I have to say that I'm a bit disappointed that they can't accommodate special dietary needs with their wine pairing meal. I understand needing advanced notice, but even when I called weeks in advance, they said they can't make changes in the menu and I'd need to order from the 5 course menu. Which is fine, but very disappointing. We love the wine pairing meal and they made dietary accommodations for me once, but they won't do it again. Such a shame. I don't always have the appetite for a whole 5 course meal but I certainly would love to go for the wine pairing meal more frequently. I hope they realize that the hallmark of great service is flexibility. Not everyone is the same. We would visit more frequently if only you were a bit more flexible with the menu! read more

Having stayed at Glenmere this past weekend and witnessed the behavior of Jason G, Julie S, and company, I must comment. These people were perfectly horrible. We had the misfortune of sitting at the table next to them each night of their stay. They were unfriendly, excessively demanding, and generally nasty to every employee we saw them encounter. All main courses were sent back as unacceptable. One evening when the owner came over to chat with them about the food they would not even permit him to answer their myriad nasty questions about the food and in fact one of the men threatened him to 'stop interrupting my wife', when all Alan was attempting to do was respond. These people didn't want answers - they simply wanted to be unpleasant and were determined to be miserable no matter what. It was so ridiculous that when the owner came back to the dining room after these cretins left, he was greeted with a standing ovation from the diners who remained. He acted entirely properly at every turn. I too have stayed at Relais and Chateau properties worldwide. Glenmere is an excellent venue. I have however never seen more entitled, snobby and spoiled guests at any place at which we have stayed. These six people give the Manhattan area a bad name with their disgraceful behavior. Obnoxious. They should not return to Glenmere or anywhere else where people exepct to be treated with respect. read more

Take a break from the digital age to enjoy a more gilded one. Owners Alan and Daniel have truly "painted the lily." Taking an early 1900s Tuscan villa through a full restoration. And then driving it even further, into perfection. The result is a robber baron resort, where you can eat and imbibe like a turn-of-the-20th-Century millionaire. Enjoy the "vertically integrated" pre-fixe menu in the Supper Room, where you will have one of the best dining experiences of your life. The immaculate setting, highly dedicated service and superb cuisine will make you feel like your last name was Mellon, Carnegie or Rockefeller. No need to worry about a "financial panic." Despite some Yelp grumblings of "class envy," the prices are exceedingly reasonable for the immense value provided. Of course, to dine in high society one must be willing to pay high society prices. But even non-Robber Barons may apply. read more

I can see the reviews of this place are highly polarized. My review is from a dinner with my family during one of the Thursday night wine series dinners. It was my father's birthday and we wanted to try someplace special. Service and ambieance were impecable, the manion is beautiful. My mother has an allergy to onions and we'd mentioned that when making our reservation. Not only were the staff aware of this when we arrived, but they'd already made special provisions for my mother. They made her a seperate amuse bouche and were ready to provide for her what they could or could not alter from the menu, and they made excellent accomodations for her. It was Spanish wine night and the wines and the food were wonderful. Sure portions of each meal were small, but with so many courses included and a FULL glass of wine with each course we were FULL by the end of the dinner. We had a wonderful time, and definetely felt that we got our money's worth. read more

Fabulous! What an experience to feel as if one has been transported to Tuscany without the plane trip! Excellent accommodations, food & service. World class & unforgettable!" read more

We just love it. Food outstanding, rooms just fabulous, service top notch. We will come back many more times. read more

Heaven in the Hudson Valley! Glenmere is a transporting experience, ushering guests into another era in which gracious civility reigned, in which hospitality was dispensed as a matter of effortless course and a day spent in the pursuit of doing nothing - other than savoring fine food and drink further enhanced by convivial conversation - could be considered one very well spent. Clearly a labor of love by the delightful owners, who reportedly spent years and millions to fashion the hotel from an abandoned early 20th century mansion, it is one of the most sumptuous hostelries I have ever seen. Even as a member of Relais & Chateaux, the global association of exclusive and exquisite properties, Glenmere stands out. Yet there is nothing stuffy nor stiflingly pretentious about it. Rather, this is a place where guests gather for early morning, pre-breakfast coffee in a light drenched living are overlooking the mansion's focal point center courtyard... Usually comparing notes about the previous evening's Epicurean delights savored in either the hotel's lovely formal dining room or cozy tavern. Yes, two dining options in an 18-room hotel! Unheard of! And so different on the culinary and ambiance fronts, helping make Glenmere a retreat from which most guests feel no compulsion to venture forth, until they - regretfully - check out. When the spa opens (the fall of 2011 being the latest target) there will be even less incentive to leave Glenmere's pampering embrace. read more

