Joe Willy's Seafood House

Brought my wife for her birthday she had crab legs. they were no good they smell like ammonia. There excuse was that he's got the the 60 dollar ones instead of thr 99 dollar ones. We looked it up when we got home and it was because they were old and were bad. We'll never go back.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 1

Service: 4

Had the Basa. Best fish in the world. Fresh from vietnam

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Fish

Always a great meal at Joe Willy's ! Staff is wonderful and very accommodating, making sure our experience is always perfect ! We will be back soon !

I’m going to change my review …
I’ll start from the beginning. As this was my 1st time, I was quite anxious to dine here because of the reviews. As I walked in and was seated, I could feel a difference. Continuous stares were received but when you’re the only person of color in a room of no other people of color, that’s expected. A server who first approached me had asked if I had been helped after waiting a little while (which I brushed off) and by her genuine shake of the head and “I’m so sorry” I could feel the warmth in her demeanor but also a sense of “that shouldn’t happen to you”. This is my perception, of course.

She was then told by the person who was assigned to my tabletop that this wasn’t hers and she was to tend to another table. I perceived a sense of coldness in the exchange but moving on. Everything was fine. My assigned server then informed me about the specials and I inquired on a certain meal and asked if something could be added/substituted. She assured me that it could be and she then proceeded to write something on her notepad which I assumed was her taking the order because I stated that’s what I wanted. I also ordered appetizers and drinks.

We (my son and I) receive our drinks and appetizers. I ordered the lobster bisque which was edible but nothing to rave about, and my son - mozzarella sticks which were tasty. He also ordered pasta which he did not like and when our server came over to ask if everything was ok, we mentioned him not liking the pasta and she kindly changed the order to the requested chicken tenders (which I hate doing bc that’s annoying), which were well seasoned and cooked just right. My little one then asked me where my food was and I stated that’s maybe because my meal included steak, that it would take a little longer.

After analyzing my first review as it may have been too harsh (my experience here had me upset and I posted in haste as soon as I left the restaurant so my apologies), I did notice that she may have had duties to tend to in the back and I saw more of the first server who approached me in the beginning out on the floor more often. I then had to ask that same server for my server to come out. When my assigned server came to my table, I asked if she had put in my order and she told me that she did not because she thought that I was just inquiring. Also, that she would’ve asked me about my sides and what kind of salad I wanted. This was my first time in attendance and bc she didn’t ask about sides, I assumed they were standard (I’m not picky and eat pretty much everything) and I was placing my order based on her rundown of the specials. She proceeded to ask if I wanted her to put in the order and I told her no. At that point I was quite disappointed. As one who has been a server and provided customer service to patrons of all levels, if someone inquires about something but they don’t mention it, I would say a simple “How about that…?” Also, ss a server, if you see someone inquiring about an entree but in turn gets no entree at all, wouldn’t you ask if someone or a table wanted an entree?

Again, this is my perception. I did not feel any warmth from my assigned server. Maybe she had a bad day, which is why I decided to edit my review and remove her name. I already felt out of place by the other patrons with the constant stares and to have a cold feeling from my server and her not give much attention to my dining experience, truly made me feel as if I was unwelcomed. Again, my perception.

My experience may not be anyone else’s experience but I wanted to take the time to properly articulate my experience. Forget how other patrons make you feel, customer service, along with attention to detail, is a HUGE part of any person’s dining experience.

In summation to my exceedingly long and most likely unconcernedly received 10-page essay review 😂, as a person of color, I felt unwelcomed and out of place. Again friends, just my perception.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Great food and fresh seafood have great portions

Wheelchair accessibility: Ground level seating

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Zuppa De Pesci, Lobster Bisque, Salad

Had a party on Saturday and the service was outstanding . The food was great.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Fish, Lobster, Salad

Good easy takeout.

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Lobster

Always great seafood

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

We love a place where the chef will cook you anything they serve however you want!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Fish, Lobster

In a world of disappointing, predictable, subpar chains, Joe Willy’s is a great surprise. Not only is this a local family run small business, but the menu is fantastic! There is something for everyone. Steak, filet mignon, ribs, chicken, salads, pasta, etc. The appetizer list covers everything. I had scallops, shrimp, salmon and flounder and it was all delicious! Where else can you find lobster ravioli with shrimp scampi? Yum! The wine list was also impressive! If you haven’t been, you’re missing out!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Fish, Flounder, Salad, Absolutely

Came here for my Pops birthday and the service was absolutely amazing. Very accommodating to us requesting a table not a booth. Very patient with pops and any questions. Calamari was so tender and lobster was perfect. The salmon that Pop had was amazing as well.
Will definitely be going again!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Lobster Bisque, Fish, Lobster, Clam Chowder

Their New England clam chowder was the best I ever had!!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

I am a long time fan of the show Restaurant Impossible and I made the trip to Wappingers Falls from NYC when I found out this place was still open after all these years! It did not disappoint. The atmosphere is very nice but casual and the food is solid - I had the “famous” shrimp stuffed salmon and the salmon was cooked perfectly! Dish was delicious. The staff and service were wonderful. I am so happy to see this place succeeding! It’s worth the trip.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Classic Caesar Salad, Zuppa De Pesci, Fish, Clams Casino

This was our go to restaurant to get a decent fish dinner. Unfortunately, we won't be dining there anymore. They have raised their prices and I don't think the quality and the dining atmosphere is worth it.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 4

Service: 3

This is the restaurant in Poughkeepsie to have a wonderful fish dinner for your anniversary

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Classic Caesar Salad, Lobster Bisque, Fish, Salad