
There is so much great food and drink in the Catskills. Here are some of our favorites!
Our favorite places to eat & drink!
Livingston Manor
The Walk-In – Breakfast / Lunch A homey Main Street café with sunlit banquettes and retro signage, The Walk-In delights breakfast lovers with flaky Southern-style biscuits, stacked egg-and-bacon sandwiches, and a rotating lineup of house-baked pies.
The Stumble Out – Dinner / Drink Candlelit wood tables, a snug U-shaped bar, and low-key art set the scene for The Stumble Out’s elevated comfort dishes and inventive cocktails—reservation recommended.
Kirin Thai Market – Dinner Behind an unassuming facade, Kirin Thai Market channels street-food energy in a minimalist, no-frills space, serving authentically spiced curries, noodle bowls, and fresh salads that rival the best Thai in the city.
Sunshine Colony – Drink / Snacks Radiating backyard-party charm, Sunshine Colony’s garden patio, vinyl playlists, and cozy indoor nook host seasonal small plates—smoked trout, crunchy chickpeas, orzo salad—paired with a stellar natural wine, craft beer, and cocktail list.
Café 43 – Breakfast / Lunch Tucked into a snug storefront on Main Street lined with vintage photos, Café 43 feels like brunch at a friend’s house, dishing fluffy pancakes, French toast, veggie wraps, and made-to-order egg sandwiches in a welcoming, community-driven atmosphere.
Main Street Farm – Lunch / Grocery Equal parts rustic market and chef-driven café, Main Street Farm fills open shelves with local cheeses and organic produce, while its kitchen transforms house-baked ciabatta, fresh trout, and seasonal veggies into signature sandwiches, soups, and salads.
The Kaatskeller – Dinner / Drink Under warm Edison bulbs in a reclaimed-wood loft and in a lively beer garden, The Kaatskeller wood-fires creative thin-crust pizzas—wild boar pepperoni or burrata caponata—alongside craft cocktails, local brews, and inventive salads. Reservation recommended.
The Smoke Joint – Lunch / Dinner String lights, picnic tables, and creek-side views welcome you to The Smoke Joint’s down-home BBQ joint, where hickory-smoked ribs, brisket, and pulled-pork sandwiches come slathered in house sauces for a festive backyard vibe.
Van Smokey – Dinner / Drink By day, Van Smokey is a polished meat market showcasing small-batch hot sauces, jerky, and cocktail mixers; by night, it transforms into an industrial-chic bar-restaurant serving charcuterie boards, smoked sandwiches, and smoky craft cocktails.
Threshold – Dinner Perched on a peaceful hillside, Threshold blends sleek, minimalist décor with Korean barbecue and seasonal Catskills produce, plating bibimbap, braised meats, and house-made kimchi alongside thoughtful cocktails in an intimate setting. Reservation recommended.
DoubleUp – Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner Housed in a vibrant London double-decker bus with upstairs seating and outside picnic tables, DoubleUp serves eclectic breakfast bowls, global sandwiches, and local beers—every meal feels like a communal adventure amid the woods.
The Arnold House – Country Inn & Tavern A lively Catskills retreat anchored by The Tavern’s warm atmosphere, craft cocktails, wood-stove hearth, and comfort-focused menu—think local trout, hearty venison stews, and seasonal fare—plus renovated barn, greenhouse, and miles of hiking trails for casual country living.
Upward Brewing – Brewery & Kitchen Nestled at 171 Main Street in Livingston Manor, Upward Brewing’s Bauhaus-inspired taproom overlooks 120 acres of “Beer Mountain.” Certified as a New York State Farm Brewery, they brew award-winning lagers, IPAs and stouts using pure Catskill spring water, pair them with fast-casual chef-driven fare at their counter-serve kitchen, and send you off on wooded hiking trails right from the front door.
Catskill Brewery – Microbrewery & Taproom Housed in a Gold LEED-certified barn on Old Route 17 in Livingston Manor, Catskill Brewery champions “Honest Hardworking Beer.” Their taproom pours a rotating lineup—from crisp Ball Lightning Pilsner to complex Barrel Aged Oatmeal Stout—each beer brewed with local ingredients and pure mountain water, while a summertime food truck brings farm-fresh bites to match.
Roscoe
Roscoe Diner – Breakfast / All-Day Diner A retro, flagstone-faced stop just off Route 17, the Roscoe Diner pairs classic chrome-topped counter seating and cozy booths with all-day breakfast favorites—from thick-cut French toast and corned beef hash to towering Reubens and Greek salads—served with home-style hospitality.
