Opus 465 is an unpretentious, yet sophisticated restaurant located in the quaint town of Armonk, NY. Chef/Owner Marc Mazzarulli, chose the word “OPUS”, which means a work of art, to symbolize his passionate nature for creative cuisine and desire to translate that passion into a complete dining experience. “465" derives from the address, 465 Main Street.
Chef Marc Mazzarulli’s main objective when opening Opus 465 in 1998 was to offer “something for everyone.” He stays innovative and fresh with his Contemporary American cuisine, adding just a hint of Italian flare from his family background. His dishes are skillfully prepared and artistically presented. Chef Marc is a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, NY.
Opus 465 offers a variety of different atmospheres to accommodate all diners. The main floor has a handsome antique bar imported from England with cozy tables for diners who enjoy the bar ambience or the live music performed Wednesday thru Saturday evenings. Adjacent to the bar is a warm family friendly dining room with walnut wood work and floors, separated by etched glass partitions. The tented outdoor patio is available for dining May thru September. The upstairs is a spacious yet inviting dining room with private alcoves for more intimate dining or for private catered affairs. Press Blue Button to see menus and Opus 465 website.
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Caffe Azzurri Wine Bar & Restaurant, serving New American cuisine with an Italian flair, is located at 20 N. Central Avenue in Hartsdale, NY 10530. Dine at Caffe Azzurri and discover the warmth, comfort, and authentic culinary flavors set in an ambiance of elegance. Caffe Azzurri welcomes you into their charming dining room and lounge offering a perfect atmosphere for you to enjoy their eclectic menu of meat and seafood, homemade pasta, and extensive list of international wines.
Start your dinner with delicious crab cake, broccoli rabe, sweet-n-sour calamari, east coast oysters from the raw bar, or one of the other delectable starters. An excellent selection of salads, homemade pasta and risotto is tempting followed by an extensive surf and turf menu including Chilean sea bass, Italian seafood stew, whole fish of the day, free range chicken, steaks, rack of lamb, rib veal chop, and traditional Italian entrees.
Stop by and join owners Jerry Colella and Michael Agrusa for a special evening out at Caffe Azzurri, a charming and elegant Wine Bar and Restaurant.
The word is: Excellent food and great service.
Features Bar Lounge offering small plates Outdoor dining Private Functions (up to 100 people) Prix Fixe (Sun thru Wed) Valet Parking
North Star Restaurant is located at 85 Westchester Ave, Pound Ridge, NY 10576, in the hamlet of Scotts Corners, just one minute from the Stamford Connecticut border. A journey to Scotts Corners will bring you back a decade or three to a time when people waved to you from the sidewalk as you traveled down the street.
North Star opened with a mission to serve Westchester and Fairfield Counties with upscale American food in a relaxed, casual atmosphere. They have successfully created a space that has a timeless feel. From the famous quotes painted along the ceiling to the hand stained pine floors, every detail of the decor conveys a feeling of warmth. With their warm and airy décor and innovative, yet hearty, cuisine, North Star succeeds in satisfying an almost impossible list of dining demands.
Appetizers include new takes on traditional favorites. Truffle 'Mac & Cheese' features cheddar and fontina cheese, black truffle and toasted breadcrumbs. Specialties of the house include their signature Soy Glazed Chilean Sea Bass paired with lightly sauteed snow peas and ginger beurre blanc sauce, pan-seared West Coast Halibut, NY Strip Steak, and duck dishes. Live music every Thursday and Sunday night.
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Features Live Music Outdoor dining
The word is: Wonderfully inventive food paired with excellent wines in a great atmosphere.
The Artist’s Palate, Bistro & Wine Bar, is located at 307 Main Street, Poughkeepsie NY 12601, Dutchess County in the Hudson River Valley. The concept of The Artist’s Palate is a comfortable, affordable restaurant focused on seasonality. The restaurant showcases the owners' passion for food as well as the talented artists of the Hudson Valley. The Artist’s Palate strives to provide its customers with the freshest local produce and ingredients as possible, while still providing affordable, reasonable prices. Press Blue Button for menus and more about the Artist’s Palate Bistro & Wine Bar.
Note: The Artist’s Palate restaurant is within walking distance of Bardavon in Poughkeepsie.
The word is: New York City dining experience in Poughkeepsie. Great food and atmosphere.
Opus 465 is an unpretentious, yet sophisticated restaurant located in the quaint town of Armonk, NY. Chef/Owner Marc Mazzarulli, chose the word “OPUS”, which means a work of art, to symbolize his passionate nature for creative cuisine and desire to translate that passion into a complete dining experience. “465" derives from the address, 465 Main Street.
Chef Marc Mazzarulli’s main objective when opening Opus 465 in 1998 was to offer “something for everyone.” He stays innovative and fresh with his Contemporary American cuisine, adding just a hint of Italian flare from his family background. His dishes are skillfully prepared and artistically presented. Chef Marc is a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, NY.
Opus 465 offers a variety of different atmospheres to accommodate all diners. The main floor has a handsome antique bar imported from England with cozy tables for diners who enjoy the bar ambience or the live music performed Wednesday thru Saturday evenings. Adjacent to the bar is a warm family friendly dining room with walnut wood work and floors, separated by etched glass partitions. The tented outdoor patio is available for dining May thru September. The upstairs is a spacious yet inviting dining room with private alcoves for more intimate dining or for private catered affairs. Press Blue Button to see menus and Opus 465 website.
