This place is happening - large venue with great beers and delicious food. Keep in mind, portion sizes are huge as well! We tried the mac and cheese, french onion soup, as well as a specialty pizza. Everything was great and we were super stuffed by the end of it. We unfortunately just missed happy hr that ended at 6pm but it seems like they have some great deals through the week if you're in the area. The service was slow at first but they were switching waitresses for our table it seemed. The new staff was great. We ended up getting 2 sampler flights to try each of the 10 different beers they had. My favorite ended p being their hibiscus blonde ale which is very unique. You can also take 4 packs home with you and order with the waitress. If they don't stock in 4 packs they are happy to pack 32 oz bottles for you on draft. read more

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Finally was able to stop here on the way home from Hunter mountain and officially found our new go to spot for aprés ski. There is a huge parking lot located behind the brewery/restaurant with ample parking. We were seated immediately on a Saturday evening and brought menus and drinks. We ordered a few appetizers to start and if we were still hungry we were planning to order more. The chicken wings here are an absolute must. The chicken is tender and moist with a crisp exterior. The Cajun sauce was similar to buffalo but packed a better kick. We also ordered the Bavarian soft pretzels and garlic knots. The garlic knots were so light and fluffy and the marinara sauce was well seasoned and extra garlicky in flavor which we both enjoyed. The Bavarian pretzels were so good on their own they didn't even need the beer cheese or mustard dipping sauce. We were stuffed and did not have room for any more food. Can't wait to come back and check out the rest of the menu. Pricing is extremely reasonable as well. read more

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Impromptu stop as we drove to Woodstock NY. Food was limited to Mothers Day buffet (which looked great!), but main reason was a refreshingly cold delicious beer. My pale ale was great, wife very happy with Belgian white. Bartender Josiah was super cool, hooked up wife with free strawberry shortcake for MD. Chill bar, nice staff and few others ( locals) poking in who gave us scoops on good places, super helpful as " tourists". read more

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Great food, beer, and service. Nice find in a rural area with not a lot of other choices. Highly recommend! read more

Sincerely a wonderful place! Loved the ambience and our bartender, Josiah, was as kind as kind could be. We weren't there for a meal, but everything served around us looked scrumptious, and diners looked very happy! read more

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Definitely a new staple of mine! Rip is such a great space for lunch, dinner, or inbetween drinks whether after being on the mountain or during the week. So lively with easy dining and fast service. We got the blincess and one of their special chicken cutlet sandwiches with burrata, vodka sauce, prosciutto, pesto and it was absolutely delicious! Still thinking about that sandwich to this day. Would love to go back for one of their pizzas as well as they serve different styles! Ambiance was great, easy for large parties or small gatherings and the servers were super nice. read more

I was here for dinner recently and had the Kaaterskill. I am pretty certain they updated the recipe and made it a real hazy now. Its pretty good and I would be happy drinking it now. read more

Rip Van Winkle Brewing Company - Pizza Near Me - Catskill, New York

Great spot. Good beer and EXCELLENT food. That Detroit style pie is absolutely killer.

Another great stop and no complaints Always a great choice. I always tell everyone I know about this place read more

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The place is very cozy and charming. We ordered boneless chicken wings (Honey and Sriracha), buffalo chicken wings, spaghetti and meatballs and chicken tenders and fries. The chicken wings with blue cheese was absolutely delicious. The pizza was a little too tangy but still tasty. Service was quick and the staff were very friendly. Overall a great meal and good experience. read more

Rip Van Winkle Brewing Company - Cozy interior - Pizza Near Me - Catskill, New York

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Quick weekend trip to upstate to hike Kaaterskill Falls, Rip Van Winkle Brewery is a sweet surprise nearby! The place was packed on a Saturday night, and after having the food, I understood why. I ordered the arugula salad, Detroit style pizza (pepperoni), cider and wings to go. It was a lot of food! I had full intention of getting the pretzel which I heard is one of the best things here. My favorite was the pizza; I've never had Detroit style pizza and theirs did not disappoint!! The vibe was fun and down to earth and the servers were prompt and attentive. It was the perfect spot for grub right after hiking. Would absolutely recommend this place again as the service was top notch, and they were thoughtful when packing my to go order. This is one place not to be missed while in Catskill, NY read more

