Love the Green Goddess smoothie after my yoga class nearby. I call ahead and they have it ready for…read moreme to pick up by the time I arrive. The staff is always super friendly and I'm not even a member.

There's nothing quite like Fuel in this area, so it fills a need and does it expertly. Their…read moresmoothies and protein bowls are designed to support a workout lifestyle, so anyone could feel good about the decision to try something at Fuel. I've had the Berry Blast, Green Goddess, and the 800 Pound Gorilla (chocolate & peanut butter), and I recommend any of them. Fuel is also a legitimate café, with espressos, lattes, cappuccinos, etc. They also carry supplements and other items, such as an extra-protein peanut butter line. Prices are more than reasonable. A cozy area of a few tables and a small bar offer space to sit and relax.

I visit a lot of coffee shops during the course of a year, and my visit a few…read moremonths ago to The B Hive was one of my favorites. As I recall, I was driving in the area, did a Yelp search and The B Hive was the spot that popped. Glad I spell-checked that. I just ordered a Black Iced Coffee, but it was very good. I ended up messaging with the owner on Instagram, and I learned that the coffee was a Costa Rican Single Origin that the B Hive roasted to medium-light. I can't wait to go back. The space was cool. Service was very good. 5 Stars

The B Hive has been on my radar for a while, but more recently I learned how much a few trusted…read morecoffee expert friends love them. Of course they shot up the priority list! I had a wonderful first experience there. It was such a warm and welcoming environment, both in the gorgeous decor and the amazing staff. I felt at home immediately in a place brand new to me. That's hard to find. They had a perfect balance of letting me get situated and figure stuff out on my own while also guiding and assisting me as well. I had gone with 2 of their October specialty drinks in mind. I still couldn't decide between them, so I went with my brilliant third option I had also been pocketing... order both! So I ordered an Iced Punkin' Chai & a Hot Trick or Treat Latte (both with whole milk). Both were offered hot or iced. I browsed an area they have set up like a mini marketplace with goods from local artists, crafters and vendors. I loved that aspect. While I didn't get anything today, there was a lot that I really adored and was tempted by. Now I'll talk drinks. The Punkin' Chai was chai, milk, pumpkin pie sauce, vanilla whipped topping, & cinnamon. The spices were front and center, which I loved. Clearly high quality and fresh. Extreme depth of flavors. The pumpkin was subtle, but provided a great counterbalance of slightly sweet earthiness. The squash quality really came through. This wasn't a "dessert-y pumpkin pie" drink, and I think I loved it more because of that! The Trick or Treat Latte was espresso, milk, chocolate, caramel, peanut butter syrup, and a chocolate drizzle. Again, the flavors were deep and developed, and it didn't tread into dessert territory. Each flavor came through, and served a purpose. The latte artistry on top was also top tier. This was an extremely elevated and intentionally, carefully crafted drink. Both were, and I was blown away. I can't stress enough how rare THIS level of attention to detail is, and it truly makes a world of difference. I thought prices were relatively average, which I thought was actually impressive given the fact that they are a roaster themselves, is high quality ingredients, and put so much care and attention into their craft (which is often overlooked and definitely worth something in itself). I would very much like to hang out and enjoy a drink there in the future. If it were a bit closer, I'd probably be a regular. Every aspect of my visit was excellent, and I look forward to next time. Definitely be sure to check out The B Hive.

Cozy fall refuge; Cold air, spiced drink, and kindness…read more summed up in a space. A little goat would indeed be so very happy here.

