Restaurants in Poughkeepsie

“Always a friendly neighbourhood visit. And the food, delicious and creative. One of a handful of great spots to dine out in Poughkeepsie NY. A Definite Recommend”

“Steam fish meal is the best and carrot juice”

“I'm 71 yrs old. I've eaten burgers from New York to San Deigo to Orlando. The JERK BURGER is the BEST, Most DELICIOUS, MOUTH WATERING burger I've ever eaten in my entire life. When you bite into a Jerk Burger your mouth will Explode with flavor. We usually order several at a time. YUM! Mike”

“Such a wonderful place and top quality food”

“Amazing Jamaican Flavors and Outstanding Service!

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Empire Jamaica Fusion and I can confidently say it’s one of the best Jamaican food experiences I’ve ever had! From the moment I walked in, the warm and welcoming atmosphere set the tone for an incredible meal.

The food was absolutely phenomenal — rich, authentic flavours that transported me straight to Jamaica. The jerk chicken was perfectly seasoned with just the right amount of heat, and the oxtail was tender and cooked to perfection, falling off the bone with every bite. I also loved the rice and peas, which had that signature coconut flavor that ties everything together so well.

Beyond the food, the service was top-notch. The Owner was friendly, attentive, and eager to share recommendations, making the experience even more enjoyable.

If you’re craving authentic Jamaican cuisine made with love and care, Empire Jamaica Fusion is the place to go. I can’t wait to return and try more of their delicious dishes!

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Highly recommend!”

“I frequent the Lafayette, LA location and have tried a variety of things and have never been disappointed. Juices are so delicious as are the bowls. My favorite treat.”

“My son and I went in and each got a delicious shake. The young man helping us was alone but he was fast and friendly.”

“Very yummmm. Definitely worth going. Great food, great service.”

“I’ve been seeing recommendations for this pizza place in my town’s facebook group. We ordered last night for the first time. Their BBQ chicken pizza hands down the best !! Garlic knots delicious. Will definitely order again !”

“Fun atmosphere, great food and service !!”

“A real fine establishment. Friendly and attentive staff, great service, clean and super atmosphere. My wife and I opted for the roast pork sandwich with fries and it was delicious. We will definitely return..”

“Great restaurant! I ordered the summer rolls, pork dumplings, and Pho Tai. The food was absolutely delicious, and the cozy, homey vibe made it feel so comforting. I highly recommend!”

“Great food and great staff gluten free friendly there burgers are awesome always good when we stop in never disappoints.”

“Omg when I say the food is so fresh. Ginza cleans their seafood very well I go at least once or twice a week just for the seafood boil. Customer service is amazing they all are so sweet and respectful. Thank you again for such great food Ginza”

“Great steaks”

“The owner NAILED IT! The atmosphere is amazing, with outdoor seating on the beautiful Hudson River. The food is awesome too. I try something new each visit and am pleased every time. My guests are equally impressed. Our new favorite spot in the beautiful Hudson Valley. You will LOVE it!”

“Jason Patrick’s is always a good choice! Friendly staff and very comfortable.”

“Crew was an outstanding dining experience. We have been to 4 cities in America over a three week period including New York and DC celebrity chef restaurants and hands down this was the best dining experience we have had during our holiday. We sat at the chef’s counter and highly recommend it - the chefs were generous with their time and it really was dinner theatre watching them prepare the incredible food. We do not get this opportunity to get up close and personal so with chefs in our own country (Australia) during a service - 5 stars for sure!”

“Had a nice lunch today and the food was delicious. Service was amazing.”

“We had a fantastic experience at Zeus Brewing while visiting from out of town. Maria, our server, was absolutely AWESOME —she picked the perfect beer flight for me, and everything she suggested was spot on. The Reuben burger was absolutely delicious, and I can't stop thinking about the peach and basil beer—it was such a unique and refreshing flavor. The hostess also gave us great recommendations for things to do while we’re in town. Highly recommend stopping by if you're in the area!”

“Super awesome acai berry bowls! My new love! :) <3”

“Akari Sushi has exceptional customer service. Their waiters are very attentive. I come here every weekend and I would always get a special roll. The fish is always fresh. Kitchen entrees are always served hot. Try the home made hot sake when you’re here! Totally recommend this place!”

