Guidebook for Shandaken
Food Scene
The gold standard for breakfast or lunch in the area — and one of the most "Instagrammable" locales in the area. Food is delicious, booths are cozy and the coffee is hot. Pro-tip: get there before the young and hip get out of bed, ideally before 10am.
597 locals recommend
Phoenicia Diner
5681 NY-28The gold standard for breakfast or lunch in the area — and one of the most "Instagrammable" locales in the area. Food is delicious, booths are cozy and the coffee is hot. Pro-tip: get there before the young and hip get out of bed, ideally before 10am.
One of the gold standards for dining in the region — and just 5 minutes down the road from our cottage. We prefer to dine in the Tap Room, especially during the cold winter months. It's cozy and intimate, and just steps from the outdoor firepit and s'more station, a great way to end your visit. Reservations recommended for the dining room.
440 locals recommend
Peekamoose
8373 NY-28One of the gold standards for dining in the region — and just 5 minutes down the road from our cottage. We prefer to dine in the Tap Room, especially during the cold winter months. It's cozy and intimate, and just steps from the outdoor firepit and s'more station, a great way to end your visit. Reservations recommended for the dining room.
It's about 30 minutes away, but most things are at least that far — the journey is half the fun in the Catskills. And the burgers are more than worth it! Ruth's fave is the Happy Camper, I'm on a quest to try them all but return again and again to the El Nino! Save room for custard or a shake! In the spring and summer, this place is wonderful for an outdoor lunch.
136 locals recommend
Mama's Boy Burgers
6067 Main StIt's about 30 minutes away, but most things are at least that far — the journey is half the fun in the Catskills. And the burgers are more than worth it! Ruth's fave is the Happy Camper, I'm on a quest to try them all but return again and again to the El Nino! Save room for custard or a shake! In the spring and summer, this place is wonderful for an outdoor lunch.
A bit of a hike for sure — but Greg and Rachael turn out some of the best food in the Catskills in an unassuming local joint. With experience that took them from Alaska to Berlin to Mexico and back again, they serve up inventive cuisine not often seen in the area.
The Brown Bar and Kitchen
383 NY-296A bit of a hike for sure — but Greg and Rachael turn out some of the best food in the Catskills in an unassuming local joint. With experience that took them from Alaska to Berlin to Mexico and back again, they serve up inventive cuisine not often seen in the area.
An hour or so from our home but close to terrific hiking at Mohonk or Lake Minnewaska and a great way to get fueled up or relax afterwards. Authentic German cuisine made from fresh local ingredients. Don't miss the spaetzle! Their Oktoberfest gets PACKED — you've been warned.
182 locals recommend
Mountain Brauhaus
3123 US-44An hour or so from our home but close to terrific hiking at Mohonk or Lake Minnewaska and a great way to get fueled up or relax afterwards. Authentic German cuisine made from fresh local ingredients. Don't miss the spaetzle! Their Oktoberfest gets PACKED — you've been warned.
The tap room is a warm and inviting lplace to kick back and enjoy a few glasses of their delicious cider along with a selection of locally-sourced nosh. Alex, the owner is without a doubt, one of the warmest fellows you'll meet. Get warm by the fire, either inside or out, and contemplate just how great life can be.
197 locals recommend
Wayside Cider
55 Redden LnThe tap room is a warm and inviting lplace to kick back and enjoy a few glasses of their delicious cider along with a selection of locally-sourced nosh. Alex, the owner is without a doubt, one of the warmest fellows you'll meet. Get warm by the fire, either inside or out, and contemplate just how great life can be.
A terrific farmer's market from Spring thru early Fall. Get there early if you want to go home with a container of Buddha Pesto — take our word for it! Stock up for fresh organic food either to take home with you or cook up back at Rudy!
128 locals recommend
Pakatakan Farmers Market
46676 NY-30A terrific farmer's market from Spring thru early Fall. Get there early if you want to go home with a container of Buddha Pesto — take our word for it! Stock up for fresh organic food either to take home with you or cook up back at Rudy!
Shopping
The most incredible assortment of vintage finds sold side by side with terrific new designer home furnishings. You'll see some things you've never seen before and probably something you can't live without. Say hi to Sean — and if you're lucky, Rocco, his adorable pup will be there to welcome you.
29 locals recommend
Kabinett & Kammer
7 Main StThe most incredible assortment of vintage finds sold side by side with terrific new designer home furnishings. You'll see some things you've never seen before and probably something you can't live without. Say hi to Sean — and if you're lucky, Rocco, his adorable pup will be there to welcome you.