Always a good experience. Seasoned wait staff, wide variety of delicious food, and a clean and…read moresunny environment. My favorite.

Ordered chicken panini $16 A little light on flavor, and…read morea small amount of meat/Filling AS COMPARED to the same panini at Lola's cafe for $14 which had more meat/filling and better flavor The serving of fries was MUCH more fries than Lola's and lola's fries kinda sucked After tax and tip $20.29 NEVER AGAIN AND THEIR STUPID TIP OPTIONS ON THE MACHINE ARE TAX ON THE TAXABLE AMOUNT INSTEAD OF SUBTOTAL I never pay tip on tax Sorry Palace I'll be back at lola's from now on BTW The service at Palace's was SUPERB better than at Lola's

Its been a while since i've been to lola's cafe And SURPRISINGLY I found their prices to be…read moreVERY reasonable in the american greedflation era we're in Atmosphere was neighborly Their menu was creative and the sandwich quality was great and FRESH ( Turkey Chipotle Panini ) I want to try their new venue in Eastdale, but have been warned by many that their prices are insane as is everything for sale in Eastdale TBD

We've been here a few times and have enjoyed the food, casual atmosphere, friendly staff and…read moreproximity to the Walkway. This is a local chain and the one in New Paltz is also great. You order at the counter and take a seat at the counter or tables. Their menu offers reasonably priced sandwiches, salads, and grab and go baked goods, including separate menus for vegans. We enjoyed the special chicken tzaziki wrap, salmon salad (tender and tasty), the vegan quinoa bowl was ok but a bit small and not too exciting. They also were preparing catering offers and there was a pretty constant stream of customers. The space is rather small but we got there at a good time to find seating. They also have a tap water station. There's only gender neutral bathroom, which makes for a little wait at times. Street parking and a small lot a short walk away.

La Catrina serves more-and-less traditional Mexican fare with generous portions and good service…read more I especially liked the size of the margaritas, the large number of warm tortilla chips brought to the table (and refilled frequently), and the flavor of my chicken fajitas. RIght off the bat were that margarita and the chips and salsa. The salsa seemed pretty plain, mostly a tomato base with lots of chopped onion. This was also accompanied by a plate of mashed beans, something I've not seen elsewhere. Shortly after we were seated, I did notice one of the waitresses taking photos of our very large group (20+) on her own phone - not on the behalf of one of us - and I have to wonder if it was for the restaurant's social media, or something else. The servers were very attentive, being sure to ask the right questions as we ordered items. Food and drink all came out quickly. My chicken fajita platter came with steaming warm tortillas, more than I've typically gotten at other Mexican restaurants, and a separate plate with huge quantities of the fixin's, including a sizeable amount of guacamole. All that plus lots of beans and rice as well. This is a nice reboot from the brewery that was previously here.

After our hike on the grounds of the Vanderbilt Mansion in Hyde Park, La Catrina Mexican hit the…read morespot for our hunger pangs. Efficient friendly smiling servers, very clean & festive atmosphere, fresh hot generous portions of delicious Mexican cuisine. BTW - I took home plenty of my leftovers. La Catrina was a very good discovery. If you are visiting the area, enjoy! Muchas gracias!

I'm not gonna lie--this whole dinner was part of a very specific mission. I was craving ribs, and…read morewhen I saw this place not only had them but also served hibiscus lemonade, I made the executive decision to have my family drive to Poughkeepsie from our bed & breakfast just to check it out. Worth it? Mostly, yes! Food: 4/5 We tried a little bit of everything, the Seared chicken breast - Hands down my favorite dish of the night. Perfectly cooked, well-seasoned, and flavorful. Followed by the Bacon, egg, and homemade biscuit - A close second! The biscuit was dense and satisfying, and it had a really unique pesto-like sauce on top that made it memorable. Some other shout outs: 1) Orecchiette veggie pasta - Orecchiette is hard to find on menus, so I was delighted to see it here. It was a nice light option among our heavier dishes. 2) Jerk ribs - OK, so this is where my expectations and reality didn't fully align. They were well-cooked, but I'm a saucy girl, and these weren't as slathered or juicy as I'd hoped. That said, the rest of my table really enjoyed them. Also, that hibiscus lemonade? Chef's kiss. Refreshing and flavorful, and exactly the kind of detail that makes a place stand out to me. Service: 4/5 Now, here's where I was really surprised: one person was running the whole show. The head chef was managing the kitchen and the front of house--no servers, no extra help. Just him. For the amount of work that entails, he crushed it. Was it a bit slower than a staffed restaurant? Of course. But honestly, it gave the whole experience a humble, homegrown vibe that I appreciated. Also, it meant a lot to support a Black-owned restaurant and actually connect with the person behind the food. Final Thoughts: While we came for dinner, I could tell from the menu (and the vibe) that this place is really known for brunch. I'm genuinely curious to come back during brunch hours to see how the energy--and menu--might shift. Either way, it's definitely worth a visit if you're in the area and looking for a spot with heart, flavor, and soul.

