This hole in the wall in Valatie sits directly on a creek and Main Street. It needs a better sign…read moreas the entrance is a nondescript multi level building, with an awning. Inside there is a dining area that wraps around bathrooms. On the counters, staff left their empty gum wrappers, staff drink coolers, dirty rags, half eaten sandwiches, empty bottles, refilled Tostitos jars with stinky substances, papers, and cloths etc. At the counter there was a long wait. Regular visitors brought their own food. Several of the service vitrines were cracked. The glass + tableware racks that busboys brought, were very dirty (see pictures, replace them). My meatloaf sandwich - which is a staple that I usually opt for, when there are many items, was filled with carrot and greens; which left a weird taste, that was not meatloafy on my palette! The sides were good, the coffee as well: but the coffee was always empty. The food is middle of the road. Service is slow and lacks a single 'leader' who can keep business humming along. People waited to pay. Cash was left unpaid on the register - people just gave up and walked out. It is very very chaotic. Food is passable, not refined. Coffee refills took a very long time. Chaotic female wait staff, that creates massive dining room problems and backups for diners wanting to pay. Staff make problems not solving them! Review: -4

Bright, inviting exterior, classic diner atmosphere, and genuinely friendly staff made for a…read morepromising first impression. Unfortunately, the meal fell short. Our omelets were generously sized but dry, under-seasoned, and filled with soggy vegetables. The crispy, well-cooked home fries were the standout of the plate. The presentation was just as uninspired as the flavor as this was one of the few meals I've had that didn't inspire me to reach for my camera.

We had such a fabulous time at Morningbird last weekend. Everything about the experience was on…read morepoint: the vibes, the service, the food, the drinks. It certainly didn't hurt that the weather was beautiful and there was one outdoor table open when we arrived so we could sit with our dog by our side. Morningbird is a great fit for the area and absolutely worth visiting even if you're a town or two away. We came here around 1pm on a Saturday, on our way from Hudson to the Adirondacks. Thankfully it was on the way, allowing us to both shave off a bit of our drive and try a new spot we'd been eying for a while. Thanks to some pictures on Google, I saw that there were at least a few outdoor tables, which was important because we had our dog with us. You need to order inside but they'll bring it out to your when it's ready. Though we only spent all of five minutes indoors, I immediately loved the vibe and could picture myself hanging, reading, working here for a while. All the tables were full at this hour, but it did not seem overly packed. The coffee here is delicious, though I can only speak to the cold brew. That said, a friend of ours speaks highly of the lattes/other espresso drinks, for what it's worth. While waiting for my coffee, I perused the selection of prepared foods -- curated with a precision I've come to expect of most businesses in this area. As some have mentioned, the food at Morningbird (and the neighboring Aviary) is Asian-inspired, as are the items for sale. Expect gourmet condiments and seasoning, alongside plenty of coffee/tea and coffee/tea-related products. It's a marvel that I didn't walk out of there with five jars of chili crisp (potentially my all-time favorite condiment). Food-wise, I got the Iceberg Wedge w/ fried shiitakes, blistered sungolds, salted cashews, vegan thai green goddess dressing and my partner got the Fried Omelette and Kale over rice w/ garlic fried rice, roasted kale, crispy shallot. Every ingredient of both dishes was fresh and delicious and flavorful, and the preparations were familiar with a bit of whimsy. The prices are extremely reasonable for both items, but it's possible that it's because they're both on the smaller side as far as entrees go. Not a complaint, just worth mentioning in case you are very hungry. Service was super fast, almost impossibly so. An enjoyable experience start to finish, making Morningbird a spot we'll certainly be returning to.

Delicious breakfast sandwiches! the mochi donuts are also very good. The prices are a little high…read morefor the portions you get. Not something I could afford all the time. The venue is super cute but the service could be friendlier.

Wonderful chocolate. The dark chocolate nonpareils are worth a special trip. A family favorite.read more

such yummy coffee, amazing service, wonderful gifts & trinkets to look at, all fairly priced. Truly…read moreso lovely & there's also a wonderful view out of the back window as well :)

What a clean place to shop! It offers a varied assortment of candies and other sundries from the…read moreUK, USA & other places plus a large variety of drinks and pastries. Clean bathroom, too. Two staff were there: one was sweet and helpful while the other one was not so much. I'd return for the tasty drink and aesthetic, though. I appreciate the need to keep it 'just so.'

