Consistently outstanding love the kale salad and pepperoni pizza, and specialty cocktails from scratch, a hidden gem

Came here on a Sunday midday having been told they have an awesome brunch but that was bad information; no brunch per se. Sat near the bar and unfortunately experienced an off-putting very strong odor of sour rags. I really wish restaurants would NOT wipe down tables with stinky rags.... the stench lingers and really affects the culinary experience. That said (and forgivable as a possible one-othe service was attentive and friendly and the food was very good. Had the house pickles (could have been spicier for us but were very good, with the veggies retaining a nice bite) and the truly fabulous wood roasted corn, which is a creative take on Mexican street corn, artful garnished with rosemary and a very tasty, nicely spicy aioli, afforded extra crunch by toasted bread crumbs and nice complexity from the generous portion of grated pecorino. Also a large dish for an appetizer--two whole cobs -- easily shared with up to five other people. read more

Honestly this was a HUGE and very very happy surprise. After spending a week in NYC, taken out for pizza by a local, we had no expectations except a quiet table and a good Caesar. Then WOWOWOW!!! We split the Margarita Pizza, Arancini, and Fried Potato appetizer. The pizza is excellent wood fired Italian style pizza (not NY style). The sauce is so fresh and balanced. The Arancini was absolute perfection. Crispy on the outside, creamy and cheesy (not too cheesy) on the inside, topped with another marinara sauce that was excellent too. Even the fried potatoes which were just cut fried potatoes were delicious. Crispy, not greasy in the least, and some magic sauce I will track down. The restaurant itself was small and unassuming but warm and it compliments the menu well. The service was top notch too. We will return often! read more

Great place in Poughkeepsie for pizza! Love their different classic pizzas and specials. I've also tried their salads which are good too

At the end of the walk over the Hudson is this little gem! We had the flatbread and roasted potato apps and a pizza - everything freshly made & delicious! The decor is quietly sophisticated- and the staff were very friendly. Definitely go - have one of their great cocktails & relax! read more

Such amazing food, and the desserts were incredible! Incredibly kind waitstaff as well. Will definitely be back there next time I'm in town!

Very impressed with my overall experience at Lolita's. Some of best pizza I've had, in a great (lowkey&intimate) restaurant setting with a view of the bar and pizza making, and deliciously unique cocktails. I usually love margherita pizzas (less is more), but the broccolini and garlic cream pizza was to die for. Excited to come back! read more

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I was pleasantly surprised by this place. Took my special needs son here for pepperoni pizza which he loved. Thin crust Artisanal style personal pizzas with fantastic tasting sauce cheese and pepperoni toppings. The real surprise for me was the kale salad which I loved! I highly recommend the spot for the food and the service was awesome, the people running the joint were very friendly and service was fast. This is a real find in Poughkeepsie. read more

Lolita's Pizza - Kale salad - Salad Near Me - Poughkeepsie, New York

As a local and big fan of Crave, was disappointed to hear it was closing. But it will easier to frequent Lolita's more often than I dined at Crave. Been three times now. Mostly great. Super cool new modern space with a fun colorful vibe. Pizza oven is straight from Italy. Pizza is flavorful with very simple yet delicious ingredients which is a true Italian pie. Dough is on point with a proper char on the crust, though it can be a bit more on the chewy side. Kale salad is huge and amazingly delish. Roasted olives are great. Good wine list and great cocktails. Service has always been nice, friendly and just the right pace. I tried ordering pasta once, but they wouldn't do a half portion, which I've never encountered before. My only issue is the price for the size of the pie is a bit steep. Compared to what you find in Italy it's insane - (had just returned a few days after they first opened and pies in the home country were €6, and they were larger and obviously better since it's the OG, so I was spoiled. My go-to place doing the same pie in the same type of oven, in a more expensive village, is still my fave. But, I'm happy this place is closer for me. Can't wait to enjoy the outdoor space in the warm weather. read more

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The thin crust pizza was good, but not great. Service was slow because of one lady server working, with the help of a guy bartender also working as a server. They were friendly and very efficient in taking orders. Like the view from our table by the window. Their interior was eclectic; the restroom had an interesting mural, that my husband can't identify the door for which gender. Dessert was very good, but pricy for its portion size. This is both a local and tourist favorite hang-out. read more

Thank you, Yelp for pointing us to this fantastic pizza place in town! Love that they make their own dough on-site and their oven fires up the pizzas super quick. We shared a kale salad - so good with all the cheeses and I got a margherita pizza. My husband is super picky and he said his white pizza was the best he's ever had. They know how to do Neopolitan perfectly! Awesome service and cute, cozy patio out back. read more

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Everything was incredible. The food was great. The atmosphere was great and the drinks were incredible.

