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”

“Great steaks”

“Such a wonderful place and top quality food”

“Staff and food was great.”

“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 🇺🇸”

“Steam fish meal is the best and carrot juice”

“Always good and super friendly!”

“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”

“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..”

“My partner and I were craving pho, we decided to stop by from Albany State. The pho was amazing, the taste was a taste we were looking for. We use to have a spot in Queens NYC, but they closed. This place came the closest or even surpassed the the taste in Queens. Was the best spot to stop by before heading back to the city. I 100 percent recommend you to come here if your near by an craving pho or Banh mi. The sandwich was amazing as well.”

“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”

“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 restaurant is very clean and very welcoming. Our hostess was very kind and patient and described whatever we asked for so we could make the best choices and all of my party of four loved their food. I will definitely be back soon in order different things. Thx Moises
They also have private parties for companies Including a television for PowerPoint video Presentations up to 15 people. Very healthy options great vegetarian choices, as well as lamb and goat, chicken and fish spicy and non-spicy options.”

“Great atmosphere. Great food. Friendly service. We got the vegan lunch special. It was delish!! Couldn’t finish it all. Only 9.99 for rice and peas, BBQ chickenless Chicken, and Cabbage. I also tried the veggie patties 🤤….(mouthwatering). Not too spicy 🌶… great balance. . Must try!”

“The food was beautifully plated and so delicious! Our server was wonderful. She plated the leftovers so gently. She even gave us a free dessert. I will definitely be coming back. Thank you so much for a lovely experience.”

“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!”

“We had such a wonderful experience here yesterday, and a big part of that was because of our waiter, Rich! He was incredibly attentive, personable, and friendly throughout our entire meal. He even took the time to give us great suggestions from the menu, which we really appreciated. We brought our family with us, and they were extremely impressed, not only with the quality of the food, but also with the exceptional service. Everyone had such a great experience that they all said they would definitely come back again. Rich truly made our visit even more enjoyable, and we really appreciate the wonderful service. We’ll absolutely be back!”

“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”

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

“Fun atmosphere, great food and service !!”

“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!”

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

“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.”

“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!”

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

“Always great Service & fun atmosphere”

“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.”

“The food is a 5/5! Everything was incredibly fresh and delicious. We tried the al pastor tostada and the chicken, and both were amazing. We’ll definitely be back!”

“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!”

“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.”

“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!”

“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”

“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.”

“I've eaten dinner here twice and done the takeout lunch once and each time, the food was fantastic! The menu is limited, but they have a lot of great options. It's casual and service for dinner can be a little slow since there's usually only two people tending to the dining room but the food is well worth the wait. The food comes out fairly quickly and overall this is a great local spot for authentic food.”

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

“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”

“The service at this establishment is amazing. They are so kind and nice. The food's always fresh. It never sits in the trays, because as soon as come out, you got customers just waiting to buy it. It would be a real good experience if you just tried for yourself.”

“One of the best locations I’ve been to! I walked in it was busy and I couldn’t believe the gentleman working was like a machine! So professional, asked you questions so you could order efficiently and with options, he made everyone’s order quickly, efficiently, correct, AND was kind and funny. Place is extremely clean, updated and run very nicely !”

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

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

“stopped in for a quick lunch. counter service with a bunch of options to choose from. they also have patties that are ready to go if your trying to grab something quick. they offer a bunch of different size meals with options of different sides.

i got the jerk chicken with white rice and plantains. as well as a chicken patty

my meal was great and patty was good just wish it was stuff a little more.

overall good experience and a place to check out”

“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.”

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

“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.”

“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”

“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!”

“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 🍻”

“ive been coming here for years now and its literally my favorite place ever 🥹🥹 best music is always on and the service is amazing!! drinks are on point too ofc”

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

“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!❤️”

“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”

“Fabulous sushi place for a small party! Low lighting, but you can still see the menu, friendly and attentive staff, and very excellent food! We had these special rolls (all delicious): Green Dragon, Bikini Bottom, Naruto, Wasabi and the King Kong. Agedashi Tofu appetizer was decent (a bit more oily than expected, but still tasty).”

“Excellant service, very friendly and helpful. Crab salad is much better at this location then the other location, they chop up the crab and cucumber evenly and it balances out. The Green Dragon and Lobster roll were pretty good also. One of the better places for gyoza, very good flavor and texture. If you have kids, get a Shirley Temple for them, nice presentation.”

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

“friendly and food are very refreshing and healthy!”

“Best spot in town highly recommend”

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

“Best pizza in the Hudson valley”

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

“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!”