“Always great Service & fun atmosphere”

“I had a fantastic dinner here this past week — and going to pick up lunch there now! Super tasty and a great addition to local cuisine.”

“Mike was our server, he also is a bartender that my mother raves about. He is and was on point and super professional and nice! The food is to die for! Scrumptious and great serving sizes!!! Prices are great as well! Matches the quality of the food and atmosphere! If you haven't been to Cosimo's.... GO!!!!”

“great food great service. . luckily my daughter tries new things and loved the octopus and she's only 8.. will deff be back”

“Great place to hang with friends”

“I'm not easily impressed but Joseph's Italian Steakhouse really hit a home run on all levels. Best Prime Rib I've ever had, so tasty and cooked perfectly. The sides we equally delicious which elevated my whole experience. The hospitality was superb and judging by the looks on other patrons' faces, I assume others had a similar experience.”

“I cannot recommend Mel's enough! I purchased the Holiday Catering Special for a work party and the food was amazing! I added a 1/2 tray of eggplant rollatini and also tortellini primavera and this easily fed 30 people (with leftovers!) My co-workers were raving about the food and I easily said it was all from Mel's. This special catering combo is the perfect mix for any party!!! (I will also add I ordered on Monday morning and picked up Tuesday evening! Quick service as well!!!) 👏”

“Amazing food. I stopped here while on lunch at work. I ordered the volcano rolls sushi and chicken teriyaki and miso soup. The wait was quick. The food was phenomenal. I’ve passed this place multiple times and I’m not quite sure why I never tried it before. I’m glad I finally tried it I will definitely be going back.”

“I order and cater from here quite often. Always fresh and delicious and staff is extremely helpful.
Even with very short notice they always come through.”

“we love ordering from Pa li ace Diner from Uber Eats Food is SO good.we ordered Turkey dinner.Very Very Good & for the price also.ty- Melody V.”

“Excellente😉 muy buenos!!!”

“Went there to pick up some late night food to satisfy some cravings.

Kid-friendliness: They have a dine in option, spell you and your family can sit down and eat with one another.

Wheelchair accessibility: Has a sidewalk with a tiny incline that makes this wheelchair accessible.”

“Such a cozy little coffee shop! We stopped in for a latte and a cappuccino both were absolutely perfect. Smooth, rich espresso with just the right balance of milk and foam. You can really tell they care about quality here.

Great atmosphere, friendly service, and a spot we’ll definitely be coming back to when in the area..Highly recommend if you’re a coffee lover!”

“Always order family birthday cakes from Frank's love the almond cigars”

“Beautiful deli , probably the most beautiful… incredible & unbeatable food , the best Italian deli 🇮🇹”

“Golden Krust – Poughkeepsie, NY Review

I grew up in New York City and have been familiar with Golden Krust for as long as I can remember. Honestly, in the city, I would mainly go just for their beef patties — they were good, but that was about it.

However, the Golden Krust in Poughkeepsie, New York, is a whole different experience! The food here is absolutely awesome — full of flavor, freshly made, and truly tasty. It’s not just about the patties anymore; everything I’ve tried has been on point. You can tell they take extra pride in their cooking here compared to other locations I've been to.

If you're anywhere near Poughkeepsie and craving real, delicious Caribbean food, this Golden Krust is definitely worth a visit. It's unlike any other Golden Krust I’ve ever been to!”

“Hands down, the best tamales I've ever had. They're my favorite food! Also, every time, the restaurant staff are extremely friendly, accommodating, and courteous. Can't recommend this place enough.”

“Stephanie helped my fiancé and I with our cake tasting for our wedding. She was so sweet and funny. She talked us through everything and we felt so lucky to have met such a wonderful woman/ business owner! Everything was delicious !! I wished we lived closer! Can’t wait to see the wedding cake on our big day!❤️”

“First time at the location in Gardiner today- and I’m so happy I decided to try it! An iced lavender matcha is to DIE for! I didn’t catch the young woman’s name but she was so helpful, answered all my questions and made me a custom drink- and even made sure I liked it! The smoothie bowls are so fresh with crisp fresh fruit and toppings.. highly recommend! 😍”

“Me and my daughter were looking for a place and I'm so glad we checked this out. We did the lunch special and it wasy so affordable that this is going to be out go to place. Sushi was good, service good and even the miso soup tasted better than most places.”

