Book a reservation at one of these Westchester restaurants that boast delectable eats and fine wine in a cozy setting.
Alba’s Restaurant
400 N Main St, Port Chester; 914.937.2236
Since 1993, this multi-award-winning, white-tablecloth Italian spot has been a neighborhood institution for classic red sauce and hearty plates. If you’re lucky enough to snag what they call the King’s Table, you can enjoy your fresh, beautifully plated meal directly across from the white marble fireplace. Reservations for the table are recommended, as it is highly coveted.
Barnwood Grill
2 Old Tomahawk St, Yorktown Heights; 914.248.8100
A great place to sit down with your friends and family, Barnwood Grill offers a diverse menu for you to pick from as you relax by the restaurant’s fireplace. From homemade pappardelle to tuna tacos, the menu here covers a vast array of tastes.
Crabtree’s Kittle House
11 Kittle Rd, Chappaqua; 914.666.8044
A table by the fire at this Chappaqua stalwart has long been considered one of the county’s most romantic reservations (especially with a vintage from the famous wine cellar, which holds tens of thousands of bottles). The elegant, farm-sourced menu is cozy, too, with dishes like butternut squash and apple bisque, slow-braised grass-fed short ribs, and eggplant parmigiana.
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Flames Steakhouse
121 E Main St, Elmsford; 914.592.3500
The marble fireplace accentuates the retro-steakhouse vibe at Nikolla Vulaj’s Elmsford restaurant, where the menu touches on all the classics from Caesar salad and jumbo shrimp cocktail to twin lobster tails and filet mignon with mushrooms.
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At the Tarrytown Estate
49 E Sunnyside Ln, Tarrytown; 914.829.5454
Chef Dale Talde serves up Cantonese dishes in a vibrant setting of ceiling murals, historic woodwork bookshelves, and intricate antique fireplaces that showcase the rich history of the building. Sip on a variety of drinks from the sleek bar like “She’s on Fire” or “Same Old Song & Dance” and slurp on a bowl of wild mushroom rice noodles while taking in the surrounding beauty.
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Half Moon
1 High St, Dobbs Ferry; 914.693.4130
Serving casual yet sophisticated American cuisine, the fireplace in the center of the dining room adds another layer of elegance to the restaurant’s waterfront views. Sip on a specialty cocktail like the “lotus flower bomb” or white sangria while you warm up before dinner, which offers upscale American dishes like tuna poke, seafood bruschetta, and braised pork shank.
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Harvest on Hudson
1 River St, Hastings-on-Hudson; 914.478.2800
When the weather’s warm, the best seats at Harvest on Hudson are outside on the charming, landscaped patio with views of the Hudson River. As of a few months ago, winter’s best seats are now at the bar, where you can relax with a nice glass of sauvignon blanc, pinot grigio, or any other drink from the expansive selection.
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The Horse and Hound Inn
94 Spring St, South Salem; 914.763.3108
Here, the food is just as cozy as the fireplace, with a charming interior of dark wood floors, tables, and fireplaces along with a mix of classic pub dishes like baby back ribs and Italian staples like chicken marsala.
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The Inn at Pound Ridge by Jean-Georges
258 Westchester Ave, Pound Ridge; 914.764.1400
Reclaimed wood and earthy glimmers of zinc set a rustic, casually elegant stage for Jean-Georges’ innovative small plates, elevated pizzas, and intriguing entrées sourced from Hudson Valley and New England farms. The four circa 1833 fireplaces that roar all season long only add to the allure of this stunning residence-turned-restaurant.
La Crémaillère
46 Bedford-Banksville Rd, Bedford; 914.234.9647
Step into this charming 1750s farmhouse for a refined dinner that pairs classic French fare with moody interiors—including sleek flagstone flooring, gleaming dark wood with a beamed ceiling, and of course, a roaring fireplace. Dover sole and rack of lamb with mustard crust are menu standouts. Diners note: jackets are no longer required.
La Vista Ristorante Italiano
355 Smith Ridge Rd, South Salem; 914.533.2671
When passing by La Vista, the gleaming string-lit front entrance will catch your eye on a dark winter night. Make your way inside for a mixed menu of nostalgic Italian staples, comforting bowls of pasta, and plenty of seafood options. This spot has an upscale but come-as-you-are atmosphere, it’s family-friendly, and boasts a stone fireplace and lounge.
Modern on the Rails
1 Station Plz, Mamaroneck; 914.777.9300
The second restaurant from the owners of Modern in New Rochelle, this location in the Mamaroneck train station has a contemporary Italian menu and tons of character with exposed brick walls, tin ceilings, and an intricate fireplace with a polished wood mantle that’s ideal for enjoying a meal fireside.
One Twenty One
2 Dingle Ridge Rd, North Salem; 914.669.0121
Located in an antique home with a wraparound porch, the vibe at One Twenty One is, well, homey, from the cozy fireplace the menu stocked with New American comfort food dishes. It’s the perfect place for fireside dining with friends or on a date.
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Peter Pratt’s Inn
673 Croton Heights Rd, Yorktown Heights; 914.962.4090
The inviting fireplace only adds to the historical charm of this colonial-house-turned-restaurant. Located in the dining room, the fireplace is the perfect place to warm up while sipping on a variety of cocktails during happy hour or diving into truffled seared scallops and stuffed mushrooms.
Purdy’s Farmer & The Fish
100 Titicus Rd, North Salem; 914.617.8380
Enjoy fresh produce from the 18th-century farmhouse’s very own garden (yes, even in the winter) while seated around the impressive stone fireplace in the center of the dining room. For seafood fans, the raw bar with the expansive oyster options is not to be missed. If the fireplace isn’t enough to take off the chill, opt for the sumptuous signature clam chowder or Amish fried chicken with scallion mash and herb gravy.
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Rye Grill and Bar
1 Station Plz, Rye; 914.967.0332
Not one, but three fireplaces make this three-story, 14,000-sq-ft building feel cozy. Enjoy a choice of seemingly endless dishes while lounging fireside, whether that’s street tacos, pizza, mussels, or steak.
Sapori
324 Central Ave, White Plains; 914.684.8855
Traditional Italian and Mediterranean flavors mix with the charming and lively atmosphere at this lovely spot. Serving homemade pasta like the cacio e pepe prepared right in front of you in a cheese wheel, there’s dinner and a show. Ask for Table 7, placed right in front of the earth-toned fireplace, for the ideal ambience to encourage indulging.
