Located about 30 miles north of Manhattan, Rockland County, New York, is a place that offers a rural setting complete with farmer's markets and street fairs. While there are plenty of restaurants in Rockland County, one will need to venture out a little to satisfy a craving for German food. Luckily, the drive is not too far to find traditional German food in the area.
For nearly 20 years, Jennifer's Restaurant has served European food with a German flair. The menu features lighter items, like the salmon filet with ginger and citrus, to heavier dishes like the Bavarian platter. The menu crosses cultures with entrees like Steak au Poivre, green peppercorns and cognac sauce, and a Caesar salad. In addition to the menu, the restaurant features daily specials. Diners with room for dessert may try German sweets like Palatschinken or a creamy Black Forest parfait. Jennifer's Restaurant is in Yorktown Heights, about 20 miles from Rockland County.
Jennifer's Restaurant
744 Croton Lake Road
Yorktown Heights, NY 10598
914-962-4298
jennifersrestaurant.com
Diners In Rockland County may satisfy a craving for German food with a 20-minute drive to Kirker's Inn in Hawthorne, New Jersey. Traditional German dishes like sauerbraten, schnitzels and bratwurst meet prime rib and chops, at this restaurant specializing in American and German cuisine. The casual environment invites families, business people and friendly gatherings. Guests may appreciate the wine list, full bar, daily specials and homemade desserts. For those with a smaller appetite, petite versions of entrees are available.
Kirker's Inn
237 Diamond Bridge Ave.
Hawthorne, NJ 07506
973-427-7700
kirkers.com
Featuring German and American cuisine, Gus's Restaurant & Tavern offers snacks appetizers, lunch and dinner. Diners who want a traditional German meal may start with the fleisch and kaese teller, a platter of German deli meats and cheese, followed by an entrée of bratwurst or sauerbraten. The menu features hearty American dishes, too, like steaks and roast beef. Gus's offers a monthly special, which features dinner for two and a bottle of wine. Visitors to the area in the fall may catch the restaurant's annual Oktoberfest. Gus's Restaurant and Tavern is located in New Windsor, New York, about 30 miles north of Rockland County.
Gus's Restaurant & Tavern
10 Quassaick Ave.
New Windsor, NY 12553
845-561-3113
gusrestaurant.com
