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”

“Such a wonderful place and top quality food”

“Great steaks”

“Staff and food was great.”

“Steam fish meal is the best and carrot juice”

“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 🇺🇸”

“Love this place! Always great customer service, friendly staff and a caring owner who takes care of his customers. I’ve continually come here just because of the great experience and fresh food I look forward to eat.”

“Solid pho spot. Hole in the wall next to Vassar. Reasonably priced. Banh mi had fantastic bread. The grilled pork was unusual. The broth in the pho was well spiced. Slightly thin at first but got better as you go down. Nice to have in PK.”

“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..”

“This is the best Jamaican food in Poughkeepsie. It’s a crowded field but this one is best. The jerk chicken is spectacular. The curry goat very special. The patties are amazing too. Get in here.”

“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”

“They easily accommodated our large group. The garden out back was a pleasant surprise. the food was really good and they carry really good craft beers”

“Amazing food, always fresh and QUALITY ingredients. Gina and Steve are amazing and treat you like family. Great pizzas, sandwiches, dinners and MORE.. perfect to dine in or take out.. Give them a try, you wont be disappointed. Try the Chicken cutlet with broccoli rabe sandwich or the penne ala Vodka Pizza.. you cant go wrong with anything”

“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!”

“Nice place visiting Poughkeepsie after Walkway build an appetite, menu super nice service good atmosphere great have good Air conditioning found seats dine at bar...”

“The place met all the "barrs" in the restaurant business. Fun atmosphere, knowledge, kind and friendly staff and most of all, the food and portion sizes. 100% Recommend”

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

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

“Fun atmosphere, great food and service !!”

“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!”

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

“Went for the first time last Thursday evening and the food was absolutely delicious! Brussel Sprouts, Prime Rib, Bolognese- all very well done and friendly service. Will be back again!”

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

“Thank you for a wonderful evening. The meal and service was excellent. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a truly French dining experience.”

“We were all craving eggplant parm and ordered 2 full dinners and 1 hero all eggplant parm. Everything was delicious even the pasta and salads that came with the dinners and the portions are very generous too! Thank you so much Mel’s!”

“Always great Service & fun atmosphere”

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

“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!”

“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.”

“My wife & I love eating here. We've never had a bad meal - it's always delicious! Service is excellent. We love having Missy as our server. She is the absolute best!”

“Excellente😉 muy buenos!!!”

“Sunday nite about 1230am going thru drive thru ordered two number 4's. Somehow person listening to order understood 4 diet cokes. At window for pickup girl had attitude like I ordered incorrectly. Order corrected but girl still had major attitude. Slammed window door when retrieving order. Handed bag of food over in aggressive manner.”

“Touch of Naples is by far the best pizza in the Hudson Valley. Anyone who thinks differently is unfortunately wrong. I’ve been going here for 38 years and the quality has always been unbelievable. Their old style Sicilian and grandma pizzas are amazing. The giant slice is a great value. And the selection of different slices at the counter is fantastic. Awesome staff very friendly reasonable prices. They don’t deliver, you know why… They’ve never needed to. It’s worth going there.”

“Always good and super friendly!”

“I absolutely love this Golden Krust! The food is always fresh, flavorful, and consistently amazing every time I visit. The customer service is outstanding—the staff is friendly, welcoming, and always makes you feel appreciated. The service is quick, professional, and they go above and beyond to ensure a great experience.

One of my favorite things is their natural juices, which are always refreshing and delicious. Whether you’re stopping by for a meal or just a drink, you can count on excellent quality and great service. I highly recommend Golden Krust to anyone looking for authentic, tasty food and a wonderful dining experience!”

“Just had it for the first time . Recently moved to Poughkeepsie and this is now my favorite spot to eat around here . 10/10 highly recommend”

“Good food and service at the Wilmington, DE location”

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

“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.”

“This diner is a great place. The food was great, the waitress Meghan did an excellent job not only serving my order, but also checking up on me too. Highly recommended 👌”

“Had a great lunch here and the food and service were wonderful. Cozy atmosphere and friendly faces all around.”

“Wonderful music, food and great ambience. Highly recommended.”

“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!”

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

“Delicious and so tasty! We ate the seafood scallion pancake, bibimbap with bulgogi and pork galbi. Hits the spot especially when away from NYC's Koreatown ❤”

“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!”

“I’ve only had the drinks but they’re sooooo good. If you know you know with ready coffee :) they have soooo many flavors to choose from. I’ve had sodas, teas, lemonade. I recommend the down dog drink, peach passion fruit tea is also really good I stop here whenever I get a chance :)”

“First time here for a private party and i cannot say enough great things about not only the food but the staff also. By far one of the best upcoming restaurants in the Hudson valley. The pizza was so flavorful, fresh with perfect crust n that’s coming from someone whose family owned pizzeria for years. Another must have is the house made penelle which aside from my nonna making it I’ve never had in any restaurant. Last but not least the cannoli were some of the best I’ve had in months. This place is 1000% worth the drive from anywhere in the area. Will be coming back asap”

“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 🍻”

“friendly and food are very refreshing and healthy!”