“Great food, super friendly and a cool space - will definitely go back”

“Amazing flavors, the Dragon Stout, Red Velvet, Chocolate Brownie, Grapenuts etc were awesome. Such great quality!! Creamy and delicious!! A must-go and a must-go-back!!”

“great beers nice atmosphere and good bartenders”

“Best pizza I have ever had!! Friendly staff great atmosphere”

“This little Italian restaurant was a delightful surprise. We went there because it had favorable reviews. We found out that it is under new ownership as of approximately 9 months ago, late in 2024. Carlos, one of the co-owners, greeted us, cooked our food, and checked to see that everything was all right several times. He is clearly very interested in pleasing his customers.
My husband is Italian and gives the quality of the food and the expertise of its preparation high marks. We ordered two appetizers, Caesar salad and bruschetta. The Caesar salad was delicious and big enough to share. The bruschetta had wonderful flavors, was delightfully presented on a board and the thing I like the best was that the toast was not too hard to bite into.
Finally, for our meals I had a chicken parmesan sandwich which was a reasonably large portion, and my husband had lasagna. We both enjoyed every bit.
The food is prepared while you wait, so it is not fast food at all. He makes everything from scratch.
If you go in in, prepare to relax, enjoy your food and give Carlos greetings from us!
Ps. We are not related and we live in Florida, so we won't be able to go back right away. But we were visiting the area and thoroughly enjoyed our meal.”

“The food is actually amazing! Each dish tastes different than what you would expect but in a very good and unique way!! Their pumpkin soup 🎃 is literally so good (a must try) and their Jeyuk Bokkeum (Spicy pork stir fry) is soooo good 🥩. The spicy fried chicken is very very delicious too 🍗.

For dessert, the cream🍦 that comes with the Bungeoppang or Twisted Doughnut 🍩 is literally the BEST. MUST TRY.

TIP: Find all the 8 pumpkins 🎃 and you may receive a free dessert (don't count on my word just what I heard) 🥐”

“awesome pizza!! Def recommend!”

“Wide variety of specialty pizza’s!”

“First time here and was extremely satisfied. EVERYTHING was superb and more than enough for the 3 of us that we had to bring the remainder home. The owners are warm, friendly and humbly appreciative of our praises. Can't wait to come back!”

“Best spot in town highly recommend”

“Sushi was really delicious and we had fabulous service. Really enjoyed the rainbow roll, trio roll and eel avocado roll. Gyoza were perfect

Vegetarian options: Plenty veg rolls and yummy edamame”

“Used to go here when it was Debra T’s Cafe! I raised all 3 kids there! It was SO Good SO adorable SO clean! Was devastated when Debra T’s closed! Then it opened as Maple cafe and they quickly dismantled the adorable decorations that Debra T’s had up 😣 In my opinion they destroyed it took the booths out and took all the adorable cute things down. It was dirty and we never went back SO sad! Then driving by yesterday and wala it was a new name!!!! Omg YAY We walked in and it was CLEAN which is SO incredibly important!! And so cute! Definitely had a Debra T vibe going on!! 🎉🎉🎉 Spectacular food delicious ice cream super cute and fun! Lovely owner young sweet workers that were pleasant and funny! Sooo if you haven’t gone in Please support this business they really have done a great job!!! Highly recommend!!! 5 stars ⭐️”

“absolutely delicious food and wonderful, kind staff!”

“Absolutely amazed by how well they make their teas. Pictured are the Down Dog and Peach Green Tea Lemonade. The staff is super helpful and makes it easy to pick a drink and customize it to your liking. Give Ready Coffee a try!”

“The best breakfast ever! Great service and a great”vibe!””

“absolutely love their lemonade. I love their iced chais as well. I go to the Raymond Ave. I've been going there for years never had an issues always friendly. and close to home.”

“A basic diner with basic food offerings, including breakfast at any time. Good coconut pie. Pleasant and consistent service, staff who have been there for years.”

