We are sometimes skeptical that a restaurant with an extensive, many-page menu spanning multiple…read moregenres/ethnicities of food may not be able to do it all well. But the Red Dot seems to nail every single dish. We started with the multigrain vegan waffle with fresh fruit and loved it! So clean and flavorful, with perfectly ripe fruit. I do think the fruit should have been included, because it would have been a bit plain without it. Next, we had the ancient grains kitchari which was incredible. We loved all the fresh vegetables perfectly cooked, adding a variety of textures and flavors. It is offered as mild, medium, or hot; we got hot, which was great but not overly spicy, and we might request extra spicy next time. Lastly, we got the breakfast paratha wrap filled with their incredible tofu scramble. We were so impressed by how non-greasy it was (both the paratha and the scramble). We are always looking for food that isn't overly salty or oily, which is hard to find, but the Red Dot managed to do everything perfectly. Also major props to their masala chai, made super fresh with your choice of milk. The soy milk was creamy and pleasantly sweet and it didn't even require adding sugar. So rare to find vegan masala chai. The food takes fairly long to come out, but we felt it was worth it because of how delicious everything was; we also appreciated the generous portions. I think we have found one of our new favorite restaurants!

Very charming lovely peaceful ambience and excellent food! Marvelous curry! Such crisp pomegranate…read moreiced tea! Very tasty & satisfying breakfast tofu scramble with fresh flavorful herbs and veggies. The cookies are huge and so delicious to eat bit by bit! Lovely latte. Service is thoughtful, caring and attentive to details.

Pretty good butternut squash, cashew, jasmine rice soup! Creamy though, had a little too much cumin…read moreor some kind of spice. Probably wouldn't come back, but glad to try this place.

This place is an absolute gem and was a highlight of my recent trip to the area…read more I was staying in New Paltz and looking for a spot to grab some lunch and maybe get a little work done. I found Karma Road on Yelp--a vegan cafe? Yes, please. It's a small cafe with a few tables inside as well as a few outside. When I arrived, the outdoor seating was full but there was a few tables available inside that were perfect for my needs (dining and working). It's an order at the counter set up. I knew I wanted a sandwich and was leaning toward an avocado sandwich they had on menu. The worker was excessively kind and welcoming. Upon hearing it was my first time there, they asked if I might like a recommendation. I mentioned I was thinking of getting a sandwich. They shared that they're favorite sandwich was the baked tofu. I asked if I could get it with avocado added, they enthusiastically recommended I do so! I did, and my goodness--that sandwich was outta this world. It was absolutely divine. It came with some cucumbers that were seasoned and seemed to have maybe a squeeze of citrus as well? I truly don't know what they had on them but what a simple yet absolutely astoundingly fresh and fabulous side. Whether you're vegan, vegetarian, or simply like good food--seriously, give this gem a shot. It is well worth the stop. Get to it!

This place is amazing, I am so happy I was able to go there and try their food. My burger was…read morefantastic. The burger, vegetables snd sauce complimented eachother perfectly. The Mac and cheese was delicious and creamy! The potato salad was also very flavorful. I forget what the deserts we tried were called but they were also excellent. The staff was very friendly and the service was phenomenal. Everything was perfect.

