Restaurants in Kingston

“What a gem of a place! I sat outside with some friends - we ordered inside and a server brought the drinks out. To my surprise they have cynar and were willing to make a cynar spritz! Delicious. I also tried the pineapple margarita, too. Refreshing. It's really cute inside.
Yet, this lovely night could have been a bad memory. Buzzing on good drinks, atmosphere and conversation, I left my (beloved, expensive) sunglasses behind...gasp! The staff not only rescued them, but were willing to make sure they made their way back to me. 10/10 for Stockade Tavern. Will come again and again.”

“Best little place in the world!”

“We stopped in there to try it and we’re not disappointed. Excellent cold brew and the breakfast sandwiches were some of the best I’ve had, definitely will be going back”

“A real home cook meal! Can I tell yuh! No where better than yard”

“We recently ordered a birthday cake from Sweet Maresa’s for a special celebration in our office, and we were blown away! Not only did they kindly squeeze in our order on short notice, but the cake was absolutely incredible — flavorful, unique, and beautifully made. Everyone at the firm agreed Sweet Maresa’s is a true gem in Uptown Kingston, and we can’t recommend them enough! — The Team at Basch & Keegan”

“drinks, appetizer, entrée, dessert. everything was very good. I want to come back and try more dishes!”

“Amazing smoothies and delicious wraps. Liz , Joe and Annie are the best!”

“Had a great experience with our waitress Alexis .. Alexis had a great personality and checked in on us often. Food was delicious and portions were perfectly sized. Will definitely go back when In the area.”

“Eliza enjoyed her first chocolate ice cream cone at Mickey’s 😊”

“Consistently delicious....Today was a small white pizza and fries. Made my day!”

“the best people service and food”

“Amazing wine selection (Beer and Cicer too) and unique foods. Their Cheese plate is scrumptious. The owners are so lovely and the atmosphere is chic. It's a great place to gather with a few friends.”

“Great coffee, great service, attentive atmosphere”

“My wife Donna and I just enjoyed a fabulous Valentines Day dinner at Downtown Cafe. We have enjoyed Graziano's culinary artistry for 30 years now, (since the days of Mary Ps), and he just keeps getting better. My wife had the shortribs, and I had the sushi grade tuna with mushrooms and we enjoyed every bite. The service and atmosphere are the best. I would highly recommend the Downtown Cafe for a delicious, relaxing meal and great hometown atmosphere.”

“It's our "Cheers"!! It's our go-to option for our weekly Date Nite!”

“Best place in Kingston for a drink and/or dinner! We recently moved to the area and have visited Mirador a few times, each time was incredible. We now bring any friends or family who visit here! Also, love that they serve chips with their vermouth. Great little snack at the end of a long day.”

“Fabulous meal and great service. Everything we had was made to order. Fresh and excellent. I look forward to going there the next time I come to the area. Had the soup, endive salad and chicken dish.”

“Braved temps in the 20’s, snowy/icy roads last evening to enjoy Taco Tuesday! Had the blackened scallop tacos… they were were absolutely outstanding! Always generous portions, the freshest ingredients, the nicest staff, and reasonable prices! Brava and Bravo! ❤️🌮❤️🌮👏👏👏👏👏 Thank You Santa Fe Uptown!”

“Friends had come to visit and requested to go to Le Canard Enchaine for dinner as we took them there one other time, and they loved it. They and we were not disappointed. Roast duckling with a berry sauce was exquisite. The skin was brown and cracklingly crispy, the meat was moist and fell from the bone, and the sauce was light, sweet but with a definite umami undertone- delicious! My one friend raved about the lamb shank which was meltingly delicious, and her husband had the NY strip which was huge, tender and cooked exactly as ordered, medium rare. He said it was the best steak he's had, and even though it was large (about 2-2/12 inches thick) he ate every bite. The wines were excellent and the desserts were as good as the entrees. The tart tatin is highly recommended- buttery pastry and soft, sweet apples served with vanilla ice cream. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, and the food and drinks prepared with care. It's the best French restaurant in the area, hands down.”

“Another fantastic meal Front Street Tavern!! Fabulous food (bang-bang shrimp and smash burger my favs, but constantly evolving menu) Staff and owners top notch! So fortunate for Kingston. Do yourself a favor and check it out!!”