Features Catering Live Music Outdoor Patio Sunday Brunch
Route 22 American Restaurant and Bar, serving eclectic American food, is a restaurant designed to give patrons a sense of what Armonk was like in a different era. Located on Old Route 22 and situated in a former 1930's gas station, Route 22 is a 4,000 square foot restaurant where décor and ambiance are reminiscent of the 1930's.
The Bedford Post Farmhouse and the Bedford Post Barn are both located at 954 Old Post Road in Bedford, New York 10506. Both restaurants serve New American cuisine, the Farmhouse being more formal than the barn.
The word is: Everyone agrees the country setting and decor is beautiful; many say the seasonal changing menu is fantastic while others claim it's just "too expensive" and portions are too small "we walked out hungry", . . . check out the reviews.
Bedford Post - The Farmhouse, and Bedford Post - The Barn, are both located at 954 Old Post Road in Bedford, New York 10506. Both restaurants serve New American cuisine, the Farmhouse being more formal than the barn.
The word is: Very expensive . . . small portions . . . check out the reviews on Zagat before booking.
Sammy's Downtown Bistro & Bar, a neighborhood restaurant serving American continental cuisine, is located at 124 Pondfield Road, Bronxville NY 10708, Westchester County.
Features Late night dining Outdoor dining
The word is: You may want to leave the kids home and join other couples in this upscale and attractive dining room showing mildly provocative artwork, as an attentive wait-staff serves very good food.
Underhills Crossing Restaurant is located at 74.5 Pondfield Road, Bronxville, New York 10708 in Westchester County. "Our seasonally changing menu features American Nouvelle Cuisine with a French flair."
Crabtree's Kittle House Restaurant & Inn, serving New American cuisine, is located at Eleven Kittle Road, Chappaqua, NY 10514 in Westchester County. Crabtree's Kittle House Inn offers 12 guest rooms; the former stables have been transformed into a wine cellar that holds one of the "greatest collections of fine wines on earth".
Monteverde at Oldstone Manor, serving progressive American cuisine, is located at 28 Bear Mountain Bridge Road (Routes 202 and 6 West) Cortlandt Manor, NY 10567 in northwest Westchester County. This historic 1760 mansion with sweeping views of the Hudson River has been restored to include a Restaurant, Inn and Spa. Menus change frequently to take advantage of seasonal ingredients. Press Blue Button for menus and website.
Features Live Jazz on Friday & Saturday Sunday Brunch Wine garden (weather permitting) Inn & Spa
The word is: "Traditional entrees were expertly prepared. Nothing on the menu was off key." NY Times.
The Half Moon is located at 1 High Street in Dobbs Ferry NY 10522, in one of the Hudson River Towns of Westchester County.
The word is: Attractive restaurant with an upscale vibe and breathtaking views of the Hudson River; have a before dinner drink on the outside patio overlooking the Hudson; enjoy a few small plates; service is unpredictable.
Halstead Avenue Bistro, serving seasonal Contemporary American cuisine, is located at 123 Halstead Ave, Harrison, NY 10528. Press Blue Button for menus and more about Halstead Avenue Bistro.
Caffe Azzurri Wine Bar & Restaurant, serving New American cuisine with an Italian flair, is located at 20 N. Central Avenue in Hartsdale, NY 10530. Dine at Caffe Azzurri and discover the warmth, comfort, and authentic culinary flavors set in an ambiance of elegance. Caffe Azzurri welcomes you into their charming dining room and lounge offering a perfect atmosphere for you to enjoy their eclectic menu of meat and seafood, homemade pasta, and extensive list of international wines.
Start your dinner with delicious crab cake, broccoli rabe, sweet-n-sour calamari, east coast oysters from the raw bar, or one of the other delectable starters. An excellent selection of salads, homemade pasta and risotto is tempting followed by an extensive surf and turf menu including Chilean sea bass, Italian seafood stew, whole fish of the day, free range chicken, steaks, rack of lamb, rib veal chop, and traditional Italian entrees.
Stop by and join owners Jerry Colella and Michael Agrusa for a special evening out at Caffe Azzurri, a charming and elegant Wine Bar and Restaurant.
The word is: Excellent food and great service.
Features Bar Lounge offering small plates Outdoor dining Private Functions (up to 100 people) Prix Fixe (Sun thru Wed) Valet Parking
Comfort Restaurant, serving Vegan and Organic cuisine, is located at 598 Warburton Ave, Hastings-On-Hudson, NY 10706, in one of the River Towns of Westchester, NY. Press Blue Button for menus and more about Comfort.
The word is: Wonderful and delicious tasty organic dishes; try the roasted chicken with choice of Asian spices or fresh herbs, wonderful soups, sandwiches and more; all served at the right price, and good for you.
Juniper, serving New American cuisine, is located at 575 Warburton Avenue, Hastings-on-Hudson NY 10706, in the Hudson River Towns of Westchester County.
The word is: Charming bistro, serving delicious food prepared by chef in full sight of diners; and offered at reasonable prices
Deer Park Tavern is located at 40 DeerPark Road, Katonah, NY 10536. Deer Park serves New American cuisine in a casually upscale environment. The kitchen produces a variety of seasonally changing items from Rack of "Natural" Suckling Pig, Sesame Seed Crusted Wild Salmon to Meatloaf. Deer Park Tavern offers Outdoor dining and a full bar.Press Blue Button for menus.
