Half Moon

The ambience here is amazing.. the views are amazing, the staff could be better, a lot of times we waited on staff to serve us bread and water which took abit longer than usual it seems… your rack of Lambs was spicy and we weren’t told that and my dad couldn’t really handle the spice. The steak and fries you guys could’ve done better with the seasoning lol I’ve had better steak and made better steak. Would I ever come back here again ? No.

The atmosphere is what keeps me coming back. Beautiful large interior perfect for a big group. They have an upstairs (I haven't been up). I like to sit in the lounge area. Large windows throughout, you can see the river from inside the restaurant. An outside bar and patio with outdoor dining. The crowd here is great! Fun and friendly. The food and service are hit or miss. The menu is mostly seafood with a decent amount of nonseafood options. People rave about the oysters etc. But since I can't eat seafood I can only speak on the other options. I say if you're like me and can't eat what they are popular for(seafood) just eat somewhere else. First time here I got a nice glass full of lint and rose. Not once but 2x. Service is OK at best. Like I said I come for the view and the vibes which really are amazing.

I give this a 4 star only because the service wasn't as good. My boyfriend and I felt the attention wasn't there. The environment was good, the place is beautiful and all. The place does not match the food. Me personally don't like Steak with fries, I like my steak with mash potatoes or even a good amount of salad on the side. I also had the idea of maybe having some bread meanwhile we waited, I was starving. They took care faster to other people first and had us waiting for a long time. The drinks were not good at all. I had highly expectations on the whole restaurant. That's my opinion.

We went here for my mother's birthday. First time here and they did not disappoint. The food was delicious and the service was on point. Very attentive. We got for appetizers the yuka and mozzarella, crispy calamari, and pok belly chicharron. Must try. I got the lobster roll with fries. It is kid friendly as they have a kids menu. Which was a plus for me. Also, the sangria was so good. I recommend this place and will be going back.

This place is great, right on the river. We did a company event and they had us at a large table upstairs with a family-style dinner. Great selection, scenery was incredible.

Fresh. Delicious. Beautiful Hudson River views! Friendly staff! I ordered the Mezze platter and asked for extra veggies and no pita. With a salmon fillet on the side! They were super great to accommodate!

Was my first time visiting Dobbs Ferry. Went to the park and got hungry so came to visit Half Moon. Was a great experience from the ambiance, food, and the service. Jassmin took great care of our table. Next time im in Dobbs Ferry I will make sure to stop by Half Moon again!

There is nothing I don’t like about this place. Perhaps the ladies at the front desk need some more training but apart from that everything was great. We sat at the outdoor bar while we waited for our table to be ready. We had a few cocktails and enjoyed the sunset while we waited for our table. We had some delicious dishes and ended the night with some dessert cocktails.

Great food and service, drinks are also amazing. I've had the pleasure to visit this establishment for brunch, lunch, dinner and it never dissapoints.

Love this place! But it's too expensive for the portions, ambience is great! Attentive , and pleasant ! Coming here again

