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2023 Fall Dining Guide

Whether you’re dining indoors or out, savor stunning fall hues while sampling the best of the Valley’s innovative cuisine.

1839 Restaurant & BarBasque TarrytownThe Bear CaféCity Winery Hudson ValleyCosimo’s TrattoriaDaily Planet DinerGracie’s LuncheonetteLolita’s PizzaMcKinney & Doyle Fine Foods Café and BakeryMillstreamMohonk Mountain HouseOrange County DistilleryPamela’s on the HudsonResorts World CatskillsRoostThe RoundhouseWillow at Mirbeau

Pair delectable dishes with rustic serenity: 1839 Restaurant & Bar

1839 Restaurant & Bar is a rustic American restaurant and Bar nestled in the foothills of the Hudson Valley alongside the oldest winery in the country. 1839’s rustic, laid-back atmosphere is coupled with creative, American, eclectic cuisine, and amazing cocktails! You’ll find delectable dishes ranging from slow cooked Angus beef brisket (18 hours at 225-degrees), creative pasta dishes, and fresh fish served daily to Sunday Brunch featuring our ample outdoor seating that delivers a cool and serene vibe!

1839 Restaurant & Bar
Washingtonville
845.614.5867
www.restaurant1839.com

Experience authentic cuisine from Spain: Basque Tapas Bar Restaurant

Restaurateur Benny Castro created the original Basque in the village of Piermont, NY in 2018, featuring authentic cuisine from Spain, including an array of Spanish tapas, unique Paellas, Sangrias, and a full selection of Spanish wines. The second Basque location opened in Tarrytown, NY in 2022 with both locations focused on quality and hospitality in addition to authentic Spanish fare. Discover modern and enduring Spanish classics, such as its famous Paellas that introduces a real Paella to customers — how it should be made with Valencia rice and baked to perfection with a multi-textured blend of moist, chewy and crispy caramelized rice. Both restaurants have received official certification from Spain as an authentic Restaurant from Spain. As walk-in restaurants where diners can feel at home, never rushed, reservations are only required for groups of six or more.

Basque Tarrytown
Tarrytown, NY
914.801.9200

Basque Piermont
Piermont, NY
845.395.3100
www.basquetapasbar.com

Dine while celebrating legendary artists: The Bear Café

The Bear Café is known for its chef-inspired Farm-to-Table cuisine sourced locally in the Hudson Valley. Originally built in the 1980s to wine and dine the world-famous musicians recording at the legendary Bearsville studio, the Bear Café continues to provide outstanding cuisine delivered with its signature warmth and hospitality. You’ll find food, a stunning collection of wines, and handcrafted cocktails for every palate. Diners also appreciate the walls of photos from the restaurant’s illustrious history, including pictures of such celebrated guests as Janis Joplin and Patti Smith, The Band, and more contemporary visitors like The Lumineers. And we are delighted to have opened our outside seating overlooking the picturesque Sawkill Creek. Choose to eat outside or in our beautiful, cozy riverside dining room. Come experience The Bear Café and enjoy the best of The Catskills!

The Bear Café
Bearsville
845.684.5581
www.bearcafe.com

Wine-inspired dining, music, and more, indoors or out: City Winery Hudson Valley

City Winery is a one-of-a-kind destination to indulge the senses. Award-winning wines, innovative cuisine, and intimate dining experiences make City Winery a feast for Hudson Valley foodies. Savor cuisine that’s regionally inspired and locally sourced. Our menus are also expertly paired with wines made on-site from grapes sourced from top vineyards. Soak in the spectacular views of our idyllic property and the scenic Wallkill River that flows by our vineyard. As evening falls, bask in the warmth of outdoor fireplaces and heat lamps. Unique culinary and cultural experiences await those who love great wine, inspired food, and outstanding music.

Photo Credit: Nathan Zucker

City Winery Hudson Valley
Montgomery
845.424.0222
www.citywinery.com/hudsonvalley

Traditional family recipes infused with robust local flavors

Whether it’s our handcrafted mozzarella and sauces or our desserts and special cocktails, we infuse our traditional family recipes with ingredients and robust flavors from Hudson Valley farms. From our signature wood-fired brick oven pizzas and flatbreads to our pasta, meat, and fish dishes, every meal is cooked to perfection and served with Cosimo’s warm, friendly dedication. So, what are you waiting for? Mangia!

Cosimo’s Trattoria
Poughkeepsie, Middletown, Woodbury, Newburgh
www.cosimos.com

Freshest meals day and night: Daily Planet Diner, Red Line Diner

From our signature grilled cheese sandwiches, juicy hamburgers, crisp salads, and wraps to farm-fresh breakfasts and sumptuous desserts, our local family-owned diners will continue to offer our delicious meals. Daily Planet and Red Line Diners are open for outside dining, indoor dining, delivery (DoorDash and GrubHub), and online ordering. For more details, visit our websites: dineatredline.com or dailyplanetdiner.com.

Photo Credit: Drake Creative

Daily Planet Diner, Lagrangeville
Red Line Diner, Fishkill
www.dineatredline.com
www.dailyplanetdiner.com

Stay comfortable with scratch-made comfort food: Gracie’s Luncheonette

At Gracie’s, we specialize in scratch-made American classics and comfort foods. We bake all of our breads, pastries, and desserts in our in-house bakery; make all of our own condiments including ketchup, mustard, and mayonnaise; grind our own beef for our burgers (using local beef!); and we even make our own American cheese! We love to support local, sourcing all of our eggs and dairy from the Hudson Valley, as well as our salad greens, seasonal fruits and vegetables, and more. Open Wednesday through Monday.

