Restaurants & Food Experiences

With its plethora of dairies, farms and artisan food and drink makers, Delaware County has long since established itself as a destination for those looking for wonderful farm-to-table dining experiences. But what some may not be aware of are the many international cuisine options that are also available in the region, from British and Mediterranean fare to Mexican and Japanese delights.

The Tulip and Rose (435 Main St, Franklin, 607.82.4040) features an eclectic menu that includes traditionally prepared Turkish, Asian and Western cuisine made from the finest local organic ingredients. Their special Tuesday night dinners spotlight a different cuisine each week, all made from seasonal ingredients. Popular past events have included Indian, Mediterranean and Malay specialties.

The Bull and Garland Pub & Inn (760 Main St, Hobart, 607.538.3006) features a charming British style pub and restaurant serving traditional English fare in their two cozy dining rooms and picturesque creekside outdoor eating area.

La Cabana (966 Main St., Fleischmanns, 845.254.4966) is perfect for larger parties and get-togethers with its large dining hall, extensive menu and full bar.

Greenane Farms (196 County Road 10, Meridale, (607.746.8878) is another Delaware County source for authentic Mexican food. During the warm weather months they’re serving up garden fresh delights including empanadas, tamales, carnitas and salsas, all made on the premises and brought to your table in their rustic dining room.

Tuna III (82 Main St, Delhi, 607.746.6777) offers fresh, made-to-order sushi and Japanese food. They also have hot and cold sake, and a selection of imported and domestic beers.

Catskill Momos (191 Main St, Delhi, 607.746.2233) serves up savory Tibetan dumplings with a variety of fillings in a variety of preparations including in soup, in a sauce, steamed or pan fried. They also serve noodle dishes, desert and more.

The Bavaria Restaurant (27 Division Street Sidney, 607.206.6927) is home to authentic German/Bavarian cuisine for dinner as well as tea/coffee and cake in the afternoon (tea is by reservation only).

With fantastic chefs from some of the best restaurants in the world, there is no shortage of incredible places to eat. We suggest that you check out the dining section of GreatWesternCatskills.com for a complete list of our area restaurants, searchable by town.

Here a few of the articles written about the food of our area.

Eater, 9.1.2020
Robert Sietsema encounters sensational cured meats and barbecue in the small town of Stamford.

NYup.com, 9.27.2019
Upstate getaway: Delaware County a destination for food-loving farm enthusiasts

Eater, 9.11.2019
This Sweet Catskills Cafe Is the Ideal Comfort Food Restaurant for Leaf Peepers

Tasting Rooms & Breweries

We have so many incredible craft beverage makers in the area and many of them often offer a full evening of entertainment.

Spend a summer evening under the stars at the outdoor courtyard of Wayside Cider in Andes while you sip locally made beer, wine or cider. Grab one of the carefully crafted cocktails at Union Grove Distillery in Arkville where you can enjoy their award winning spirits in a cozy tasting room with indoor and outdoor seating in the facility where they make all their spirits.

Muddy River Brewery in Unadilla has an incredibly large outdoor space right on the Susquehanna river. Enjoy one of the Muddy River beers or other local beer and cider while enjoying the sounds and sights of the Susquehanna River. Hop on over to Sidney and experience one of the incredible flavors of Awestruck Ciders. The Awestruck team has turned what was once a basic industrial space where they produced cider into what feels like a night club. Their tasting room offers an incredible selection of New York State beverages and has such a festive and fun feel to it.

Nightlife

Let's face it, the next time your favorite band reunites, they will probably not be performing in Delaware County but there is no shortage of incredible, talented musicians who live here and perform here.

Before the pandemic, we were treated to an incredible live show by The Bones of JR Jones, a Delhi resident, who performed at Bushel Collective to a packed house. This summer, a whole host of live performances are scheduled. There will be an abundance of musical peformances, mostly outdoors, in somewhat limited capacities...but they are happening.

O'Neill's Shire Pub in Dehli, The Andes Hotel in Andes, The Ark Bowl & BBQ in Arkville are just a few of the places that host music regularly in addition to our arts organizations that produce regular musical performances.

We also have incredible concert series like the Honest Brook Music Festival which presents a stunning line-up of world-class classical musicians who perform concerts in a preserved barn as well as Summer Nights, a free concert series with a wide range of musical persuasions in Hancock's Town Square.

If you wanted to, you could fill up every evening in the Great Western Catskills. From trivia nights to movie nights, from an evening of golf to the opening of a new gallery exhibition, there is certainly something for everyone to do any evening of the week. Just stay tuned to GreatWesternCatskills.com and you'll find all the nightlife you want in Delaware County.