Top notch cocktails, food and ambience. Will definitely come back again. ... mandatory text, and…read morefiller to reach the word limit..

I love craft cocktails and dig everything about The Hereafter. Ambiance and service have been…read morememorably great and the drink menu is wonderfully creative. The mixologists are as good as any at top bars in the country and we're thrilled to have this as part of our local scene. Where does one go after Death & Co? The Hereafter, of course!

Long story short, I've been following the Maker Hotel on Instagram for quite a while and finally…read morevisited Valentine's weekend! I didn't stay at the hotel because it is pretty pricey, but I visited their Lounge after getting dinner in town. Didn't have a reservation so getting into the restaurant bar was impossible but they told us we could walk around the corner to their lounge. Upon entering the lounge, we were greeted immediately and told that there was no available seating due to full reservations yet half the bar and a few of the lounge tables were empty. The guy said he would take our names and that it could be up to an hour wait so we did that and stood there. After nearly 45 minutes and those empty bar seats + lounge yankee still not being filled, he offered us a half of a couch next to another couple. We would've sat next to them sooner if only he let us! Aside from that, service was fast and drinks were good. The menu included signature cocktails that paired with the Maker's signature fragrances. I tried the Rebel which was pretty good. We ordered some bites -- the beef tartare with onion rings and a side of fries. I love a beef tartare which is so rare to find as many places offer Tuna. It really hit the spot. Moral of the story: Make a reservation!

I wish I lived closer to this place, because I would make this my go to spot for enjoying an…read moreaperitif or a night cap! The main thing I loved about this place was the setting. Picture super high ceilings and a dark but cozy space. I also loved my drink (the Dream cocktail) which was a perfect drink for autumn. My friend got the Naked cocktail which I personally didn't like (I'm not a fan of gin), but wow was the presentation of the cocktail incredible. Our server was friendly as well and gave us some nice suggestions for the drinks. We also walked through the hotel to its main entrance so that was nice seeing the way it was decorated.

My partner and I have come here twice, and enjoyed ourselves both times. The music is great, the…read morestaff are welcoming, and the space is cute. The food menu is definitely limited, better for snacks than a meal. We got the esquites and it was ok, though a fairly small portion and the corn was either overcooked or canned. Either way, a shame at the height of local corn season. The cocktail menu seemed to highlight edgy and unconventional flavor pairings, which is generally my favorite kind of cocktail but both times the ones available were a bridge too far for my tastes. The wine list seems great, but each time I've asked questions the server or bartender has said they haven't tried it and had to go get the owner/manager. I've ordered local beer (none on tap, sadly, but some good local cans) and martinis, some of which are served in little swing top bottles on ice. When the bill came, I was shocked that our standard martinis cost $17 each, which was inexplicably more expensive than the fancy cocktails on the high proof menu (which all ranged from $14-16).

More folks need to review Padrona on Yelp because it's a super fun spot with great drinks and a…read moretruly unique food menu. I've been here twice and both times were enjoyable. The second time it was oddly empty, but I generally have few complaints. The cocktails are delicious and original, and the list of tinned fish is unusual and vast. Sure, the food menu might not be for everyone (the few other reviews mention that the food is strange and/or unapproachable), but if you put aside your reservations what's offered really is quite good. I hope Padrona picks up in the coming months/years, because it's got great energy and has lots of potential. Most recently, we came here around around 8:30 on a Thursday night. As I mentioned, it was pretty empty. A few parties inside, a few outside. Not sure if it was just a down night or if people haven't discovered yet, but no matter. The place certain has potential for great vibes: good music, beautiful decor, nice feng shui. We ended up sitting at the bar just to get a front row seat to the action, which is always fun. I would say Padrona is much more of a drinks destination than a food destination, but we wanted to get a sense of the full menu so we ordered both, Drinks-wise, we like just about everything we tried. I started with the Haus Martini (olive oil washed gin, cocchi americano, salers, pickled tomato), which was such a smooth and elegant martini variation. I then tried the Pretty Hot Thing (mezcal, ancho reyes, yellow bell pepper, serrano pepper, honey), which had all the right components of a good mezcal drink - spice, smokiness, and vegetals notes. I finished with the most nightcap-worthy drink on the menu, the Smoke Gets in Your Eye (scotch, amaro china china, porter syrup) which was smoky, rich, and just delicious. My partner tried the OG Slush (mezcal, thai chili infused aperol, smoked agave, lime, sumac) and the French Gold (cognac, ginger liqueur, oro blanco grapefruit, honey, preserved grapefruit), and he preferred the flavor profile of the French Gold. The food here is fun and unique. I wouldn't recommend making a dinner out of it as we did (more on that in a moment), but I don't regret our approach. We ended up getting the English Pea and Mint Hummus, the Charcuterie and Cheese Board, the Nuri Spiced Mackerel, and the Razor Clams. I would say our favorites were the hummus and clams, but everything was solid. What I did not expect was the sheer amount of bread/crostini we received for dipping. Nothing could have prepared us for that! We ended up taking the leftovers home but in retrospect perhaps we could have ordered one fewer thing.

