The Cookery in Dobbs Ferry

Westchester is becoming a restaurant haven with new venues popping up all over the county. The Cookery has hopped on the organic bandwagon (a good wagon to be on in my opinion) and is serving lots of locally grown produce in a small but comfy setting.  The chef hails from the Eastchester Fish Gourmet and Zuppa and the orientation is Italian with handmade pastas as well as other choices. The restaurant is on a back street in Dobbs Ferry that is difficult to find but since the town is not large, you'll certainly get there!  There were four of us on a weekday night and believing the NY Times, that the restaurant does not take reservations, we just drove on over around 7:15.  Turns out the “no reservations” policy is just for the weekends, but after a short wait we were seated at our table.  It was a lively crowd and while some thought it was a little noisy, the place had a good buzz.  

The menu offered lots of choices and we tried some of the interesting ones..... a clam pizzette (interesting combo), organic salad, and ricotta crostino with honey and thyme... for starters.   All were well prepared and good.  When it came to main courses, they had all ready run out of the fish special so the waiter recommended we substitute the cod (not my favorite fish). I can't say I loved the fish dish.  We also sampled the short ribs.... my personal favorite of our picks.  Desserts included homemade ice cream and a seasonal crumble.   All the wines on the list are available by the glass and you’ll get a generous pour.  

Service was pleasant, very casual, and the prices are reasonable ($110 in all for 2 people).  

The Cookery
39 Chestnut Street
Dobbs Ferry
(914) 305-2336

Hours:
Lunch: Tuesday through Friday, 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Brunch: Sunday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Dinner: Tuesday through Thursday, 5:30 to 10 p.m.;
Friday and Saturday, 5:30 to 11 p.m.;
Sunday, 4:30 to 9 p.m.