Out of NYC for a one day city escape in New Paltz, NY for joie de vivre, French for exuberant…read moreenjoyment of life, translated as "joy of living" or "zest for life." My day of a small party of three was certainty joie de vivre described an enthusiastic appreciation of everyday experience, including good food, friendship, conversation, art, leisure, beauty, and simple pleasures. The weather was mildly brisk cloudy with some sun emitted in NYS's Hudson Valley region. The grounds are beautiful scenic nature landscape and appears well maintained. I wish there was a willow tree which adds to the perfect setting of a picturesque landscape. I have a predilection for willow trees. Robibero Winery is open 7 days a week from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm and part of Shawangunk Wine Trail of NYS's Hudson Valley region. Other activities/ events available at select dates or seasons are grape stomping, bon fire pit, gazebo, and line dancing night. My party visited during their version of the Italian San Gennaro Festival with live entertainment. Food is available on the premise. Restroom facility is available on the premise. My party's primary visit was winery crawl. Robibero was our first stop. There is guided tasting featuring a selection of Robibero wines where it is $22.00 per person with a casino inspired coin labelled "RNY." Tastings are $22.00 per person and include a selection of four (4) wines. It is walk-in on a first-come, first-served basis with multiple tasting bars to minimize wait which was very crowded at the tasting bar. Wine bottles are available for purchase. Kevin, our server greeted with a pleasant, relaxed and calm disposition who was very informative, patient and attentive taking the time to serve and no scowl face emitted. I was indecisive for my selection, but Kevin served other parties while I made my selection. My selection is two wine and two red. He permitted me to take a lot of photos of the bottle with my glass as props, without question and without a scowl face which are posted to this review. Tasting menu are widely available at the tasting bar counter for review. Kevin explained the grape, dry or semi-dry, including suggested food pairings and respectfully refers female customers as "my lady." Oh! I was satisfied with my experience. I sincerely hope Kevin continues his employment indefinitely. Robibero also carries Mead, a sweet honey wine. I am utterly bewildered with the high extortionate tasting price of $22.00 which I remember pre-pandemic era where tasting price was either $6.00 or $10.00. Oh! Let it go, it is officially a relic of the past. I suffer from the effects of this financial trauma. Wine tastings industry standard price currently in 2026 era is averaged $18.00 to $25.00 per person for four (4) or seldom five (5) wines due to the high extortionate rising operational costs, expenses, NYS minimum wage for staff, and including explosive inflation factors to sustain a business in the current economic environment. Oh! Nevertheless, with acquiesce I would pay such high extortionate tasting price rather than wineries close their business. Traminette 2024 (white) Floral aroma of orange blossoms and white flowers. Lychee and Asian pear fruity notes. It is a good white wine. New Yorkie Rosé 2025 (white) This is a blend of 60% Merlot, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, whole cluster press. White peach with touch of acidity. 0% residual sugar. Dry wine. Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 (red) Blend of 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot. Light, fruity, notes of plum and red berries. Aged for two years in French oak. I like this red wine and actually taste the fruity plum and red berries. The Stray 2021 (red) 100% Estate Cabernet Franc aged for eighteen months in French oak. Dark fruit, low acidity and medium finish. The name originated from the narrative of a stray dog who the owner found and later adopted. I surely enjoyed this red wine. I prefer low acidity wines with either medium, long or superior finish. Joie de vivre achieved. Cabernet Franc 2025 (white) 100% Cabernet Franc aged for ten months inside concrete egg. Strong mineral characteristics with strong cranberry and plum notes. I thought it was rather strong content. Estate Vidal Blanc 2025 (white) Notes of citrus, limestone, medium acidity in crisp finish. It is a good white wine in citrus flavor.

Nestled I. The hills of NewPaltz NY lies a beautiful winery. Inside. The wine tasting rooms; a…read moreplace to purchase wines by the bottle or by the glass wines reds of all kinds Outside Matt the beautiful grounds with an incredible view There are tables on a patio where you can dut enjoy the wine and relax to a fire pit The winery has many holiday events. Most weekends include music !! The owners of thus wine paradise are from Ardsley,Ny and very friendly and knowledgeable Abd let me not forget there is a pizza oven outside where pizzas are made... To your . Choice A lovely drive to spend a few relaxing hours !!!

Cute wine bar - amazing charcuterie platters!! Nice selection of wines. Service was attentive.read more

Kind staff and great ambiance! I don't recommend coming in large groups, as reservations only come…read morewith 4 people. I was served a wine I didn't order because there may have been too much going on. However the prices are reasonable and the pinot noir was delicious, very complex and full-bodied compared to ones I've had in the past. The sommelier was also very accommodating. The live music was very charming, but was difficult to talk over. I did not have the best experience that night with a group of 8 people, but this is not the kind of space for that. I believe coming with a smaller group would make a huge difference and would be very enjoyable.

