Thanks to a friend for the referral to La Deliziosa in the Little Italy section of Poughkeepsie…read more Back in the day, this area was busy and now it's not. We did sit outside after 5 and it got busy as folks drove in and walked up after work. So, for us..I told hubby he didn't need to buy anything because he already had sweets in the hotel room. However once he had a look at the cases, he just had to buy something! His favorite is the lobster tail and cannoli and I had to get the black and white cookie. We sat outside and since I had to be on a call, hubby went in for a strawberry ice. No chocolate until the weekend . A couple of bites of the black and white cookie for me right away. It's not overly make my teeth rattle sweet and the crumb is very much like a cake. I ate the rest after dinner and it quickly had hardened. Hubby LOVED the lobster tail. 5 out of 5. Hubby took a taste of the cannoli and gave it a thumbs up. He enjoyed the water ice more than Ralph's because it wasn't as icy. Local businesses are so important to the local community and it seems that La Deliziosa is holding its own. Regardless let's keep them going!

Love love loveeeeeeee this place! Amazing little italian bakery with the old school blast from the…read morepast vibes. Their desserts do NOT disappoint. From mini desserts, cookies, cannolis, cakes, and fresh made italian ices, theres something for everyone. During their holidays, they make the cutest delectable themed treats too. I would highly recommend this place for any and all events and for no occasions at all. Its a small piece of heaven located in the little italy area of Poughkeepsie. A true gem!

Everything on the menu was wonderful, but the gentleman who seemed to be the manager or owner was…read moretruly exceptional in the way he treated the customers -- so kind and gracious. People like that are very rare these days, and seeing someone who genuinely loves what they do made me very happy!

Kelly's Bakery is one of those places where the line out the door actually feels like part of the…read morecharm--and trust me, it moves quickly thanks to their incredibly friendly and efficient staff!! Everyone behind the counter greets you with genuine warmth during the morning rush. The pastries are always fresh and worth the wait, but the real star of the show? Their wonderfully large cup of coffee. It's the kind that wakes you up, comforts you, and pairs perfectly with anything you grab from the bakery case. Whether you're stopping by before work or treating yourself on a slow weekend morning, Kelly's delivers every time. Great service, great coffee, and a neighborhood feel that makes you want to return again and again.

Got some desserts from here for my girlfriend for Valentine's Day and our minds were blown. The…read morechocolate mousse is the lightest chocolate mouse we've ever had, the pistachio chocolate cookies were amazing. There was also this raspberry bar that I forgot the name of but it was crispy on the outside and so soft on the inside, that one was definitely our favorite. Also it's so cute inside! All pink with what seemed like a hand-built cabana decoration around the register. Everyone was super friendly, and I'll definitely be back to share these amazing desserts with some friends and family. Sorry all the desserts pictured already have bites taken out! Couldn't resist!

We reached at this place at the closing time on Christmas Eve. They had already packed their 2-3…read morepieces desserts that were remaining. When we reached I asked them if they had anything left since the display looked empty. We bought one yuzu tart and one coffee/chocolate based tart. For the first time in my life non chocolate flavor was my first choice. It was soo delicious. I would definitely recommend this place and would surely go to try on the remaining desserts. People who worked there were nice too plus ambiance is very cute! Went there again the second time and trust me their desserts are exceptional. Great flavor, amazing desserts.

My absolute favorite cakes and cupcakes are sold here! Love the decorating on the cakes and the…read moretaste is even better. I have an addiction...and it's this bakery! Everyone behind the counter and on the phone is always super nice and helpful too.