Hadn't been here in 3 years and decided to give it another go for my birthday. To say we were disappointed is an understatement. We had made a reservation ahead of time, so we were quickly escorted to our table. I ran back out to my car to get a forgotten item and in those few minutes, the waitress came over, introduced herself and said she'd be back to take drink orders when "the rest of the party arrives." Another waitress came over to introduce herself and said she'd be helping out the first waitress. It took 15 minutes (I timed it) upon sitting back down before the first waitress came back to ask us about drinks and another 20 minutes to receive said drinks (nothing fancy- 2 seltzers). We were seated close to the window so we had the nice view of sundown as it approached. Before our drinks arrived, the waitress came back to the table to take our order. We had to request bread as stated in the menu. We had to ask another 3 times for the bread as it took almost 45 minutes to come out. Seems pretty lengthy. Our entrees finally arrived. I ordered the BBQ ribs special. Great taste & flavor. My dad ordered the filet mignon and he needed a chisel to cut through it. Way too tough. That came with a side of mashed potatoes which were bland. No little pieces of skin or onions to enhance the taste. For $54, that steak should melt in your mouth. My mom ordered the $40 lobster roll. She enjoyed, but it was nothing special. My sister ordered the $54 seabass which was no bigger than my palm. We shared a side of broccoli & French fries, which were great. We decided to order 2 desserts. The cheesecake & chocolate mousse. Again, this took way too long (about 20 minutes). They were informed it was my birthday so they made the piece of cake fancy. The chocolate mousse tasted medicinal. I thought maybe it had espresso or liquor in it, but the waitress checked with the chef and said no. I took one bite and that was it. I also should have clarified but it was not the cheesecake I was expecting. I only like NY style cheesecake and this was far from it. This had the texture of cream cheese. Not for me. We ended up being there a little over 2 hours and not once did someone come over to refill our water cups. Usually at restaurants we have the opposite problem. They also darkened the restaurant a few times in this duration. Almost doesn't make sense as it was getting darker outside. For these prices, not sure if I'll be back.

Short Boat ride from Piermont, The tapas apps were really good. Prices were awfully high, such a $40, very mediocre lobster roll and $23 for half dozen little necks. Service was slow. Great view of the river and palisades.

Beautiful views, gorgeous sunsets great food cocktails. Staff was super accommodating specially since we were celebrating a birthday. We had a great corner table, the food was great something for everyone special those with dietary restrictions. Can't wait to come back. There is also outside seats another great feature of the restaurant with fire pits if you just want to grab a drink and enjoy the weather.

I had the chicken sandwich, which was good, but I wanted more flavor out of it. Some of the appetizers were very small (steak tar tar and chorizo croquette) and should have been two pieces for the money. The beer I had was awesome, it was a wit or Weiss beer I believe, and the service was great. The views of the water and the city in the background are worth the visit and there were a lot of couples and families eating.

I actually was fortunate to come to half Moon soft opening about 16 years ago and was blown away with the views the staff and everything about it quite honestly the service was impeccable. The food was a delight because I kept coming back. now I find myself in a peculiar situation because I can't say this tonight the staff almost ignored us. I ordered drinks twice same drink both times same waitress forgot it and the secondary waitress had to bring it to me. Food came out lukewarm and we left between horses. I want to say there was a wedding going on and maybe most of the staff was occupied with them so I'm hoping that was the case because it be ashamed such a beautiful place to go downhill like this because of service. I can't say I won't be back but I can say I won't be eager to recommend or return soon.

Fancy brunch you say? Then you come to the right place. Gorgeous setting on the water with indoor and outdoor seating. A warm fire place alongside the bar with plenty of seating and views. Great for parties, brunches, date night, you name it. Bloody Mary was delicious as well as most drinks. Service is always professional, friendly and fast. Today we had the pleasure of having a selection of oysters which were fresh and delicious. The shrimp cocktail was a bit tough was still very good. The shrimp tacos were really good with a side of pickled jalapeños. The lobster Mac and Cheese was creamy and seasoned perfectly. Highly recommend for a special night or just a fancy meal. Service is great. Setting is spectacular. Food and drink are worth it.

Great location with good food and service. Handled our group of 7 with no problems. Easily accessible from anywhere.

Came for a a quiet celebration dinner. Nice surprise with a great entrance with nice bar with a fire roaring. Great ambiance. We were seated at a window with a view of the river and the Tappanzee bridge lit st night. Service was understated and unobtrusive We ordered the seafood tower to start. Great shrimp. Nicely plump with all the accompaniments. Little neck clams were lovely and smacked of the sea. The oysters were juicy and a couple were very briny but nice. The half lobster was good but a little watery - not sure why but it tasted good. The accompaniments were also well matched. Rigatoni with mushroom bolognese was the special. We had that. Nice Al dente pasta and a nice ragout with a trio of mushrooms. Taste was good but could have developed more. Felt like it was 3 parts and not one cohesive dish. Very tasty. Entree was the shrimp escarole with white wine sauce and bacon with navy bean. It was delicious. Tart taste. Nice combo. Dish came together beautifully. Shrimp were good. I would have liked more char on them but delicious I recommend this place.