It's a cute spot with friendly staff. Watch my videos for my review of the food. All I will do is…read morestick to house bread and not bother ordering the cornbread. Definitely indulge in the grits and add the jerk ribs on top. You'll thank me later. The owner needs to thank me, too. I invented the ribs and grits, and I know they will soon be his best seller.

We stopped to utilize the charger in the parking lot here at Coppola's. There was a sign on the…read morecharger indicating that they offer a discount in the restaurant while charging, which was a nice touch and had us ordering some food to go. There was a short wait at the front stand, and then we got our tasty food. We especially enjoyed the rich, creamy New York style cheesecake. A nice find!

The food was fabulous! My veal parmigiana was fresh and delicious. My wife's eggplant dish was…read moreoutstanding. I ordered a Budweiser and got half a glass of beer. I didn't say anything. I ordered a second, figuring they would make up for the first one. That one was about three quarters full. Overall, the food was fabulous!

A no-frills diner that has great customer service and fairly good coffee. My girlfriend and I split…read morethe gluten free French toast and were a bit underwhelmed as the toast was not thick but to be fair, I did enjoy the meal and the total cost for the gf French toast, side of eggs, and a coffee came in at about twenty total for the two of us to dine here. The menu has many options, and I would definitely come back if I was in the area to try more of their dining options. I recommend you give it a try if you are in the town of Poughkeepsie. As always people SYOY!!!

With a name like Alex, I had very high standards and expectations for it!…read more Solid breakfast spot in downtown Poughkeepsie and easy to get to from the Amtrak. My partner and I got the cheddar omelet and the house made corned beef hash with eggs (over easy). Both delicious and fueled our journey across the Empire State Trail Hudson walking bridge (which is about a 15 min walk from Alex's). Service was friendly and attentive and the space itself was spacious and hometown diner-like. I'd return back to try some of their lunch options too!

I had a lovely brunch at Cranberry's! Everyone was friendly, even though a lot of people came in at…read moreonce. We had the brunch menu, which was mostly eggs. We were happy with that though! The French toast was delicious! The waitress brought us fruit while we were waiting. The restaurant is really cute- very well decorated and relaxing!

As probably the only reliable sit-down restaurant that opens on Sunday mornings, Cranberry's in…read moreHyde Park, was it. This was an incredibly cozy spot for a laidback breakfast after wrapping up with an errand in the area. Aside from another couple, we practically had the place to ourselves. Almost imagine being in a quaint B&B's dining room with 50s Doo-Wop thrown in- well, that's the feel you get here. Service was nice and so was our simple, hit-the-spot breakfast. Between my tasty mushroom+fresh mozzarella omelette and hubs' BEC, we had no issues. As a heads up, these folks don't have iced decaf, what you'll get is hot decaf coffee with decaf coffee cubes. Different for these parts- but hubs drank it. My first Chai I ordered, came with warm milk on the side but when I poured it in my mug, the milk curdled. When I mentioned it to the owner, she said that she drank milk earlier that morning¯\_(ツ)_/¯. In my head I'm like, "did you NOT notice that it was spoiled????" Plus, the small pitcher the original milk was served in, had that milk ring on the inside. Ewww. I hesitated ordering another, but I was somehow convinced to. Needless to say, the 2nd, was safe to drink but I got flashbacks. Price was right and my drink issue was straighten out with a very fresh one.

We arrived around 1pm and the cafe was not too busy. The space is light but there is limited…read moreseating and people tend to linger. By the time we left the cafe was packed, we later learned classes let out at either 1:30pm or 3pm which accounted for the increased traffic. You order from the counter, receive a number, and wait for someone to bring your food, we did not wait long for our food to arrive and the students working front of the house asked if we needed anything and quickly attended to our needs. The fired artichoke hearts were the standout. Perfectly breaded and fried, they were spectacular without the dipping sauce! Don't get me wrong the sauce was great and added layers of taste but you didn't need it to make the dish better. The street Corn Salad was generous but it a salad. It's not that I wouldn't recommend but keep your expectations low!

The culinary school doesn't disappoint! The portions are generous, the prices are affordable, and…read morethere's no tipping required. We ordered the Caribbean beef stew and the short rib grilled cheese--the stew was delicious, though the grilled cheese was a bit on the salty side. The pastry selection is also impressive, with plenty of tempting options to choose from. Overall, I had a great experience here. Just note that during lunchtime, the line can get long--you might need to wait around 10-15 minutes.