From the moment we pulled up to the entrance gates to the after dinner stroll around the terrace, it was nothing more than one pleasant surprise after another. The mansion itself is probably the best restoration project I've ever seen and I am in the restoration industry. The formal service staff managed to make you feel important yet comfortable. They were friendly when engaged and I was pleased to see they were our neighbors from Orange County. Seven staff members attended us before I even had our first sip of wine; security, valet, doorman, hostess, maitre d, sommaliar, and waiter. The food is probably the weakest link of the evening but that's not because of the taste. The food was delicious and on a scale of 1-10 I would give it a 9. It was because of the portions. I go through 3,000 calories a day and I need my 1/2 pound of pasta. I had the lobster ravioli appetizer, salmon medallions entree, and raspberry bread pudding for dessert. Each course was better than the other. All obviously prepared by a top notch chef. After dinner my wife and I walked around the terrace and gardens peaking into different rooms all beautifully restored and decorated. Make no mistake about it, this is a fine dining experience, so be sure to bring a jacket. Your date won't have to worry about over dressing. This doesn't mean it's a pretentious atmosphere, it just means it's a special place. I would definitely recommend this restaurant for an anniversary dinner or any other occasion you want to remember for a lifetime. The food is comparable to fine Manhattan restaurants but the service, mansion, and views blow Manhattan out of the water. o S read more

Lunched here on a beautiful fall day. Views to die for. Spectacular hotel executed with incredible taste. Unfortunately the food was over priced and over cooked. The waitress was pleasant but flummoxed. Go for the views not the food. read more

Unique experience always, wine pairings consistently fabulous. Elegant dining in a space that is second to none

Went to dinner here with another couple. The property is amazing. The staff was perfect. DId not have a single problem. The food was excellent. As you enter the gate, there is a gateman with his trusty attack Golden Poodle. The night was off to a great start already! He must have called up to the main house, because as we arrived the polite young valet took the car, and the hostess was outside waiting to welcome us in. "Good evening Mr. Weber! Your guests have just arrived and are in the pub waiting for you". We ate in the Frog's End Room. The service was very friendly and professional. I ordered Charcuterie and a Pate Sampler which came quickly, all of it excellent. The pate was a standout. I ordered the Market Fish and everyone else had Salmon. All delicious. The very high quality of the ingredients was evident. Desert was delicious. After dinner we chatted with the friendly hostess for awhile and walked around the grounds. We all agreed it was a perfect evening and all wanted to live there permanently! It wasn't cheap, but it was a great night. I don't have a single complaint. 5 stars from me. Most restaurants could learn something from Glenmere -- that is, if you make your guests feel special and feel at home, they will have a great experience and want to return as soon as possible. read more

This spa was unbelievable - cannot wait to go back! My mother had surprised me with a massage for and on my actual birthday and boy, what an amazing treat and time! We have been lucky enough to visit many fascinating spas around the world, but little did we know, there was a gem right in our backyard! The locker room is small, yet perfect - there is no need for it to be any bigger. The treatment rooms were absolutely gorgeous and I loved that they had their own private washrooms inside! Additionally, we absolutely enjoyed the common room and had the chance to relax with refreshing water, tea, and even ordered some tapas for lunch. The customer service was top-notch and my massage therapist was so sweet, giving me a free "mini facial" after my massage since it was my birthday. Since going, my mother and I have made it a pact to go back at the change of every season and I cannot wait to go back! read more

Wow!! This place is a true gem and I feel so lucky to live close enough to revisit often. Hands down best dining experience I've had in HV. Service is amazing, can't say enough about the attention to detail and thoughtfulness of staff, impeccably trained. Great cocktails by fireplace and the formal dining room is stunning. Amazingly delicious breads and the amuse duo from chef was outstanding. Starter and mains were very skillful, clean and precise, deserts were amazing. Both chef and pastry chef are extremely talented. Three course menu for two with modest bottle of wine will set you back $300-$400 but well worth it for splurge. I can't wait to go back in Spring when snow melts and also try brunch many times. Thank you Glenmere for making this past Saturday so amazing! read more

