50 Best American Restaurants near Thornwood

“Focus Immunity was playing tonight. Great cover band. Great sound too. Often places have muddy sound, but this really good. Vocals awesome. Band great over all. Nod to the drummer, though everyone was outstanding .

Service was great as was the food. A good sized crowd, (my age group 40+) though not to busy. Nice look and feel, great place to take the family or what have you.“

“New restaurant very good food, staff was very polite , for my first time I’ll give 5 stars !“

“My wife was not enjoying her leftovers, so we jumped in the car to grab dinner somewhere the night before going into Little Italy the next day. With Italian obviously out, I looked for something to contrast. The corned beef spring rolls caught my attention, as did the shepherd's pie. She agreed: I found the perfect place to go and talk and eat. Especially after I spied the blue French Horn on the wall. Perfection.“

“I absolutely love bagelicious!! I constantly go here and they never miss! The staff is super friendly & and the food is so delicious! I also love that I can get a gluten free bagel here. The staff is very careful to make sure there’s no cross- contamination which I really appreciate! I will always recommend bagelicious 10/10!“

“The restaurant has a lot of good food and I'm really looking forward to more good food“

“I’m afraid to be too honest about how much I loved my first visit to The Tasty Table for fear that the more of us who share the less chance I’ll get a table…but…it’s great!! I can hardly wait to return! Sunday brunch is fantastic! Busy and absolutely worth the wait! I had their delicious shakshuka and an early grey tea while my friend had the hamburger and a cappuccino. We both loved it!!! We ate outside which was lovely, but inside is even more lovely! The design is farmhouse chic meets French patisserie…a great combo!!! And…the staff was kind and generous!! I really look forward to going back!!“

“Beautiful inn , delicious restaurant“

“Food was excellent. Everything was fresh and well prepared.“

“I had a fantastic experience here on Beekman Ave. Everything we ordered arrived perfectly prepared and tasted delicious. The burger was served in a fun checkered paper basket and the crispy fries were seasoned generously with fresh green herbs.

We finished the meal with a decadent slice of chocolate cake topped with a perfect swirl of frosting and a side of ice cream. It was a wonderful treat. I cannot wait to come back and try more of the menu.“

“Great friendly staff. Panini was awesome“

“We had a fantastic dinner at Sweet Grass tonight. The food was perfection and the service was impeccable. Our first time here, but will not be our last.“

“Went to a party there. Felt bad that we had one waitress who had little help, but was really amazing regardless! The food was great! Can’t believe I have never been here! Definitely will be back. Have to try that Bloody Mary!“

“FANTASTIC. This small but cozy breakfast nook was poppin on Saturday morning! I loved the hustle and bustle. We were sitted fast, greeted fast and the food was hot and just as quick!“

“They got the best French fries, Mac and cheese, Chaufa I have ever had! All there menu items are delicious, prices are fair for the organic rotisserie chicken and the customer service is off the chart, they greet you like it’s always the first you order! Highly recommend for family dinners because everyone will love their seasoning!“

“Good was OK....Mac & cheese with bacon had no flavor whatsoever although the filet tips in the appetizer section was very good....service was great!!! Very friendly...I was very surprised when I walked in at how dark it was because the curtains were closed. Once they opened the curtains it was better.“

“Such an adorable place and the food was so delicious! Great ambiance! Lovely hostess and waitstaff“

“I have been to some great places but this is the best place I've been to in New York, hands down. Every single menu item was AMAZING! Farm to table at its best. And the chef is a super friendly great guy and the waiter was awesome. My new go to spot!“

“I’ve been going for 7 years now, and I’ve never had a bad dinner. I bring my friends and family! I give it 5 stars The staff is always warm and welcoming“

“Wonderful experience at Freddy’s yesterday after a picture perfect day at the Point. All of our food was so fresh and just delicious. The wait staff were nice and friendly. The restaurant is so lovely, inside and out. Very, very enjoyable. We will definitely be back for more!“

“My wife and I arrived in Tarrytown for a family wedding too late for lunch and several hours early for an 8 pm welcome reception, so along with my sister and her husband, we decided to go out for some light eats to hold us over. The receptionist at our hotel recommended Pete's Saloon.

We loved it immediately.

The vibe was a step back into the past. In a good way. It's a welcoming place -- the kind of local bar and grill where regulars gather for good food, good friends, cold drinks and (from the looks of the drum kit set up in the back of the room) some great live music.

