summer's end. Sure, you can try just one brigadeiro a Brazilian-chocolate truffle made with condensed milk but youll end up with a bow-tied box of sprinkled, swirled, and dotted ones from a chef who hails from Brazil and was trained at Le Cordon Bleu. 109 Mill Hill Rd. www.westchesterburger.com, A post shared by Westchester Burger Company (@westchester_burger), Alvin & Friends When you pick up your cappuccino, grab a mini-potpie, steaming samosa, or a gluten-free muffin. Beef, poultry, and fish are sourced from family farms and co-ops where the animals are free-range and ethically raised, yielding deeply satisfying mains, like Niman Ranch strip steak with farm string beans, chanterelle, and Madeira jus and bigeye tuna with spicy shrimp and garden-vegetable fried rice. The Hudson Room23 South Division StreetPeekskill, NY 10566(914) 788-FOOD, The Hudson Room offers a 3 course Prix Fixe meal on Tuesdays and Wednesdays for $32.95 (appetizer, main, dessert), Public Pizza Italian RestaurantRidge Hill Mall193 Market StreetYonkers, NY (914) 652-7604Monday Pasta Party (4 PM to close) $9 Penne Vodka, Angel Hair & Broccoli, Rigatoni Alla Norma or Fettuccini AlfredoTuesday Pizza Party (4 PM to close) 50% off all individual pizzas (excluding seafood pizzas), Risotto Italian Restaurant & Bar788 Commerce StreetThornwood, NY 10594(914) 769-6000. Throw them in the oven at home (your kitchen will never smell better! Blue Hill at Stone Barns American Westchester Perfect For: Fine Dining Special Occasions $$$$ 630 Bedford Rd, Pocantico Hills View Website Earn 3X Points Save Blue Hill at Stone Barns is the fever dream of farm-to-table restaurants, where you drive past your dinner on the way to eating it. At this pillar of Westchesters farm-to-fork movement, respect for the earth and a commitment to locally sourced ingredients is at the core of every finely composed and plated dish. From the owners behind Tandoori Taste of India in Port Chester, this modernist take on classic Indian includes both classic curries and masalas and updated dishes like tandoori tacos, Indian-style fried chicken, hot pickles, and tandoor-fired barbecue. One glance at the handsome reclaimed-wood walls, Art Deco murals, and brilliantly hued fabrics, and the innovation at play in the kitchen is digested and reaffirmed. Chef George Duran's easy-to-make at home chicken wings are sure to be a hit. Purchase Liz Larkin, better known as The Scone Lady, has earned her title and then some for her moist and a tad cakey cream scones (she uses heavy cream instead of the more common choice of buttermilk). www.thetastytableny.com, Pipers Kilt Chef/owner Navjot Arora hand-grinds spices and fashions them into signature blends that refine and reinvigorate generations-old family recipes that pair perfectly with modern, clever cocktails, like the Sassy Lassi and the Chai It, You Will Like It. Each is almost too beautiful to eat. To use our mobile site, please enable JavaScript. www.sweetgrassgrill.com, A post shared by Sweet Grass Grill (@sweet_grass_grill), Westchester Wine Warehouse Pasta Kit Menu at Pax Romana www.sushimikes.com, Sonora Restaurant This Is Your Ultimate Westchester Foodie Bucket List, How to Help Houseplants Thrive During Westchester Winters, Blythedale Childrens Hospital Supports a Pelhams Kids Dream. Yes, Fogo de Chao Brazilian Steakhouse offers both delivery and takeout. Read the latest issue of Westchester magazine for FREE! I enjoy dining out, however, with a family of four, it can get very expensive! Go:. KUMO did away with guest minimums during COVID (and plans to continue it, post-pandemic), so patrons could have an at-home, buffet-style, Japanese meal with rolls made before you by sushi chefs. Through the floor-to-ceiling glass windows, diners have sweeping views in all directions, and chef Anthony Gonalves seeks to make an equally bold impression with his Portuguese omakase. Kisco Seafood There is no way to go wrong with this menu: Each dish is an elevated experience in itself, with a companion plant-based menu. newsletter, 258 Westchester Ave, Pound Ridge, NY 10576, 1 Renaissance Square, White Plains, NY 10601, 361 N Central Ave Space I - 0004, Hartsdale, NY 10530, 549 Warburton Ave, Hastings-On-Hudson, NY 10706, 425 White Plains Rd, Eastchester, NY 10709. But oh, what vistas. Tuckahoe The Turkish-themed wood-laden ambience matches the uniqueness and distinctness of the coffee. steamed lobster served with New England Clam Chowder, cole slaw and corn on the cobWednesdays: Prime Rib Night $28 includes a thick slice of slow roasted prime rib served with frizzled onions, cup of soup and a baked potatoThursdays: $10 Burger Night. These are not the tater tots of your youth. Armonk (plus four other county locations) The spicing is complex and flavorful without overwhelming the palate. The notion of what Chinese food is to most Americans cheap sustenance with a preponderance of salt and oil gets a makeover at owner Peter Lius 95-seat, antique-filled restaurant, as Chef de Cuisine Eric Gao presents a more genuine showing of the diverse flavors and ingredients of Chinas many regions. Photo by Lisa Samson / Courtesy of The Grange, The Grange We listen.and deliver the results for all to benefit. The Melting Pot 292 reviews Closed Now American $$ - $$$ Menu 9.7 mi White Plains What type of things can be found in the salad bar? This rustic-styled chic and family-owned caf is influenced by modern, Mediterranean-based cuisine and incorporates many different cultures into its eclectic offerings. But its not so stuffy as to exclude two tasty burgers (Prime beef or lamb) and souvlaki with your choice of Amish chicken, falafel, pork, or beef. His wife and co-owner, Heather, is a trained pastry chef who heads up a dessert menu boasting such tempting treats as bomboloni with chocolate sauce and bread pudding with caramel sauce. A rustic 18th-century farmhouse provides