Must-see restaurants in Hudson Valley

  • Blue Hill at Stone Barns

    Hudson Valley

    Go maximum locavore at chef Dan Barber's farm (which also supplies his Manhattan restaurant). Settle in for an eye-popping multicourse feast based on the…

  • Matchbox Cafe

    Hudson Valley

    Located just a few minutes outside of Rhinebeck, this cafe serves diner favorites made with fresh, local ingredients. The menu is pretty simple, but…

  • Roundhouse Restaurant & Lounge

    Hudson Valley

    Situated with stunning waterfall views, the Roundhouse restaurant pulls out all the culinary stops, with dishes celebrating the cream of Hudson Valley…

  • Hudson Food Studio

    Hudson Valley

    With its menu of noodles, including hearty bowls of ramen and pho, braised Chinese eggplant, Kurobuta pork and Vietnamese-style salads, there's a strong…

  • Huckleberry

    Hudson Valley

    This cute sea-green house set back from the road offers an appealing menu of gourmet items, including grass-fed-beef burgers, fish tacos and IPA mac 'n'…

  • Grazin' Diner

    Hudson Valley

    If retro cred from the converted 1940 diner weren't enough, Grazin' goes above and beyond with their burgers, made with grass-fed, organic beef sourced…

  • Lagusta's Luscious Commissary

    Hudson Valley

    Drop into this bright, politically active cafe just off the main strip for hearty vegan dishes made with nut-cheese (such as a baked mac 'n' cheese…

  • Parish

    Hudson Valley

    A little bit of New Orleans in the Hudson Valley, The Parish serves up creole classics like po' boys, jambalaya, gumbo and buttermilk-fried chicken (plus…

  • Sweet Grass Grill

    Hudson Valley

    With produce sourced from a dozen local farms, including Stone Barns, the menu at Sweet Grass changes with the weekly harvest, but you can bet on finding…

  • Terrapin

    Hudson Valley

    Set in an old wood-shingled church, popular Terrapin has a wide-ranging menu with locally sourced ingredients, with everything from pasta and salads to…

  • American Bounty Restaurant

    Hudson Valley

    This CIA student–run restaurant focuses on seasonal, Hudson Valley produce and modern interpretations of regional American cuisine. Reservations are…

  • Fish & Game

    Hudson Valley

    This James Beard Award–winning restaurant and bar has New York gourmets going all light-headed over rustic-yet-elegant modern American dishes. Chef Zakary…

  • Taco Project

    Hudson Valley

    If you're hankering for some no-frills, high-quality tacos, stop in at this chic spot on Tarrytown's Main St. The dining area is small and it's popular at…

  • Bread Alone Bakery & Cafe

    Hudson Valley

    Superior-quality baked goods, sandwiches and salads (including vegan options) are served up at the Rhinebeck location of this popular bakery and cafe…

  • Le Perche

    Hudson Valley

    A small piece of France has been transported to Hudson with this combined bakery, cafe and bar. At the front of the shop, pick up freshly baked baguettes,…

  • Bocuse Restaurant

    Hudson Valley

    Bocuse offers both traditional and modern French dishes in elegant surroundings as part of the series of student-run restaurants at the Culinary Institute…

  • Homespun Foods

    Hudson Valley

    A low-key gourmet legend in these parts, Homespun offers fresh everything, including creative salads, sandwiches and a veggie meatloaf made from nuts and…

  • Ristorante Caterina de' Medici

    Hudson Valley

    It's all Italian at this section of the CIA, with both a proper dining room offering the full range of dishes and the casual Al Forno Trattoria if you…

  • Amsterdam

    Hudson Valley

    Inviting modern American cuisine with a few international nods (such as Korean fried chicken or Spanish-style scallops) and impressive cocktails are…

  • Apple Pie Bakery Café

    Hudson Valley

    The CIA's casual cafe (no reservations necessary) offers breakfast pastries, hearty sandwiches, quiche and salads for dining in or to go. The dining room…

  • Ella's Bellas

    Hudson Valley

    Everything at Ella's bakery is gluten free, including the wi-fi password! Enjoy quiches, soups, salads and baked sweet treats alongside plenty of types of…

  • Eveready Diner

    Hudson Valley

    It's difficult to resist turning off the highway to visit this giant sparkling chrome diner. There's been a diner here since the 1950s, and even though…

  • Savona's Trattoria

    Hudson Valley

    This trattoria near the water in Kingston's Rondout district offers up old-world charm and classic Italian dishes with just a dash of modernity. All of…

  • Sissy's Cafe

    Hudson Valley

    There's a good mix of raw green juice, veggie wraps and classic meat-heavy sandwiches at Sissy's Cafe. Many of the ingredients come from local sources and…

  • P & G's

    Hudson Valley

    In a building dating from 1900, this restaurant and bar has a convivial vibe and blockbuster serves of sandwiches, salads, burgers and the like. The bar…

  • Nolitas Cafe

    Hudson Valley

    Nolitas Cafe is where the locals head to for a cheap breakfast that's a cut above your typical diner fare. It's known for its sandwiches and wraps, good…

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