If you want to come and take some awesome pics, come here. If you want good food, do not come here. On a scale of 1 to 10 the food was a 5. My drinks were ok. But sorry I can't return.

This place is a gem, the inside ambiance is awesome and trendy, the food is good considering we did not have much of a variety of dishes. They were very accommodating since we initially thought we would endure the sun to see the sunset. Love the fact our server was always around for anything and even if you ask another person for help they did not ignored me and relayed the information to our server. Place is awesome and would highly recommend. I will update the post with picture next time I go.

A group of 8 friends, went here today. I recommended this restaurant to our group because I've been there many of times and had wonderful experiences. However, today our food was yummy, as usual, but the service provided from our server, was dismissive and abrasive in all of her dealings with our entire group. She wasn't wearing a name badge, but I've added our receipt in order to determine the server. I'm not just embarrassed in front of my group of friends I invited but also disappointed, as a regular business customer. Please discuss this review with the server, as she is the "face" of Half Moon while serving customers.

I am so disappointed in having to write this review. My family and I went to Halfmoon for Easter Sunday. There were eight of us, including a five-year-old. When we got there, we sat at a table in a small upstairs section of the restaurant that was in the back, RIGHT NEXT to the kitchen. We requested a table on the main floor that was within eye view, but we were told it was for a giant party; mind you, it was a table for eight, and we were a table of eight. The family sitting there was the demographic that must've solely been for that floor. Because we were at the restaurant before them and sat in a small, dark, extremely loud corner. Every time a waiter passed, they hit my bag, and I felt the need to apologize. Our friendly waiter was also incompetent. While my mother was knee-deep into her order, he pivoted back to me to ask me about what I wanted as my protein on the eggs Benedict (which I got the short rib, and it was not that good and highly bland, there was no salt added, and I wish I got something else on the menu.) I also want to highlight that it took forever for our drinks. When the food came out, my niece ordered the children's Mac and Cheese. They put it in a cast iron skillet, and when my niece reached to grab her glass of Apple Juice, she burned her wrest on the iron pan. That ended up with her not wanting to eat that, so we asked our waiter if we could change it for the children's waffle. My niece waited for her food, only to be plated with chicken and waffles with jalapeño infused syrup. Her parents were furious. First, because she got burned, and now a complete adult meal was given to a child. We asked for them to take out her meal. And they offered her ice cream. The desserts came out, and my niece's ice cream hadn't been sent out. Of all the people at that table, the child should be the one to receive, eat, and have the proper meal prepared. The service we received on our celebration of Easter was far from perfect. It was not what the meal cost should have been, and it was far from the experience I anticipated. My sister spoke with the manager, and he comped the table half off. That was kind, but I would've chosen a different restaurant had I known I would be sitting in the kitchen.

absolute best service! love the bartenders! incredible food, drinks, and environment! Best welcome New York City!! So so so fun

Good is good , View is 10/10 if you want to have a romantic date this is the place. Service friendly. I love the burgers there and the crispy calamari also.

One of the most spectacular views ever. They were very accommodating and changed our table upon request It was my husbands bday and Ezequiel went above and beyond to be attentive and provide us with helpful suggestions and professional care We had one of the best desserts ever!!! The ice cream sandwich is a must try Cocktails and seafood were superb We had an excellent time and will be back

Honestly everything was absolutely incredible. Not sure why someone wouldn't love everything about this place . Great views. Cocktails were delicious and if food was stellar- can't wait to go back and try more things even though I could get the same thing every time and still be happy. A lovely birthday meal, and our server was attentive and lovely.

