Top Restaurants in Highland
Top Things to do in Highland
- 1. Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park
- 2. Walkway State Historic Park
- 3. Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum
- 4. Frances Lehman Loeb Art Center at Vassar College
- 5. Franklin Delano Roosevelt Home
- 6. DuBois Farms
- 7. Mohonk Preserve
- 8. Locust Grove Estate
- 9. Val-Kill Cottage
- 10. Bad Seed Cider
Top 10 restaurants in Highland, United States
Discover the best restaurant in Highland, United States including Apple Pie Bakery Cafe, Gunk Haus Restaurant, Rosticceria Rossi and Sons, Bocuse Restaurant, Frozen Caboose, La Deliziosa, Underground Coffee & Ales, American Bounty, Lola's Catering and Cafe, Caffe Aurora
Things to do in Highland
1. Apple Pie Bakery Cafe
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 235 reviews
The Apple Pie Bakery Cafe showcases the talents of the CIA's baking and pastry arts students and faculty, and features sumptuous baked goods and cafe cuisine. The full menu is available for takeout or to enjoy in our relaxed, reservation-free dining area.<br><br>The Apple Pie Bakery Cafe received awards for "Best Desserts" and "Best Lunch Spot" in Hudson Valley Magazine's annual "Best Of The Hudson Valley" awards.
Reviewed By Ernest O - Allentown, Pennsylvania
We were in the area and decided to try the pastries from Apply Pie Bakery at the Culinary Institute for a lunch. They have a fairly large and diverse selection, all made by the students. After purchasing our pastries, we went out to the fountain garden at the front of the main building and sat on one of the shaded benches and enjoyed our lunch.
2. Gunk Haus Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 164 reviews
www.gunkhaus.com<br>and on facebook
Reviewed By KittensMom313 - New York City, New York
I was in the area with a good friend and she suggested we stop at Gunk Haus. Her husband is from Germany and she said he loves it there. It was a little out of the way, but so charming when we came upon it. Nestled amongst apple orchards where several local roads meet, you could easily pass it if you're not looking for it.
I saw some impressive IPAs being served at the bar. My friend said her hubby likes to go there for the great beer selection too.
We sat on the deck overlooking the orchards and the Shawangunk Mountains on the horizon beyond. It was a lovely summer evening. We were told that we could sit inside in the bar area if we were only ordering appetizers as the dining room and deck are reserved for people ordering dinner. We opted to do dinner on the deck. The dining area was charming and looked like a great place to come in cold weather, too. The bathrooms were clean and yet charming. To me, the quality and cleanliness of a bathroom are important in any restaurant and Gunk Haus had good ones.
I ordered chicken soup which was a bit salty, I thought. I also ordered German style short ribs which were so good. They came with red cabbage and mashed potatoes. My friend ordered schnitzel which came with spaetzle. I had a taste of it and it was very good.
The only real disappointment of the dinner was the blueberry strudel which we shared. The pastry was well baked but the blueberries were almost uncooked. My friend, who is an excellent baker, suggested that the blueberries were frozen. They rolled out of the pastry when we cut into it. Perhaps they could be sauteed a bit prior to putting them with the dough? I'm not sure but it was like eating baked patriey with sour, hard blueberries.
Total of our bill (two dinners, appetizer (chicken soup) and one dessert was $56 before tax. We didn't have any alcohol. Very affordable.
I noticed vegarian selections on the menu which is great for those looking for it.
There is a bakery in the front where you can get some stuffed pretzels and some desserts (cookies, brownies, cinnamon pretzels, tarts).
Such a charming place and I will definitely return when I'm in the area. I hear it's incredibly beautiful on an autumn afternoon.
3. Rosticceria Rossi and Sons
Overall Ratings
5 based on 161 reviews
Reviewed By Ronb89 - Matamoras
Lived on North Clover back in the 80 s , Rossi breakfast sandwich was the best I ever had or ever will have , when you walk in you will think you are in Italy , excellent deli !!
