Omg the food is so good! Yea it's pricey...but the ambience inside is so nice. Nice service too. Drinks could be stronger lol. The Sunday brunch is amazing and worth the price and the happy hour!!!' I always get like 20 oysters bc they're only $1 lol read more

The location, view and service are great!!! My complaint is about the draught beer. I've been here quite a few times, and we always enjoy ourselves - but the tap beer consistently tastes funky. You need to clean the tap system regularly!!!! We're hoping a manager reads this....until then, I'm sticking with the bottled beer! read more

Food was amazing! I got the kale salad and Calamari! They also have a lot of drink choices! Went here with my co-workers and we enjoyed it. The place and ambiance was great! And service was exceptional! Servers pays attention as well. Will definitely be back! read more

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Staff and service was great, the Zucchini and Eggplant appetizer was very good. My Branzino main dish was not very good. Bland Brussels and the sun dried tomato were just thrown on the Brussels. Very lazy presentation. My husband's tuna salad was just ok. Very high prices for so so food. read more

Came here with my bff for cocktails and appetizers on a Thursday around 6pm. What a wonderful time we had!!!! Let me tell you the Blu Pointe raw oysters for $1 during happy hour are AMAZING! We ordered 15 each and they were delicious and sweet and fresh. They have a diced apple in sweet vinegar sauce garnish to put on top and it's sooooo good. It came with hot sauce, cocktail sauce, and horseradish as well. Really amazing...if you like oysters just get them, you will not be disappointed. We ordered the fried oyster tacos....also delicious. Just get them and only $6 for 3. And we also tried the buffalo chicken wontons which were also great. I got the specialty drink that night that had Jameson whiskey in it and a green tea taste. It was so good that I ordered a second. They really should make it all the time. My friend ordered wine and the sommelier was very nice and fun and helped her pick out a wine she absolutely loved. It was a New Zealand wine called Cloudy Bay. She didn't realize it was $22 a glass but it was good. The waiters we had (Sam and Andrew) were absolutely amazing, helpful, and fun. They get 5 stars from us. They totally made our experience excellent! I'm going back as soon as possible! read more

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The food was good but the calamari was a little off, the service was great and everyone is very friendly. Very inviting the ambiance was great read more

Love location and views are amazing. Food is good pricey I guess you are paying for location

We took a weekend trip from FL to NY/CT/MA, and this was by far our best meal of the weekend! We did get a beautiful view of the Hudson along with some tender and flavorful scallops, and a perfectly prepared Filet Mignon. With wonderful service, great food and an amazing view, you have to go to Shadows on the Hudson. read more

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A beautiful view and delicious food! Is the best shrimp cocktail because you can mix in the horseradish and hot sauce to your liking. Went for our anniversary and every staff member acknowledged it, made our evening so special. Highly recommend!! read more

Shadows on the Hudson - Short rib gnocchi - New American Near Me - Poughkeepsie, New York

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It was a rainy evening by the Hudson still the Mid-Hudson Bridge looked majestic from our window seat at Shadows on the Hudson. There is something pleasant about being lead through a dining room, through glass doors, to be seated at a table on the window. Once we were seated we were greeted by our server, back bar, and a trainee. All of whom were very polite and accommodating. We had a little snafu with our drink order, which they quickly resolved. The appetizers and dinners we ordered were delicious. I surprised my husband and friends by ordering the whole sea bass. You can see in my picture, it's a Whole fish. Yes, this restaurant is in the expensive side but, for a really nice date night or special occasion dinner, the ambiance of Shadows can not be overstated. To view the Mid-Hudson bridge in any weather and the boats on the Hudson is worth the price of dinner. One note about the parking...the lot serves both Shadows and the banquet facility next door. The parking lot, which looks large fills up quickly and the later your reservation the harder it will be to find a parking space. read more

Shadows on the Hudson - Whole Sea Bass and vegetable side - New American Near Me - Poughkeepsie, New York

