Crabtree's Kittle House Restaurant and Inn

About the Business

Specialties

Crabtree's Kittle House is primarily a restaurant, with the ability to host larger parties and banquets. It's wine cellar has received Wine Spectator Magazine's Grand Award every year since 1994, and Wine Enthusiast's Award of Great Distinction since 2006. It is also a Bed and Breakfast, having 12 Inn rooms for overnight guests.

History

Established in 1981.

In 1790, the Kittle House was originally built as Reisig and Hexamer's Barn. In the late 1800s, it was purchased by the Kittle family. In 1890 it was converted by Moses Taylor from a barn to a private residence. During the prohibition it was a roadhouse and was later turned into a school for girls in the early 1930s. It became a restaurant in the mid-1930s and was purchased by the Crabtree Family in 1981.

Meet the Business Owner

Business owner information

John C.

Business Owner

Education:Fordham Preparatory School (Graduated 1974)Columbia College, Columbia University (B.A. 1978)School of International and Public Affairs, Columbia University (M.P.A. 1981)Occupations: New York State Assembly, Office of Deputy Minority Leader (1979-1980)Crabtree's Plaza Inn, Restaurant (1980-1983)Crabtree's Kittle House, Restaurant and Inn (1983-Present)Organizations:Chappaqua Rotary, Charter MemberColumbia College Alumni Association, Board MemberNew York State Restaurant AssociationUnited Way of Northern Westchester, Board MemberBoys & Girls Club of Northern Westchester, Board MemberThe Katonah Museum, Board of OverseersThe Amy Marie Crabtree Foundation (Team Amy), Board Chairman  Make-A-Wish of the Hudson Valley, Board Member (Past)