The historic village of Tarrytown, New York, perched elegantly on the eastern bank of the Hudson River, is a community steeped in legend, revolutionary history, and deep-rooted Hudson Valley pride. Known for its scenic river views, historic brick architecture, and its timeless connection to classic American folklore, the area has just welcomed an authentic culinary destination that honors old-world craftsmanship. The Tarrytown Amish Farmhouse Kitchen has officially opened its doors, delivering the slow-simmered comfort foods, scratch-baked goods, and legendary hospitality of historic farming communities straight to Westchester County.
Stepping inside the newly constructed dining room offers an immediate, peaceful contrast to the fast-paced river town. The expansive space is beautifully designed with hand-planed timber beams, custom-built solid oak dining tables, handwritten chalkboard menus, and heavy wooden shelves lined with colorful, hand-packed preserves. The incredible aroma of fresh-churned dairy, slow-roasting meats, and warm yeast rolls immediately tells you that everything here is made the old-fashioned way.
The Backstory: A Journey to the Legendary Valley
The foundation of the Tarrytown Amish Farmhouse Kitchen rests on a multi-generational family legacy originating in the fertile agricultural valleys of Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. For decades, the Stoltzfus and Yoder families operated a highly respected cooperative dairy and a traditional, wood-fired brick smokehouse, passing down timeless food preservation and baking techniques from one generation to the next.
The inspiration to establish a permanent home in Tarrytown was born after several family members spent seasons traveling through the lower Hudson Valley, supplying custom timber framing and seasonal goods to regional community markets. They quickly fell in love with Tarrytown’s deep appreciation for history, independent businesses, and genuine community hospitality. Recognizing that local families craved a dependable, sit-down destination for authentic, northern-style farmstead cooking and family-style gatherings, the families decided to plant permanent roots near the river.
Bringing the massive kitchen to life was a true labor of love involving skilled community craftsmen. Over the course of several months, builders worked tirelessly to construct the restaurant, utilizing traditional hand-pegged joinery and locally sourced rough-sawn timber to create a stunning architectural space built to last for generations. The completed venue stands as a beautiful living bridge between historic agricultural traditions and the welcoming Tarrytown community.
Fan Favorites: What to Order
The Tarrytown Amish Farmhouse Kitchen operates entirely without modern shortcuts, prioritizing small-batch preparation, premium pasture-raised ingredients, and recipes that have been closely guarded for over a century. From hearty, slow-cooked family feasts to decadent morning pastries, these signature items are absolute crowd-pleasing favorites:
- The Traditional Amish Broasted Chicken: Hand-breaded in a proprietary blend of mild seasonings and flash-fried using a specialized high-pressure method, this legendary chicken emerges incredibly crispy on the outside while remaining remarkably tender and juicy on the inside.
- Slow-Simmered Beef Noodles: Thick, hand-rolled egg noodles are slow-cooked in a rich, velvety bone-broth gravy, served over a generous bed of creamy, skin-on mashed potatoes.
- Brown-Butter Mashed Potatoes: Real Yukon Gold potatoes are whipped daily with fresh-churned farm butter and heavy cream, finished with a signature drizzle of deeply browned butter that adds an unforgettable, nutty richness.
- Copper-Kettle Apple Butter & Hot Biscuits: Prepared fresh in the bakery all day long, these massive, flaky buttermilk biscuits are served warm alongside bowls of velvety, twelve-hour slow-simmered apple butter.
- Pillow-Soft Glazed Cinnamon Rolls: Baked fresh from scratch every single morning, these massive pastries are layered with rich cinnamon brown sugar and smothered in a cascading vanilla bean glaze.
Every dinner entrée is accompanied by a complimentary family-style “fixings” tray, featuring house-made sweet bread-and-butter pickles, creamy coleslaw, and fresh-baked potato bread.
Plan Your Visit
Whether you are bringing the entire extended family together for a comforting Sunday dinner, gathering with friends for a hearty weekday lunch, or simply stopping by to grab a box of warm pastries from the bakery counter, the Tarrytown Amish Farmhouse Kitchen welcomes you with unmatched hospitality, timeless surroundings, and exceptionally generous portions.
Location:
Tarrytown Amish Farmhouse Kitchen
250 South Broadway
Tarrytown, NY 10591