The Late. Ight burger and fries were very good and cooked to perfection. Friendly atmosphere lots…read moreof locals.

Just an overall great place for good friends, food, and drinks. The staff/bartenders r top notch…read more Wings are some of the best, the homemade tailgate chips, and fries r worth it...and overall can't go wrong with most everything on the menu.

Beer is excellent and worth the drive. Cozy barn ambiance, a small playground for the kids that is…read morewell maintained. Friendly old school country service, happy to support a small business that is creating excellent beer. We will be back. Prices are very reasonable too!

I look at this area as your gateway to Central New York if coming in from the east, and Back Barn…read morewould be a great welcome center. The space inside is rustic and beautiful, and the outside has tables both in the sun and sheltered. The current beer list had a nice variety of IPAs and darker beers. Flights of four 5oz. pours are $11. I learned the space was very dog friendly as we were able to chat with regular customers who brought a beautiful mastiff with them. Service was cheerful and chatty. My first visit here was a great experience, and I hope to get back from time to time.

I went here for a birthday dinner with a party of 8. We found that the resturaunt was VERY loud…read morewhich made it tough to hear each other but the live music was pretty good. The service was fantastic and the servers were very attentive. I got the chicken pot pie which probably could have served 3 people it was so large (So I have lots of leftovers I took home!) Very creamy and comforting. Other people in the party got burgers, tacos, and the grilled cheese and everyone was very satisfied! Ending the meal with a piece of dark chocolate was a nice surprise! Definitely the place to go for a unique but delicious classic meal.

**Disappointed by Service at Blackbirds Tavern**…read more I visited Blackbirds Tavern this evening with my son-in-law, who was in town and looking to pick up a selection of beers for company. We were the only people at the bar. I ordered an iced tea, which the bartender acknowledged--but never served. My son-in-law asked if he could try a flight to sample a few options, but was told flights weren't available. I then suggested a couple of small samples, which the bartender agreed to--but again, nothing was provided. After waiting quite a while, my son-in-law decided to purchase two four-packs of beer and four Druthers glasses. I left the bar with an empty growler and one of the four-packs. While he was paying for his items, the bartender accused me of walking out with the iced tea--despite never having received it. My son-in-law pointed this out Instead, of removing the charge for the ice tea the bartender handed my son in law the iced tea in a plastic cup. It was a frustrating and frankly humiliating experience to be accused of taking a drink I never received, and then be forced to pay for it. I hope the management takes note and improves the consistency and professionalism of their service.

I came on a very busy Friday night and was very lucky to have Cameron as our bartender. He was…read moresuper kind and helpful. This was our first time at the location, but definitely won't be our last. Thank you again Cameron!!

So much fun here and they make good drinks and snacks too- we stay there all night sometimes…read moreplaying games

My wife and I stopped by with our three friends about 8pm on Saturday night. I was pleasantly…read moresurprised by the nice ambiance and decor with what looked like a copper top ceiling, a main bar, a few raised tables and 2 cozy leather chairs that made me think of enjoying a nice after dinner bourbon in the study of an late 19th to early 20th century study of a business tycoon or politician from that time period.. The bar tender, Noah, was impressive and friendly in that he knew his liquor stock very well, and could explain the flavor intricacies of the various types of bourbon, vodka, and gins. They also offer some non,-alcoholic beverages for the "designated driver" of the group too. We watched Noah make everything from regular and "dirty martinis" with fresh ingredients, as well as one drink where he used a butane lighter and some tiny cedar chips in a straining tool above the drink to give it a fresh, authentic smoky look and flavor. Noah knows his stuff!!!!! The patrons were friendly, diverse, and easy to socialize with if you chose to do so. The establishment is pet friendly for "socialized pets" with a water bowl outside the establishment and some free Milkbone treats inside. Keep in mind that this establishment is a "tasting room" with the majority of products from the New Scotland Distillery, but there are other options. Just don't expect to get a Bud Light Draft or food here. The only downside is that parking in the Lark Steet and State Street location is difficult to obtain without some effort, but we managed to park our vehicles 2 blocks away. This is not a direct criticism of the establishment because the experience is well worth this minor potential inconvenience. We would definitely go back there again, especially for the specialty drinks or the flights and half flights of their bourbon and vodka products. Thank you once again, Noah, for a pleasant and educational evening!!!

Greeted by lush greenery, and gently splashing fountain at the door- a few steps down into a wood…read moreand leather light filled cozy retreat. The greenery continues inside with plants adorning a large picture window. Every surface gleams and the place smells fresh and clean... The bathroom is impeccably spotless. Classy attention to detail is the order of the day at New Scotland spirits tasting room. Our bartender, Noah, was welcoming and knowledgeable and our drinks were delicious. We will definitely be back.

