Location: Poughkeepsie
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Top Things to do in Poughkeepsie
- 1. Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum
- 2. Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park
- 3. Walkway State Historic Park
- 4. Franklin Delano Roosevelt Home
- 5. DuBois Farms
- 6. Frances Lehman Loeb Art Center at Vassar College
- 7. Val-Kill Cottage
- 8. Locust Grove Estate
- 9. Vanderbilt Mansion National Historic Site
- 10. Marist College
New York, United States Food Guide: 10 Bar food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Poughkeepsie
Discover Restaurants offering the best Bar food in Poughkeepsie, New York, United States. A short ride away from New York City on the Metro North commuter rail, Poughkeepsie sits on the banks of the Hudson River. The close proximity of Vassar College and the Culinary Institute of America guarantees the presence of fun boutiques and fine dining. Main Mall Row, a group of 1870s Renaissance Revival storefronts along Poughkeepsie's Main Street is on the National Register of Historic Places. The twenty-two surrounding parks provide the opportunity to take a relaxing break from city life.
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10. Billy Bob's BBQ
Overall Ratings
4 based on 95 reviews
Reviewed By blues4545
While on an 8 day motorcycle trip from Baltimore to Maine and back we spent the night in Poughkeepsie. I had read good reviews about Billy Bob's and it was a short walking distance from the hotel. Nice looking place, clean and the décor is good. They seated the 7 people in or party and it was time to dine. There were a wide variety of items ordered and everyone seemed pleased with them. I had the smoked half chicken and it was done well and tasted good. The problem we had was 2 things, the service and the dining room acoustics. The service was very slow. It took us 2 hours to have our meal. It should never take 2 hours for BBQ, it's all been smoked for several hours and basically should just be plated. I have NEVER had a BBQ meal go that long. Also the meals didn't come all out at once, some here and then some there. It's rude and inconsiderate to have people waiting at a table and there food is getting cold while they are waiting for the rest to be served. Also the waitress kept reaching over peoples plates, big no-no. My side salad came out and then my entrée 2 minutes later while everyone else was still waiting. Ordered dessert (mistake) and it took them 20 minutes to put a piece of pie on a plate. Now the acoustics...sound just bounces all over the place in the dining room. All hard surfaces with a high ceiling. It got go bad that one person in our group had to cover her ears for a bit because the of the sound volume and the sound bouncing all over the place. You need yo put in a couple of sound dampeners. Fix the service and fix the acoustics and you'll have a winner.
9. Tavern 23
Overall Ratings
4 based on 23 reviews
Reviewed By A W
This place just consistently puts out great food. It's more than just decent pub fare, it's taken basic food, and definitely kicked it up a few notches. It's just good. Always.
8. Ice House on the Hudson
Overall Ratings
3 based on 362 reviews
Reviewed By JBentraveler
After walking the Hudson bridge, we decided to try the restaurant we saw. The ice house is a nice casual place on the river. No dock and dine, but there is a drop off.We ordered the sunburst kale and the portobello sandwich. Both were better than expected.
7. River Station Restaurant
Overall Ratings
3 based on 236 reviews
SEE WHY LOCALS LOVE RIVER STATION WATERFRONT SEAFOOD RESTAURANT IN POUGHKEEPSIE, NY River Station Restaurant and Catering is a family restaurant in Poughkeepsie, NY. We've been a local favorite for 40 years. You'll love our waterfront view and mouth-water
Reviewed By daverate
We went with a group of eight tonight, 4 adults, 4 children. Got to the restaurant at 5:45 and seated immediately. Waitress brought drinks and took our order at 6:00. at 6:20, she brought the kids meals out. At 7:00 we asked the hostess where our food was and she checked and said 5-10 minutes. Well out food came at 7:15, and 3 of the 4 orders were over cooked badly. The manager or whatever she was came out and apologized and did refund the food order. But she had a terrible attitude and kept making excuses as to why our food was so bad, like it's Friday night, it's busy, one of the orders was a special order (which is was not), etc. etc. She asked us if we waned new meals and I said no, we have been here long enough we will order a pizza on the way home, she immediately told me that they don't need attitudes like mine. Well, the attitude was her, she should have just apologized, took the meals off the bill and not make excuses. I have gone to this restaurant numerous time over the past 20-30 years, will not go there again based on the way we were treated tonight.