We've been talking about visiting Fogwood & Fig for years. At first, we thought it was…read morepredominantly a dessert place based on their social media posts. But the more we looked into the menu, the more excited we became. I would say their specialty is burgers and sandwiches. Virtually every ingredient is made from scratch daily (except the sourdough bread, from a local farm), including impressive items like multiple types of burger patty and cheesy cashew sauce. We were so excited about their food that we went three days in a row! Day 1: The Fogwood smoky burger was outstanding. The BLT was also delicious; we loved the smoke salted tofu. For a lighter option, we got the sunshine curry quinoa chickpea bowl. It was healthy and nutritious, although I felt the flavor profile was a bit off; it was heavy on the curry powder and weirdly sweet. The side of mac and cheese was GREAT. We loved the sauce made from sweet potatoes, carrots, and cashews (I think it was oil-free). Not heavy or creamy, just flavorful and good! For dessert, we got the lavender almond cupcake which we LOVED. It was gluten-free, although you wouldn't guess it. It had a perfect fluffy texture and great nuanced flavor. We loved that it wasn't made with coconut oil (just olive oil). Truly special. The vast majority of their desserts (as well as their homemade cheeses) do contain coconut oil. Day 2: The patty melt sandwich was a big hit. Incredible flavor. The Levi Reuben served over greens (instead of on bread) was also delicious. We loved the fennel sage patty and the homemade sauerkraut. We got the kids' PB&J as a snack which was SO good with homemade peanut butter and homemade raspberry jam. Very impressive. Lastly, we couldn't resist getting the signature Snickers-inspired bar, which was so good it should be illegal. Day 3: We were excited to try their daily special, the teriyaki chili rice bowl, made with homemade ginger tofu patties. It was delicious, although it could have used some greens. We tried two more of their burgers to explore the menu further, the flirty burger and the teriyaki burger, and both were great. A devastating disappointment came when, even though we walked in within 10 minutes of their opening, they had already sold out of the special dessert advertised on their Instagram, the carrot spice cupcake with pecan glaze, the only dessert they had that was coconut-free. It seems like they inexplicably only make 4-6 cupcakes per day and then don't make more even if they sell out?! (Who does that??) Overall, we loved the food and are so glad they exist. Major props for making so many things from scratch. We really appreciated how nothing was fried or greasy, really hard to find these days. They also deserve special mention for having top-notch service. All the employees were so kind and accommodating, and every dish came out quickly and made to perfection. The vibe of the restaurant is really peaceful and would be an equally good spot to have a quick meal or to linger all day.

This is a popular place in New Paltz for breakfast. On the weekends there are large lines waiting…read moreto get in. There is not much seating so plan to wait for a while. They have a large menu with tons of options. They offer their cheap breakfast options which are great with locals and college students. At night they offer a sushi happy hour which is great if you're looking for a late dinner. I ordered the chicken and waffles. They gave me light fluffy waffles with a baked chicken breast on top. I was pleasantly surprised with the chicken. I didn't expect it to be baked. It usually comes out fried. The food was good and the portion sizes were good. I enjoyed my meal. I want to come back here for the sushi happy hour so I will check it out soon.

Never a bad meal at this new Paltz staple! The staff is accommodating and the prices fair!read more

I love the GC. The food is incredible, service amazing and ambiance so pleasant and Woodstocky!…read more Dishes are very well seasoned, regardless of the fact there is no meat. You should really give it a try, even if not vegan or vegetarian. An A++++.

The Garden Cafe is a favorite that we wish we could visit more often. It is an unparalleled spot…read morefor vegan comfort food. Their menu is extensive and impressive; they have some all-star dishes on their permanent menu as well as a rotating daily menu with a legendary lineup of seasonal items. I really appreciate that they have dishes that are hard to come by such as lentil loaf and lasagna, and these never disappoint. The lentil loaf is unique; it is a little brick of lentils (not your traditional sliceable mush of breadcrumbs and minced veggies). It's very well seasoned and the tomato sauce on top is not overly sweet. The mashed potatoes and mushroom gravy and (very) garlicky greens make it a great meal. The lasagna is one of my favorite dishes. It's pasta-free and just made from layers of sliced zucchini and other veggies sandwiched with their delicious crumbly housemade cashew cheese. The herby tomato sauce is super flavorful. The side salad and garlic bread that accompany it are great also; an ultra comforting meal. We enjoyed the macro meal, although honestly not as much as the other dishes. The pan-seared tofu was delicious, but the arame seaweed salad was super seaweedy and salty - a bit much for me. I'm also not sure why they didn't serve it in a bowl, which would have made the rice etc. easier to eat. It seemed to be missing something - perhaps avocado, or a hunk of sweet potato. A few items at the Garden Cafe are a little perplexing, compared to how perfect most of their food is. The tempeh is just ok. It's heavily marinated in a sweet and salty sauce and kind of strange. Also disappointing that it's just a big brand tempeh rather than one of the local tempeh brands available in the area. The housemade focaccia is also bizarre. The texture made me think it was gluten-free (but it's not). Is it whole wheat?? If that's the case, awesome, but they should mention that on the menu, so you aren't taken aback when you don't get pillowy airy bread and instead get something flat and gray that could be mistaken for a biscotti. We LOVE the Garden Cafe and wish more places like this existed serving organic classic meals. We wish they would open a location in New York City, but until then, we will be making the drive!

