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ALFRESCO DINING
Reserve a seat at a sky-topped deck, patio, or garden, and indulge in all that Westchester offers en plein air.
Top: Harvest on Hudson; below: King Kone in Katonah
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This nautical-themed Ossining hotspot at the
edge of the Hudson River offers stellar views from its outdoor patio as well as top-notch American fare and a lively bar scene.
Amore
The “terrazzo” at this Tuscan-farmhouse-style eatery in Armonk is a sizzling outdoor draw for steaming bowls of pasta, crisp artisan pizzas (fresh mozzarella, sauce, and dough are all scratch- made), and old-school Italian classics like chicken scarpariello and zuppa
they dip into simply prepared grilled whole fish and succulent roasted meats.
Fin & Brew
Fresh seafood and local craft beer are served up on the outdoor deck overlooking the Hudson at this award- winning restaurant in the Factoria at Charles Point complex in Peekskill.
Harvest on Hudson
Unparalleled open-air dining (or effortless nibbling) takes place on a patio in a garden at the edge of the Hudson River in Hasting-on- Hudson, where an Italian- focused menu includes
Iconic Eats
pasta and brick-oven pizzas, cheese plates, and a raw bar.
Purdy’s Farmer & the Fish
Snag a coveted seat on the front porch of this North Salem 1776 farmhouse
that boasts a rustically refined foodie vibe and four acres of terraced farmland delivering hyper-fresh produce to every plate. Meats and fish are sourced from ethically minded family farms and fisheries.
Red Hat on the River
The large, see-and-be-seen waterfront dining patio is the perfect spot for people- watching and soaking in the views at this longtime favorite French bistro in Irvington. There’s also
a seasonal roof deck for cocktails and light fare.
RiverMarket
A hot scene and stunning waterfront vistas illuminate the sweeping patio at this Hudson River-side mainstay in Tarrytown, where handcrafted cocktails tango with artisanal wood-fired pizzas, pasture-raised lamb meatballs, and the standout,
locally sourced plate of Hudson Valley cheeses.
Sambal
In Irvington, the second- story deck of this brick- faced bastion of innovative Thai and Malay cooking is the place for myriad curries and noodle dishes (try the one called “drunkman”), plus house specialties of roasted Penang duck and Thai coconut mussels.
Scalini Osteria
Secreted away from Bronxville’s bustling main thoroughfare, climbing
ivy and flowering greenery adorn both a patio and a quaint courtyard where a menu of regionally inspired fine Italian cuisine is highlighted by house-made pastas, local produce, and imported ingredients.
TaqueRio Taco Bar
Mainly an outdoor venue, the expansive Yonkers patio sprawls smack-dab at the edge of the Hudson River, eliciting a cool, laidback vibe with a menu dominated by creative tacos of slow-cooked birria and poached shrimp.
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Sun-soaked and nautically themed, the perennially popular deck at this hip taco heaven (situated aside the Byram River in Port Chester) is a hotbed for feasting on fresh guacamole and chips, elevated tacos, and rice bowls with zippy margaritas to wash it all down.
Dubrovnik
At the county’s only Croatian restaurant, in New Rochelle, a stunning and serene garden — dotted with chiseled-stone fountains and sculptures
— transports diners to the European countryside as
Have you really been to Westchester if you haven’t visited these timeless spots? Delve into classic Westchester with lunch at Walter’s Hot Dogs in Mamaroneck. In business for more than a century, the legendary pagoda-like stand is impossible to miss, and the dogs are equally
unmistakable: Split down the middle and grilled on all sides.
Head north to Katonah for a cool sweet treat at King Kone, a retro ice cream stand constructed in the early 1950s and frozen
in time. Cones of vanilla and chocolate soft- serve are the main draw, with hard scoops also on offer.
When the dinner bell rings, the log-cabin- style Candlelight Inn in Yonkers is the definitive source for chicken wings. A local institution helmed by the same family for more than half a century, these bone-in beauties are
as mouthwatering as they are unique, with full wings of conjoined flats and drums.
When burgers, wings, and beer are calling your name, Pete’s Saloon is the ultimate Westchester spot for the classic pub experience. This gem in Elmsford, operating since 1977, is a longtime favorite, offering the perfect party atmosphere for group gatherings, game nights, and special events.
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HARVEST ON HUDSON & KING KONE PHOTOS BY SAM FRIEDMAN PHOTOGRAPHY