As always, an amazing experience. We try to hit this place up as much as we can, which is usually…read more6-10 times a year. It would be more if we lived closer. Today just exemplified why this is a great restaurant. We ordered off the specials menu; mostly because you may not see something again! Starter was Fried Butternut Squash Ravioli with a maple dipping sauce. Crispy, tender and the butternut filling was not overly seasoned letting the squash shine. We ordered a December Melt (melted Brie, fried ham, apples, chipotle honey mustard on a toasted Baguette. The spicy sauce complimented the warm sandwich fillings. So good, we ordered one to go for football tomorrow. We also ordered Texas Goulash (cavatappi noodles, pulled pork, bacon, peppers, jalapeño and some BBQ sauce). This dish was savory and the meat was tender!! Every bite was a melange of sweet, creamy, salty, crunchy. And to drink, another special menu item , the squall stuck cider. A peach spiced cider cocktail with New Scotland Spirits (SHOUT OUT!) Winter Wheat Whiskey blended with apple cider, pumpkin spice and brown butter. This really complimented both meals. Above all, service and the Christmas decorations, ambiance was,as always, stellar.

Stopped by for lunch on a Monday with a friend of mine. This was my second visit and I was excited…read moreto explore more of their menu items. I found an appetizer that sounded interesting... potato perogies wrapped in bacon with a balsamic vinegar. They were excellent! There was a hot Italian combo on focaccia bread with red peppers, mozzarella and a few other cold cuts. This was something I suggested that they add to their regular menu, it was so good. Our service was excellent, she made sure everything was perfect. I like this restaurant, it's really secluded and easy to drive by, yet it feels perfect inside.

what a gem of a bar! free parking, happy hour every day until 6pm ($1 off drinks and beers). They…read morehave a very small food menu. we grabbed the grilled cheese, it comes with a bag of chips. we liked it, but it needs more honey. great beer selection. the place is beautifully and interestingly decorated. the outdoor area seems chill. great service! would come back in a heart beat!

Loved this bar! They are very dog and baby friendly. The beer was good. The decor is everything…read more Even the grilled cheese and hot dog was good. Good amount of indoor space for the winter. Bartender was very nice.

This is an awesome local bar, I love coming here after work to relax and have some drinks with…read morefriends!

Got there and it was packed. They got us in right away. They have a corner that is filled with toys…read morefor the kids and that was great. Service was great and food was really good. I didn't care for the sweet potato fries as I found them a little too sweet from the sugar but just my preference. I would highly recommend

The owner has contacted me regarding my previous review, they helped rectified the situation and…read morewere very apologetic about the food we had received.

The decor reminds you of a German Brauhaus. We had 2pm reservations and were seated promptly. Our…read morewaitress was friendly and attentive. Our drinks came out quickly As for our appetizers they came out promptly and were delicious. As for our main meals, the portions were perfect and the flavors were great. If you're look for authentic german cuisine the Jaeger Haus is the place to go!!! I am looking forward to our next visit.

On our way back from meeting our new grandson for the first time in Rhinebeck ((born early this…read moremorning, 10-4-25, and everyone doing splendidly) , we stopped at one of our favorite local places for authentic tasting German food--Jaeger Haus (5084 NY-9G) in Tivoli, NY.  My one sentence review for card-carrying members of team Cliff Notes: "German beer on tap, a good selection of German wines, and authentic tasting German cuisine at really reasonable prices served up by friendly staff in an environment which just exudes Gemütlichkeit."  Everyone else is invited to continue reading, Bitte. There used to be numerous German restaurants in NYC and throughout upstate NY, but over the years those numbers have dwindled substantially to a handful.  A relatively new addition to the local Hudson Valley dining scene Jaeger Haus was started in 2018 (in a 70 year old restaurant building) and serves up seriously tasty and authentic tasting German beer, wine, and food.  We've dined there a few times over the last two years of visiting this year--the mood is relaxed, the beer is delicious, and food remind us of our travels to Germany and Austria.  The menu is tight and by that I mean it's focused on what they do well--which is traditional German food. While I wish they might add a few classic German appetizers to their menu for variety, their range of entrees provides ample choice and I am slowly making my way through those selections. Lola, one of our servers for the evening, quickly took our drink orders.  I ordered a mug of Hofbrau Original Lager (on tap) and after being given a tasting, my wife ordered a pint of Hofbrau Weissbier (which is similar to the sort of wheat beer she occasionally enjoys).  So refreshing.  A basket of house-made thinly sliced Roggenbrot (rye bread) arrived soon after our drinks with softened butter, lightly sprinkled with sea salt. We passed on the appetizers, knowing that our entrees would be substantial.  My wife ordered the Wienershcnitzel which comes with braised red cabbage and house-made spaetzle lightly sauced with a cream gravy.  These are classic sides which one can find served in restaurants from Vienna or Munich to Heidelberg or Berlin.  I ordered exactly the same thing (having tried other dishes on our prior visits), except I ordered my Wienerschnitzel "a la Holstein" (with a fried local farm egg).  The egg, especially the large yolk, provides an added level of lusciousness to the crispy veal.   Our meals arrived in due course.  They were gorgeous to look at and ate even better than they looked.  The spaetzles were soft and fluffy, the red cabbage was rich and well spiced, and the veal . . . the veal was heavenly.  Crisp on the outside, fork tender on the inside, dipping into a bit of the egg yolk (in my case); goodness what a delightful taste sensation. Just delicious.  We both earned "clean plate" certificates tonight--suitable for framing--felt satiated, but not overly full (which is where we like to end a meal).  We nursed our beers a bit longer, sharing memories from this special day, paid our bill (the bill encouraged customers to tip in cash, which we did), thanked the staff, bid the co-owner "danke schön und Wiedersehen" and we were on our way.