Such an adorable place with really good food. Unfortunately, the service we experienced today was…read moreextremely disappointing. We ordered three sandwiches, and at the time my husband placed the order, he was the only customer there. While we were waiting, two other customers came in, clearly friends of the cook and spent time chatting with her about everything from yoga classes to NYC's Mamdami. After their conversation, they placed their order and received their food before we did, as well as before another couple who had also been waiting. It was frustrating and honestly disappointing to see others served first despite arriving later. We've visited before and had a lovely experience, which makes this even more unfortunate. I believe the woman assisting us at that time may have been the owner or a manager, which makes the situation more concerning. It's a shame because the space and food are wonderful, but today it felt like you need to personally know the cook to receive timely service.

The cutest little cafe & market we ever did see! "We would come here all the time if we lived in…read morethe area!" ... Is something I said out loud multiple times during our visit. They market side of the business stocks hyper-local produce & products from arugula to heirloom tomatoes to ceramic mugs to creamed honey. We picked out two perfectly ripe peaches & a bundle of garlic scapes to take home. The cafe portion has options galore. We couldn't believe our eyes when we saw a gluten-free fried chicken sandwich on the menu. The very sweet cafe worker told us that it was the best fried chicken sandwich she's ever had, gluten-free or otherwise. So we had absolutely no choice but to order two sandwiches, for science. I also ordered an iced latte with oat milk. While we waited for our order, we sat inside at one of the tables by the window. This allowed us some time to appreciate the vibe of Random Harvest. We were sitting, essentially, right in the produce section of the market, but it was still comfortable & warm (literally & figuratively.) I noticed quite a few posters on the bulletin board for upcoming events, local artists, local music, etc. It seems like there's a really great community there. When our sandwiches arrived, we had to snap a few photos. It all just looked so good - & it was! The latte was smooth & balanced. The sandwich was delectable. The pickle was the perfect touch. It seems like a very random place for such a cool business to be situated (perhaps the reason for the name) & I'm so glad we stopped. If we're ever in the area again, we will absolutely be back for another gluten-free fried chicken sandwich! Also - I sautéed the garlic scapes at home a few days later in butter, salt, & pepper. They were phenomenal.

We had such a fabulous time at Morningbird last weekend. Everything about the experience was on…read morepoint: the vibes, the service, the food, the drinks. It certainly didn't hurt that the weather was beautiful and there was one outdoor table open when we arrived so we could sit with our dog by our side. Morningbird is a great fit for the area and absolutely worth visiting even if you're a town or two away. We came here around 1pm on a Saturday, on our way from Hudson to the Adirondacks. Thankfully it was on the way, allowing us to both shave off a bit of our drive and try a new spot we'd been eying for a while. Thanks to some pictures on Google, I saw that there were at least a few outdoor tables, which was important because we had our dog with us. You need to order inside but they'll bring it out to your when it's ready. Though we only spent all of five minutes indoors, I immediately loved the vibe and could picture myself hanging, reading, working here for a while. All the tables were full at this hour, but it did not seem overly packed. The coffee here is delicious, though I can only speak to the cold brew. That said, a friend of ours speaks highly of the lattes/other espresso drinks, for what it's worth. While waiting for my coffee, I perused the selection of prepared foods -- curated with a precision I've come to expect of most businesses in this area. As some have mentioned, the food at Morningbird (and the neighboring Aviary) is Asian-inspired, as are the items for sale. Expect gourmet condiments and seasoning, alongside plenty of coffee/tea and coffee/tea-related products. It's a marvel that I didn't walk out of there with five jars of chili crisp (potentially my all-time favorite condiment). Food-wise, I got the Iceberg Wedge w/ fried shiitakes, blistered sungolds, salted cashews, vegan thai green goddess dressing and my partner got the Fried Omelette and Kale over rice w/ garlic fried rice, roasted kale, crispy shallot. Every ingredient of both dishes was fresh and delicious and flavorful, and the preparations were familiar with a bit of whimsy. The prices are extremely reasonable for both items, but it's possible that it's because they're both on the smaller side as far as entrees go. Not a complaint, just worth mentioning in case you are very hungry. Service was super fast, almost impossibly so. An enjoyable experience start to finish, making Morningbird a spot we'll certainly be returning to.

Delicious breakfast sandwiches! the mochi donuts are also very good. The prices are a little high…read morefor the portions you get. Not something I could afford all the time. The venue is super cute but the service could be friendlier.

As another review mentioned, ever since the pandemic began in 2020 this place is no longer open,…read morewith the exception that you can pre-order a meal to pick up (to go only), and that being on Saturdays only. It's too bad since Chatham is a very small village (Main St is only one block long) and this is a PRIME spot for a nice cafe or restaurant to be serving our community. It used to be a busy cafe open for business, now it's still there but always closed, for FOUR YEARS now. I guess covid killed their mojo.