6. Schatzi's Pub and Bier Garden
Overall Ratings
4 based on 117 reviews
Reviewed By chetndeb
We were in town to see a show and stopped in for a couple of drinks and a snack at the bar. Their tap list is fantastic most of them from NY. The Bavarian pretzels were very good and was a perfect fit for a couple of beers. The staff was very friendly. We will definitely return when in Poughkeepsie.
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5. Blue Collar Brewery, Inc.
Overall Ratings
4 based on 55 reviews
Reviewed By Robin B
Iâve learned not to expect much in the way of food at pubs and breweries, but Blue Collar Brewery was a nice surprise. Good beer and good burgersâI canât ask for more. Service was reasonably good even though our server was alone and taking care of at least six tables and wearing the hostess hat. They offer parking which is a nice perk.
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4. Amici's
Overall Ratings
4 based on 194 reviews
Headed By Local Culinary Institute of America Graduate, Joel Trocino. Creative weekly specials, plus always serving the classic Italian American Dishes. We Serve Pizzas and Burgers and lite fare in our lounge, as well as full take out and delivery busines
Reviewed By DianneWheatley
Situated across from the train station this building dates from about 1840 was originally a brewery owned by a Mr. Vassar who gave money to the formerly school for ladies nearby. Now it is a restaurant. Ground level caters to the pizza set...take-out but a couple of tables to eat in. Lots of choices. Looked great as we entered. Upstairs is a most comfortable dining room with high ceilings. The food is amazing. Yes, try the daily specials but also check out the menu for pasta with Sunday gravy...an assortments of meats. I liked the lobster ravioli. Joey talked about his experiences and that of the evolution of his restaurant. He treated to "Italian Tacos" a sweet. We ate for 2 days and shared with staff at our hotel. Thank you.
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3. P.C.'s Paddock Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 257 reviews
Reviewed By Dondi22
Stopped in for a relaxed lunch and we were not disappointed. Bartender has a good hand and the menu has enough choices for a variety of tastes. Started with the steamed clams - choice of ale or wine preparation. We had the wings, (about 8 preparation choices), and the chicken salad. Our server, Therese, was very attentive and the food preparation and presentation was excellent. Also, good Tuesday afternoon crowd for the outdoor patio. Worth a try.
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2. Shadows on the Hudson
Overall Ratings
4 based on 875 reviews
Shadows on the Hudson, the Hudson Valley's Premier Waterfront Dining, is located in Poughkeepsie, NY. Our building is perched on a cliff 40 feet above the Hudson River and just 50 feet from its eastern bank. This prime riverfront location affords us one-o
Reviewed By Ruhu61
A pleasant atmosphere. We enjoyed our corn chowder immensely. Not so impressed by the garlic bread "tower" - just pieces of bread...Pasta needed to be more al dente and dessert selection was disappointing. We took a miss. Still, scallops were great as was salad.Thank you so much for taking the time to review your recent visit to Shadows on the Hudson. We appreciate your feedback on the atmosphere and review of the dishes. We hope to see you again in the near future. Warmly,Deanna KnappRestaurant Manager
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1. Mill House Brewing Company
Overall Ratings
4 based on 687 reviews
Mill House Brewing Company opened in the Fall of 2013. For us, it is the culmination of years of professional culinary/hospitality experience, expressive design and construction, and craft beer artistry. Located in the rehabilitated Mill House, Mill House
Reviewed By David M
When I see a brew pub, I typically assume that the food will be passable pub fare. Burgers, fries, a token salad or two.This place shattered my expectations! The menu was ecclectic, yet balanced. Truffle arancini. Charcuterie. Burgers and salads that sounded creative and appetizing. Unlike many restaurants that try to be original, but instead cram too much into a dish, the creativity here was perfect. If you want a chicken sandwich, you don't have to say "hold the avocado, radishes, and kiwi/porcinini mushroom aeoli please." Instead, everything sounded harmonious, yet, fresh and original. The pork schnitzel deserves its own paragraph. Crispy on the outside, moist on the inside. Amazing mustard-crea-au jus sauce, but not smothered in it. Mustard spaetzel that has ruined me for all other spaetzel. And red cabbage that was so delicious it could have been a dish all its own!I live about an hour and 20 min from this place, and I'm already thinking of when I can return!Oh, and the beer was excellent, too!
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