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This place was a small place near Catskills so we decided to come and try it out. The pizza was better than I expected. The classic margherita pizza was much better than the special one, but loved the cheese pull on these choices. The inside was nice and rustic and the staff was great in explaining things to us lot of rowdy boys (kidding, we were pretty much the most boring table there). I liked that they had the pitcher offer for beer so we tried it out to share for the table. Also loved how they left the stand with the pizza so we didn't have to make room on the table. That was actually something we never saw in the DC area. read more

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For around 25 years, I've been eating Angela's pizza. I don't know when it happened, but I just looked around and: 1. Angela's became a brewpub called Rip Van Winkle. 2. The world went and got itself in a big damn hurry. My mom lives down the street, and Rip Van Winkle is always a good option. I've eaten in dozens of times, and taken out far, far more. They are a local institution, and it's not surprising that they are quite busy on Fridays and Saturdays, with a lot of folks coming to just pick up beer to go (it's quality stuff). I can report that the pizza is still the same, and still good. It's not the thin crust pie that I usually favor back in Brooklyn, but just about the best version of upstate pizza. Throw pepperoni and mushrooms (real, not canned which is always a plus) on top, and it'll satisfy that craving you're having. The menu also boasts just about everything you'd want in terms of bar food (wings, burgers, fried stuff), plus a lot of Italian favorites (chicken parm, lasagna, panini, meatballs). It's all solid, and my go-tos are usually the penne alla vodka, the arugula salad, and the Salmon Candita (banging). My mom loves the ultra garlicky broccoli rabe too, so that's often coming on the side. Portions are big, the food is fresh, prepared by the family, and served by an army of local kids. There's something for everyone. Beware though, like just about any other restaurant food, it's going to taste better in-house. We dine in when we can (the place has been updated nicely, and it's super welcoming with a view of the beer tanks from the dining room), but sometimes it's just easier to take it home. Last time we took food out, the wings were less than crisp and everything was all smushed against the sides of the takeout boxes. The first part is on them, but the second was because I had to slam on the brakes to save a squirrel's life. Not Rip Van Winkle's fault, I don't think. read more

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We stopped in late afternoon for an early supper/snack. We buy the RVW beer often when upstate, and it had been on our list for a while. The space feels more like a restaurant than brewery. There is an extensive food menu -with many Italian inspired dishes (apparently the family has roots in Italy). I tried the Summit - a nice nutty brown ale. And Hubs tried their Wit (mine was better). Hubs ordered a pizza pie with pancetta and arugula and I had their littleneck clams cooked with beer, bacon and tomatoes. My clams were so delicious, perfectly briny and juicy. The broth was so flavorful that i basically finished it all. The thin crust pizza was top notch - generous toppings and good flavor. I would definitely come again. PS, Love the beer can filled Christmas tree! read more

What a great experience. We hostess was super sweet and accommodating from the moment we walked inside. We had been driving home all day from Canada and were super hungry. Our server Kierstin was exceptional. My daughter and I sat at a table waiting for friends but ate while we waited and she was extremely attentive, despite the lunch rush and them being nearly full. She was quick with refills and let me taste the beer I wanted before ordering a glass. When our friends got there later on she pushed tables together for us and made sure we were taken care of. We had leftover pizza and she boxed it up for us and put it in the back by the oven to get out of our way and keep warm. 10/10 an amazing server. Not to mention the food was amazing. Our Margherita pizza was delish and my salad was sooooo yummy! If we're ever in the area we would absolutely come back. read more

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Visited the rip van winkle brewery for lunch, the wings were delicious they came out crispy sauced just right. One thing I noticed was there was only 2 drums in the order. Their blue cheese was exactly what I was looking for with the crumbles throughout. And they always have good beer on tap. All together these wings are rated a 7.0 on the scale with the blue cheese at 8.4. read more

Rip Van Winkle Brewing Company - chicken wings 7.0 Blue cheese 8.4 . - Pizza Near Me - Catskill, New York

The food was so delicious. Will go again. We had the CBR Detroit style and that is a must!

Really cute spot with delicious food and good drinks. Service was good, a little laid back, but overall will definitely be back!

Excellent pizza choices with cider and beer as well. Service is excellent as well with a lot of humor.

