A few times a month, I make it my mission to take an adventure to Cold Spring. I really enjoy…read morecoming to Cold Spring, especially walking around and checking out all the cute shops. There's always something new to discover. While I was there planning to visit the Italian Art Gallery nearby, I came across Cold Spring Coffee House and saw that it had great reviews, so I figured it would be the perfect place to start my day. Getting there: If you're coming from NYC, the Metro-North is super convenient. The coffee house is an easy walk from the Cold Spring train station, which makes it a great stop when spending the day exploring the town. Inside, the coffee house isn't overly decorated, but it has a nice, relaxed atmosphere. I wasn't a huge fan of how close together some of the tables were, but it was quiet enough to sit. They also have a few tables out front if you'd rather enjoy your coffee while taking in the charming street. But the real showstopper here is the pastry selection! With such a beautiful display of pastries, who needs extra decorations? There were so many tempting options that it was hard to choose, but I ultimately went with the Goat Cheese & Honey Danish and paired it with a medium coffee. Overall, I'm glad I added this stop to my Cold Spring adventure. I always enjoy spending time here, strolling through the town, popping into the different shops, and finding little spots like this along the way. It's a great place to grab a coffee and pastry before continuing to explore everything Cold Spring has to offer.

I love Coffeehouse! They're such a great resource to have in Cold spring. You can get anything from…read morepastries to coffee to tea to sodas. The service is kind and fast. The ambiance is cosy. The tables are cute and have a worn down feel to them that makes it homey. I really like this place

Yes Yes Yes Yes…read more This place is in fact not overhyped. As an avid matcha enthusiast, I have to say, I'm shocked yet so satisfied. I'm usually disappointed by more matcha or coffee shops than usual however State Thomas has proved me wrong. First off this place is so simple, chic and aesthetic. I love the long tables that allow for bigger groups and just a collaborative family like setting. On both sides of the windows, there's also seating available too which is appreciated. The cute notepad wall filled with positive affirmations and sayings are such a sweet touch especially during the holiday season. The fact that you are able to choose your sweetness is one of the most simplest yet thoughtful things shops that sell matcha can do. It''s really customer centric which I appreciate. I ordered the matcha thomas with oat milk and 100% sweetness. The drink had the perfect color, has notes of coconut and vanilla and although it was 100% sweetness it was still subtle. There has to be some type of coconut cream or milk given the flavor and texture and its sooo yummy and refreshing. If you are in the Beacon area and like matcha, please don't hesistate to try this place out!

Lovely, tranquil place. We got a strawberry matcha with…read moreboba, 50% sweetness. All sweetness is agave which is pretty cool. I loved it-- tasty, you could taste the matcha AND the strawberry which in my experience is rare with strawberry matchas. Sweet and efficient customer service.

A great little cafe at the end (or start?) of Main St with lots and lots of seating and perfect…read morecoffee. My friend that lives in the area brews Bank Square in her French press every morning and it was so incredibly delicious that later while walking around town, I knew I needed to get another cup for myself. The baristas were quick and friendly and dressed up as superheroes (it was Halloween). I got a couple of oat milk lattes to bring back to the group as well as a pound of their "No Sleep till Beacon" grounds and it was a hit all around. I was grabbing and going, but lots of folks had grabbed a seat and kicked back with laptops, books, friends, whatever. Great spot with very good coffee.

Kinda meh - came here 3 years ago and it was good - this weekend - not so much - utter chaos behind…read morethe counter - orders being picked up by the wrong people, orders being missed as they lack a 'normal' ordering process - here's a tip - ask for the customers NAME when you take their order and write that also on the coffee cup and then call them out when you've made the drink... IKR amazing innovation?!! Add to this a very meh selection of baked goods and.. .well.. won't be coming back here again.

When I really want a grilled cheese that's dairy free (since I have an allergy to dairy and eggs),…read morethis is my favorite place. The fact that they have platano maduros plus other great menu items is the icing on the cake. Service is always good. Love the drink options. Ambiance is always good too--we usually eat there.