Catskills Coffee Lodge – Coffee / Breakfast / Lunch Framed by river views and exposed beams, this lodge-style café roasts its signature Lodge Blend on site, dishing out buttery quiches, jam-brie English muffins, and breakfast wraps beside shelves of local beans, jams, and small-batch goods in a warm, communal setting.
Grizzly Bagels – Bagel Shop & Café Handmade, small-batch New York–style bagels boiled and baked fresh Thursday through Sunday, featuring classics and inventive flavors like cheddar-jalapeño alongside house-blend coffee and creative spreads. Pre-order for pickup at 59 Stewart Avenue in Trout Town USA, where they’ve been voted Best Bagel by River Reporter readers multiple year.
Spotted Cow Cafe – Breakfast / Brunch / Café Bright windows and farmhouse-chic décor set the scene for fluffy pancakes, eggs Benedict, and chicken gyros, all served with artisan coffee in a laid-back, art-lined dining room.
The Junction – Dinner / Bar / Small Plates & Cocktails In a restored feed-and-seed building, The Junction’s industrial-modern dining room and patio host shareable bites—think whipped goat cheese, pimento cheese, hot honey chicken sandwiches—and inventive cocktails like the Acid Factory amid craft-beer taps and vinyl playlists. Reservation Recommended.
Kasos Greek – All-Day / Greek Sunlit tables and sidewalk seating welcome you to Kasos, where all-day breakfast omelettes meet heaping gyro and souvlaki platters, spanakopita, and moussaka—each dish delivered with speedy, family-run service in a casual, blue-and-white space.
Northern Farmhouse Pasta – Dinner / Italian / Farm-to-Table Housed in a 200-year-old Catskills farmhouse, this rustic-chic spot grinds New York wheat into fresh and dried pastas, plating seasonal ravioli fillings—from spring ramps to autumn squash—on a weekly-rotating menu in a sunlit barn-style dining room. Reservation Recommended.
Roscoe Mountain Club – Dinner / Fine Dining & Lodge Perched on 1,000 wooded acres, the 1907 dining room blends reclaimed wood, panoramic mountain views, and a stone hearth with a refined menu of trout-three-ways, locally sourced steaks, and craft cocktails—ideal after a round on the par-72 championship course.
Red Rose Motel + Tavern – Bar / Tavern / Motel A 1930s roadside classic on the Beaverkill River, the Red Rose mixes vintage-neon bar vibes with motel-room charm, pouring local craft beers, ciders, and New York wines alongside hearty bar bites—burgers, wings, bratwurst—under a canopy of string lights.
Do Good Spirits – Craft Distillery & Tasting Room Located at 10 Union Street in Roscoe, Do Good Spirits crafts small-batch vodka, gin and bourbon from 100% New York corn and local botanicals. Their bright distillery space offers year-round tours, tastings and an alley-bar serving cocktails and light bites, all in service of their mission to “Do Good” by supporting veterans’ charities.
Roscoe Beer Co. – Brewery & Tasting Room Housed in a converted 19th-century firehouse, this 1,600-square-foot taproom blends rustic charm and modern comforts. Birch-tree accents, communal tables for sampling house-brewed ales—from the juicy Rainbow Red to a rich Brown Ale—alongside seasonal specials on 12 rotating taps. Small bites—crispy wings, loaded fries, charcuterie boards—come straight from the kitchen, while outside the summer beer garden beckons with live music, lawn games and fire-pit gatherings. Dog- and family-friendly, Roscoe Beer Co. is Trout Town USA’s go-to spot for good beer, great company and that unbeatable Catskills vibe.
Jeffersonville
The Old Foundation – Dinner / Bar Under a canopy of string lights and reclaimed beams, The Old Foundation channels a lively tavern energy, pairing shareable wings and seafood plates with wood-fired pizzas, hearty burgers, and a rotating draft list in its cozy, polished space. Reservation Recommended.
Sullivan Sundries – Grocery / Specialty Foods Step into this Parisian-style épicerie where shelves brim with artisan cheeses, house-cured charcuterie, international pantry staples, cookware treasures, and freshly brewed coffee in a warm, knowledgeable setting.
Carousel Ice Cream – Desserts / Snacks A pastel-shingled roadside shack offering soft-serve and hard-packed scoops, sundaes, shakes, and “pup cups,” Carousel Ice Cream invites you to savor classic treats at picnic tables or atop its quirky rooftop deck overlooking the village.
The Cabin – Dinner / Bar Set inside a hand-hewn log lodge beside rolling pastures, The Cabin serves up juicy burgers, wings, quesadillas, and local brews by a crackling woodstove, creating a laid-back, fire-lit retreat that’s been a Catskills institution since 1971.Callicoon / North Branch. The margs are lit!