My husband called Glenmere Mansion today to make reservations for a family celebration on Sunday morning. The woman on the phone asked how many adults. When my husband clarified that we were a family of seven, she told him they were very strict about their age restrictions. My husband told her that our youngest is 13 years old. The other ages are 16, 18, 21 and 23. She basically told him that she would ask management if our family was allowed to make reservations, and she would call him back. Don't bother calling us back. You're good Glenmere, but you're not that good. We aren't coming.....ever. Like · · Promote · Share Ann Mahony Cook, Kristin Rowe Klugman, Kim Cramer and 34 others like this. Janice Erickson Mehalick That's crazy...I hope you spend your dollars elsewhere!!! 20 hours ago · Like Liese Groeger Boese Oh, we are!!! 20 hours ago · Like Cindy-Mike Giesser-Faber Wtf??? What kind of business does that? 20 hours ago · Unlike · 1 Maria Lucera Phillips their loss!! 20 hours ago · Like Joelyn Tillson Kitzmiller Seriously? 13 is "too young"? I wouldn't either, Liese. That's ridiculous! 20 hours ago · Like Nancy Schlegel Wow...now that just makes me want to walk into their dining room with a few dozen sleep deprived, snotty-nosed toddlers!! Who do they think they are?? 20 hours ago · Like · 3 Dina Gomez Pütz Crazy! 20 hours ago · Like Lela Janine Shaneberger How silly to turn away business! 20 hours ago · Like Marilyn Boughton Burdick Yes we use to get that too. Walk in with eight. Did you make reservations? No I feed these every night and I need a night off!!! 19 hours ago · Like Paula De Freese Omg , is Anna 13. ?? Boy time flies. Miss you all. 19 hours ago · Like Katie Perrine Deckenbach I can understand a 3 year old but 13??? That's just silly. And I am the wife of an Executive Chef who has seen many different venues over the years. 19 hours ago · Like Christine Callaghan Nicholson Ridic. Completely. And exactly why is that acceptable? 19 hours ago · Like Darlene Bartley wow that is crazy....they just lost out..... 19 hours ago · Like Christina Friscia-Hale I don't think I have ever heard of such a thing. I really wonder if the person who owns the place knows how this person treated you. If I was the owner I would fire that person. 19 hours ago · Like Sherry Blazier Mckinnon their loss 18 hours ago · Like Mary Strongreen Kopec Their loss for sure 18 hours ago · Like Maryellen Henkler Big-family discrimination! 18 hours ago · Like · 1 Robin Parsons Lewis U should send them a nasty gram!...on behalf of all of who have children! 10 hours ago · Like Jennifer Zingg Davis What is with people?? Geeesh. 10 hours ago · Like Alison Fitzpatrick Roper I say go to Wards Bridge in the afternoon! LOL.... 9 hours ago · Like Shirley Pestana Wow! That's ridiculous!! 9 hours ago · Like Luanne Costa Meade Crazy!!!! 9 hours ago · Like Larry King What is glen mere mansion? 8 hours ago · Like Rick Walter I would make the reservation, then be a no show. That's BS. I guess they must think their all that. There's got to be better places with better people 8 hours ago · Like Bette Lewis Knight Unbelievable! There are no words for the lack of respect for family. 8 hours ago · Like Karen Friedrichs-Gandet respect and customer service are key...thanks for sharing! 6 hours ago · Like Kim Cramer This is sad! We get hassled to when we show up with our family of 6 too! It's normal to eat with your own family! And 6 is not a huge number. I think you are right to protest, Liese. It is big family discrimination, as your friend said. But also age discrimination:-( 5 hours ago · Like Carol Ann Dalessandro King unbelievable there are so many places that would welcome you and your family they could not have a nicer family there its there lose 4 hours ago · Like Marla Borst-Benson Seriously? Don't know where it is and since we travel in a pack clearly never will. 4 hours ago · Like Mark Ligos Seems like a solid business model: Piss of people who want to spend quite a bit of money at your establishment. I'm pretty sure that's how Morton's Steaks made it to the top. 22 minutes ago · Like read more

