Croton-on-Hudson is along the Hudson River in Westchester County, 25 miles north of New York City and 18 miles northwest of White Plains. Covering just 5 square miles, the village's business district is primarily along Riverside Avenue, which serves as home to numerous restaurants. Among these are highly rated establishments that specialize in seafood, international and southern cuisine and range from casual, family restaurants to upscale cafes.
Ocean House Oyster Bar & Grill is at the corner of North Riverside Avenue and Farrington Road and has served Croton-on-Hudson since August 2004. The restaurant held Zagat ratings of "extraordinary to perfection" for its food, "very good to excellent" for its service and "good to very good" for its decor as of October 2010. The readers of "Westchester Magazine" have also named the establishment the "Best Seafood Restaurant" in Westchester County.
The restaurant is known for its clam chowder, which has won awards for being the best in the county from "Westchester Magazine." A signature entree is the sea scallops, served with capers in a dijon and white wine sauce. Although it does not serve alcohol, the restaurant welcomes diners to bring along their own wine or beer.
Ocean House Oyster Bar & Grill serves dinner Tuesday through Sunday and closes on Mondays. Reservations are not taken. The restaurant only sits 19 people, making a wait commonplace; visit early to have your name added to the list and then consider heading to the shore at nearby Senasqua Park to pass the time. Casual attire is acceptable.
Ocean House Oyster Bar & Grill
49 North Riverside Ave.
Croton-on-Hudson, NY 10520
914-271-0702
Umami Cafe is at the corner of South Riverside and Oneida avenues. The restaurant earned Zagat dining guide ratings of "very good to excellent" for its food, "good to very good" for its service and "fair to good" for its decor. "Westhchester Magazine" has previously awarded the restaurant the title of "Best Fusion Restaurant" in the county.
A signature dinner, the macaroni cheese contains Gruyere and Fontina cheeses, truffles, panko crumbs and scallions and has received the title of "Best Mac and Cheese" in Westchester County from "Westchester Magazine." Gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan options are included on the menu. The restaurant serves beer and wine.
The Umami Cafe serves brunch on Sundays and dinner nightly. Reservations are not taken and a wait is possible at peak dining times. In warm weather, ask for seating on the restaurant's patio. Casual attire is appropriate. Catering to families, the restaurant offers a kid's menu on a classic View-Master toy, allowing children to look at pictures of their dining options. High chairs and booster seats are available.
Umami Cafe
325 S. Riverside Ave.
Croton-on-Hudson, NY 10520
914-271-5555
umamicafe.com
Memphis Mae's BBQ Bistro is in the strip mall at the corner of South Riverside Avenue and Municipal Place and opened for business in March 2006. The restaurant held Zagat ratings of "very good to excellent" for its food, "good to very good" for its service and "fair to good" for its decor as of October 2010.
As its name suggests, barbecued entrees are the specialty at Memphis Mae's, such as the Memphis-style ribs served with dry-rubbed seasonings or in barbecue sauce. The readers of "Westchester Magazine" have previously voted the restaurant "Best Barbecue." The bar serves five draft and 12 bottled hand-crafted, microbrew beers. Wine is also featured.
Memphis Mae's BBQ Bistro serves lunch and dinner Tuesday through Sunday and closes every Monday. Reservations are taken only for parties of six or more. Casual attire is the norm. The restaurant has a children's menu, booster seats and high chairs.
Memphis Mae's BBQ Bistro
173 South Riverside Ave.
Croton-on-Hudson, NY 10520
914-271-0125
memphismaes.com