Plates Restaurant, serving New American cuisine, is located at 121 Myrtle Boulevard, across the street from the train station that was originally constructed as a rest stop for New Haven Line conductors and train engineers at the turn of the century. Press Blue Button for menus, photos, and more about Plates Restaurant.
Watercolor Café, serving American Bistro fare, is located at 2094 Boston Post Road in Larchmont, Westchester NY 10538.
The word is: Good bistro fare in nice surroundings with excellent performances of high caliber talent. Check out entertainment calendar on Watercolor's website.
Roasted Peppers, offering casual American dining, is located at 320 Mamaroneck Avenue, Mamaroneck NY 10543, Westchester County. Brothers Juan and Roberto Lepe have been chefs in Westchester County for over twenty years. Their roots in Jalisco, Mexico, combined with culinary experiences here in New York have allowed their expertise and creativity to flourish into Roasted Peppers . . .
The word is Casual and comfortable restaurant serving delicious chunky guacamole made table side, excellent thin lightly grilled bread along with roasted pepper and bean spread, served at every table.
The Flying Pig, serving New American cuisine, is located at 251 Lexington Avenue, Mount Kisco NY 10549. "The Flying Pig is Northern Westchester’s standard bearer for local, natural, farm-to-table foods."
Features Outdoor dining
The word is: Healthy food, attractive restaurant and very good food.
Lexington Square Café is located at 501 Lexington Ave in Mount Kisco NY 10549, Westchester County. Lexington Square serves regional American cuisine peppered with European, Asian and Middle Eastern influences.
Features Outdoor dining Sunday Brunch
The word is: Most agree; very good food served in a stylish and inviting atmosphere.
The Sterling Inn is located at 1279 North Ave, New Rochelle, NY 10804. The Sterling Inn now offers a Casual Dining menu. Press Blue Button for menus, events, and reviews.
121 Restaurant & Bar, serving New American cuisine, is located at 2 Dingle Ridge Road at the corner of Route 121 & Dingle Ridge Road in North Salem NY 10560, Westchester County.
Features Outdoor dining
The word is: Very good food and a friendly bar; the noise level can get very loud so ask for a table on the porch in good weather.
Wobble Café is located at 21 Campwoods Road in Ossining, NY 10562. The Wobble Café is a cozy, comfortable, child friendly neighborhood restaurant. Art exhibits and children's drawings grace the walls, and children play in an inviting (carefully cleaned!) play area among the tables.
12 Grapes Music and Wine Bar, serving New American cuisine, is located at 12 North Division Street in Peekskill, NY 10566. 12 Grapes Restaurant is just one block from The Paramount Center for the Arts.
Division Street Grill is located at 26 North Division Street, Peekskill, NY 10566. Located in the heart of Historic Downtown Peekskill's Artist District, The Division Street Grill restaurant offers Contemporary American and International Cuisine in a New York Style Setting. Press Blue Button for menus, live Jazz and events schedule.
Features Live Jazz on Friday and Sat.
The word is: Attractive décor and great atmosphere at this stylish Peekskill restaurant.
The Iron Horse Grill is an intimate, 60-seat restaurant; located in the turn of the century Pleasantville, New York train station, at 20 Wheeler Avenue, Pleasantville NY 10570, Westchester County.
Features Outdoor dining Cell phones may not be used in dining room
The word is: Rave reviews about the absolutely fabulous food; prepared from fresh natural and organic ingredients; served in a charming space by an exceptional wait-staff.
Blue Hill at Stone Barns is located at 630 Bedford Road in Pocantico Hills, New York 10591. Blue Hill at Stone Barns combines a working farm, restaurant, and educational center in the spectacular surroundings of Pocantico Hills, New York, revitalizing a collection of barns and creating a space that highlights the abundant resources of the Hudson Valley. Press Blue Button for menus and more about Blue Hill at Stone Barns.
The word is: Check recent Zagat reviews before making reservations.
North Star Restaurant is located at 85 Westchester Ave, Pound Ridge, NY 10576, in the hamlet of Scotts Corners, just one minute from the Stamford Connecticut border. A journey to Scotts Corners will bring you back a decade or three to a time when people waved to you from the sidewalk as you traveled down the street.
North Star opened with a mission to serve Westchester and Fairfield Counties with upscale American food in a relaxed, casual atmosphere. They have successfully created a space that has a timeless feel. From the famous quotes painted along the ceiling to the hand stained pine floors, every detail of the decor conveys a feeling of warmth. With their warm and airy décor and innovative, yet hearty, cuisine, North Star succeeds in satisfying an almost impossible list of dining demands.
Appetizers include new takes on traditional favorites. Truffle 'Mac & Cheese' features cheddar and fontina cheese, black truffle and toasted breadcrumbs. Specialties of the house include their signature Soy Glazed Chilean Sea Bass paired with lightly sauteed snow peas and ginger beurre blanc sauce, pan-seared West Coast Halibut, NY Strip Steak, and duck dishes. Live music every Thursday and Sunday night.
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The word is: Wonderfully inventive food paired with excellent wines in a great atmosphere.
