We were just passing by this town on a long drive from Philadelphia to VT but we enjoyed our first…read morestop so much, we stopped here again on our way home! There is indoor and outdoor seating. All the outdoor tables have umbrellas. Dog friendly. You order and pay inside (tip: know your table number when you go to order). We tried two of their salads (Waldorf, southwest Cobb)... we enjoyed them all... very fresh, good sized. Got both of these on both trips in. The turkey BLT wrap was great! Parking - we parked in a lot behind the restaurant. Most people had to pay the meter but we had a handicap hangtag and the handicap spot was free. Would def recommend!

Boy, are there a lot of post-hike options in New Paltz. I stopped by here this past Saturday…read moreafternoon after an 8.7-mile hike in nearby Minnewaska State Park. The weather had been pretty mediocre throughout the day but that clearly hadn't stopped the tourists from invading the downtown area - the place was teeming with people when I came in around 3pmish. I didn't do a ton of research on potential eating spots (a lot of SE Asian eateries, which seemed kind of random?) but picked Lola's because it was a block or two from where I parked, and I immediately imprinted on the Short Rib Grilled Cheese when I saw it on the online menu. Decision made. Since it was starting to get a little nicer out, I would have liked a spot outside in the front patio. But the girl at the check-in (I feel like there's a much better term for that) asked me to go inside, which for sure was a bias against the fact that I was a solo diner. I get it in theory, but it's not fun to get treated like a second-class citizen because you don't have a posse with you in a tourist trap. Regardless, the interior was fine; looked like it had been redone within the last year or so; what it lacked in personality it made up for in terms of overall spiffiness (and the area where the personality DID come through was in the bathroom area, with tongue-in-check "Whatever" gender signs on the doors and edgy art by the sinks. Tell me you're a college town without telling me you're a college town.). The set-up in here is more casual than I assumed; I was told that my table was #10 (the numbers were clearly marked on each table, reminiscent of Smashburger), and that once I decided what I wanted, I needed to go up to the counter to order. Someone WOULD serve the food, but a big chunk of the experience is DIY. I ordered the aforementioned Short Rib Grilled Cheese w/ Fries, along with a Diet Pepsi, and waited. I thought this was pretty inefficient, as there were plenty of employees nearby who easily could have just taken my order at the table instead of having me sit down, then stand up and walk across the restaurant to order, and then sit back down. The wait was a little longer than I would have guessed, just given the straightforward order and casual, almost fast-food style to the business model; it took close to 20 minutes to get my sandwich, I'd guess. Not egregious, and there WERE a number of other customers on the premises as well. The Grilled Cheese was just okay - I tend to grade on a curve after a hike, but I thought it was really drippy/greasy, and I wasn't crazy about the tomato compote it came with (which is a personal palate preference and something that WAS specifically referenced on the menu and I didn't request its exclusion; easy to remove, regardless). The short ribs aspect was unsurprisingly the best part. The fries were decent; a little pale but cooked through. There was a pickle hidden underneath them that was a little emotionally upsetting but it is what it is. This was fine and could have been worse, but the next time I'm in town I'm going to keep walking down the street and trying one of the many other options nearby. The target demo for this feels a little more 2am college student than hungry hiker in the afternoon.

Main Course has been one of my go-to spots in New Paltz for years. It's one of those places you…read moretrust when you want a real farm to table meal done right everything tastes fresh, clean, and actually thought out. You can tell they care about the ingredients, not just throwing stuff on a plate. Their baked goods are lowkey some of the best around too. Perfect with a coffee, just sit there and chill. And the vibe? Super warm, relaxed, no nonsense. Feels like a local spot in the best way. Consistent, quality, and always hits. One of my favorites in the Hudson valley.

Love Main Course when I'm looking for a fresh healthy tasting lunch. Salads are top notch and I…read moreloveeeee the dressings! It's on the pricier side but I appreciate the quality. Counter service but they have a well oiled system that delivers the food quickly! Love to peek at all the little goodies in the shop area. The indoor space is very farm to table vibes and there are a few outdoor seats! Good new paltz option

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!