Great little cafe. The food was very savory. I loved the outdoor space where you can enjoy the…read moresmall town scenery. Highly recommend the lattes. The pastries are excellent

What a great place! Was passing through the area on a Sunday morning so I stoped with my family. I…read morehad an iced latte and my husband got an americano. My kids each got a chocolate croissant and I had a cheese scone. Honestly didn't love the scone I got but it wasn't poorly made or anything, it just wasn't for me. It was bright, clean and very quick and friendly service. I'll absolutely return!

Under new management, a little more selection of food with some breakfast and lunch items added…read more Very friendly staff

My Upstate getaway was full of meanderings, and those meanderings often included visits to the…read morefarms around town. Golden Harvest was one of those farms, chosen by my husband who planned the entire trip. I was along for the ride. It's quaint and hard to miss with its bright-red, apple-shaped sign. We parked in front of the shop, and the smell of freshly baked goods greeted us when we entered. At that moment I knew this place would not disappoint. The counter had pies, turnovers, and cookies on display, but we came with a mission: secure a cider donut. It's so refreshing to see donuts sold at a reasonable price. For $1.35, these were a steal compared to the $6 ones sold in the city. (Yes, $6 for a single!) The donuts, which were still warm when we had them, were generously coated with cinnamon sugar. You could taste the apple cider with each bite. I would have ordered more, but I was saving my appetite for barbecue. (See my review for their smokehouse on my profile!)

Second visit today was awful. Came at 5:20 and staff was packing up (closing 6pm). I shopped…read morearound and had about $50 in my basket. Was looking at raspberries which looked really squished and had some flies and debating whether to buy and tried ONE. I quickly got scolded by a male worker who stood and stared at me and then loudly announced " I was eating all his berries." Very embarrassing. Disappointed that my items were put in a Georgia peaches box as I had naively assumed they were locally grown. On the way out decided to try the BBQ. Stood at the counter while two young girls stared at me no greeting, asking if I could order and they said Yeah rudely. Ordered a $4 iced tea, pulled pork sandwich and my partner got the smash burger. We asked for a cup of water and was told no, only the $2 bottled water. Ok. Burger was awful, thin, not cooked through and $12 for fast food quantity with no side. Pulled pork sandwich was ok but not at all worth $14. Came to almost $40 for two sandwiches that was not worth it. Got home and cut open an apple and it was rotten inside. Not a good visit at all.

Great little organic market! Stopped by several times while…read morevisiting the area. Staff was very friendly.

Oh, happy day! I am a major fan of the Hawthorne Valley Farm Store and Bakery. We became devotees…read moreof their seven grain bread, but recently there was a major change in how it was made, going from a very substantial REAL loaf of bread to a fluffy, airy version that was no longer worth buying. After sadly discontinuing it in our usual purchases for a while, we decided to give it a try again. In a small but true bit of good news, they seem to have gone back to making the old, righteous recipe. Kudos to the Hawthorne Valley Farm bakers!

Amazing strawberries! The staff is very friendly and if you're looking for what's local and in…read moreseason you will probably find options here. It's not huge so they can't have everything but you can count on quality.

Bought their chicken pot pie and some pastries. The pastries are delicious! Having the pot pie…read moretonight. Everyone was very friendly and we will definitely be back!

We stopped into Shipwreck News, Books & Café after checking into the James Newbury Hotel because it…read morewas the only place open for lunch. The café is very small, with just four counter seats and four small tables, and it's undeniably cute inside. I was especially excited to see a vegan sandwich on the menu. After we were seated, our drink order was taken. Unfortunately, they didn't have iced coffee, lemon for tea, or any diet soda, so we settled for a regular soda and a black tea. Once our drinks were ordered, we were told we had to get up and order our food at the bar, which felt a little odd after being seated and waited on initially. I ordered the vegan sandwich, and my husband had the biscuits and gravy with scrambled eggs. The food took a while to arrive. As soon as I saw my sandwich, I knew I'd made the wrong choice. It consisted of sautéed kale, a chickpea patty, vegan cheese that looked and tasted like Velveeta, and a single slice of tomato that cost an extra $2. The sandwich was completely flavorless and honestly disappointing. My husband's biscuits and gravy weren't much better. They were so overloaded with black pepper that his nose ran through the entire meal. It's too bad some of that seasoning didn't make its way onto the vegan sandwich! When we finished, we had to get up once again to pay the bill. Overall, the service felt slow and disorganized, with an awkward mix of table service and counter service. It's a very charming little spot with plenty of potential, but the food and service both need significant improvement to create a better customer experience. Unfortunately, this isn't a place we'd be eager to return to.

Lovely little place that has books and coffee! It's a bookstore cafe. Friendly staff and patrons…read more People talked with us, asked if we were local, etc. Cart outside with free books. Good coffee!