The Creek is located at 578 Anderson Hill Road, Purchase, NY 10577. Serving New American cuisine at its best, The Creek has received a "Very Good" from the New York Times on 5 reviews. Located in a charming residential area, we are only minutes from the Purchase Performing Arts Center at SUNY College.
Chat American Grill, serving American and New American food, is located at 1 Christie Place, Scarsdale, NY 10583 in Westchester, NY. Chat is a "fun lively restaurant" with large bar area located in Scarsdale's downtown; Chat offers an outdoor terrace and indoor parking.
Meritage Restaurant, serving New American - Italian, is located at 1505 Weaver Street in Scarsdale, Westchester NY 10583. Press Blue Button for menus and more about Meritage.
The word is: From small plates to entrees, a great find.
The Pinnacle Restaurants are located in “horse country” at The Somers Pointe Golf Club, 1000 West Hill Drive, Somers, NY 10589 in Westchester County. The Pinnacle's "Ala Carte Restaurant" is an American bistro with a Mediterranean flare. You can also dine in The Pinnacle's "Pub Room". Press Blue Button to see menus and "Live Events" schedule at The Pinnacle.
Seasons American Bistro & Lounge, serving New American cuisine, is located at 289 Route 100 in Somers, New York 10589. "At Seasons, we have a tradition-conscious menu with some adaptations to old favorites. Seasons' menu features Plate Creations, an innovative approach to meal design which offers diners a wide array of entreè choices complete with fresh sides of their choice."
An American Bistro serving New American cuisine, is located at 296 Columbus Ave, Tuckahoe, NY 10707. Press Blue Button for menus and more about An American Bistro.
The Tap House, serving New American cuisine in a Pub atmosphere, is located at 16 Depot Square, Tuckahoe NY 10707, Westchester County.
The word is: Great location across the street from Metro North in Tuckahoe; vibrant bar scene serving over 70 craft and premium beers; attractive upscale setting; but many agree the food needs to improve.
42 is located on the 42nd floor of the Ritz-Carlton Hotel, 1 Renaissance Square, White Plains, NY 10601 in Westchester County.
Features Game served Views of the Manhattan skyline
The word is: Most agree the food is excellent, the views of the Manhattan skyline are worth the visit, the wait-staff is knowledgeable and caring, and the dining rooms are attractive.
Blue is located at 99 Church Street in White Plains, New York 10601 in Westchester County. "We opened our doors February 11, 2004, standing alone as a NU American Restaurant with an Asian Flair. Our dining room has spacious tables and comfortable banquets in an industrial inspired environment."
Elements Food and Spirits, serving New-American cuisine and International foods, is located at 161 Mamaroneck Avenue, White Plains, NY 10601. Elements offers a partially-covered rooftop deck that features a full bar, two 50-inch plasma screens and a DJ.
The word is: The food is very good. Enjoy an early meal; if the late night DJ, bar scene, and dancing is your thing - its "Manhattan in White Plains".
X2O Xaviars On The Hudson, serving New American cuisine, is located at 71 Water Grant Street, Yonkers NY 10701, Westchester County in the lower-Hudson Valley. X2O sits on the historic Yonkers Pier, a structure built at the turn of the century and accessible by car, boat or train.
Features Hudson River Views
The word is: Of course, it's fantastic, X2O is one of Peter Xavier Kelly's amazing restaurants in the Hudson Valley. "Outstanding . . . from appetizer through main course, veggies, dessert and even the coffee were delicious"; ". . . the very best restaurant I have ever been to. The food was fantastic, the service extraordinary and the view mesmerizing".
Reviews include The New York Times highest rating (Extraordinary), The Mobil Travel Guide Four Star Award, Restaurant News Dining Hall of Fame, Zagat's Survey (29 out of 30).
DaBa Restaurant, serving New American cuisine with an International flair, is located at 225 Warren Street, Hudson NY 12534, Columbia County in the Hudson River Valley.
The word is: The food, the food . . . it is fabulous, and the service is wonderful.
Red Dot Restaurant & Bar
518-828-3657
Red Dot Restaurant & Bar, serving New American cuisine, is located at 321 Warren Street, Hudson NY 12534, Columbia County in the Hudson Valley. Outdoor dining available.
The Red Devon, serving Farm-To-Table cuisine, is located at 108 Hunns Lake Road, Bangall NY 12506, Dutchess County in the Hudson Valley. ". . . fantastically fresh food in an environment that is serious about progressive environmental and agricultural change.” Hudson Valley Magazine. Visit the Market Cafe for breakfast or lunch and enjoy dinner and Sunday Brunch at the restaurant. Press Blue Button to check hours of operation.
Features Organic ingredients Outdoor dining on patio Sunday brunch
The word is: The food is amazing; served by a knowledgeable wait-staff, and clearly prepared with care and love. Don't miss this gem.
Homespun Foods, serving breakfast, lunch, and pastries is located at 232 Main Street, Beacon NY 12508, Dutchess County in the Hudson River Valley.
The word is: Small cafe with cozy atmosphere and Outdoor dining available; offering delicious and healthy foods including soups, salads, sandwiches, good cheese selection, and more at a reasonable price . . . and yummy desserts.
Take Metro North to the town of Beacon where you can visit Dia:Beacon Museum - Riggio Galleries or spend the day visiting the home of Franklin D. Roosevelt, a National Historic Site in beautiful Dutchess County.
