The Paul was a delicious meatatarian assortment of chicken cutlet, fried eggs, bacon and melted…read morecheddar smothered in mayo on a Kaiser roll. The different tastes blended together on your palette creating the most amazing hybrid taste of pure bliss and amazing. The sandwich was reasonably priced and served up quickly, which in EMS is a blessing. I didn't see a Red Fox, but I would highly recommend when in Poughkeepsie or near Mid Hudson.

3 of us came in for a later lunch on Thursday 12/12/24 around 3pm after picking up my sibkid from…read moreMarist College for winter break. It's a cozy place with a couple tables, great service and incredible sandwiches. I had a sandwich special that I cannot remember the name of - but it had a chicken cutlet, lettuce, bacon, cheddar cheese, avocado, and chipotle mayo. It was incredible! Highly recommend if you're in the area.

Fantastic macchiato--bold, creamy. Had it with an excellent muffin. Very nice folks too. Will visit…read moreagain soon.

Stopped in for hot chocolate on a cold day. Service was good. They gave me hot chocolate with…read morealmond milk--happy to have that option. I had a BLT with French fries. Food was good. It was a little chilly inside, that was the only drawback. Ambiance was good, it's a cute small place with lots of good offerings. I chose to stop in because of the variety in the menu.

Nice space near Marist. The brisket pho was very good and the owner was extremely nice. Just a…read moresmall note: the takeout menu doesn't mention that the sandwiches are bánh mì, but the sit-down menu does. Will definitely be back again.

The lady was very nice, you have to wait a minute to get the food. I asked for mocha bubble tea,…read moredidn't have, took Thai tea instead, it needed more sugar. If I come again, it would be to talk to owner. I ordered pork bao buns, set of two, and grilled chicken with rice and picked veggies. I don't like to hear and see microwave going, and using air fryer to cook my meal.

Walked into Rossi & Sons after an event at Marist University earlier in the day. Had a Marist…read morealumni tell me I need to go to Rossi & Sons. I was told to order the #4 or the Vodka Chicken Parm hero. Ended up walking out with over $350 worth of food because I was so blown away. I'm not really sure where to begin: first of all as an Italian, walking into the restaurant already felt like home. I was blown away from the fresh made pasta's, various sauces I could take home, Arancini's (rice balls), and then how could I say no to the desserts. I was in heaven. I had a great conversation with the fabulous ladies behind the counter. I'm pretty sure everyone behind me picking up orders were like "can this guy leave already?". But I just had to continue chatting with everyone. The ladies helped me get everything from around the store that my heart desired. And then I remembered, I was supposed to come in and get a sandwhich. They showed me the screens mounted on the walls which clearly had a custom ordering template built out from the store with all the modification elements to add/remove toppings as needed. Blown away again. I'm a technology salesperson and that part hit a different satisfaction for me as they had this down - and quite honestly the Italian market/pork store is not where I'm expected the highest level of technology lol. Just blown away. Lastly, I told them about my fiancée and how her family owns DelFiore's pork store down on Long Island. At that point they grabbed Fabio, the owner, and we had an amazing conversation as I learned he knew exactly what DelFiore's was and even offered to help give us advice if we ever want to get into the family business. I was supposed to go in and get a rocking $25-$30 sandwhich and I walked out with $350 worth of food because I was being assisted by some of the nicest people I've ever met in the food industry. Just the most genuine caring people. Mind you, I had to schlep all of this back to Brooklyn NY in a Suburu Outback rental. And if you are wondering if everything stayed in the trunk on that drive back, fughetaboutit. I'm popping arancini's like candy on the Taconic home (no small feet with those turns). These people are in the food business because they care about making people's days and giving them the best possible food. Protect these people at all costs. This is a Mecca for quality Italian provisions. I'll be grabbing my fiancée and heading back up so we can continue chatting with everyone and not holding the lines up. 11/10 experience I'm blown away if you couldn't already tell. Just take my money, I can't pay enough for such enjoyable days. That drive home sucked at rush hour, but they all made it worth it. I like to think I gave them all a little enjoyment as well :). Sincerely - Nicky Pisano & Emma Scaramozzino Based upon the finest review from Luis Abreu - Class of 2025, Marist University