My wife and I live nearby and have never stayed at Glenmere Mansion, but we have dined at both restaurants and also enjoyed their Sunday brunch on several occasions, most recently this past weekend. While we have always loved Glenmere for its elegance and attention to detail, I'm sorry to report that we were underwhelmed on our last visit. While the experience was still very pleasant, at these prices we expect perfection, and it just wasn't there as it had been in the past. The Mansion's best dessert, the coconut cake, is off the menu, and my wife's favorite dessert (Mrs. Astor's Sundae) was not up to par, substituting blondie bites for toffee pieces and an inferior quality ice cream for what we had been served on prior visits. The wild mushroom crepes my wife ordered were also sub-par, bland and filled with a pasty conglomeration instead of sliced fresh mushrooms; she left most of her meal on the plate and shared my Lobster Benedict. Our final peeve was paying $5.00 for coffee for one, on top of the $60.00 per person prix fixe brunch price. It seems to us that coffee and tea should be part of any brunch, and it felt like nickel-and-diming in a venue that should be anything but! We'll try Glenmere again at some point down the road, but were frankly disappointed this time. read more

Gorgeous place! Food and setting magnificent! Service was top notch and considerate. Would highly recommend. Staff very attentive and friendly. We went on a Thursday evening and took advantage of the wine dinner fixed price menu - best meal at such a fair price - ambiance is spectacular - a jewel of a place! read more

We went the the Glenmere Inn based on a recommendation from Departures Magazine by American Express. HUGE fan! We stayed one night and ate at the restaurant for Dinner and Breakfast. The rooms are AMAZING!!!! If you need a night away from NYC to relax and rest in a beautiful location this is it. There is a beautiful pool, beautiful grounds, great cozy bar. The rooms are spectacular. We loved ALAN. We went as a group of 10. He took such good care of us. We were a little nervous given his previous reviews on Yelp but we experience none of that. Defnitely check it out. Well worth the price. read more

As I come up the gently winding half-mile driveway, my first impression is that it looks nice from the front. I wonder if it will be... Oh My God. This 18 rooms and suites, Relais & Chateaux, Tuscan villa style boutique hotel is GORGEOUS. Yowsa wow, cannot-believe-how-stunning-it-is. The entry hall is magnificient. What a first impression! Justin opened the door and greeted me, taking my suitcases and asking if he could get me something to drink. I wanted a tour of the house before settling into my bedroom, and he willingly complied. The living room is a spectacular space with its magnificent crown moldings, casing and trims, enormous exotic fresh flower arrangements, a grand piano and various intimate seating areas. The library with its warm colors, fireplace, crystal drinks tray and built-in bookshelves filled with interesting titles just invites you to come in and sit in one of the very comfortable sofas or chairs and read. Every single room in this house is comfortable. It's heavenly, the attention to detail that the owners paid. The specially made potpourri they have everywhere smells good. And it's pretty too. Every single thing is this house is just... stellar. I think the fragrance is called 'whispering pines'. Mhmmm, delicious. The view from my bedroom window in the Princess Suite with the lake in the background.was wonderful, as was the bedroom itself. I'm used to high end luxury, and still, I'm very impressed by how magnificent this all is. The formal italian gardens are exqusite, too. There is a covered loggia on the side where you can dine outside. Perfect for when the weather is nice in late spring or the summer or early fall. The breakfast, Sunday Brunch and weekend dining room also has sets of tall french doors looking out towards the lake. I love their elegantly set tables with the Villeroy & Bach 'marlene pattern' china, Fortessa flatware and Schott Zweisel crystal glasses from Germany. There is also another formal dining room for private parties. Utterly gorgeous with built-in china cabinets filled with treasures. I ate in the tap room for an early dinner, which is very pretty but more informal, if anything here can be considered informal. It has a striking, lit-from-behind, marble wall inset at the center of the bar. That same beautiful golden-brown onyx is used on the tabletops. The bartender made me an excellent Virgin Bloody Mary to drink with fresh horseradish and 3 big olives. I've been on a pasta binge for the last few days, so Chef made me spaghetti with fall vegetables in a lemon-butter-chive sauce. Yummy. Thank you, Chef:) The swimming pool and spa, looks awesome at night. There is a fountain that sprays water in arcs over both sides of the pool, and the colors change every few minutes, shifting from green to aqua to blue to purple. There are tennis courts, and there will be full service spa open late next spring. Back in the house, A magnificent stone staircase that leads to the bedrooms. There is an exquisite antique table at the top with the fresh orchids on it, and flanked by those two pretty lamps and stunning side chairs. The walls upstairs are upholstered with the most beautiful creamy-light- honey colored fabric, which serves the dual purpose of keeping everything very quiet in the hallways as it is sound absorbent. The owners have thought of everything! Another gracious touch is the the upstairs bar area, where there is hot coffeee and tea in the morning, and snacks and fresh fruit and sodas in the afternoon. Finally, I go back to my bedroom and bathroom - the Princess Suite.. I have to wash my hand and face and brush my teeth. The soap and generously sized 5.07 ounce limited edition 'albi frgarance - laura-tonatto' bath products from Italy smelled divine. The towels are thick and VERY soft. As are the large bathrobes. Love the mirror. And the steam/rain shower where the water presure is very good. The heated floors are very nice underfoot. I think I've turned into Cinderella and there is no midnight. This B&B redefines 'sublime'. The bed is very comfortable. I love watching DVD's on the flat screen, or having the fire turn on and off with a switch of the remote. The house is soundproofed so well, I hear no noise at all, and sleep very well indeed. In short, service was very good, the house is stunning, the food is good, the view/ambiance of the beautiful gardens and surrounding lawns of the house is a serene treat to be relished, amenities are lavish, and guest comfort is evident in every well-planned and thought out detail. It would be a great place to get married. The price is worth it. I can't wait to return, and I suspect by the time that the New York Times writes them up (they have already been in Architectural Digest in May 2010) and New Yorkers find out about Glenmere in the lower Hudson Valley, a mere hour and 15 minutes drive from the George Washington Bridge, that it will be difficult to get a reservation on the weekends. read more