“Top shelf!!! We had a group of 17 for lunch. Everyone raved about the excellent food and the wonderful and friendly service. Our menu included London Broil, Salmon, Ceasars Salad with Chicken and Vegetable Quiche with side salad. We had a variety of servings. Everything was sooooo good! Best restaurant in Kingston. We couldn't have chosen a better place.”

“Awesome atmosphere, happy hour, appetizers, food & drinks. Recommend coconut margaritas for a sweet, slightly rich and feel good treat to share. Cheers!

Vegetarian options: Eclectic menu

Dietary restrictions: Willing to cater to needs

Parking: Free parking lot along Abeel street

Kid-friendliness: Yes accommodates kids

Wheelchair accessibility: Not sure”

“This cafe is a gem. Not only does the cafe have great food but I especially love the carefully curated specialty items, grab and go meals and family style takeaways for those busy days and catering options to making hosting a breeze. Quality and convenience.”

“I got engaged there on 7/22/23!! The grounds are spectacular! The only thing that is a bummer is the local beach that’s close, they were blasting music at night and the bass was very loud on our side of the river. It eventually stopped but was very noisy!”

“Cool atmosphere, good coffee and really tasty sandwiches!”

“My son says this is the only place to get great crispy tofu,not like the mushy stuff he gets elsewhere. And it was delicious crispy tofu, and everything else we tried was excellent, very relaxing, and great people. I've been craving food like this and this is it.”

“Friendly, competent staff who all work together. Amazing sushi. Make reservations!”

“This is the only place I will get Chinese food from and I can’t believe it took me so long to find it. I usually get onion fried rice and broccoli and it’s always so good”

“Came here not familiar or by a recommendation just looked up restaurants in Kingston and took a chance. Everyone at our table got something different and the dishes were cooked to perfection. The calamari was so tender and the Buffalo sauce to go with it was a nice change. John was our waiter and when we come back we are requesting him. He was always knowledgeable and accommodating. Had to put this review in and will be coming back”

“My husband and I meet a friend here. We hadn't seen each other for at least 15 years. The food was excellent, the cheesecake was outstanding. It's worth a visit.”

“Great local brewery right in the middle of it all yet, secretly blending in with the neighborhood! Have an organic beer palette on your tongue and enjoy the unique Kingston microbrew 🍺🍻”

“very good food and good staff”

“everything thing is delicious. the people are all awesome”

“Just ordered for the first time and we will go back!! Shrimp tacos were amazing and salsa and guacamole were amazingly fresh!! Highly recommend!”

“Ordered a butterfly shaped cake for our little girls first birthday and we were blown away with how perfect it came out (and how delicious)!”

“Delicious food and great service!”

“We are from California and got in late and hungry. Ordered a marghertti pizza, Hawaiian regular and gluten free. Everything was delicious. They kept doors open after they closed to fix a pizza order for us. Great customer service.
Everything was so good we ate there again the last night of our vacation.”

“Amazing food ! Sweet staff and beautiful dining . Loved the lunch menu so delicious.Highly recommend to try lunch . We will be coming back for dinner with the whole family .”

“I really can’t say enough good things about Frank Guido’s Little Italy. From the owners, staff, food… everything. My family & I have shared numerous celebrations and dinners here over the years but nothing will ever top doing our wedding reception with them in May. The amazing service and care we received that night and leading up to it meant so much to us that it’s hard to even put into words how thankful we are. Special recognition to Marie who spent months talking with me, organizing, and making sure everything was perfect.. & it was!! Also, Amanda who made sure we were taken care of all night. You are both exceptional and I can’t thank you enough..And to all the other staff that made our wedding night amazing as well.. THANK YOU!! To top it off today getting a letter in the mail from Mark thanking us for holding our reception with them. Truly made our day and proves we made the right choice when we decided to do a smaller reception at a local spot we love so much! I would recommend them to anyone, for any event, big or small! 10/10! ❤️ -Nicole & Derrick Jackson”

“So many community members, businesses, friends & family, came together to support the Gribbon family in their recent renovation at the new location. The new High Falls Cafe is beautiful! It has the same welcoming atmosphere as its previous location, but this is so much better! Food and service are great, and they have been very busy since opening a few weeks ago. If you want to ensure that you can get a table, make a reservation in advance!”