What a wonderful little shop! I could tell that the owner put a lot of thought into curating what…read morethey wanted to display, and the atmosphere they wanted to convey. There's fancy candles and aromatherapy on the right, but on the left you can find a small grocery store of sorts with tinned fish and chili crunch, and theres a slew of stationery scattered around as well. I believe they also sell loose leaf teas, and from what I can remember Rocky's Matcha is a pretty popular brand of ceremonial matcha. I got the chai latte, and it is the STRONGEST CHAI LATTE I'VE EVER HAD. I would say its caffeinicity (is that a word?) is comparable to a regular coffee latte. It's fragrant, a little more forward in the spices, an all around I can see why it's a customer favorite. Their matcha latte also sounds super tasty, and their Blue Boy which I think is butterfly pea-based. I guess this means I just need to circle back and try some of their other drinks!

Wonderful dog friendly covered deck in back with view of local park and Hudson River! Delicious…read moresandwiches at reasonable prices and nice service!

IF YOU ARE READING THIS DO NOT TRUST THEM THEY ARE A CULT (food was good service was good ambience…read morewas amazing.) I had to say that for the review to go through do not trust them.

Amazing excellent food great service you have to try this place. It won't disappoint.read more

​Wow, what an excellent breakfast spot! We tried the hashbrown sandwich and the farmhouse sandwich,…read moreand both were amazing. They really pay attention to the details here--even the muffin was perfectly sliced and toasted to absolute perfection. Next level and it might've been homemade! We'd highly recommend this place and will definitely return on our next trip.

Amazing. 10/10. NY Lox is my go to. I bought one with a Sesame bagel, the other with an Everything…read morebagel.

I loved the style in this place, it was welcoming and charming. There is plenty of seating inside…read moreand outside. Service was quick. Now onto the bagel, I wanted to like this because I heard great things on how they are close to a city bagel.....far from it. It was just okay. The cream cheese was pretty good. But eh don't go out of your way if you are a die hard bagel lover.

Excellent coffee, craft, and atmosphere. A big recommend from me…read more A small café, which lives just across the street from a charming barn full of books, is gorgeously lit and carefully furnished. Their coffee roasts are varied and exceptionally high quality. I stocked up on several bags of beans on my recent trip. And the drinks they make they make with craft and obvious care. Shout out to Camry for the memorable counter service, as well. When we're in the area, we drive out of our way to visit this Berkshire gem.

We stopped by last year while celebrating the 4th with family. Thought we repeat our Sunday morning…read morecoffee break again this year.. It was very busy but the line did move fast. Small Parking area at location. But street parking around the area. They have great coffee which is what we remembered. Full of flavor and I don't need to sweeten it. Just enjoy it with cream. Had a banana Nutella muffin which tasted like a bran muffin with Nutella and another layer of something. It was fine but not what I was expecting. The orange muffin was fine but did not have orange flavor. Love the space as they have plenty of seating in doors and outdoor. It was a beautiful morning so perfect to sit and enjoy the warm weather, people watching and walk around the town, if you desire.

The Cafe building sits in front of the sculpture fields. Food is served on weekends; the building…read moreis open during the week as well, and light refreshments are served -- pot of Tierra Farm tea, coffee, house-baked and Daily Bread cookies, apples, that sort of thing. The building is more accurately described as nestled into the landscape. It is a thing of subtle and magnificent beauty -- the building is bright from natural light, open and blends seamlessly into the landscape. There are tables and chairs inside and outside seating, and bathrooms. It is a treasure. I would say "local treasure" but I am not alone in being a local who has not been there since it opened in 2008 until a couple days ago(!). I am glad to know it is open during the week as well; my dog is eager I know to romp and stroll in the sculpture fields. Dogs are welcome.

Freshest food; straight from the farms next door... Grilled veggie paninis, salads and greens…read more Super super tasty!

This is our second time here. It is absolutely fantastic here. This is because the staff is…read moreprofessional, kind, and has quality Mexican and Tex Mexican food. The environment is welcoming and very clean. My husband, Husband and I are vegetarian/vegan and they accommodated us. It was absolutely fantastic food. They put everything on the side and we just built our own corn tortillas. Superb. We highly recommend!!

The Best food on main street Valatie and very good service always !!!! My go to for dinnerread more