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Cookery - The Cookery, Dobbs Ferry, NY
Award-winning

The Cookery

4.8 (1759)
$30 and under
Italian
39 Chestnut St, Dobbs Ferry, NY 10522

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 26 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
The Cookery was founded by Chef David DiBari. Comfortably located in Dobbs Ferry, one of Westchester’s quaintest and most beautiful river towns, The Cookery has embraced the positive energy exchanged from its local patrons and uses it to fuel the quest for great food and ceaseless creativity. The neo-nostalgic Italian menu proves evident of Chef DiBari’s style of cooking, which is to progressively approach simplicity.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Gastro Pub
  • Hours of operation
    Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Brunch Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (914) 305-2336
  • Website
    http://thecookeryrestaurant.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    David DiBari
  • Catering
    Let The Cookery bring their culinary playground to help celebrate your catered event. Weddings,<br />Birthdays, bar mitzvahs, whatever. We have a range of options, including cocktail style, family style, wood fired events and our mobile pizza truck, DoughNation!
  • Private party facilities
    The Cookery offers our in-house pig dinner for groups of 6-10For special occasions, we also have buyout opportunities
  • Location
    39 Chestnut St, Dobbs Ferry, NY 10522
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2022
  • Neighborhood
    Dobbs Ferry
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Menu

The Cookery's menu was last updated on 9/16/2023.

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What 1,759 people are saying

The Cookery reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Cookery is renowned for its "exceptional" food, with dishes described as "unusual" and "delicious." Diners rave about the "friendly and professional" service and the "homey ambiance." Highlights include the "pork osso bucco," "duck liver cannoli," and "creative specials." However, it can be "noisy" during peak times, so consider visiting during quieter hours.
1,759 Reviews

  1. Rachelle

    New York City6 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Very mediocre meal. Ordered sausage and clam pasta dish. It was unique but nothing special. In addition, the temperature in the restaurant was uncomfortably hot (and it was t even hot outdoors). Overall “meh.”

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  2. Berta

    New York State1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a lovely intimate birthday dinner for my son Christopher. He loves pasta and was over the moon with what he ordered. The one with the lemon flavor to it. Appetizers were delicious too ! I recently had tried the brunch here and it was amazing as well . Definitely going back and bringing friends.!

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  3. Linda VIP

    New York City12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    As usual Chef DiBari’s cooking was exceptional and I was thrilled with an item I had never tried before, Veal Cheeks. This item is something not to be missed

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  4. Michael

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing bread service. Amazing pasta. Amazing desert. Would highly recommend.

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  5. David

    New York City5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 26, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Fabulous food and unusual dishes! Reasonable prices.

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  6. barry VIP

    New York State90 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Among the loudest restaurants I've ever experienced. And some friends of the chef were served much quicker than we were. But the food is so good that I'll keep coming back, maybe at a less busy time.

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  7. Paul

    New York State1 review

    3.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The food at The Cookery was oustanding. I had a kale salad and branzino. We went on a Saturday night and the noise level was horrific. I and my friend are elderly and, at first, we tried yelling at each other over the din. Finally, we sat there and did not try to talk. I would go to this restaurant on a weekday night. The service was slow, but that is understandable since every seat in the restaurant was filled. My advice, at least for someone who wants a quiet evening, avoid the weekend at this restaurant that has wonderful food.

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  8. Kristina

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As usual, everything - food, drinks, hospitality - was spot-on! Still dreaming about the rigatoni this morning!! Book it!

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  9. marc VIP

    New York City12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It is always a very enjoyable experience eating at The Cookery. There are always daily special dishes. The food is exceptional every, single time! We think it's the best restaurant in the area.

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  10. Matthew

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was almost as good as the service. Every employee is great at their job. I can’t wait to go back!

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The Cookery is rated 4.8 stars by 1759 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 26 times today
Google Map for The Cookery

39 Chestnut St, Dobbs Ferry, NY 10522

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2022
  • Neighborhood
    Dobbs Ferry
  • Hours of operation
    Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Brunch Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Gastro Pub
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    David DiBari
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wine
  • Website
    http://thecookeryrestaurant.com/
  • Phone number
    (914) 305-2336
  • Catering
    Let The Cookery bring their culinary playground to help celebrate your catered event. Weddings,<br />Birthdays, bar mitzvahs, whatever. We have a range of options, including cocktail style, family style, wood fired events and our mobile pizza truck, DoughNation!
  • Private party facilities
    The Cookery offers our in-house pig dinner for groups of 6-10For special occasions, we also have buyout opportunities
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