(Not so) Hidden gem! We had a great dinner at Rock Da Casbah on a Saturday evening - we called…read moreahead for a reservation just in case and they were happy we did. Seating is limited. There was fun live music and a very chill atmosphere- staff were incredibly friendly and laid back. Only negative was there did not appear to be A/C on and there was a smoky haze from the kitchen, but propping open the door helped a bit. The menu was surprisingly expensive end unique including homemade pasta - huge props to the vegan and GF options - our friend who has celiac was able to eat and had many choices! Everything was fantastic, though we missed having a sauce (ranch or sour cream) for our disco fries. The coolest menu was the cocktail and mocktail menu - so many drink options, tons on tap and apparently drinks to go?! This is definitely a place to try for a fun cocktail!

Highly recommend!! We came here for drinks and dinner and it was such a great spot! The live music…read morewas great, the decor was so fun, and the service was so welcoming and friendly. They have such a great menu and many drinks available. We got the potstickers to share and they were really unique and very yummy. The burger was also fantastic and gone in minutes!! And the pastas were delicious as well. The Charlie Brown IPA was also great but they have an extensive list of drinks. There are vegan and gluten free options as well. Id highly recommend coming with a group or even solo and enjoying the place!

Spent the weekend visiting the Hudson River-eastern Catskills area and decided to visit Woodstock…read more There's no shortage of restaurants to choose from, but after driving past Pearl Moon the vibes were what we were looking for, for an early lunch. We were seated right away and had the option to choose from their brunch or lunch menu. There's something for just about everyone, including vegan options. I opted for a Spicy Luna cocktail, my partner selecting a draft beer. The cocktail was excellent with the perfect kick of spice. We opted to have Lenny B's Smoke Trout Salad, the French Onion soup and split the Smoked Duck Quesadilla. The food came out in a timely manner, made with fresh ingredients, and was very tasty. Between the food, the service and the ambiance, if we lived locally, we'd definitely come back.

2nd time back. Food was great and atmosphere was warm and inviting. Love love their bathroom…read moresetup! Our waitress was patient and provided us many great recommendations. Regret not asking for her name so i can provided it here. Very nice Asian young lady. (Thanks for being a dog friendly place)

This restaurant exceeded my expectations, the food, the vibe, the staff--all great…read more We started with the homemade pierogis and Thai style mussels--both incredible. We also asked for a side of bread, worth the $2 and I ripped chunks to dip & soak up the rich mussel broth. Mmm!!!! Before ordering I wasn't sure what I was going to eat so I couldn't pick between a red or white wine. Orange is usually my go-to if it's on a menu and that night they had one option--slightly tangy and tart while still very smooth... My husband's calf's liver was cooked perfectly medium rare, a nice thick cut too and it came with a tall creamy dollop of whipped potatoes. My jumbo scallops were tender and surrounded by what seemed like rings of flavor...the center was creamy local corn, then leek & bacon ragout, and lastly a perimeter of basil pesto. I loved the little pile of sautéed chanterelle mushrooms on the side as well--They paired well dipped into the calf's liver demi glace reduction. Dessert was a bitter chocolate pot de crème that I finished off with the last bit of my 2nd glass of wine. Perfect. If I'm in the area again I will definitely be back!

We came to the red onion for Valentine's Day dinner since we were staying in Hunter for the…read moreweekend. Definitely an elevated dining experience with amazing local organic ingredients. We started with the gambas with garlic oil I could literally put on everything, the home made pierogis that were outrageous m, and the scallops that were like butter. I was so happy with the chicken breast in the porcini- tarragon cream sauce and my boyfriend loved the steak. It was cooked perfectly medium rare. Our waiter was very nice and attentive. The restaurant is super cozy in a farmhouse setting. We really enjoyed our experience and will definitely be back!

