So many friends have heard of this restaurant but haven't been for dinner. I was one of them. Make a reservation! Everything, from the stunning architectural space and thoughtful, exquisite interior design, to the tableware, food and presentation, put this among the best restaurants in the Hudson Valley. The service was friendly, and we enjoyed meeting the family behind the restaurant--warm and engaging. This is one of the most elegant spaces I've seen in my 25 years of being a weekender and now resident of the area. The food, however, really put Banque on my favorites list. There was a wonderful, seasonal selection of dishes: something for everyone at my table (pescatarians, vegetarians, carnivores and omnivores). And I really appreciated the effort that went into plating and presentation. It was very well done. And the food was as delicious as it was beautiful. Flavors and textures married well. My only complaint is thst I am not able to eat more. The pastries and chocolates will have to be explored another time, but there will definitely be many more visits if this time was an indication of what can be expected read more

For a place that pretends to be Paris I was surprised a croissant was plopped on a plate with no butter or jam. Coffee and tea cups filled too high and spill as staff places on table. Can't lift the cup without burning your knuckles. Invest in new mugs! Raspberry tarts was good. Won't be back. read more

This was our first stop in Hudson and it was really cute! We were looking for a spot that was close to the brewery we were meeting friends at after and this fit the bill. The lighting was a little odd but it is a cute concept. It's a renovated bank building so lots high ceilings and marble floors. It's technically two businesses: a sit down restaurant with European fare and a cafe full of flaky pastries and all the bon bons you've ever wanted. We did a little of both. We ordered a cocktail and bergamot soda at the restaurant (both of which were quite refreshing!) along with a steak frites that we shared. The fries were more like wedges which I liked and it also came with roasted carrots. Then, for dessert we popped over to the cafe for the brown butter bourbon and rye chocolate chip cookie! What a delight! So many flavors that I love packed into a dense cookie. YUM! Overall, Banque is a nice stop for some elevated dishes and treats in Hudson. Cocktail and bergamot soda read more

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Beautifully decorated establishment with equally nice bathrooms (yes, it's come to this, LOL!) Their large croissants were flaky and buttery and their soup and sandwich were both equally delicious. Service was quick and friendly. We got there an hour before they closed and managed to snag some of their cookies and croissants to take back home. We were all quite impressed with this place. read more

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Stunning establishment. Beautiful high ceiling and furniture. I loved that they served my ice latte with a glass straw. The breakfast sandwich was good and the chicken salad sandwich was the best I ever had. The pastries are to die for. Thank god I'm 2 hrs away or else I would be here every week! 5/5 highly recommend read more

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Location and ambiance are 10/10 at Banque, but their pastries and coffee are just okay and definitely overpriced. Service was also okay, a very nice older gentleman helped us but took a very long time to serve the pastries and ice cream we ordered. It's nice to check out if you're already in Hudson but would not go out of my way to come back here. read more

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The food was excellent, easily the best burger and fries I've had. The service from our waiter and the rest of the staff was fantastic, and the atmosphere was brilliant with beautiful decor. read more

Banque - Tomato soup and white sky tea - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Hudson, New York

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We took a road trip to Hudson NY from CT to walk around and visit the shops since it was a nice day and we by chance poked our head into Banque( a renovated old bank with authentic vault) . We were initially blown away with the beauty of the restaurant. High paneled white ceilings, large modern globe fixtures and hand painted flowered panels graced the walls. The dark blue banquettes with white piping were very elegant and comfortable. But that was just what drew us in. There was a long curved marble counter along the right wall with incredible croissants, pastries, chocolates, gelatos, and colorful bon bons of all flavors. We immediately decided to make an early dinner reservation. While girls shopped, the guys sat at the bar in the back of the room and had an enjoyable conversation with our bartender, Reed, an aspiring conductor studying at Bard Conservatory who made us some pretty delicious cocktails and brought the guys some toasted crostini with infused oil. When it was time for dinner, girls chose the special pasta of the evening and the guys had steak frite. Dian and her husband Tom, the owners, were hands on and told us all about the history of the restaurant. Tom brought over complimentary wine of our choice We were all very pleased with our dinners. On to dessert..roasted pistachio gelato, vanilla caramel and butterscotch bon bons and an apple cream tart. Dian came back over as we finished our meal and offered us dark chocolate orange rinds. Owners and staff were all so warm and welcoming. It was truly a complete all around special dining experience. I wish we lived closer!!! We will be back with more friends to share this amazing restaurant experience. read more

Beautiful dining room that makes you feel like you're in a cafe in Paris. The food is excellent and presented beautifully. The pastries and bon bon are delicious, a myriad of diverse choices. Can't wait to go back and try the gelato. Service was attentive and made some great recommendations. read more

Lively atmosphere, lovely renovation, good service, and the best cappuccino we have had, even in Europe.