I recently visited Half Moon during Hudson Valley Restaurant Week with my husband. It was a quiet Thursday night dinner which we enjoyed. It provided us a with an intimate atmosphere, that allowed our conversations to carry on easily. I had the calamari for an appetizer and panche seared salmon for an entree. Something was a bit off about the texture of the calamari, but I could quite pinpoint it, although the flavor was very nice. I enjoyed the Salmon very much. My husband had the wings for an appetizer, which he raved about. And the Chicken Milanese for an entrée. This is where Half Moon's service really excelled. My husband didn't read that it came worth olives, which he hates. When he reported this to our server, they immediately remade the arugula salad portion of the dish without the olives. It was greatly appreciated. We were willing to pay for another entree altogether, but our server came in and solved the issue quickly and effectively. All in all, the food was slightly above standard in my opinion, but the service was exceptional. We will definitely return when it's not restaurant week and try some other food options on the menu.

Good was service , wine selection , view. However the menu on line is NOT the menu in restaurant. If you are a vegetarian your only choice is between 2 salads ! Very disappointed since in line they have other options .

I was served yesterday by Nicolas, he was very attentive and kind. I was crying almost the whole time because I just left a tragic situation and lost a child and couldn't really hold it together but I was visiting a friend near by and she told me to check half moon out and grab a drink, I was also hungry and grabbed some pintxos- a fig and blue cheese, tomat something (anchovies and tomato toast), and the steaktartare along with some pink oysters and Prosecco. Everything was so good. Gorgeous view. Nicolas gave me a cake and Prosecco as well which was sweet hahah, it's such a beautiful restaurant inside and out and the staff is on fire. Thank you guys will be back.

I love a good view and Half Moon will always have that. But the service was completely off this past Saturday night. First, we waited 15 minutes at the table before anyone even noticed us: no water, no bread, no drink order. When our waiter did make an appearance we ordered drinks and dinner and requested that we have time to enjoy our drinks before dinner was served. So of course our drinks were thrown at us only a minute or two before our appetizers came out, and then the bread basket after that. The food was ok. The Caesar salad was good as was the flounder sandwich. Both the house salad and the lobster roll were overly lemony. The ahi tuna was about the same as can be had at any upscale grocery store. I have in the past advocated for Half Moon to skeptical friends, but they lost my loyalty this time. It really is a shame.

We had been here a few times for celebratory date nights and birthday dinners, it was always a good time! In March, I hosted a bridal shower and it was above and beyond! The food was delicious, we opted for plated family style so everyone could try the tasty options. Stephanie made coordinating a breeze and Jack the server made sure everyone was attended to. Glasses never went empty and bellies remained full! We had so much fun, we felt so special. The Loft space gave us a private, VIP feel. If anything, I can't recommend doing the unlimited "bubbles" bar enough. The whole experience was something we still talk about nearly 3 months later. The bride was in happy tears throughout the shower brunch. 100/10, cannot recommend enough!!!

Prices are insane. Not even upscale restaurant. Get over yourself Half Moon. Also buyer beware. Critical and secondary health violations.

Horrible service for over priced drinks such as s margaritas and guava martini. The food portions were very small. The food was nothing to write home about. The staff was not accommodating at all as to splitting the check. The manager was not understanding about the matter at all. This group will not visit this establishment again. I will not return for a Corporate dinner in the future.

We were a party of seven. The food is excellent and delicious. The atmosphere is clean and modern, and the view of the river is impressive. The server service and busboy were horrible. Our waiter seemed to be busy and overwhelmed with other tables. She got our food orders wrong; we received food we did not order, we did not get plates for our appetizers, the bus boy made us feel rushed, and I asked a different waiter for something, and he never returned what I asked. The wine selection was poor. The last time it was the same experience. Unfortunately, we will not visit again.

Yummy food and the ambiance is super nice. I love that its on the water the scenery is beautiful. Cute for a date night. Been here a couple times with my husband and we love it everytime. The service is wonderful.

The place is beautiful, the service was impeccable, similar to an experience in a high end restaurant in NYC. The food was delicious, the menu had plenty of options. If you get a seat outside, and there's plenty of them, you won't be disappointed. We will be back.

