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Michael's Diner

3.7 (98 reviews)
Open • 7:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Moderate noise
Casual
Good for groups
Good for kids

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Mercedes C.

Michael's Diner isn't really the second coming of Jesus- but when a lot of restaurant kitchens close at about 9:30-10pm on a Saturday in Woodstock for crying out loud and only serve drinks and beer, this was doable for an almost 11pm desperate nosh. And the fact these folks close at 3am, this was a straight up winner. Nestled among strip mall after strip mall paradise in Kingston, NY, Michael's has all your Greek Diner basics with two, down-to-earth/as pleasant as they can get servers who are running a tight ship. The space is large. Has all these multi-color Christmasy lights and green ones towards the back. This to me said Tarantino's 'From Dusk Til Dawn'- without the gore and topples dancing. But let me bend your ears a little though- I get it- no one wants to see a hair on their food. But like someone wrote, "stick to diner basics". Just don't get fancy and shit with your requests. Hubs thoroughly enjoyed his waffle topped with fresh strawberries+blueberries and none of that red glob mess you see elsewhere. My buttered toast+egg sandwich was simple but satisfying. Hash browns are baconless here and I was digging it. All they needed was salt to make them pop with the already subtle seasoning they had. My girl Olivia delivered great service and was a hoot. And she was honest when she told me my Vanilla Egg Cream order was the second she's done that Saturday. She did good...with some coaching. And the music? A hot mix of R&B and some recent pop. The first 2 reviews here are indeed correct about my girl working here. She LITERALLY takes the time to tell you, "I'll be with you soon"- and trust that. She's a talker- but won't chew your ear off. So forget everything you know and hate about Michael's. The game just changed. Olivia our server- deserves an Oscar, Emmy and any worthy award out there.

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Tammy K. F.

The best spot for home cooked meals!! From the soup to the salad, it was the perfect compliment to the meal. I can't wait to go back. It was that good!!

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8 years ago

Their regular diner food is decent, but we love the Greek specialties--especially the moussaka. The owner is a sweetheart.

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Excellent food and service. Love going there for lunch with my mom and visiting Susie and Verna. Always a good time with lots of laughs

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Awesome place ...Large portions and the waitress are.great .... Burgers are juicy..my favorite is.their.seafood are always fresh ...

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Michaels Diner has great food n service . By far the best chicken franchise I have ever eaten .. Fresh seafood n fish .. Love Michaels Diner

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Dietz Stadium Diner - Dietz chicken sandwich (bacon, lettuce, tomato, onion, mushroom, cheddar cheese)

Dietz Stadium Diner

4.0(178 reviews)
2.5 mi
•$$

As others have mentioned, walking into this place is like walking into a museum exhibit from the…read more1970s. The decor, from the booths to the lampshades, seem like they haven't changed in decades and are in excellent condition. The tables have tops that have obviously been replaced at some point, as they aren't the expected laminate, but otherwise it's like going back in time. We were looking for a traditional breakfast place open on a weekday (rather than a bagel shop or a place that only sells breakfast sandwiches), and this fit the bill. Service was efficient and attentive. They have a large array of menu items, but we both chose to get the breakfast burrito, without the meat. There was a bit too much potato inside for our taste, but others may prefer it that way. The side of salsa that came with it was delicious and made up for any lack of seasoning when we removed the salty meat. We would return when looking for a traditional diner with a large variety of choices.

The last couple of times I was disappointed and yesterday was the worst!!…read moreWas NOT happy with them at all! I had the manager come over and an old lady came and I told her my pork was hard as a rock and I was showing her with the fork and she had the nerve to say "Well we have to cook it" And basically walked away! They should of 110% took it off the bill!! The one night I ordered open hot turkey sandwich and the gravy was boiling (literally) I had a burn on my finger for two weeks! It's definitely gone down hill-sad because I've been going there for many-many years!! Andy u should talk to your managers!! Not cool! First time they didn't hand us the bill- the brought it up to the register smh -

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Dietz Stadium Diner - Souvlaki combo platter (gyro & chicken souvlaki with fries, Greek salad, and toasted pita bread)

Souvlaki combo platter (gyro & chicken souvlaki with fries, Greek salad, and toasted pita bread)

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Restaurant Kinsley

3.9(106 reviews)
2.4 mi
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Since hubs was in the area he had noticed Restaurant Kingsley and coordinated with me so we could…read moregrab early dinner nearby after I got out of school. This whole time, I really thought this place was inside a cozy hotel about 2 blocks over. Guess you learn something new every day. We pulled up on a Thurs. around 4 with no res. and got seated real quick. Restaurant K. is airy, chic and gives a relaxed vibe. The menu is on the smaller side, but honestly, there's something for every eating style. We kept things light instead of diving into something heavy. Our spring greens salad was really good: hefty mound of mixed greens, lima beans, string beans and a hint of dill to make everything pop. Hubs had the double-stacked burger with white cheddar on a potato bun and loved it. I had high hopes for the hush puppies because they sounded amazing on paper- but they were doughy than corny and threw me off. Then came dessert. Again- sounded great on paper. It kinda feels like desserts get a "reinvented" treatment here(?). For instance, the strawberry shortcake was deconstructed: a few chunks of white cake, some diced strawberries and whipped cream. Totally unexpected. I ordered the 'Fun-Fetti Dunkaroos' with madeleines because they caught my eye, but they're smaller than standard. The food isn't bad at all. We were just caught off guard by how some of our selections were prepped. What really saved the evening were the cocktails. They were beautifully made and had a lot of strength. No watered-down nonsense here! Plus, our server Karina(?) was super sweet. I asked if I could try the passion fruit purée to see if it was the real deal for one of the cocktails I ordered and she brought me a little sample. Passed the test!

