Restaurants near Earlton

“Indescribable. All I can say is best meal ever. Everyone should get a chance, just hope another Chef steps up and follows in Damon’s path and continues the legacy of food that he has been able to put out. Would hate to see this experience, talent & knowledge be lost.”

“We had a family celebration meal in the private dining room. 5 stars plus! Everything was amazing! Couldn’t have been be more pleased.”

“We went here for Valentine’s Day brunch and fell in love with the flavorful delicious Mexican food. We had great service and the atmosphere was cozy. Gluten free options are available and corn tortillas are also made in house.”

“Found this spot on Google while I was upstate and thought it was worth the 20 mins drive. It was!!! The pastries are delicious, service was great and tons of options to choose from. I loved it so much I even bought a t-shirt and 2 dog baguette toys for my pups. If you’re in the Hudson Valley area, and hungry (… and rich! lol), def make a stop here”

“Excellent. 5 stars. Can’t wait to go back”

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

“Today a Was the first time we had ordered from you we were very happy with the person that took the order we had quite a large amount and order andoorder and the food was great and it only took 20 minutes thank you for your time and great food we will be back again we only live around the corner”

“Great place and food is great”

“Via Cassia in Hudson is one of those restaurants that people whisper about. The kind of place that consistently lands on “best restaurant in America” lists and books out weeks in advance — for good reason.

Chef and co-owner Gaetano Arnone, alongside his wife and partner Meigan Arnone, brings serious pedigree to the Hudson Valley. Arnone’s time as Chef de Cuisine at Babbo Ristorante and Executive Chef at Otto immediately caught my attention. Babbo, in my opinion, was the first Italian fine-dining restaurant in New York that truly made fine dining feel cool — sophisticated but unstuffy, with interiors and food that worked in perfect harmony.

So naturally, I was thrilled when I finally cleared the waitlist and secured a 7pm reservation.

After a full day exploring the Hudson Valley with my brother, we sat down excited to dive in. Unfortunately, my body had other plans. Something I ate earlier in the day decided it wasn’t staying put — and I found myself sprinting to the restroom before our first appetizer even arrived. Not exactly the Via Cassia experience I had envisioned.

We quickly pivoted, packed up our salad and pasta dishes to-go, cancelled our entrée, and called it a night. I left the server a $50 gratuity for the trouble and walked out deeply disappointed — mostly because I knew I was missing something special.

The silver lining? The food we took home was fantastic.
The Insalata Via Cassia with Radicchio Castelfranco, Trevisano, toasted almonds, and Parmigiano Reggiano was vibrant and beautifully balanced. The Spaghetti Aglio Olio e Peperoncino with roasted garlic and Calabrian chilis was simple Italian cooking at its best — bold, clean, and deeply satisfying. And my brother ate the Bucatini all’Amatriciana with guanciale and pecorino was exactly what you want from the dish: rich, comforting, and perfectly executed.

So yes — technically my Via Cassia dinner ended before it even began. But based on what I tasted, I’m convinced the hype is real.

Next time, I’ll arrive a little hungrier… and skip breakfast and lunch entirely.”

“This place is the best around the owner and Chef are top-notch. I highly recommend this place.”

““Pho’s Greek My American Kitchen” in Catskill is dope. Creative interpretations of Greek & Mediterranean cuisine. Fresh ingredients, subtle seasoning, all homemade, pretty tasty. Reasonable prices for elevated comfort grub. Great mixologist at the bar and relaxing environment. The service is impeccable and the vibes welcoming. The spanakopita is one of the best I ever had. The handmade pappardelle w/ duck confit ragu is very satisfying. Yes, you can also get gyros and souvlaki but don’t miss out on the grilled octopus! I highly recommend the “Athens After Dark” cocktail made up of Town Branch Bourbon, walnut liqueur, Cardamaro, black walnut bitters, angostura bitters, demerara and a twist of orange zest. Damn. Get some! Great service. Creative and tasty interpretations of Greek and Mediterranean eats. Fresh ingredients. Very good mixologist at the bar. Relaxed comfortable environment. Get some!”

“We just had the iced almond joy latte and the lemon poppyseed cruffin and both were delicious! First time there and we will definitely be back :) Loved the atmosphere and that this cozy little place exists in Cairo!”

“We had a hard time finding the place at first. but we're glad we did. :) Good beer, good vibe and the food was delicious. We had a smashburger and fries, the deviled eggs, and the hand cut chicken bites which I loved and were served with the tastiest ranch sauce I've ever had. Will definitely come back again next time we're in the area.”

“Just finished at colonie center location. Fantastic!!!”

“high recommend this little place ! its cute and cozy SUPER FRIENDLY ! great food and service my mom said 5 star and she only speaks spanish☺️ she enjoyed deff will be back !!”

“The dinner parties are amazing but I'm obsessed with the vibe of Sunday service. I truly was not interested in eating anything else after visiting this place. Inspiring!!”

“I love the service. The food is ALWAYS delicious. I’m a sucker for their omelettes. I love a good window seat and to write while I’m there. It’s always clean and everyone is friendly and I love watching all the families and regulars come in with their kids or grand parents. The coffee is good. The parking is endless and they have a ramp for anyone needing the use of it. Desserts galore in tall fridge as soon as you walk in — you can always grab that to go after you finish your meal. Large portions. Excellent prices. I love the place!!”

“My husband ran a 5K at Olana and we stopped here after - the waitress/host was VERY kind! I enjoyed the tallest (and probably best tasting) Avocado Toast I’ve ever had!! It was a very unique set-up and the food was nicely prepared & so fresh!!! I have to say, though, that as a wheelchair-user the creaky floor was unsettling. Updated from previous review on 2025-10-31”

“This is a bakery you do not forget! We moved away from 5 years ago but knew if we needed desserts there’s only one place to go. Nina is so kind and desserts are always amazing!”

“Tommy whipped up delicious Old Fashions, kept us entertained, and was quick with service and assistance. He’s a 10/10 bartender- knowledgeable, talented, and fun! Awesome drinks, vibes, and service.”

“Delicious dinner with vegan and gf options, helpful staff, & a beautiful ambience made this a wonderful place for date night.”

“You guys were such a great part of my visit to Catskill. Your almond babka was AMAZING and I am still dreaming of it 5 days and 3,000 miles later.”

“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.”

“On our way home to Long Island, we stopped off in Leeds and found a gem…. Gracie’s !!! Everything was absolutely delicious!!! They even make their own ketchup!!! I highly recommend this place…. You will not be disappointed… 5 stars to Gracie’s!!!!!”

“I am so happy I stopped in for food. it was excellent! staff was so kind. the baked beans were the best I ever had. Best BBQ Ive ever tasted”

“Upper Depot hosted an informal get together for graduates of Claverack Elementary School this past Friday. The food, drinks, and staff were all awesome. I wouldn't hesitate to hold an event at this facility in the future, or just have a beer or drink (and some food) after a long day. Thank you, thank you, thank you.”

“Great atmosphere & amazing food”

“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.”

“My family and I highly recommend this place. The staff is amazing and the food is always great. I went in there this morning and tried “The Trucker” sandwich…best…sandwich ever. So worth every penny we send here! I cannot say enough good things about this place.”

“A little bit of a drive for us however was well worth it!! Exceeded expectations for sure!! We will be back!!”