I'd rate Bacchus three and a half stars…read more Solid pub. About a dozen beers on draft with a mix of macros, crafts, and locals. Lots of bottled and canned options too. They were very accommodating as we came on a Friday night and were able to seat a large group. I tried the cheese curds, coconut shrimp, sweet potato tots, sweet chili Brussels sprouts, and a cheeseburger. Consistency was good across the board. They have gendered restrooms. The men's room had a private stall. Service did a good job of accommodating our large group.

This was my favorite restaurant so when in town we stopped in. I always talk about the decadent…read moresweet potato ravioli of years past, but I was disappointed by the sticky tables, mediocre service, lack of selection, and poorly executed food. My seltzer tasted funny so something is wrong with their taps. I ordered a simple Cobb salad and didn't get any bacon or egg as advertised on the menu. It's probably a fine place for college kids with the munchies, but I would not recommend it anymore to get an enjoyable sit down meal. Very disappointing.

Sleek, classy and a little bit bougie. Small but airy and some space outside. The waitstaff is…read morenice. Bathroom was really nice and clean. Didn't stay long but it was.

I tried Brunette with a couple of my girlfriends and it was a cute spot to pre-dinner. We went in…read moreon a cold night with snow still on the ground, and it had a really cool vibe, warm and dimly lit, our favorite. Our servers knew their stuff, gave some great wine recommendations. I usually don't white wine outside of summer, but I ended up getting two glasses of a fruity floral one. I was torn between the sparkling pink or the sparkling white, and I usually go for the pink. But they highly recommended the white, and it was *incredible*. A french sparkling white but not champagne, it was the Domaine de Facteur 'La Bulle de Facteur' 2023, the notes said "green apple, florals and honey, a hint of lychee, and plenty of minerality". My mouth waters just thinking of it. We also tried a little charcuterie meat and cheese board of sorts, but honestly, they weren't amazing. Pricey for what you get and nothing really notable. I feel like this spot is better pre or post meal. Drinks and vibe were 100, so I'll be back later for that wine.

Stopped by with best friend, Tomato Slice. My second time here (his as well, I believe). Similar…read moreto the last time, I had the homemade corned beef hash topped with two eggs, in a bowl. TS had the the breakfast sandwich (3 scrambled with ham and cheddar on sourdough). Unlike the previous time when I wrote that the CBH was "like a warm hug", this time it didn't knock my socks off. It was heavier on the mashed potatoes which were also somewhat dry. Good, not great, for me. In contrast, TS's sandwich was one of the best he ever had. Good service, decent prices, interesting options Overall, 4.5 stars.

There's something wonderfully comforting about a good neighborhood café, and Café Mío in Gardiner…read moredelivered exactly what we were looking for this morning. I went with the Homemade Corned Beef Hash, topped with two eggs and served with toast. Rich and savory, it paired especially well with a side of sautéed mushrooms, whose earthy flavor brought a nice balance to the richness of the hash. I also ordered a cup of their fresh broccoli cheddar soup because, well, why not have soup with breakfast? It was delicious and absolutely worth the detour. My breakfast companion went with the Mio Breakfast, two eggs, bacon, potatoes, salad greens and toast. Classic breakfast comfort food done right. We washed it all down with a refreshing iced caramel latte. The staff were super nice, and I was genuinely surprised by how quickly our food came out. It arrived in record time without making us feel rushed. We really enjoyed our meal. Relaxed atmosphere, friendly service and satisfying food. Café Mío definitely earned a return visit, and I'm already looking forward to coming back.

Delicious food, classy modern decor and atmosphere. Price points are on the higher end, but the…read morequality of the food is great.

I am a sucker for a good cocktail bar. The fact they offer bao buns was enough for us to stop in…read more The baos come in mushroom or duck, in a flight of 3. We ordered the duck. All you could taste was the hoisin. So sweet it buried the duck and the pickled vegetables. Why was it garnished with random lettuce? Who knows? The heavy-handed hoisin was bad, but the buns' lack of fluffiness was downright depressing. The cocktails were a blast. The one mocktail was a hit. The tiki-themed Portal, served in a poisoned-apple mug, was fun. The espresso martini was the highlight of the night. I could have used 40oz of it. Recommend the drinks. Skip the bao.

We came from out of town to catch some live music by Mike Hamel (di'Vine has live music on Fridays…read moreand Saturdays). Mike was great! But WOW! Di'Vine was awesome. Great food (the charcuterie plate was thoughtfully curated including homemade fig jam!) And the drink selection was perfect. Obviously they know their wines! But beer drinkers are equally cared for. The staff is warm and welcoming, and the overall vibe is one that if you choose to hang out for a while, you're well-cared for and absolutely welcomed.

Delicious pretzel with beer cheese. The cheese literally stretches for miles on end!! Absolutely…read moredelicious

This review is long overdue. Bar Bene is our favorite spot to come to when we are in Hudson. They…read morehave a beautiful backyard firepit and a great wine/charcuterie menu, which combined make the perfect relaxing evening. The owner and employees are all so friendly and warm. What a fabulous place!

