I've been to all of the CIA restaurants and American Bounty is my favorite. They use very fresh local and "imported" ingredients in excellent combinations with flair and good taste! The student wait staff is a little uneven and almost overly helpful. more

The experience of dining at American Bounty, or any other restaurant at the Culinary Institute of america is much more than just a meal. It begins with the drive up the beautiful Hudson River Valley to the CIA's lush, green Hyde Park campus. You park in the cleverly disguised 2-level visitor garage and stroll around the campus with it's streets... more

I realize you need to be understanding that chefs and wait staff are students, but at the high price point they are using (main courses 26-29), you would expect superb food and service. We experienced decent food (some dishes quite good, and others not very good) and lousy service. Last time I ate at the French restaurant a couple of... more

American Bounty is outstanding; DeMedici not so much. Apple Pie Bakery is very affordable and has amazing pastries. It's totally worth the price for a special occasion! more

Ate at the Escoffier Restaurant (French) it was superb for food, service and ambiance! Not inexpensive but worth it. It has a view of the kitchen and the maitre'd gave us a briefing about the activities. The students are fun to talk with. Get reservations and arrive early and tour the facilities first. Wonderful experience. more

Absolutely superb!! You should try every restaurant in this institute. more

This is THE place to eat in the USA. Must go if at all possible! more

The best Chefs of the world come from places like this. You have more than several choices to see if their gourmet quality food is up to scratch, and amazingly cheap prices. Great place to take a date. Their staff are their profs. Enjoy... more

I have been twice, to the American and French. I think the prices are fair given the quality of the ingredients. It is not for-profit - any excess money goes to the students's education. It is interesting to watch them in the kitchen, learning techniques like flambeing. I didn't mind having them practice on me - that is part of... more