Our hotel staff highly recommended this restaurant, and it was a fun experience. We sat at the bar overlooking the kitchen and enjoyed interacting with the chefs. Our meal was delicious - the goat cheese wantons and cedar-planked salmon finished off with the incredible homemade bread pudding. read more

WOW!! Prepare your taste buds. These guys can REALLY cook. Wine selection, outstanding. Beers selection also good. Reasonably priced. Great staff. read more

Went here with the girlfriend. High quality food, great service(we had a newer waitress and she was quite attentive). Ordered; oysters, goat chese wontons, ny strip, some kind of shrimp pasta, mint something or other, and a lemoncello flute. Overall I'd give the food a solid 4.5/5. Everything was fresh and properly cooked/prepared. I would certainly go back. Prices were what I expected. Interior of the place is nice with an open kitchen, it certainly adds to the cleanliness of the joint which should be noted as well. Not 5/5 primarily because this is a weighted scale and 4/5 should mean completely edible and worth the trip. read more

I ate 2 meals out while in Poughkeepsie, both were at this place. For lunch I had the Asian chicken wrap, sounded pretty basic, but I was not feeling adventurous and felt like a usual standby. Standby-schmandby, this wrap was the bomb! I don't know how the chicken was cooked, but it was pulled, tender and flavorful. The peanut sauce was good and spicy, and just sweet enough. Definitely a grade above your typical Asian chicken wrap or salad. While chatting with the chef, he gave me a copy of their special menu from the night before (it changes daily), and when my husband came back from his long day of weight-lifting-instructor-ing and we obviously didn't know what to have for dinner, we decided to see how this place was for dinner. How was it, you ask? Awesome. I had the mahi mahi special and hubs had duck. We also had the house-made mozzarella with house-grown tomato caprese salad appetizer. And the samosa appetizer... we were really hungry. Thinking about this food again I wish I was there. Right. Now. read more

Been here a couple of times, nice selection of beers and always changing. The food is excellent no matter what you choose.

I really like Crew and have eaten there about half a dozen times now. The service is great and the food is delicious! Great place to go for drinks as well. read more

Piggybacking somewhat on being squished between Half Time (the largest beer shop in the world, and a place which makes me explode with glee on a regular basis) and The Quite Good Wine/Spirits Shop On The Other Side Which Never Has George Dickel Or Black Bottle And I Can Never Remember The Name, Crew is sitting pretty. Very good beer, surprisingly good food, a laid-back (if a little staid and airport-bar-esque) atmosphere, nice and clean, good prices... good stuff all round. If you're heading to Half Time and it's a long drive, go here for lunch. A perfect day out. read more

Food was excellent, executive staff is CIA trained, which speaks volumes. Jenny at the bar is fantastic. So good we returned the next night and she remembered our entire drink and food order. We will be back the next time we're in Poughkeepsie. read more

This is a great little date spot! Stopped in from out of town looking for a place with great atmosphere and drinks and that is exactly what we found! My boyfriend and I sat at the chefs station and got to watch the cooks which was very entertaining. Our server was great and offered many suggestions, including letting us sample some of the beers. I told our server how much we loved the apple jam butter and she brought us out more! The food was excellent we started off with Mac and cheese bites and then split the shrimp stir fry bowl, both very delicious. I wish they had this place in jersey! read more

I've been going to Crew since it opened about 8-9 years ago. I've always enjoyed it here, and felt that Poughkeepsie benefited greatly from a more "upscale" bar experience coupled with excellent food. They've gone through some changes through the years, but for the most part things have remained consistent and good. This is the one spot I love to stop into for a beer (they usually have about 10 microbrews on tap)and a small bite to eat. read more

I've only been here once, and it was exceptional. The food was outstanding with one of the better seared tuna appetizers I've ever had. I love the open kitchen, the creative offerings and great bar selections. Our service on the other hand left much to be desired. Very impersonal, yet it was very busy. But being busy should never take away from service and personality. Be sure to go to Half Time next door to stock up with the best beer selection around! read more

Always have a great meal here at Crew. I've been coming for a bout 5 years and love it but I just wish they would change up thier menu a little bit. They have dinner specials now, which are amazing but I'm kind of bored of their regular menu now. Staff and service is always great too! read more