Hi everyone. Second time eating at Shadows and again not a good experience. They sat us and seriously forgot about us. They came around later and served us water with no ice. The table to next to us was had a nice server who took care of us the first time we were there. She served them immediately. They had ice water, wine, and other drinks immediately. Even appetizers. We still didn't get anyone. Much later our sever arrived still wet behind the ears. Never asked if we wanted drinks just took our meal order. I literally had to go to the bar to get a virgin piña colada yes. The server a young man would keep forgetting about us but that's ok. The kids food came out first then much later we the adults were served. The steak was cold and dry. My brother's steak was burnt as if they didn't clean the grill. My chicken was ok. It was a shyt show. The ambiance was nice. I had to go outside to avoid getting upset. 1-10 I give the server and cold food 2. The bartender with the long beard who remembered my wife and myself was cool. The blond lady at the front was also cool. The wine dude was a complete jerk. My wife wants to go back but to eat outside and deal with the young lady (server) and bartender who took good care of us. Thanks. read more

Wonderful view and attentive staff. Food could be improved. Recently had a lobster roll that was just okay, not much lobster for $35. Not very flavorful. Come for a drink, the river view, and the sunset. Make a reservation for a riverside table. read more

Great service, food, and ambience! Ordered the oysters, prosciutto, and calamari as an appetizer and they definitely did not disappoint. Their version of a Manhattan is my favorite one - had to order more than one! I'd come back here for sure if I was in the area again. It is a little pricey but worth the food. read more

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Ask for Devon!!! Shadows is the perfect place to enjoy outdoor seating by the water! Seeing the water and the mountains, makes it already a great ambience, but the service is like no other restaurant around. I truly haven't had such a great experience. Where are the servers actually care about your experience in over 5 years. I left, feeling as though I had made friends with my server! He was so nice and patient and gave the best recommendations, even though it was a busy night and was extremely professional. Wish I could've tipped him even more! Please ask for him if you're a generous tipper, he deserves it! The food was great. I had the most lovely evening with my fiancé - management was walking around the entire time and even stopped by a few times to check on us. The star of the show was the rack of lambs. So flavorful, seasoned to perfection, and served with equally delicious couscous. The truffle pasta was also great, and the pistachio cake for dessert. Next time I definitely want to try the s'mores sundae, though! PLUS they have James ice cream (best ice cream in the valley if you ask me). Will be back again for our next event! read more

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I have been to Shadows many times and it never disappoints. The food, service, and views are a 10/10. I just returned from another great meal... we had salmon, kung pao beef, sweet potato fries, and cocktails, everything was delicious. Our server, Nicole, was so sweet and very efficient. I would not hesitate to return and recommend Shadows to anyone who is looking for an impressive venue. read more

I really wanted to like this place but the reviews were pretty accurate and it was disappointing. Definitely overpriced for the quality of the food. Four people and we spent $300 with drinks, two appetizers and four mains. Mussels were very tasty. Bread was great. Drinks were not bad though heavy on the ice. Scallops meal was pretty good. Burrata was acidic with two tiny pieces of prosciutto. Lobster pasta was not flavorful at all. $40! Chicken Parmesan pasta was also tasteless. Hangar steak was overcooked. Taste was hit or miss overall. One really good thing, but rest was just so so. Service was good even if a bit on the slow side. Lovely views. But I probably won't be back for this price. read more

Definitely the place to go to impress, no matter what the season. Lovely outdoor deck to watch the sun set over the Hudson, and indoors is candle lit with techno music. Modern, clean, stylish and friendly and professional staff. Have been here numerous times and the food is fresh, inventive, delicious and presented beautifully. If you make reservations, be sure to say you do NOT want parking lot views. We've made that mistake twice now, forgetting to be specific, and it's hugely disappointing to me. I mean, I GO there for the view, I can see my car anytime in my own driveway AND I spend far too much time IN it to gaze at it all through my meal. Secondly, bring a spot light and some readers. Maybe a magnifying glass with lights on it like the one my mom with macular degeneration uses. No joke; people of all ages were seen struggling this Saturday night, after a martini and a glass of wine it got funnier and funnier...but surely that was not the vibe anyone was going for here. My husband says this is the best steak he's ever had in his life; and he's eaten a ton of steak in the best steakhouses in NYC. I loved the creative dishes I had, tho a little heavy in the sauces which drowned out the flavors a bit. We will be back, and I think you will enjoy it too! read more

Being a Poughkeepsie native I have eaten at Shadows on numerous occasions since day one and have seen the quality and portion sizes consistently go down as the prices have become very questionable. Too bad, as it will catch up to them as it does with most restaurants. read more