“The best deli in Poughkeepsie! Great sandwiches, great people. I've tried half the menu and every sandwich has been incredible. The Vodka Parm hero, Italian-American (with balsamic vinegar!), Milano, and Hooker Avenue Special are all favorites”

“Went above and beyond when my husband ordered me a gluten free lettuce wrapped burger. Asked him if it was a sensitivity or allergy, when he replied allergy they stopped production of all other burgers to make mine so it would have no contact trace. Not to mention their fries are always gluten free. So very grateful to be able to get safe food for my celiac disease while getting take out!”

“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! 😍”

“Super cool cafe. Great coffee at a ridiculously reasonable price. Fun to look at the designer quality clothes and home decor for sale. Vibes like a home brewed ikea which I adore”

“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.”

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

“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.”

“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 ⭐️”

“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.”

“Shelly’s is my favorite deli in the area. As someone that has to eat gluten free when I order my sandwiches here and they ask “separate knife and cutting board?” Just shows how much care they put into making gluten free sandwiches. No other deli in the area asks that. I will always recommend them.”

“EL MEJOR PAN DULCE Y REPOSTERIA EN TODO POUGHKEEPSIE 100% RECOMENDADO Y GARANTIZADO PAN FRESCO TODOS LOS DIAS LAS ROSCAS DE REYES UN TRADICION FAMILIAR POR MAS DE 20 AÑOS”

“calamari was terrible, touggh waiter was great”

“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!!!!!”

“What a pleasant surprise. We came on a slow Sunday- 6:30 pm and were concerned the second string was on- but hold on - it was very good. I recommend get a side of meatballs- the best- delicious- smooth, uniform and generous. This is an ‘old style’ that I grew up with and have found is getting rarer with each passing year.”

“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 🥰”

“calamari was terrible, touggh waiter was great”

“Always good and super friendly!”

“Everything was fantastic”

“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.”

“I have been coming here for what, 13+ years forever and always; right in my neighborhood. I love most i've met. they come and go, but shoutout to my mains Bri & Ash. - Also shoutout to Chilis corporate for not charging me rent since I'm here more than most your employees. 😜 Thank you to those that hold my
jacket waiting for me the next day. And thank you for always putting a menu in front of me when I ask knowing i'll never order. Thank you always for also pulsing checking on me when i'm missing for a week or two lol. You're all the best. Now where's sunglasses I left 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”

“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.”

“I was actually very amazed how great the food was. I also ordered from the back of the menu which had these two for $25 deals plus we got dessert, but I also upsized to one meal for three dollars. What a deal and the food was amazing.”

“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Really good Taco Bell. They actually pay attention to the edits I make to my order, which I really appreciate because a lot of places seem to miss them. Everything is made the way I ask for it and the food is fresh. The people working inside are also always very pleasant and friendly. I’ve had a lot of good experiences at this location and definitely recommend it.”

“Good very good muy buena la comida”

“Excellente😉 muy buenos!!!”

“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!”

“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 🇺🇸”

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

“I went to the Poughkeepsie location a year ago. No greeting, no courtesy, I was treated poorly. Tonight I tried again. I was greeted with a pleasant hello and a smile from Damoya! She was a ray of sunshine. My food was ready quickly and correct. Such a different experience than my visit a year ago. Thanks Damoya!!”

“We love Anna et Pierre sooooo much!!! The best way to describe their selections of coffee, expresso, and teas would be sophisticated, high-end, unique, modern, playful and most importantly DELICIOUS!!! I look forward to the creative beverage flavors of the month because they are so unique and delicious! The pastries and sandwiches are PHENOMENAL!!!!!! The croissants (bacon, egg and cheese, chocolate, almond or plain) are perfection! The doughnuts and cookies are fantastic! One of my favorite pastries is the strawberry whipped cream croissant! Oh my goodness, don't let me get started on the ginger beignets! Needless to say I can go on and on. The ambiance is so gorgeous and Zen-like with beautiful floral arrangements, plants, books and a scenic view overlooking the Hudson. The owners Gigi and Dade are so sweet and welcoming and a pleasure to talk to. I wish I could give Anna et Pierre's 100 stars.”

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

“I loved 3 Olives! The place was quiet, beautiful, and very clean. As a vegetarian, I was so happy to see many options. I tried hummus with fresh pita, falafel platter, salad, and the best strawberry lassi. Everything was super delicious! The staff was kind and friendly. A must-try place!”

“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!”

“Outstanding food and great service.”

“The hummus was out of this world. My husband loved it so much he ordered three extra large containers to take back to the city! The burger has lamb. The falafel sandwich is excellent too.”

“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!”

“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 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”

“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!”

“I don’t know why I waited so long to try falafel but I tried it for the first time today and it was amazing. The outside was so crispy and the inside had so much flavor. I was so impressed I had to try the gyro wrap and it was the freshest tasting gyro I’ve ever had. The customer service was just as good as the food. I highly recommend stopping at this food truck anytime you see it!!!”