The Black Walnut Mercantile

The Black Walnut Mercantile is built like a well-balanced negroni: equal parts restaurant, cocktail lounge, and thoughtful shop – all tucked into the grand old Delaware Hotel in Callicoon. Conceived by the duo behind The Farmhouse Project, this space feels like stepping into a Sophia Coppola period drama starring Kirsten Dunst: Roman Clay walls, European murals, and tin ceilings that play with the light. At its heart is Executive Chef and Co-owner Camille Rodriguez whose seasonal Mediterranean dishes build out the menu: Think fresh pastas, bright citrus, and wood-fired everything, served in a dining room that’s as enveloping as the food. Before (or after, or during, I guess) dinner, settle into an antique sofa with a classic cocktail, or peruse the shelves stocked with the highly aesthetic homewares they're known for. Comfy Key: Dining • Cocktails • Comfort Food • Brunch • Escape Brooklyn-Approved Double Cozy Verified