Top notch cocktails, food and ambience. Will definitely come back again. ... mandatory text, and…read morefiller to reach the word limit..

I love craft cocktails and dig everything about The Hereafter. Ambiance and service have been…read morememorably great and the drink menu is wonderfully creative. The mixologists are as good as any at top bars in the country and we're thrilled to have this as part of our local scene. Where does one go after Death & Co? The Hereafter, of course!

Nice pub atmosphere. Excellent burger and chicken Caesar salad. The staff were very attentive and…read morepleasant. I plan on returning. Good vibes.

We were looking for a late night bite after a bit of a disappointing dinner (I promise I'm not…read morealways negative) and stumbled upon this because their kitchen was open later and it was within walking distance. We walked in and there was a decent amount of people sitting at the bar and a few tables available. The place is juuuust the right size to be cozy but also spacious. Also for a classified 'dive bar' it was pretty clean as well. They had a good draft list (according to my boyfriend) and the service was very quick and friendly. Additionally, prices were very fair. Now to the best part, the chicken sandwich. Wow! Just wow! I ordered the Killah Bee and it was perfect. It was breaded to perfection and definitely not previously frozen! The chicken itself was a large piece, maybe 2? The sauce was sooo good. The fries were your basic fries but it didn't matter because the sandwich was the star of the show. Do yourself a favor and order a side of ranch. I think it's homemade and it's sooo good. (And I'm extremely qualified to judge ranch) Long story short, just go here and order the chicken sandwich. (With a side of ranch)

A Community Venue Changed…read more The Egremont Barn, now operating as Buttonball Barn, was once a cornerstone of local music and community gathering. Because of our long-standing connection to the space, my husband and I chose it for our wedding celebration, placing our deposit with the previous owners, who were professional and supportive throughout the process. After the property changed ownership, we still proceeded with our event in October. This celebration held particular significance, as my father was seriously ill at the time, and we were grateful he was able to attend. Unfortunately, our experience with the new ownership raised serious concerns about professionalism, transparency, and respect for both clients and staff. On the day of the event, the owner attempted to impose additional charges not outlined in our contract. This included a demand for a $500 fee for using a room to get ready--a space she had explicitly told me I could use earlier in the day, noting it was acceptable despite the building being under construction. While I was getting ready, she entered the room while my mother and a family friend were assisting me and removed a rug from beneath them, stating that I "wasn't supposed to use the room all day." I chose not to address this at the time in order to preserve the tone of the day. Throughout the event, the owner was also openly drinking at the open bar, which had been paid for by my father. As the night concluded, she insisted that I personally break down the entire venue either immediately or first thing the following morning--despite knowing I had family visiting--or I would be charged for a cleaning crew. This expectation had not been communicated beforehand and was not included in the contract. When I suggested discussing it the next day, she continued to press the issue and confronted my husband, who attempted to redirect the conversation. To avoid further escalation, my friends and I cleaned the venue that night--while I was still in my wedding dress. She later stated that she would retain space heaters I had purchased in exchange for waiving the disputed room fee. When I noted that none of these charges or arrangements were contractually agreed upon, she responded, "I'm expensive, and I'm not in the contract either, honey," in reference to her being casted on The Real Housewives of New York City. Additionally, her conduct toward long-standing staff members--many of whom had supported the venue for years--was concerning and contributed to an atmosphere that felt transactional rather than community-centered. Some of those staff members have since left the venue. What was most troubling was the timing and context. The attempts to extract additional money occurred at the end of a wedding celebration involving a seriously ill parent, placing unnecessary stress on a family during an already significant moment. The Egremont Barn once represented collaboration, music, and mutual respect. Under its current ownership, that spirit appears to have shifted toward aesthetics and revenue at the expense of community and care. I encourage readers to proceed with caution, ask detailed questions, and ensure all expectations are clearly documented in writing before booking events there.

Unique, fun, friendly staff great music and great drinks - what else could you want…read moreWill join the Griswold in Essex, CT as a favorite Inn and tavern

Picked up the smoked maple bourbon at a farmer's market yesterday. Unlike most of the bourbons at…read morefarmer's markets or similar, this one is very good. Really liked the black walnut as well but purchased this one. They both have a nice edge to them along with the started flavor profile. And, that it's woman owned is a bonus in terms of the purchase. Glad to support them and also take home a nice bottle of bourbon. Cheers!

Excellent spirits. Friendly knowledgeable staff. Woman Owned Spirits. Nice little backyard with…read morefire pit and frisbee bowling. Food trucks most weekends. Can't wait to go back.

I recently stopped by Hy's Fried in South Egremont and had such a great experience from start to…read morefinish. The food alone is worth the trip, the chicken was perfectly crispy on the outside, tender and juicy on the inside, and seasoned just right. You can tell they pay attention to the details, from the freshness to the balance of flavors. Even the sides felt thoughtfully prepared and not like an afterthought. What really elevated the visit, though, was the staff. Everyone was genuinely warm and welcoming without being overbearing. They seemed to take real pride in what they were serving, and it showed in the care they put into everything. The vibe is relaxed, friendly, and unpretentious, the kind of place where you instantly feel comfortable. It has that small-town charm but with a level of quality that stands out. Hy's feels like a spot that truly cares about the full experience, not just the food. Definitely a place I'll be returning to.

All gone. No loss. We were there a few times. Tried several things. None were especially good and…read morethey were overpriced. No matter. It's closed. Before that it was vacant for years.