Green Bar on Main St in New Paltz, is a minimal smoothie/juice/salad/açaí bowl/salad bar with clean…read morelines and a simple, grey palette, where less froufrou truly is more. Out of everything these folks offer, I decided on a banana+peanut butter+protein powder+ almond milk+etc shake (I know, these folks call it a shake ¯\_(ツ)_/¯). No ice, no fillers, just substance- which you want from a smoothie- I mean shake. The wait is long with only one person tending to salad orders, whipping up smoothies, going back to the kitchen, etc. Whether this is their normal, it's not working. For my one smoothie, I mean- shake, it was a 20 minute wait. Good actually. The gal behind the counter was apologetic- but just call your order ahead to avoid the wait.

Traveling back south to NYC with friends from upstate, decided on this as a good meeting point to…read moregrab a juice! Amazing fresh ingredients, nice folks, best to allow time for a handmade juice! Street parking on a tight busy street, if you can find it!

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 haven't stopped in yet, but I've ordered delivery quite a few times. Their breakfast sandwiches…read moreare out of this world. I enjoy the Luca & Jackson's favorite. Tasty tater tots. Solid cookies. Everything always comes hot and fresh.

I was a loyalist to Russos so I had to try this. It's very sad they got rid of focaccia BUT the my…read morecousin Luca is still here which I had to order. The chicken was so thin and crispy. And the onion was the thinnest I've ever seen! Delicious!

Veggie burger, shepherdess pie and penne primavera are what we ordered this Sunday afternoon. To…read morewash my burger down was a glass of Pinot Noir. Irish music was playing for St. Patty's day and it was a very suburban vibe here. 1pm and the place was starting to fill up. We added a vanilla creme brulee towards the end which was good as well. Lovely place and service and I'd highly recommend.

Fantastic food, apps and drinks. Great warm atmosphere with a welcoming caring staff. Garvan's is…read morenot to be missed!

Best sandwiches I had in a long time. So good that we went 3x in 24 hours because we couldn't get…read moreenough. Pickles are awesome.

Owner and staff just rude and unwelcoming…read more Sandwiches good but a little light on the meat. Don't need to give business to unwelcoming owner and staff.

Excellent anniversary dinner- charming restaurant with local Hudson Valley ingredients and warm…read morehospitality. Special touches and unique twist on traditional dishes left us satiated. The curated cocktail menu was fantastic, well balanced and NYC centric.

It was our anniversary dinner after a hard day of hiking and we wanted a nice place to go. I had…read morescheduled a flower delivery a couple of days before. I called the restaurant and was informed that the flowers were not there. The owner called me back and said all of the florists were closed, but since it was my anniversary dinner, she would pick flowers from HER OWN Garden and have them ready for me! Sure enough, we stepped in and she came a few minutes later with the bouquet! Service above and beyond!! The food was excellent, dishes with items you wouldn't have thought to put together, and an excellent dessert! Decor made you feel at home, cozy, like being in a house. Would definitely go back again! Thank you Claire

Best deep dish crust in Hudson Valley & beyond. Gonna try the thin crust next! Can't wait.read more

When you are the Pizza Beast you gotta do a little bit of everything. Same plaza, 2 pizzerias, so I…read morehit both. Grabbed a Grandma slice from Pasqualle's and a White slice with basil & balsamic drizzle from Rino's, plus some garlic knots because, well, Beast's gotta eat and I was hungry. Pasqualle's: Classic feel, decent crust, but sauce was a bit flat. Solid traditional slice, nothing wild. Rino's: Crust was the star -- nice crust crunch, well-made. Sauce was loose, slightly chunky, and garlicky. White slice had great balance with the balsamic drizzle. Garlic knots from Rino's: Super garlicky in the best way. Both places were clean and roomy, prices were fair. Service was very good. Verdict: Pasqualle's is traditional and safe. Rino's brings more flavor and flair -- and wins this round.