The lemon meringue was delicious, hot chocolate was really bitter, It was beautiful inside, doesn't really look like anything on the outside. I thought it was a bank. I also got french fries and those were really good, they also had a selection of beautiful chocolates. Our waitress was really nice. We came at a weird time in between dinner and lunch, but I would be interested in coming back and trying their dinner because the menu looked really good! read more

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Don't wait for a special occasion to enjoy BANQUE. The architecture and ambiance will transport you to a European city. All the servers smile at you from the first greeting to the last. My husband and I had a starter of naan with hummus, kale chips and micro-greens. That could have been a delicious meal by itself. My husband had strip steak with enormous roasted potatoes and root vegetables. It was cooked to perfection but could have had more spice. I had salmon on a bed of mushroom/potatoes, leek which was also cooked to perfection but could have used a little more kick to it. Dessert? We shared delicious gelato and took home a box of homemade bonbons. (We selected from a wide variety of flavors). Although they are too pretty to eat, I guarantee we will be sampling them soon. It was not a cheap meal but the elegance, service, more than ample portions of delicious and beautifully presented food ( I will have Lu ch from my leftovers) and quiet background music, made for a perfect evening. Well worth it! MS in Montclair read more

We love Banque! We just love it. We love Dian, Tom and Arden. We love the chocolates, the thick tasty fries, the salmon burgers, etc. And we haven't even gotten to the decor. Gorgeous and European. I just feel good and rich when I'm there. Always a warm welcome. Just a great expereince all around! read more

Amazing, time and time again. My wife and I have dined at the Banque 8 or 10 times since they opened. Just can't beat it. Exquisite menu, fabulous presentations, incredible desserts and such warm and wonderful owners and staff. 5 stars doesn't do it justice. Banque is among the best dining experiences we've ever enjoyed, anywhere. For us, why go anywhere else in the region? read more

My wife and I went for dinner Saturday night and we had a Wonderful dining experience. The atmosphere makes it easy to be there. High Ceilings and Open space. The seats are not piled in on top of eachother and you don't feel rushed to finish quickly so they can turn the table. We had the salad, shared the scallop special and a burger/fries and it was the perfect meal. Don't miss the bread basket and olive oil tostart and the pastry desert to finish . I couldn't resist the Rasberry Sorbet which was exquiste. The portions were real and The staff was great. Looking forward to going back soon. read more

From start to finish, we loved our meal at Banque. After talking with one of the owners, we discovered they spent over 4 years renovating this former bank into a spectacular restaurant with great attention to detail and gorgeous finishes. Their pastries are all made on site. Our entrees were delicious, but the highlight was the flourless chocolate cake. What a show stopper! My husband and I split one, and couldn't even finish it because it was a very large portion. Also, my latte was delicious, and had a design that made it truly special. A+ I can't wait to go back and try something else. Also, the wait staff was expert and attentive. read more

Delicious spot for a pastry, coffee, hot chocolate, or a light lunch! we stopped in after a spa treatment for lunch and were blown away by the inviting staff and delicious food! I had the French onion soup and half sandwich combo which were both vegetarian. Perfect for a rainy day, both were flavorful and had a good portion. also indulged in pistachio croissant, lemon meringue croissant, and the strawberry shortcake croissant. All three were phenomenal. The owner was kind enough to treat us to a cookie which was very tasty! Will certainly be back and recommend to all! read more

Banque - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Hudson, New York

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This restaurant was a pleasant surprise. It is beautifully decorated. The staff was friendly and attentive. We had the ahi tuna which was wonderful. The pastries are amazing. read more

As soon as we walked in the door we were transported. High ceilings, beautiful marble counters filled with amazing creations. The smell of the baked goods was sublime, and the taste did not disappoint. Diane was a joy, she was so accommodating and generous. It's clear that care and thoughtfulness go into every single detail here. And most importantly: the best hot chocolate I have ever had in my life. A must try when in town! read more

Great selection of vegan and vegan adaptable menu items! Beautiful surroundings and great experience.

