Drinks • Food
Drinks
-Reader Picks-
Bar
Bar Food
The Bar on West & Main, Pleasant Valley
Bar Staff
Bartender
Ben Friedman at Goodnight Kenny, Poughkeepsie
Beer Garden
Schatzi’s Pub and Bier Garden, Poughkeepsie
Beer Selection
(Restaurant/Bar)
Mill House Brewing Company, Poughkeepsie
Bloody Mary
Publick House 23, Pleasant Valley
Brewery
(East of Hudson River)
Brewery
(West of Hudson River)
Newburgh Brewing Company, Newburgh
Canned Cocktails
Cider Retailer
Boutique Wines, Spirits & Ciders, Fishkill
Cidery
College Bar
Mahoney’s Irish Pub, Poughkeepsie
Craft Cocktails
Distillery
Hudson House Distillery, West Park
Dive Bar
Farm Brewery
Obercreek Brewing Co., Wappingers Falls
Frozen Drinks
Happy Hour
Jason Patrick’s on 44, Poughkeepsie
IPA
(Type)
Hudson Haze from King’s Court Brewing Company, Poughkeepsie
Liquor Store
Viscount Wines and Liquor, Wappingers Falls
Local Bourbon
Hudson House Distillery, West Park
Local Gin
Tuthilltown Spirits Distillery, Gardiner
Local Vodka
Viskill Vodka from Denning’s Point Distillery, Beacon
Local Whiskey
Taconic Distillery, Stanfordville
Margarita
Martini
Mocktails
-Editor Pick-
Zero-Proof Bottle Shop
Stella’s Fine Market, Beacon
This cute and curated spot on Main Street was named one of the top non-alcoholic bottle shops in America according to Wine Enthusiast—and we understand why. Beyond the trendy pantry items and diverse cookbooks are over a dozen bottles and cans of zero-proof cocktails and drinks, like Best Day Brewing’s Kolsch-style beer, fruit-forward aperitifs by Ghia, and Töst rosé refresher. Stella’s even hosts NA pop-ups throughout the year and launched a dry bar cart for private events.
-Editor Pick-
Neighborhood Brewery
Subversive Malting + Brewing, Catskill
The lucky people who live in Catskill don’t have to travel far to visit a great brewery; in fact many can walk to Subversive’s taproom and beer garden on West Bridge Street. The beer —from hoppy IPAs to sours to their popular Dark Harvest—is brewed with locally sourced ingredients. They also serve NYS wine, cocktails, hard cider, and sodas as well as a food menu including sandwiches, salads, and smash burgers.
-Reader Picks-
Negroni
New Bar
New Brewery
(Opened 2023)
Old Fashioned
Jason Patrick’s on 44, Poughkeepsie
Restaurant Wine List
1915 Wine Cellar, Poughkeepsie
Rooftop Bar
Zeus Brewing Company, Poughkeepsie
Sommelier
Heather Barr at Homespun Foods, Beacon
Sports Bar
Taproom / Tasting Room
Newburgh Brewing Company, Newburgh
Wine & Food Pairing
Wine
(Type)
Riesling, Brotherhood Winery, Washingtonville
Wine Bar
Di’Vine Wine Bar, Wappingers Falls
Wine Store
Viscount Wines & Liquor, Wappingers Falls
Wine Tasting
Millbrook Vineyards & Winery, Millbrook
Winery
Milea Estate Vineyard, Staatsburg
Food
-Reader Picks-
Acai Bowls
Albany County Restaurant
Druthers Brewing Company, Albany
American Cuisine
Mill House Brewing Company, Poughkeepsie
Apple Cider Donuts
Artisanal Chocolate Shop
Krause’s Chocolates, New Paltz and Saugerties
Asian Fusion
Bagel
Bakery
The Pastry Garden, Poughkeepsie
Barbecue
Smoky Rock Barbeque, Rhinebeck
-Editor Pick-
Food at a Winery
Milea Estate Vineyard, Staatsburg
We are thrilled that our readers selected Milea as Best Winery in the Hudson Valley—the wine is spectacular, but so is the food. The seasonal small bites menu, created by talented chef David Kim, features fresh, local ingredients sourced from local farms and the winery’s own organic gardens. Several options are Asian inspired, like the delicious Korean fried chicken with gochujang glaze; there’s also a cheese plate featuring HV fromage.
-Editor Pick-
Original Ice Cream Flavors
Fortunes Ice Cream, Tivoli
Whenever you are anywhere near Tivoli, make sure you make time for a stop at Fortunes. Yes, there are plenty of ice cream shops around the Valley that scoop up lots of varieties made with fresh, local ingredients but we bet you won’t find flavors like rosewater saffron pistachio, halva honeycomb, and labne sour cherry. There are delicious vegan options as well.
-Editor Pick-
British Food
Moreish, Beacon
Take all the stereotypes about British food being bland and boring—and throw them out the window. English expat Michael Johnson (who’s worked in Michelin-starred kitchens and for British Airways) is serving up fresh, authentic dishes, from always-popular bangers and mash to full English breakfasts, in his stall at the Hudson Valley Food Hall. Moreish’s savory and sweet menus rival those of British pubs; and, once you try their sausage roll, you’ll be craving it weekly.