We came here for drinks before dinner and sat outside and it was great! We got the happy hour rose…read morewhich was good and a glass of red wine which our friend loved! They also gave very hefty pours. The non alcohol drink was also very good. Service was great and the indoor vibe and decor also looked really nice. Great spot to come before a dinner resi.

On the Earth day @ the wineries trail, Whitecliff was our 4th stop. One thing this winery does…read moregreat that I love is the Red Trail Red, but, on this day, I had to have a glass of the Awosting White. Not super dry & just perfect. It rained all day on the trail, but the sun f8nally emerged while we were here, and if you didnt know, this place has an amazing view. Thankfully, I live close by!! The people serving us were great, it turned out to be a great stop for the 5 of us

Last stop for my party of three one day NYC escape in the Hudson Valley region of NYS for joie de…read morevivre, French for exuberant enjoyment of life. Whitecliff Vineyard is Gardiner, NY where it is 4 minutes (1.3 miles) from our last winery also located in Gardiner, NY and part of Shawangunk Wine Trail of NYS's Hudson Valley region. Whitecliff contains beautiful gargantuan grounds. Our party disliked the man and woman behind the counter who are both seemingly fend a hubristic negative energy. The pour was in a long shot glass served on a plate as it was a flight of wine accompany with wine tumbler. Our party was advised to take a table rather than tasting it at the bar counter. This is where I almost spilled my plate. It was a flight of wine similar to restaurant at dinner with a directional yellow arrow to start as per your choice in the tasting menu. I highly suggest to keep the tasting menu on hand when sipping each wine. The man or woman did not explain or give a informative lecture description when pour to serve. I was unable to take any photos of Whitecliff Vineyard wine bottles with my wine tumbler. The tasting menu obfuscate as it does not state the wine year or a brief description. The man and woman servers do not explain when pouring and the tasting menu is utterly vague which this does not justify as a proper wine tasting. I highly prefer wineries with a server who pour for libation and explain which is a conversation starter. It is the interaction for the exchange between customer and business for personalization service. It was a listing not a description are impersonal and stolid portraying the uncharacteristic "fend for yourself." Our party was not able to read the bottle description for more information. Patrons are to independently decipher and critique wine among your party to engage deep conversation as the interaction. There are tables with seating where patrons can dolce far niente, Italian for doing nothing for unhurried moments enjoyed without guilt or urgency to take pleasure in simply lingering. There is a large hardcover wine book which I flipped through descriptive of geographic regions, terms and sub-terms including grape of wine. The cash register is operated by Square which means sales receipts can only be obtained digitally either email or SMS text. There are no business cards are available, but a printed pamphlet is available for grabs as keepsake. My party did the Pick Four Wine Tasting, but I believe ALL wine tastings should be guided with a staff member explaining the type of finish, dry, medium bodied, fruits embedded, acidity, oak hint, any pungent odor emitted and including food pairings suggestions. There is the Guided Tasting for a pronounced $24.00 for six (6) wines. Pick Four Wine Tasting $19.00 Select four (4) wines for tasting which includes a brief description in 1.5 ounce pour each. Patrons use a erasable marker to indicate your choice. Riesling, off dry (white) Good aromatic, white grape variety originating from Germany's Rhine region. Good light to medium bodied. Gamay Noir (red) I remember this wine from a pre-pandemic visit at a NYC wine bar/restaurant where I ask my waitress for suggestion. I actually like this wine, joie de vivre achieved. Cabernet Franc (red) This was slightly stronger taste. It contains red fruits of raspberry, cherry, and strawberry, alongside savory notes of bell pepper. It is light-to-medium-bodied with high acidity. Rosé (sparkling wine) Sparkling white wine with a lot of carbon for bubbles emitted. I also enjoyed, joie de vivre achieved.

A lovely little place that has cute and lovely outdoor seating, perfect for a lovely glass of wine…read morewith a lovely salad, soup, cheese plate, flat bread, or sandwich. Lovely handmade jewelry, pottery, and clothing too! There is a monthly art show at the beginning of every month. Cynthia Diller is the current artist in residence. Her still life paintings are lovely and her brushwork is extraordinary. Maureen Rogers has a show next weekend. Her water color paintings of local landscapes are also so very lovely. They make you feel happy....and lovely! If you are visiting our lovely little village come by for a glass of wine at the lovely Knaus Wine Gallery for a lovely time!! Okay...I'm done!

I've been a long time customer of Knaus. It's a wonderful neighborhood wine bar. Generous pours,…read moreexcellent, friendly service & art surrounds you as you relax. Go here for a quick dinner of a very tasty sandwich, salad or flat bread. Sarah is simply amazing what she can do with such a small kitchen & prep area. I've met the most amazing people because Sarah being such a great small business owner. She brings people together& is a big supporter of local artists. Highly recommend.