Tavern on Main – Dinner / Bar Tavern on Main channels laid-back American hospitality in a rustic-chic space of reclaimed wood beams, a cozy indoor dining room, and a shaded biergarten—perfect for families or date nights. The menu stars flame-grilled burgers, global-inspired mains like Korean BBQ ribs and BeaverKill trout, plus shareable starters and an ever-rotating roster of craft cocktails and local brews. Reservation Recommended
Jeffersonville Bake Shop – Breakfast / Lunch / Café Nestled in a big pink storefront, Jeffersonville Bake Shop feels like your favorite neighborhood hangout, complete with comfy armchairs, free Wi-Fi, and a little library nook. They churn out house-made pastries—fresh loaves, quiches, jam-brie English muffins—and pour barista-crafted coffee drinks using local beans and dairy.
Kenoza Hall – Dining Perched lakeside on 55 wooded acres, Kenoza Hall’s bright dining room and outdoor terrace frame sweeping views of Kenoza Lake. Foster Supply Hospitality’s award-winning chefs turn seasonal, locally sourced ingredients into refined but approachable dishes—think wood-grilled steaks, inventive small plates, and three-course menus that shine in every season. Reservation Recommended
Callicoon / North Branch
North Branch Inn – Inn / Dinner Tucked between two gentle creeks on a verdant 7-acre estate, this 1868 boutique inn charms with its antique barroom and reclaimed-wood dining tables, serving chef-driven dinners five nights a week and house-made breakfasts for overnight guests. Reservations recommended.
Seminary Hill – Cidery / Restaurant / Hotel Perched atop a Passive House–certified orchard, Seminary Hill blends farm-to-table Nordic fare and world-class ciders in a glass-walled tasting room before tucking you into its chic, locally outfitted boutique suites.
The Black Walnut – Restaurant & Lounge Housed in the 19th-century Delaware House, this concept space dazzles with Roman-clay walls, grand tin ceilings, a curated homewares shop and Executive Chef Camille Rodriguez’s seasonal Mediterranean plates paired with craft cocktails. Reservations recommended.
Callicoon Brewing Company – Brewpub / Bar & Grill Overlooking the Delaware River from the Olympia Hotel porch, this brewpub pours a rotating lineup of NY-made ales, lagers and ciders alongside pub-style mains—Reuben sandwiches, monster brisket and daily chef specials.
Conover Club – American Comfort / Bar In the cozy dining rooms (or on the porch) of the Callicoon Hills Hotel, Conover Club elevates classic comfort fare—short rib hash, chicken pot pie, herbed fries—with local ingredients, craft beers and seasonal cocktails. Reservations recommended.
Navor Koken – Café / German & Scandinavian This bright café and shop channels Northern Germany with open-faced rye smørrebrød, pickled Kirby cucumbers, German apple-butter cake and house-made pickles, all served alongside curated pantry goods in a communal setting.
Kitchen Table Cafe – Breakfast & Lunch / Café Vibrant walls, communal tables and a counter-serve model set the stage for hearty breakfast sandwiches, scones, quiche, grain bowls and barista-style coffee in a cozy, fast-paced café.
The Creek House – Grill / Bar Riverside seating and a wood-burning oven anchor this approachable spot, where seasonal small plates, trout-on-cedar-plank, braised meats and bread-pudding desserts pair seamlessly with craft cocktails and local brews.
Callicoon Wine Merchant – Wine Shop & Tapas Bar Behind rough-cut wood paneling, sample organic wines, craft beers and farm-inspired tapas—hay ice cream, cheese boards, seasonal small plates—in an intimate bar that opens onto a sunlit garden courtyard.
Cochecton Pump House – Outdoor Bar & Restaurant In a restored 1880s oil-pumping station, gather at picnic tables and shipping-container kitchens for local beers, artisanal ciders, batch cocktails and Asian street-food bites under the open Catskills sky.
Cochecton Fire Station – Bar & Restaurant Set in a converted firehouse, this lively haunt pours inventive cocktails and turns out wood-fired shareables—trout on cedar planks, Cuban corn, mac ’n’ cheese and gooey s’mores—in a warm, community-driven space.
Sunny Side Up – Breakfast & Brunch Sunlit windows and retro diner stools welcome early birds to oversized omelettes, cinnamon French toast, crispy hash bowls and fresh-squeezed juices in a bright, family-friendly café.
