Norma's Wappingers has a great vibe with plenty of tables and space, plus outdoor seating. It's…read morealso very baby-friendly -- they have toys and even a changing table in the restroom. They may also have live music sometimes. Prices are good, although the portions are on the smaller side. They have a lot of bread options, so it's a nice place if you're a smaller eater. The food was generally good: Iced Matcha Latte -- 2/5 Iced Coffee -- 4/5 Classic Turkey -- 4/5 Yogurt -- 4/5 The B.E.A.S.T. -- 5/5 The place looks clean at first, but looking closer, I noticed quite a few flies and some dust on the floor, which took away from the experience. Drinks were okay overall. Still, the food, atmosphere, space, and baby-friendly setup make it a good spot.

LOCATION: on the tiniest Main Street I know Adorable…read more"downtown " Wappingers Falls, NY in the beautiful Hudson Valley, just 12 minutes from Metro North's New Hamburg station on the Hudson River ( green) line from Grand Central Station, NYC. I mentioned this cute little town because it's just one of the little niches along the Hudson river that makes a perfect little day trip. FIRST IMPRESSIONS: really quaint storefront, and first impression.Enter through the cafe door which also functions as a retail shop for handmade objects like soaps, etc. The gifts have an upscale vibe-worth a trip back. We had about 15 minutes to kill before attending a Yelp event across The Street so we opted to take the chill off by purchasing a hot beverage at Norma's. The staff is pretty laid-back, friendly, but laid-back. If you're in a hurry, I'm not sure if this would work. The hot and cold beverages are very straightforward and you can get some vegan options here. There were two behind the counter, but I felt they were a little engaged in their personal banter and we're not that attentive. Not a real sense of urgency or purpose. I'm sorry if that sounds harsh but once they did give us their full attention, we let them know that we were waiting for an event across the street and didn't have a lot of time. They asked us if we'd like to sit down with our beverage and we opted to do so since it was pretty cold outside. We ordered two hot chocolate And two homemade biscuits. They gave us a table number stanchion for the table and let us know they would be bringing it to us. We did not need to wait. We took the three steps down to the main dining area, where we were pleasantly surprised that they were having a live event - in this case it was a storytelling event. There was a table available for the two of us so we sat down and quickly realized that the table was so off-balance that it post a potential safety hazard. When I placed my hot chocolate down and rested my wrist, the entire table tilted forward toward me. This is an easy thing to fix, but my guess is that it's been this way for a really long time. That's unfortunate. All that aside, the room was really cozy and had a lot of character - lots of two top and four top tables to provide a very intimate setting with each one having a good view of the small stage Minutes went by and there was no biscuit delivered. More minutes went by and we began to wonder if they had forgotten. I guess is that they weren't making the biscuits from scratch so most likely they did forget. Since we had already paid for everything with a pretty generous tip, we waited a a few more minutes. Time ran out when we noticed that the event attendees were lining up across the street. That's something we could see from the really great big windows that faced Main Street. Reluctantly, my sister and I got up from the table and headed to the counter where we had made the order. We let them know that we needed to go and asked if the biscuits were ready. They seemed perplexed at first and then a lightbulb moment. Yes. I suspect they did forget the order. I wouldn't bother so much but two biscuits and two hot chocolates. It was about $20 plus tip so when they recognized that the biscuits were still missing, they asked if we would like to take them to go. The lack of awareness was disappointing because they were clearly not busy with anything else A minute or two later, they emerged from the kitchen with a small bag, presumably containing the two biscuits. Service was definitely lacking, particularly for what is a bit of a higher priced venue. Maybe we caught them on an off night but my sense is that laid back attitude is built in to the business model. Would I return to Norma's? I'm not sure. The hot chocolate was good, not from a mix, but would it bring me back? I'll let you know.

When you walk in, you're not quite sure what to expect as the entrance is in a cafe, with the…read morerestaurant on the other side of a brick wall. The food was BRILLIANT (their Bang Bang Chicken is the BEST Chicken Sandwich EVER). The service was impeccable, personable and professional. You'd be crazy to not eat here!!!