As mentioned by other reviewers, the atmosphere and setting are beautiful, and the property is truly stunning. The food, however, is mediocre. It is not noteworthy in any way. You go for the ambiance. However, the restaurant does not cater to non-overnight guests. I planned a champagne brunch here for 10 people. First I was told that I could not be in the main dining room which is understandable as the main dining room does not cater to groups of more than 6. Upon arrival and for my 3 hours there, both rooms were void of any diners. However, we were not only still in the "other room" but we were also seated on the side away from the large window overlooking the lake and we had no view. As this was a champagne brunch, we asked our waiter to pour the champagne for a toast, to which he replied that it was protocol that we had to order our food first. Where does one go where one has to order food before having a drink? I called the owner/manager, Alan, the next day. He was pompous and anything but apologetic. I had a wine tasting dinner for 8 scheduled for the holidays which I have canceled. They do not deserve mine - or anyones - money. read more

Have been there several times. Each time the service and food has been going down. We were there in November and then again in December - (guests from out of town) and we were really disappointed. The staff was rude and the service was even worse. We have heard that they are again changing Chefs..wonder if it has anything to do with the way they treat their guests! (One of the inn keepers was yelling at the staff in front of guests! Great Job! read more

Spectacular in every way. The grounds, exterior and interior are absolutely gorgeous. On par with the finest hotel/ restaurants in the world. The service was warm, welcoming and attentive. All courses were thoughtfully prepared with fresh ingredients, light and flavorful with imaginative presentation. Orange county is fortunate to have such a wonderful destination. Expect to pay for high quality and attention to detail. read more

Very rude and pretentious place. The food mediocre at best been there 1 time before. Never go there with a teen ager you will not be able to dine, even with reservations. Somehow I don't remember anyone asking age of guests when I made the reservations yet when we arrived after a 30 minute drive we were told we could not dine there..under 18 not allowed ...in a rude manner. Bye the way there were only 2 people dining in the restaurant. It was empty and for good reason. This restaurant is clearly NOT fine dining or service.....I know I have dined in the finest restaurants throughout the world....... read more