the backdrop for local cuisine. With hundreds of options on the menu, its impossible to get bored while visiting The Dog Den in White Plains. The Cookery. The paella, jeweled with shrimp, clams, mussels, and chorizo, deserves a spot on everyones must-have list. Theres also a solid craft cocktail program and a newly updated wine list that features reserve bottles at low markups. Wood & Fire www.southern-table.com, A post shared by Harvest On Hudson (@harvestonhudson), Dai Sushi www.bakedbysusan.com, The Kneaded Bread Chef and two-time James Beard semifinalist Eric Gao specializes in Sichuan cuisine (expect lots of mouth-numbing peppercorns across the menu) and dishes that arent found on Chinese American menus, like silky thousand layer tofu, Sichuan hot pot, beef tendon, and a Peking duck that requires a three-to-four day process of air drying and roasting with malt sugar before being tucked into handmade pancakes. After a repast so rich in flavor and creativity, its the only fitting end to a truly memorable epicurean experience. Utilitarian decor, subpar fish, and mediocre sushi prep skills characterize too many Japanese restaurants, unfortunately. A unique concept to our area, this food-truck park brings the best of food-truck culture (variety, relative affordability, and community) to Westchester, with daily rotating trucks serving lunch and dinner. White Plains/Mount Kisco Thus, they know what goes into crafting a top-flight dish: top ingredients sourced from small-batch purveyors and an emphasis on different food cultures. Plating is striking; servers glide about in proper attentiveness without smothering. This centuries-old, celebrated dish, around since Imperial China, gets a royally authentic treatment at owner Peter Lius gorgeously designed restaurant. Inherent skill and an abiding love for French food allow him to create culinary harmony when pairing foie gras and duck breast with black truffle risotto and Colorado rack of lamb. The extensive wine list is equally varied and as strictly Italian as both the cuisine and the heartwarming family-heirloom portraits that survey it all. Tarrytown Harrison, NY 10528. The suckling pig dinner, which must be booked in advance, is one of Westchesters iconic dining experiences. These are some highly rated special occasion restaurant in Westchester County, NY: What are some special occasion restaurant with a large number of reviews in Westchester County, NY? A post shared by the DOG DEN hotdogs (@thedogden_whiteplains), RiverMarket Bar & Kitchen www.amorearmonk.com. Three original fireplaces roar when nature says its time. Rye Roadhouse12 High StreetRye, NY 10580(914) 925-2668, Mondays: Build Your Own Quesadillas starting at $6.95Tuesdays: Taco Tuesday 5 PM 9 PM, Cajun Nachos, Tacos, Burritos and $5 margaritasWednesdays: Fried Chicken Night Four piece chicken dinner with two sides for $12.95 (in house only)Thursdays: Burger Night 5 PM 9 PM half-price burgers (in house only), Wellingtons Grill110 Halstead AvenueHarrison, NY 10528(914) 315-1532, Tuesdays: Lobster Night $25 includes a 1 1/2 lb. Please also read our Privacy Notice and Terms of Use, which became effective December 20, 2019. Scarsdale Pleasantville Sushi-grade tuna tartare and steamed black bass are also constants, with inventive accompaniments timed to Mother Natures rhythm. Culinary Institute of America alum Jared Secors menus are a love letter and homecoming wrapped into one. Mogan Anthonys melting pot of Asian street foods encompasses cuisines from Japan, China, Malaysia, Korea, and Vietnam all under one roof. And its all made in-house even the tortillas, which are nixtamalized from heirloom corn and ground on the premises. Croton-on-Hudson www.oceanhouseoysterbar.com, Sals Pizzeria But 2020 was a transformational year for Boro6. Neapolitan Style Pizza Pleasantville/Scarsdale A whole, crispy-skinned pig is paraded through the dining room and carved tableside, often at DiBaris grandmothers kitchen table, which now sits in a nook by the front window. www.keeoysterhouse.com. White Plains With a kitchen led by Chef John Paidas that utilizes local co-ops for a portion of its ingredients, the Mediterranean-influenced menu has standout dish upon standout dish: swoon-worthy, house-made ricotta with spring peas on crostini; a baby kale Caesar salad with two-year Parmesan; and basted New York strip with salt-baked onion. Related: This Is Your Ultimate Westchester Foodie Bucket List. If you know of any other dinner deals in Westchester County, please email me (NYFoodieFamily@gmail.com) and I will add it to this list! Because when the blueberries burst in your mouth, says Dodge, thats the happiness of it., Mast Market + Caf Italian, Contemporary. You're in the right place. We all love our chicken tikka and mango lassi, but traditional can be a bit boring. While its possible to say that this cool, new caf serving breakfast and lunch elevates everything on its menu, the torched French toast wedge is truly sublime. Fogo de Chao Brazilian Steakhouse accepts credit cards. www.blackcow.com, A post shared by The Black Cow Coffee Company (@blackcowcroton), Soul Brewing Company The Inn at Pound Ridge by Jean-Georges 258 Westchester Ave. The New York-based . Its a 24-hour process to prepare the organic duck including blowing air into it for a minimum of eight hours as part of the drying process before roasting. Four Prime steaks grace the menu, the most popular being the grilled skirt steak with chimichurri sauce and the 32-ounce, dry-aged porterhouse for two. On the second floor sits Fin & Brew, where chef Mike Anastacio creates seafood-driven dishes, like harissa-spiked fishermans stew and charred octopus with smoked pear broth, persimmon puree, and bitter greens, to pair with craft beers, particularly those on draft from Vaccaros River Outpost Brewing Co. downstairs, which runs tap lines directly to the Fin & Brew bar.