North Branch Cider Mill – Cidery & Country Store A Catskills staple since 1942, this seasonal mill presses fresh apple cider, doughnuts and pies while stocking shelves with local produce, pantry provisions and farmhouse gifts in a nostalgic rural setting.
Roger That Bakery – Bakery & Café This micro-bakery in the Callicoon Marketplace mills its own whole grains into organic sourdough loaves, macarons and seasonal pastries, all baked in small batches and paired with coffee in a bright stall.
Callicoon Pantry – Grocery & Specialty Store A zero-waste grocer offering bulk grains, local oils, pantry staples and eco-friendly home goods, The Callicoon Pantry doubles as a community hub for workshops and sustainable-living swaps.
Rock Valley Spirits – Farm Distillery & Tasting Room On a five-generation family farm at 1430 John Milk Road in Long Eddy, Rock Valley Spirits mashes, ferments and distills every vodka, gin, rye and apple brandy on site. Open Saturdays for walk-in tours and tastings, this copper-still distillery infuses spirits with wild-foraged berries and apples, then bottles them in their restored 1860s barn.
Narrowsburg & Beyond
Bar Veloce – Italian Wine Bar & Paninoteca Combines an Italian-style paninoteca with a modern wine bar, pouring Italian wines, cheeses, charcuterie, panini and amari alongside light snack fare in a quiet, community-focused setting at 174 Bridge Street in Narrowsburg.
The Tusten Cup – Coffee Shop & Café Brewing a rich, classic cup of coffee and specialty espresso drinks seven days a week, this Main Street café serves hand-rolled NYC bagels, egg sandwiches, breakfast bowls, made-to-order lunch wraps, soups and pastries in a friendly community hub with indoor and outdoor seating.
The Heron – Farm-to-Table American Restaurant Serving the community since 2012, this 40-seat spot at 40 Main Street features ever-evolving seasonal menus celebrating regional flavors with fresh, locally sourced ingredients across brunch, lunch, dinner and craft cocktails, with deck seating in peak season. Reservation recommended.
La Cigogne – Alsatian-Style French Bistro & Bar Tucked downstairs at 90 Main Street, this warm, casual bistro evokes Alsace with a cozy fireplace, long bar and comfortable booths for savoring tarte flambée, choucroute, craft cocktails, French wines and draft Meteor beer. Reservation recommended.
Big Eddy Brewing & Smokd – Craft Brewery & Barbecue Housed in a restored 19th-century bank at 93 Main Street, Big Eddy Brewing Co. pours fresh, local ales, IPAs, ciders and cocktails alongside Smokd’s wood-smoked meats and sides from Chef JP Medina in a laid-back, family-style taproom.
The Laundrette – Wood-Fired Pizzeria & Bar Overlooking the Delaware on 5th Street, this waterside hideaway crafts wood-fired sourdough pizzas, inventive salads, hot dogs and homemade desserts using local and organic ingredients, all washed down with select beers, wines and cocktails in a music-driven, relaxed atmosphere9.
Blue Fox Motel – Boutique Motel with Onsite Restaurant & Bar Where the Ten Mile River meets the Delaware, this rustic-chic Catskills retreat at 5670 Route 97 offers rooms, suites, cabins and a guest house plus a nightly restaurant and bar serving farm-inspired dinners, craft cocktails and local brews on its riverside patio11.
The Hungry Goat Café & Creamery – Café & Ice Cream Shop A veteran- and women-owned Barryville outpost at 3358 NY-97 serving breakfast and lunch plates, house-made breads, pastries and hard-scoop or soft-serve goat-milk ice creams until 10 pm daily, with ample outdoor seating and take-out options13.
Barryville Oasis – Cidery & Taco Bar Identified by its camel-topped roof on NY-97, this Stickett Inn sister spot pours house and seasonal ciders alongside Baja fish tacos, loaded burritos, fried-cheese “poppers” and brunch dishes in a vibrant, weekend-only setting.
Il Castello – Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria A classic Route 97 landmark in Narrowsburg offering New York–style pizzas, Italian grinders, pastas and deli-style sandwiches with dine-in, take-out and off-site catering nightly from 11 am to 10 pm (11 pm on Fridays and Saturdays).
Bridge and Tunnel Brewery – Brewery & Taproom Set in the historic Killian’s Transfer Station at 50 Lake Street in Liberty, Bridge and Tunnel is a self-built microbrewery pouring sixteen taps of bold stouts, hazy IPAs and pilsners. Its cavernous, glass-filled taproom welcomes dogs, kids and food-truck fare, while regular live-music nights and seasonal releases keep the Catskills crowd coming back.
