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.

Good, service. I would definitely go back. Great location easy to get to, lots of parkingread more

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!

thank you to the great staff. I was making prosciutto bread for the first time. I needed the…read moremeats cut a certain way according to the recipe. the two gentleman who were assisting me during lunchtime, no less, were so helpful. the bread came out great. thank you!!

Expensive but HUGE. This is a Poughkeepsie staple for a reason. There has been a few times my order…read morewas wrong but the quality of the food is just insane and they are always slammed during the academic year (slower in the summer in my experience). The sandwiches are shareable (even the smallest size) and the dinner meals are ~$17-$20 and could easily stretch to 2 full meals. Their red sauce is a little acidic but delicious. Vodka sauce is good too. Fried eggplant to die for. Fresh bread does not miss. Love the condiments. Yum yum yum!

Love this place! Lots of care and love in the food. Always surprised by how large the portions are…read moreand how they prepare the items making sure there is enough sauce and appropriate ratios of ingredients. Also very clean!

Cute spot but the food is comparable to Panera. The…read moresandwiches and wraps are missing something to set them apart from competitors. Baked goods are giving size over quality. Order at the counter. Find a table, display your number on the table and the staff will deliver your food. Simple but missing something magical. Don't get me wrong you can get a solid meal here, it just won't hit the spot if you know what I mean. Cheers, The Mocktail Madam

Update: We went back almost immediately because we couldn't stop talking about the first meal, and…read moresomehow it was every bit as amazing. The lamb shank was absurdly tender, the baba ganoush was smoky and rich, and yes, the ezme, beets, and pita remain mandatory ordering. But what really sets this place apart is the heart behind it. On a hard night for our family, a simple unexpected dessert brought genuine comfort and a smile when we needed it most. They don't just feed your stomach here. They feed your soul. I would go to war for this restaurant. An absolute gem, genuinely some of the best food I've had in the area!! I don't write glowing reviews lightly, but this place absolutely earned one. From the moment the food hit the table, it was obvious this was something special. Every single thing we ordered, from the mezze sampler to the drinks to dessert, felt like the best version of itself it could possibly be. Not one weak note. Even the pita bread was memorable. Warm, soft, fresh, lightly charred, and worthy of praise in a meal FULL of standout dishes. The mezze sampler was EXTRAORDINARY. The beet and goat cheese was one of those bites that makes you stop mid-conversation. The goat cheese was fresh, creamy, rich, and perfectly balanced by roasted beets that were unbelievably sweet and luscious. Honestly, they were almost candy-like. I don't know what they did to prepare them, but they were incredible. The spicy vegetable dip, Esme, was bright, vibrant, and bursting with flavor. Fresh, zippy, and balanced with just enough heat. The eggplant dip was equally impressive, with a silky texture, subtle tartness, mellow tomato notes, and that gentle pleasant bitterness that makes eggplant so satisfying when it's done well. The hummus was ridiculously creamy and rich with tahini, giving it a deep nutty flavor that made it one of the best hummus dishes I've personally had. We also ordered the Turkish manti, and they were fantastic. Little handmade parcels topped with cool yogurt and warm spiced oil that brought everything together beautifully. We didn't even manage to take a picture because by that point we were so completely absorbed in the meal that all manners disappeared and we just devoured them immediately. No photo. No pause. Just instinct. That might be the strongest endorsement I can give. The mint lemonade was perfect for a warm day. Bright, refreshing, tart, cooling, and mint-forward without being overly sweet. It tasted clean, balanced, and incredibly refreshing. Dessert completely sealed the deal. The Turkish revani was unbelievably soft, soaked through with milk, and had that luscious almost tres leches quality that makes every bite melt away. The fresh berries and raspberry sauce gave it just enough brightness and acidity to balance the sweetness beautifully. I had a cup of black tea with it, and the combination of cake, berries, and tea was one of those simple little moments that feels kind of magical. The restaurant itself is beautiful. Tasteful decor, warm atmosphere, and thoughtful design that feels welcoming without trying too hard. The service was friendly, attentive, and genuine. More than anything, the whole place feels like a labor of love. What blows my mind most is that this restaurant has apparently been here for over two years, and we somehow only just discovered it. We were legitimately mad at ourselves thinking about how many meals we could have had here already. Now we're just trying to make up for lost time!! For roughly $80 for two before tip, the value was outstanding. At first glance, the menu might look a little upscale, but once the food arrives, it makes perfect sense. The quality more than justifies the price. I've had good Mediterranean food before. This is operating on a completely different level. Without question, this is some of the best Mediterranean food I've had anywhere in the area, and I can't wait to go back.

