Food: excellent! Trying to eat more vegetables, and the asparagus, and the kohlrabi salad were…read morefirst rate. Very sophisticated, and not something I would make at home. Plum Mezcalita cocktail was perfection! Not too sweet, and like the food, interesting and out of the ordinary. The kitchen was very careful and very educated about gluten free eating, which I appreciated. Service was excellent. Our server, Megan, was friendly, efficient, and knowledgeable. The ambience is very simple and very sophisticated. This dining room would not be out of place in NYC. The bonus for us was the chef was misdirected to our table, and he ended up chatting with us about his background and the thought behind the restaurant. What a pleasure! As a 35 year resident, I can get grouchy about some ways the area is gentrifying (cough, Silo Ridge, cough, Westerlind) and I was prepared to be grouchy about Isabela. Instead, I've been completely won over and now I'm a big fan. Definitely will return soon. Isabela is a great restaurant!

What made me want to stop in and try was their sign out front, $2 oysters. What a deal. My hubby…read moretried their beef fat potatoes. And then we tried their panna cotta with roasted cherry topping with torn basil. My hubby was a chef for 30+ years so we critic food. The only thing we found, and it wasn't nothing crazy, but may help them, instead of torn basil , chiffonade the basil, it would give it a fuller look and more of the taste. I understand that they were trying not to bruise the basil, but basil is hardy. And my hubby enjoyed his beer choice. Staff was super attentive, I would give staff a 10.

My absolute favorite place to brunch and dine. It's gorgeous here. The Millbrook Inn is stunning…read moreand The Vintage is a gem - beautiful and charming. The food is gorgeous and sooo delicious. Maggie is my favorite. So attentive and kind. I love that she remembers my preferences. Highly recommend!!

From the owner: Discover The Vintage at The Millbrook Inn, where the very concept of "local food" transforms into a…read morepalpable reality. Enveloped by an expanse of family farms spanning diverse produce, our unwavering commitment persists: to craft a menu sourced exclusively from the most exceptional ingredients cultivated in Millbrook and the Hudson Valley. Our culinary creations present a sophisticated yet unpretentious rendition of American cuisine, underscoring our wholehearted support for local farmers and suppliers. From the crispness of just-harvested produce to the wholesomeness of farm-fresh eggs, from the tenderness of poultry to the savoriness of premium pork, and from the richness of dairy to the golden allure of maple syrup, each dish encapsulates the region's flavors and the profound dedication of those who nurture it.

Had a lovely Saturday night dinner here! The food was spectacular - truly fresh ingredients and…read morehigh quality, worth every cent. We had the squash bread with apple jam and the bone marrow + steak tartare as starters. Both were so good, especially the steak tartare that just tasted so clean and fresh, pairing nicely with the richness of the bone marrow. It came with these little potato slices that were scooped out to provide a perfect vehicle for the marrow/tartare. My partner had the carrot tart tartin, which he loved, and my scallops with morel mushrooms were perfectly cooked, with the hazelnuts providing such a nice texture. He enjoyed his phony negroni (they also had other NA options, including other mocktails, an NA beer, and an NA Riesling) and I really liked my Good Shepherd cocktail, their unique take on a dirty martini. We were too full for dessert, unfortunately. The service was great - attentive and friendly, but it felt like we were able to take our time and enjoy ourselves without feeling rushed, even though the place was busy. It is definitely on the pricier side and I would recommend reservations as the place was pretty full, but I would absolutely recommend this spot for a delicious, quality meal in Rhinebeck!

We had an enjoyable evening. Food was good. We all enjoyed…read moreour meal. Vegan stuffed squash ratatouille, with herbs, rice, etc. I'm grateful for a real meal, but I think it needed to be on a base of some beans. Fried chicken with dill pickles with buttermilk ranch dip was delicious and tender, collard greens were packed with flavor. Miso marinated black Cod with mushrooms and red lentil puree was enjoyed. All delish! Bar decor is chic and stylish. Not too noisy on a Sunday night. Small place with limited seating. Nice bar. Great ambiance. Service was perfect. Sign was tiny. At a nearby table, we saw a Absinthe fountain(!?), which looked fascinating! On my agenda... Helpful?