Delicious. Food was great. Drinks were good- but weak. But good and service was amazing!read more

A solid dining experience with nice service and a good menu of items, with views of the water…read more While I wasn't blown away by the food, we enjoyed it (spinach and shrimp risotto special was tasty but could have been cooked a touch longer; steak, mashed potatoes and green beans had a good sauce but steak was a bit chewy; clams and linguini were as advertised and good; calamari was good and not too bready but was a bit pricey for the portion size). They also have a selection of other seafood, sandwiches, soups and salads. Entrees were around $25 per dish. Sandwiches and wraps under $20. No restaurant parking but municipal lot is close and side street parking available for those who look around. Service was attentive and friendly. I imagine the views are nice if you sit outside but in the cooler months it was only ok. Views of the "Severance" Bridge available too. Pretty close to some other shops on the waterfront.

We had quite the eventful day of biking and bopping around in heavy rain, so when we found this…read morerestaurant near our Airbnb we were more than thrilled. Of course we cleaned up and walked over and were even more thrilled when we arrived to a completely empty dining room with the exception of our wonderful waiter and attentive host. It felt like the perfect, cozy intimate space to the end of an otherwise rainy, somewhat crazy but fun day. We shared a bottle of red on recommendation and had cocktails. The waiter was warm and knowledgeable. The food was delicious and beautifully presented. The ambiance is cozy and has an elevated feel. Service was exceptional and it was the perfect, memorable evening. Ended dinner with what I recall was a complimentary chocolate truffle. 10/10!

People are kvetching about Butterfield's service and prices. And guess what? They're right. Service…read morewas indeed spotty on the Saturday night we came here and prices- well....they veer into sharp-intake-of-breath territory, but the cocktail and wine list are good in value. We'd just wrapped up seeing a property in the area- so coming here for dinner, fell just in line with timing before heading down home. Butterfield is Hasbrouck House's on-site farm-to-table restaurant located a bit north from New Paltz. While we didn't stay at the hotel, folks can certainly dine here. Don't even think that you'll be seated in an ultra-cheap bar area because their bar is put together elegantly with brushed, brassy-gold touches, navy, grey+cream patterned wallpaper and a comfortable tufted leather(?) sofa against the windows.Those are pretty much the overall touches with lots of tone and a lot of warmth. Music was a great mix of 60s-70s R&B. Yeah.... here. Hubs and I were digging it. Naturally, Butterfield's menu will change regularly according with what's in season and available. Between our 'Small Plates' of mixed Beet salad+ yogurt ($18) and hubs' crispy wonton Tuna Crudo+ yuzu tacos ($22)- they were very tasty and pricy for the small size. Mr. Mixologist packed our cocktails extremely well with an incredible TKO. Our main plates were very good- but again, small for the dollar amount. No one needs to gorge on food- but I wished my palm-size $44 Halibut was a bit bigger. To their defense, it had a tasty rub and done PERFECTLY moist though. Hubs' $54 "dry aged strip loin" was a total of 3 pieces. And my take-out Truffle Risotto had uncooked rice. Again, it's small and expensive at $38 for a main plate Hubs and I eat well and usually, money is no object- if it's within reason. I totally get that fine dining typically means splurging a little for high-quality items or that Butterfield is using 'complex cooking techniques' or that you'll get an original dining experience in these neck of the woods for those who want uniqueness. But there are a ton of restaurants that use the same skill set, quality organic ingredients, root veggies, etc- and they're way more reasonably priced than this location.

While visiting the area, we were looking for an upscale, creative spot for a celebration and…read moreGoodnight exceeded every expectation. From the moment we arrived, the team made us feel so welcome, ushering us to an awesome table on their inviting patio so we could dine with our dog. The service only got better from there. Our server, Grace, was phenomenal. We were debating between small and large plates and asked for her advice on portions. Usually, servers just push you to order more, leading to a table full of wasted food. Grace did the exact opposite--she guided us perfectly and honestly advised against adding another side dish. She was 100% right on the mark. Thank you. Absolutely every single dish was a "wow"--piping hot, beautifully presented, and packed with flavor: ----Tteok Bokki ($18): I had seen this on many Korean menus and this was my first time trying Korean rice cakes, and I'm so glad I did. A wonderfully spicy, cheesy, chewy combo with melted raclette. --Crispy Wild Shrimp & Shishito ($24): Another spicy, delectable hit with a great sweet-and-savory balance. --Moo Shu Mushroom & Vegetables ($30): Delicious and fresh--the perfect mild counterpoint to the heavier, spicy dishes. --Crispy Panko Chicken Katsu ($32): We're still talking about how incredible this was. Definitely on the higher end price-wise, but given the stellar food, ambiance, and great service, well worth it. If we lived locally, Goodnight would be on our regular rotation.