“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! 😍”

“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!”

“Came here for Mothers Day dinner after seeing a play in Wappingers. Restaurant was bright and clean. We had the ceviche mixto as an appetizer which was excellent. Entrees of lamb and beef were also very good.”

“Always great food in or takeout”

“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!!”

“Living so close to Spoons is dangerous in the best possible way. Everything is always delicious and the staff are so friendly!”

“Best spot in town highly recommend”

“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 ⭐️”

“Such a lovely spot with sweet folk running the place. An incredible dress selection and the iced americano was firrre! We were given one of the most delicious pastries on our way and we are so grateful. There is a lovely dog named Basil who I had a great conversation with.”

“Friendly family vibes at this Jamaican counter-serve eatery within steps of Poughkeepsie train station.

Order a small, medium or large platter with choice of main and select sides. Goat Curry, with rice and beans, mac n’ cheese and cabbage — solid though served a bit more room temperature than desired. Other mains include fried and jerk chicken, oxtails.

Selection of Jamaican beef patties ready for grab-n-go.”

“Amazing local community watering hole! Best bar food in town. Drinks are made with love and so is the food. The bar is full of all the classic bar memorabilia that make this place feel like a Time Machine in the best way! The staff is also amazing friendly, funny and professional. One of the only places that are still cash only which add to the nostalgic vibe. Perfect place if you want to enjoy a drink without all the extra frills!”

“I had a fantastic time at LMM Sweets, the treats are dangerously delicious, the vibe is pure happiness, and it’s officially my favorite local spot to satisfy a massive sweet tooth and leave with a smile!”

“I’m from Long Island and when we moved up here there we tried other bagel places. Easdale Avenue bagels top them all. Best bagel in town.”

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

“Very delicious food!!! I ordered 2 chicken k en Tikka dinners from Uber.will order again!!!”

“Best pizza in the Hudson valley”

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

“We were staying in the hotel next door and stopped by for lunch on one of the last days. The food was GOOD and the portions were generous. Even the service was better than expected. Wish we had stopped by sooner and multiple times during our visit.”

“Great Kebobs! Had it with naan perfect duo, will be back”

“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.”

“Best place to grab food either for dinner or before the train.”

“We love it…. so many options”

“Awesomeness food ... got a chicken burrito and it was amazingly awesome. Five stats awesome.
Recommend this place VERY HIGHLY!!
Might need to use Google translate, as the staff speaks barely any English.
Food is freaking awesome.”

“I went to the subway in red oaks mill in poughkeepsie ny was fantastic. It was loaded with pickles and chicken and a nice variety of veggies.This shop always does a great job whether it’s salads wraps or subs. Yum!! Thank you”

“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.”

“Lovely food stand with a good feel to it. Relaxed and happy place. It's going to be food stand food and not gourmet, but if that's what you're looking for, it fits the bill! If you haven't tried tropical fruit with Tajine (salt and lime flavor), here's your chance to experience something the world has to offer.”

“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.”

“I am writing his a second time because I don't see my review I just wrote. I have been going here since I was a kid! 60+ years! I have had parties here. Even my son's first birthday 38 year ago! My union even has had pizza parties here. Best Italian food in the area! Love their pizza, their eggplant parm, and their stuffed zucchini blossoms. My family loves their raviolis and even the chicken parm!! Never had a bad pizza or meal there!!!! I even live their salad with homemade dressing!!!! Can't go wrong!!! Even the staff is so nice!!!!!”

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

“Amazing food and made gluten free. Thank you!”

“Delicious!!!! Excellent service. Have never been disappointed any time we have been there”

“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”

“Such a good place for pre dinner snacks. Try it all! Great people and food 🥰”

“Thank you for a wonderful evening. The meal and service was excellent. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a truly French dining experience.”

“Always great Service & fun 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”

“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 🇺🇸”

“My wife & I love eating here. We've never had a bad meal - it's always delicious! Service is excellent. We love having Missy as our server. She is the absolute best!”

“calamari was terrible, touggh waiter was great”

“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!”

“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.”

“Always good and super friendly!”

“Food was phenomenal! I had chicken Mahoneys and it was to die for!”

“Best pizza in the Hudson valley”

“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.”

“Really good sauce. Not too bold, and not acidic. I had the Eggplant Parm, verrrry good. good service. And the cannoli may be the best I've had in a decade.”