Took a long trip in the Adirondacks before driving back to NJ with my boyfriend. As we were drying…read moreoff from a swim in Lake George, he asked me "if you could have anything in the world to eat right now, what would it be?". I'm normally indecisive but I said "Steak Frites" and he hastily agreed. He told me to find a place anywhere along the trip back, and I found Flatiron. Despite the high average, the lowest reviews were shown to me first. Even though it was about half an hour out of the way, we agreed to give it a shot. I called to make a reservation only 50 minutes in advance and the guy on the line was friendly and happy to accommodate. Several reviews said this place is "nothing to look at", which we found really funny as we sat in paradise on the patio. Beautiful day. Quiet atmosphere. It was cute on the inside, too. All to say we found this perplexing. I normally don't ask to sit outside for fear of being forgotten (wait staff get busy and it's easy to miss tables that are out of your line of sight) but we were checked on consistently and back on the road within an hour. And also, what matters most: The food was really good. And they cooked my steak the way I asked. Gonna go out on a limb here and say the negative reviews are either greatly exaggerated or the management has since addressed the issues. This was a highlight for us on an already great trip.

Today was the Wednesday Burger Special and was it special!!!!…read more For $20 you get a juicy and delicious burger with various toppings and cheeses and a beer/wine/cider. Our whole group ordered the burgers and no one was disappointed ! Perfectly cooked with lettuce, tomato, caramelized onions, pickles and blue cheese hit the spot perfectly. Medium cooked was so juicy. The French fries were deliciously crispy and flavorful. Also a hit. Got Doc's hard cider to wash it all down. The waitress was friendly and attentive. The service was quick and the food hot. The restaurant is clean and very nice. Make reservations before you come.

We really enjoyed our dinner here while hanging out in Saugerties. It was definitely a bit dark…read moreinside, but not a bother. Will def try the brunch offerings next time we are here in town.

We were eager to check out Miss Lucy's as one of the more popular spots in Saugerties. Thankfully…read moreit wasn't too annoying to get a reservation and we found the spot to be busy and popular among locals and tourists alike. Walking in we were seated promptly though we immediately noticed that the interior was extremely dark. Not a big deal but worth flagging for older folks who might have a hard time reading. Our server was friendly and relatively attentive and walked us through the menu. We started off with some classics including their bread and butter (which was tasty and delicious) and ordered their P.E.I Mussels ($19) along with their Fried Brussels Sprouts ($15) to share. The portions were quite large for everything (great if you're in a larger party) but we immediately noticed that the mussels they served seemed a bit off. Many of them were not opened all the way (a sign that they might not be the freshest or recently passed) and had a bit of a fishy taste to them. We ended up not finishing them and flagged them to our waiter. The other items, including the 14oz Ribeye ($43) and baby back ribs ($28) were better, though a bit one-note. The bay back ribs in particular were extremely saucy and the corn bread was dry and a bit tough to eat. I had to use a knife to split it apart as it kept crumbling every time I used a fork. Regardless, it seems like a popular spot for a reason and perhaps we just went during more of an off-night. I'd still recommend checking it out but avoiding the mussels if you go.

