Meritage

My first time visiting this place last night for a networking event. The gentleman serving the drinks was very polite. The apps were delish and I highly recommend it. Id love to go back for dinner.

My family came here for Christmas Eve. Everyone in the restaurant is extremely friendly. We are a classic very loud family but, we were treated exceptionally despite our obnoxious table manners 😂 In all seriousness, the food is absolutely delicious. The specials, chestnut soup and duck, were delicious and the chicken parm was also great. All in all, a great experience and we will be back! Thanks Susie and the team.

What a great find! The décor is very appealing with white tablecloths, dark ceilings and deep teal walls adorned by black and white photos of Italian scenery. The result is a classy, modern and comfortable space that feels very welcoming. Speaking of welcoming, our waitress was fantastic. She was personable, attentive and knowledgeable. Really good service. Another welcome surprise was that the ambient noise level was so low, I was able to enjoy a great conversation with my date without straining and screaming across the table. Drinks: All were great. There have been plenty of times I’ve had to send a drink back, but not here. If you’re a martini drinker, they do the Vesper martini quite well (James Bond would be pleased), and the Dead Sea Martini with blue cheese stuffed olives and a few drops of olive oil was a winner as well. However, the ultimate summer drink was the Tequila water. Delightfully refreshing! Appetizers: The grilled shrimp on a bed of bright vegetables and nardello chile peppers was fantastic. Our waitress also recommended the fried eggplant with melted mozzarella, and I’ve very glad she did. It had the same satisfying, addictive combo of crunch and cheese of a fried mozzarella stick, but more elevated with the eggplant. Entrees: At first glance, I was a bit concerned regarding the brevity of the menu. But, when enjoying locally sourced, seasonal driven, farm to table cuisine, this tends to imply that the chef has been very intentional in their selections. Thankfully, they also have a number of off-menu specials, so that between the cyclical menu and rotating specials there is plenty of variety. I enjoyed expertly prepared black sea bass of the perfect consistency, with gratifying crispy skin and impeccable seasoning, served atop a bed of tomatoes and broccolini. As delectable as the dish was, the duck was even better! Bold, mouthwatering, savory flavor appropriately cooked to medium rare, preserving the tenderness and juiciness of the meat. I’m starting to drool a little just thinking about it. This little treasure is definitely worth another visit to see what new masterpieces the chef has conjured from the local purveyors. We will be back.

There is a drink at this bar, that might be the best drink I’ve ever had. It’s called the Beet Margarita, it’s the perfect balanced drink, unique and tasty during winter or summer and can’t be found anywhere else because they invented this fine cocktail 10 out of 10!!

Delicious food, cute atmosphere and impeccable service! Came here with about 20 people for a private party and the restaurant did an incredible job taking care of everyone, constantly refilling drinks, ensuring everyone had what they needed and were super friendly.

Eating at this restaurant was one of the worst dining experiences I’ve had in a long time. The food was mediocre at best. The service was completely horrendous from the minute we entered the restaurant. The owner greeted us (if you can call it that) at the door, asked us the name on the reservation and told us to “just take any open four top.” He did not seat us. We ordered and when our food came one of the orders was incorrect, but the server didn’t leave the 2 correct orders, he just walked away without saying a word. Ten minutes later, when we saw our server we attempted to explain what happened, and her response was, “well I don’t work in the kitchen.” Our food came eventually and we were underwhelmed. It was not worth the price, especially not the $48 veal Milanese which was all breading and very little veal, despite the owner telling us, “well, that’s how we make it and all our customers love it.” Needless to say we will not be returning.

Wonderful experience for a private surprise party. The staff is just outstanding. The manager made everything easy, accommodated choices and change and went beyond expectations to make the day memorable. 50+ people served kindly and efficiently, with quality menu choices. We've enjoyed the restaurant for dinners in the past as well. Highly recommend.

Very good italian food in Scarsdale. Burrata arugula salad and brussel sprouts are really good!

Love this place. One, has reasonable corkage and nice wines by the glass. Two, the veal parm and tagliatelle bolognese are always solid. Three, food rotates seasonally. Current swordfish special is amazing, as was tagliatelle appetizer and date dessert. I've always found the servers to be nice and attentive. As for those who bitch about the host, he's not a natural schmoozer, so maybe if you need your ego stroked you should go elsewhere. I'll be back for sure.

