Crabtree's Kittle House - CHAPPAQUA

We had brunch this past Sunday at Kittle House. Due to the pandemic, they're offering a la carte service in place of their typical buffet. We ate in the lovely garden where tables were spaced appropriately. Unfortunately, it did not appear that they are otherwise taking covid-19 precautions seriously. The servers were wearing masks, but frequently removed them from their nose and were touching their faces, then handling dishes. About halfway through my drink, I noticed a heavy imprint of lipstick on my glass (not mine). I sent the drink back and when the server returned, he gave the glass to another table. They had words over the glass as the patron explained that it wasn't hers, and then he brought it to me. The patron was eating, and so not wearing a mask, as she spoke directly over my drink. I get that we're all learning how to navigate this new pandemic world, but Kittle House is failing on customer safety. As for the food, it was nothing special. The a la carte offerings don't hold a candle to the buffet. The presentation was lackluster and the main course (lobster eggs Benedict) was bland. I won't be back any time soon.

If you want to really live, order the Friday night Chicken and meal (veggies, dessert, gravy, salad, truffle potatoes) curbside. Don't get me wrong I was sold on their lobster bisque but honestly this meal is what dreams are made of. Simple yet exquisitely prepared. What a feat. All perfection, from conception to delivery. You wouldn't change one air on its head. Enjoy.

For those wine enthusiasts in the know, this place is pure heaven when it comes to their 60,000+ bottle selection from their wine cellar. The historical building is both a restaurant and inn with a rich past that’s worth learning about while visiting. There is a formal dining room overlooking the garden out back and a rustic dining room near the front with a polished pinewood bar and stone fireplace.My mom and I shared an artichoke heart appetizer which was light but flavorful. And my mom ordered the homemade tagliatelle with crab which also had a lot of flavor with a lingering spice. I ordered the venison, which I grew up eating and although the potatoes were good, I wished the meat had more seasoning.The staff were all very friendly, courteous and helpful. Abe was our server and Leo was our sommelier. Leo was kind enough to show us the cellar after our meal which truly was a special experience for myself and my mom. I will definitely be returning to raid the wine cellar!

We hosted a bridal shower at Crabtree's Kittle House and also stayed overnight prior to the event. This venue was perfect. The accommodations were very comfortable. The food was delicious. The staff was totally accommodating and very attentive in making our event perfect. The event couldn't have been better. We were overjoyed.

Sunday brunch was overcrowded. The service was not attentive. The tables were much too close together to pack people into the restaurant. They even took away the omelet bar an hour before the brunch ended.