The food is realllly good but the views are what have me coming back. The Hudson River is breathtaking from here and even when it's rainy, the restaurant gives off a cozy feeling.

The location by the Hudson is simply spectacular. I came for a birthday party of 4, and was totally disappointed. The restaurant was full - there was a wedding going on, which would explain our disappointment with the food. The drinks were ok, a bit pricey but ok. Three of us ordered fish dishes, and one steak, which was ordered medium, and we got very well done . Food was lukewarm at best, and the portions were very small. Mac and cheese was "terrible" we left it on the table. Our waiter was nice, however, overall - we will think twice about going back.

Half Moon is a bit of a drive from where I am located, but it was absolutely worth the drive. This restaurant is located on the Hudson River waterfront, which makes for such a scenic dinner. We had a large party, but we made a reservation ahead of time. We ordered Crispy Calamari, West Coast Oysters, and East Coast Oysters to start. The appetizers also included bread. For dinner, I ordered the Pan Roasted Scallops. The dish came with honey nut squash purée, sprouting cauliflower, grapes, brown butter. The flavors blended beautifully and I already know I'll be ordering this again when I return. This restaurant is pricy, so that would be the only setback. I would come back to celebrate a special event.

I found this spot as an out of state visitor. I was in town a few days for work, and wanted to enjoy a drink with a view. This is the perfect spot!! Sitting on the outdoor patio gives amazing views of thr river and NYC on clear days. Service was good, it took a few minutes to be greeted, but once I was, everything was speedy.

A beautiful setting but what awful food! I went for a birthday treat and the view did not disappoint. My appetizers were all mushy little piles except for the olives. The fennel cold soup was good as were the fish tacos. The lobster ravioli was $12 per ravioli!! The "special" entree with shrimp was a mass of bow ties with panko on top and undetectable mini shrimp. Carb on carb. I just left it !! Not worth a photo.

Bizarre experience. This place is MASSIVE and feels like you're in Vegas. Lots of tourists which is odd for Dobbs Ferry. The view, service, and interior are all top notch. I'm giving 2 stars because the prices are absurd for what is very mediocre food. The drinks are fair but the food is steakhouse price while slightly above diner quality. The fluke ceviche was good but pitifully small for $30 and gave my partner and I indigestion. If you're looking for a quiet and intentional meal, look elsewhere. This is more of a photo op restaurant.

Great ambiance and accessibility of restaurant as it is near a train station and parking lot. It has amazing views of the water and great picture spots. Service was decent too, but I thought the food was very expensive yet average tasting. Price did not match quality.

One of the BEST views. I've yet to find a place that has such wonderful seating directly on the Hudson. One of my go-to spots on the Hudson. The views are amazing, but the food in general isn't out of this world. HAMBURGER: expensive, but delicious burger. Got it with cheese and avocado. Served with a good amount of French fries. Honestly this is my go-to because we actually enjoy the burger. NACHOS WITH CHICKEN: tried this for the first time. Interestingly served in a skillet, but came out to be great! Good amount of chicken. Chicken is average. Avocado is cut up into small cubes so you can eat it with each bite. Served with beans and good cheese (not some cheap nacho cheese). Sorry didn't take pictures. Camera forgot to eat first. But captured the beautiful view! There's a patio on the right and left side of the restaurant.

I am surprised that I hadn't reviewed Half Moon yet because I had visited more than a few times over the years and I mostly like it. For me, this waterfront restaurant has the best Hudson River view in Westchester County and a fun ambiance. I think the staff is attentive but the food can be a hit or miss depending of what you order ( I don't recommend the tapas they are bite size) . The cocktails are not very strong but the good. It isn't a cheap place but again you are paying for the location. They do have a good happy hour from Monday to Thursday and if you finish work at 12pm on Friday. Overall I think it is a beautiful place to get together with friends and family.

I have no idea why this place gets a low rating. I would give it a solid 4+ stars. Food was good including starting with free bread with shaved Parmesan and 2 different types of olive oils. We had the following dishes and they were all cooked and presented perfectly. - burger - shrimp tacos - miso glazed sea bass - mix of Tapas View was amazing too!