I'd love to tell you how the food tasted, but as of 8:40PM, our party had been sitting for over an hour with only "artichoke shavings" (a special) and cocktails (a highlight) to whet our appetites. The server stopped by once to ask if we wished to refill our drinks, but otherwise did the bare minimum to tend to the table. The manager checked in once to tell us the kitchen was backed up (duh) and "joking" we would have been served faster if we sat outside. Finally, we got sick of waiting, resentful of the time wasted and put off by the ambivalent service. We asked for the check and our food to be packed up to go. In fairness, we were comped our drinks and appetizer for our troubles. Too little, too late. We would have been happier getting delivery, making our own drinks and saving the cost of a babysitter for a rare night out! UPDATE: Finally tried the food. The Chicken "Paillard" came as slabs of dry chicken on a sad bed of romaine and croutons. What a disappointment.

Visited this place last night with my husband and mother in law. Here are the deets! Pros: --amazing food and drinks --service was top notch --very good portions for people who do not like to overeat. --nice cozy setting Cons: --can't think of any at all. Note: I will definitely be back soon. My husband can't stop raving about it! One more thing...GET THE BREAD PUDDING!!! We aren't dessert people at all, but we really enjoyed a few bites of it.

What a great find! The décor is very appealing with white tablecloths, dark ceilings and deep teal walls adorned by black and white photos of Italian scenery. The result is a classy, modern and comfortable space that feels very welcoming. Speaking of welcoming, our waitress was fantastic. She was personable, attentive and knowledgeable. Really good service. Another welcome surprise was that the ambient noise level was so low, I was able to enjoy a great conversation with my date without straining and screaming across the table. Drinks: All were great. There have been plenty of times I've had to send a drink back, but not here. If you're a martini drinker, they do the Vesper martini quite well (James Bond would be pleased), and the Dead Sea Martini with blue cheese stuffed olives and a few drops of olive oil was a winner as well. However, the ultimate summer drink was the Tequila water. Delightfully refreshing! Appetizers: The grilled shrimp on a bed of bright vegetables and nardello chile peppers was fantastic. Our waitress also recommended the fried eggplant with melted mozzarella, and I've very glad she did. It had the same satisfying, addictive combo of crunch and cheese of a fried mozzarella stick, but more elevated with the eggplant. Entrees: At first glance, I was a bit concerned regarding the brevity of the menu. But, when enjoying locally sourced, seasonal driven, farm to table cuisine, this tends to imply that the chef has been very intentional in their selections. Thankfully, they also have a number of off-menu specials, so that between the cyclical menu and rotating specials there is plenty of variety. I enjoyed expertly prepared black sea bass of the perfect consistency, with gratifying crispy skin and impeccable seasoning, served atop a bed of tomatoes and broccolini. As delectable as the dish was, the duck was even better! Bold, mouthwatering, savory flavor appropriately cooked to medium rare, preserving the tenderness and juiciness of the meat. I'm starting to drool a little just thinking about it. This little treasure is definitely worth another visit to see what new masterpieces the chef has conjured from the local purveyors. We will be back.

Once a dump always a dump Pasta from a box Owners lucky they have regulars from scarsdale Dont waste your money Wont be back

I had dinner with my siblings and we enjoyed ourselves. The service was very attentive and even the owner greeted us. The food is so delicious and very generous. My drink "Snobby Bobby" was so creative. I loved the ambiance and I highly recommend this restaurant.

Recommend, great food and lovely staff. They held the kitchen open as we were on our way to the restaurant when we realized they were closing in an hour. Location can throw you off, but Meritage I would recommend.

Sunday evening dinner for 6 seated outside. It was a COLD evening in April but the heat lamps were pumping and they offered us blankets so we were toasty!! Food was really good the staff was all super friendly and kind and patient!! I would definitely come back!!!

I have nothing to say about the food service or ambience I simply want to say this. The owner has a lot to learn about how to treat people who come to his restaurant.

We had not had dinner at Meritage in a long while, so when my wife suggested we go back, I was all-in. I'm glad to say nothing has changed, It remains excellent and my 2017 rave post on Yelp still holds....including the shout out for the wonderful Tony, who has been the heart and soul of Mertiage for decades....The food is great. The place was packed. and we will be back again. Next time much sooner!

My girlfriend just brought me take out from this place from a work event. Never thought take out could taste so good after being in the car for over an hour. The salmon was great, the chicken was juicy, the garlic kale was so good. Might have to make a trip up to Scarsdale for this place to give it a try in person!