Yum all around. If you're staying at the Alander this is a…read moremust try! This beautifully decorated restaurant is attached to the hotel and has the same attentive staff as the hotel. Everyone was absolutely fabulous. We took advantage of tomato season and got their delicious tomato salad and ricotta toast as appetizers. Both were sinfully tasty and you could taste to farm to table aspect. I got the lobster roll and my boyfriend got the steak. Both fantastic. Everything really tasted fresh and natural. Can't wait to come back whenever we stay at the hotel again!

All of the above. Ordered the short ribs and it was just a…read morebig chunk of meat sitting in a bowl of watery polenta mixed with so many different things. And I've never had short ribs that was like a block of meat cold in the center like it just came out of the refrigerator. A typical restaurant where whoever is creating these dishes thinks that more equals more when it's less equals more. After just returning from London, and Bologna, this was such a disappointment. I wish chefs would understand that delicious cuisine is best with minimal ingredients that are incredibly fresh.

Do you like to be treated as though you are family and/or a friend? If so then this is the place…read morefor you .... Good fun!

Alex and his team are great. They do what they say they will do and do it all very well. Whether…read morefixing your boat or giving you some food

Came here for brunch on a Saturday, and I was blown away by the food. I candidly did not expect…read morethis to be my favorite meal in Hudson, notably as we had many incredible meals. We had eaten breakfast about an hour prior, so I wasn't feeling hungry at all... but that quickly changed upon first bite of my meal. I ordered the Savory Porridge, which came with a soft boiled egg, oyster mushrooms, chili crisp sauce (resembles Chinese Lao Gan Ma), and was topped with crispy rice noodles. This. Was. Incredible. I can't stress enough how perfectly the flavors, textures, and ingredients came together. You'll understand what I mean upon first bite. I also had bites of the Grapefruit Brûlée and Biscuit. Both were such a delight. The biscuit was shockingly incredible... on par with high tea in London. The ambiance was festive (came the weekend after Christmas), cozy, and charming. Amazing experience all around.

Best meal of my life. Best restaurant in Hudson. Effrin, the chef & owner is brilliant. 10/10 on…read moreall levels including how beautiful it is inside. I feel like I'm in my secret private restaurant!

My partner and I have come here twice, and enjoyed ourselves both times. The music is great, the…read morestaff are welcoming, and the space is cute. The food menu is definitely limited, better for snacks than a meal. We got the esquites and it was ok, though a fairly small portion and the corn was either overcooked or canned. Either way, a shame at the height of local corn season. The cocktail menu seemed to highlight edgy and unconventional flavor pairings, which is generally my favorite kind of cocktail but both times the ones available were a bridge too far for my tastes. The wine list seems great, but each time I've asked questions the server or bartender has said they haven't tried it and had to go get the owner/manager. I've ordered local beer (none on tap, sadly, but some good local cans) and martinis, some of which are served in little swing top bottles on ice. When the bill came, I was shocked that our standard martinis cost $17 each, which was inexplicably more expensive than the fancy cocktails on the high proof menu (which all ranged from $14-16).

More folks need to review Padrona on Yelp because it's a super fun spot with great drinks and a…read moretruly unique food menu. I've been here twice and both times were enjoyable. The second time it was oddly empty, but I generally have few complaints. The cocktails are delicious and original, and the list of tinned fish is unusual and vast. Sure, the food menu might not be for everyone (the few other reviews mention that the food is strange and/or unapproachable), but if you put aside your reservations what's offered really is quite good. I hope Padrona picks up in the coming months/years, because it's got great energy and has lots of potential. Most recently, we came here around around 8:30 on a Thursday night. As I mentioned, it was pretty empty. A few parties inside, a few outside. Not sure if it was just a down night or if people haven't discovered yet, but no matter. The place certain has potential for great vibes: good music, beautiful decor, nice feng shui. We ended up sitting at the bar just to get a front row seat to the action, which is always fun. I would say Padrona is much more of a drinks destination than a food destination, but we wanted to get a sense of the full menu so we ordered both, Drinks-wise, we like just about everything we tried. I started with the Haus Martini (olive oil washed gin, cocchi americano, salers, pickled tomato), which was such a smooth and elegant martini variation. I then tried the Pretty Hot Thing (mezcal, ancho reyes, yellow bell pepper, serrano pepper, honey), which had all the right components of a good mezcal drink - spice, smokiness, and vegetals notes. I finished with the most nightcap-worthy drink on the menu, the Smoke Gets in Your Eye (scotch, amaro china china, porter syrup) which was smoky, rich, and just delicious. My partner tried the OG Slush (mezcal, thai chili infused aperol, smoked agave, lime, sumac) and the French Gold (cognac, ginger liqueur, oro blanco grapefruit, honey, preserved grapefruit), and he preferred the flavor profile of the French Gold. The food here is fun and unique. I wouldn't recommend making a dinner out of it as we did (more on that in a moment), but I don't regret our approach. We ended up getting the English Pea and Mint Hummus, the Charcuterie and Cheese Board, the Nuri Spiced Mackerel, and the Razor Clams. I would say our favorites were the hummus and clams, but everything was solid. What I did not expect was the sheer amount of bread/crostini we received for dipping. Nothing could have prepared us for that! We ended up taking the leftovers home but in retrospect perhaps we could have ordered one fewer thing.

Excellent service, professional staff and great food!…read more Menu offers nice variety with specials as well as craft beers.

Such a friendly and welcoming place to go for dinner and drinks. The food is always delicious and…read morethere is definitely something for everyone! Weekly specials are always a big hit.