Eleven 11 grille & spirits, serving New American cuisine and comfort food, is located at 1111 Main Street, Fishkill NY 12524, Dutchess County in the Hudson Valley.
The word is: Cozy and warm atmosphere where friends enjoy dining at the bar and singles can meet new friends.
The Culinary Institute of America is located at 1946 Campus Drive, Hyde Park NY 12538, Dutchess County in the Hudson River Valley. Call 845-471-6608, for reservations at one of the excellent restaurants at The Culinary Institute of America.
Restaurants American Bounty Restaurant Apple Pie Bakery Café Caterina de' Medici Escoffier St. Andrew's Café
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Twist, serving New American cuisine, is located at 4290 Albany Post Road, Hyde Park NY 12538, in one of the River Towns of Dutchess County in the Hudson River Valley.
Number 9, serving New American cuisine, is located in Simmons’ Way Village Inn, 53 Main Street Millerton, NY 12546, Dutchess County in the Hudson Valley.
The word is: Number 9 is a wonderful restaurant, serving excellent food made with local ingredients, served by a friendly and knowledgeable waitstaff in a charming atmosphere. Suppliers such as Herondale Farm (. . . raising livestock in an environment of sustainable agriculture . . .100% free from hormones, antibiotics and steroids . . . pastures are certified organic.) are listed on the Local Friends page of the Number 9 website.
Features Live Music Waterfront dining at the bank of the Hudson River
The word is: Wonderful restaurant offering a warm and charming atmosphere, terrific food, and a gracious wait-staff.
The Artist’s Palate, Bistro & Wine Bar, is located at 307 Main Street, Poughkeepsie NY 12601, Dutchess County in the Hudson River Valley. The concept of The Artist’s Palate is a comfortable, affordable restaurant focused on seasonality. The restaurant showcases the owners' passion for food as well as the talented artists of the Hudson Valley. The Artist’s Palate strives to provide its customers with the freshest local produce and ingredients as possible, while still providing affordable, reasonable prices. Press Blue Button for menus and more about the Artist’s Palate Bistro & Wine Bar.
Note: The Artist’s Palate restaurant is within walking distance of Bardavon in Poughkeepsie.
The word is: New York City dining experience in Poughkeepsie. Great food and atmosphere.
Beech Tree Grill, serving New American cuisine, is located at 1 Collegeview Avenue, Poughkeepsie NY 12603, in one of the River Towns of Dutchess County.
The word is: "Great pub atmosphere" at this cozy and popular restaurant near Vassar, where "the food is delicious and staff is friendly". Enjoy dishes ranging from burgers to Sautéed Wild American Shrimp with Roma Tomatoes & Fresh Mozzarella, tossed with Pesto Cream & Pasta, all at "reasonable prices".
Crave Restaurant and Lounge, serving New American cuisine, is located at 129 Washington Street, Poughkeepsie NY 12601, Dutchess County in one of the Hudson Valley River Towns.
The word is: From the owners "Crave serves contemporary food with modern twists in a romantic and intimate setting and is located directly under the entrance of the Walkway over the Hudson."
"The food is spectacular, the ambiance is upscale Manhattan, and the chefs are all alumni of the Culinary Institute of America."
Crew Restaurant and Bar, serving American Regional cuisine, is located at 2290 South Road, Poughkeepsie NY 12601, Dutchess County in the Hudson Valley.
Flatiron Restaurant, serving New American food, is located at 7488 South Broadway, Red Hook NY 12571, Dutchess County in the Hudson Valley. Press Blue Button and check out the unique menu at the Flatiron Restaurant.
The word is: Fabulous food, ranging from a selection of different kinds of burgers, traditional steak cuts, roasted oysters, Steak tartare and delicious sides; ingredients are purchased from local farms with all dishes, from the bread to the desserts, made in-house.
Note: When we can we buy our vegetables from Migliorelli Farms. Our ground beef and lamb are from Meiller's farm.
Calico, a charming intimate bistro serving Eclectic New American cuisine, is located at 6384 Mill Street, Rhinebeck NY 12572, Dutchess County in the Hudson River Valley. "Calico is a charming, intimate Bistro serving eclectic American food with a European flare. Patisserie specializing in French Pastry. Award winning Chef and Pastry Chef owned and operated."
The word is: Delicious food and amazing desserts, served in a small intimate setting with gracious service - all at reasonable prices.
Terrapin Restaurant, Bistro & Bar, serving New American cuisine with an eclectic mix of seasonal dishes, is located at 6426 Montgomery Street, Rhinebeck NY 12572, Dutchess County in the Hudson River Valley.
The word is: Enjoy an array of delicious seasonal dishes, tapas, and more at this upscale restaurant where you can eat in the more formal dining room of this beautiful converted church or the more casual Red Bistro and bar.
Belvedere Mansion, bed and breakfast and fine dining restaurant, is located at 10 Olde Route 9 Staatsburg NY 12580, Dutchess County in the Hudson Valley.
The word is: Mixed reviews about the rooms at the inn and the restaurant; check out individual reviews before booking.
Madalin's Table, serving New American cuisine, is located at 53 Broadway Tivoli NY 12583, Dutchess County in the Hudson River Valley. "At Madalin's Table, we believe in using the finest, freshest local ingredients whenever possible. To that end we change our menu seasonally to reflect the fruits of our local farmers and suppliers." The restaurant is housed in a meticulously restored 1909 hotel; a romantic dining room and a tavern are available for dinner.