Little Goat How do you cap off a magical month of Mozart at…read moreBard College at Annandale-on-Hudson? By heading to the charming Little Goat at 6380 Mill Street in Rhinebeck, NY! We have been meaning to try it since our neighbors raved about their Thanksgiving meal there last year. We entered and were immediately greeted by a basket of baguettes from Sparrowbush of Hudson at the counter. The browned crust reminded of us of our holy grail of bread from Balthazar that a guest had brought to our home 30 years ago. We've been unable to find a comparable baguette until we found one at the recently shuttered Fletcher & Lu's. We'd make monthly pilgrimages to stock up, and were saddened when our bread fix was no longer available. We snapped one up to test it out (had it for breakfast and it's glorious!) The interior is painted a warm butter yellow, the shelves house white ironstone pitchers, and baskets of wildflowers abound. Simple, but homey, yet at the same time elegant. The table settings are understated, and much like those I grew up with my grandmere from the southwest of France, who settled in the Napa Valley. My cousin Thérèse runs a restaurant in Beauregard in the Lot department that reminds me greatly of the Little Goat. We were in good hands with our server, Lennon (yes, named after THAT Lennon!) She was attentive, animated and very charming. We started with a Churchtown Dairy (Hudson) Copperwaite, local honeycomb with spelt bread appetizer that was on point. For our wine we had 4 glasses of Gamay, Coeur de la Reine, Loire, France 2023 (nice and plummy, but recommend getting a bottle rather than by the glass for a better value!) I had the Roasted Petite Filet, with Smoked Pepper Butter, Tallow-Fried Onions and Bernaise on the side. Tender, flavorful, and a generous portion that was enough for another meal. With that I had the barbecue-spiced crispy potatoes, a perfect combination. My husband had the Rigatoni Pork Ragu, Sourdough Soffrito dusted with Parmigiano. (Disclaimer: after 50 years together, if this dish is on the menu, I know he will order it. He did...and loved it, ranking it among the best he's ever had ), pairing it with Braised Romano Beans, Sofrito, and Smoked Pecorino. For dessert, we "shared" (ok, he had one bite and I devoured the rest) the Chocolate Budino,* Creme Fraiche, Oats dusted with Fleur and topped with a crisp Tuile. * A budino is what you get if a pot de crème hooked up with crème brûlée for a steamy night and had a baby! What is so charming about this restaurant is that it is so family-friendly. Several tables had babies and toddlers galore and it gave the room a welcome liveliness. Definitely not stuffy, and a welcome relief from snooty dining establishments. Kudos to Erin Winters and Taavo Somer for bringing such an extraordinary dining experience to my beloved Hudson Valley. You excel at what you do. And Five Toques to Chef Paragas...you slay!

We loved our visit. What a cool bunch of kitties! It was hard to leave them at the end. All of the…read morecats are obviously well-loved and given individual attention for whatever needs/past hardships they may be going through. I hope they all find their loving forever homes one black kitty was going home with her new family when we were there. In addition to the cat experience, the cafe drinks were delicious. My husband got an iced matcha latte and I got the Ginger Cat. Yum!!

Stayed here for 2 hours with friends and cats and had a blast! Hopefully one day we can adopt from…read morehere

This is our go-to breakfast spot when we're camping in litchfield county. The food is excellent and…read morethere are great vegan sausages.

The food is marvelous. The servers are less so- there is a prevailing attitude that you're being…read moredone a favor by being allowed to purchase food which is off putting. It is the best in the area, but its prominence is enhanced by the flatness of the terrain.

Just awesome from beginning to end Great staff…read moreGreat bar And the food!!!.. omgosh the food is outstanding !!!! It's a must stop anytime. Any day !! Fantastic

Our favorite biker bar with $3 Bud bottles, bike only parking when Chris Tofield plays, and live…read moremusic on Sundays. While this is pretty much a drinking establishment for bikers, it will draw an eclectic crowd on Sundays depending on the band's following. By the looks of the establishment, you wouldn't expect that the food to be as good as it is. On Sundays, if we want a quick bite we order the Sandy's potato Bomb which are fries with various sauces that giving the dish a nice kick. The best meal however, is on Thursdays when prime rib is served. Kim only orders a limited amount so if you want to try it, you must call ahead and reserve your serving. The serving comes with a generous slice of prime rib, heaping pile of mashed potatoes with gravy, and green bean almondine. Definitely worth a try.