This was our second visit to Pastry Garden. Located in a strip mall with plenty of parking, it's a…read moreconvenient stop while running errands or shopping in the area. Our first experience, a little over a year ago, was fantastic. The staff was friendly and helpful, the prices were reasonable, and the pastries were delicious. Unfortunately, this visit didn't live up to those memories. We stopped in shortly after opening to pick up some desserts for the three-hour drive home. Despite being one of the only customers there, we were not acknowledged for over five minutes and eventually had to ask if we could place an order. It wasn't the most welcoming start to our visit. We ordered two large cupcakes and two regular cupcakes and were surprised by the prices. The large cupcakes, which were only slightly bigger than the regular ones, were $6.00 each. The regular cupcakes were $3.25 each and were about the size of the mini cupcakes you might find at a grocery store bakery. We chose simple flavors--chocolate with chocolate frosting and vanilla with chocolate frosting--so there wasn't anything particularly unique or specialty-inspired to justify the higher cost. Unfortunately, the cupcakes themselves were disappointing. The cake was dry, and the frosting was very stiff, which made them less enjoyable than we had hoped. Given the price point, we expected a much fresher and more flavorful product. It's always disappointing when a place you once loved doesn't deliver the same experience on a return visit. While we have fond memories of our first stop at Pastry Garden, this visit left us underwhelmed, and sadly, it's not a place we'll be rushing back to.

I was on the hunt for dessert to enjoy later at home. The Pie Shop was the perfect fit. The inside…read morewas cute. The large windows let in natural light. There are a few tables to sit at. Meh. It's ok. The employee was nice, but they were not super engaging. The key lime pie made me think of the key lime pie from Red Lobster. It was cute and not too bad. It had a very quick tang to it. The cherry crumble also intrigued me, but I did not get it. I maybe having a little FOMO hehe.

Very disappointed. As we come most every Sunday. I get my braise beef, with vegetable, gravy &…read moremashed potatoes inside. Delicious. BUT this time my order completely disappointed. Mash potatoes outside and gave me the pork not beef. I hope the girl who took the order listens more carefully. And threw our receipt out.

Interesting, creative flavors. I really enjoyed the fruity pebble donut, which had a very pleasant…read moreblend of milky/fruity flavors without being overly sweet. However, for my taste this places donuts are slightly on the denser side and lack much flavor in terms of the actual dough (which mostly just tastes like oil rather than a fresh, "bready(?)" flavor). I did not enjoy my usual favorite item at other spots, the jelly donut. The strawberry jam was overly sweet and tasted low quality (mostly like preservatives with the strawberry flavor utterly cooked off). I wish the texture was pillowy and the flavor of the donut itself higher quality (since these donuts are marketed as specialty/gourmet). They shine based on what fancy flavor is put on top. Overall, I may prefer another spot when considering the price and quality.

Wow! Amazing! So good, and so cute!…read more The employee was great. She was so engaging and was helping me pick and choose since this was my first time inside. She was able to describe the selection they had. I opted for The Homer, chocolate sprinkle, glazed yeast, Boston cream and a cider donut. They were all fantastic. The Boston cream one was everyone's favorite. The cider donut was a great cake donut. The Homer was also a cake donut. I prefer a cake donut over yeast. But, the glaze was great. I love the selection between yeast and cake doughnuts! Kiddos! The flavors are really unique. I love the creativity. This really is a great shop!

Located near the Poughkeepsie train station this cute little shop offers some of the best cookies…read moreI've ever tasted - baked to order while you wait so you get them fresh out of the oven! They offer classic flavors like snickerdoodle and chocolate chip as well as more unique offerings like strawberry shortcake (my favorite!!) We were greeted immediately and walked through the process of choosing our cookies by a very friendly staff member, who was happy to point out some of their favorites. Specialty flavors do vary seasonally. There's a little bit of seating inside but they seem to have more takeaway business. Parking is available right in front of the shop - with a time limit.

Ordered a peanut butter chocolate chip cookie and a chocolate milk. Sign says wait 5-10 minutes for…read moreorder. At 20 minutes we approached the counter to ask about our order. They had completely forgotten about it. We asked for a refund for the cookie. Others also waiting a long time. Staff unfriendly.

This is a great coffee shop. They have freshly baked pastries, great coffee, and a fantastic lunch…read moremenu. This is the first time eating lunch there, and I was very impressed. We did the half sandwich and half salad, and we loved everything. The bread, and sandwich/salad ingredients are fresh, and everything is seasoned perfectly. This is a fantastic lunch spot. I would highly recommend it.

Service is pretty good but drip coffee is so weak. Bummer…read morebecause I love how cute it is here. Cheers, The Happy Hour Huntress