Southern Table Kitchen - Pleasantville

First, the good: The Stable cocktail with the jalapeño tequila that the restaurant infuses on site was probably the best cocktail I've ever had. It's just tequila, muddled lime, and ginger beer, but it's served in a Moscow Mule copper cup, and was the perfect mix of bite and sour-sweet and flavor. I would go back just to order this again.The atmosphere was likewise very pleasant post-movie at 6:45 on a Sunday. A little loud, but not so much we couldn't talk, and pleasantly busy with a lively view into the kitchen and a festive feeling.We started with the pretzel with brie and fig jam, which was--like almost everything on the menu--ambitiously priced. It was $15. It was very good, especially for fig fans. It was very strong, stronger than the fig jam you may be used to getting in the cheese aisle at Stew Leonard's.My husband was thrilled with his Iceberg Wedge salad topped with grilled chicken and portobello mushroom, though again, nearly $30 for a salad seemed high. The portions were ample and included sections of corn off the cob. It was a full dinner plate size salad and he was satisfied afterward.I opted for the wood-roasted chicken. Be warned, the online menu's cauliflower rice option is no longer available, and the waiter said he's not sure why it hasn't been updated online. He was happy to substitute charred broccoli for the potatoes for me, though. When my chicken came, my husband's first words were, Is that a chicken or a Cornish hen The leg, wing, and breast were so small that it's hard to imagine what the whole chicken looked like. It was good, and very tender, but not woodsy like I expected. The spinach side dish was perfectly prepared, wilted but not mushy or tough. The broccoli, which is the trend these days, was almost raw, but I should have asked ahead for them to cook it a bit more since I like it more tender. I also got a side dish of pickles and cole slaw (also ambitiously priced at $9). The cole slaw was surprisingly light with a vinegar sauce that was very good. I would not get the chicken again since it was not that special (or ample), but I have to give them credit for it being very tender.Overall, I would say it's a fun place with good food. We saw this amazing-looking mac and cheese dish going out from the kitchen, so if you are up for a bowl of indulgent carbs, it looked amazing.If you're going to the Jacob Burns, as we did, and are looking for a fun date-night feeling afterward, I'd say Southern Table is a good choice.But warning, my husband was a bit unhappy walking out because he noticed that many in the kitchen were unmasked, and our waiter wore his under his nose, which really, honestly, what's the point? So if Covid safety is a priority for you, I can't recommend this location.And you'll overpay a bit, so check out the prices before you head out.The parking is also a bit challenging. We had to wait for a spot, which would be less of an issue in warm months when you don't mind walking over from a more distant spot.My advice to the restaurant would be to update its online menu, have a stern talk with the staff about Covid protocols, and consider having a happy hour with reduced priced drinks.

Great lunch on Saturday. Had read about the margaritas, burgers fried chicken. We had all 3, plus a Manhattan, and there were no disappointments.The margarita was fresh just strong enough to taste enjoy the Altos tequila.The Southern Manhattan was also perfectly assembled, love Angels Envy Rye!Bulleit Burger was a bit saucy/messy, but had great flavorful and cooked right to order.The Chicken Waffles were terrific. The chicken was cooked perfectly in that the crunch and the moistness were excellent.

At first eating there and I will not lie the prices on some of their items on their menu confuse me. some dinge seemed very high, but thanks to the pandemic I feel almost everywhere. Beyond that we have our food and everything was amazing! I have the watermelon salad and it was massive! all we ordered were great portions and very delicious. our server was great, she was very friendly and checked us regularly. the restaurant itself was very nice, they offer interior and exterior seats. and their bar articles sounded very tasty, we got a pitcher of margaritas, and they didn't let us down. we will definitely be back for more.

My wife loves this place really and we are several times in the run of the years here. at our recent visit we managed to get a place at a high peak of bar on a Friday evening without reservation. this was an excellent place, as it was quiet and quiet but nevertheless comfortable. this place really has a phenomenal menu, but I really enjoy the variety of cocktails. not many places have a paper plan on the menu one of my personal favorites! my wife had the chickens and I had the braided short rib. Despite the fact that this place was occupied, it came out so quickly. both meals were delicious and the waiting staff was excellent. the only aftermath of this visit is that I have not saved any space for dessert!

Busy brunch atmosphere. Good food. Age of customers are wide range, babies and up. Service is not the quickest but atmosphere makes up for it. Parking lot can get full quickly, then you have to find metered street parking. I would recommend.