Old Stone Farmhouse Review

Reviewed by southsalemtraveler from New York on 12/13/08
We've eaten here on every visit to St Thomas for 8+ years and will not go back until ownership changes. This year the menu is Fixe Prix and very, very overpriced. The place was empty and the service was perfunctory at best. A starter "compliments of the chef" broccoli soup was so salty as to not be edible. The rest of the meal was not flavorful, portions small, and worst of all, the 2nd round of Martinis were not even close to "brimming". We felt ripped off. $165 + tip for 2 people. We didn't finish our main dishes and neither the owner nor chef asked why. You'll do better at Duffy's, a parking lot burger bar in Red Hook. The one star above is only because there was nothing lower.

Member Rating: 2.0
Ratings details: Food: 1.0 Atmosphere: 5.0 Service: 2.0 Value: 1.0

Reviewed by dgodsill from Connecticut on 3/15/08
Very disappointed; the food spoils a great location. The Veal Tonato was a disaster: a tough breaded veal cutlet combined with tuna on a bed of some cold tasteless pasta. The tuna appetizer has 3 small pieces of sashimi with an undrinkable version of the chef's miso soup - it was fun to watch other diners who made the same choice make a disgusted look when trying the "soup"

Member Rating: 2.2
Ratings details: Food: 1.0 Atmosphere: 5.0 Service: 3.0 Value: 1.0

Reviewed by Beacher27 from Virginia on 12/20/07
And the chef change within the last year has made this even better. Still the same great, elegant atmosphere, and attentive, knowledgeable service. Last time we went, there was an incredible tasting menu. Expensive, it's true, but perfect for a special dinner

Member Rating: 4.8
Ratings details: Food: 5.0 Atmosphere: 5.0 Service: 5.0 Value: 4.0

Reviewed by gsk0704 from Boston on 10/27/07
The best things about The Old Stone Farmhouse are the building's beautiful stonework and the attentive, friendly service. It's a good place to go if you want to get out of town to an elegant venue without much of a view. For such a pretentious menu and expensive pricing, the food itself is merely average. Not bad, but it certainly won't take your breath away. For much better food and a great water view, for equally friendly service but a much more casual atmosphere, try Off the Hook.

Member Rating: 3.0
Ratings details: Food: 2.0 Atmosphere: 4.0 Service: 5.0 Value: 2.0

Reviewed by elainebruso from Auburn, MA on 10/15/07
The local cab driver highly recommended this restaurant to host a dinner on the night before my son's wedding. We were there during the off season (Oct. 11th)and reservations were still needed.
What a surprise when the menu had 'Congradulations Brian and Jamie' printed across the top! We all selected the 4-course dinner, with much to choose from in each course. I can not begin to tell you how terrific the food, service and dinning experience was that night. The chef sent out a couple of his 'specials' just to try, in addidion to our 4-courses. This is the perfect restaurant for that special occasion or celebration. Kudos to the cab driver for his suggestions!

Member Rating: 5.0
Ratings details: Food: 5.0 Atmosphere: 5.0 Service: 5.0 Value: 5.0