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J Murphys on Main

4.0 (56 reviews)
ModerateAmerican
Closed • 11:30 am - 9:00 pm

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Alex M.

Stopped by this fantastic pub after a strenuous hike in the area and got some great refueling grub and beverages. Plenty of space both inside and out. We really loved the pretzel bites and would definitely get those again, the nachos however were abundant but the chips were a little stale and added chicken was dry. Still enjoyed them, but may try something else next time. Great draft and can/bottle list - also fairly priced too.

Mike C.

passed by this place for years and finally went. what a cute cozy old school pub. old tin ceiling with a lot of character. started with buffalo wings. crispy saucy big wings cooked perfectly. we both had burgers. came out fast fresh and steaming hot. mine was little over but still juicy. french fries so crispy and hot. have to say it was a great experience. everyone so nice and professional and prices are great. will definitely come back. they have live music too.

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Megan H.

After a long hike we hit J Murphy's for lunch, the food was fantastic. The wings and crispy brussel sprouts were excellent, and the smash burgers hit the spot. It was very busy, fall is definitely their peak season, but the staff was great. Our server Beth was so sweet! Overall a great chill place to grab a bite.

Gluten Free Smash Burger with Mashed Potatoes
Lynne C.

J Murphys on Main is in the town of Cold Spring, which is such a cute spot to walk around before or after a meal. The restaurant has plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, and the hostess that greeted us was very nice. We sat outside with our dog, which was nice since they are dog friendly. The food was okay overall, although nothing stood out. I appreciated that they have gluten-free options. The main downside was how long everything took, from ordering to getting our food to paying the bill. It was busy, so maybe service moves a bit faster inside or on weekdays, but it definitely took more time than expected.

Margie A.

The waiter was attentive and friendly. The food was decent but not amazing. It was nice to sit on the sidewalk under an awning and enjoy the weather.

Inside - A restaurant interior features a wall decorated with framed artwork and wooden signs that reference local areas such as Cold Spring, Hudson River, and Mount Beacon. The ceiling has ornate, embossed tin tiles, and there is a black track light fixture. A window with a red awning outside is visible, along with a person sitting at a table and another person near the door. The decor emphasizes regional themes and outdoor activities.
Dwayne A.

After my YELP Event,I found a few great reviews about this place and the short rib grilled cheese caught my eye and I had to try it,so off we go. When we arrived the outside was packed with patrons, I thought oh boy a long wait however the hostess stated that the people were waiting to be seated outside and said she could seat us right away inside... Great ambiance and this place must have it going on because there were so many in here I realized I found a gold mine. Our server Chrissy was great and later on gave me some history of this restaurant. It was originally a hospital during the civil war and later on a hotel. Very interesting. Back to the food that short rib grilled cheese with sautéed spinach on it was everything I had hoped for hearty and flavorful it's served with shoestring fries. DELICIOUS and my wife and daughter had a Bellini they said it was delicious, I had the mimosa which was also very good. I will definitely be making J Murphy's one of my go to place in Cold springs.

Baby back ribs
Samantha S.

The baby back ribs were exactly what I wanted after a day of hiking, and I devoured them expressly. My date's choice of ribeye steak left much to be desired, but we both liked the shoestring fries, and I gave him some of my ribs, and he agreed they were very good. We enjoyed sitting outside in the sunny weather, and the waiters were friendly and helpful.

Ron W.

Friendly bartender, good food and easy walkable location right on Main Street! Nice vegetarian and seafood options..... fantastic salmon, loved the veggie wings. Can't wait til our next visit

David H.

Food quality / price (value) rating 8.5. The atmosphere is common pub. We sat at their large bar (about 18 stools) and received very good service. I had a Chicken Bacon Ranch sandwich with garlic truffle fries. The wife had the Avocado Toast. The dishes were presented nicely and prepared well. Both meals were good sized portions and not your typical offerings. The truffle fries were very good. They offer ten draught beers and interesting cocktail specials. I had a Raspberry Mule that wasn't real flavorful, but was good I also had the only IPA draught they offer. They have live entertainment on weekends. The menu is pub food with some unusual twists., and they also serve brunch.

Burger and sweet potato fries
Sol G.

J Murphys looks like a pub and you may question if it will be a good experience or not... but ... It is. Everything we ordered tasted really good-- the burgers and the regular and sweet potato fries were fried with the perfect crunch. The tuna nicoise was cooked and presented beautifully. The service was great. Our server was attentive, prepared, and warm. The ambiance at J Murphys is relaxed and chill. This is a place I would visit again.

The image shows a close-up of a sandwich with a toasted bun, placed on a white plate with a knife. Behind it, there is a separate plate containing French fries, also on a dark table. The setting appears to be a casual dining environment, possibly a restaurant or diner.

I ordered the short rib -- the bread was perfectly toasted, crispy but not hard; the beef was tender and delicious; and the soft, warm spinach balanced the texture really well. Plus the cheese added such a great flavor. It turned out way better than I expected! The fries were a bit too hard though.

Lunch/brunch menu
Keri C.

Came to Cold Spring for the day for a walk and antique shopping. The husband and I decided to stop at J Murphys on Main after reading that they had gf options available. We came early-ish (11:30am) and it was relatively quiet. The waitress was attentive and sat us at a comfy table with lunch/brunch menus and informing us of the soup special for the day. The decor inside is cute and the space made for a perfect day date setting. My husband and I both ordered the local cider on draft (Down East). The cider was crisp and easy to go down, perfect to pair with a meal! I ordered an impossible burger with goat cheese on a gluten free bun. My husband ordered the short ribbed grilled cheese. My husband doesn't really enjoy going out to eat, but I quote, "I very rarely eat rib, it's like a better version of a steak sandwich. This is one of the better things I've eaten recently". I was surprised when he asked if we can come back and add J Murphys into a date night rotation. Needless to say, we will be coming back!

Daniel A.

The food here was amazing and well presented. The atmosphere was calm, chill and welcoming in an early afternoon on a holiday. The area was so clean. I didn't even think it was a bar. The lighting was a little dim, but typical for I would think. Parking was a beautiful problem. It's street parking. No parking lot and it's a strip of the main street which is super beautiful and nice to walk. Pricing wasn't that bad at all and drink menu was two or three pages.

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Great food & drink selection. Sports bar and table seating. Best garlic parm fries ever!

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Nice spot. AHI tuna salad is done well. Nachos are good. Happy , nice service and great outdoor shady seating.

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Crappy food, rude servers, dirty, tiny TVs, no game day specials. Bartender is good and only place in town with live music.

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This is my favorite place in the Hudson area. I have been a few times and everything I have ever tried was delicious. Highly recommend!

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One star removed for management, sadly. They understaffed on a super busy brunch and the poor…read moreservers were sweating. The staff here is SO friendly and hardworking. Our server Cassie was an absolute star! She was essentially the server, bartender, host, and runner! We had the espresso martinis and they were to die for! We had to have another round. Very creamy and delicious. I had the brunch omelette and it was great, but I had a bite of my friends biscuits and gravy and will definitely be getting that next time! So good!! Overall the vibe of this place was awesome. Really cute and clean interior. Nice view of the street!

J Murphys on Main - tradamerican - Updated May 2026

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