Stissing House

Wow, I’ve had this place on my list for so long and I’m so happy I got to cross it off because it was PHENOMENAL. Service, food, ambiance all absolutely perfect. Please do yourself a favor and absolutely get the caramel ice cream. It was the best ice cream I’ve possibly ever had. The artichoke starter was lovely. The broth was so rich and beautiful. The side waiting room is cozy and warm. I wish this place was near me so I could come weekly. 10/10

I was pleasantly surprised by this restaurant after our friends selected it for dinner. I was not initially excited to try it. Most of the dishes are not necessarily unique (roasted chicken, fried fish, etc). However, each dish was really well executed. The curried mussels were the one item that was both unique and delicious. Service was great, and the vibes are very cozy and welcoming. There is a waiting area with a wood burning fireplace and offerings of peanuts. I don't know that I'd spend that much money for such standard dishes again, but I definitely left satisfied and enjoyed everything.

Easily one of my favorite dinners. The ambience is so cozy and homey. We loved all the appetizers particularly the bone broth, ham and mustard, chips and leeks. Our mains and desserts were great as well. They had the fireplace on in the sitting room, my only miss was not arriving early to enjoy it.

Went here for my boyfriend’s birthday and we had a great time! I highly recommend sitting at the bar. Drinks were amazing- try the calvados sour and the pine plains martini! The tuna tartare was sooo good. And definitely get the coconut cake for dessert!

Buddy, I don’t know who Jake is, but he makes the best dang Gouda cheese I ever had. Steak and ale pie with mash…that’ll be my last meal and I’d happily die right afterwords. Great service, thanks to Emma + everyone else ! Get the coconut cake, obviously. Can’t wait to return.

Celebrated my birthday at stissing house and it was just beautiful. We made a reservation in advance and even though it was Thursday, the restaurant was busy. The atmosphere is intimate with the candle light at every table, the design is well chosen and the food is great. We got a complementary dessert which was delicious and I don’t think I took any pictures of the food, but it was delicious. The cheese selection is great.

Beautiful cozy new American restaurant with fantastic service. Loved the fresh farm to table menu. The endive and pear salad was very good. The chicken was excellent, juicy and with the crispiest skin. Squash was also deliciously spliced. We ended our meal with the toffee Sunday which was to die for. All the waiters were super friendly and attentive! Looking forward to many more meals at this delicious restaurant!

Our group of 3 was staying in MA for the weekend and took the >1hr drive to Stissing House for a 9:15pm reservation (the only one available two weeks in advance). It was 100% worth it. The service was incredible and the food was truly special. We ordered the pickles, Gouda, scallops, tomatoes & peaches, grits & dandelion greens, and the ribeye (the suckling pig was sold out by that time). Every single bite was incredible and not a bite went to waste. The cocktails were okay, but paled in comparison to the food. The space itself was beautiful and had a lot of character. We will definitely be back.

We had a pleasure of celebrating my birthday at the Stissing House. The food is forward and delicious. We were pleasantly surprised by how Chef incorporates bitterness and tanginess into her creative cooking. We absolutely enjoyed everything we ordered tonight. the service was on point and friendly.

First time visitor and the entire experience was exceptional! Everything was so yummy but the one item that is an absolute must is the Scallops! There are no words except buttah.....they were silky smooth, not chewy at all, melt in your mouth...buttah!!

BEST ATMOSPHERE of any restaurant I’ve ever experienced in my 40 years on this earth! From the moment you walk in, the smell of an open fireplace just throws you back in time when I’m sure the inside of every building felt this way. The service was excellent and the entire table gets served at the same time. The food comes out hot. And there wasn’t one plate disliked. RECOMMENDING going early to sit in the open fireplace waiting room. FREE peanuts!! Nice touch.

I drive an hour for the coconut cake often. But the entire menu is tight and well thought out. Seasonal, appropriate, and everything kissed with the aroma of the wood fired oven. Eating at Stissing house is like stepping back in time, but it is t at the same time. Because no food or drink in the 1700s was as good as what they serve there now.

