The story
The Kittle House Inn, set on Kittle Road in Chappaqua, New York, carries one of the most respected distinctions in the dining world: Wine Spectator's Grand Award, held since 1994. That recognition places it among a small, elite group of restaurants whose wine programs are considered exceptional by any global standard — not merely deep in selection, but thoughtfully curated and expertly managed.
The kitchen draws on both American and Italian traditions, a pairing that, done well, rewards guests with the kind of food that feels both grounded and refined. The American and Italian cuisines complement each other naturally here — one rooted in regional produce and straightforward technique, the other in time-tested structure and flavor. Together they make for a menu that suits a long, unhurried meal.
For Westchester County and the broader Hudson Valley, The Kittle House Inn represents a certain kind of occasion restaurant — the sort of place where the wine list alone merits the reservation. The Grand Award, sustained over decades, signals not a moment of recognition but a long-standing commitment to quality that has been consistently verified by one of the industry's most rigorous evaluators.
Whether you arrive for lunch or dinner, the combination of serious wine, American and Italian cooking, and a setting that has earned its reputation over many years makes The Kittle House Inn a reliable, distinguished choice in the New York region.
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