Hudson Valley's Award-Winning Farm-to-Table Bistro

Chef Marcus Guiliano sources from 45+ local farms and pours from 800+ independent wines, craft beers, and spirits. No corn syrup. No chemicals. No preservatives. Just real food with a story.

Real food, direct sourcing, and a restaurant built on transparency.

Aroma Thyme Bistro is a farm-to-table restaurant in Ellenville, NY, in the heart of the Hudson Valley. Chef Marcus Guiliano and his wife Jamie have spent over 20 years building direct relationships with local growers, sourcing ingredients from more than 45 farms across the region.

The kitchen serves grass-fed beef, wild-caught seafood, and seasonal produce with full menu transparency. Every dish is prepared without corn syrup, artificial chemicals, or preservatives. The bar carries over 800 independent wines, craft beers, and boutique spirits, many selected during visits to more than 350 wineries and distilleries worldwide.

Aroma Thyme holds the distinction of being the first Certified Green Restaurant in upstate New York.

VALUE PILLARS

The pillars that define the Aroma Thyme experience.

01 Farm-to-Table Dining

We source from 45+ local farms including Tantillo’s Farm and Wilklow Orchards. Our grass-fed beef comes from pasture-raised herds. Our seafood is wild-caught and sustainably sourced. Every ingredient on the menu has a name and a story.

02 800+ Wines, Beers & Spirits

Marcus and Jamie have personally visited over 350 wineries across six countries. The result: a curated collection of 800+ independent wines, rare craft beers, and boutique spirits you won’t find anywhere else in the Hudson Valley. Named one of Yelp’s Top 10 Best Places to Drink.

03 Allergy-Friendly Dining

We specialize in gluten-free and allergy-conscious meals. Our kitchen operates with full menu transparency, zero corn syrup, and no artificial preservatives. Tell us your dietary needs and we will make it work.

What's on the Table Tonight

Sesame Crusted Rare Tuna

Perfectly seared, served with house-made sauce. A favorite among seafood lovers.

Italian Burrata with Local Tomatoes

Fresh burrata paired with peak-season tomatoes from nearby farms.

Wild Maine Blueberry Crisp

Sweet and tangy, made with wild blueberries. A seasonal dessert that sells out.

ABOUT MARCUS & JAMIE

Meet Marcus and Jamie Guiliano

Marcus is a three-time author, Forbes contributor, and one of the Top 5 Food Activists Making a Difference. Jamie runs the front of house and brings the warmth that keeps guests coming back.

Together they have built one of the most awarded restaurants in the Hudson Valley: first Certified Green Restaurant in upstate New York, recognized for sustainability, and known for a wine program built from personal visits to 350+ wineries.

This is not farm-to-table as a marketing label. It is 20 years of sourcing, cooking, and serving food with full transparency.

EVENTS & LIVE MUSIC TEASER

Live Music, Tastings, and More

Aroma Thyme hosts live music performances, wine and spirit tastings, and seasonal events throughout the year. Happy Hour runs during Cocktail Thyme with Jamie.

TESTIMONIALS

"We were very impressed with everything -- the hospitality, the service, and to top it off the owners were so friendly! Also love the green certification."

COMMUNITY & GIVING

Giving Back Since 2003

Every Christmas Day since 2003, Aroma Thyme opens its doors for a no-questions-asked soup kitchen. Free meals for anyone who walks in. It is one of the ways Marcus and Jamie put their food philosophy into action beyond the restaurant.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Aroma Thyme Bistro known for?

Aroma Thyme Bistro is a farm-to-table restaurant in Ellenville, NY, known for sourcing from 45+ local farms, a collection of 800+ wines, craft beers, and spirits, and being the first Certified Green Restaurant in upstate New York. Chef Marcus Guiliano prepares every dish without corn syrup, chemicals, or preservatives.

Who is Chef Marcus Guiliano?

Marcus Guiliano is the chef and owner of Aroma Thyme Bistro. He is a three-time author, Forbes contributor, and recognized as one of the Top 5 Food Activists Making a Difference. He has personally visited over 350 wineries and sources from 45+ local farms.

Is Aroma Thyme Bistro gluten-free friendly?

Yes. Aroma Thyme specializes in gluten-free and allergy-friendly dining. The kitchen operates with full menu transparency and uses zero corn syrup, chemicals, or preservatives. Let your server know about any dietary needs.

Does Aroma Thyme Bistro take reservations?

Yes. Reserve your table online or call (845) 647-3000.

Where is Aroma Thyme Bistro located?

165 Canal St, Ellenville, NY 12428. We are in the heart of the Hudson Valley, about 15 minutes from Minnewaska State Park and 25 minutes from Mohonk Mountain House.

Ready to Taste the Difference?

Reserve your table at the Hudson Valley’s most awarded farm-to-table restaurant.