The last time I was here it was horrible, brought my wife for her birthday the food was ok the worse part is we went to take pictures just to get a call saying we left a sweater on the chair mean wile we weren't even done with our dinner and they cleared the table I brought a cake for my wife they which I had to ask to have it brought back to us so we can leave it's was thee worst experience we have ever had at any restaurant we have ever been too. Food was ok, service that day was -1000 and the views were the better part of the day.

This place is absolutely gorgeous! The views are absolutely stunning!!! The drinks are amazing! The service is amazing as well.

All I can say about this place is awesome!! Awesome fresh food, awesome drinks and awesome ambience. My spicy jalapeño Margarita was on point. A nice smooth blend with just the right amount of Tequila. The fresh lobster was juicy and cooked to perfection. The dessert we ordered looked too good to eat but we ate it. The wait staff was great and very knowledgable about the entire menu. Lastly the Half Moon has a beautiful view of the water regardless of where you are seated. I will definitely be back again and again.

Great for indoor Happy Hour, otherwise, crazy $$ for nothing special but the view. We sat outside and had to order online, and used crappy plastic utensils for seriously overpriced food (like a very small amount of soggy calamari for over $20). Had to beg for water & ketchup and extra napkins as servers blew past us - no follow up, no water refills. When the bill came, there was a 16% service fee added BEFORE TIP. What service??

Perfect spot for Hudson River sunsets.... Had my birthday dinner there last night. Waiter forgot to bring our appetizers, and ditzy young manager just shrugged it off. Entrees were fine, but smart money is to stick to the apps (if they remember to serve them) and avoid the overpriced Entrees. Food and service nothing special...you're paying for the view.

Sat at the bar for Sunday brunch - delicious cocktails and food. Standouts were the mezze platter and the burger & fries. The bar staff was amazing, while the hostesses were less than friendly. Great views of the river, and next time I think it would be fun to sit outside.

Decent food decent service a bit pricey but nice to seat outside on a nice day. We had some bees outside I think management can do something about them

The view was five star. Food was very mediocre... and expensive. Service was okay. For a restaurant of this caliber I would expect bread on the table but it has to be requested. If you're interested in a great view and so so good, this is the place

Let's start with the positive. The ambiance and the views of this establishment is very nice. The service and the food is another. We went here for the first time two Sundays ago. The waiter came and took our orders, we ordered appetizers which came out in a timely manner. However our entrees came out over an hour and twenty minutes later. No one came to tell us the eta. The portion of the salmon, and the seared rare ahi tuna lacked taste, and same the portions were small, the lamb chops my family ordered was cold. Another party within our group ordered a steak and we had to continue to wait to flag someone down to ask for steak sauce. We were not even offered bread (was told from the waiter we should have asked for the bread as it was listed in the menu, unfortunately we missed that but I still feel that they could have inquired) or salad like most restaurants would include within the meal. The service overall was subpar and the food portions for the price point were not worth it. By the time the waiters came back we were not even in the mood to order dessert and just asked for the check. I am disappointed I really was expecting more.

All I have heard since moving to Dobbs is that this is the best restaurant around. Boy was I disappointed. We got a lobster roll that was about 2/3 lettuce. I've never even heard of putting lettuce in a lobster roll. We had the grilled oysters that were just ok. Food was very mediocre. Service was great. Lovely staff. They went above and beyond to make a cocktail that they had never heard of for us and even asked us how it was and if they should make any modifications for the second one. Ambiance is great too. Beautiful restaurant with great views. Very nice for date night. I just think at this price point the food should have been exceptional and it wasn't. Also if you're used to eating in NYC you'll be disappointed. If you grew up in Westchester maybe this is as good as it gets here.

really really good stuff!!! the food was delicious, especially the banana bread we got as an appetizer. the servers were very attentive and it was quick getting all of our orders in and food on the table! it's a super cute spot on the hudson, hope to go again!