What an amazing interior renovation - spacious, airy, white, sunny. Truly lovely, and the service was lovely as well. The owner/hostess spent some time at our table chatting with us and brought us some absolutely delicious desserts! Every one of them was scrumptious. Banque is a beautiful addition to the Hudson restaurant scene and I wish them much luck. read more

The food and coffee have went downhill, and employees are treated badly. It's such a beautiful place that it's a shame, and I hope things change in the future. read more

Got to Banque after they had closed, but the owners reopened for our family to get gelato and cookies for desert. Couldn't have been kinder. We had lunch there the day before. Great food, beautiful place. Owners are very kind. read more

Amazing food and service. Was in Hudson for the week and this was my favorite. We went here almost every day and each meal was better than the last. 10/10 recommend read more

Banque in Hudson is worth the drive or train trip from NYC just to experience the fabulous cuisine and off the charts delectable pastries not to mention the amazingly smooth gelato. The owners have not spared any expense to ensure Banque's clientele experience the very best dining experience. Whether you pop in for a quick coffee and pastry or linger in the wonderful ambience of the salon for a sit down meal, Banque will be a destination you will come back again and again to. There is nothing like Banque in the US. read more

Today I visited Banque for lunch. The wait staff were friendly and efficient! The restaurant is stunning with a relaxed comfortable atmosphere. The food was outstanding!! We enjoyed vegetable soup, a grilled sandwich on homemade focaccia bread and vegetable ratatouille! We later discovered that Chef James Rafferty is onboard, so don't hesitate to go in, you won't be disappointed! We first enjoyed Chef Rafferty's food in NYC and are delighted he is in Hudson. We took home delicious chocolate croissants which were excellent! The owner Arden Fuchs makes chocolates that are as beautiful as they are delicious! Can't wait to go back to dinner! read more

We had a fantastic experience at Banque last night with another couple. Excellent and creative food with many options for both the carnivores and vegetarians in our group, unbelievable house-made chocolates for dessert, and at the end of the evening as the restaurant was closing, when Diane checkef in on us and we asked her about building out the bank space into a stunning restaurant venue, she took us on a personal tour of the amazing kitchen and chocolate making facility and the rest of the building. This is about as first class an operation as you can imagine. read more

Absolutely phenomenal dining experience at Banque! My friends and I were planning to have to have dinner at another restaurant in town that had a waitlist, so while we were waiting for our reservation we wandered into Banque because we'd heard about the delicious chocolates. Well, we were absolutely in awe when we walked in and ended up staying for dinner. The ambiance and design is so beautiful. The quality of food and incredible flavors of each dish we ordered has left me dreaming about the next time I'll be back. If you like fish, definitely try the salmon - perfection . The burger was also amazing. Everyone on staff was so kind and the owner's family came to talk with our table ensuring we had everything we needed - we ended up having a great conversation and loved learning about the history of the building. It felt like we stepped into a restaurant in another country - wherever you live in NY, Banque is worth the trip for a beautiful evening and dinner out. I haven't even mentioned the desserts but my gosh - the chocolates, ice creams, and sorbet are OUT OF THIS WORLD. The four of us that were dining all agreed it was the best vegan sorbet we've ever tasted. Everything is made in house fresh daily and you can really taste the quality. One million percent recommend read more

This place is elegantly decorated and the staff was friendly. The ahi tuna was perfect. Their pastries are fabulous.

We were treated to lunch earlier this afternoon at Banque. The interior is beautiful, airy and relaxing. That's the good part. The bad: 1. Our waiter spilled water on the table and was not happy to be asked to return & clean it up. He was pleasant enough afterwards, but in a restaurant that has spent a small fortune on the decor and is charging top dollar for food, one would think the waiter would immediately clean up any mess -by him/her or the customer- ASAP, without being asked and without attitude. 2. The food was disappointing. My husband and I both got the egg & gruyere sandwich, which cost $12. We expected more than a patty of scrambled eggs on a buttered roll that didn't appear to have any cheese (couldn't taste nor see any) and frankly, wasn't much better than the egg sandwich on a roll that I've eaten at Steward's for $3.99 rather than $12.00, plus tax & tip. The pastries were beautiful, but so expensive that we decided not to order any. So two stars for the beautiful surroundings & ambiance. The food didn't live up to what one would expect in a high end restaurant. read more