"Whether you’re looking for a hearty breakfast, a kid-friendly lunch, or a romantic date night, this bucolic 10-acre retreat — which features an old pecan grove, great swaths of lawn, flower and vegetable gardens, and a chicken coop — has it all. Bring the kids to the Farm Kitchen at the front of the property for a sandwich and salad picnic and playtime under the trees, or head farther down the lane for an imaginative breakfast on Morning Glory’s verdant patio, where you might order Belgian waffles, a smoked salmon omelet, or an utterly decadent Japanese sweet potato stuffed with smoked brisket. However, the biggest thrills are found at Quiessence, a charmingly refurbished old farmhouse offering a patio that extends out into the lawn, and a secluded “brick oven table,” tucked away under a vine-covered gazebo — surely the most romantic spot in town (reservations required). Chef and co-owner Dustin Christofolo offers three multi-course prix fixe menus, each featuring farm-to-table fare. Don’t miss the elaborate charcuterie board (a signature for good reason) or luxurious add-ons such as foie gras macarons." - Mcconnell Quinn, Nikki Buchanan, jamiekillin, Rudri Patel
