The Tasting Room

Plan a Cozy Cider-Centered Getaway in the Catskills

"Inside the on-site restaurant, The Tasting Room, giant glass windows look out over the orchard and booking a table—especially at sunset—is imperative to fully enjoy the views. Executive chef Jack Tippet runs a seasonally changing menu that highlights ingredients at their peak; dishes are simple and well-executed, including an excellent roast chicken (the wild mushrooms served alongside might steal the show). The fried chicken skins with buttermilk and hot sauce for dunking are practically a mandatory start, and brunch is worth booking—be sure to order the biscuits and jam. You can enjoy cider by the glass or a tasting flight alongside your meal, and Seminary Hill’s drier bottlings pair particularly well with the food." - Merlyn Miller