As for the food, it definitely hit the spot. My wife had a bowl of french onion soup and I had the fried chicken sliders with a tangy Korean BBQ sauce and tater tots. My sister had the baked potato soup while my brother-in-law had the fried chicken sliders with Buffalo sauce. The beer was cold, our server Kim was intentive and friendly and the experience was a great start for an enjoyable weekend with family and friends!“

“My favorite is the onion rings. But all their food is good.“

“Delicious food, inexpensive and comfortable environment!“

“their salads & pizzas are great!“

“It really just doesn't get any better“

“Silver Lake is a great cafe! The food, atmosphere, and service is outstanding, and the place is very clean and well kept every time I’ve been. I got the #3 which is a Smoked Turkey Hero, and it was super solid and filling. I highly recommend swapping the mayo with chipotle mayo — it was amazing and added a lot of flavor. Maybe even get some extra chipotle mayo on the side. I approve!“

“Awesome service! There was a pre fix menu for Valentines Day, but our waiter accommodated me with a different meal of my choice.“

“Good food and friendly staff.“

“Enjoyable lunch experience“

“OMG The cutest place. So sweet and comfy - feels like you are at home. Been here for brunch and dinner - absolutely awesome! Can't go wrong with any dish. I've had eggs, salads, burgers! All delicious! And their desserts, breads, and sweets are amazing!!! So fresh!“

“As usual, we had a lovely time. Fun to watch the USA soccer team and they won! Service = great. The food was mostly good but fish & chips a little soggy evidently. And it was a REALLY hot evening outside. The temp inside Emma's, however, was a little too chilly. But a wonderful evening! Thanks!“

“We booked tables upstairs for a large party for teenage girls and it was a huge hit. The service was wonderful and attentive and the food was great. Highly recommended and much appreciated.“

“Chef Elmer is highly skilled and talented. The quality of the ingredients, the methods of cooking/raw and the spectacular presentation is world class! The tasting menu is one of the best I've had. Highly recommend!“

“Wonderful place, warm ,inviting and great food !!! Been a loyal customer for many years !!! Highly recommend!“

“My church The Star of Bethlehem in Ossining, NY hosted our 135th Church anniversay there yesterday November 15, 2025.. First thank you to the Salazzar Family. The event was set up beautifully, the food was good and the waitstaff were on point and helpful. it was a great great time. Definitely worth this "Gem" in Ossining, NY..WELL DONE TRAVELERS REST, WELL DONE!“

“Delicious food and excellent service! Extremely courteous staff! A wonderful experience“

“A true westchester gem that still shines, you can tell by the number of cars in parking lot when you arrive. Wings were perfect hickory sauce, so good I scraped the plate with the carrots and celery! Salad made w/ greens vs. Iceberg. The dill vinegrette complements the salad. My pan seared scallops with jasmine rice and asparagus was a delight! Not skimping on the portion > 9!!!! My family enjoyed thier entrees also.“

“Great food, great atmosphere, great staff“

“My family and I had burgers, fries and shakes this afternoon. DELICIOUS!! Burgers were juicy, fries were crunchy and seasoned well and shakes were thick, The staff was friendly😁!“

“We used to host a number of events here many years ago, but stopped due to covid. Finally was able to go back for another networking event. I cannot say enough about how great this place is still. Everything was amazing. From the front of the house Staff, waiters and bartenders. I have yet to be disappointed in the food or drinks. Highly Recommend this place to anyone needing an amazing venue.“

“There are enough positive words to say not only what an amazing restaurant this is ..but the employees are fantastic to top it off. From meeting with Erin to guide us through my daughters Baby Sprinkle Shower until the party yesterday .. everything was seamless. Erin always stayed professional.. friendly .. caring and went above and beyond! The day of the Shower .. Kyle and Ashley were our hosts .. they were exceptional! Asked questions .. listened to requests .. professional .. friendly and made sure everything was to our satisfaction!! What a perfect day .. in a perfect Restaurant with the most perfect setting and atmosphere!! Thank you Erin, Ashley , Kyle and the Rye Bar & Grill to making the day memorable!“

“Nice spot for brunch. Waiter was attentive, menu had great selections, food was tasty. Pancakes, salmon eggs Benedict, chicken wrap and burger were liked by all. Lava cake and gelato was really good as well.“

“Beautiful view we sat right by the water The food was very good“

“Wanted to specifically leave a review to highlight the incredibly kind & hospitable service I received from my server, Kiki J yesterday. I was in a rush to head somewhere and she did her best to not only ensure I was in & out as fast as possible, but she gave me & everyone else I saw her serve such excellent service. I was in a rush so I didn’t get to verbally tell her this, but wanted her to know her service was greatly appreciated. If I’m in this area again I would definitely stop by. The food was also very good!“

“Very welcoming staff and great service here. Love their menu and everything I have eaten here has been delicious! Their famous chocolate chip cookies are a great treat---& came with the recipe! This is one of Westchester's hidden treasures!!!!! Adore everything about it!“

“It was Great recommended for all ages“

“Feel right at home. A great place for family and friends.“

“It’s all about the food and atmosphere, Vela has both! So delicious and a def must try!“

“Our waitress appeared to be in a bad mood, not welcoming at all. The food was awful. My burger bun was hard as a rock, the bacon was hard and cold, my kids' broccoli was swimming in some weird oil like liquid, inedible, the chicken Mac& Cheese bowl tasted warm and seemed microwabable.....and we literally had to send back the wine carafe, it was BITTER!!! Needless to say a waste of money! Sorry, I wouldn't recommend, cute place but that is all.“

“Amazing place! We love the atmosphere, food and drinks!!“

“Awesome food highly recommend“