Terrible dining experience from start to finish. We waited nearly 20 minutes before anyone checked…read moreon us, found a lipstick stain on a water glass, and discovered a hair baked into our cornbread. Our food took almost an hour to arrive, and most dishes were cold. They also got one order wrong, and the replacement didn't arrive until we were nearly finished eating. To make matters worse, the staff seemed largely indifferent to our concerns and only removed the cornbread from the bill. Very disappointing experience. Would not recommend.

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The Hoffman House

The Hoffman House

4.1(167 reviews)
2.4 mi
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We visited once and can't wait to go back. The food was delicious, service was wonderful and the…read morerestored old building was charming.

We wanted to break up our return trip from Lake George to the Island so we picked a great stop for…read morean afternoon park and restaurant experience. Our trusty Yelp app led us to this historic building and restaurant. I'm really glad we came to see some truly great architecture and learn some cool history of life before these United States. Even though the British tried to burn it down during the Revolutionary War, the family restored it to previous glory and it remained in their possession for over 200 more years! Now let's talk about the restaurant experience.... We were seated immediately and given a choice of indoor or covered outdoor seating. Laura came to get a drink order and offered some kids specials. She also put in our daughter's order right away so that she would be occupied and well fed. A chicken quesadilla with fries won her over and filled her up nicely. A bowl of New England clam chowder to start for me followed by a delicious Mushroom Omelette special. So fresh and tasty. The Mad Ukrainian ( formally MR or Mad Russian until the war broke out) had a delicious Reuben Sandwich with fries and a Garden Salad. After the salad and a half sandwich, she decided to save some room for dessert at another place nearby. Pair that up with a couple of local Beers and some soft drinks and coffee and we had an enjoyable lunch. Pricing is excellent compared to home prices and we ate with leftovers, drank, and got a historical glimpse back in time for less than $70. Home run in my book!

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The Hoffman House - Original wood everywhere/ flooring ceilings, doors

Original wood everywhere/ flooring ceilings, doors

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Rough Draft Bar & Books - No books were harmed.
    -W.Shakespeare 
 "The need for mystery is greater than the need for an answer"
    -Ken Kesey

Rough Draft Bar & Books

4.6(191 reviews)
2.4 mi
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My wife has found her new absolute favorite bookstore! I think it is an incredibly thought out and…read moreperfectly executed bookstore meets bar meets cafe. We were about an hour away where this is typically around 5 hours away so knew we needed to check it out being so close. Snagged street parking easily and even just the vibes of the outside started off our experience so nicely. Located at what is dubbed Four Corners that is I believe the only remaining intersection in the US that has pre-revolutionary stone houses on all 4 corners. Such an amazing sight to see the old architecture. Rough Draft has utilized the space so perfectly. Worth visiting even if you are looking to just browse. I highly recommend trying a coffee or tea drink to start your day though and a baked good. If those aren't your cup of tea grab a beer or wine then. My wife got an Iced Mocha and loved it. I went with one of their current specials, "I Know What You Did Last S'more". It was so good but was unique compared to a typical s'more coffee drink since it had espresso and smoked black tea. I also had a chocolate croissant while my wife had a maple palmier and we enjoyed both. We snagged some window seats and it was the perfect way to enjoy the drinks and baked goods. My wife loved browsing the books and thought it had so many unique books she hadn't seen at other bookstores. Which it really is more than just a bookstore with the cafe and bar vibes! Highly recommend everyone check it out, if you can. We look forward to coming back!

I have so many good things to say, where do I even start?!…read more First of all, this book and bar spot is absolutely beautiful. It's located on such a charming street, and stepping inside felt like walking into an elevated Barnes & Noble straight out of a Harry Potter movie. There are endless shelves of books across every genre, cozy seating throughout, and the perfect atmosphere to spend hours browsing or reading. The coffee was just as wonderful as the space. I wasn't sure what to order, so the barista recommended a drink and was incredibly accommodating with my many requests. I can't have too much milk or syrup, so I basically gave them a complicated custom order, and they made it exactly to my liking without hesitation. I also ended up buying one of the chocolate bars they had at the counter and turns out it was $20!!!! As a tourist, I had no idea it was a well known local chocolate brand with a factory nearby, so that was a fun surprise. This is the kind of place that makes you want to slow down. I'd love to come back, grab a coffee, spend the entire afternoon reading, and just soak in the comforting smell of books and fresh coffee. Such a cozy, magical spot that's well worth visiting!

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Rough Draft Bar & Books - Clever display

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Rough Draft Bar & Books - The bar

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