Food was so great and the coffee was delish. Service stands out as exceptional. Wish this was in my…read moretown!

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.

We arrived around 1pm and the cafe was not too busy. The space is light but there is limited…read moreseating and people tend to linger. By the time we left the cafe was packed, we later learned classes let out at either 1:30pm or 3pm which accounted for the increased traffic. You order from the counter, receive a number, and wait for someone to bring your food, we did not wait long for our food to arrive and the students working front of the house asked if we needed anything and quickly attended to our needs. The fired artichoke hearts were the standout. Perfectly breaded and fried, they were spectacular without the dipping sauce! Don't get me wrong the sauce was great and added layers of taste but you didn't need it to make the dish better. The street Corn Salad was generous but it a salad. It's not that I wouldn't recommend but keep your expectations low!

The culinary school doesn't disappoint! The portions are generous, the prices are affordable, and…read morethere's no tipping required. We ordered the Caribbean beef stew and the short rib grilled cheese--the stew was delicious, though the grilled cheese was a bit on the salty side. The pastry selection is also impressive, with plenty of tempting options to choose from. Overall, I had a great experience here. Just note that during lunchtime, the line can get long--you might need to wait around 10-15 minutes.

A random road-trip stop at Shadows turned into one of the greatest dining experiences of our lives…read more We just wanted a solid meal with a river view after a long day on the highway. Instead, we found a culinary gem. The space is spectacular -- bright, open, and surrounded by relaxing river ambiance. We began our evening on the outdoor balcony, but a sudden thunderstorm dropped a tsunami of rain prompting a quick relocation into the equally welcoming main dining room. Our waiter, a charming young man from Hungary, gave us an excellent primer on the menu, which expertly balanced accessible staples with high-end luxury (creeping all the way up to an eye-popping $155 Wagyu steak special -- there were only 15 servings available for the night we later found out). As Port lovers, we were floored by the beverage options. Living outside of Philadelphia, we're used to restaurants offering one or two uninspired Tawnys. Shadows boasts an embarrassment of riches. Our waiter candidly confessed Port wasn't his forte and quickly dispatched the sommelier, Enrique. The fluid, passionate back-and-forth that followed was incredible; we learned more about wine in five minutes with Enrique than in decades of traveling. We gladly handed him the steering wheel for the rest of the night. Because we were celebrating my birthday, we went all in. My wife crossed caviar off her bucket list and tried the delectable octopus -- a substantial steak rather than the usual fried bits at most establishments. After some enabling from my wife, I went temporarily insane and ordered the Wagyu. As frequent diners, it was the priciest plate I've ever ordered, and it was worth every single penny. From the kitchen's flawless execution to exceptional hospitality that extended from the GM to the bus staff, the evening was perfect. Yes, we dropped a small fortune, but entirely by choice -- the menu accommodates nearly all budgets. We left feeling like we made out like bandits because the memories were priceless. Several times during dinner I literally felt envious of the locals. I hope they realize what a treasure they have in their midst.

The first thing you're stuck with at this restaurant are the beautiful views of the Hudson River…read more The setting is amazing whether you're sitting inside or out. I found mixed results with the food. The flatbread appetizer and cheesecake dessert was very good. I ordered steak as my entree and the server asked if I wanted it cooked rare, medium, or well done. I asked for medium rare and she said they couldn't do that. What kind of high end restaurant can't cook a steak medium rare? I found the cut I received to be way too overcooked. If you're looking for a place with a great view, stop by. Just don't order steak.

These stores are absolutely fantastic! The highlight is definitely the garden center, which…read morefeatures an incredibly knowledgeable and courteous staff. The gift shop is also fun to browse; while I don't always buy much, it's nice to look around, and you can occasionally find a hidden gem--like the lovely holiday ornaments I discovered last year. Most importantly, the produce is consistently fresh, and the overall customer service is excellent.

My daughter requested seafood for her birthday dinner so I headed to Adam's Poughkeepsie location…read more If you can find a parking space, remember to bring a quarter with you because at this location, you are required to insert a quarter to rent the cart. Presumably this is because of the proximity to City Of Poughkeepsie, but I see no reason for it. This location has a bit of a confusing situation because you really need to remember which entrance you use so you can get back to your vehicle without having to circle the entire building with an overflowing cart of groceries. They are pros and cons to shopping here. Staff is extremely friendly to the point where you feel like you're at a neighborhood small grocery. But this place is massive with an abundance of imports and unique offerings from around the region. I belong to a farm cooperative, so I don't usually need vegetables. However, in this case, I did shop produce to locate some organic options to serve with the scallops and shrimp. The presentation is wonderful, but the prices are outrageous. Year over year, the same items that I purchased at Adam have increased by at least 30%. Some of that is due to the current geopolitics, but some of it is just plain exorbitant pricing. My purchase: A stop at Seafood to make sure they had 2 pounds of sea scallops approximately $24 per pound- wild caught. And the colossal shrimp more than $20 per pound also wild caught. Next stop a birthday cake - everything looks wonderful and I'm sure that there are items that are not mass produced with lots of fillers, but idea say that they probably use the same cake mixes as the less pricey supermarkets. Regardless, I had no time to bake so I picked up a 6 inch carrot cake - $26. And a fresh fruit tart 9 inch $29. Ouch, one note about the fruit tart is that the strawberries were not hold which makes for very.com cumbersome dining. You serve a lovely piece of fruit tart, and your guest has to dissect the strawberry to take the leaves off. It doesn't look that great and it is not appetizing. A quick stop to pick up organic broccoli. What the heck! Roughly $12 for two bunches of broccoli. I must be out of my mind. It was a birthday and I don't have any broccoli at home so I bit the bullet Over to the cheese counter where you can find exceptional values, and Exceptional imports My pic today was Bulgarian feta cheese, which is not easy to find, a beautiful French Camembert, and a block of Gouda. A loaf of bread, and a quick run to the clearance section at the back of the store where I scored pretty well with about 2 pounds of beautiful grapes for two dollars and a dragon fruit for under two dollars. A 12 pack of Parker General rolls $2.50 a quick run past the pasta department for the Italian produced linguine and onto the cash register. My cart was full and I knew my wallet would be empty soon so I headed home. Shopping at Adams is an experience rather than a chore. Please don't go on an empty stomach because you will soon regret it. You're not gonna find samples here for tasting, but you can ask at the cheese counter if you're not sure about a potential purchase and they will oblige. I do .