“Insane egg sandwich. She asked me if I wanted my hash browns on the side or in the sandwich. MY HEART.”

“First thing I noticed was the beautiful engraved door. Very friendly atmosphere. We were offered drinks while waiting to be seated for dinner. I had a coconut margarita which was amazing! I normally don’t drink margaritas. The guacamole was so fresh! Delicious! My husband and daughter loved the calamari! My husband got the Casa Villa Seafood, he was in heaven! The portions were large we left with two bags of food. The staff from start to finish were really impeccable! 10 out of 10. We will be returning!”

“Eclectic place. A cross between an old Irish pub and kind of almost a modern day hip hop club.

Good beers, Super Kitty was exceptional. Good service. Stop in”

“Usually offers good bread. But is very wishy washy on their "old bread sales" prices. If it's a day old it should be discounted - period. (I have worked for almost four years in a bakery) This is being aggregated by the fact that I was not notified of this pricing structure when I asked for day old bread (with the specific intend to get a discount for something that is not fresh and won't last me as long). Had I been informed about this, I would have just bought the same bread *fresh* - for the *same price*. I feel that the omission of this fact is even done purposely to mislead customers.”

“I have had the pleasure of tasting the dill potato salad twice. I can say it is far surpassed my expectations and I look forward to having it again.”

“We came to get takeout for our anniversary and we were not disappointed! Mercedes and Team are so kind and generous and the food matched their energy - clearly made with love! We had the fish plate with 2 sides (Mac and cheese and coleslaw) the fried chicken plate with 2 sides (Mac and cheese and potato salad) and their dessert - coconut pineapple cake in a cup. All the food was excellent, especially the fried fish. Beautifully seasoned and prepared! Mac and cheese is very flavorful and cheesy. Both the salads were good and I look forward to trying more sides! The desserts were phenomenal and we even got to try the sweet potato cheesecake which is SUBLIME and some sweet potato cornbread which was heavenly! You can be sure we will be back again!”

“Sublime! Divine! From the staff to the decor to the food! Wow.
We made this a pit stop on our travels- pretty quick detour off 87- and had coffee- delicious! and hands down the best bacon egg and cheese breakfast sandwich ever. House made english muffin, melty herbed cheese, fresh and light scrambled egg and crisp bacon.

got a cardamom lemon snickerdoodle for later which was astonishing.”

“A very successful example of the connection between imagination to palate to plate. The dishes are consistent and impressive, perfectly executed. Thematic use of produce while rotating the menu frequently. A true gem with the highest accolades in its future, surely. Don't skip on eating here.”

“My husband and I go there all the time. Foods great along with great service. Highly recommend it👏👏”

“I used to look forward to eating there. But the last two times I had the worst servers. One never came back to check after she dropped off my food. I had wanted a soda refill and another napkin, had to find her to get my check. Last night I came in and was told the kitchen was about to close so I needed to hurry up (I just sat down at about 9:25 pm). I ordered right away. An ice water and a coke and a meatball parm sub. I was lucky to get my soda with her attitude. No ice water was brought or acknowledged at all. I took a few bites of my food and she asked if I wanted a box. I was really irritated. If they told me to go only I would have been fine. But the way I was handled made me angry. I ate quickly and left. If I choose to get something again , it will be to go. Honestly, Caitlyn is the best server there. She is five stars. The others are not worth a dime.”

“First time there and will definitely be back!!!”

“Amazing every time 😍Their soups, sandwiches and cookies are the BEST!!”

“Pleasantly surprised how fresh the fruits, toppings and other products are. The owner was incredibly personable and made easy, flowing conversation. I am from the Albany area where Açaí/Pitaya Bowls are very popular— I was SO excited to learn about Turn Up The Beet right here on Broadway. 10/10 recommend.”

“Amazing service! Attentive but not overwhelming. Quite possibly the best house salad I've had. The special fried mozzarella appetizer with balsamic was incredible. Brought home a huge portion of my eggplant parmesan because I would have had to take a nap in the restaurant if I ate the whole thing. Highly recommend.”

“Amazing! Hit the spot for an Indian street food craving.”