“You never know what you're going to get when you go to small little hole in the walls but then this one did not disappoint. The food is authentic and tasty. Service is quick and people are delightful. Yeah I'm definitely coming back.”

“Just got one of their carrot cakes from Clinton community day. It was probably one of the best carrot cakes I’ve ever had! Will most definitely be going in to the shop and trying other flavors!”

“Truly the best Japanese restaurant in the area! Food is always so fresh, service extremely attentive! A wonderful family owned establishment! Owners make you feel so welcome and always remember you and what you order! Love this place!”

“great ice cream and Hillary is so sweet ty”

“It was such a pleasant atmosphere. Very kind people. Food was on point and the portions were really big. I normally don't like fried chicken the second day but, it was still good the next day. Highly recommend.”

“Drove 2 hours from upstate NY. AMAZING!!! Delicious delicious delicious. We will be back. Ordered everything on the menu and also ordered to go!!! your food truck needs to come to Oktoberfest in Lake George New York or at least the international car show the weekend after Labor day! Melissa said she would go with you!”

“Beyond a blast every time I walk into this place! Cocktails, and service, are exceptional. Anytime I’m passing by I am always drawn in to see what Davina her crew have in store. One of my favs for sure! Cheers 🍻”

“A huge thank you to Bobby and his team at the Eastdale location for accommodating our special request this morning for our Soldier! There’s nothing like bringing a taste of his favorite place to him on his graduation from Basic Training! God bless you 🇺🇸”

“Staff and food was great.”

“I’m not super local to this place but when I’m in the area I stop in for a great meal. Love the shawarma and falafel, and the hummus is great too. Service is friendly and prompt, and prices are moderate.”

“Anyeli's excellence in event planning made a milestone event joyous and memorable! Every detail was considered and executed! My guests and I enjoyed every moment. Thank you!”

“Come experience every thing Reason & Ruckus has to offer. Food! Drinks! And Music!”

“The best sandwich I’ve ever had from a deli. Fresh meats and Boars Head (my favorite). They have a lovely work staff who’s eager to help and a delicious variety of chips and beverages.”

“Great experience here. I’ve been looking for some authentic Jamaican food for the past year and I’ve finally found it here in Royal Blends. This is not a dine in, it is takeout which is fine because that’s what I wanted. This is definitely authentic Jamaican food, it’s delicious and flavorful… the staff is really friendly, and the baked treats will have you coming back for more! I’ve tried the pineapple upside down cake so far and it was baked to perfection. It was sweet but not too sweet. It was nice and succulent , which is a must, no one wants a dry cake right? In summary, I’m now a regular customer here and will continue to be. I highly recommend. Thank you to the team at Royal Blends!”

“Food was crazy good - lost 1 star for very bland rice. I got a Crazy Burrito and it was big and tasty. I can't wait to go back; the staff is SO nice! Loved my experience.”

“thank you for the sandwiches. they hit the spot today. the dynamic duo was amazing. thank you for customizing for me. and you were so freindly on the phone. so nice to hear a smile these days. thank you. stay safe!”

“I loved the coffee and the baked goods. Everything from the service to the food was fantastic. I will make sure to stop by next time I am in the area.

Parking: The parking lot is around the corner. I stopped by on a Sunday and had no issues.”

“I have been wanting to come here. This place is very cute and very clean. The gentleman and lady that were there were very nice too! The staff was very helpful! I really loved my macaroni salad!!! I would definitely come back here!!!!!”

“The food is delicious, been ordering from here for years, we are dedicated customers. The service is exceptional. One time my rice was left out of my order and the owner delivered it to my house HIMSELF! Good people :)”

“Delicious assorted baked goods from tortas to pan dulce, Tres Leches cakes, donuts, muffins, and croissants. Authentic entrees include my personal favorites Tamales de Pollo and Chiles Rellenos de Queso, accompanied by salad, Mexican rice, savory black beans, and homemade tortillas. Buen apetito!

Vegetarian options: Chiles Rellenosask if oil used is only for vegetarian meals

Parking: 2 or 3 Reserved Disabled spotsRamp from parking to narrow sidewalk.

Wheelchair accessibility: Entry door open to outside.”

“calamari was terrible, touggh waiter was great”

“I want to say thank you to Deanna for providing an excellent customer service experience! It is greatly appreciated.”