We went to Good Night for dinner on a Tuesday recently and it was a great experience…read more The vibe of this place is great. It really felt like a cool, upscale dining. We were pleasantly surprised to see how many people were there that night, which helped contribute to the atmosphere. The staff was incredibly nice and attentive. We started with the Tteok Bokki and Crispy Wild Shrimp with Shishito peppers. We also got the Bibimbap and the Vietnamese steak frites. The flavors throughout this meal were well developed and delicious. The Tteok Bokki was so special and cheesy and delicious. Almost like a chewy rice noodle Asian Mac and cheese vibe. The wild shrimp dish was great. The components were all great, what was super surprising was how amazing the shishito peppers were. It was the best bite of that dish, which is saying a lot. The mains were equally as good. The flavors were all there. The steak was tender and delicious. The bibimbap was so good. We happily took home our leftovers. Overall, it was a great experience. It was a good price, given how well everything was executed, and I would happily come back either just for cocktails and apps or for the full meal.

This is our third morning here for breakfast and every morning it's been sensational…read more It opens a little bit late for Forrest. It opens at nine. We usually are up and around much earlier. Yesterday, my sweetheart had a goat cheese omelette, and she loved it. It was perfectly cooked the first morning. We were here. We had the granola bowl and that was amazing too. Today my sweetheart had the shrimp and grits, I had eggs, sausage and sour dough toast. All excellent. I highly recommend this delightful spot and you will enjoy!

Awesome breakfast and lunch spot right on Tinker Street. Kind of in the middle and right by the…read morepublic parking lot. They are only open for breakfast and lunch though they don't open super early. Make sure to check the times. There's a hallway you walk down to get into the restaurant. It's a nice space though not huge. There was also a patio area outside but down the block a little bit. When I went it was somewhat busy but there wasn't a wait to get a table though. Not sure if they were a little short handed but service was a little slow but besides that very good. Breakfast was good and I'll definitely be back to try lunch.

VEGAN DINNER and a good dinner for all…read more Party of 6, we came for dinner after a busy Saturday at the Sheep and Wool Festival. We had a reservation and were seated with no wait. It's a very comfortable space and not noisy, so we were able to talk. As a vegan, I rarely get a coherent meal at a restaurant. So this was a pleasant surprise. Two of our six ordered and enjoyed the vegan Autumn Bowl of lentils with root vegetables. We enjoyed the crispy artichokes. Well executed. The sauce was spicy and enjoyed. Our party enjoyed Willow Salmon, with fennel orange salad: delish!; Pan Seared Trout was enjoyed; The duck breast was enjoyed. We got a bottle of red wine and some cocktails. All good . I had a strawberry margarita . We all had a good meal and a good time. Considering that the restaurant was not full, we felt the service was Slow. All of the staff were very nice. Bathroom was clean. Parking lot under the facility is large and adequate. Especially nice in rain and cold. A note about the Autumn Bowl: It's priced at $34 (all inexpensive components: lentils, carrots, squash), while the Mirbeau Burger (8 Oz CAB expensive Beef with bun, cheese, onions, portobello mushrooms, bordelaise, field greens, and fries) is priced at only $28! Also, the vegan Gelato is $3 more expensive than the regular Gelato. Why? The pricing doesn't make sense, and I think it should be re-evaluated. I'm grateful & appreciative for the vegan options. It's not easy to find a coherent vegan meal in Rhinebeck and this is one of the best, in a very comfortable space. Helpful?

Had Christmas dinner for third year and it continues to be an outstanding dining experience…read more Service and ambience is not surprising. The quality of the food is amazing on a holiday with high volume. Our party of six was happy from foie gras and oyster appetizers to scallop, duck breast and steak entrees. The masterful pastry chef outdid herself with miniature Christmas trees filled with chocolate cake and mousse covered with green whipped cream "leaves". Christmas "wreath" similarly delicious and beautiful. Special cocktails were also praised by group.