Half Way House Tavern

Out of business wife of owner run everyone out . . ....................................read more

Been here a few times, there St. Patrick's Day corned beef and cabbage was absolutely wonderful!!read more

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Marco's Diner

Mid Way Cafe

4.3(59 reviews)

2.4 mi

Quaint roadside cafe with very personable staff. The menu is extensive and my wife and I had the…read morePrime Rib and Fish n chips dinner specials. Both came with soup, salad, potatoes, a fresh vegetable, dessert, coffee, and bread for just a bit more than $20 per entree! Everything we had was excellent! We found the Mid Way traveling from Albany to Newburgh and should we come this way again, we will go out of our way to stop at the Mid Way Cafe!

Traveling back from an event over the weekend we got off the thruway and stopped at the Mid Way…read moreCafe. It's located on a dark stretch of 9W between Ravena and Selkirk. Looking for a diner like venue, it's exactly what we found. Ordered my usual (Buffalo Chicken Wrap) which came with really good French fries, side of coleslaw and a pickle. Stood up to the expectation of a wrap from the diner. Wrap was fresh with a lot of chicken, lettuce and tomatoes. Fries were crispy outside lovely soft inside. I didn't care for the slaw, but might be my taste buds. Desserts are available but we did pass on them. Parking lot is spacious enough, staff were pretty nice for being so close to closing and food was good.

Tidy, well maintained dining room at the Midway Cafe

French toast, sausage, homefries

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Buffalo chicken wrap

Yanni's Too Restaurant

3.3(147 reviews)

0.7 mi

We came here for my husbands birthday dinner. I had not heard of it before but he wanted seafood…read moreand this had great reviews so we made the reservation. It is right on the river and reminded me of the many Jersey shore seafood houses on the bays and ocean. The service was excellent, sharing information about the meals, answering questions, and assisting with my dietary needs (GF and DF). My husband, brother and sister-in-law tried the calamari as that's what they're known for. They said it did not disappoint. It was crispy, tender, not greasy and not too heavily breaded. The different sauces you can get on the side are delicious as well and add a unique touch to a simple dish. Dinner was amazing. I had the broiled seafood trio that was absolutely delectable. Tender white fish, perfectly cooked scallops and shrimp. The focus was on the seafood and not trying to overdo the sauces. It was a simple lemon white wine sauce that was delicious and made me want to go back. My husband had a lobster roll which was enormous and he said it was one of the best he's had. The rest of the table had fish and chips and Baja tacos which were all delicious. The fish and chips were not overly breaded or greasy, the fries were perfectly cooked, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. The Baja tacos were refreshing with a lovely cilantro lime slaw. Of course the birthday boy had key lime pie for dessert because life is too short not to. He said it was light, creamy and perfectly tart. We can't wait to go back!

We found Yanni's Too when looking for a restaurant near Albany. And WOW, the clam bake, signature…read morecalamari, and onion rings were amazing! The clam bake was off their specials menu which they had a full list of. It's a primarily a seafood restaurant but there's definitely something for everyone. They had steak on the menu if fish and crustaceans are not your thing. All around great vibes, we had a table outdoors by the marina and the view was incredible.

New England clam chowder

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Boathouse Grille

3.4(90 reviews)

1.7 mi

If you're someone who loves dining by the water, Boathouse Grille in New Baltimore is definitely…read moreworth adding to your summer list! The large outdoor seating area overlooks the beautiful Hudson River, making it the perfect place to relax while watching boats cruise by, water skiers in action, or simply enjoying the peaceful waterfront views. There's also a spacious gazebo-style seating area that's perfect for taking pictures. If outdoor dining isn't your thing, there's plenty of comfortable indoor seating as well. The menu features classic American favorites, occasional prime rib specials, weekly specials, and a full bar. During my visit, we ordered the fish and chips with onion rings to share. The fish was light, flaky, and perfectly crispy, and the fries were delicious. The only thing I would change is that the onion rings seemed to have extra salt sprinkled on them. They were still good, but I'd prefer to season them myself. For dessert, we tried the lemon cake and the strawberry cake. Both were absolutely delicious! I personally can't eat strawberries, so be sure to check out my video for the live dessert tasting. This is definitely going into my regular summer rotation--especially on evenings when they have live music or a band playing. Great food, beautiful waterfront views, and a relaxing atmosphere...what more could you ask for?

A flawless experience! The food is incredible, the service is top-tier, and the setting is…read moreabsolutely beautiful. Impeccably clean!

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Governor's Tavern

4.6(172 reviews)

15.6 mi

"We don't have a cocktail menu, but we can make anything you'd like."…read more That was one of the first things our server told us, and honestly, it was refreshing. These days, it feels like every bar has a cocktail menu full of creatively named drinks that require reading a list of ingredients just to figure out what you're ordering. At Governor's Tavern, if you want a gin and tonic, you simply ask for a gin and tonic. The only decision you need to make is which gin you'd like. I'm not much of a cocktail person, but I appreciate that not every place feels the need to reinvent the wheel. The place was packed at lunchtime, but we got lucky and grabbed a pair of seats across from the bar. The server who I quoted was genuinely friendly and welcoming. I ordered a Guinness, but unfortunately the keg had just kicked. She recommended the Samuel Smith chocolate stout instead and even brought me a sample before I committed to taste since I never heard of it, which was a nice touch. For food, we ordered the State Grill burger and the Nashville Hot chicken sandwich. Both were excellent, and each came with Belgian-style hand-cut fries. If you're spending the day browsing the boutiques and antique shops along Warren Street and want a drink, a good meal, and a lively mix of locals and tourists, Governor's Tavern is worth a stop.