The word is: Many say the food is wonderful, some are disappointed.
Bailey's Backyard American Bistro, serving New American cuisine, is located at 23 Bailey Ave, Ridgefield, CT 06877. Bailey's is located in a building that dates back to the turn of the century. Press Blue Button to view menus and more about Bailey's Backyard.
The Elms Inn, serving “Yankee Cuisine”, is located at 500 Main Street, Ridgefield, CT 06877. The Elms Inn is a charming 1799 Historic New England Inn located on tree-lined Main Street in beautiful Ridgefield, CT. Set among 3 acres of grounds and gardens, The Elms Inn includes 23 period rooms and suites as well as the four star Elms Restaurant & Tavern.
Dining is available in the dining room; or enjoy the simpler fare of the colonial tavern, or the covered terrace. The Elms Restaurant & Tavern received an “Excellent Rating” from The New York Times. Press Blue Button to view menus, reviews and more about The Elms Inn.
Route 22, serving eclectic American food, is located in Stamford, Connecticut. Located in Commerce Park, the 6,000 square foot restaurant's automotive décor and ambiance are reminiscent of the 1930's.
The Basement Bistro is located at 774 & 776 Route 45 in Earlton NY 12058, Greene County in the Hudson River Valley. The 30-seat restaurant is located in the basement of Damon & Elizabeth's residence, sharing the same property with their Sagecrest offices and catering kitchens. Damon's goal was to bring his original, creative regional cuisine to his patrons in a unique, casual location.
The word is: Amazing meal with many saying "the best I've ever had". Each course is superb accompanied by warm hospitality; the meal is prepared from produce on Chef Damon's farm with meat sourced from a neighboring farm.
Glenmere, a luxurious boutique hotel, restaurant and spa, is located at 634 Pine Hill Road, Chester NY 10918, Orange County in the Hudson Valley. "Located in the rolling farm lands of the lower Hudson Valley, sits the majestic 150 acre estate and Gilded Age mansion called Glenmere. Glenmere is a premier, 19 suite boutique hotel and restaurant. Room Rates: $550 - $3,500.
"Glenmere was built in 1911 as a country retreat for industrialist and real estate scion Robert Goelet . . . today, Glenmere has been restored to preserve its historical significance as an architectural and horticultural masterpiece, and has been transformed into a luxurious boutique hotel, restaurant and spa."
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River Grill, serving New American cuisine, is located at 40 Front Street, Newburgh, NY 12550, Orange County in one of the River Towns of the Hudson River Valley.
Features Waterfront Dining on patio overlooking the Hudson River
The word is: Best on a warm sunny day when you can sit outside and enjoy the beautiful views of the Hudson River. While many agree the "food is very good," River Grill is "not recommended for Vegetarians".
Torches On the Hudson, serving Traditional American Cuisine, is located at 90 Front Street, Newburgh NY 12550, in one of the River Towns of Orange County in the Hudson Valley.
Features Waterfront dining on the patio
The word is: Have a drink on the patio; check out the reviews before making reservations for dinner.
Iron Forge Inn, serving New American cuisine, is located at 38 Iron Forge Road, Bellvale (Warwick) NY 10912, Orange County in the Hudson Valley. Iron Forge Inn is housed in a 1760s farmhouse with several cozy and comforting rooms.
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The word is: Iron Forge Inn has been offering fine country dining for over 50 years; some say it has changed; but most agree that the food is good, the decor is lovely with a caring wait-staff; and the tab is worth the price; especially in the more casual Tap Room downstairs.
Pioneer
845-986-6500
Pioneer Restaurant, serving New American, is located at 49 Oakland Avenue, Warwick NY 10990, Orange County in the Hudson Valley.
Set on a hilltop overlooking the majestic Hudson River, The Thayer Hotel at West Point is a national historic landmark located in the heart of the Hudson Valley. The majestic, Gothic-style, granite building sits at the south entrance to the U.S. Military Academy, offering dramatic views of the Hudson River and the Hudson Highlands.
With beautiful vistas, 151 luxury guest rooms, 10 meetings rooms, and fine dining, The Thayer Hotel at West Point is an ideal destination for a vacation. In keeping with the historic architecture, the dining room retains the old world charm with leaded glass windows, chandeliers and portraits of military leaders of the past. During the summer months, the Hudson Terrace offers alfresco dining and views of the Hudson River and historic Constitution Island.
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The Bird & Bottle Inn is a small inn located at 1123 Old Albany Post Road in Garrison, NY 10524 in Putnam County. The Bird & Bottle Inn offers a restaurant, serving New American food in an old country inn.
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The word is: Adequate restaurant and nice atmosphere at this "old" colonial country inn with fireplaces that add warmth to your stay.
Valley Restaurant at The Garrison, featuring American Farm to Table cuisine, is located at 2015 Route 9, Garrison NY 10524, in one of the River Towns of Putnam County. "The Valley is our signature, contemporary fine dining restaurant at The Garrison . . . showcasing products from our own Garrison Farm as well as other farms in the region." Please check hours/dates of operation before going.
Features Outdoor dining overlooking the Hudson River Sunday Brunch
The word is: “ . . . phenomenal, country fresh food is tops, service impeccable, space done in fabulous taste, magnificent views of the mountains and river".
