Bob&#x27;s Restaurant

We brunched at Hudson Roastery twice on our winter getaway weekend to the Valley. In a word: it's…read morea gem! The shop offers everything you want or need: comfy seating, warm environs, genuinely friendly and attentive service, delicious from-scratch foods and beverages, and good prices. The trays of homemade baked goods coming straight out of the kitchen looked and smelled wonderful, too. Hudson Roastery is really good at what it does. I highly recommend it!

Incredibly bummed, especially seeing all the positive press around the quality and the sourcing…read morethey claim to approach business with, that quite a lot of the food being served was from SYSCO or another large similar restaurant supply vendor, ordered by the case and baked from frozen. Now first off, don't get me wrong, buying in bulk or sacrificing the quality of some ingredients to large suppliers like this is definitely a reality when running a restaurant. Even moreso in this day and age when ingredient prices are exorbitant. That said, it needs to be reflected in the price point. Pastries are arranged beautifully under cloches in the display case, but I could spot the premade, ready-to-bake spinach feta bistro (https://www.chefswarehouse.com/products/QZ119984/) or ham and cheese croissant (https://www.chefswarehouse.com/products/99971/) from a mile away. The avocado spread on the preassembled breakfast sandwiches is definitely the pulp from the 3lb bag from Chef's Warehouse too. I know that taste! All of that said, they had a few items in the case that I'm sure weren't from one of these big vendors. Which was great to see. My (yes, unsolicited!) advice would be to pare down the menu. Offer just a bit less so you can focus on the quality. Try and tap into some local producers if you can! That's one of the best things about the Hudson Valley... how much all the purveyors and markets and cafes support each other. It's clear too how much they care about the community. They're dog friendly inside. No WiFi to encourage people to chat with one another. Fine. I really want to see this place continue to thrive, it's just a bit of a bummer that a significant part of the menu including things that really should be fresh, aren't.

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Croissant

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Menu and pastries

Cafe Mutton

4.5(66 reviews)

1.3 mi

I'm sure I'm not telling anyone anything new by heaping on more praise for everyone's favorite…read morerestaurant in everyone's favorite Hudson Valley town. But it's hard not to love the decadent brunch here, especially surrounded by fall weather in the mountains. We shared the perfectly-executed French omelette, served with a mound of excellent caramelized onions and raclette, as well as the maple crepes. There were a few seasonal items that had been recommended to me which I was sad not to see on the menu, such as the tomato sandwich, but all those regrets were quickly washed away in butter.

Perfect. The omelette, crepes, squash soup (special), and tiny salad were all amazing and I can't…read morewait to come back to try more.

Kitchen

Jellied pork $16 with sourdough toast and pickles

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Banque

4.6(30 reviews)

This was our first stop in Hudson and it was really cute! We were looking for a spot that was close…read moreto the brewery we were meeting friends at after and this fit the bill. The lighting was a little odd but it is a cute concept. It's a renovated bank building so lots high ceilings and marble floors. It's technically two businesses: a sit down restaurant with European fare and a cafe full of flaky pastries and all the bon bons you've ever wanted. We did a little of both. We ordered a cocktail and bergamot soda at the restaurant (both of which were quite refreshing!) along with a steak frites that we shared. The fries were more like wedges which I liked and it also came with roasted carrots. Then, for dessert we popped over to the cafe for the brown butter bourbon and rye chocolate chip cookie! What a delight! So many flavors that I love packed into a dense cookie. YUM! Overall, Banque is a nice stop for some elevated dishes and treats in Hudson. Cocktail and bergamot soda

Beautifully decorated establishment with equally nice bathrooms (yes, it's come to this, LOL!)…read more Their large croissants were flaky and buttery and their soup and sandwich were both equally delicious. Service was quick and friendly. We got there an hour before they closed and managed to snag some of their cookies and croissants to take back home. We were all quite impressed with this place.

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Wylde

3.8(12 reviews)

1.5 mi

Cute coffee shop with a very good amount of seating. It's almost always crowded but you can usually…read moreget lucky grabbing a table or a seat at the counter. The coffee is good, but I wish they offered more food options. Their tea options are interesting, and on this visit, I had "Love," which was a mix of Rose and Cedar. Free WiFi is great, too. I often pop in to read or wow when I'm in town.

I love a cafe that feels like a third space. Wylde is the kind of spot you could hang out and…read morelounge at for hours. The staff were really friendly and the atmosphere just felt so warm and welcoming. Unfortunately, we were just stopping by for a quick caffeine fix but I could have easily stayed here for a while. Lots of cozy couches and seating makes this a great spot to relax and sip your bevvies. My matcha was really well made. Not too sweet at all, either.

Dank matcha lemon loaf and cheese danish

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The Maker Cafe

3.7(57 reviews)

Came here during Storm Fern as it was one of the only places open with the snow. We had a great…read morebreakfast, both of us got the egg plate. Bacon was very crispy. Our waitress was sweet and didn't rush us as we waited for the snow to settle. Later we picked up baked goods and the pistachio crossiant was lovely. Cozy, chic, beautiful hotel cafe.

Fantastic breakfast on a Friday at the Maker Cafe. Makara was a lovely server and answered all of…read moreour menu questions easily. We will bring friends and family with us next time.

Breakfast sandwich

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Kitty's Market

4.3(80 reviews)

1.7 mi

My trip to Hudson started strong with Kitty's! Located right outside the train station, Kitty's…read moreoffers quick bites and pastries. I tried three items: the blueberry corn cookie, maple cruller, and the bacon, egg, and cheese sandwich. All were fantastic. The corn cookie was a novelty. It was crumbly and slightly gritty, as corn pastries tend to be. It wasn't too sweet. Although I'm glad I tried it, the cookie pales in comparison to the cruller, which was deliciously sweet, with crisp edges and a soft, custardy interior. The sandwich was great, as well. The eggs were fluffy, the bun soft, the bacon thick and crisp. It was good! If you're visiting Hudson, make this your first stop!