We stopped by today for drinks and lunch after a hike in the Catskills. The service was friendly and efficient. We all enjoy our drinks and meals! It was a great please to unwind after being outside all day. read more

Rip Van Winkle Brewing Company - Arugula Salad with chicken, Tuscan fries, 9 Pin Cider - Pizza Near Me - Catskill, New York

We ordered dinner to go on Thanksgiving weekend and they were crazy busy! The staff that took the phone order was very pleasant, answered all our questions and didn't rush me through ordering. She estimated 20 minutes and when I walked in to pick up it was waiting for me. The bar and restaurant seating area were all packed and they still were able to get our order out in the estimated time. In the future just double check the sides/sauces as the marinara sauce for the calzone wasn't with the order, besides that, everything was great! read more

Very yummy food. The marinara sauce is delicious. Ambience is fun. Service is friendly and attentive. Would definitely recommend.

Horrible experience. I was trying to support a local business during the winter months and ended up with one of the rudest, lack of customer service experiences ever. Food is mediocre and I can get better beers elsewhere nearby. Recommend to anyone, Do Not Stop Here! Drive a little further down to the Village of Saugerties and get better service, food and EVERYTHING this place is lacking. read more

Food was great , prices are in today's average range, Good amount of food. Service was exceptional. I highly recommend . Tap beer was great. Ambiance was good. Will defiantly go back again. read more

Very cool place that is a bit further off the interstate than I initially thought, but I am super glad I found it. The atmosphere really surprised me. It was a very well put together (and much lager) than I expected. They were super busy on a Saturday night. I started with the Rip Van Wit. This was a solid Hefeweizen, and yes I did pick up a 4-pack to take home with me. We started with the soft pretzel. The beer cheese dipping sauce was excellent and the mustard sauce was good too (very strong horseradish). The pretzel was excellent. Just the right size for two people. I got the buttermilk chicken sandwich and opted for the side salad since the server said the fries were not hand-cut. The sandwich was great. The bun was soft, the sauce had just a bit of kick to it and the chicken was flavorful. My dad got the French Onion Soup, which he said was very good. There was a mass amount of cheese that came with it (about 1/4 thick). He ended up not being able to eat all the cheese because there was just so much. As a cheese lover, it looked great to me! read more

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So happy to finally try this spot! Often brew pubs are less about beer quality and more about food however I rate all beers on my flight at least an 8/10! Burger and pizza both excellent. The waitresses were very attentive and I liked the cozy vibe. read more

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I'm local resident and It was my second time at resturant. The beers are wonderful. Food...well first time there I ordered a special and side of broccoli rabe w/sausage. The rabe was over cooked and tin tasting, seems canned. The "crumbled sausage" seemed like it was prepped for the pizza, and tossed in at last second, disappointed and let staff know why I didn't eat any of it. No comment and I was still charged. Why not try again a month later, we all have bad nights. Well the lasagna I ordered albeit served in blazing hot skillet was dead cold in middle, really disappointing. Judging by what other reviews say, for me it seems like the standards aren't there. At the prices charged the cooking standards should be in place. read more

Hands down Catskills secret gem. Our server Alisa was hands down the cherry on top of our experience. Alisa's energy was very contagious she was extremely knowledgeable about the beer choices, food selection was on point and attentive to our table. If I had a restaurant she would be the ideal candidate to serve my clients. Alisa I hope you were able to find your cat. Food: stared off with the pretzel OMG it was soft perfect amount of salt my favorite pretzel I have ever had. 1-10 it gets a 9.9 My sister and brother-in-law had the Boneless Wings they were perfect they were crispy even thought they were in the sesame sauce. 1-10 gets 9.7 Review from the table and food they had: Calzone was good, had to sprinkle some salt to add some flavor 1-10 got a 7. Have on the ricotta vs meat Cheese Pizza was good 1-10 got a 8.5 Salmon with rice and veggie: over all a very good dish 1-10 got a 9. Salmon was not as fishy rice was a little too moist but the veggies were perfect. The veggies is spiraled cooked perfectly and seasoned perfectly 1-10 got a 8.5 I had the Pork Schnitzer Special of the day. It was basically a large deep fried on its own not so much flavor but the sauce with the capers brought it together nicely was paired with mashed potato excellent and the amazing spiral veggies. 1-10 I gave it a 9.2 Dessert........ Tiramisu OMG 1-10 it's getting a 10 Rainbow cookie Cake outstanding 1-10 it gets a 9.4 Drinks The flight sample were interesting, had my favorites top two, after sharing with our server she mentioned they have won awards with those beers I am now consider becoming a beer tester lol from 1-10 got a 9.5 The Special Old Fashion hands down 1-10 got a 10 out of 10 (perfect) White Sangria 1-10 got 9 Red Sangria 1-10 got 9.5 Definitely a place to come and I will return. See y'all soon read more