Gracie’s Luncheonette
Leeds
518.943.9363
www.graciesny.com

The best ingredients make the best meals: Lolita’s Pizza 

Located under the Walkway, Lolita’s Pizza is open for outdoor and indoor dining in addition to takeout and delivery. Feast on our wood-fired Neapolitan inspired pizza, hand-made pastas, artisanal salads, craft cocktails, and award-winning wine list. Check our website for specials. It is our firm belief that eating pizza and kale boosts the immune system!

Lolita’s Pizza 
Poughkeepsie
845.452.8100
www.lolitaspizza.com

Serious food in a not-so serious atmosphere

Since 1986, diners have been feasting on this casual café’s delectable small plates and delicious desserts. Award-winning cocktails, dinner menu, and brunch also tantalize in a relaxed pub atmosphere. Dine Tuesday through Sunday; bakery and juice bar are open seven days a week.

McKinney & Doyle Fine Foods Café and Bakery
Pawling
845.855.3875
www.mckinneyanddoyle.com

Feast on classic dishes, waterfront dining: Millstream

Millstream features locally sourced farm cuisine. Its full craft bar and tavern fare is offered in a newly renovated space in a mill house that dates back to the 1700s. Classic dishes include steak au poivre, seasonal risotto, and fresh fish. Guests can opt for outdoor dining on the Sawkill Creek or indoor eating in a sunroom overlooking the water. Millstream’s setting is ideal for casual dining and elegant celebrations. On Thursdays, it offers a fried chicken special and half-price bottle of wine and features a Jazz Brunch on Saturdays and Sundays. The tavern also offers offsite catering for those who want to host at home and on-site private parties and weddings.

Millstream
Woodstock
845.217.2484
www.millstreamwoodstock.com

Brunch with a mountaintop view: Mohonk Mountain House

Indulge in weekend brunch in the historic Main Dining Room with selections including made-to-order omelets, fluffy pancakes, homemade pastries, delicious salads, sandwiches, and more with breathtaking views of the Catskill Mountains. Dining reservations include all-day access to the Mountain House, over 85 miles of hiking trails, and evening entertainment. Now is the perfect time to spend the day at Mohonk and celebrate the 100th anniversary of Sky Top Tower.  For advance reservations, call 855.421.4101.

Mohonk Mountain House
New Paltz
855.421.4101
www.mohonk.com

Farm-fresh spirits & brews, fun activities, and a food truck: Orange County Distillery

Stop in the cocktail bar and taproom located in an old barn nestled among 23 acres of farmland. Our branch location features farm-fresh cocktails, beers, spirits, wine, cider, indoor and outdoor seating, fire pits, and a food truck. Open Friday through Sunday. Happy Hour on Fridays from 4 pm to 7 pm.

Orange County Distillery and Orange County Brewing Company at Brown Barn Farms
New Hampton
845.479.0322
www.orangecountydistillery.com
www.orangecountybrewingco.com

Food from the heart: Pamela’s on the Hudson

Crafted for an enjoyable experience, Pamela’s On the Hudson is warm and welcoming with culinary masterpieces inspired by the Hudson Valley. Check out the renovated dining room and outdoor waterfront deck along with specialty cocktails, extensive wine list, and a full beer list. Offering happy hour specials, Sunday brunch, live music, wine dinners, comedy nights, and more!

Pamela’s on the Hudson
Newburgh
845.562.4505
www.pamelasny.com

Satisfy your cravings from dining to gaming: Resorts World Catskills

From Asian fine dining to a casual bar and grill, Resorts World Catskills has dining options to please every appetite. Indulge in a succulent steak from Celebrity Chef Scott Conant’s Cellaio, experience authentic Chinese delicacies at Lotus, enjoy your favorite drink at Empire Lounge or Doubletop Bar or dine on your favorite comfort foods at the 24/7 Bistro. Want something quick? RW Food Hall or Good Friends Market has many grab-and-go options that are fast and delicious. Whatever you’re craving, you’re sure to be satisfied here. Visit RWCatskills.com for more information on our dining, casino, hotel, and more.

Resorts World Catskills
Monticello
888.586.9358
www.RWCatskills.com

Sample signature fresh and abundant cuisine: Roost

How do we describe Roost? Two words: Freshness and Abundance, in that order! At Roost, we have all your needs covered whether it’s dinner for two, 80 guests upstairs, or a buyout for 150. Come in for dinner and set up a personalized appointment.

Roost
Sparkill
845.359.6700
www.roostinsparkill.com

Dine divinely: The Roundhouse

The Roundhouse Restaurant serves modern American cuisine inspired by the agricultural richness of the Hudson Valley. Our menus highlight local farms, wineries, distilleries, and all of the amazing food and beverage craftsmen of the Hudson Valley. All of our tables have a waterfall and creek views from the Roundhouse building’s floor-to-ceiling windows. Open Thursday through Monday, reservations are not required, but strongly suggested. Walk-ins are always welcome as space allows.

The Roundhouse
Beacon
845.765.8369
www.roundhousebeacon.com

Sample the Valley’s agricultural heritage and progressive cuisine: Willow at Mirbeau

Willow at Mirbeau draws upon the Hudson Valley to represent the region’s agricultural heritage. Combined with the spa atmosphere of Mirbeau, the menu showcases the team’s dedication to progressive American cuisine. Featuring local and seasonal produce from multi-generational farms, emergent food artisans, and craft distillers, the restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and brunch! Live Music is featured on Sunday from 11:30 am to 2:30 pm.

Willow at Mirbeau
Rhinebeck
845.516.7327
www.willow.mirbeau.com

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