"Doug Quinn brought his Manhattan tavern to Westport — the El burger, pork chop and raw bar make a warm first date."
About Hudson Malone
Hudson Malone is the Westport outpost of Doug Quinn's New York tavern, opened on Main Street in 2021 as the second location of his Midtown Manhattan original. Quinn, a 35-year veteran of the bar business who made his name running PJ Clarke's, learned cooking from David Burke and cocktails from Dale DeGroff, and named the restaurants for his two sons.
It is the convivial bar-and-tavern choice in Westport, alongside the lively Spotted Horse Tavern and the seafood-focused The Whelk.
The Kitchen
The menu is American comfort done properly: the award-winning ‘3rd Avenue El' burger, a much-praised pork chop, slow pan-roasted North Atlantic cod and a full raw bar, with daily seasonal specials and a deep list of classic cocktails poured by a serious bar.
The kitchen leans seafood as much as tavern fare; for an oyster-bar night nearby, Rizzuto's Oyster Bar is on the same stretch of town.
The Room
The room is a warm, dark-wood tavern built around the bar, with the easy hospitality Quinn is known for — he describes it as welcoming guests into his home. It is equally suited to a long dinner, a drink at the bar, or a working lunch.
Best for a first date
The warm tavern room, classic cocktails and easy hospitality make Hudson Malone a comfortable first date in Westport, while the bar and daily specials also suit a relaxed business lunch.
Not for
Not for a quiet, fine-dining tasting — Hudson Malone is a sociable, bar-centred American tavern, not a hushed or formal special-occasion room.
Frequently Asked
Who owns Hudson Malone in Westport?
Doug Quinn, a 35-year veteran of the New York bar scene best known for running PJ Clarke's. He learned cooking from David Burke and cocktails from Dale DeGroff, and named the restaurants for his two sons.
What is Hudson Malone known for?
American comfort cooking and classic cocktails — the award-winning ‘3rd Avenue El' burger, a much-praised pork chop, slow pan-roasted North Atlantic cod and a full raw bar — with daily seasonal specials.
When did Hudson Malone open in Westport?
The Westport location opened in 2021 at 323 Main Street, the second outpost of Doug Quinn's original Hudson Malone in Midtown Manhattan.
Do I need a reservation at Hudson Malone?
Walk-ins are welcome at the bar, but the dining room books up at weekends, so reservations are recommended for dinner; lunch is more relaxed.
Reserve a Table
Reserve at Hudson Malone
Reservations recommended for dinner; bar walk-ins welcome.
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Practical Information
Address323 Main Street, Westport
NeighbourhoodDowntown Westport, Main Street
CuisineAmerican, Classic Cocktails
PriceAmerican tavern menu and classic cocktails; mid-to-upper range per person
Dress CodeSmart casual
SeatingDark-wood tavern and bar
ReservationRecommended