Wonderfully warm atmosphere in this restored landmark building (1782) blends beautifully with the elegant simplicity of the menu. Letting the flavors of each unique ingredient stand out in each thoughtful dish, the chef has created a menu that is small in quantity and over the moon in quality. Oysters served on a bed of salt with only a lemon wedge allows you to enjoy the natural flavor of the oysters. The kettle chips are 👌🏽 The highlight was the locally sourced ribeye with creamed kale - just melted in my mouth. Paula served us at the bar and she was the perfect balance of engaging and confident in the drinks and dishes served. The only gripe I have is the entrance, which isn’t clearly labeled, and so you end up doing a lap around the building until you figure it out.

This is my new favorite place. I cannot wait to go back. It’s like it was created to please my senses in every way. Every piece of art I want in my own home. It smelled good. It feels like you’re stepping back in time. It is perfectly designed, minimalist yet warm. The lighting was stunning—low but enough to see easily. Same with the music— it was audible but never overbearing. It is just easy to exist in this place. The roaring fires throughout made it so cozy on a cold winter’s night. The only miss for us was the lamb saddle, the texture was fatty and chewy (but admittedly this is to be expected with that particular cut, just not what we had anticipated). The flavor of the lamb was great though. The chicken, oysters, pickles, scallops, coconut cake and toffee sundae were all winners!

An incredible evening all the way through; cocktails in the snug fireside nook with serve-yourself peanuts in the shell, followed by a wonderful meal in the dining room which has the perfect level of ambiance; a long airy room flanked by large windows and heavy wood accents together is simultaneously intimate, elegant and rustic. The service was perfect - great wine and food recommendations, a really decent wine list with some lesser known French and Italian varietals were the perfect combination to the wood fired meats. The horseradish cream with the steak was a highlight as was the riff on raspberry ripple ice cream - using fig instead. The perfect autumnal dinner.

Such a lovely restaurant - I’ve brought my mom here a handful of times and have been enchanted by the food, atmosphere, and attention to detail each time.

Absolutely incredible dinner in a lovely atmosphere. The service was stellar and only enhanced by the thoughtful preparation of a delicious, seasonal meal. Be sure to add this place to your must-visit list. Highly recommend the scallops and big bowl of greens.

We've become regular patrons of Stissing House. We recently returned to the restaurant to try their spring menu, and once again, the entire dining experience was amazing. The restaurant serves a good selection of wine, excellent sourdough bread from Bread Folks, fresh seasonal salads and a variety of tasty entrees. We highly recommend the spring salad, trout with clams, and their Campari jelly.

If you’re a fan of wood fired food, seasonal produce and good service, this place is for you! The cosy, rustic vibe makes it a great setting for couples or groups. Some of our faves include: artichoke mayo, the beets salad, wood roasted chicken, spring veggies and the halibut. Not to forget the delicious butter. End if all with the coconut cake.

My first experience with Stissing House was for my birthday dinner with friends and it did not disappoint- we had a mixed group of people who drink and people who don’t and there was a great selection for both- I had a salted lime mock-tail -I believe — and it was perfect. I also had their chips, pickled vegetables as sides, coal roasted scallops in green butter sauce our meal came with perfectly dressed watercress - it was all quite tasty- sadly I was not able to eat any of the desserts due to dietary restrictions I wish I didn’t have to follow- but the group said they were delicious! The staff went out of their way to make my birthday a special occasion- they went above and beyond—- I will always be so appreciative and thankful for that! Our small group loved everything they drank and every dish they ordered. The candle lit tables and minimalist colonial vibes, and being able to sit and watch their beautiful open kitchen is an experience in its own. And also must add- most of their dishes are cooked over wood fires?! Highly recommend.

