Irving Farm Coffee House is a cozy spot to sit and chat, and has a cup of coffee that will keep you from pining for another. The beans are grown from estates around the world, but weekenders might recognize the aroma of the roasted beans from the java house’s multiple Manhattan locations. Locals love the original as a hub and for baked on premises grub. We’re talking cookies. Big ones.
The largely organic offerings may taste like the big city but the laidback atmosphere at Manna Dew Café is decidedly small town, in the best of ways. No one will rush you out the door here. Linger over a glass of wine, take in some music if it’s the weekend or sit out back near the herb garden when the sun is shining. Good vibe, great down-to-earth food.
54 Main St, Millerton
518-789-3670
No surprise here, McEnroe Organic Farm Market has lots of fruits and veggies. But what we didn’t expect was the ample, fairly artisanal larder. Not to mention freezers full of naturally raised meat, regionally produced dairy and soups, plus a kitchen turning out made from scratch sandwiches and wraps. In the summertime, snag a picnic table overlooking the distant hills and rows of multi-colored produce.
5409 Route 22, Millerton
518-789-4191
mcenroeorganicfarm.com
The Oakhurst Diner was established in 2010 by Paul Harney, Justin and John Panzer, Its name is in honor of the old Oakhurst Inn. It offers a retro vibe, local and speciality foods along with diner comfort classics.
19 Main St, Millerton
518-592-1313
oakhurst-diner.com
A best kept secret among the locals, complete with swinging picnic tables outside and a no-frills interior café-style dinning space. It is a wonderful place to enjoy simple food (yummy ice cream as well as hamburgers, hot dogs, fries and onion rings), in a casual setting. It does get crowded on weekends.
Popey’s Ice Cream
7 West St., Morris
860-567-0504
Clamps is a roadside burger joint that was established in 1939 (little has changed since, other than SUVs barreling past) that cooks up a plethora of authentic and regional summertime food. Try the scrumptious burgers with fried onions. Quick and friendly service, outdoor seating but also great for roadside pick up! A classic staple that would be a shame to miss.
Clamps
518 Litchfield Rd., New Milford
860-355-5769
Northville Market has fresh produce, gluten free foods, organic meats, and a take out deli. This grocery store is the best in the lower corner. Progenitor to the Bantam Market.
Northville Market
301 Litchfield Rd.
860-355-2667
The prosciutto and fig pizza; roasted eggplant pizza; and the goat cheese and spinach ravioli are some of our favorite dishes at the Northern Italian style family restaurant. Pasta is house-made; they also have gluten-free pizza. Catering and private parties. Take out is available.
373 Litchfield Road, New Milford
860-350-0006
theuppercrustcucina.com
The Italian word, Oliva, for ‘olive’ symbolizes the many culinary aspects of the mediterranean. For 31 years, Oliva on Main has celebrated Mediterranean and Northern Italian food. They use fresh, local, and seasonal ingredients. Find their gourmet Mediterranean products including hummus, baba ghanouj, and more at a store near you.
Oliva on Main
15 Main St. South, Bethlehem
203-266-5558
A New Preston favorite with breakfast and lunch sandwiches, soups, salads, coffee, and confections.
The Smithy
10 Main St., New Preston
860-868-9003
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