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To think that I'd not follow the round of golf with a few pints is mere folly - it's just pure boulderdash. Unfortunately Rip Van Winkle G. C. was not cable connected due to an apparent scrape of a discrepancy with the fine conglomerate by the name of Verizon, so the pub area wasn't geared up for such a situation. I was hankering for something greasy, crispy, hot and wonderful with a cold, hoppy happy chaser typicality served in a clear 16oz module and to lay a but of action in the singles matches for the WTC Match Play Championship. And afterwards I wanted to hear stories of witches and ghosts, ghouls and goblins as the Hudson Valley (both upper and lower) has been known to have it's share of things that do more at night than go "bump". I envisioned Rip walking in and bellying up to the bar telling a tale about that most pestilent little piece of field iof his, the patrimonial estate, and it's inevitable whittling away, acre by acre, yet with a kind smile as Rip maintained his happy and well oiled disposition. Idle and careless? --- perhaps, but certainly a fellow that I'd enjoy having a Belgian wheat beer with, a tavern companion if you will. On this day I had Kayla serving and pouring so a ran my eyes across the top with little patience due to a whistle that needed immediate wetting, to read much further in and down. Mountain House Helles was first, a golden colored hoppy German brew with a light refined finish. Second was the Rip Van Wit - a sexy Belgian unfiltered wheat beer with hints of tarragon and orange peel. Third - The Winkle Lager a bit malty for a German pilsner, the Zuper Zazzer hops giving off a pleasantly bitter finish. All brewhahas came in at $6.00 or less! Honey Habanero wings were too attractive to read to pass up and I always tend to try a new wingy flavor but nothing with fish oil, I find it putrid and just plain weird. After a crisping up, both wings and legs has no bone bleeding (the purplish hue in the bone) showcasing the quality and I so believe I received fourteen -- for $12.00. I didn't get the habanero heat,the one my internist keeps telling to to "cease and desist from consuming" but a pleasant app to start with. Finishing with a garlic white cheese pizza whose name is currently evading me, pizza oven to my right with full court activity of new doughs going in, pretty colored topped ones coming out, you could just float away upon the bubbly ingredient vapor trails that followed in their wake. read more

Rip Van Winkle Brewing Company - Rip Van Wit. Belgian style ale - coriander & orange peel. - Pizza Near Me - Catskill, New York

I thought this place was perfect after snowboarding. Small family owned place where the main woman who ran it, Angela, had been running an Italian restaurant for 40 years. The son took over and turned it into a great brewery. He even had a craft beer named after his mother and he let me try it on the house (best described as blend of a stout and barley wine). The helles was also a good beer and the steak sandwich was perfect to pair. Will be supporting this place again read more

Stopped by the Rip Van Winkle brewing Co. for dinner and it did not disappoint. It was a really cute restaurant with a brewing area you could kind of see. Our waitress was nice and the food was great. We ordered the 12 inch traditional pizza, garlic knots (it came with 10!!), and a side of penne alla vodka. Everything was great! The side of pasta was huge and definitely more than enough for me. So that's a nice trick to save a little money. The order of knots was so fresh and huge we could only eat half. And the pizza was so good and crispy. My bf got a flight of beers to sample and he really enjoyed them all. I also got the berry bourbon lemonade and it was so good. It was super busy, but I definitely recommend this if you are in the area! read more

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Beer was good (not great, but very drinkable). The pizza was better than just good. And the wait staff was phenomenal. They were attentive (but not annoyingly so). We've been here before, but it was many years ago and before it was Rip Van Winkle Brewing. It was better this time. read more

