Restaurant Matilda - Hensonville (NY)

5 /5 C: Every time I’m back in the States! even if it’s just a flying visit I always make sure I stop at Matilda. It’s become one of those places that feels like a little ritual for me. No matter how quick the trip is, I can’t imagine being nearby and not going. Matilda has this beautiful, cosy-yet-modern atmosphere that makes you feel at home the moment you walk in. The owner has really created something special here warm, welcoming, and full of character, without ever feeling pretentious. It’s the kind of place where you instantly relax. The food is always exceptional. Some of their signature dishes are honestly unforgettable like the wood-grilled oysters with bone marrow (sounds unusual, tastes incredible) and their crispy little dauphine potatoes that I could happily eat a whole bowl of. Everything is seasonal, thoughtful, and so beautifully put together. You can tell there’s real passion behind every plate. Whether I’m going for a proper dinner or just sharing a few dishes with friends, it’s always the highlight of my trip. Matilda never disappoints. If you’re anywhere in Upstate New York, you have to try it, it’s one of those places you fall in love with and keep coming back to.

5 /5 Roshni Jewbali: Restaurant Mathilda is the best restaurant in the Catskills. The food is excellent and thoughtfully prepared. The service is perfect, and the waiting staff are warm, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. The ambiance is calm and lovely, making it a place where you want to relax and take your time. It’s not just about the food, but about the whole experience. My favorite restaurant in the Catskills!!

5 /5 Kanak Nagee: 10/10 food. If you thought salad was an appetizer you’d be right, but the cashew salad here was a MOMENT and mind blowing. My main trout was cooked to buttery perfection and then I had a chocolate mousse for dessert that had textures I’ve never tasted anywhere else. The cocktails are also whimsical and fun. Great selection of wines as well. Incredibly thoughtful menu and chefs who cook with great care. The waitstaff are also so kind and made sure I was well taken care of. Happy eating.

5 /5 Natalia Bilash: Creative and delicious menu in a beautifully decorated interior makes this a dining experience you wont soon forget. The dishes are made to be shareable and you cant go wrong with anything you order. The taste is just amazing! The sourdough bread and butter is a great way to start your meal - warm and inviting. We had the dauphine potatoes as well as the lentil dish with chanterelles, and the huge garden salad in a light lemony almond vinaigrette. Our waitress Amanda told us their herbs are grown in the garden, and you could really taste the freshness of the ingredients. The Amish chicken is the best chicken dish Ive ever eaten - so moist and juicy. We finished our meal with the chocolate mousse and lemon tart and cant wait to return. Creative cocktail menu and extensive wine selection, both by the glass and bottle. Very attentive wait staff and plenty of parking. Reservations recommended.

5 /5 jennifer post: Came here to celebrate with family and friends and was very impressed with the food and the ambience! The food was perfectly prepared and the servings weren’t too small nor overwhelming. We ended up ordering a bunch of stuff for the table and sharing for variety. They offered me non alcoholic wine that they made being that I’m pregnant- which was a very nice gesture. The desserts were so good!!!! Particularly the chocolate moose with all of its mixed textures! We enjoyed checking out the gardens afterwards. 10/10- will be back!