I celebrated my birthday with my family here yesterday. I can't praise everyone enough for the kindness, attentiveness and attention to detail. Mary had taken my information on the phone and all was prepared when we arrived. Her greeting and treatment of us made my guests think we were special indeed despite my never having met her before. My husband is in a wheelchair and special attention was paid to where we were seated so that all were comfortable. The table, near the front window, was spacious and comfortable with wonderful lighting. The food was excellent as it always is. We had two of the special appetizers, the asparagus soup and the artichokes which were very good. For dessert, management provided a chocolate bread pudding with a candle which we proceeded to devour. Didn't have time to take a picture, because we ate it so fast. By prearrangement, the bill never came. Mary simply pressed the receipt into my hand as she handed me my take "home bag". My children were truly surprised by the seamless exchange. They had planned to treat 5 stars are inadequate for this restaurant.

If you like boxed pasta in an atmosphere of only locals complaining while a host acts like he's at a 5 star restaurant while simultaneously being rude, this is your spot. Been twice, food is meh, but the manager/host really sets the tone with a condescending attitude and zero effort. Locals only at this place, if they don't know you from town they won't even look at you

Love the meal here. Server is very attentive, food is good, menu is expansive and can accommodate different dietary requirements.

Way overpriced for the quality of food and service. Dirty plates all over the bar. Served cold pita bread with baked clams. Unprofessional needs a lot of work. Food sub par. Would not go back

Excellent with variety. Home cooking superb!! Lovely atmosphere with experienced and warm staff.

Just moved to the suburbs from Manhattan, and am so happy with this restaurant find! At the risk of sounding snobby, the quality of the food at Meritage is similar to what you'd find in Manhattan. I really enjoyed the beet salad and peach salad special that I had. Good complimentary bread, good wine. Didn't love the tagliatelle bolognese or bread pudding, but with both of these dishes - the food quality was good and I could see how others would like them - they just weren't for my specific tastes. My husband is really critical but he really enjoyed his gazpacho and chicken. Plenty of socially distanced outdoor seating. I'm sure we'll be back.

Excellent food, service is a little slow and not super friendly. They are a mainstay and I guess they don't fee; like they have to work at service.

Best. Apple. Pie. Ever. Galette. Whatevs. The foods also perfectly very good. Dark dining room. Located in a random strip mall.

Everything was delicious. From cocktails to appetizers, main dishes and desserts. For starters we had the special guacamole which was excellent and the roasted beets. The roasted beets were absolutely delicious. We also had the grilled shrimp appetizer with white beans.. also excellent . My husband had the pork chop and I had the fluke special. We did not leave a drop on food on the plate. We called very last minute and were able to get a reservation for the same evening however I don't think that this is typical for this restaurant. They warned us that our table would be by window ahead of time. The draft on my back was well worth the meal. We can't wait to go back. Excellent service as well..

I lost words for Meritage...found it while looking for an outdoor seating to take advantage of the remaining summer month this covid 19 season. We started with gazpacho and beet salad, both were wonderfully prepared. IMO, Meritage gave La Panatiere a run for their money when it comes to gazpacho. I never had a gazpacho in Westchester better than La Panatiere until now. It's creamier and flavorful, simply gazpacho made in heaven. Yum... As for entrees , the bolognese and linguini cauliflowers were delicious as well. I am looking forward to come back and this time I made sure to come no later than 6 pm otherwise the mosquitoes will feast on me

Last night was my first experience as a diner at Meritage & it was wonderful. We sat inside but, despite the gusty breeze, there were many dedicated diners eating outside. We were seated promptly (although I couldn't find a waiting area inside unless it was stashed away in the bar area). I started off with a Sauvignon Blanc which was so smooth & tasty that I wish I had drunk it more slowly; my boyfriend enjoyed his PInot Noir. We skipped starters & went straight to entrees & sides. We both ordered the Roasted Brussel Sprouts as we couldn't decide on another Side to share & they were out of this world. I would've licked the dish clean if I could have. I ordered the Chicken Paillard, he ordered the Tagliatelle. Both of us were constantly commenting throughout the dinner on how delicious our dishes were (I especially loved the roasted sweet potatoes & feta in my dish, he was surprised to have enjoyed the ricotta in his). We had to leave earlier than we wanted to as we had a pressing engagement but this was a setting that clearly encouraged slow fine dining with a positive vibe & solicitous service. Definitely a place to come back to ...

I wouldn't classify us as regulars but we have dined often at Meritage and other than a service hiccup a while back we have found it to be an enjoyable place to eat. Since the pandemic, we have always eaten outside where the tables are arranged in a row in front of the restaurant sheltered under a roof. Despite being directly next to the row of parked cars and tonight putting up with a full throated Ferrari which the owner felt he had to run for a few minutes before entering the restaurant, even after parking ,it isn't too bad. We arrived early so it was not busy and I enjoyed PEI mussels while my wife chose crispy artichokes. For mains I had the tagliatelle special with lobster which was delicious and my wife ordered the duck breast medium rare to rare which is what our server suggested which was not. The first time around the meat was definitely over cooked. There was no trace of pink anywhere. When our server asked how everything was going we confessed that the meat was over cooked and he offered to bring it back to the kitchen and try again. He returned in a very short time with another duck breast which was slightly less over cooked but definitely not right. I am not sure what the problem was but I am thinking that either the meat had been precooked or it wasn't fresh. The lemon tart was fine. So we had a nice evening but one entree was quite disappointing. We will be returning but probably order pasta or fish.