This is our hometown pizza/Italian restaurant that morphed into a microbrewery a few years ago. Old family recipes are the star of this third generation establishment. If you want some pizza or a delicious entree, this is the place to go. Great burgers, wings, salads etc but the pizza and chicken parm or anything with their marinara sauce will not disappoint. The beers are brewed on premises and the have a nice range of stouts, pale ales, Heller, browns and their Kaaterskill Krush that is a personal favorite. Full bar too but get the beer. Totally family friendly and the new upper bar area gives it more of a brewery feel while the lower dining area maintains the cozy local Italian joint feel. The staff is super friendly and knowledgeable and most of the waitresses have been on board for years. The owners are exactly what you want from a restaurant and/or a brewery. They are hands-on and appreciative of everyone who walks through the door. Plenty of parking, reasonable pricing and beer to go. They also offer take out. Come for the pizza, stay for the beer. Close to home so this is a family favorite for us. Never leave disappointed. read more

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A great place to stop by especially if you are hiking Kaaterskill Falls! Our server Paulina was beyond lovely. The pretzel is a must. My husband and I really wish we ordered a pizza after watching several delicious looking ones delivered to tables. I would definitely come again if I were to be in the area. In addition, as a service dog handler I was even more pleased with my experience how they treated me & my dog. read more

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It's more common to see a brewery add food, here I understand we've got a pizzeria that added its own beer. Bonus points for being open on a Tuesday when so many other breweries in the Hudson Valley are closed on Tuesday. My first visit here, lunch, was relaxing, enjoyable, and satisfying. Most of the furniture in the dining room is an appealing set of black-and-tan furniture, but the older rustic yellow table on the side was just as comfortable, if not more, plus a window view. Food and drink here are reasonably priced. Today's beer list was unusual because they had few, if any, IPA's, but I'm not an IPA person, so their selection of dark beers was perfect for me. Flights are available too, 5 selections for $11. I will agree with a few reviews implying the beers are a bit weaker, based mostly on my lack of a buzz I had after 2 beers. But I definitely enjoyed them and would certainly order them again. I decided to rationalize I was being healthy by ordering a large house salad with grilled chicken to go with my beers. I'm told the pizza and burgers are very good here too, and I don't doubt that, so perhaps next visit. We were well taken care of by our waitress, who rolled with our missteps in ordering, and our comments along the way. Were it not such a long drive to get here from my home (about 50 minutes), I'd definitely be back here more often. read more

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If you are making your way from the hunters ski resort you get 15% off your meal! Ordered wings, pizza and pretzels. If you order the pretzel it was a sweet surprise when the arrived with 2 large pretzels so you don't have to share... lol The verdure rustico pizza was was unique with its balsamic drizzle on top. I highly recommend. read more

Friendly service, quick seating on a busy evening, and good food! We enjoyed our meal and the restaurant had a chill ambience for a nice summer night meal. We got: - The Salmon - The Angela Penne Pasta - Chicken Marsala - Chicken Milanese Salad - French Onion Soup - Giant Pretzel The only reason we collectively gave it a 4 was because the wait was extended to actually get our orders, not due to the waiters though as they were attentive. Not a big deal but make sure you aren't in a rush. read more

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Dined with 7 people, arguably the best buttermilk chicken sandwich I have ever had. Although this was a busy night the service was extremely attentive. Noise level was moderate, was able to carry conversation with the group without having to repeat ourselves. Whenever I am in the area I will come back. Wish I could give this place more than 5 stars. read more

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Rude people and poor management Clueless Hostess needs to be trained But..... Food and waitress great read more

Very busy place. After hearing good reviews we decided to go and "weather" the long wait as they don't accept reservations. After our wait of 30 mins, which actually ended up being 45 we finally got a table. Unfortunately it was a high top in the back corner of the restaurant by the bar. With two kids I wasn't super pleased with the spot but we were starving so it'll have to do. Waitress (also bartender) was over quickly to get drink orders and apps. We placed the order unfortunately 2 out of 4 drinks came out wrong the first time, plus they were out of numerous beer choices they had listed. We ordered dinner. Finally apps came, just in time for food to come only 3-4 mins later. We had to call the waitress over for condiments and water refills a few times. The busboy cleared the table repeatedly and was honestly more present than the waitress. Food was tasty, no complaints. We ordered arancini, soft pretzels, pizza, salmon, broccoli rabe, Buffalo macaroni & cheese, chicken tenders and Caesar salad. They were out of all desserts except for two. When we asked for two pieces of one of the cakes, they only had one slice left. The prices are reasonable and comparable for the area. Overall, I would recommend.... ambiance and service are the two major downfalls for this experience. We will try it again but next time I'll be sure to specifically request the dining room and pray for more dessert options. read more