Met an old friend for brunch at Shadows on the Hudson. Wow-- so many choices! Pasta bar, crepe bar (only 2 choices-- one savory and one sweet), omelets to order, salad, fruit, a carving station, shrimp, an array of desserts, and much more! Definitely try the soup! The butternut squash soup was the best item we sampled. The pasta was fresh made and included choices of sauces and mix-ins. The fruit was varied and fresh. The steamed veggies were done just perfectly. The only disappointment were the desserts. My friend and I took 3 to share. One (dark chocolate cake) was good/not great. The other two were gummy and gelatinous-- not worth the calories. Suggestions? Home-baked cookies. Eclairs. Small tarts. Baklava. Macaroons. Lovely view out the windows. Friendly servers kept our tea and water replenished. PS: LOVED seeing the array of Harney's Teas-- the best!!! read more

We had a great experience starting with Amelia, who sat us. She was warm and welcoming. Then Enrique was an awesome sommelier, he engaged with us happily and enthusiastically. the food was wonderful! We definitely will be back read more

My mother and I came here for lunch following a dr's appointment at Vassar. We made the right choice! The food was abundant and delicious, the view of the river (and Vassar Brothers on the other side) was lovely and to top it off, the service was phenomenal! They know how to treat you so you feel welcomed, comfortable and kinda special all at once. I'll be back for fall foliage. read more

My experience at Shadows was such a treat. The ambiance is a mix of upscale and luxury dining, but comfortable. I took a ride on the metro north and decided to walk the 13 minutes to the restaurant and I'm very glad that I did. The staff was friendly and inviting. The food was EXCELLENT. I tried the miso salmon and scallop risotto. The risotto was good but the salmon left the best taste in my mouth. The flavor was amazing. As usual the cocktails were a hit for me. The signature list was primo. I recommend the Pumpkin Side Car and The Fog. Both were seasonally delicious and tasted like Christmas morning in my opinion. The views are great and space is large. Great for hosting events like birthday parties or just date night. I wish I could make the trip back up for Christmas and New Years. If you're contemplating on dining at Shadows, just do it. read more

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4 Stars for Location, View and the atmosphere. This place is gorgeous! Service was decent, the manger Emanuel was very attentive and made me feel welcome. Thank you. Food: the short ribs were delicious but crispy chicken salad not so much but my friend loves that salad so that's why I ordered it, I guess she and I have different tastes so there you go. Dessert looked amazing! Sadly it fell short in taste. Coffee service- coffee was good and waiter bought real cream and sugar without being asked that was appreciated however he never came back to ask if I wanted a refill and in fact the first and only cup got cold. So that was disappointing. I will be back because the atmosphere and the vibe is cool plus I need to check out their happy hour which sounds amazing! read more

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This is a lovely restaurant right on the Hudson River. The views are lovely from either the outdoor seating area or indoors with floor to ceiling windows offering a great view of the river and the Mid Hudson Bridge as well as the lovely wooded areas on the Highland side of the bridge. The menu is varied and extensive and the food is always very good. Lots of seafood choices. The prices are a little bit on the high side for the area but worth it. read more

Came here to have our 'upscale' dinner on our mini-honeymoon. The service was great and attentive. Very nice inside space and cool views. Was quiet when we went (Tuesday night). Ordered the short rib gnocchi, crab cakes and fra diavolo. Short rib gnocchi was very good with a lot more meat than I expected. The fra diavolo was not as flavorful as expected. Especially for what it costs. The restaurant offers a lot of choices on the menu. read more

This place seems like a resort place where all is inclusive. The stations have no protection from people breathing on them... hello did we forget covid. I ordered a mock tail and got juice. If I'm gonna pay cocktail prices at least make an effort on the mocktails. The creme Brulee left so much to be desired skip this place. The bartender there was very unprofessional yelling yo numerous times. Never again. Skip it. read more

Great place for any occasion, food, Staff ambiance all amazing !!! It's our go to place when visiting my daughter at Marist College! read more

Great view and decent food and service. Always friendly staff and yummy food. Highly recommend.