I visited in early fall (first week of October) on a Saturday and the farm was packed! They have a…read moregood system for parking, pretty well organized over all, and this is key. Upon arrival each person pays a $10 cover charge that you receive a ticket for use in the country store in the amount of $10, so technically you get your money back as long as you buy something. Honestly the visiting experience was only okay, I am not sure I'd go back or recommend it BUT this is tempered by the fact that I did buy the biggest, prettiest mum and I may go back again for another one next year. I definitely have the nicest mum in all of Jersey City. I think it was around $20 for my huge mum and I was going to buy some apple cider donuts, but when I saw they were charging $18 for 12 donuts I put the package back on the shelf.

Food/drinks: Margarita pizza was okay and $$$ but the apple cider and apple cider donuts were SO…read moreGOOD. Honestly best apple cider donuts I've ever had + freshly baked , not stale at all and very soft and fluffy (but you have to buy it in a dozen, you can't buy individual) Lots of apples to choose from ~5-8 kinds from evercrisp to snapdragon to gold rush. Gold rush & pink lady were my favorite. Atmosphere: Loved for fall! There's was live music, plenty of apples and pumpkins to pick from, plenty of benches and seating indoors and outdoors for eating, and areas for children to play Dogs allowed! Service: friendly everywhere!! Price: cheap for entry, food is $$. You have to pay a $10 fee but it goes towards anything you buy. For apple cider & cider donuts I would say worth the price. Apple picking is charged by the pound

Service is pretty good but drip coffee is so weak. Bummer…read morebecause I love how cute it is here. Cheers, The Happy Hour Huntress

Krafted Kup is one of those neighborhood gems that instantly makes you feel at home. Right by…read moreVassar, it's the perfect cozy spot to post up with your laptop for a study session, catch up on work, or just chat with a friend over a great cup of coffee. The vibe is relaxed and welcoming -- a mix of students, locals, and regulars who all seem to know it's the place to be. The coffee selection is fantastic with lots of variety -- from perfectly pulled espressos to fun seasonal specials. I also really appreciate that the food here goes beyond the basics; everything I've tried has been fresh and satisfying, making it a great option for breakfast or lunch. And shoutout to their loyalty program -- the stamp card is such a nice touch! It's one of those little things that makes you look forward to coming back again and again. Whether you're in need of caffeine, comfort, or a cozy place to get things done, Krafted Kup never disappoints. A true Poughkeepsie staple!

While overall service lacked attentiveness at peak dinner rush, I can overlook it since this a…read morelearning environment. The Bounty's Butcher Board was delicious with cured meats, pate, and a jam. 10/10 The Asparagus with Sheep's Milk Panna Cotta was a star. Layers of flavors did from perfectly cooked chicken cutlet asparagus, olives, Panna cotta, and greens. It delighted the palate. 10/10 The Duck Duo was recommend a student sitting next to us but received mixed reviews. My husband found the meat a bit oily. I found it perfectly cooked and appreciated the lack of gaminess. 8/10 The Potato Gnocchi was pillowy and perfectly sauced. The peas added a nice snap. 10/10

One of the restaurants in the CiA. Very nice. We had reservations which are a must if you plan on…read moregoing here. Get them early !! Ambience is relaxing and high end dinning. White tablecloth stuff! Once we checked in we were seated pretty quickly. Our server came by and talked to the menu. Everything sounded so good! We got a little amuse bouche to start us off. Pretty tasted and did the job to make us hungry !! We then picked the beef dumpling soup to share. Deep flavors and very tasty. For mains I chose the Duo of Duck. Smoked duck breast with the sausage bon bon was really good. Duck was just right. Deb had the Berkshire Pork. Wheatberry porridge, gremolata and mustard seeds made for a really nice bite. This was good and portion was nice. We did wait a while in between course which is the only ding but the experience was really nice.

I don't want Stewart's to change ( except the following):…read morePlease bring back: Stewart's potato chips Less overrun. Your ice cream was perfect. Thanks for the wonderful associates: shout out to Sara and Matthew who helped a lot with my order for the contractors who are working on our attic.

Thick milkshakes as requested. Chocolate is the best. Strawberry cheesecake waffle cone is a go…read moretoo.