Westchester County natives Robert and Denise Horton opened TBoy’s Bistro in 2019. The couple is not new to the restaurant business, having previously run restaurants in Mamaroneck, Tuckahoe and Crestwood. TBoy’s Bistro is their latest restaurant, named after Denise’s late father. Located in Sleepy Hollow, this restaurant serves New American cuisine in a cozy, intimate space. Forced to close due to the pandemic, TBoy’s Bistro opened up again in April 2021.
I was recently invited to a media dinner at TBoy’s Bistro to sample the new menu. I couldn’t have asked for a more beautiful evening to visit. The weather was perfect for dining in their outdoor patio. The greenery growing along the fence, along with the potted flowers and strings of lights creates a small, private oasis.
TBoy’s Bistro has a drink menu that includes signature cocktails like Ginny From the Blocktail and Whisk Me Away.
I wasn’t drinking alcohol that night and they were able to make me a mocktail version of the Rum Sprinter (minus the rum and Triple Sec). They also have bottled beer and wine by the glass.
What stood out to me about TBoy’s Bistro was the variety of dishes on their menu. Although Chef Robert and Denise are both omnivores, some of their four daughters are vegan and vegetarian. While I am a pescatarian, my husband and daughter are vegetarians. I am very cognizant of restaurant menus that offer dining options for them. It was refreshing to see a menu where there is more than the obligatory Beyond Burger or Margherita Pizza. There is literally something on the menu for everyone here from the meat lovers to the vegans.
For appetizers, my fellow diner and I enjoyed the Seared Sea Scallops over Cauliflower Mash. The scallops were seared nicely and were so sweet!
We shared the Crab and Shrimp Cake which was topped with a roasted corn salad and placed upon a mustard grain sauce. This was one of my favorite dishes of the evening!
We also shared the Roasted Tomato Puff Pastry Tart that was topped with Burrata and a pesto sauce. Who doesn’t love burrata?!
I don’t normally eat huge meals. By the time we ordered the main course I couldn’t decide between the Mezze Rigatoni (Roasted cauliflower and shiitake mushrooms in a Parmesan truffle oil sauce pictured above) or the Mushroom Ravioli pasta special (pictured below). Fortunately, they were able to give us half portions of each.
In hindsight, these dishes had very similar flavor profiles and I probably should have ordered one pasta dish and a seafood entrée. However, I was really in the mood for pasta, having not eaten carbs in awhile, and both of these pasta dishes sounded (and were) so good! If there’s a dinner special that catches your taste buds, I recommend ordering it, since you can always order off the regular menu.
By the time we finished our pasta, my dinner companion and I were too stuffed for another entrée. So we ended our meal on a lighter note with the Red Oak salad. The red onion, Gorgonzola, candied pecans and buttermilk dressing made for a delicious flavor combination.
We of course couldn’t leave without sampling some dessert. The Tres Leches Cake topped with caramel sauce, toasted coconut and a scoop of Longford’s vanilla ice cream was heavenly!
We also sampled the Flourless Chocolate Cake topped with a white chocolate mousse and chocolate sauce. This dessert was so rich and decadent and was the perfect ending to our delicious meal.
It is not often that you see the restaurant owner when you’re dining out. During my visit, Denise had a huge presence stopping by all of the tables and checking in on guests. She is so down-to-earth and approachable and you can tell that she loves the restaurant and the food that she serves.
I can honestly say that everything I ate at TBoy’s Bistro was delicious. There are so many dishes on the menu that I still want to try, which gives me plenty of reasons to return!
Spend a summer evening at TBoy’s Bistro enjoying a craft cocktail and a delicious dinner on the back patio!
The Details:
TBoy’s Bistro
31 Beekman Avenue
Sleepy Hollow, NY 10591
(914) 909-6151
Open:
Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday: 5 PM – 9 PM
Friday and Saturday: 5 PM – 10 PM
Closed Monday and Tuesday
Takeout available
Parking – There is limited street parking in front of the restaurant. There is also a public lot with free parking right down the block.
Menu – New American (seafood, beef, poultry) with vegetarian and vegan options
Price – $$ (expect to pay $45-$65/person for an appetizer, entrée and dessert, not including drinks)
Portions are large enough that you can share an appetizer and/or dessert.
