The Aviary Kinderhook

My husband and I celebrated our first wedding anniversary here over the weekend. We had been wanting to try this place for a while and we're glad we spent a special night there. The restaurant is very cool, large but with intimate seating. Decor is very nice. Our drinks were fantastic, I got a House of Hummingbirds and it was delicious. The Espresso Martinis with our chocolate ganache for desert were lovely. My salmon was delicious, my husband noted his wagyu beef burger was unseasoned for his first two bites, though he said it was rectified after he got some of the sauce in a bite and realized why the burger was "under seasoned." Overall, we had a lovely dinner. Our server was very attentive. We will return another time if the opportunity arrises and we're looking forward to trying their

This has been one of our absolute favorite restaurants since it opened, but for Valentine's Day they did a truly special limited menu that we very much enjoyed. Each course had ample selection, vegetarian options, and despite being busy at no point did we "feel the hectic" that the wonderful staff was no- doubt feeling. It was a wonderful relaxed evening that left us smiling all the way home.

Sometimes… it all comes together and the magic happens. As a former NYC restaurant owner, I know how hard it is to maintain a cohesive vision that shines through the entire dining experience from first look to dessert. The building is beautiful, inside and out. The adjacent bottle shop is a charming convenience and lends a village feel to the approach. Inside the space is divided between a warm taverna style area and a soaring light, minimal industrial dinning area. Everything is tasteful and in its right place. Service was extraordinary. The entire staff moves in calm, graceful choreography attending to guests with warmth and attentiveness. Sophia, our server, created an instant bond and made us feel like regulars and old friends as only the best of front of house staff can do. Beer list

My partner and I booked a last-minute reservation at Aviary on a snowy night over the holidays, and it turned into one of the highlights of our visit to the area. The staff was warm and welcoming, the vibe lively and pleasant, and the food delicious. The menu was inventive and the portions plentiful, and we felt like we were lucky to have picked this spot. Recommended, next time you're in the area.

Kinderhook is a real gem of a town, and the entire restaurant/ art collective that houses The Aviary, Morningbird, and The Nest is a standout. I enjoyed a lovely birthday dinner at The Aviary and was floored by the hospitality, gorgeous interior design, inventive cocktails, and delicious food with beautiful plating. I have been recommending the entire collective to loved ones and I hope they're around for a long time to come!