Restaurants that are open Mondays in Westchester, Rockland

Monday has traditionally been a day off for chefs and restaurateurs — after the demands of busy weekends, it's much needed R & R, as well as a way to catch up on administrative tasks. The need for a reprieve from the busy work week is an issue compounded by pandemic-related labor shortages and industry burnout. That leaves diners to wonder: What's open Monday nights?

The answer is surprisingly, more than you think, considering the industry's aforementioned woes. From steak to tacos, pasta to burgers, there's a restaurant open Monday in Rockland and Westchester sure to satisfy any craving — and perhaps have you coming back again on the weekend. What follows is a sampling of spots with Monday hours.

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Rockland

Cashew crusted calamari at Nyack Grill and Bar Sept. 14, 2021. The restaurant is one of many in Rockland open on Monday's.
Cashew crusted calamari at Nyack Grill and Bar Sept. 14, 2021. The restaurant is one of many in Rockland open on Monday's.

Westchester

Large booth seating at Mentor's Mediterranean Steakhouse in Chappaqua June 7, 2022.
Large booth seating at Mentor's Mediterranean Steakhouse in Chappaqua June 7, 2022.

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This article originally appeared on Rockland/Westchester Journal News: List of Westchester, Rockland restaurants that are open on Monday