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

“Just had it for the first time . Recently moved to Poughkeepsie and this is now my favorite spot to eat around here . 10/10 highly recommend”

“Very friendly. Beautiful spot in front of the river. It gives off a fancy smoke-lounge/parlor vibe in the couch area with a bookshelf filled with diverse topics. There are normal tables and chairs too. Food options also have vegan friendly treats, some you couldn't even tell they were if your palate is particular. Lovely experience”

“Louie and Nancy have created a light, great atmosphere to sit and enjoy an awesome meal with a great beverage. Loved it.”

“Owner was extremely nice and clearly loves what he does! Food was great and he even gave us free waters and a scoop of ice cream for my daughter. Will come back for sure!”

“Food is okay. Meat a little bit dry, we ordered 3 olives trio appetizer and one of the option out of 3 wasn't available. Overall it was not a WOW experience.”

“Outstanding food and great service.”

“Fresh food that tastes amazing. We go the Shepherd Salad with a kabob. Also had a spicy hummus. Amazing combination! We’re visiting from out of town and regret that there isn’t a Saba closer to our home.”

“We were staying nearby and stopped by eShin for a quick lunch. Their lunch menu is very reasonably priced, especially for the quality and portion sizes. We ordered the shrimp bento box, an assorted platter of three different sushi rolls, and a gyudon bowl. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. The service was also quick and friendly, making for a great dining experience. I would definitely stop by eShin again whenever I’m in the area!”

“We ordered the empanadas, birria tacos, and tostones. $47 tab

Empanadas- asked for 2 beef and 1 chicken and either they are completely indistinguishable or they sent all beef. There was almost no pico or sauce on them and the dough was very thick. I've never had an empanada with thick dough like that and I've lived in New Mexico and CA, so had a lot of them. Filling was delicious and portion was good despite having no side dish at an entree price.

Birria tacos- delicious and as expected. Again it was the price of a full entree ($18 for 3 tacos) at most dine in establishments but came with no rice, beans, or sides and for this dish I'd call the portion small. My husband would not have been satisfied to eat just this as a meal without the tostones we ordered.

Tostones- These were exceptional. Some of my favorites ever. We cracked open the to-go container to keep them crisp on the drive home and they were absolutely delicious. Highly recommend if you go.”

“I went today 4/27 and it was staff I’ve never seen before. Rude disrespectful and not welcoming. I do enjoy this location any other time and love the cookies. But they were just not nice and was told to “”back up”” because another customer needed to be shown the kiosk options when I was looking at the display.”

“cute place, lots of options but boba is not included!”

“I recently had the pleasure of dining at Shirley's Soul Food, and I must say it was an experience filled with love, nostalgia, and outstanding flavors. This restaurant holds a special place in my heart as it pays homage to the chef's beloved grandmother, whose passion for cooking and dream of owning a restaurant come to life in this heartfelt establishment. From the moment I stepped inside, the warm ambiance and soulful atmosphere embraced me. Now, let's talk about the menu. Shirley's Soul Food offers a myriad of tantalizing options that cater to every craving. It's hard to choose just one favorite, but the turkey chili stole my heart. The rich, savory flavors combined with the perfect balance of spices left me wanting more with each spoonful. The mac and cheese, accompanied by tender yams and perfectly fried chicken, was a heavenly trio that danced on my taste buds. The harmony of creamy cheesiness, sweet yams, and crispy, golden chicken was an absolute delight. To complement these delectable dishes, I highly recommend trying their signature half-and-half lemonade and iced tea. The refreshing blend of citrusy tang and subtle sweetness was the perfect accompaniment to the soulful flavors of the meal. Pay them a visit, and let your taste buds embark on a journey of love and flavor!”

“food and service really good”

“Mama La's RULES!!! Every meal I've gotten from these exceptional chefs has been superlative and having their cuisine available at Reason & Ruckus is pretty much the single biggest win-win in the city of Poughkeepsie. Thanks again for all you do — next time!!! ❤️❤️❤️🔥🔥🔥”

“I went pretty late to pick up an app ordered item. I had no idea this was here, but I am so glad I found it! It was absolutely insanely delicious. Not a mouthful of garlic… Although I know that some may like that lol. It had a beautiful blend of herbs and spices that perfectly complimented each slice. Even though it was 10 minutes before closing, the girls were incredibly sweet and I decided to try out their ice cream. I’m pretty sure that the ingredients of their orange Creamsicle is Two scoops magic, one scoop surprise. It had more flavor than any other brand I’ve ever tried even homemade. Everything was truly awesome and I can’t wait to go back during the day so I can grab a slice and head down to the river because I’m pretty sure anything I get there would be perfection! 10 out of 10 two thumbs up, Chef’s Kiss and would recommend!”

“Nice! I enjoyed a regular cheese slice plus a meatball slice. The sauce, cheese, & topping consistency was impeccable, though I found the crust to be a little overly moist & doughy toward the outside of the slice. I can also appreciate that they offer breakfast & Mexican dishes, so I'll have to try to get back!”