For those who would rather avoid dairy, these Restaurant Week locations have vegan-friendly options and dishes that skip out on butter, milk, and cheese.Â
Can’t stomach dairy? It’s exciting to find a dish that doesn’t sacrifice flavor while being dairy-free. Individuals sensitive to butter, cheese, and milk should check out these dishes during Hudson Valley Restaurant Week. As always, be sure to mention any allergies or dietary restrictions when dining at these locations. Â
The Arnold House
Livingston Manor
The Tavern offers a menu for Hudson Valley Restaurant Week that showcases local ingredients in a variety of dishes. For Brussels sprouts lovers, the fried Brussels sprouts with honey are the perfect opener to a cozy meal. For dinner, the barramundi fish is plated perfectly with pineapple salsa, coconut rice, crispy onions, and grilled lemon. A truly indulgent dish, the half rack of whiskey ribs is served with coleslaw and hand-cut fries. Â
Dinner: $44.95, daily
The Bird & Bottle Inn
Garrison
It’s impossible to go wrong at The Bird & Bottle Inn. This Garrison eatery is conscious about allergens on the menu, with a lot of options to opt out of milk-based ingredients in dishes. The spring pea croissant delights as a first course on the restaurant week menu and can be made vegan. The spring salad, minus the feta cheese, is another light bite that hits the spot. For an entrée, the butterfly pea flower risotto is a showstopper, with fava beans, asparagus, leek puree, and herbs. The main can be made vegan as well to avoid dairy. For a sweet ending to a fine meal, the lemon poppy shortcake is not to be missed, with vegan whipped cream and macerated strawberries. Or keep it simple and indulge in a seasonal sorbet. Â
Lunch: $44.95, Saturday 12-3Â p.m.
Dinner: $44.95; Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday
Brooklyn Organic Kitchen
Mahopac
At Brooklyn Organic Kitchen, all dishes are available vegan or traditional (making it perfect to opt for non-dairy dishes!). The menu is modern American and fully organic, with a mission to provide delicious food options for all lifestyle diets. Organic wines, craft beers, and mocktails are the perfect pairings to any dish. Notable mains for Restaurant Week include southern fried chicken, chicken parm panini, lemon caper pasta, and mushroom Wellington. Delicious brunch items are on the menu for Saturday and Sunday as well. Â
Brunch: $44.95, Saturday and Sunday (Mimosas included!)Â
Lunch: $29.95, Wednesday – SundayÂ
Dinner: $44.95, Wednesday – Sunday
Conover Club
Callicoon Center
When the weather allows, opt to dine outside or enjoy a casual setting at the bar or in the dining room. Dine on a variety of comfort dishes that are carefully crafted with generous portions. For a light start that’s also dairy-free, enjoy the kale salad (minus the feta), with bourbon candied walnuts, apples, and Dijon maple vinaigrette. The pesto gnocchi is perfect for dinner, with gluten-free sauteed gnocchi, house-made vegan pesto sauce, sun-dried tomatoes, and broccoli. Â
Dinner: $44.95, Thursday – SundayÂ
El Callejon
Port Chester
The diverse menu at El Callejon will satisfy any palate. The eatery offers a welcoming atmosphere with friendly staff. For an exciting flavor combination that happens to be dairy-free, the churasquito features caramelized onions, fried egg, white rice, red beans, and sweet plantains. The bendajo paisa delights with steak, red beans, fried egg, chorizo, chicarron, avocado, sweet plantain, and arepa.Â
Lunch: $29.95, daily
Dinner: $44.95, daily
Goosefeather
Tarrytown
Cantonese fare is different from the Chinese food that most Americans are familiar with, as it utilizes fresh and seasonal items. It’s prominent on the menu at Goosefeather, which features dairy-free options from start to finish. The smashed crispy fingerling potatoes or shaved snow pea salad are both vegan and offer layers of delicious sweet and savory flavors. For a unique entree, wild mushroom rice noodles with tamarind black beans and hazelnuts are a scrumptious bite. For dessert, enjoy the seasonal shaved ice and mochi.
Dinner: $44.95, Sunday – Thursday
Brunch: $39.95, Saturday and Sunday
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