Ore Hill has a brief, but somewhat tangled, history. Along with Swyft, a more casual sibling…read morerestaurant that shares the same address and ownership, and Rock Cobble Farm, a nearby estate in South Kent that supplies incredible produce, dairy products, and beef to both restaurants, Ore Hill was the brain child of philanthropist Anne Bass. We have loved the wood-fired pizzas, cocktails, and anything vegetal at Swyft since star chef Joel Viehland (previously of Noma, Gramercy Tavern and Community Table) opened it in 2018. Sadly, Chef Viehland left Swyft in 2020 without realizing plans for Ore Hill and not long after, Ms. Bass passed away. She provided for the farm and two restaurants in her estate, however, allowing Ore Hill to finally open in April 2023 with Chef Tyler Anderson as culinary director and Ryan Connelly as executive chef. The New York Times recognized Ore Hill as one of the best restaurants in the US the same year, the only restaurant so recognized in Connecticut. But the story doesn't end there. For reasons not made public, it seems that Chef Connelly left in late 2024 and Chef Ryan Carbone was brought in as a replacement. At our recent meal, Chef Carbone had not been long at the helm. We do not know first hand what the kitchen was like prior to his leadership -- but we can comfortably say that Ore Hill under Chef Carbone is inventive, interesting, and delicious. It makes brilliant use of lesser-known, lesser-appreciated ingredients that can transform a dish -- like nasturtium flowers and gooseberries. This kitchen takes risks, combining ingredients in unusual ways -- and it often pays off big time. Whoever is designing the food here is brilliant and those who are executing the food are doing a fine job of it. Ore Hill is only open for dinner and only offers a five course prix fixe or a chef's tasting menu. There is bread service, something we have learned to never take for granted given that it is no longer a norm in most NYC establishments: Two extremely thick slices of toasted, smoky sourdough with extremely yellow butter sourced from Rock Cobble Farm. (There could be doctoring of other sorts, but I usually associate butter this color with well grazed cows.) We chose a bottle of wine to go with our meal, a light 2020 Rossese di Dolceacqua, "E Prie" di Anfosso Lorenzo from Liguria. I did not love this wine on first sip, immediately after opening and without food, but the wine grew on me, playing surprisingly well with seafood, cheese / dairy, even lightly acidic dishes and red meat. Our courses: Canape: Black Point Oyster, tomato dashi, cucumber, basil First: - Beef tartare, farm beets, anise hyssop: Finely minced beef and beets were visually indistinguishable, served atop an anise hyssop leaf. We were instructed to eat everything together as though it were a hand roll. - Sea scallop crudo, cucumber, shiso, gooseberry: Sea scallops were pleasantly firm, just yielding enough, and interestingly reminiscent of the cucumber in texture. The gooseberry-based sauce was quite tart and little bit tannic, a fascinating stand-in for more familiar lemon. Second: - Tomme bottoni, green garlic, chive, chervil: Pasta "buttons" were filled with mellow, nutty Tomme cheese and topped with tendrils of flavorful micro greens, both from Rock Cobble Farm. Interestingly, this was the dish that paired best with the Rossese wine. - Grilled summer squash, skate wing, wild rose, red currant, mint: The rose had quite a concentrated fragrance, but was incorporated so gently and thoughtfully into the dish -- as pretty petals garnishing the dish, blended into the sauce, and in the poaching liquid for the skate -- that it was not overwhelming. Third: - Beef flat iron, green beans, bb carrot, lemon balm butter: The beef was perfect: perfectly seasoned, perfectly juicy, cooked to medium rare and wonderful with the lemon balm butter. -Steelhead trout, tomato jam, wood sorrel: The surprise star was the peppery pop of nasturtium flowers sprinkled atop. Fish was oversalted, but otherwise expertly handled. Cheese (a kind gift of the chef): a bloom, a gouda, and a tomme, all sourced from Rock Cobble Farm's dairy cows + spelt crackers Dessert: Summer berries, farm yogurt, sunflower granola, chocolate, lemon balm: Such a fun play of textures and flavors. The essence of summer berries captured perfectly. Black walnut miso pot de creme, blueberry, creme fraiche, sesame: Clever use of blueberry, present as a concentrated powder sprinkled atop the pot de creme, and alongside the creme fraiche and sesame tuille. Ore Hill's kitchen does a wonderful job of highlighting the flavors of intensely fresh ingredients and not impeding their clarity. I'm not sure where Chef Carbone's and Chef Anderson's visions overlap, begin, and end. But whatever they're doing to collaborate -- it is delicious without doubt.

This was such a nice dinner. My wife and I were celebrating our birthday and we couldn't ask for a…read morebetter night. The food was spectacular, the ambience was relaxing, and service was impeccable. The chef came out and walked us through a couple dishes and really made the night for us. What a great guy! I couldn't recommend this place higher.

Again, another fabulous dinner and evening at Crew! The quality and presentation of the food was…read moreexceptional! Our friendly server Rob was extremely attentive and provided descriptions on the various entrees. I started with a light, delicious cherry Bellini. Not too sweet, a beautiful color of pink bubbly goodness! Just what the doctor ordered! Husband had a great local IPA out of Brooklyn. When he couldn't decide, he was offered a samples to try. My entree was the best Pasta Bolognese I've had in a very long time! I'm an Italian and it transcended me back to childhood in my mother's kitchen! The rich abundant meat flavor blended perfectly with the spiced tomato sauce! It was a truly delicious dish ladled over the cooked just right al dente pasta! Deliciousness at 100% ! I highly recommend it! Husband had the huge, thick cut , bone in pork chop! Unbelievable flavor! The glaze was deliciously savory with hidden tastes of sweet Asian over perfectly charred cut up sweet potatoes and sticky rice on the side. Both our dinners portions were very large offering plenty for another meal at home. This was our fourth visit to the restaurant . Next time we are traveling up here to Poughkeepsie for work from Boston area we will certainly return! Each visit gets better and better! It makes me realize why familiar faces return regularly to the restaurant. The owner Tom is so welcoming and friendly. The food is not only excellent but the friendly atmosphere the whole staff provide makes it a winning combination! You all are so lucky to have this restaurant near by! Deliciousness and the best hospitality with fair pricing is hard to beat! I wish I took pictures!

We were pleasantly surprised, having traveled here for a family my wedding weekend. It was so hot…read moreoutside the door to the restaurant was untouchable but the hostess from inside ran out to let us in. The food was delicious. Salad was tasty and the fresh warm bread with the flavorful butter was excellent. I had salmon and usually I am not fond of restaurant spinach but their spinach was delicious as well as the salmon. Simone was our server and she was very attentive. So glad we chose to eat here . It was nice that the cook and manager thanked us as we left the restaurant.

