Pitanga North — Restaurant in Town of Gardiner

I had the pleasure of dining at Pitanga North recently, and it was one of those meals that sticks with you—in all the right ways. The menu is vibrant, seasonal, and clearly crafted with care.

Here’s a rundown of what I tried:

Rainbow Carrots These were a standout to start. Roasted and paired with a creamy cashew tahini and bright dill, the dish was earthy, slightly sweet, and beautifully plated. A solid vegan appetizer that didn’t miss a beat.

Local Beets This was another highlight. The beets were tender and sweet, set off by a tangy whipped goat cheese and those crispy bits that added the perfect crunch. The green garlic brought a subtle depth that tied it all together.

Little Gem Fresh, light, and full of texture. The crème fraîche dressing was silky and rich without overwhelming the delicate leaves, and the vinaigrette balanced it with brightness. The parsnip added a fun twist.

Moqueca (Brazilian Fish Stew) The main event. A bowl of cod and shrimp in a rich, fragrant broth (although not that much) —warm, hearty, and full of flavor. The jasmine rice soaked it all up beautifully, and those thin crisps on top were a nice textural contrast. Comforting and exciting all at once. My only suggestion is to add more broth.

Espresso Martini with Mezcal I couldn’t resist trying this creative cocktail. The smoky mezcal added a sultry, unexpected edge to the espresso—definitely not your typical martini, but absolutely worth it if you’re into bold flavor combos.

Final Thoughts From the thoughtfully layered salads to the comforting depth of the Moqueca, Pitanga North hits the sweet spot between inventive and approachable. The staff was warm and knowledgeable, and the cozy Gardiner setting makes it all the more special. I’ll...

A local friend recommended we try the new spot, Pitanga North. We were in town from NYC for my birthday weekend and my old fave had closed a year before. Pitanga North did not disappoint! Everything about it was wonderful: the food, the drinks, the ambiance, the super friendly and knowledgeable staff. The food was exquisite!! I have to admit my favorite dishes were the appetizers, especially the carrot dish and the tempura sweet potato. They were nothing like I expected and were both amazing!!! I I’m still thinking about them and may go back today for more. Beautiful and creative with layers and layers of complementary flavors and textures. So well done!! For mains, my kid had the perfect medium burger and loved it, and I had the tile fish, which was delicious, but it was overshadowed by our exquisite appetizers. I enjoyed a single, perfect flavorful cocktail (the new yuzu cocktail with bourbon), and it was a lovely birthday. We will def be back to enjoy the apps and try new dishes!

EDIT: I was craving those carrots (I know, carrots?!) and the delicious romesco in the crispy sweet potato dish, so we went back the next day and enjoyed our favorite dishes and tried some other dishes. Everything was so delicious! And consistent! And the staff treated us like old friends. What a fantastic place! We will be back anytime we are anywhere close to Gardiner....

As a Brazilian, I can say for sure it’s not authentic Brazilian food, but more like a fusion between Brazilian and Spanish/ American. The environment is very nice and the waitress are very friendly and welcoming. They took their time to explain the menu and options available. We ordered coxinha( chicken crocket) and that was my favorite. It was warm and fresh, I love it. For dinner we ordered the moqueca and feijoada. Both was a very small portion with not too much flavors and the feijoada really disappointed me because there’s no meat, just two little pieces of fat( feijoada is like a soup of black beans cooked with pork) and came with a slice of avocado( that definitely it’s not like we make feijoada). The drinks was good and we was expecting more options of desserts. Overall we enjoy it, but there’s room for...