Food was excellent. Great service. I would definitely go again and try other delicious items on their menu.

This is Scarsdale's version of Cheers; where everybody knows your name (doo doo doo) and they're always glad you came. It is stalwart in its predictability. When dining at Meritage you will be accompanied by a fantastic musical soundtrack, receive attentive and personalized service, eat innovative and seasonally inspired food, and imbibe in a wide and well thought out variety of beverages. I personally love the Cava sparkling wine they offer and my husband appreciates that they often have Dogfish Head 60 Minute IPA (a perennial classic for serious beer drinkers). Their burger is not only an aesthetic masterpiece offered with two or three different cheese options (roquefort!), it is delectable. Their salmon (usually served over an iteration of salad) is amazing. Their fall salmon is prepared over kale, quinoa and grapes, the grapes being a welcome and perfectly ripe addition. Their desserts, two of which are the chocolate bread pudding and a chocolate torte are mouth watering, soul gratifying, and perfect for splitting between two people. The torte is served with a dollop of hearty homemade vanilla beam whipped cream. I could forever wax poetic about their menu items - I have sampled so many! But i won't for fear of writing a tome. Just know that anything on the menu is great; from salads, to pasta, to vegetable sides, to perfectly cooked steak and pork chops. I continue to come back, to whole-heartedly recommend, to sing the praises of this restaurant not only because of the food but because of the positive vibe, the experience, the service, the friendliness and the overall guarantee of a great night.

Love the ambiance at this gem in Scarsdale. This is our to-go spot for an evening drink or dinner. Can't go wrong with any item on the menu. Outdoor seating is a great plus. Would be nice to have heaters for the winters.

I've been coming here every week for dinner for the past few months and it's come to be one of my favorite restaurants in the area. The food is always consistent (Linguine with Cauliflower, bread pudding and dirty martinis *chefs kiss*) and the service is incredibly on point. There is always available parking and I know that I'm guaranteed to enjoy my meal coming here. The whole staff is incredibly COVID conscious and, even while dining outdoors in 17° weather with heaters, I have enjoyed my experience. Highly recommend!

Like the location friendly waiting staff the food was good the only thing is their full menu wasn't available including some of their most popular dishes which didn't make any sense I would definitely give him another try

This is a very popular restaurant and they have their regular clientele!! Although it looks like a hole in the wall from the outside, it is warm and inviting! The food was excellent. Our bar man Morgan was delightful.

Love this place I have been there atleast 2x a month since august and the specials are always good. And off the regular menu, I had the rigatoni and tagliatelle and both were delicious. Favorite dessert there is the bread pudding, so good. Also service is great, I definitely recommend this place.

Came here for a family birthday and had an absolutely wonderful meal! Had an early reservation since we brought our toddler. I wouldn't say toddlers are their target audience but they were incredibly accommodating. Food was fantastic. Had the veal parm entree and cauliflower side, both were delicious. Will definitely be back!

Disappointed with the experience, sloppy service, not fresh, menu says something kitchen makes something else and server has no clue what's going on.

Stuffy, overpriced, and full of itself. I'd rather go anywhere else in Westchester. The owner is also very rude and thinks he is God's gift to humanity.

This is becoming our favorite local place for a relaxing and delicious meal. Morgan makes an amazing, addictive Manhattan! Hands down, the best in town! Food is always phenomenal! If you love mussels, this is the place to get it-- so succulent and tasty! Got talked into getting their amazing chocolate pudding by another dinner at the bar. All 20k of our taste buds enjoyed it immensely ;-) . Highly recommend this place.

I've been to this establishment several times over the past three years. Every time I go, I cannot wait to return. The food is fresh and full of flavor. This time around I fell in love with the melon and feta cheese appetizer. And you can't beat half price bottles of wine on Wednesday's!

This is a very special place ,welcoming and cozy with delicious food. The owners and servers make you feel at home It is good for week night dinners or "date night" and they did a very nice job of creating safe outside seating.

Everything we ordered was delicious! We especially liked the veal chop and the halibut special. The service was great and we thoroughly enjoyed our dinner!