Union Restaurant and Bar Latino, serving New American with Latin-fusion dishes, is located at 22-24 New Main Street, Haverstraw, NY 10927, Rockland County in the Hudson River Valley. Outdoor dining available at this "Best New Restaurant of the Year" awarded by Hudson Valley Magazine in 2008.
Features Outdoor dining on patio
The word is: The lovely, friendly "hacienda style atmosphere", excellent food, and outstanding service, has you coming back again and again.
Cafe Barcel, serving New American cuisine with Latin and Mediterranean influences, is located at 162 Main Street, Nyack NY 10960, Rockland County in the Hudson River Valley.
The word is Lively and inviting decor serving fabulous food with Latin influences - and don't miss the buñuelos for dessert.
Hudson House of Nyack, serving New American cuisine, is located at 134 Main Street, Nyack, NY 10960, Rockland County in the Hudson Valley. Outdoor dining at a few tables on the sidewalk and a few on the back patio.
Features Outdoor dining
The word is: Excellent food cooked to perfection; you may want to book during the week, as it is difficult to have a conversation on weekend evenings when the restaurant is full.
Freelance Cafe & Wine Bar is located at 506 Piermont Avenue, Piermont, NY 10968, adjacent to Xaviar's in Piermont. Peter Xavier Kelley's restaurants have set the standard for culinary excellence in the suburbs above Manhattan. His restaurants, all located in the Hudson Valley, have been lauded by local and national critics alike.
This more casual sibling of Xaviar's in Piermont is an excellent combination of American Cafe Style, French Bistro and Italian Trattoria. This Art Deco Bistro and Wine Bar offers an exciting menu of small and large plates, allowing diners the possibility of tasting. Specials are offered daily, as well as an ever-changing list of wines by the glass (in addition to our award-winning wine list). Press Blue Button for more about dining at Freelance Cafe.
The word is: Before or after dining, enjoy a walk on the Pier at Piermont (the Pier walk closes at 9:00 pm).
Slattery's Landing Restaurant, serving steak and seafood, is located at 5 Roundhouse Road, Piermont, New York, 10968 in Rockland County. Slattery's offers lunch, dinner, and Sunday Brunch in a lovely setting near the banks of the Hudson River.
The word is: Enjoy Outdoor dining near the banks of the Hudson River. Before or after you've finished dining, enjoy a walk on the Pier at Piermont (the Pier walk closes at 9:00 pm).
Note: For late night dining: Friday and Saturdays 10:00 am to 2:00 am
Xaviars at Piermont is located at 506 Piermont Avenue, Piermont, NY 10968. Westchester, Rockland, Connecticut and New Jersey have lauded this special Restaurant. The dining experience begins in an intimate room adorned with a profusion of fresh flowers, candlelight, Versace china and Riedel Stemware while each table is graced with a different Baccarat Crystal figurine. Peter Xavier Kelly offers cuisine inspired by his Contemporary American interpretations and a wine list characterized by 750 selections, one of the most comprehensive collections in the world. Press Blue Button for more about dining at Xaviars.
The word is: Before or after dining, enjoy a walk on the Pier at Piermont (the Pier walk closes at 9:00 pm).
Hudson Water Club, serving New American, is located at 606 Beach Road, West Haverstraw NY 10993, in one of the River Towns of Rockland County.
Features Fireplace Live music Outdoor dining on deck at the Haverstraw Marina
The word is: All agree that the views are amazing; great atmosphere in the "gorgeous dining room" and "like being on vacation" on the deck outside overlooking the Hudson River; friendly service; "had a wonderful time"; most thought the food was good, even if it's "a bit pricey".
Aroma Thyme Bistro, serving New American cuisine and healthy gourmet dining, is located at 165 Canal Street, Ellenville NY 12428, Ulster County in the Hudson Valley. "From wheatgrass juice to fine wines, we have married holistic and gourmet cuisine. We feel that food should be pure and nutritious . . . we have simple guidelines:
No white sugar No white flour No butter No cream No fried foods Slavery free chocolate
The word is: Especially good for vegans and vegetarians, with a menu that also caters to omnivores.
The Northern Spy Cafe, serving Contemporary American cuisine, is located at Route 213 and Old Route 213, High Falls NY 12440, Ulster County in the Hudson Valley. The Northern Spy Cafe is nestled among waterfalls and apple orchards in the beautiful village of High Falls. The Spy offers guests an inviting comfortable atmosphere to dine and relax.
The word is: Award-Winning International Wine Selections, with over 150 bottles available and 12 wines by the glass nightly.
Beso Restaurant & Bar, serving New American food in a Bistro setting, is located at 46 Main Street, New Paltz NY 12561, Ulster County in the Hudson Valley. From the owners "We lovingly and passionately prepare our food from the freshest, most natural ingredients . . . chose New Paltz because of it's easy access to so many farms that practice organic and sustainable methods of farming."
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The word is: Beso, serving excellent food made from fresh local ingredients, including some organic dishes, is set in a cozy upscale Manhattan vibe atmosphere. Many exclaim "Our dinner was fabulous.".
Cafe Restaurant & Wine Bar, serving a seasonal New American menu, is located at Water Street Market, 10 Main Street Suite 327, New Paltz NY 12561, Ulster County in the Hudson Valley. Vegetarian selections are available including a healthy children’s menu.
