Reverie Caffe Opens at 21 Front Street in Putnam County, NY

The story behind Reverie Caffe, Patterson, NY’s, newest breakfast and lunch spot, is a familiar one—something about necessity being the mother of invention. Or as owners Megan and Francesca Denaut explain it, “We’d been waiting for a place to enjoy great conversation, good food, coffee and espresso, but sadly that didn’t exist in Patterson. So we decided to make it ourselves.”

The sisters set out to create “a place with a life-giving atmosphere in which to enjoy creative eating and authentic espresso.” The restaurant they opened in October is so much more.

Although Reverie Caffe offers a unique menu of salads, paninis and soups, patrons are also encouraged to orchestrate their own meals, Francesca says. “Any item can be tailored around your personal dietary desires, whether they be vegetarian, vegan or gluten-free. Almost everything is made in-house, so every single ingredient is known. Thanks to our world-traveled, Ritz-Carlton-trained chef, Robert Timan, we’re able to offer health-conscious snacks and meals at a great price.”

Even with that worldly influence, Reverie Caffe likes to keep it local, using coffee beans from Bear Mountain Coffee Roasters in nearby Mahopac, and herbal teas from Harney and Sons in Millerton. “Teaming up with them allows us to bring our customers a great product while supporting other businesses right in our own neighborhood,” Megan says. “Small towns thrive on local businesses, and being able to work together helps everyone.”

Reverie Caffe, 21 Front Street, Patterson, NY, also offers takeout by phone or text (845.818.0044). For more info, visit ReverieCaffe.com or Facebook.com/ReverieCaffe.