“Amazing food! I always get the chicken tacos. But the plantains are just always the best part of my visit! They melt in your mouth! Don’t be scared of this location! The owner is very nice and lovely woman. She makes great food. The area is decorated with potted flowers and picnic tables. Best bite to eat within walking distance of the bus station.”

“The food draws me here My Compliments to the staff and to the cooks”

“I love the food here!!!!!!”

“Absolutely delicious! This restaurant is a hidden gem. The chicken, Beef all full of flavor. Pork fried rice fresh is soo good. The Cream cheese won tons were perfect. A must try spot for anyone in the area.”

“Great hamburger and tater Tots. Intimate performance space in the back.”

“One of my favorite places to enjoy great coffee, events, amazing food and even better people. We love our Kingston community and we love you CAMP!! So grateful you are here ???”

“food is delicious the workers is clean and polite a must have when you want authentic REAL food.”

“They give back to the community and are passionate and very knowledgeable about issues they support.”

“Love the food! Cute restaurant, has a parking lot, and the service is excellent! I love the cactus burrito bowl and the guacamole is delicious. It’s like being back in Southern California.”

“Ate here Oct. 6. Never been here before and I wish I did. Probably the cheapest prices for ice cream/sundaes I've seen in the HV region.
I got a medium sundae with cherry soft serve and it was very good.
Cashier and workers are friendly and fast.
Definitely will come back”

“Wowowowow the food was soo tasty! I ordered the combination plate of platanos con crema, frijoles y taco de pollo QUE RICO also several pupusas that were all so flavorful and filling. I loved the picked onion and cabbage that comes with them. This is my new spot!!”

“This past weekend we had our son’s birthday catered by Salamone's Italian Foods. The food was delicious and the price was even better. We ordered a 1/2 tray of chicken francese, penne alla vodka, sausage and peppers and a tossed salad. The chicken francese was thin and tender and the francese sauce was a perfect lemony, velvet consistency. Penevodka was so delicious it was a traditional vodka sauce that had an amazing flavor with little pieces of pancetta. Sausage and peppers were out of this world. The peppers and onions were fresh and not over cooked. The sausage had a mild/heat and was also very tender. Lastly the toss salad was fresh and beautifully made with cucumbers, fresh romaine lettuce, peppers and homemade croutons. Communication was a breeze, Annie is fabulous and gets back to you right away. She even delivered the food to our house! We will definitely be ordering with them again!!”

“Delicious food, friendly staff and atmosphere. Highly recommended”

“On a road trip, I found Terri's by googling delis. The Thanksgiving panini caught my eye. It was a GREAT sandwich. Travel buddies rated the Pastrami Reubin & Turkey Bacon Cheddar 5 stars also.”

“I recently stopped into Kelly’s Shamrock Tavern, and let me tell you—this place is everything a real neighborhood bar should be. As soon as I walked in, it felt like I had stepped into a warm memory. No frills, no fake smiles—just good people, cold drinks, and an atmosphere you can’t fake.

The bartenders are the kind of folks you instantly feel comfortable talking to—friendly, attentive, and they know how to pour a perfect drink. The crowd? A great mix of locals, regulars, and folks just there for a good time. Everyone’s chill, no egos, no drama.

I played a few games of pool, caught some laughs with people I’d never met before, and genuinely didn’t want to leave. There’s just something about Kelly’s—it’s got soul. You can feel the history in the walls, and it’s still alive and thriving today.

If you’re in Kingston and want a break from the trendy spots or overpriced cocktails, come to Kelly’s. It’s authentic, it’s welcoming, and honestly, we need more places like this. I’ll definitely be back—and I’m bringing friends next time.”

“Great people! , even better food 👌 👏”

“Cute spot. Good sandwiches. If you’re looking for really good homemade deli style sandwiches and dishes look no further. Great staff. It did take a bit of time for a takeout order but that’s because they make everything fresh. Try the specials especially the blackened chicken if they have it.”

“Amazing sandwiches, soup and wraps and awesome customer service! 10/10 would recommend!😊”

“So good! It’s my new favorite place for a quick meal. Tacos are fresh and the street corn in a cup is a must.”

“Always fast, fresh and delicious and totally reliable. A very well run operation!”

“Popped in after hair cut. Vinnie and Jeff were friendly, worked well together, got my order quickly, and enjoyed the delightful banter. Clean, well maintained, I’ll be back!”