Stissing House was all around pretty good. Service was excellent. Our waitress (Lila) was super. She made sure we understood how the menu was organized. Which in my opinion was confusing. I would suggest headers above the sections so you can more easily understand appetizers from small plates and entrees. We had some smoked ham as an appetizer served with two slices of while grain bread. My wife chose a grilled Tuna salad for her main. It really was a grilled tuna steak with some greens laced around it from the small plates. I chose the grilled pork chop with turnips and cannellini beans. Both entrees were very tasty and we would order again. For dessert, we chose a peach/raspberry and vanilla ice cream dish. It was very nice also. Lastly, our total time in the restaurant was good. We had a 7:45p reservation. Our dishes arrived in short order, and we were actually done with our meal and dessert around 8:50p.

honestly blown away by this dining experience- everyone was warm and catered to our full family (5 adults and two babies!!) dining needs making us feel like a home away from home (can i move in??) the food and drink quality and presentation was exceptional, all around warm cozy professional vibes left us so satisfied and happy!!

An experience to remember, from the house pineapple glazed sliced ham and Gouda to the roasted peaches with whey caramel. Local meets delicious in pure, rustic splendor.

Really amazing and cozy space with very yummy home made tasting food with a friendly and attentive staff. Absolutely go for brunch and try the "all of them" you won't be sorry.

All around 5 stars! This place is MAGICAL & full of character. I sat at the bar for the first portion of my meal. I started with the Cup of Broth... this IS a must. If I could have ordered 3 of them, I would have. The bartender suggested having my dessert in the waiting room. Which was ... spectacular. (see photo) The SMOKEY BIRD beverage is my recommendation ( house made chipotle infused tequila!) & the coconut cake for dessert was delicious.. think light & airy for texture yet still full of subtle flavor.

Stissing house is magical. Every time I go it’s better than the last. I don’t know how they do it but they treat you like a VIP. All the food and drinks are spectacular and their coconut cake is heavenly. Thank you to Aaron & the wonderful staff!

DON’T MISS THIS SPOT!! This place is absolutely incredible. Not a single dish that wasn’t something to remember. So fresh, so thoughtful, beyond delicious and not at all pretentious. Rachel is such a gem - a delight to chat with about the menu and the surrounding area. We felt taken care of as if we were in her own living room yet at a fine dining establishment simultaneously. Taylor had great knowledge about the amaro selection and we tried two delightful ones we hadn’t had before and learned about amaro making!

Stissing House, nestled in the picturesque Hudson Valley, offers an experience that transcends mere dining. It's a journey into a warm, inviting atmosphere paired with genuinely delicious food, making it a true standout in the Hudson Valley. We dined with my brother, sister-in-law and husband for a very belated birthday celebration and it did not disappoint. We started with the house sourdough and butter with a range of small plates from ham, chips, pickles and Gouda cheese. The items were easily shareable and felt unique plus were mostly made with local ingredients from the area. For our appetizers we split the artichoke with mayonnaise which truly delectable; moist and flavorful with a little bit of crunch. We were also given the scallops which were literally out of this world. Do not sleep on those if you plan to attend. We tried 1 for each of us, they come in a shell of butter and garlic, it's definitely not an item to sleep on. For our mains the boys ordered the buvette, which they both devoured, no notes, clean plates. My sister in law ordered the chicken, which was recommended by the waiter and felt light but so filling. Really well done, juicy and simple yet really satisfying. I opted for the pork which was insanely good. The roasted apricot was such a nice touch and made it feel elevated from the traditional pork roast. We ended the night with the coconut cake (superb, almost like an angel food cake with a coconut flavor, very light and refreshing) and the brownie sundae because we are manics and love sweets. Service is attentive and friendly, striking a perfect balance between professional and personable. The staff are knowledgeable about the menu and wine list, offering helpful recommendations without being intrusive. They contribute significantly to the overall relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere. Stissing House is more than just a restaurant; it's an institution that consistently delivers a memorable dining experience. It's the kind of place you want to return to, whether for a special occasion or simply to savor a well-crafted meal in a beautiful setting. Highly recommended for anyone seeking a taste of authentic Hudson Valley hospitality and cuisine. Highly recommend!