Surprised at the elegance! Wonderful 50th anniversary brunch celebrated this weekend, just brunch. Service was impeccable. Servings were more than adequate. Food was outstanding. Would have loved to come and stay but the same woman that the honey moon review couple dealt with ( my guess) really put us off on the way out, when we asked to see the rest of the hotel, pool, spa etc. Her attitude was similar to when you go into a high dollar store and the people think you are not worthy of being there. It was a plain out nasty response. We were dismissed. We were dressed appropriately very nice, no missing teeth and proper English. I'm hoping that someone reads this review and pulls her off the front desk. My sisters and myself where thinking of a ladies weekend away. read more

Sorry Jacob B. It sounds like you had a bad experience. I don't think your time there is representative of the quality of this incredible place. I have eaten in the tavern on several ocassions. It was wonderful every time. The food, service and nice looking customers combined to make for a perfect lunch each time. I plan on trying the brunch and dinner soon. I inquired about some of the services there and the staff could not possibly be nicer or more professional. As a local, I am ever so grateful that someone would take the risk of creating such a special place. With the hoops local politicians make new businesses jump through, I am shocked anyone would bother opening a business in this area. This one adds to the quality of life and in my own little part of the country! I can only say thanks to the team that brought this old place back to life. I sometimes drive by just to look at it. Michael K. Sugar Loaf, NY read more

Horrible experience courtesy of the owner. Not only horrible food but to make things worse the owner acted like there was something wrong with our group. Do not ever stay here unless you want to be abused as well intensioned customers. read more

We were there when the business first opened its doors and had the "experience" of having to listen, over our dinner, to one of the co-owners complain to us about the local environmental people giving him a hard time as he refurbished the property. "Silly locals" was his attitude. I noticed on the way out that the intimate bar area was called the "Frog's End", a final insult to anyone socially responsible enough and "upstate" enough (the owners don't seem to like locals, either) to challenge them. Having said that, the place is lovely, the food is good (not great and NOT worth the prices charged) and the service when we were there for dinner was also good. Yes, there are now snarky guards circling the property as you drive up, making a prospective customer feel like they are trying to break into the White House. The owners seem not to know how to run a business like this. Maybe they know how to decorate an old building, but they are lacking in the grace and the kind of elegance they try to exude. read more

I recently had my mothers 75th surprise birthday party at Glenmere and would like to share my review. The food was deplorable and the event staff was unaccommodating. If you should choose to have an event here think again. I had asked the chef to collaborate on some food choice that my mother would enjoy for her ladies luncheon. Lets just say he was insulted and unaccommodating. He prepared a dry chicken breast drenched in (I'm sure the breakfast leftover) hollandaise sauce (disgusting). As for the salmon it was riddled with complaints from our guests. The event staff had said one thing only days prior to the event say that they were unable to accommodate. The butler Charles was the best thing at this place. The event was expensive and don't get me wrong the views and decor are beautiful but that is were your wonderful experience stops! The amount of money that I wasted here would have been better served at the local catering hall. Our guests summed it up perfectly "I had always wanted to come to Glenmere but now that I have I will never be back!". read more

From the moment we parked our car, we were catered to completely. The help was overly accommodating for the prix fixe dinner in the Supper Room. This was my second visit to Glenmere, and I was incredibly impressed. All the food was excellent, from the first course to the main course to the dessert. I am so glad that I didn't discount this place due to other negative reviews on Yelp... it's definitely going to be our new "special dinner" place! I would highly recommend it! Can't wait for the spa to open!! read more

This is our second time at this wonderful establishment. The service and the food was outstanding. The room we stayed in no. 4 was well appointed and very comfortable. The grounds are beautiful and the staff is incredibly helpful and accommodating. We had th prix fixe dinner with wine pairing and it was delightful. read more

Went for Easter Brunch and was again wowed by the whole dining experience;from the beautiful setting and elegant decor, to the presentation and quality of all the dishes. This is truly is the spot for a special occasion. Pricey,but the service and quality of food is incomparable in this area. I LOVE THIS PLACE!!!! Most definitely will be back. read more

Friends took my husband and me to Glenmere. What a wonderful surprise! The place is so magical and unexpected --a Newport-style house in the middle of farm land. The gardens and decor are just exquisite, as is the food. Had the best halibut I have ever had in my life--poached with olive oil. The smoked trout appetizer was delicate and melted in your mouth. My husband had wonderful lamb and was very pleased with the wine selection. Seems the chef tries to use local produce almost entirely and the food is very fresh in terms of quality and preparation. Was a bit shocked by previous negative reviews. We had a thoroughly delightful experience.u read more