I picked up lunch here on two occasions last week. On my first visit, I ordered the Cuban Italian…read moresandwich with an unsweetened iced tea. I was a little confused by the takeout process, as I had to wait about 15 minutes for my sandwich after ordering. That said, the sandwich was absolutely massive and delicious--I couldn't even finish the whole thing. On my second visit, I ordered online for pickup and had the sausage and onion pinza. My order was ready as soon as I walked in, making for a much smoother experience. The pinza was excellent, and just like the sandwich, the portion was so generous that I couldn't finish it all. The restaurant is very nice, the food was consistently delicious, and the portions offer great value. I'll definitely be back to try more of the menu.

To borrow a phrase from one of the merch shirts they had, Lola's is a joint you won't want to pass…read moreon. I visited Lola's Cafe with my sister while walking on the Walkway over the Hudson Trail, in fact, if you're on the trail and go down the staircase that points to downtown Poughkeepsie Lola's is right to your left when you get off the staircase. We ate the autumn, chicken salad, wrap, and the Baja chicken wrap. My sister is gluten-free and was delighted they had menus with their gluten free, vegetarian and vegan options. The staff member who took our orders was kind and generous in his service. Interestingly they also sell coffee beans, merch, and to-go foods from their kitchen. On my next visit, I look forward to trying the cheesecake and one of their bowls, paninis, or salads!

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.

Overall a good experience without major issues. Food and service were consistent. Solid three-star…read morechoice.

Located within a senior housing place, From the Ground up is a super cute cafe with friendly staff…read moreand delicious pastries! I've only purchased the pastries which were very fresh, perfectly sweet, and my only complaint is that my friend ate too many and I didn't get to try more. Would love to drop by for lunch in the future.

Large convenience store near Marist University. Large…read moreselection of specialty Hoagies, deli salads and option to build your own smoothies. They offer a couple of house-made dessert options. Order at the counter and pay up front at the register. Clean bathrooms, shared parking with a few other businesses. I tried the "Healthy Turkey" with extra cheese on a hero. Hoagie was okay, large portion but lacked flavor and could have used a little extra lettuce. I appreciated the thinly sliced red onion and Swiss cheese was perfect. Signed, The Happy Hour Huntress

A huge deli/market, very clean and organized. I mean between all the choices of snacks, drinks,…read moresalads,sandwiches and general items, it's hard to decided. The deli case was pretty amazing to see all items and I love make your own salad section definitely a highlight. Check my pics to get an idea. I had the roasted combo without the red peppers and had Munster cheese added, man the sandwich was great, plenty of meat and not a bread sandwich I say. Service was pretty quick after I ordered, they keep it moving here with customers orders. Also the pasta salad I got was great too, definitely well dressed and flavorful, not too many veggies over the pasta itself. Hope to try them again and get a juice or smoothie, maybe a salad too. Prices were fair enough for quality.

Kelly's Bakery is one of those places where the line out the door actually feels like part of the…read morecharm--and trust me, it moves quickly thanks to their incredibly friendly and efficient staff!! Everyone behind the counter greets you with genuine warmth during the morning rush. The pastries are always fresh and worth the wait, but the real star of the show? Their wonderfully large cup of coffee. It's the kind that wakes you up, comforts you, and pairs perfectly with anything you grab from the bakery case. Whether you're stopping by before work or treating yourself on a slow weekend morning, Kelly's delivers every time. Great service, great coffee, and a neighborhood feel that makes you want to return again and again.

Everything on the menu was wonderful, but the gentleman who seemed to be the manager or owner was…read moretruly exceptional in the way he treated the customers -- so kind and gracious. People like that are very rare these days, and seeing someone who genuinely loves what they do made me very happy!