We attended the Italian Wine Pairing event on a Friday evening from 6 pm - 8 pm. A 5 course dinner with 5 different wines at $100 per person (reservation required & make sure you get there on time). A unique experience unlike other wine pairing dinners we attended in NYC. This wine pairing dinner was held inside a private room along with other attendees plus 2 Sommelier hosts. Imagine an educational seminar/class with food & wine. Overall, we enjoyed the experience, foods, wines, and the sommelier hosts. A real fun & interesting dinner wine pairing experience. read more

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Recently went here for a friends birthday, our waiter was very kind and offered any drinks when we got here, he made sure to always check on us and collected our dirty plates, the place is spotless and clean and well kept. The food is the bomb and very delicious and fresh, the best food I've here had in my life I recommend this place ! read more

This is our first time doing a road trip in New York. We found this restaurant by accident. To our surprise, the food is excellent, and the service is wonderful. But most of all, the view of the bridge is incredible and romantic. We ordered the Fra Diavolo (seafood fettuccine) and the Panzanella salad. The fettuccine was full of seafood with flavorful slightly spicy marinara sauce. The salad is fresh with tasty salad dressing. The freshly baked bread is soft with creamy butter spread. We had a great dinner. We wish we have such a great restaurant in California too. read more

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Shadows has definitely stepped up the game over the years and continues to be our go-to. Shadows is often used for big events, like weddings, big birthday celebrations, and especially Father's and Mother's Day. Keep in mind, it does get very busy while it takes place, and it can slow the service down a bit. Making a reservation is always the best choice. With that, the atmosphere speaks for itself. On the flip side, there are options to choose for sitting, such as eating outside (seasonal) and eating inside. Eating outside is so relaxing and enjoyable. The cheeseburger has been my main charger for quite a while, so throwing a changeup was the appropriate move. The beef ribeye sandwich was a first which had a great taste. I felt if it had a little more seasoning, it would have been a killer. The Crème Brûlée brings a huge wow factor and was delicious. The waitress answered any questions we had and was patient with us. It's always a great experience coming here, and I'd recommend it to anyone especially for a large party. 4.6/5 read more

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Wonderful spot on the Hudson. The food also seems rather under rated, the Halibut special was tasty and i enjoyed it a lot, but was a bit on the dry side. Pork chops and chicken salad were perfect. The cocktails were generous and well prepared. Did appreciate the friendly and attentive attitude of our waiter and server a lot. The decor is upscale and attractive, which goes well with the amazing views. We went outside on their veranda to like look at the river views. Summers with the outdoor bar will be lots of fun. Two problems I feel petty enough to mention: there is a sign for complementary valet parking, but no valet. We made a reservation to be by the window. They lost the open table reservation and of course, no window table. Overall a positive experience- I will be back. read more

Updated 5/15/2022, a week after Mother's Day less hectic time to go and celebrate mom once again it's always a treat to go to shadow on the Hudson our servers Arturo and Jason excellent service very pleasant and knowledgeable and efficient. Once again the food is marvelous. To my surprise I see they now have a pasta station which I've never seen nor noticed before the pasta is cooked al dente and as you can see you have three varieties of pasta sauces you can try. Once again this is a perfect place to go for brunch with your loved ones. The atmosphere is always marvelous and festive ,management you're doing a great job. Continue the great work also your staff is unbelievable. Run don't walk to shadow on the Hudson, you definitely won't regret it. read more

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Although I want to give it 2 stars on my review for my opinion towards the food I think three stars would be more fitting. Upon our arrival to the Shadows on the hudson we had a reservation for 7:15 and Anna told us to have a seat and wait a few more minutes. I have to admit that i was kind of annoyed because what's the purpose of a reservation when we still have to wait. We did. Literally 10 minutes later, thankfully i decided to ask about my table to another hostess and she COULD NOT find our names. I immediately was disappointed because I just checked in, finally Anna remembered that I checked in so without any apologies by the other hostess (mind you there was like 4 girls in the front desk age ranging from 18 to maybe 20) all looked clueless and not only did they Not apologize but had us wait another 5 minutes with not even a complimentary drink for messing up. We got nothing!. When we FINALLY got seated i noticed how much I loved the interior design of the whole restaurant. It was huge, the outside as well as the inside has such a sophisticated maximalist feel to it, very relaxed, airy with such a great vibe it's really unlike any restaurant I have visited since moving upstate. Scenery ? Style? Uniqueness ? It has it all. HOwEveR!!!!!!!!! By way of the food my attitude totally changed, No bueno!!. Starting with my drink the Jamaican sunset it definitely looked appealing but I had to order another shot on the side. As for the Rosé, now that bottle was good it definitely hit the spot!. I won't go to much into details as far as the food but I will say that the filet steak was Horribly made and I did not like the sauce on top the clams was grainy and the fries were cold. Although my entree was a disaster I have to say that the Buffalo calamari was the best, that's the only thing except for the wine that I would order again. Our waiter scottie was a hoot so friendly and always kept a smile. Other then a beautiful view that was more captivating for me then the food which turned out to be a pricey tab$$$. (They may have charged us for the view. Hahaha!) I took plenty of pictures and the weather was perfect also the sunset was breath taking, my husband and I stood for like 3 hours having such great conversations. I may return not sure when though! read more