First of all the service here is so friendly and attentive. We ordered the kale Caesar, the Brussel sprouts, the gnocchi , the sausage and pepper pizza and the sweet and spicy ricotta pizza. Everything was fantastic. We will definitely be going back read more

The bartender was very friendly. The pizza was delicious and the drinks were just strong enough.

Everything was delicious! I got the drink, arancini, and Cacio E Pepe; the first time I went. Pasta was cooked perfectly and seasoned to perfection (The sauce was not broken!) I got the calamari and kale salad for pick up. The calamari was extremely crispy and tender. I'm picky whenever I get wings and calamari. They have to be crispy otherwise it throws me off. They made them perfectly! So far best around. The salad is super tasty too! read more

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We had the kale salad, sweet potato arancini, and sausage and onion pizza. Incredible!! I also ordered cosmos and they were fantastic. Service was great too. read more

Our favorite pizza restaurant around here. At this point my gf and I have tried so many pizza joints in the Hudson Valley and specifically the Poughkeepsie area... and this is one of the few places we will go back to often. Hell if I could afford it (in the wallet & the waistline) I would go here everyday and order like 3 pies... Anyway, the ambiance is nice and quaint and the staff is always welcoming and friendly, especially the bartenders! Not a bad spot to stop and have a well-made cocktail while waiting for your food or stopping off from the nearby walkway. read more

Perfect spot to stop on a bike ride - easy to get to from the rail trail with excellent food (we split a kale salad and pepperoni pizza, both delicious), quick and friendly service, great music and clean restrooms! Nice hot cappuccino extended our stay during the rain, but we finally got up as a line was forming for tables at this popular spot! We will be back. read more

Love this place every time! I have yet to find gourmet pizza in the area that compares. The drink menu is great, too. Really can't go wrong with anything on the menu. The inside ambiance is so cozy and relaxing- staff is always great and very attentive. They really take their time to tend to everyone. My personal favorites: Sopresata Pizza. Brussels appetizer. American Mule to drink. Amazing!!! read more

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Food is very good. Service is outstanding. Nice selection of beers. Great spot for a stop before and after a walk on the Walkway.

My new ALL TIME favorite pizza place in Dutchess I had been hearing a lot of great things about Lolita's, and my experience with Lola's had always been great. True brick oven pizza is my absolute favorite type of pizza, and it is difficult to find restaurants that live up to the "brick oven" claim. Lolita's delivered and more! We had the margarita and the fig pizza special and both were incredible! Also had the kale salad which was also unreal. 100% will be going back. Great wine selection too! read more

Lolita's Pizza - Kale salad - AMAZING! - Salad Near Me - Poughkeepsie, New York

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All the food is delicious! The service is always good and it's a good neighborhood place. Probably our favorite restaurant.

The kale salad has a cult following. It's a local legend. Everything else is delicious too.

I live on the Jersey Shore. Years ago, there was this pizzeria called Una Pizza in Seaside Heigh which was owned by Anthony Mangiery. Probably the best pizzas in America from multiple magazines. Then he moved to NY city. So I drove 1h30 just to get his Pizza. Then he moved to San Francisco and no more good pizza around here. He came back to NJ not too long ago (after 10 years). Anyway. This has been the best pizza around for me for the past 20 years. Until this past week end, where I stayed in a Air BnB in High Falls. On my way back from Barns&Noble I Yelped for Pizza and found this place, in a hidden spot. I was not so sure, but the reviews were good, so why not. My kids and I picked up 2 pizzas (White and Margherita) and drove back to our Air B&B. I went to attend the fire, not really caring about the pizza thinking nothing could beat what I've known before. Until my kids kids yelled "DAD! Come here! Quick!" I ran into the kitchen, and both said "OMG This is the best pizza ever, you have to try it". If someone tells you that kids never lie, I can certainly agree on this one. The white pizza, with a couple of oil drops, just a touch of rosemary, and a pinch of salt, was a revelation. Even driving through Italy (Turin, Florence, Rome, Naples, Venice, Milan) I never tasted such a good Pizza. The thing that sucks is now I'll have to drive 2hrs from NJ in order to get one :/ read more

Easily one of the best spots for pizza I have ever come across, and I'm especially lucky that it's right near where I go to school. In non-COVID times, I have loved walking across the Walkway and then coming back to grab Lolita's for lunch/dinner. (Now I'll stick to ordering it for delivery!) When I first dined here, I'll admit that I was a little bit shocked at how small the menu is, but I realized that there really is something for everyone, even with the specials that cycle through. The waiters have been warm and inviting, and though the restaurant space might appear small, there is an incredibly cozy and astounding atmosphere formed. I love the shishito peppers (that I tried on a whim and I'm so thankful that I did) and the funnel cake. The chocolate pudding/banana ice cream is out of this world! It's truly something that you can't get anywhere else. And do NOT forget the mac 'n' cheese. It's incredible. Or the braised short ribs. I literally could go on and on, I've quite possibly tried over half/three-quarters of the menu. Needless to say, this is a hidden gem of Poughkeepsie and I can assure you that you will not be disappointed. Thank you Lolita's for everything and I wish you the best through this incredibly hard time. read more