Food/Drinks: Came with my family to get some breakfast, and I really enjoyed the hot chocolate. The…read moremugs were bigger then usual mugs and the portion of the drink was pretty big. I also got avocado toast with eggs, and the avocado was nice and fresh. I'm not the biggest fan of their home fries, but that's just personal preference. I overall did enjoy my meal, and I'd definitely come back when I come to visit again. Location: This location is modern, yet it has a really cool vintage aesthetic, especially when you walk in and see the bar area. It's very spacious and perfect for a breakfast day, spending time with the family, or even going on a solo brunch. Sitting at the bar would be ideal. If I'm not mistaken, this location did not have parking, and we did have to look for street parking. It was a tad tedious because it is a pretty busy street, Still, it is worth going to. We did end up finding parking within 15 minutes, and if you're OK with that, then that should not be an issue. This is a casual attire breakfast spot. Service: The service was great, and our server was very kind and was able to serve a group of six of us with no issues.

We stopped by Putnam Valley Market because we were told they had the best mozzarella balls, but…read moreunfortunately, since it was a Sunday, they were already sold out. That was the only thing we missed out on, because everything else was great! Conveniently located right on the corner, the market had an amazing variety of items. The pizza looked delicious, and they even had a unique pizza with eggs on it--I'm assuming it was a breakfast pizza--and it looked absolutely amazing! Since it was only 10 AM, we weren't quite ready for pizza yet. Our kids grabbed some snacks, we spotted some cute Coca-Cola bottles, and my husband was happy to find his cigar. Everyone was very friendly and attentive, and the tap-and-pay option made checkout super easy. The atmosphere was welcoming and relaxed, making it a great little stop. We'll definitely be back anytime we're in the area--hopefully next time we can finally get those famous mozzarella balls!

Over 8 years ago I gave a bad review. I can't change it or remove it unfortunately, I tried…read moreThis is my go to spot as I live local. Owners are 100 customer service oriented. I have personally witnessed their personal outreach to members of the community not just the Fire and EMS guys. Currently they have bagels and danish finished in house, Thummans products ,Hot lunch pizza soups etc. if you have something on your mind you want custom and it's in the case then open your mouth as they will make it for you. Although it appears as a locals only spot it definitely is not. All are welcome here.

A few times a month, I make it my mission to take an adventure to Cold Spring. I really enjoy…read morecoming to Cold Spring, especially walking around and checking out all the cute shops. There's always something new to discover. While I was there planning to visit the Italian Art Gallery nearby, I came across Cold Spring Coffee House and saw that it had great reviews, so I figured it would be the perfect place to start my day. Getting there: If you're coming from NYC, the Metro-North is super convenient. The coffee house is an easy walk from the Cold Spring train station, which makes it a great stop when spending the day exploring the town. Inside, the coffee house isn't overly decorated, but it has a nice, relaxed atmosphere. I wasn't a huge fan of how close together some of the tables were, but it was quiet enough to sit. They also have a few tables out front if you'd rather enjoy your coffee while taking in the charming street. But the real showstopper here is the pastry selection! With such a beautiful display of pastries, who needs extra decorations? There were so many tempting options that it was hard to choose, but I ultimately went with the Goat Cheese & Honey Danish and paired it with a medium coffee. Overall, I'm glad I added this stop to my Cold Spring adventure. I always enjoy spending time here, strolling through the town, popping into the different shops, and finding little spots like this along the way. It's a great place to grab a coffee and pastry before continuing to explore everything Cold Spring has to offer.

I love Coffeehouse! They're such a great resource to have in Cold spring. You can get anything from…read morepastries to coffee to tea to sodas. The service is kind and fast. The ambiance is cosy. The tables are cute and have a worn down feel to them that makes it homey. I really like this place

We picked up our cake and although the customer service was disappointing the cake itself was…read moredelicious and beautifully decorated!