“We ate there today for lunch; the service was great and so was the food. We had a wonderful waitress named Unique and she seated us within two minutes. I ordered the fish and chips and my friend, the coconut shrimp. Very satisfying. So glad I did not let some bad reviews stop us from eating there.”

“Beef, tofu, mushrooms, scallions & broccoli in spicy garlic sauce- EXCELLENT!”

“Top shelf!!! We had a group of 17 for lunch. Everyone raved about the excellent food and the wonderful and friendly service. Our menu included London Broil, Salmon, Ceasars Salad with Chicken and Vegetable Quiche with side salad. We had a variety of servings. Everything was sooooo good! Best restaurant in Kingston. We couldn't have chosen a better place.”

“I remember that bar very well ,my grandfather owned Rene’s restaurant next door also the sunny side bar across the street those were the 70’s”

“A real home cook meal! Can I tell yuh! No where better than yard”

“Another fantastic meal Front Street Tavern!! Fabulous food (bang-bang shrimp and smash burger my favs, but constantly evolving menu) Staff and owners top notch! So fortunate for Kingston. Do yourself a favor and check it out!!”

“Fast Friendly Service and delicious bagels! Just a bit disappointed with the sandwiches - I have tried a few from Bacon Egg Cheese to Rueban etc and they have been so light on the meat like a few thin slices, tiny bit of cheese etc. mostly all bread :( I will keep ordering the wonderful bagels just not the sandwiches.”

“really good burger joint 😋 can't get any better than moonburger”

“Ordered a butterfly shaped cake for our little girls first birthday and we were blown away with how perfect it came out (and how delicious)!”

“Picked up an awesome meal last night from here. I was amazed that everything was accounted for and they didn't skimp on anything. Was a very pleasant experience and the food was very good. Also very reasonably priced. The woman at the to go counter was very nice too. She does a good job. I wish I would've tipped more now, but now I know for next time. Most places always forget something or mess up something, but my dinner was spot on. My order was ready right on time as well.”

“Best little place in the world!”

“food wos cold some food didn't taste well”

“My husband and I go there all the time. Foods great along with great service. Highly recommend it👏👏”

“We stopped in there to try it and we’re not disappointed. Excellent cold brew and the breakfast sandwiches were some of the best I’ve had, definitely will be going back”

“My husband and I meet a friend here. We hadn't seen each other for at least 15 years. The food was excellent, the cheesecake was outstanding. It's worth a visit.”

“Consistently delicious....Today was a small white pizza and fries. Made my day!”

“Cool atmosphere, good coffee and really tasty sandwiches!”

“I'm an RN, and work for the on call team at Hudson Valley Hospice. I cover Ulster County, and some evenings are very busy. On busy evenings, I only have time to stop for a bite to eat. Whenever I'm visiting patients in the Kingston area, I stop at (and look forward to) Picnic Pizza for a few slices. Nice people, and the best pizza around!”

“A real home cook meal! Can I tell yuh! No where better than yard”

“Great fish sandwich & tasty fried shrimp (their 'Tackle Box')! Service was good but a small language problem made for a minor problem when ordering. Atmosphere was ok too (it's a 'fast food' restaurant!).”

“I’ve struggled with finding really delicious wings in the area. It seems like Buffalo was the only place to go-until now. I was recommended to this place and I’m very happy with the quality of the wings. I had Thai and extra hot wings. The only thing is that the extra hot wasn’t hot at all to me. But that’s just me and that certainly doesn’t take away from the quality of the food and the excellent service. Next time I’ll just specify exactly how hot I want the wings. I highly recommend Hickory to anyone who is looking for delicious smoked food.”

“the corned beef hash and eggs are really good so is the right toast the ham dinners that are really good and also the roast beef dinners also good I recommend this place to anybody”

“Visited here for lunch with my daughter, while in Kingston. I was very satisfied with the entire experience. The food, service, and atmosphere was excellent! Ihad the shrimp burritos! Nice size portions. I would definitely visit again!”

“My son (8) and I did Pickleball 101 and it was great. We both quickly saw how much fun pickleball can be. Noticed right away how clean, organized, and welcoming Dink was. Nice seating area for spectators as well. We will definitely be back.”