This was my first time really diving in for some authentic Dominican Republic food…read more I went with Tres Golpes, referred to as the three hits breakfast, this is also the national breakfast of the Dominican people. Dominican-style salami, fried cheese, and fried eggs served alongside mangú. Mangú, is boiled, mashed plantains and originated in West Africa. I was loving all the culture I was learning by simply dining here but what about the food right? Huge fan of the fried cheese, fried salami was okay, eggs basic but good, and the mangú I was a fan however it does not pack a ton of flavor in my opinion I also bought one Tequeno, which is a fried spear of wheat dough stuffed with semi-hard queso blanco. This is a popular snack in Venezuela. I was not a fan of this however as it was very tasteless. In my opinion it needed a dipping sauce of some sort. I was glad I tried the array of Dominican food however my girlfriend and I both agreed it wasn't our fav. Give it a try however as you may love it, and as you should be aware variety is the spice of life! As always people SYOY!!!

Norma's Wappingers has a great vibe with plenty of tables and space, plus outdoor seating. It's…read morealso very baby-friendly -- they have toys and even a changing table in the restroom. They may also have live music sometimes. Prices are good, although the portions are on the smaller side. They have a lot of bread options, so it's a nice place if you're a smaller eater. The food was generally good: Iced Matcha Latte -- 2/5 Iced Coffee -- 4/5 Classic Turkey -- 4/5 Yogurt -- 4/5 The B.E.A.S.T. -- 5/5 The place looks clean at first, but looking closer, I noticed quite a few flies and some dust on the floor, which took away from the experience. Drinks were okay overall. Still, the food, atmosphere, space, and baby-friendly setup make it a good spot.

LOCATION: on the tiniest Main Street I know Adorable…read more"downtown " Wappingers Falls, NY in the beautiful Hudson Valley, just 12 minutes from Metro North's New Hamburg station on the Hudson River ( green) line from Grand Central Station, NYC. I mentioned this cute little town because it's just one of the little niches along the Hudson river that makes a perfect little day trip. FIRST IMPRESSIONS: really quaint storefront, and first impression.Enter through the cafe door which also functions as a retail shop for handmade objects like soaps, etc. The gifts have an upscale vibe-worth a trip back. We had about 15 minutes to kill before attending a Yelp event across The Street so we opted to take the chill off by purchasing a hot beverage at Norma's. The staff is pretty laid-back, friendly, but laid-back. If you're in a hurry, I'm not sure if this would work. The hot and cold beverages are very straightforward and you can get some vegan options here. There were two behind the counter, but I felt they were a little engaged in their personal banter and we're not that attentive. Not a real sense of urgency or purpose. I'm sorry if that sounds harsh but once they did give us their full attention, we let them know that we were waiting for an event across the street and didn't have a lot of time. They asked us if we'd like to sit down with our beverage and we opted to do so since it was pretty cold outside. We ordered two hot chocolate And two homemade biscuits. They gave us a table number stanchion for the table and let us know they would be bringing it to us. We did not need to wait. We took the three steps down to the main dining area, where we were pleasantly surprised that they were having a live event - in this case it was a storytelling event. There was a table available for the two of us so we sat down and quickly realized that the table was so off-balance that it post a potential safety hazard. When I placed my hot chocolate down and rested my wrist, the entire table tilted forward toward me. This is an easy thing to fix, but my guess is that it's been this way for a really long time. That's unfortunate. All that aside, the room was really cozy and had a lot of character - lots of two top and four top tables to provide a very intimate setting with each one having a good view of the small stage Minutes went by and there was no biscuit delivered. More minutes went by and we began to wonder if they had forgotten. I guess is that they weren't making the biscuits from scratch so most likely they did forget. Since we had already paid for everything with a pretty generous tip, we waited a a few more minutes. Time ran out when we noticed that the event attendees were lining up across the street. That's something we could see from the really great big windows that faced Main Street. Reluctantly, my sister and I got up from the table and headed to the counter where we had made the order. We let them know that we needed to go and asked if the biscuits were ready. They seemed perplexed at first and then a lightbulb moment. Yes. I suspect they did forget the order. I wouldn't bother so much but two biscuits and two hot chocolates. It was about $20 plus tip so when they recognized that the biscuits were still missing, they asked if we would like to take them to go. The lack of awareness was disappointing because they were clearly not busy with anything else A minute or two later, they emerged from the kitchen with a small bag, presumably containing the two biscuits. Service was definitely lacking, particularly for what is a bit of a higher priced venue. Maybe we caught them on an off night but my sense is that laid back attitude is built in to the business model. Would I return to Norma's? I'm not sure. The hot chocolate was good, not from a mix, but would it bring me back? I'll let you know.