They had a food truck in Sleepy Hollow for their October street fair and I got the apple cider…read morefloat with the donut on top! The donut was very crumbly and a bit hard to eat but having it around the straw helped especially at an event like this where you don't want to get your hands too dirty with finger foods. I felt that there could be more apple cider flavor because despite what you can see in the picture, there's a LOT of ice cream in there!! But overall loved the creative seasonal options!

This is the best cafe I've had the pleasure of being introduced to in a while…read more My goodness, where to begin. Heavenly Garden Cafe is a small cafe in a nondescript aging strip mall. They've done a good job at sprucing up the exterior of their shop so you do have a bit of a hint of the goodness that lies within. Once you enter, the shop itself is pure cuteness. They have electronic ordering near the door, QR codes on each table so you can easily order from there, or you can order directly at the counter. On my first visit, I got one of their smoothie bowls. I got it with a coconut base (instead of acai) and ordered the crispy berry smoothie bowl. It came with tons of beautifully fresh berries, pecans, and almond butter. It was divine. For my beverage, I got their coconut latte made with almond milk. It came beautifully presented with coconut shavings on top and a small cookie for dipping (are you serious?!? So lovely). I think I literally exclaimed, 'So lovely!' when they brought it to my table. Everything also tasted amazing. The coconut latte was made with beautifully rich and smooth espresso. It was completely dreamy. So much so, that I ordered the same coffee on two additional visits while I was in the area. On my second visit, I got their turkey panini which was one of the best turkey sandwiches I've had in a while. Perfectly toasted and filled with spinach, cheese, and grape tomatoes--I loved every bite. One my third visit, I got their breakfast toast made with veggie spread. It came with an ample pile of veggies and herbs and a scrambled egg on top--amazing! Both the turkey panini and the breakfast toast also came with a side salad. Additionally, one morning I ordered a fruit bowl, which was filled with fresh berries, banana, and kiwi. The service is kind and the prices are reasonable. Seriously, what a gem! Get to it!

Heavenly Garden Cafe was a great find! I had the spinach and feta croissant, which was buttery,…read moreflaky, and packed with a delicious spinach and feta filling. I also tried the Coco Cream Smoothie with pineapple, mango, and coconut. It was creamy, refreshing, and the perfect tropical treat. The only reason I'm giving three stars is because the table next to us sat uncleared the entire time we were there after the previous guests had left. As someone who worked in restaurants for years, I know things get busy, but a clean dining area makes a big difference. The food was good, and I'd definitely come back to try more of the menu.

I recently discovered Mad Batters/The Baker's Tale in Highland, and I'm a fan! These two bakeries…read moreoperate out of the same building - one is gluten-free and the other isn't. The pumpkin cheesecake from Baker's Tale with the rum whipped cream is out of this world good. I went back to buy up what they had in the case, because it's so delicious! I've also had their chocolate coconut scones that they supply to Mercat 1915, and those are also divine! Can't wait to try even more.

Bought a cinnamon roll and a canolli. The cinnamon roll was a generous size for the price, however,…read moreit was dry and stale. I could tell that it would have tasted good The canolli, although my emailed receipt claims jumbo, was rather average sized. The filling was okay, but the tube ended up being stale and crumbled just being looked at -- but that's not a shock, because when I left, I noticed the box of premade shells from Restaurant Depot in the kitchen window. They charged me $4.75 for stale, premade shells. Not a bakery. They also charge a fee for using a credit or debit card, which is unforgivable in this day and age. All in all, disappointing and not worth the trip.

Decent food - solid for sandwiches. But holy cow are they SLOW! They definitely need another person…read morecooking/taking orders. Waiting 10+ minutes for a BEC is crazy. Then I had to wait for someone to come man the cash register. All in all its a good spot for food - but not if you have somewhere to be.

The sandwiches and deli food are solid when you need a quick bite, and the convenience of being…read moreopen late definitely helps. The staff was decent some language barrier behind the counter on the Deli side but once you overcome that not so bad and the menu had plenty of options, but the experience felt a little inconsistent overall. Some items were really good while others felt rushed, and the wait time could've been better during busy hours. Not a bad spot by any means, just not quite at the level to be a regular go-to for me.