The bar is where couples are placed, which is a fine place to find yourself for a wedding…read moreanniversary dinner. Young servers are attentive and quick to fill your water glass. After celebratory Hugo Spritzes, shared a huge Caesar salad and then one of us had the cioppino and yes, there was calves liver on the table too. The vibe is buzzy and it's a fun spot with reliable fare.

The Mill has incredible food including American and foreign cuisine. The complimentary snacks were…read morea nice touch. We shared a delicious foie gras terrine with toast and fig compote. My vegetarian curry with mango chutney was exceptional. My husband opted for calves liver which was wonderful. You seldom see this on menus anymore. The ambiance was warm and cozy. The service was excellent. The only thing I didn't like was a mojito. It was very sugary, lime was weak and virtually no mint. Overall The Mill is an outstanding restaurant we will revisit!

Absolutely wonderful! The menu offers a huge selection of Spanish, Mexican, Latin, and South…read moreAmerican dishes plus American and Italian. I got the chicken fajitas and my dad got the beef stew. Both were generous portions -- the chicken and veggies were perfectly cooked and I have 1-2 meals worth of leftovers. The homemade tortillas were the best I've ever had. The hot sauce was fantastic too (unsure if made in house or not). Wanted to note that they now serve alcohol, as another reviewer mentioned they didn't. They have a full dining room plus a bar area, and both are equally nice. We went on a weekday evening and the place was fairly empty. Please do yourself a favor and check them out!

Highlight of this restaurant: amazing food but do not serve alcohol…read more Read on for our full experience - This restaurant used to be Maura's Kitchen, on Alden Place. It's a bit off the main street traffic and not advertised as they should. We were in the mood to try something new so decided to give this place a shot on a Friday night. The place was completely empty and I was a bit worried that this is not going to be a good meal. Once seated, the waiter brought a basket of tortillas chips and salsa to the table. My kids immediately attacked it. The salsa was not spicy so they really enjoyed it. A quick look at the menu we realized they don't serve alcohol, a bit disappointed but not a deal breaker. They did have many Virgin drinks such as sangria, Pina colada, Margarita, etc. I found their menu to be a bit all over the place. They have a Spanish section but also have burgers and sandwiches as well as Italian pasta dishes. Their appetizer also contains taco bowls and burritos which should be in main dish section?! The soup are also quite expensive, but maybe because they are big portions? The menu also don't give much description for the Spanish food (I'm no expert), so we made our orders and hoped for the best. The kids wanted milkshakes and I asked the waiter to split 1 order into 2 cups so they can share it. He was super nice to do so without charging extra. As the dishes come out, our worries were put to ease. Everything was absolutely delicious. Hubby had the shrimp sauteed (Camarones Saltados), big portions with a side of rice and salad. It was light and well seasoned, the rice were also very flavorful. I had the Mexican stew, which was tender pork in tomato based soup with fresh onions, lettuce and avocado on top. Comes with tortillas chips, green dipping sauce (guacamole-like, but not as thick), and a very spicy hot sauce (which I ended up adding to the soup as it was absolutely yum), and a side of rice. My daughter ordered the Garlic shrimp - she opt for mashed potatoes on the side. I was surprised to find the garlic shrimp was in a creamy sauce, but it was so good! I want to take that sauce home and add rice or pasta to it!! You can tell that the mashed potatoes were made from real potatoes. It has nice chunks to it and the color is slightly yellow. So good! My son had the calamari and it was served on a bed salad with lettuce, tomato, radish, and banana peppers. The creamy dipping sauce was so good too. We really wanted dessert but was so full from dinner that we'll have to plan better next time. All in all, great place with top notch food. I would give the food 5 but knocked 1 down due to no alcohol. We will definitely come back to try more dishes!!

The food is amazing! Who said "the saucier is God" - I think Eric Ripert - agree…read more The Wild Caught Prawns in red curry sauce is the only appetizer I get. It is the best item on the menu! This visit my husband had the braised beef pie and I the pork chop, both outstanding! Warm date toffee pudding was delicious. Run to Bia for outstanding food and exceptional service but if you want to linger or have a quiet intimate dinner it is not that place. It could be with some tweaks but the food is the reason I'm there!

Came to Bia as a recommendation from our BnB hosts, and we were blown away by how delicious (and…read moreunique) the food was! My partner and I love Irish pub food, and Bia elevates it to the next level. Our favorite dishes included the pate and salmon tartare (some of the best I've every had). The lamb dish with side of chips were also incredible. Service was friendly and we enjoyed the cozy atmosphere - perfect for a date night! We will definitely be back to try other dishes next time we find ourselves in Rhinebeck!