Came here for brunch in a large group and we sat outside in the backyard which was lovely. They…read moredon't have much in the way of vegan options but did offer the yogurt parfait with vegan yogurt (cocojune) with seasonal fruit and granola which was very good. They also had one vegan pastry on the menu.

Simple basic food set in a diner like place Roast Chicken…read moreand sides were just ok No ambiance Service was friendly You order at the counter it grab a praised salad from the cooler abd set at a table. No frills. Basic

We spent Memorial Day weekend afternoon at Port of Call in the Catskills and ended up staying for…read morehours because the atmosphere was just so pretty sitting right on the water. I also have to say -- I genuinely do not understand some of the comments saying the waitstaff were rude or uninviting. Every female waitress we encountered was beyond gorgeous, cheerful, smiling constantly, and so kind to both me and my older great aunt. We got so many sweet compliments throughout the day and everyone made us feel very welcome. Michelle behind the bar was especially lovely and pours a STRONG drink, which we appreciated Honestly, I'm surprised they weren't busier for Memorial Day weekend, although maybe the bigger crowd came earlier in the day. Food-wise, the appetizers and seafood specials were very satisfying and obviously fresh. We ordered the crab cakes, soft shell crab special, their clam special (half clam casino / half clam oreganata), and a Bloody Mary topped with what had to be 12 shrimp. The crab dishes especially were fantastic -- those crab cakes were PACKED with crab and tasted incredibly fresh. I do want to leave a couple honest criticisms though. I was not impressed with the mussels in white wine sauce, despite multiple waitresses recommending them. This is a dish I order frequently in NYC and Long Island, so maybe my standards are high, but the sauce was unusually sweet -- my great aunt noticed it immediately too. It almost tasted like a sweet white wine was used, which just doesn't work for this kind of dish. The wine either tasted low quality or maybe wasn't cooked off enough. One other thing that disappointed me: the drawn butter is definitely not real butter. It tasted like a vegetable oil-based substitute. For a seafood restaurant serving fresh crab and lobster, I really think real butter should be standard. That said, I would absolutely come back here for the vibes alone. Beautiful waterfront setting, friendly staff, strong drinks, and fresh seafood made for such a relaxing holiday afternoon.

Stopped her for lunch the other day. We were seated right away and the hostess was so sweet to my 2…read morekids. Set them up with kids menus and even had a bin of toys they can choose one from. Our waitress was quick to take our drink order and food order. I ordered the crab cake app with fried. My husband ordered the chicken parm grinder. I liked the crab cakes enough. Better than average I would say. Good price for the size of them. My husband was fine with his sandwich. Took a little time to get our check but it got a little busier around that time. Overall a nice experience.

The food was really good, I had the salmon. The server was kind, he was very attentive. They do…read moredon't have blended drinks. The atmosphere was very pleasant, and dim. It was perfect for a first date.

It is not budget friendly!!! I can't believe someone put "food on a budget" and it's ranked $$--…read more Please check out menus and prices before you go!!! $$$$

I'm out of superlatives for Hooked, but since it had been a while since we had been, I thought it…read morewise to update my review. This is a haute cuisine place that is masked by the casual dining atmosphere. Seriously: top notch chef, original recipes, a core dedication to quality seafood, paired with a fresh fish counter and some prepared food to go. We usually go for something special, but tonight I decided to get an old childhood standby, fried clams (the Boston Basket) and the fish burger sandwich. I did not expect either to be as transportive as they turned out to be. The fried clams were as delicately done as I've ever had: not crispy, but not too floppy, with excellent breading. And while I prefer my clams naked, we tried all three of the dipping sauces -- a remoulade, tartar sauce, and cocktail sauce. Now normally I loathe cocktail sauce and can take tartar sauce or leave it, so I figured we'd eat up the remoulade and ignore the other two. Still, I gave them little nibbles. Man! The cocktail sauce was like no other I've had, with a heavy hint of horseradish and a far fresher flavor than I've ever had. Then the tartar sauce -- genius! It had a delicate spicing, with capers providing a floral backdrop. That was only a preliminary, as the fish burger proved to be complex, with hints of multiple kinds of fish, and a fennel-based spicing. I ended up having that afterglow, as if I'd had a couple of cocktails and was sitting next to a fireplace, that is the hallmark of truly fine food at an advanced level. We also had the usual outstanding service, attentive without being pushy. I seriously think Hooked should consider splitting into two restaurants: one where the ambiance is upgraded to match the high caliber of the food, and another cheaper one that is strictly fast casual and takeout, and they'd more than double the business. There is a restaurant back where we come from in California, Turtle Bay, that did this with fine dining on one side and the quick, simple, and affordable food on the other side, with a big shared kitchen between them but with completely separate ambiances. That way I could come back more frequently, and still have the original Hooked for special occasions!

Well, the oysters were fantastic, and that's why I made the 35 mile trip. I hate city traffic!!!…read more I also had the calamari with peppers, also good. Not like rubber bands, tender. Now the downfall, the chicken sandwich. I did notice other plates coming to tables looking like the fryer temp. is too hot, or cook time was too long. Some fish fry that came out looked quite dark as did my chicken, as you can see! A slight burnt taste was evident. It had good flavor under that burn, and the chicken was close to not being juicy, almost dry. The place is clean, and if not for the location, I would sit at the bar and have the raw bar! Something very important to me that hit me the instant I stepped through the door, if you're looking for a great shot of A/C on a hot day, not here!!! Barely got comfortable from the almost 90 degree day on a bike, and then worked up a return of sweating as the place filled up.