We came to Penny Farthing once to celebrate my mom's birthday and really enjoyed ourselves, so when…read morewe were passing through Morris again, we stopped in quickly to grab more of their millionaire bars and sandwiches for lunch. The ladies who own the place are always so pleasant, and we really enjoy their food and baked goods. An adorable spot that we can't wait to come back to again soon!

Who knew you could experience one of the most classic British pastimes just 40 minutes away from…read moreHartford? Tea and scones, British style. This is what we came across while driving through the little town of Morris, Connecticut. Penny Farthing Tea Room & Bakery is an adorable little British themed tea house. The best part? The three ladies running their business are all Brits! Alison, Clare and Deb are so welcoming and they come complete with their authentic British dialects. The inside is very small, homey and comfortable. There's so much British decor and delicate fine china everywhere. Their menu is broad with an assortment of tea of course, scones, sandwiches, soups and salads. I got the Rose Lemonade tea, with a scone. It came with a side of jam and cream. The presentation is stunning. Everything arrived on beautiful fine china, even the little dish for the honey. My friend also got their Chicken Salad Sandwich. I am so impressed, the scone was so fresh and tasty on its own, but adding that jam takes it to a new level. The tea was flavorful and rich. My friend also enjoyed her sandwich, I tried a bit, it was scrumptiously good. We had a lovely time at Penny Farthing Tea Room & Bakery, it is truly an experience to spend some time here.

This place is an absolute gem and was a highlight of my recent trip to the area…read more I was staying in New Paltz and looking for a spot to grab some lunch and maybe get a little work done. I found Karma Road on Yelp--a vegan cafe? Yes, please. It's a small cafe with a few tables inside as well as a few outside. When I arrived, the outdoor seating was full but there was a few tables available inside that were perfect for my needs (dining and working). It's an order at the counter set up. I knew I wanted a sandwich and was leaning toward an avocado sandwich they had on menu. The worker was excessively kind and welcoming. Upon hearing it was my first time there, they asked if I might like a recommendation. I mentioned I was thinking of getting a sandwich. They shared that they're favorite sandwich was the baked tofu. I asked if I could get it with avocado added, they enthusiastically recommended I do so! I did, and my goodness--that sandwich was outta this world. It was absolutely divine. It came with some cucumbers that were seasoned and seemed to have maybe a squeeze of citrus as well? I truly don't know what they had on them but what a simple yet absolutely astoundingly fresh and fabulous side. Whether you're vegan, vegetarian, or simply like good food--seriously, give this gem a shot. It is well worth the stop. Get to it!

Pretty good butternut squash, cashew, jasmine rice soup! Creamy though, had a little too much cumin…read moreor some kind of spice. Probably wouldn't come back, but glad to try this place.

Very comfortable relaxing place to eat. My breakfast sandwich was top notch. Piper was very…read morewelcoming and service was excellent. I will add +1 to the positive reviews Highly recommend.

Absolutely incredible sandwich lunch place. Incredible bakery and delicious food on all fronts.read more

This little place is somewhat of a "drive-by". My husband has been here many years ago, and we…read morewere in the area, so stopped in for lunch. WOW.. what it may lack in ambience, it makes up for in food presentation, taste, smells. I ordered a carnitas burrito. It was fresh, flavorsome, and fantastic portion. Best mexican/latin food statewide. It gets an "A" for Authenticity.

I give up on yelpers in this part of the state...no way this place is 4 stars. NOT even close…read more This place is a one man show the host, chef I would say cleaner but this place is anything but clean. I'm surprised the state has visited them. No staff so tables remain dirty. We were the only people in the restaurant. Now to the food....The which was ok not bad but not four stars at best two stars It's edible. Yelp should remove the four star reviews as they are extremely misleading.