Features Outdoor dining with great views.
The word is: Seasonal menu made with fresh ingredients from local farmers make this a great place to eat. Be sure to dine on the deck with views of the Shawangunk Ridge and Wallkill River.
The Red Onion Restaurant & Bar, serving New American cuisine, is located at 1654 Route 212, Saugerties NY 12477, Ulster County in the Hudson River Valley.
The word is: Fabulous food, using the freshest ingredients, served in a cozy atmosphere, some say a bit pricey.
Bear Cafe, serving New American cuisine, is located at 295 Tinker Street, Woodstock NY 12498, Ulster County in the Hudson Valley.
Features Outdoor dining
The word is: Offering winter fireside dining in a cozy country setting and Outdoor dining in warm weather; serving "natural" chicken, Alaskan King Salmon, and many other delicious options, including sandwiches on non-weekend nights.
Violette, a restaurant serving New American cuisine, is located at 85 Mill Hill Road, Woodstock NY 12498, Ulster County in the Hudson Valley. Chef Rabiner opened Violette in the summer of 2003 after graduating from The Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, New York.
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Restaurants - American New
When looking for American New food in Westchester County, select from The Westchester Restaurant Guide's list of Traditional American restaurants.
New American Cuisine
New American Cuisine has its roots in California Cuisine. New American Cuisine, sometimes called Contemporary American, emphasizes a seasonal menu and in some restaurants, a menu that changes daily. New American dishes are influenced and often created depending on the freshest food available. This food is usually provided by local farmers and ranchers and are "in season". Eating a meal prepared with food "in season" also ensures that your meal will be nutritious, since food that has been shipped across the country or the world, loses much of its nutrition.
Another emphasis in New American cooking is to prepare food quickly and efficiently and not "destroy" the natural flavor and ingredients by overcooking. Food are often grilled or quickly steamed.
In summary, New American cuisine uses only fresh ingredients in preparing imaginative and creative dishes. If you can taste the individual ingredients in your dish and your meal looks attractive - you're probably eating New American cuisine.
Basic Elements In New American Cuisine
Uses only the freshest ingredients.
Uses locally grown ingredients whenever possible.
Food is cooked quickly to preserve nutrients. Meats, seafood, and vegetables tend to be grilled over direct, high, heat for short periods.
Recipes are creative. New American chefs are not afraid to mix and combine different types of ingredients such as "adding slices of avocado or some other tasty seasonal ingredient" to your grilled fish or sandwich.
Dishes incorporate the techniques of many cultures including Chinese, Japanese, Italian, French, Mexican and other ethnic styles of preparation.
Even traditional recipes are seldom followed exactly since ingredients may change as the season dictates.
Each dish is prepared "new" each time. A dish is seldom prepared exactly the same way twice.
Fewer ingredients are used. This allows for a fresh and crisp presentation.
Many fruits and vegetables, and some types of seafood, are eaten raw, while many foods are quickly steamed or blanched.
Sauces tend to be simple. Sauces are often made from the juices released while cooking the main dish and may be combined with wine or stock and simply reduced.
Presentation is as important as taste.
Dishes will often use contrasting colors of fresh ingredients, thereby adding to the visual presentation.
The origins of New American Cuisine can be found in California Cuisine
Since California is the leading agricultural state in the nation, over half of the entire nation's fruits and vegetables are grown in California. California is the main producer of many wonderful fruits, vegetables and even nuts including: almonds, artichokes, avocados, dates, figs, kiwi fruit, lima beans, olives, pistachios, pomegranates, prunes, raisins, walnuts, strawberries and much more. California cuisine often includes avocado, artichoke or citrus fruits. Since California has a long coastline, you will also find many fish and seafood dishes served in California Cuisine.
California is also the most populous and ethnically diverse state in the nation. Combine creative and talented chefs, ethic diversity, abundance of fresh produce, and a desire for "healthy" cuisine; and we have the foundations of California Cuisine.
California Cuisine is a style of cooking marked by an interest in "fusion". California Cuisine integrates different cooking styles and ingredients. California's large Asian population has greatly influenced many dishes. Many Chefs have adopted ingredients and spices common to East Asian cuisines, such as bok choy, sesame, ginger, tofu, and curry. As in Asian cooking, California dishes are typically prepared with particularly strong attention to presentation.
Note: Alice Waters is credited with the birth of California Cuisine. In 1971 chef Alice Waters opened her now legendary Chez Panisse restaurant in Berkeley. She was the first restaurateur known to emphasize the cooking styles noted above.
Cooking New American Cuisine
Cooking New American cuisine does not require a set of pre-defined recipes. Chefs often take favorite dishes and exchange ingredients based on seasonal ingredients. You can combine vegetables or spices that you find tasty and define new and wonderful dishes. New American Cuisine is all about reinventing standard recipes or creating new recipes using nutritious and fresh local ingredients.
When preparing New American dishes, many chefs will cook them quickly in order to retain most of the nutrients. Meats, fruits and vegetables tend to be eaten raw or quickly steamed. Meats and seafood are grilled over high heat for a short period of time. To be New American is to be the best combination of different ethnic styles of cooking, local and fresh ingredients combined with a creative touch. New American Cuisine offers a blending of nutritious flavors, textures and aromas presented simply, but beautifully!
Note: Processed food is never used in authentic New American cuisine.
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