Southern "comfort" cooking is the specialty of these "kitschy" "country farmhouse"–inspired standbys where both the menus and the portions are "big"; the "cutesy", "small-town" decor earns mixed response, but all agree on the "rushed" service and low tabs.
This small, comfy restaurant lives up to its name with tables so close together, you're likely to make new friends. Indeed, the dining room pretty much feels like a breakfast nook, and the food tastes like your mom made it—provided she's a great cook. There are no frills, just solid cooking, friendly service, and a long line at peak times. At brunch don't miss the blackberry-cherry pancakes or...
Country kitchen serves up staples like meatloaf and fried chicken as well as crab cakes and salmon croquettes. New space nearby is blander than the old, but kitschy '50s charm still packs 'em in for weekend brunch. Homestyle goodness, but with an unfortunate dash of 'tude. Order the Hudson Valley omelette and finish with a slice of cherry pie.
Kitchette serves fantastic American food, just the sort of hearty breakfasts with eggs and homemade biscuits you might remember from your youth. At lunch and dinner enjoy everything from terrific turkey sandwiches to other fine fare, and do not omit a slice of pie—you would regret it!
Like a number of American places that expanded in recent years (think Bubby's or Shopsin's), we hope the fresh...