My boyfriend’s favorite restaurant. We love it here! The food is delicious, simple, and cozy. The bartender is always incredibly welcoming and makes every single dish sound amazing.

My husband and I went here for our anniversary and it was lovely! The atmosphere is nice, I am a big fan of the candlelight. It was a bit noisy , but it’s what you get in an older building with not the best insulation. The scallops were amazing, I don’t know if I could say they’re not worth the money, but I would highly recommend them. Our dishes were great, if not a tad bit expensive. Honestly, my only real complaint is that we had ordered dessert and received those, when we also got a piece of cake for it being our anniversary. 1) we were charged for it even though we did not ask for it, and 2) it wasn’t until after we had ordered and received our chosen desserts that we got it. Our waiter was wonderful otherwise and made great conversation. I don’t know what to expect when you come in on a special occasion, but usually it’s not to pay for the special treat. That being said, it was huge and tasty. Overall, a nice experience, just pricey!

This is culinary level food at very high prices as one might expect. Check the menu before you go to insure there is something you're willing to try. On the plus side, the service is incredible. Their bread is also delicious and their butter tastes like they whipped it up that morning. I also had a rather unusual salad with different fruits and lettuces in it that all came together very nicely. I also had roasted chicken with rosemary potatoes (I am NOT an adventurous eater). The chicken was plump and juicy and cooked to perfection, but it tasted like, well, roasted chicken. Nothing special. The same with the rosemary potatoes, which barely tasted different than regular potatoes. Going back to the positive, their coconut cake is out of this world delicious. The atmosphere is also very nice, restored from the early 19th century. Modern additions were very tastefully done. All in all, most of the food is rather 'high brow' and just not worth it to me. It's more of an experience than a place to eat. Everything is quality, just not my cup of tea.

Made our way to Pine Plains just to have dinner at Stissing House. Felt lucky to have gotten a reservation, and enjoyed the experience. Atmosphere was cozy and colonial with dim lights, candles, and wood smoke. Smoked scallops were excellent! Highly recommend. Cooked to perfection. Only 2 per order. We had the rabbit tarragon pie (for 2), the Snowdance chicken, the smoked scallops, the salad with cherve and figs, the curried mussels, Jake’s Gouda, the ham, the non-alcoholic pineapple shrub and ginger refresher. We were too full to enjoy dessert, which we saw others have, and they all looked enormous! The chicken was excellent - perfectly cooked and highlighted the essence of the chicken with simple salt seasoning. Accompanying roasted potatoes and greens were lackluster. Wished they had given those as much attention as they did the chicken. The rabbit pie was well executed - with flaky pastry crust and generous amounts of gravy in the filling. However, overall the rabbit filling was rather ordinary. There wasn’t intense rabbit flavor or any real complexity to the flavor profile, so a bit of a missed opportunity to showcase fall flavors. Gouda was yummy. Ham was supposedly glazed with apple but there was no discernible apple essence. It was very tender though and not at all salty, which ham typically is, so it was a nice complement to the Gouda. Salad was very good. Lettuce and radicchio were some of the freshest and crispiest greens we’ve ever had at a restaurant, so pleasantly surprised by the quality. Curried mussels were a fail. Curry flavor seemed to be from a powdered curry base and more than anything the whole thing was overwhelmingly tarragon-forward. Sadly didn’t enjoy this dish at all. Two soggy pieces of bread under the mussels and left those as the sauce was so strangely flavored. The sauce also lacked body.

Food was good for limited choices. Service and atmosphere are great! Had such a nice server. It was a birthday dinner and did ask to move tables as all tables open but sat behind the bar where they pick up drinks. Not a big deal and they moved us with no hesitation! Great wine selection. Fish pie is a must!