This is a rare place to come eat! Home style, home cooked, fabulous food and amazing bar! Still recommend Morgan (the bartender)who is an asset for this restaurant! Recommend it for a rainy cold evening or a hot summer one. Worth every penny you spend.

Skip this restaurant. Please save yourself. Awful service. Too many people to actually service. Owner came and half apologized that he just didn't have enough people working to run the restaurant tonight. He is having a Covid boon with 3x more tables and 1/3 the service. Waiter took order and that was the last we saw him. Until the check. No more drinks. No more water. No pepper. No ketchup. No apologies. Very average food. Service a complete "F" Save yourself. You want great Italian food? Go to Cafe Alaia on Garth Road or Osteria Scalini in Bronxville. Meritage is a Strip Center hot mess.

Meritage is a nice restaurant in a strip mall. I had eaten there before and been unimpressed, but just went back and had a very good meal. On Tuesday nights, there is no corkage fee, so a few friends and I went there for dinner, armed with some good wine. The room is simple, nothing much to say about. The owner is very involved with the diners. He was very nice about serving the wine. He and the waitress were as attentive about the wine as if we had ordered it from them. We went to the restaurant to drink wine, eat and catch up on things. The evening went at a leisurely pace, which is what we wanted. The food was really good. One of my favorite dishes on their menu is pappardelle with cinghiale. It's a really hearty dish and was excellent. The veal milanese was great, as was the duck breast and fish. Desserts were impressive- the chocolate bread pudding needs to be shared. The prices are on the expensive side, but not undeservedly. In the past I was put off by the plain space and was underwhelmed by the food. Meritage is worth considering if you are looking for a very good meal in Westchester. The only way to improve it significantly, and perhaps justify the price, would be to move it to a more charming location. They should take over the cursed site of the old Heathcote Tavern.

Disrespectful, Rude and Dishonest. I just finished eating here and am shocked by the treatment we received. Although the food was great, the service was disrespectful, rude and untruthful. We decided to eat outside since there were many heat lamps and the terrace was warm. However, soon after we ordered the food the wait staff came and turned off one of the heat lamps near the table. We soon became cold (the temp was 50 degrees) and we asked the owner to turn it back on. He refused and offered us blankets instead. We should have left, but we already ordered the food and it was a birthday celebration. We finished our meal and ordered an after dinner bourbon - shockingly the staff poured the wrong brand (we ordered a woodford reserve but were served makers mark). We asked the server who said he witnessed the bartender pouring it correctly. Did they actually think we would specify a specific brand and not know it's flavor. If that's not enough they then proceeded to turn off the last heat lamp near our table. Will never return.

Delicious rustic Italian food. Very convenient with amazing staff and waiters. Highly recommend

This place is delicious. The food is to die for and the staff is very friendly. Lots of place outside, option to get some duvet to make your chair even more comfortable. We will be back

How did I grow up 4 minutes away and never eat here!! A friend recommended Meritage and it was delicious!! Food was excellent, wine was delish, staff was so nice and accommodating. Ate outside in freezing cold and they surrounded us with heaters, gave hand warmers and clean blankets. Will be a regular here!!

Came here for my one year anniversary. It had a very nice atmosphere and awesome view Extremely nice server and never had to lift a finger to get more water. The food I have to say was better than average but not the best I have ever tasted. The corn soup appetizer was good. The entree short ribs was alright. For some reason the sauce did not compliment the meat too well. I asked for a surprise dessert with "happy annicersary" on it. It was very nice of them to bring it out but when it came out the words were very messy :/ Overall had a good time and a good place for a romantic time with your significant other. :)

My husband took me here for a belated birthday dinner. We were still able to sit outside and it was lovely. The service was great and they took every precaution during covid.

Better than ever. Outdoor dining, great menu, wonderful wait staff! The dinners are delicious and always fresh

Great place! The food is phenomenal (try the chicken parmigiana and the bread pudding), the service is very good and they have done a terrific job with Covid safety. The outdoor dining area is very nice.

I came here last night with my boyfriend and his grandmother. We wanted to try something new in her neighborhood. I'm glad we did! This spot was really good and fresh. All their vegetables mentioned were locally sourced. I love when restaurants try to be as healthy and organic as possible. Makes me happy to know a menu could be so seasonal. My boyfriend had the chicken liver bruschetta for appetizer. I had a mushroom soup that was on the specials for the day. For entree I had tagatelle pasta with broccoli rabe and olive oil. All their pasta was also homemade so thats a huge plus in my book! :) Our server was an older gentleman and he was really attentive. The location is in a strip mall. Its very easy to go over the main road and miss it if you are not looking for it or using GPS.