I was working in the area and staying at the Hampton and everyone recommended this place. I went there and was extremely impressed. Good atmosphere, amazing food, and what impressed me was I watched the owner inspect every meal. that came out, i also went bAck the next day and the bartender and owner (both named Tom) remembered me and said hello. I would give this place 10 stars if YELP allowed. read more

I ate at crew last night with my family! And it was outstanding! I got the Salmon, and as our appetizer we got the goat cheese wontons. Atmosphere is great! I'd highly recommend it! read more

I wanted to take my staff out for a nice lunch, so we decided on Crew on Route 9 in Poughkeepsie. It turned out to be quite a disappointment. Enough so, so that we will not be coming back. I have a few criteria to rate a restaurant - one is quality, one is value, and one is service. Crew failed on two out of three this visit. Although the service was satisfactory, it was nowhere near outstanding. I could not consider the waitress personable. I felt more like she was going through the motions, with little concern for our dining experience. This is a nicely decorated restaurant, which is trying to be upscale. We used to frequent this restaurant a few years ago, and noticed a very significant decrease in food quality since then. I believe the restaurant was closed due to some tax evasion issue, which must have been resolved, since it is now open again. Crew always has a choice of three freshly made soups every day. I ordered a cup of the Creamy Fennel with Parmesan soup for $4.50. The portion seemed smaller than I remember (maybe 4 or 5 ounces at most). Although tasty, it was too thin to be called creamy and left me wanting more. No one else ordered appetizers. My main meal was the Crew Salad, which was described on the menu as "mesclun greens with toasted croutons, diced tomatoes, sweet carrots, and balsamic dressing." I added grilled shrimp to the salad, which brought the price up to $13.95. Honestly, I saw nothing but greens and four shrimp. It seemed more of an appetizer than a meal. So after my $21 lunch, I was, unfortunately, still hungry. Another with us ordered a cheeseburger. This turned out to be a bloody mess that actually squirted blood all over the place. It was gross and disgusting. One of our other guests suggested Five Guys (a fast food chain) the next time you were in the mood for a burger. The guest who ordered the burger wished we were at the Red Robin down the street. Although the other two meals at the table weren't too bad, I just kept thinking that there are so many nice places in the area to get a much better meal for so much less. I see the Crew as more style and less substance. Sorry, but not for me. read more

This is a dependably excellent place to eat lunch or dinner --especially if you appreciate a nice beer selection on tap and solid wine list. This place is a favorite of ours for snacks and drinks, but we also love to sit at the back bar to watch the cooking! read more

Great place for lunch. I've been here three times with my wife. Every time the food has been terrific, the staff friendly, and the prices reasonable. A great selection of beers is the icing on the cake. And speaking of cake, the daily cheesecake selection in sinfully delicious. After lunch I can walk next door to Half Time check out the beer selection. What could be better? read more

Had dinner here last night. Staff were friendly and courteous. I ordered the Black Angus and frites. Could not have asked for a better meal!