The ambience and overall vibe were great, and honestly enough to make me consider coming back. Unfortunately, the food didn’t live up to expectations. The chicken and steak were cooked well, but ultimately lackluster in flavor. The most memorable items ended up being the gouda plate and a scoop of ice cream. Service was just okay. Our waiter was nice, but never really checked on us. Wine glass sat empty on the table and were never asked if we wanted another. We were also asked if we wanted the coal-roasted potato with dinner to which we said yes, but it never came. Overall, it’s a beautiful space with a great atmosphere, but the food and service didn’t match expectations given the cost and online hype.

The vibe in Stissing House is unmatched. It feels like walking to an old, rustic tavern with candle light all around. The service is also top-notch and very friendly and welcoming. Unfortunately, the food, is quite simply, bad. Most of the dishes we ordered were far too salty and just didn’t taste great. The desserts were bad as well—the coconut cake was excessively sweet, and the ice cream tasted cheap. It’s a shame, because with such wonderful service and ambiance, Stissing House has all the ingredients for greatness—just not on the plate.

The chicken and coconut cake are the only things worthwhile really. Be aware that their house made sweet vermouth is extremely bitter, almost like an amaro. I get that people want a “unique upstate dining experience” but this definitely seems like it is rooted in the city more than it is upstate. The staff is relatively pretentious, the atmosphere is very colonial for some reason (I’m not sure if it’s supposed to act as a time capsule like that, which seems a tad gimmicky and somewhat reminiscent of a themed restaurant) and the 4 tops that they separate into 2s in front of the bar are far too close to each other once separated. This is the second time I tried it, I didn’t really enjoy it last time, and although I really wanted to like it this time, I was again disappointed. If it wasn’t so hard to get a reservation here maybe my rating would be different, but I really don’t think the food is that good either.

The setting has a lot of potential, but c'mon guys, for $75 can we remove the herb stems and sharp cartilage from the rabbit properly... Aside from the 6 inch stiletto stem in my dish, the food was well-executed, but uninspiring and unsatisfying even in the vein of comfort and classics. Feels like the team has the ability to do better. Also, nothing wrong with French wine and I'm not dinging them for it, but seemed odd to have so much of it on the list in an historic American setting...

Pretty disappointed with Stissing House. The steak and potato meal meant for two was tiny and definitely not worth the $95. Food was decent but nothing special. Atmosphere was fine, but our waitress seemed rushed and uninterested. Overall, not worth it.

I had high expectations of Stissing House, as I believed Claire de Boer was both the chef and owner. Unfortunately, I was very disappointed. Having lived in London for many years, I’ve never had a steak and ale pie that was this salty, and the mashed potatoes were overly salted as well. The Southern collard greens contained sand, and the coconut cake was very dry. This fell well short of what I would expect from a restaurant with such a strong reputation. There are better dining options in Upstate New York, and I’m not sure I would return.

This was an exceptionally disappointing experience. The best part of the entire experience was having a drink in the lounge area before getting seated at our table. Super cozy. Everything after that was downhill. It took an extremely long time to get greeted at our table and served water etc., so much so that we were about an hour in when food actually started coming to the table. Not to mention the wine that we ordered sat in front of us at the serving station for a very long before anyone (certainly not the sommelier- we never saw one even though we were told in a rather condescending way that a sommelier could help us with selecting a bottle) bothered to actually pour it. We proceeded to both receive incorrect dishes as well as never receive dishes we did order. A painful amount of time passed between first courses and main dishes. Our server tried to make up for the terrible evening by offering us a slice of the coconut cake on the house, which we kindly declined as we were the last people in the restaurant at this point, however we found out after the fact that we were charged for the slice. Alas, the food did not make up for any of it. We ordered bone marrow oysters, pickles, ham, scallops (these were the most disappointing), and the bavette steak. This was a special night for us- a restaurant that we have been so excited to go to for many years and finally made it to for our anniversary dinner- and it was extremely disappointing.