Another amazing restaurant in Hudson Valley. This was unassuming from the outside. The stores next…read moreto them are either empty or closed and the location, it's next to the Home depot, that when you park in front of the place, you feel like you're the only one eating there.. not a good first impression for a good restaurant. We went for dinner at 6 pm on a Saturday, we thought we were the only ones there, again because of the empty parking lot. There were a few people already seated. We didn't have any reservations, and I thought - Why would we? We started with the appetizers, babaganoush and calamari. Both were good. My wife and I had the mixed platter for two. All the meats were tasty, seasoned well and weren't dry. For dessert, I tried the affogato, espresso over ice cream and that hit the spot. Overall, we were impressed. People did start coming in after 6 so it's best to reserve a table especially if you have more than 4 in your party. The don't serve liquor so it's BYOB!! For some, that might be the important thing to note .

Ordered lunch from here today for a group of 8-people & it met expectations for the most part. A…read morefew people did say the chicken was bland & that their meals weren't great, but I was happy with my falafel sandwich and pineapple, apple & ginger smoothie. Bill was nearly $250 w/tip for us all, so I firmly believe all-in-all that a 3 outta 5 is a proper rating.

Middle Eastern pizza? Yes, please! I stumbled onto Mila Shawarma & Pizzaria recently, and even…read morethough I couldn't find much info on them, I decided to give them a shot and ordered takeout. They offer surprisingly good pizza, mouthwatering waffles, and delicious lamb over rice... all under one roof! I also tried their shakes, which were good, but not the highlight. I'm still not sure what to categorize the place as, because of the range of items they offer - but all the food I tried has been great so far. I really liked the waffles - I wish they offered more savory waffle/crepe options, but even without, I'd be back to try he ret of the menu. The staff is very friendly, and the shop looks very clean. Overall a 4.5/5. Some of the menu items are pricier, but the portions are pretty good, and they seem to use quality ingredients.

Adams Fairacre Farm is a special place overall. Nostalgic for my wife and a special treat for me…read more It was my first time eating at the cafe...it won't be my last :) I thoroughly enjoyed my lunch. I went with the Carnegie special. A pastrami, turkey and Swiss cheese between two slices of marble rye. SO TASTY. The dining area offers plenty of seating. We sat in what I will describe as a SUN-ROOM. The atmosphere is relaxed and filled with light. The staff is welcoming and friendly.

We have been enjoying breakfasts and lunches here for years. The cafe is so cozy on a cold, rainy…read moremorning. It's also pure summer fun with a yummy burger, fries and an ice cream cone. The staff are very friendly. However, the quality of what is coming out of the kitchen is declining. The eggs can be over cooked with burnt, plastic textured edges. The home fries are often room temperature and chewy rather than hot and crispy. Mistakes are made like serving a buttered hard roll fresh rather than toasted as requested. Or, as I received today, a Kentucky Hot Brown open faced sandwich (on the special menu) served cold rather than placed under the broiler before brought to the table. It saddens me to see one of the best cafes around go down hill.

Pick Ed up food for a party -excellent food -highly…read morerecommend On time delivery and packed nicely - most of all very tasty food

This place was awful. They cannot possibly be from the Middle East…read more Shwarma was lousy, worst I ever ate . Baklava was $9 and served like a big slice of pie, and not fresh just awful.

The food is delicious! staff is polite! the restaurant is always clean! I would like to make one…read morecomment about the food, the past couple of times I've gone it has been a little heavy on the salt otherwise everything is fantastic!

Heard some good things about this newer spot near Marist College. Have time to kill before…read moreVanderbilt aMansion tour so we stopped in. We ordered plain slice, Margarita and a BBQ Chicken slice. Each one was very tasty and nice under carriage. No oil from the cheese shows quality ingredients are used. Their menu has some nice pasta dishes, pasta nights Monday and Tuesday $19.99 includes salad pasta and garlic knots. Not a bad deal. We will try more options in the future.