I'm from a small town in Rochester, NY, about 5 hours north of Poughkeepsie. The food in my town is, to put it lightly, uninspired and lazy. To find a restaurant like Crew in Rochester would be like finding Santa Claus at Disney World. We walked in at 8:00 on a Friday night, and there was a half hour wait. The bar was jam-packed, but that didn't matter, because there was a long strip of marble that you could rest your drinks on. All the drinks were awesome, but a little pricey. The decor and ambiance of Crew is extremely vivacious and buzzing. The kitchen is out in the open as well and you can watch the chefs cook, which I found invigorating and interesting. The place was almost lit as if it were a nightclub, which is good or bad depending on what you're looking for. Our server was extremely attentive and very nice. She knew basically all the meals and drinks by heart and helped us out quite a bit with any questions we had. Now, onto the food. For an appetizer we got the goat cheese wontons and fried salmon. The wontons were crispy and the light, greasy crust of the wonton complimented the tang and punch of the goat cheese. The fried salmon was probably my favorite part of the dinner. Dipped in the sauce it comes with, it is TO DIE FOR. Like, I mean it, this little piece of fried fish was FOOD HEAVEN. It tasted like a more flavorful crab cake almost. To be honest, it's hard to describe it because when I was eating it, I just kept thinking OH MY GOD THIS IS THE BEST THING I'VE EVER EATEN. Now onto the entrees. My father got a cheeseburger and fries. He says his cheeseburger was great. I tried some of his fries and they had the cut of McDonalds fries, but worry not: they were cooked (in a sauce I''m guessing) of flavors that resembled lemon, salt, and basil. Mmm. It was a nice touch. Also, they managed to include those flavors without making the fries soggy at all. I have no idea how they did it, but it's genius. I got filet mignon. It came with fresh vegetables which were seasoned with just a little bit of salt and the juices of the steak, and such a simple touch worked wonders. You don't need a lot to make vegetables look good: just let them soak in simple flavors and they will create so many dimensions! It also came with potato fritters, which were a little too garlicky and starchy for me, but hey, it can't all be a slam duck. (My mother loved them, so it might have just been me.) The filet was a little small but cooked absolutely perfect. It melted in my mouth and had enough salt to be pleased but not too much to where it's overbearing. There was also gravy that came on top of it that was sweet and an interesting blend with the beef. For dessert, we shared the Green Tea Creme Brulee. When they gave us this, I literally wanted to take a picture because it was almost something you would see out of a magazine. It was topped with fresh fruit and the top was caramelized to a crispy, sugary, brown goodness. It was absolutely delicious. All in all, this restaurant was more than worth the money (and trust me, it comes out to ALOT of money.) If you're coming here for dinner, it's probably going to be for a very special occasion. (That is, unless you can afford to come here regularly! I know for sure that I can't.) There were three of us and it came out to $140, w/o tip or tax. That being said, we did get 2 appetizers, drinks, and a desert, but still. It's one of those restaurants that you have to just let yourself enjoy, kick back, and relax, because it really is THAT good. You definitely will not be dissapointed! read more

The food and service is always exceptional. I would eat my last meal here no questions asked. The organic chicken is wonderful as well as the fresh herbs from the garden in the back. They always have new and interesting beers on tap and will be glad to give a taste to anyone unsure of what microbrew to order. Tommy the bartender is always friendly and the wait staff always treat you like family. Definatly a diamond in the rough don't let the location fool you. You will receive a five star meal anytime of the day. read more

Love this place. The food is awesome all the time and the service is top notch.

I love sitting at the open kitchen. I had the chicken breast with the potato croquettes -- yum! I would definitely visit again, and maybe order the same thing. Although I saw the chefs making the steak frites (seemed to be popular) and that dish looked quite delicious too. A few reviewers mentioned the music -- I did notice they had odd music on, it would not have been my choice. My server was very attentive and helpful. read more

I love everything about this place, except the space. Great bar - casual atmosphere. Open kitchen with "Kitchen Bar" seating. Very nice "American Bistro" menu. Lots of Culinary Institute alums in house to work their magic in the kitchen. The dining room seating places diners along a wall with little or no privacy. There is one small private table for 6/8 in the back of the restaurant, if you are lucky enough to get it. read more

In town for my son's wedding. Three of us had a great dinner there last night and 13 of us had lunch there today. Definitely a case of not judging a book by its cover as the ambiance and food more that make up for it's dreary storefront locale. Open kitchen is a very nice touch. Dinner included salmon, chicken, and a shrimp fried rice dish which we all shared. Lunch included sandwiches and salads. Great beer on tap and in bottles. Prices very reasonable and service was great. read more

One of my favorite places to eat! Its a small place and everybody knows your name. I love that environment. Its a great place to take a friend for a drink. I like the culinary style food and the trendy- city style bar. Its a great place for memories. read more

Outstanding meal for the price. Was recommended by my hotel, and over performed to my expectations. Professional, courteous, attentive waitstaff in open kitchen restaurant, but the food made me leave with a smile on my face. Incredible chicken breast meal with a good selection of beer to pair. read more