5/19/26: Stopped in for a quick lunch while in Hudson, NY. There's seating indoors and outdoors…read more Inside, the decor consists of old time murals from the 1800s. We sat at the bar. Shared an OG Chicken Sandwich $13. It was buttermilk fried chicken with tomato and lettuce on a roll. Sandwich was pretty tasty. Service was just average. Otherwise, I would've given it four stars. Only a few people appear to have ordered food here. Basically, the place appears to be a watering hole. Only app.metered parking in the area.

Bar area with the beers on tap above

Wedge Salad

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Valatie Bar & Grill

4.1(45 reviews)

7.6 mi

As this very challenging year (2020) approaches its end, Ruth and I just wanted to express our…read moreprofound gratitude for the hard working family and staff at VBG for staying open throughout. And for always striving to please and make us feel welcome. The food is way more creative and better quality than typical bar fare and the drinks are reasonably priced. A cozy, neighborhood pub and a haven from the relatively isolated world in 2020. Thank you!

Great wings awesome burger well worth a stop , service was great friendly staff , ambiance was…read moregreat as well ........

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Johana’s Kitchen

4.5(11 reviews)

17.7 mi

Devoured in seconds!! came in for a lunch, a little bit crowded but I got seated immediately. Went…read morein and sat down near the door facing the window. The place is really nice and clean with a music in the background. Their menu is not overwhelming and features different savory food! Went to try their taco and it was amazing! I got the steak and the al pastor it was gone in few seconds! They gave 2 dips one spicy and one regular one. Their Piña Colada is really great as well they used real fruits instead of just flavorings. Also got some take outs to have my husband try! Service was also good and staffs were attentive. Will definitely be back to try other food from their menu.

My friends were raving about this place so I said let me try it do i got the breakfast burrito plus…read morechips and salsa. It was really good however I really wish they would have spread out the Chorizo and egg. I ate mostly Chorizo and a little bit of egg. The guacamole was fresh and the salsa was on point. I do highly recommend this establishment.

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Stone Soup

4.9(15 reviews)

71.2 mi

Always a great time and always on the list when I'm in Herkimer! Food is always delicious and the…read moreservice is friendly and attentive! Love the outdoor space and the indoors is adorable too! Thanks for kicking up the social scene in the Mohawk Valley!

Stone Soup is an eclectic and unexpected surprise in the heart of Herkimer. It is a cute and warm,…read morewelcoming environment, with a creative menu from the dishes to the titles. The staff are friendly, service was fast, and most importantly, the food was delicious! Give it a try.

Margherita Flatbread

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Maple on the Lake

4.4(101 reviews)

17.8 mi

I've always had an amazing time whether sitting with a big group or out on the patio the ice races…read more There's something for everyone there in the winter time with the fire by the bar it's really nice and if you ever need a place to go that has a great scenery with friends or family. This is where to go. The food is delicious and they take care of their service team to assure that a clients are also taken care of on time. I've never had to wait for any food or drink drinks thank you for being such an amazing team.

Three stars at best... good service and fine location. Grilled salmon was healthiest item on the…read moremenu which was otherwise meat or fried heavy. Salmon seemed more backed than grilled and we told them to hold the maple sauce. The carrots were however boiled in something sweet and ended up unrecognizable. The baked potato had some small hard to digest parts inside and may have been baked earlier and reheated. They seem to push the salad bar but we avoided it since it was limited in variety. There are limited options in the area so we will probably see it again next year...

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The Albany Ale & Oyster

4.5(550 reviews)

12.5 mi

First night in Albany brought us to Albany Ale and Oyster…read more Great food and beer here! Whenever there is a Main Brewing Company beer on tap anywhere I am sure to get it. They are an elite beer company. The tuna tartar was delicious and fresh, I really enjoyed it. The oysters on the east coast are always amazing. My wife loved the clam chowder, I tasted it and it was very flavorful. The people with us got an amazing charcuterie board! It was very well put together. There is lots of conversation going on around us but not so loud you can't hear your own.

My partner treated me to lunch at Ale & Oyster. While I was excited to come, my expectations for…read morethe resto were not entirely met: -Our server ignored us for at least half an hour. We couldn't easily flag someone down to take our orders. -Our waters tasted like fish water :( -I ordered a house salad with added shrimp, but I only got 3 pieces of shrimp. It didn't feel like it was worth my money. Not sure if I would return again.

Bar and entry

Hot Pretzel

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Disco chips

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Kaliegh K.

7 years ago

Dude this place is awful. My boyfriend and I went there for dinner and had the worst experience. We left before we could order food as we had already been there for 15 minutes. The waitstaff is suuuuuuper slow. Our waitress didn't even know what was on tap when my boyfriend asked. We left as they were blasting an anti lgbtq+ song on the restaurant's speakers. It honestly seems like 90% of the people who go there are super intolerant. Honestly if you're liberal/progressive this isn't the environment for you read more

Kevin C.

3 years ago

Great food good beer I really like this place. Nice inside and even can go outside. If you are ever in the Ravena Selkirk area this is definitely a place you should give a try to! Lunch dinner and beers! What more could you ask for, am I right? Of course I'm right because I'm the man! Ha! Excellent. And now Yelp wants me to write a longer review, so I'll continue writing extra b.s. to lengthen my review a bit! Here we go! read more

Richard B.

7 years ago

I cant say enough about this place. I eat here every chance I get and they are absolutely amazing. I highly reccomend having a burger and a few beers if youve ever got the chance. You can not beat the ambiance of this small town joint. Extremely f*****ng decent if you ask me. read more

Regina S.

2 months ago

Excellent food and great service! Very homey place. I love the fish fries on Fridays and the steak and cheese sandwiches the most but everything I've tried has been good. read more

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