-Reader Picks-
Bread
Bread Alone, multiple locations
Brisket
Brunch
Shadows on the Hudson, Poughkeepsie
Bubble Tea
Buffet
Shadows on the Hudson, Poughkeepsie
Burger
(Beef)
21 Burgers & Wings, Wappingers Falls
Burger
(Meat-Free)
Moonburger, multiple locations
Burger Joint
Buns Burgers, multiple locations
Burrito
Butcher Shop
Frankie’s Superette, Hopewell Junction
Calzones
Cosimo’s, multiple locations
Candy Store
Samuel’s Sweet Shop, Rhinebeck
Caribbean Cuisine
Cafe con Leche, Rhinebeck and Wappingers Falls
Charcuterie
Cheap Eats
Cheese Shop
Cold Spring Cheese Shop, Cold Spring
Cheesesteak
Jason Patrick’s on 44, Poughkeepsie
Chef
(Private/Catering)
Chef
(Restaurant)
Danny Crocco at Mill House Brewing Company, Poughkeepsie
Chicken Wings
Handshakes Bar & Grill, Poughkeepsie
Chinese Cuisine
Cinnamon Rolls
Coffee
Ready Coffee, multiple locations
Coffee Barista
Andy at Ready Coffee, Newburgh
Coffee Beans/Roaster
Ready Coffee, multiple locations
-Reader Picks-
Coffeehouse
Columbia County Restaurant
Cookies
Amanda’s Macaron Shoppe, Poughkeepsie
Deli
Desserts
The Pastry Garden, Poughkeepsie
Diner
Dinner and a Show
Donuts
Dumplings
Palace Dumplings, Wappingers Falls
Dutchess County Restaurant
Empanada
Family Restaurant
Cosimo’s, multiple locations
Farmers Market
Farm-to-Table Restaurant
First Date Spot
Fish & Chips
Joe Willy’s Seafood House, Wappingers Falls
Fish Market
Gadaleto’s Seafood Market & Eatery, New Paltz
Fondue
Di’Vine Wine Bar, Wappingers Falls
Food Truck
French Cuisine
French Fries
Sugar & Spice Café, Poughkeepsie
Fried Chicken
Fun Vibe
Happy Valley Arcade Bar, Beacon
Gelato
German Cuisine
Girls Night Out
Coupe Champagne Bar, Wappingers Falls
Gluten-Free Menu
Gourmet Grocery Store
Adams Fairacre Farms, multiple locations
Greek Cuisine
Athena Gyro, Fishkill, Lagrangeville
Greene County Restaurant
Frank Guido’s Port of Call, Catskill
Gyro
Athena Gyro, Fishkill, Lagrangeville
Hibachi
Hot Dogs
Hotel Restaurant
Mohonk Mountain House, New Paltz
Ice Cream
Joe’s Dairy Bar, Hopewell Junction
Indian Cuisine
Italian Cuisine
(Not a Pizzeria)
Savona’s Trattoria & Bar, multiple locations
Japanese Cuisine
Juice Bar
Blend Smoothie & Salad Bar, multiple locations
Korean Cuisine
Late Night Menu
Latin Cuisine
(Other Than Mexican)
Cafe con Leche, Rhinebeck and Wappingers Falls
Latte
Mediterranean Cuisine
Athena Gyro, multiple locations
Mexican Cuisine
Middle Eastern Cuisine
Milk Shakes
Nachos
New Restaurant
(East of Hudson River) – Opened in 2023
New Restaurant
(West of Hudson River) – Opened in 2023
-Reader Picks-
Orange County Restaurant
Outdoor Dining
(Non-Waterside)
Cosimo’s, multiple locations
Oysters
Pasta
Patio
Billy Joe’s Ribworks, Newburgh
Pho
Miss Saigon Pho, Wappingers Falls
Pitmaster
Chris at Brothers BBQ, New Windsor
Pizza
(Gourmet)
Hudson & Packard, Poughkeepsie
Pizza
(Traditional)
Poke
Sushi Village, Fishkill and Poughkeepsie
Putnam County Restaurant
The Bird & Bottle Inn, Garrison
Ramen
Yum Yum Noodle Bar, multiple locations
Raw Bar
Rensselaer County Restaurant
Restaurant When Someone Else Is Paying
Restaurant With Live Music
Ribs
Billy Joe’s Ribworks, Newburgh
Rockland County Restaurant
Hudson’s Mill Tavern, Garnerville
Romantic Restaurant
Salad
Double O Grill, Wappingers Falls
Sandwiches/Subs
Seafood Restaurant
Smoothies
Blend Smoothie & Salad Bar, multiple locations
Soul Food
Essie’s Restaurant, Poughkeepsie
Southern Food
Specialty Food Shop
Adams Fairacre Farms, multiple locations
-Editor Pick-
Cheese-Forward Menu
Bimi’s Canteen & Bar, Chatham
Calling all fromage fans! This Columbia County bistro highlights all things cheese on its rotating menu—from charcuterie slates with assortments of local or international wedges to apple toast with house-made ricotta to pimento mac ‘n’ cheese. (It’s really no surprise, since it’s attached to sister location Bimi’s Cheese Shop.) If there’s ravioli on the menu, order it. We love the mushroom version with charred radicchio, pumpkin espuma (foam), and Gorgonzola.
-Reader Picks-
Steakhouse
Joseph’s Italian Steakhouse, Poughkeepsie
Sushi
Tacos
Tapas
Tea House
Thai Cuisine
Ulster County Restaurant
Vegan Menu
Vegetarian Menu
Vietnamese
Miss Saigon Pho, Wappingers Falls
Waterfront Dining
Shadows on the Hudson, Poughkeepsie
Westchester County Restaurant
Purdy’s Farmer & the Fish, North Salem
-Editor Pick-
Bar for Coffee & Cocktails
Camp Kingston, Kingston
Café with craft espresso by day, bar with inventive drinks and local beer by night—Camp Kingston does it all. Opened at the end of last year, the space has already amassed a loyal following, and it’s easy to see why. Stop by in the morning to sip on a latte and get some work done, then come back later for a cocktail and a game of pool.
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