Wow, what a treat to experience Willy's Rum Room on its opening night! Well, technically the space…read moreitself has been open for some time now, it's just moonlighting as Willy's now. By day, you know it as the Mercantile, the small coffee shop/bakery attached to Wm. Farmer and Sons. Though small in size and in what it offers, Willy's is a formidable venue. The cocktail program was created by the guy who created that of Wm. Farmer and Sons, which is probably the best of its kind in Hudson. As you'd guess, all drinks are rum-based (feel free to order from the adjacent bar if you're not feeling rum but in my opinion, only pop in here if you're looking for some funky rum cocktails). I'm not typically into rum, but I can be swayed if a drink is good enough. Such was the case here, and it didn't surprise me. Come here for a pre-dinner cocktail or a nightcap and learn a bit about a spirit you might've not thought much about prior to visiting. Welcome to the scene! Came here with my bf on a Friday night. We were getting dinner at Wm. Farmer and Sons but arrived a bit early for our reservation. Our gracious host recommend that we hang by the bar, OR, try out Willy's, just through the entryway. We apparently visited on its opening night, and I hope it enjoys a good life here. The hostess informed us that the cocktail menu there was different than that at Wm. Farmer and Sons--all rum-based--but if we weren't feeling rum, the bartender could still whip anything up from the restaurant's main menu. As I mentioned, the space itself is teeny tiny. Standing room only--more of a place to stop in as opposed to posting up and staying awhile. Just like its parent restaurant, the vibe in here is cozy and welcoming. Let's get to the important stuff: drinks. Everything at Willy's is rum-based. Even if you're not a rum lover, don't just assume you'll prefer the cocktail menu at Wm. Farmer and Sons better. I usually go for whiskey or gin, but I was thrilled with what I tried here. That said, if you come here and for some odd reason decide that you want to stay in this space but order from the other bar, you can indeed do that. I just don't suggest it, because what's the point? Between me and my bf, we tried the Mai Tai (Jamaican Rum, Bajan Rum, Rhum Agricole, Fresh lime juice, Curacao, Orgeat, Overproof Rum float) and the Fish House Punch (Jamaican Rum, Cognac, Peach Liquer, fresh lemon juice, soda water). Both fun tropical drinks, nice for the beginning of spring. Expertly crafted and impeccably balanced. I suppose I preferred the Fish House Punch slightly, but they were both fantastic. I thought the peach/cognac pairing was quite nice, rich but still refreshing. They also offer a Daiquiri and an Old Fashioned here, with your rum of choice. I'd probably recommend exploring that route if you want to explore different rums and understand a bit more about what each type brings to the table. I know lots about gin and whiskey and don't care to know too much more about rum (plus I don't like rum-based, spirit-forward drinks so the old fashioned would be a no-go) so it wasn't for me. That said, the bartender here is as knowledgable as they come and I somewhat regret not asking him about his selection to learn a bit more. They've got some fun stuff here that's worth looking into. Cheers!

A niche spot, great if you like the sweet/salty fried chicken taste. They also have a kale salad…read morethat's really good. The spot is nice, tons of little positive messages, cool outdoor patio, freestyle seating and games all around. Great for groups and it's cozy! Zack(h?) behind the counter is delightful, staff is professional and efficient.

