15 Best Cafes near Athens

“Best staff! Always accommodating and the food is consistently delicious. I’m so happy they set up shop in our town!“

“Owner is awesome!!! Food is amazing- I am addicted to the Rice Porridge 🌾🍚🤍 (Should be called Heaven in a Cup)“

“We were out and about in Hudson today and we were a little hungry so we stopped into kitties and I had probably one of the best egg sandwiches I ever had. I highly recommend the egg sandwich with sauerkraut. The vibe in there was very comfortable iced coffee Was nice and strong. They had a great bakery selection and a lot of local products. So if you’re coming out of the train station in Hudson, I say swing by kitties you won’t be sorry.“

“The food here is genuinely excellent and the owners are incredibly kind. We sat outside on their patio which is totally cute. We had our dog with us and they even had a menu for him! We felt so incredibly welcome and we glad we stopped. The restaurant is just outside of town, but more than worth the coupe of minutes of extra drive for an incredible experience.“

“If I lived in the area, I would be hanging out here constantly! This is a welcoming, airy, beautiful place! Plenty of room for kids up front, plus an XXXL table which I imagine draws many folks for writing and drawing workshops! As you make your way to the food counter, you see many unique local artworks for sale and enjoyment. The large back part of the room is designed as a wonderful space for music and poetry readings, with a small stage, great natural and interior lighting and comfortable seats. We missed the Monday morning music, but we just needed a quick snack and respite at the time. Many have reported on the great food, which we will return for! We loved our coffee and our peaceful time there. Cafe' Joust is open on Mondays, as is the amazing Magpie Books which is just down the street.“

“We love their breads (the croissant bread is amazing as French toast or grilled cheese) and their pastries. Haven’t had a bad choice at all.“

“Travel to Lindsay’s from Hyde park when ever I can . Awesome food and the best waitresses!!! Clean Highly recommend!!!“

“Great Irish Breakfast! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“We had a most extraordinary Sunday brunch at The Maker Cafe yesterday. We were there by chance, around 1 pm, and are so glad we found this lovely spot with a most attentive staff. We're not spring chickens, and we much appreciated the help getting seated, the delicious butternut squash soup, the fabulous eggplant alla parmgiana sandwich, the broccoli salad. Thanks to you all - we loved it, and we look forward to coming to the restaurant some evening soon.“

“Only place where you can get authentic NYC type bagels. The atmosphere is congenial as are the owners. Great place!“

“All I can say is outstanding. Great coffee and excellent service. This coffee house is a hidden gem.“

“Coxsackie General Store has a great variety of fresh produce, groceries, snacks,beer, fresh cut flowers, housewares, etc. They also have delicious coffee and pastries plus they have a $1 ATM!“

“Giving this place five stars because I ordered an iced coffee and the barista filled the cup with the appropriate amount of coffee and milk and then added ice. Instead of filling it up with ice first and a splash of milk. Which means you have to spend seven dollars on a coffee that you can drink in one sip. Which is what most places do! I appreciate you!“

“My coffee maker broke so I swung in here in a bad mood, with a mask AND sunglasses on. Despite looking like a complete weirdo, they were very nice to me and provided a delicious nitro cold brew. Man is wolf to man? Perhaps, but barista transcends such earthly complaints.“

“Stopped here for lunch on our way to the Berkshires. Hey, no special atmosphere to speak of, but basically diner food executed very competently. I had a Bacon Bleu burger, and the others had a Turkey Club, a buffalo chicken wrap and a Patty Melt. Everything was as you hope for in a well run diner. Reasonably priced and attentive service.“