Excellent thin crust pizza that hit the spot for gourmet but not whacko pizza. In other words, fairly traditional combinations but executed very well with quality ingredient and skill. I ordered carry out, but the atmosphere seemed fun and cozy. read more

Unassuming little Italian restaurant with the most delicious pizza. Fun cocktails, homemade pasta, great apps, cute ambiance as well. All around great spot! read more

My absolute favorite restaurant north of Rockland County. This place is thee beeeees kneees!!! You need to come here! If you haven't been here you have not lived! My favorite meals are the lumache and the bucatini. *insert italian hand here*. The cherry tomato pizza and the soppressata are from another world. An Italian world. No. An Italian heaven. Let me just pause and take a moment to give a shout out to our server Lily and chef Craig in the back. They seriously holdthisplacedown. Lily knows the very best pairings of wine with pasta. You must request her as a server. Also. Let me tell you, if the calzone is an option, you better get it. It is the biggest most delicious thing I've ever had. The crust is amazing, the meatballs inside are divine. The sauce is so fresh and sweet. Craig makes some pretty unbelievable food. He was nice enough to make me a personalized dessert because I was allergic to nuts in the dessert I really had my heart set on. He made me a peach sorbet that was made from fresh peaches, diplomats cream, crushed graham crackers, milk crumbs, and basil. Two words: wow. read more

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Cute little place in Poughkeepsie that we stopped at for dinner after visiting the walkway over the Hudson. Excellent food drinks and service! We loved the Lumache pasta and the New Yorker pizza, both tasted delicious and fresh. Very well made special watermelon margarita and just the nicest people that served us and the bartender had a smile throughout the evening. Enjoyed it thoroughly and will surely return. We ended the evening with some coffee served with such warmth :) Anyone in the Poughkeepsie area must definitely check this place out. read more

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Need I say more than a 5 star review?! This is the best Neapolitan pizza I've had in the Hudson Valley. We ordered the margarita, which was fresh, classic, had the right texture (crust was crispy). The second was the Broccolini, which was my favorite! The garlic cream on the pizza was so rich, along with the chili flakes and pecorino, and the lemon tinge gave it the perfect taste. Prices were reasonable, and the staff was wearing masks. read more

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I flew in from San Francisco and the only thing near my hotel was a TGIF and there was no way I was going to eat there. Drove a few miles away and found this haven. Go there ...pizzas great, wines great ...can't wait to go back read more

This is the best restaurant in Poughkeepsie. They do more than make some of the best pizza in the Hudson valley too.

The ONLY place to get real, NY, thin crust, wood fired, pizza. Definitely my favorite pizza. Nothing else compares. It's always consistent, always perfect. I wish I could give 6 stars. read more

I was skeptical seeing a restaurant with 5 solid stars, until I ate there. Everything, and I mean everything, from the bourbon cider cocktail to the dessert was outstanding. Pizza, pasta, incredible. The only place to go after the Hudson crossing walk. read more

Their pizza is extraordinary, and the kale salad is the best I've ever had. It is a really quaint and welcoming atmosphere.

Despite my previous review about my husband not being in love with the pizza, we go here all the time, and bought several pies for my son's birthday party a few months ago. So yes, this is our go to pizza spot. read more

If we could give this restaurant 10 stars, we would! Everyone who works there is fabulous. They treated our dog like a queen (outdoor seating) as well as us. The food was delicious. We had pasta and pizza and the chocolate pot de creek. Everything was amazing highly recommend! read more

Great food , great people,Very clean,the food is always good! I love this place! Really nice owners. They take pride in what they do.

First time there this past weekend. From the food to the service was really good. The pizza was really yummy. We had three different delicious Pizza pies. read more

We stumbled unto a GEM!! After walking across the Hudson River Bridge we needed to find refuge from the storm, thus we went into Lolita's. Fortunately for us it was lunch time so we ordered. We got the Chopped Salad and Wood Roasted Asparagus. Both dishes were fresh and mouth watering tasty. The Wood roasted asparagus is the creation of one of the two chefs. It's different from anything we've ever tasted. Delicious!!! For dessert(yes, we would walk it off going back across the bridge) we got the fruit with lemon curd and milk crumbles!! We could have eaten 3 of these. The taste of all mixed together was beyond amazing!! Another creation of the chef. We would walk back across the bridge just to get that dessert!! read more