4. Bocuse Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 329 reviews
Reviewed By 102mauricea - Bethesda, Maryland
The Culinary Institute is a beautiful campus with many attractive building spread over several hill. It is well worth a visit. There are four restaurants serving different cuisines. We had previously tried the American restaurant so this time we went with the French. The ambience is attractive and the service staff (all trainees) was very attentive. The food was not quite as good as we expected. The appetizers were very good and we were even served some complimentary excellent oysters. Three of our four entrees were very good but I was disappointed with the duck breast that I had ordered. I'm not sure how it was prepared but it was very bland and did not look like any duck breast I had ever seen before. That was the main reason I did not give Bocuse a rating of excellent.
5. Frozen Caboose
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 40 reviews
Reviewed By kota281 - Reading, Pennsylvania
This ice cream parlor adjoins a pizza restaurant. The hot fudge sundae was excellent! Prices are reasonable and lots of items to choose from. You can choose hard or soft ice cream, sundaes, milkshakes, etc. You can either eat inside or outside. Place is clean and well-maintained.
6. La Deliziosa
Overall Ratings
5 based on 37 reviews
Reviewed By NYtraveler_90_12 - New York City, New York
This is one of two Italian pastry shops literally around the corner from one another in downtown Poughkeepsie. While the other pasticceria is older, La Deliziosa is by far the better. Cannoli are among the best I've ever had -- thin, fresh, crispy shell, filled to order with perfect sweetened ricotta filling. There's a large variety of fancy cookies and biscotti, and our substantial sampling found them all fresh and delicious. Definitely worth a visit!
7. Underground Coffee & Ales
Overall Ratings
4 based on 34 reviews
Reviewed By Giulia C - New York City, New York
Only tried the coffee, but loved the spot -- books and board games, high and low tables, busy but not too loud. Pastry and prepared food options. Coffee was great and service was friendly. Would recommend.
8. American Bounty
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 338 reviews
With a focus on the seasons and products of the Hudson Valley, contemporary and traditional regional dishes are brought to life at the American Bounty Restaurant in an honest and flavorful way. Rounded out with a first-class American wine list and comfortable warm service, this casually elegant restaurant sets the stage for an unparalleled dining experience in New York's Hudson Valley.
Reviewed By tjkm - New York
After touring the CIA we had the wonderful experience of dining at this restaurant. This was the first time my kids had experienced this type of service and food. They throughly enjoyed the experience.
Our group was served a three course meal with bread. The Parker rolls are baked fresh every morning and are amazing! We enjoyed a beautiful salad and main course. The majority of the group had chicken, some salmon and some vegetarian. I started out with the salmon but there were mussels on the plate and I am allergic to shellfish. When I informed the servers, they quickly removed the plate and several minutes later brought back a delicious risotto dish with wheat berries, heirloom tomatoes, spinach, goat cheese, pears, maitake mushrooms, and roasted parsnips. They didn’t just throw this together —it was a beautiful plate and absolutely delicious. The dessert was the highlight—chocolate lava cake with a tangy sorbet. It was heavenly.
Overall, the plates were attractive and beautifully conceived. The food was top quality and loved the fact that it was sourced from local farms. The waiters and cooks are students and they put their best foot forward. This is the best restaurant experience our family has ever had. We will definitely come back.
9. Lola's Catering and Cafe
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 162 reviews
Reviewed By Susan L - New York City, New York
Perfect quick lunch spot next to the stairs leading up to the East Gate of the walkway. We had delicious sandwiches (Philly Cheesesteak & turkey/brie pannini). The menu also has salads and soups. I saw some nice-looking desserts too. A good find right where we needed it.
10. Caffe Aurora
Overall Ratings
5 based on 27 reviews
Reviewed By John G - Red Hook, NY
Caffe Aurora has been around for a couple of years. A couple of years of excellent, consistent and great pastries. If you are Italian, or have ever met some Italian folks, you need to visit.