“Always order family birthday cakes from Frank's love the almond cigars”

“Food is always great … very friendly staff ..would highly recommend”

“I have been buying my fish for 24 years. They don’t have it all but whatever they have it is always fresh. I also get my Christmas fish from John. Sometimes I am disappointed when they run out. You can also be assured their mussels are excellent.”

“Great steaks”

“This is the best Chinese food I’ve had! Pork is so tender! Both chicken choices awesome! Servings plentiful! I’ll come back!!”

“Such a wonderful place and top quality food”

“Hands down my favorite place to eat in Poughkeepsie. Service is great, always met with a smile and the food is outrageous”

“It was such a pleasant atmosphere. Very kind people. Food was on point and the portions were really big. I normally don't like fried chicken the second day but, it was still good the next day. Highly recommend.”

“The pupusas with cheese and an herb were excellent! The coleslaw that came with it had a zing and was also delicious! We will go back!”

“Great place to dine with family and friends. The food was fantastic. The owner and staff were awesome. Looking for a great barbecue, look no further. It is worth a trip to try their food and enjoy the atmosphere.”

“I'm 71 yrs old. I've eaten burgers from New York to San Deigo to Orlando. The JERK BURGER is the BEST, Most DELICIOUS, MOUTH WATERING burger I've ever eaten in my entire life. When you bite into a Jerk Burger your mouth will Explode with flavor. We usually order several at a time. YUM! Mike”

“best i ever had.....fantastic”

“best i ever had.....fantastic”

“Excellent restaurant! Fabulous service! Incredible food! Highly recommended!”

“A huge thank you to Bobby and his team at the Eastdale location for accommodating our special request this morning for our Soldier! There’s nothing like bringing a taste of his favorite place to him on his graduation from Basic Training! God bless you 🇺🇸”

“I'm 71 yrs old. I've eaten burgers from New York to San Deigo to Orlando. The JERK BURGER is the BEST, Most DELICIOUS, MOUTH WATERING burger I've ever eaten in my entire life. When you bite into a Jerk Burger your mouth will Explode with flavor. We usually order several at a time. YUM! Mike”

“we love ordering from Pa li ace Diner from Uber Eats Food is SO good.we ordered Turkey dinner.Very Very Good & for the price also.ty- Melody V.”

“My son and I went in and each got a delicious shake. The young man helping us was alone but he was fast and friendly.”

“The best breakfast ever! Great service and a great”vibe!””

“calamari was terrible, touggh waiter was great”

“Beautiful deli , probably the most beautiful… incredible & unbeatable food , the best Italian deli 🇮🇹”

“Great menu and excellent service!!”

“Sushi was fresh. We got a sushi platter and a drink for 2 people. Very reasonably priced and staff was very nice. Want to go again and try other things on the menu.”

“Spice Catering came highly recommended to us by our venue and friends. We are SO glad we went with them. We had our wedding at Locust Grove Estates. Billy and his team were a well-oiled machine working there. They knew the venue in and out. They also knew what to recommend for us for the venue. The day of the wedding, Spice Catering ensured that we ate and that we always had drinks if we wanted them. They were flexible with us in determining if we keep the ceremony/cocktail hour inside/outside due to the weather forecast. They also had plenty of staff to greet guests as they entered and to serve our guests. Erick, our maître d', helped our day of coordinator set everything up, take everything down, and ensure the timeline was followed smoothly. Erick was amazing to work with and took the time to get to know my husband and I to best support us on our wedding day. Our guests complimented how delicious and hot the food was and mentioned it as a highlight of the wedding. We HIGHLY recommend Spice Catering.”

“I'm not easily impressed but Joseph's Italian Steakhouse really hit a home run on all levels. Best Prime Rib I've ever had, so tasty and cooked perfectly. The sides we equally delicious which elevated my whole experience. The hospitality was superb and judging by the looks on other patrons' faces, I assume others had a similar experience.”

“Tim and the staff did a great job accommodating our large group as a last minute request during a snowstorm. We had amazing service and food. Thanks so much! We will be back when we are in town again!”

“Great food and great staff gluten free friendly there burgers are awesome always good when we stop in never disappoints.”