Dinners a bit pricey. Lunch very pleasant. Good food. Good wine. Good beer. Very nice way to spend a Saturday lunch time. Update Aug 2012: Went for dinner. Like I said above, a bit pricey for dinner. Very slow service and it's a bummer if you are seated at the first 3 or 4 tables near the door because the staff and waiting customers are constantly crowded near the tables because of the narrow walk way. When paying a lot of dinner, I like to have a quiet table. Oh well, I guess I'll stick to having lunch there. read more

Went to this place and was amazed at the food and drinks how delicious they were, definitely worth the price! Everything is what is says on the menu, you know how when you go to a place and order what you think you are going to order and expect it to taste like that, this place does exactly that! Even the drinks are great! The chef is a graduate from the Culinary and he definitely shows his talent! read more

One of my favorite restaurants in the area. Perfect for date night! The food is always very delicious - One of my favorite things to order is the Chinese chicken salad (I sometimes order it with salmon instead of chicken, both are very tasty). I've had most dishes on the menu, all are amazing & they always have yummy specials. The open kitchen is really cool! I'm always greeted with a smiling face and service is great. The owners are very friendly and always make me feel welcomed which is sometimes hard to find when you are not over the age of 35. Def check this place out! read more

Last time we ate here we started with raw oysters- the flavor was fantastic and set the tone for the whole meal. We go to this restaurant for the specials- every time we go there is something new and inventive being offered in addition to an already engaging menu. I remember once even having BBQ half chicken over the summer. Great place for apps and drinks too- read more

Excellent food, reasonable prices and the staff, esp Katie, were friendly, helpful and courteous! I highly recommend Crew, and will go back next time in NY! read more

Food was excellent. I got a to go order. However, the bartender was so unpleasant. I waited 5 minutes to even be acknowledged at the bar and while it was a busier In the dining room, a smile and I'll be with you soon would have been nice. She approached the bar 3 separate times and didn't even acknowledge me. One time was spent chatting with a coworker about nothing work related. I figured they were busy and tried to give the benefit of the doubt, so when she finally asked what I wanted, I said a to go order. She said please hold on and took a check to a table! I'm sorry, but that's completely unacceptable. Especially when a local walked in the door and she greeted him ASAP and took his order. read more

Big disappointment. Tiny portiions, over priced, too spicy or too raw, too long a wait, too loud from bar crowd, etc. 4 of us not satisfied at all. Tuna, Steak, duck, pasta, stay away from all 4 entrees. read more

The food and service is always amazing here! You start out with a basic bread and butter, but their butter is mixed with jelly to give it a sweet taste. Great drink selection at a great price! read more

Crew is by far the best restaurant in the Hudson valley. Every meal we have ever had there has been amazing. I love every pasta dish they serve and my boyfriend had a short rib special that was to die for. Atmosphere is great and the servers are very polite and professional. It may be a bit pricey but worth every penny to us. read more

Classy dinning in a strip mall! With CIA chefs and a decor from Broadway we love Crew. Avocado tuna tartare a tower that melts in your mouth and falls open like a flower go fast go now! read more

Crew is a very high quality restaurant, I have been here on multiple different occasions. The only problem is that it gets so packed at night so it is very difficult to get a good table, plus the actual size of the restaurant is very small so it feels very crammed at times. I did get annoyed one time when I had called to make a reservation, and upon arrival my table had been given away. Overall, It can be a bit pricey but the food is absolutely amazing! read more

You've gained a new fan. By far one of the best meals I've had in a long time. The homemade mozzarella was superb. The spinach dip was tasty and the chicken sate was perfectly seasoned. The steak frites was out of this world and cooked to perfection, as was the grilled shrimp over kale salad. Even though I didn't have room to breathe, we opted to try the chocolate hazelnut gelato. It was positively divine and worth every calorie. The service was excellent- attentive, and knowledgeable. I highly recommend a visit to Crew. I was pleasantly surprised. read more

Rebecca is a fish master! My new favorite restaurant, lively crowd, overall great experience!

Visiting Poughkeepsi for the first time, had a recommendation for Crew from the hotel, so for a business dinner we tried it out. Strip mall atmosphere, mediocre decor, and dishes which don't quite make the cut. Some elements were great - the piece of salmon was excellent, the plate and sides not so much. Could get similar food for less at a brew pub, and the beer would be better. read more