What the f is this guy doing as a stall in a food hall? Stellar! After a weekend trying all the…read morecoffee around town I was honestly underwhelmed. Most coffee in Beacon is at best flavorless at worst too dark and bitter. Big Mouth is maybe the exception, but even then lacked precision in extraction. Then I had a revelatory expresso shot here! Perfectly pulled, complex and delicious flavor. This guy runs the place all by himself and slams through drinks like a wolverine. It is definite this guy pays attention to the beans, listening as they whisper secrets.

Came for a weekend trip to Beacon. My friend and I stopped by to try their coffee. I got the Date…read morein Dhaka which was so unique and yummy. I love dates and the flavor in the coffee was subtle and not at all overpowering. The coffee itself was also delicious, not bitter and very smooth. Highly recommend!

First time visiting Cold Spring and we decided to stop by Cozy Corner for lunch -- really glad we…read moredid. The food was delicious, the atmosphere felt warm and welcoming, and the service was impeccable from start to finish. Our server was incredibly friendly and even recommended a few places to check out around town after lunch, which made the experience feel even more personal. Definitely a great little spot if you're visiting the area and looking for a cozy meal with genuine hospitality.

Alright spot - Nothing outstanding specifically. Seems like a restaurant that thrives on…read morelunch/dinner menu rather than a spectacular breakfast menu. We did take a look at the lunch menu around 11AM but it was a bit too early. The food left a lot to be desired for breakfast time. Cutting 1 waffle into 4 pieces for breakfast is lowkey diabolical. Felt like my portion was small overall but the burrito portion was good for the price. The service was attentive and friendly and definitely a positive aspect of it

My 5 stars is really for their famous giant chocolate chip cookie! We stopped by here for some…read morequick pastries after our cold hike. I was super excited to ask about the giant cookie when I was pointed to the last chocolate chip cookie still lying there waiting to be bought. I was a little disappointed by the size because it wasn't exactly how I imagine "giant" to be but it was a big cookie and I'm so glad I bought it. It is one of the best cookies I've ever had! Perfectly crispy on the outer edges with warm melty chocolate inside. It's been two weeks and I still think about it. We also tried their chocolate chip pecan scone and pumpkin spiced donut which were both pretty good but if I had to recommend one thing, it's that cookie. Next time I'm around the area, I want to try their other cookies!

Delicious food, excellent service. Little bake shop with some tables inside and outside for…read moreseating. They have pastries and sandwiches/salads for eat in or take out. All the food was fresh tasting and hit the spot. We even went back the next day for some of the infamous cinnamon rolls - they did not disappoint!

Anna Et Pierre doesn't play about their hospitality and I cannot get enough. That warm greeting you…read moreget every time you enter their cafe is just something you just don't get everywhere. With a killer view of the Walkway Over the Hudson and a cozy interior this is a cafe made for sipping slowly and staying awhile. Their offerings are creative, and made with such high quality ingredients. They are known to drop their pastry and baked good offerings on their instagram daily, and have a vanilla matcha you need to try right now! Signed.. The Mocktail Madam

Very cozy and relaxing space here, definitely a place to get a coffee and just vibe. The service…read morehere was so friendly and very sweet, offering suggestions and explaining menu items. My iced tea tropical green tea, was sweet enough and mostly tasted of guava. The chocolate croissant was incredibly delicious, the chocolate filling was great and plenty sweet without being overly. I will come another time to get more of pastries since told me all good stuff was gone by later in the day.

I enjoy stopping by Lore's Cafe when I want to work on my laptop or meet up with friends over…read morecoffee and a snack. It's a small, cozy café with a warm atmosphere that makes it easy to relax for a while. They offer a nice selection of specialty coffee, teas, pastries, desserts, and light lunch options if you're looking for more than just a drink. There's a convenient parking lot directly across the street, which is a big plus in Beacon. One thing to know before you visit is that the restrooms are located in the building rather than inside the café, and you'll need to ask the cashier for the access code. During my last visit, the cashier wasn't very friendly, although everyone can have an off day, so hopefully it was just an isolated experience. Aside from that, I've always enjoyed spending time here. It's a comfortable spot for coffee, a light bite, catching up with friends, or getting some work done.

It was nice inside, barista was very informative about the specials they had and the coffee I was…read morecurious of. They were quick and helpful! The reason for the 4/5 is because the coffee was just fine, nothing outstanding.