Great spot which I stumbled on after the Christmas parade…read more Had: Stuffed mushroom Florentine (unreal!) Shrimp supreme linguini (huge portion, recommend) Bread with homemade butter

Arrived with another couple that recommended this rest . Only 5 other tables taken . The server did…read morenot come over for 35 minutes . We got water and no bread . The helper felt bad a said she would take our drink order . they didn't come for another half hour . Server finally came over took our order for apt. and meal . The app came 30 minutes later with our drinks . zThen the server said our entrees were ready but forgot our side salad did we want to take them home . seriously ? Finished our meal ordered two deserts to share she forgot one . We had asked for two separate checks at the beginning she said sure and brought us one check anyway . So 2.5 hours only one other table was being served by the time we left . Iur friends were embarrassed .Would never ever go back and food was just ok .

Grabbed Saturday brunch with another couple last weekend. Had heard good things about this place…read morebut never stopped even though we are only 8 miles away. Located in the Main Street/Partition Street corridor, there is a cool downtown vibe. Street parking and a Public Lot nearby make for easy access. I got the Egs Benny and it was served with amazing potatoes and a light and tasty salad. Eggs were cooked perfectly and seasoned well. Waitress was attentive and accommodating. I also ordered a Bloody Mary and a local craft beer because I could. The Bloody was decent, not mind blowing but still tasty. Oh and I ordered a dozen oysters while I was at it. They were of the small variety but tender, clean and amazing. Prices were reasonable to the area. Definitely will be back. No photos this time, sorry.

We were eager to check out Miss Lucy's as one of the more popular spots in Saugerties. Thankfully…read moreit wasn't too annoying to get a reservation and we found the spot to be busy and popular among locals and tourists alike. Walking in we were seated promptly though we immediately noticed that the interior was extremely dark. Not a big deal but worth flagging for older folks who might have a hard time reading. Our server was friendly and relatively attentive and walked us through the menu. We started off with some classics including their bread and butter (which was tasty and delicious) and ordered their P.E.I Mussels ($19) along with their Fried Brussels Sprouts ($15) to share. The portions were quite large for everything (great if you're in a larger party) but we immediately noticed that the mussels they served seemed a bit off. Many of them were not opened all the way (a sign that they might not be the freshest or recently passed) and had a bit of a fishy taste to them. We ended up not finishing them and flagged them to our waiter. The other items, including the 14oz Ribeye ($43) and baby back ribs ($28) were better, though a bit one-note. The bay back ribs in particular were extremely saucy and the corn bread was dry and a bit tough to eat. I had to use a knife to split it apart as it kept crumbling every time I used a fork. Regardless, it seems like a popular spot for a reason and perhaps we just went during more of an off-night. I'd still recommend checking it out but avoiding the mussels if you go.

If you're someone who loves dining by the water, Boathouse Grille in New Baltimore is definitely…read moreworth adding to your summer list! The large outdoor seating area overlooks the beautiful Hudson River, making it the perfect place to relax while watching boats cruise by, water skiers in action, or simply enjoying the peaceful waterfront views. There's also a spacious gazebo-style seating area that's perfect for taking pictures. If outdoor dining isn't your thing, there's plenty of comfortable indoor seating as well. The menu features classic American favorites, occasional prime rib specials, weekly specials, and a full bar. During my visit, we ordered the fish and chips with onion rings to share. The fish was light, flaky, and perfectly crispy, and the fries were delicious. The only thing I would change is that the onion rings seemed to have extra salt sprinkled on them. They were still good, but I'd prefer to season them myself. For dessert, we tried the lemon cake and the strawberry cake. Both were absolutely delicious! I personally can't eat strawberries, so be sure to check out my video for the live dessert tasting. This is definitely going into my regular summer rotation--especially on evenings when they have live music or a band playing. Great food, beautiful waterfront views, and a relaxing atmosphere...what more could you ask for?

A flawless experience! The food is incredible, the service is top-tier, and the setting is…read moreabsolutely beautiful. Impeccably clean!

Food was wonderful! For appetizers we had the, clam chowder (thick, creamy, nice amount of clam),…read moreraw oysters (fresh, tasty, although had to ask for Tabasco and malt vinegar), and crab cakes (minimally seasoned but nice balance of bread crumb mixture to crab). For mains my guests had the fried sampler platter, broiled and cajuned shrimp and scallops, and I had the prime rib added scallops at $3 each. My prime rib was tasty and substantial but the temperature was just warm, not hot, and therefore had to be sent back. Once corrected the meal was great. Scallops were small but they gave me double the amount at the same price because of the size. The sides were mashed potatoes and brussels sprouts which were seasoned well and tasted great. Sprouts were tender but not mushy. Potatoes were tasty with a good intentional lumpiness that I appreciated. Also tried the lavender lemonade mocktail which was delicious. Decided against adding the one pound of King Crab as the market price was $99 and I can get a bag of two pounds for $70. We didn't do dessert but will next time were in the area because the slices of chocolate cake we saw were HUGE and the varieties looked scrumptious. Service was pleasant although there was a long block of time after we received our food where we were looking for the waitress so we could pay. The busser ended up pitching in. Overall, great food and service with older, living room vibe decor. Would recommend!

Red's brunch buffet is Phenomenal! My husband and I had the pleasure of having Easter Brunch at…read moreRed's. We dined at the 12:30 sitting. Red's has been a restaurant for over 75 years! The dining rooms are spacious. And the tables' seating is comfortable. They are able to accommodate small and larger parties. The offerings at Easter Brunch are exceptional: Leg of lamb with mint jelly, baked ham with raisin sauce, scalloped potatoes, tossed, salad, coleslaw, roasted cauliflower, omelettes, bacon, sausage, waffles with berry compote and that is just some of the items--see the menu pic provided. Our server was gracious, she kept our glasses full, cleared our finished plates and checked in on us often. Red's is ALWAYS a pleasure to dine at!