The most interesting things about this place are the cups and the decor. Drinks are weak and the $4…read morevegan chocolate chip cookie was small, burnt, and so bad I threw it out after one small bite. I was super excited when I realized most of this place is vegan, but was disappointed by flavor. The mocha was okay but lacked significant flavor and the vanilla bean latte must have had actual beans used because it was also lacking flavor but had a mysterious crunch. It's a cute place, though, and maybe other items taste better....

Vegetarians rejoice!…read more Where do I start? How about with the best damn sandwich I've had in years. This place was recommended to us, as my wife and I are vegetarians. I ordered the Fontina Panino (vegan sausage, fontina cheese, arugula and fennel mustard on ciabatta) and a cortado to drink. We take out seat in the very cool back room, and only after 5 or so minutes the drink and food arrives. Now I am a complete foodie, really tough on everything I eat, but after one bite I was in love. To the point where I asked Lauren, the owner, what mustard they were using, and then ordered a panini press when I got home hoping to recreate the magic. Perfectly chewy bread, just the right balance of sweet and savory, and that mustard. Truly amazing. My wife ordered the avocado toast which she said was perfection. I wish I could bundle this place up and ship it to New Haven because I'd be eating one of those sandwiches every week. As for everything else: The service was great. The atmosphere laid back and funky. Everything was reasonable priced. LOVE LOVE LOVE Cafe Joust!

Tried Ziatun, a Palestinian restaurant in Beacon and it was phenomenal - would highly recommend…read morecoming here for a lunch or dinner. After a hike, we ordered some hearty food (waited around 30 minutes) for lunch. We shared the Futur medley as our appetizer, and I was especially impressed with the hummus, baba ganoush, and bean dishes! I also tried the slow roasted lamb with hummus. Everything was great, and I'd definitely return!

This restaurant was really cute (and had great decor) with indoor and outdoor seating…read more My friend and I ordered the za'atar fries and it was just regular basic fries. I got the bamia okra stew and it was a light and simple dish that makes you feel at home. I liked that it wasn't too heavy since it was a hot day. I also tried the baba ghanoush and the hummus. I wish the baba ghanoush was a little bit more seasoned, but my friend loved it the way it was. My absolute favorite tho was the hummus, as this was probably the best hummus I've ever had. I will definitely come back here the next time I'm in Beacon.

Enjoyed a beautiful dinner with colleagues/friends at The Wild…read more From botanically delectable cocktails to a farm to table menu concept that is kept seasonally fresh--this place will wow. I started things off I ordered the sacred gift, which was a lovely spirit forward cocktail made with rye, scotch, toasted rice, pandan, and angostura bitters. It was perfectly balanced and pitch perfect in every way. We ordered their local cheese and zucchini for the table. I loved house made toasted crackers that came with the cheeses. They had a nice nutty flavor that paired well with the cheese, jam, and spiced walnuts. The zucchini was perfectly cooked (grilled, maybe?) and served on a bed of pistachio pistou and topped with grated parmesan. It was definitely a favorite of the table. For my main dish, I got the seared branzino which came with heirloom pomodoro, castelvetrano olives, tarragon, and fennel. It was flavorful and perfectly seared. The service throughout the evening was perfect with our server even taking us up on our request to get a quick snap of our group (so kind!). Highly recommend! A lovely evening is just waiting to be had at this Beacon gem. Get to it!

Walked in for a Saturday evening dinner and was able to get seated on the back patio. The…read morerestaurant itself is nice and airy, so you don't feel like the place is crowded even when the restaurant is full. There were many solo and couple diners at the bar as well. Service is very friendly and helpful. The food is good. The seared scallops had great bite and the right amount of buttery-ness. The roasted carrots were tasty, and the Wagyu meatloaf was incredibly rich and delicious. The mashed potatoes that came with the meatloaf were also very creamy. The strawberry yuzu tart for dessert was a bit more sour than I anticipated, but still good.