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We took a nice drive upstate to walk across the Hidson. Poughkeepsie has this great restaurant on the Hudson. Food was fantastic, innovative and served quickly. The place is pricey but if you ask the staff, they can navigate you through the menu to pick exactly what your looking for. Thanks for keeping it real during this unprecedented times. Keep crushing it! - Chef Vince read more

SORRY Shadows on the Hudson. 2 strikes and your out. Despite your beautiful view, outdoor seating, friendly servers, yummy drinks, and delicious clam pot( a 10) ; i will not be back for dinner. Your culinary quality is a fail and certainly over priced. Let's be specific here...On one occasion, a pink, medium ordered filet mignon came back very well, tough, and flavorless, as did the strip steak and lamb chops. On the last visit, the chefs did not follow through on specific requests. For the scallop dish, I requested sautéed spinach with no creamed corn polenta as it is too buttery. The dish was served with the polenta with extremely salty spinach ( non-edible). After articulating the errors, the manager did not approach us. Extremely disappointing because I wanted this place to be our #1. read more

Shadows on the Hudson - Blush Frose (not watermelon, but strawberry) - New American Near Me - Poughkeepsie, New York

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Well let's start with, WOW! We packed the family up in the old truckerster and headed an hour and twenty minutes north. Yup we'll travel for food and new restaurants to try and this was well worth the drive! The ambiance gets five stars, service five stars, food presentation four and a half stars, taste four and half stars, price gets $$$1/2. The minute you walk in you're taken back with smiles from the hostesses making you feel right at home. As you walk into thw main dining room you have ravishing views up and down the river. We sat outside to enjoy these views on a very subtle summer evening, we were greeted by a multitude of staff for our table. The extensive wine list is nothing to shake a stick at have no fear they have an on staff sommelier should you have a questions. My wife and I know wines and we were pleasantly surprised to learn a little more this evening about different regions and wines we haven't tried before. The meal from start to finish was on point hands down one if the top five meals I have had out with the family this year! TOP FIVE! I'm going to say you have to stop in. We have all ready said we're going back to see the fall foliage and enjoy another fine meal. Don't let the 3.5 stars as an overall review of this restaurant deter you it's a bs overall review. I highly recommend this restaurant! read more

Shadows on the Hudson - Night time shot - New American Near Me - Poughkeepsie, New York

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My husband and I had a fantastic dining experience tonight at Shadows. My entree was the swordfish special. It was perfectly seasoned and cooked. Melt in your mouth tender. My husband had the filet mignon also perfectly cooked. The waitstaff was top notch and very professional. From the young man who seated us by the window with a great view to the other nice young man who brought the bread basket to the sweet and attentive soft spoken waitress. This was like a high end dining experience. I didn't remember Shadows being this fancy. We want to return and try their Happy Hour menu. read more

Been here twice before, several years back for a couple wedding receptions. Stopped in today for a late lunch/early dinner. Shania was our server and she was fantastic. We had a couple appetizers - Fried Calamari and Garlic Shrimp Toast. For our entrees, we both had Maine Lobster Rolls. The food was absolutely incredible. Super tasty, great presentation, timing was also spot on. Combine the great service and fantastic food with a beautiful view of the Hudson River Valley... it doesn't get any better. Thank you everyone at Shadows on the Hudson for a great afternoon. read more

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