Backbar was an experience! It's house in the back of antique shop, though to me it seemed like an…read moreold body shop the way it was set up. The vibe was very eclectic. There were communal tables and chairs lined up near the garage doors. Plus, more lounge seating with couches. The bar was small with about 6-8 stools for seating. Menu-wise, they offer a bunch of great small plate options. It's all Asian inspired foods - we ordered the crab Rangoons which is made from real crab. None of that imitation crab here! For drinks, we both started with the poison flower which was a vodka and hibiscus based drink. It was perfect for me and I ended up having 3! The Old Fashioned was excellent. I'd come back again but will wait until the summertime when they have their lot open with outdoor seating.

We dined at the maker hotel for our girls trip and we had a great time. We were in a group of six…read morepeople, and we made a reservation beforehand. The space is beautiful on the inside and outside. The menu is small but with plenty of options for appetizers and main entrées, we ended up splitting some appetizers a pasta dish and we each ordered a main dish, our favorites or the eggplant appetizer mushroom pasta, and peach appetizer. Overall, the staff were really friendly And I love the atmosphere. I would definitely dine in here again for special occasions. However, I would say that it's a bit expensive.

WOW. Talk about a beautiful atmosphere. We ate in the conservatory and it was an absolute dream…read more The staff were all extremely attentive. We ordered steak with squash, tiramisu, sorbet, and truffle fries. Everything was superb! It is worth noting they have an extended cocktail menu and there are offerings not listed on the main menu so be sure to ask the waiter before assuming what you see is all there is. There are so many layers to this place it truly is an experience dining here. We will be back!

This place is special with a lovely ambience. The service is delightful and the food is delicious…read more Be sure to make note of the art. There are some amazing paintings and photos..

We enjoyed this upscale spot. In a town with limited option, this is one of the better ones. The…read morehanger steak was great. Highly recommend order a few 1/2 orders of their pasta options to try more than one. Nice staff, clean and nice space.

Came here for brunch on a Saturday, and I was blown away by the food. I candidly did not expect…read morethis to be my favorite meal in Hudson, notably as we had many incredible meals. We had eaten breakfast about an hour prior, so I wasn't feeling hungry at all... but that quickly changed upon first bite of my meal. I ordered the Savory Porridge, which came with a soft boiled egg, oyster mushrooms, chili crisp sauce (resembles Chinese Lao Gan Ma), and was topped with crispy rice noodles. This. Was. Incredible. I can't stress enough how perfectly the flavors, textures, and ingredients came together. You'll understand what I mean upon first bite. I also had bites of the Grapefruit Brûlée and Biscuit. Both were such a delight. The biscuit was shockingly incredible... on par with high tea in London. The ambiance was festive (came the weekend after Christmas), cozy, and charming. Amazing experience all around.

Great service! Our servers were kind and warm plus the food was delicious. Perfect vibe for a…read morebirthday we will be back!

Nice pub atmosphere. Excellent burger and chicken Caesar salad. The staff were very attentive and…read morepleasant. I plan on returning. Good vibes.

We were looking for a late night bite after a bit of a disappointing dinner (I promise I'm not…read morealways negative) and stumbled upon this because their kitchen was open later and it was within walking distance. We walked in and there was a decent amount of people sitting at the bar and a few tables available. The place is juuuust the right size to be cozy but also spacious. Also for a classified 'dive bar' it was pretty clean as well. They had a good draft list (according to my boyfriend) and the service was very quick and friendly. Additionally, prices were very fair. Now to the best part, the chicken sandwich. Wow! Just wow! I ordered the Killah Bee and it was perfect. It was breaded to perfection and definitely not previously frozen! The chicken itself was a large piece, maybe 2? The sauce was sooo good. The fries were your basic fries but it didn't matter because the sandwich was the star of the show. Do yourself a favor and order a side of ranch. I think it's homemade and it's sooo good. (And I'm extremely qualified to judge ranch) Long story short, just go here and order the chicken sandwich. (With a side of ranch)

Fantastic fish and chips. Cool ass vibe. Staff makes you want to hangout all night. You can't go…read morewrong, if I lived here I'd be a regular

This is my go to restaurant. It reminds me of an English pub. There are no tablecloths and the food…read moreis great and not expensive. I call it a hip free zone. The owner Alana is a wonderful host and I dig her sense of humour.