Unlike some of these reviews, I found the portions appropriately sized and the entree's well executed. Great place for a special evening out. Especially nice to retire to the terrace after dinner on a warm summer night. read more

My husband & I got dressed up and took a ride up for the 8:15 seating in the Supper Room on Saturday night (Valentine's/Anniversary celebration). The service was pleasant, friendly, and perfectly attentive throughout, from a pre-dinner drink in the lounge through dessert. The atmosphere was lovely, quiet and formal. The high point was my main course of Roast Duck with Sour Cherry Sauce and Sweet Potato Puree - All cooked perfectly, with beautiful flavors. The low point, and it wasn't very low, was my husband's Bass - It was also perfectly cooked, but rather bland. The wine list was extensive - we had a lovely Prosecco before dinner, an unusually-flavored but good Albarino throughout (the only one on the list), and the sommelier paired two wines with dessert for us. The price was quite reasonable for the high quality of service and cuisine. I definitely recommend for any special occasion. read more

Love love love eating in the bar or the courtyard ! The atmosphere is amazing and so is the food and service! A must !!!!!

Living nearby, I've eaten at Glenmere several times and this recent experience was a great disappointment. There were three of us for a birthday celebration and our reservations were for the dinner room. To start off when we arrived we were told our table wasn't ready (there was one other couple in the dinner room) and asked to wait in one of the other rooms until our table was ready. We sat and the server suggested champagne while we waited, we agreed. After 20 minutes I went to find out if our table was ready or perhaps they were still waiting for the paint to dry. We moved to the dining room. We ordered oysters as a starter. When the wait staff took our entree order she tried to push an appetizer and we refused saying the oysters were enough. She said the oysters were not considered as an appetizer and we needed to order one. We pushed back and I said OK I'll take the melon and ham appetizer as my dessert, just to move her past the ordering stage. Two of us ordered halibut. Cut to the chase...the halibut was overcooked, the melon and ham consisted of a ribbon of ham wrapped around a ribbon (singular) of melon and a melon sorbet. She charged back into the fore with suggestions for dessert, we resisted. The entire bill came to....are you ready for this? $875 for 3 people. The champagne was $30 a glass!!!. I've been scorched before in the dinner room. Prefer the Frog's End. Too bad. Very low value for the experience. Ditto the Spa by the way. read more

I hoped to celebrate a special occasion with my family by dining in the Glenmere Mansion Restaurant. We ate in the China Room. The surroundings are beautiful and the building is spectacular. The staff was pleasant and efficient. Unfortunately, I cannot say the same about the food. The mushroom lasagne was inedible. The accompanying side of asparagus was gritty as if it had not been thoroughly washed. The Salmon was slightly fishy tasting and the beef loin was overcooked. I left feeling very disappointed and hungry. read more

Last night I visited the Glenmier Mansion for what I thought would be a lovely evening with my husband and parents, unfortunately, the only redeeming qualities of our evening were the grounds and the waitstaff. We had dinner in the China Room, the menu consisted of 2 prix fixe options, we all chose the 3 course meal for $85. The first course I ordered was strawberries with chèvre, it was fine, but nothing special. The real letdown of the evening was my entree, the mushroom lasagna. When the dish came out, I was already apprehensive because it didn't look like lasagna at all. It consisted of blocks of a dry looking cheese with 3 flat noodles in between and was surrounded by asparagus. I quickly realized I could not stomach the lasagna, which had an overpowering amount of mushrooms and not much else. I decided to just eat the asparagus, my first bite tasted like sand. I tried another asparagus thinking it was just a bad bite and had the same experience. My mother who had ordered the same dish admitted her asparagus had the same problem. I am not sure if it was lack of cleaning, or what, but it was horrible. I will never be back to the Glenmier and I can't believe my parents spent so much money on a dinner you could not pay me to eat again, it was extremely disappointing. read more