Juicy deliciously spiced chicken is here!!…read more Very focused menu here and I love that.. means what they offer is what they do really well. Rotisserie chicken is their thing. You can get the whole chicken, half or quarter. For me, quarter was more than enough. If you get a quarter chicken, you get two sides. If you get half a chicken, then you get three sides. I feel like it should be the opposite to offset the amount of food. But honestly it was perfect, still a big portion. For sides, they offer crispy fingerling potatoes, cole slaw, market salad and butter rice. Their Cole slaw is amazing with that poppyseed dressing. And salad had a variety of greens and crunchy toppings with a light dressing. Also! The plate comes with two sauces - spicy chili oil (mild) and yogurt dip. It was all SO FREAKING GOOD. I'm a dipper so bring on the sauce! The drink offering is also abundant. Lots of craft sodas, botanical drinks, coffees and a full bar in the back. Ghia hit the spot for me. It's not cheap but for this quality of food it's more than worth it. For the vibe..it's a confused vibe. You order at the counter and sit down with a number to wait for your food. The decor is eclectic which I thought was fun. But the music.. it went from country to weird edm dance music. I think Kittys can gain a lot from a curated playlist. Sitting there I felt curious and excited to be immersed more but it wasn't giving.

Market shelf

Rotisserie Chicken (Half)

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Cafe Marguerite

4.9(35 reviews)

45.9 mi

I really really like the food & the coffee, even the simple salad tastes delicious. I am…read morepleasantly surprised and I will definitely be coming back for more! Food is very good! Service is friendly! Ambience is simple and cosy, could be lovelier with some warm torches!

A lovely little cafe with a wonderful staff and the perfect menu. We stopped two days in a row…read moreduring our weekend in the Catskills. It seems like you could get almost everything you need right here. They offered sweet morning pastries, there was a selection of cakes and desserts to bring back to our accommodations for later, and they offered a cooked breakfast and lunch (and brunch!) menu. The coffee was great, and we took some beans home. If you live locally, I read that they also offer free used coffee grinds to take home to your garden. My favorite part of the cafe, is that the donut flavors rotate, making things very interesting. I absolutely loved my little lemon poppyseed donut, but when the warm cinnamon sugar ones came right out of the oven, they absolutely stole the show. The burger for lunch was delightful, and the quiche was quite lovely as well. Highly recommend stopping in, no matter the occasion you will leave feeling refreshed with a wonderful bite to eat.

Americano and a pain au chocolate

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Taste Budd's Cafe

4.4(229 reviews)

19.3 mi

This bakery/café has a cozy vibe! When you walk in, you are drawn to the large array of food and…read morebeverage choices. They have fair trade coffee and many tea options, numerous bakery and chocolate selections, and tastefully displayed snacks and candies. In addition, the food menu is diverse, with many vegetarian-friendly options. I ordered the chicken, rice, greens and black bean bowl, which was overflowing with food. I couldn't finish it! The tater tots are not to be missed. In addition, the chocolate chip bar is a known favorite. It was delicious!

Cute little cafe for a drink and a snack. They've got lots of fresh baked goods, including macaron,…read morelots of small tarts, and pastries. Their drinks are fun and creative. Inside has a great vibe and is a very comfortable space to just hang out or study. Would recommend if in the area.

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Chocolate candy

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Menu of sandwiches and wraps

Bartlett House

4.1(143 reviews)

8.8 mi

Absolutely delicious and unique pastries, a gem! I just wish it was closer. Grilled cheese and…read morehazelnut pastries to die for!

Nice establishment in Ghent with a wide variety of breakfast and lunch items, pastries, donuts and…read morebeverages. The dining room has an antique decor and feels lively. It can get busy and even calling ahead there can be a wait for coffee/tea items. The donuts are soft, yeasty and the jam fillings are tasty. Our party had the breakfast quesadilla, the breakfast burger, and the Lure breakfast sandwich (my favorite of the items we purchased due to the local smoked salmon). The matcha latte was creamy. Overall, a great local establishment and would visit again.

Quite a selection of baked goods! My regret is not getting the large scone versus the petite one! :-p

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Governor's Tavern

4.6(168 reviews)

Nice pub atmosphere. Excellent burger and chicken Caesar salad. The staff were very attentive and…read morepleasant. I plan on returning. Good vibes.

"We don't have a cocktail menu, but we can make anything you'd like."…read more That was one of the first things our server told us, and honestly, it was refreshing. These days, it feels like every bar has a cocktail menu full of creatively named drinks that require reading a list of ingredients just to figure out what you're ordering. At Governor's Tavern, if you want a gin and tonic, you simply ask for a gin and tonic. The only decision you need to make is which gin you'd like. I'm not much of a cocktail person, but I appreciate that not every place feels the need to reinvent the wheel. The place was packed at lunchtime, but we got lucky and grabbed a pair of seats across from the bar. The server who I quoted was genuinely friendly and welcoming. I ordered a Guinness, but unfortunately the keg had just kicked. She recommended the Samuel Smith chocolate stout instead and even brought me a sample before I committed to taste since I never heard of it, which was a nice touch. For food, we ordered the State Grill burger and the Nashville Hot chicken sandwich. Both were excellent, and each came with Belgian-style hand-cut fries. If you're spending the day browsing the boutiques and antique shops along Warren Street and want a drink, a good meal, and a lively mix of locals and tourists, Governor's Tavern is worth a stop.