A friend of the family had a great dining experience so my boyfriend and I made reservations for a Friday night. I then checked the internet for reviews and the majority of them were bad, but we were still going to try it out. I had an awful week at work and was looking forward to a nice, relaxing dinner. The drive up to the mansion was beautiful!! Trees and farmland, it was very relaxing. We entered the gates and started up the hill - there was a man in a jeep half way up who asked our names, confirmed we had reservations and directed us towards the restaurant - apparently there was a private party on the other side of the estate. The building was beautiful and there were 2 valet parking attendants. We were seated in the Frogs End tavern, a small bar area, I think there were about 8 tables total, only one of them occupied when we arrived. The ambiance very interesting - onyx table tops and what I believe was horse hair on the chairs. The waitress was relatively friendly at first, but that changed when I told her my martini had too much vermouth and could I have a Grey Goose straight up instead - she gave me a dirty look and seemed personally offended. We ordered appetizers and entrees - less than 5 minutes later the food runner brought us plates. We realized they weren't our dishes and called the waitress over to tell her (they belonged to the only other table seated in the room). My boyfriend tried to joke with her, "oh that kooky waitress sent us the wrong food", and she once again gave a dirty look and seemed personally offended. Appetizers and entrees came and they were delicious. I had a tomato salad and the lamb; both were very tasty and manageable portion sizes. My BF didn't like the Caesar salad dressing so much, but was otherwise satisfied. During the meal, we had both finished our cocktails and had wanted to order a 2nd round but our waitress was NOWHERE to be found. We had been served appetizers, finished them, served entrees, finished them, and still no waitress. We sat there with empty plates for 10 minutes before a bus boy cleared the table, and another 10 minutes before a waitress came by. Alas, our original waitress never returned, but a different lady came by and asked if we wanted desert. At this point, I was more than done with the unfriendly and shoddy service and didn't want to spend another $15 on a martini. I had the prix fixe dinner, so I asked her to box up my dessert and bring the check. I handed her my credit card as soon as she returned to the table, I just wanted to get out of there and didn't even look at the tab. She returned with the credit card stub but no dinner check so I'm not even sure if the first waitress charged me for the disgusting martini I was served. I signed the credit receipt and was waiting and waiting for her to bring my dessert. My BF saw a bag sitting on the bar for a while and suggested that might be it. She came by to pick up the signed credit card receipt before she even brought my dessert! I had to ask again about my dessert, "OH!! I forgot!", and brought the bag that was sitting on the bar over, turned on her heels and walked away. We got up right away to leave and ran into her in the hallway. Apparently as soon as she stepped into the hallway out of our view, she stopped to open the envelope and see how much tip we had left her. That was awfully unprofessional in my eyes, especially considering the prices on the menu - not like we were dining at a Pizza & Brew. Regardless of the disappointing service and mysterious disappearance of our first waitress (she was still serving other tables), I still left a 20% tip. I will probably return in the far future - I really enjoyed the drive, the building, the ambiance and the food - but will have an expectation of service that befits a pub with a teenage wait staff. read more

We have a country house near Glenmere and go there regularly for dinner. We have never stayed at the hotel, but our friends who have rave about the accomdations and service. I have Never found that we have been treated differently than hotel guests. I think those comments might not have to do with local vs. hotel guest, but more to do with high maintenance vs. a sensible attitude. It is true that the supper room can only accommodate parties as large as 6, but the garden and China Room (inside) can accommodate larger parties. I have had several parties of 8 or 10 people in these areas and we have always had wonderful service, food and ambiance. When I have parties of 6 or less, and we dine in the Supper Room, I always appreciate that they don't cram larger parties into this space, it would ruin the ambiance and atmosphere of the room. Since we travel extensively for business, we have dined in thousands of restaurants across the world, and when I compare Glenmere to these restaurants, they always are in the top 5. Perhaps the diners who find issues with the food are looking for the standard NYC metro area flavors and preparation. I truly find the food outstanding, the service is exceptional, and the hosts/owner (Alan) has only been a delight and actually remembers his diners and greets them graciously. If I seem defensive of Glenmere in this review, I am. I love this place. The restoration and decor is Architeqctual Digest worthy (which it was covered in their May 2010 issue), the service and food is world class, and we are fortunate to have such a wonderful retreat so close to NYC. I hope all travelers that visit Glenmere open themselves up to the wonderful experience that it is. Please come early and enjoy the grounds or have a drink before dinner. This is not just a meal, but an experience. Enjoy! read more

unquestionably beautiful, perfectly appointed, and strangely difficult to enjoy because of anxious vibe. the exception is the spa, a genuine oasis, not to be missed. read more