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    The Hoffman House

    4.1 (166 reviews)
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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Bacon and Cheddar
    Andy M.

    On vacation my job was to find the best burger and I succeeded! On the hottest of summer days, we sat inside the tavern's dark wooden booths and cooled down with some brews. The waitress and staff were super friendly and accommodating. The building is incredible, feels like you've stepped back in time. We ordered the mushroom, onions and Swiss burger and the bacon, cheddar burger. Black Angus beef so perfect!!! The fries were great as was the coleslaw and pickle. The exact plate you want to see when you are in search of the best burger in town!

    Ashlee D.

    Arrived on a Friday afternoon and quickly found parking across the street as their lot was full. Got seated right away and our waitress was very pleasant. I'm pretty sure I read the building was built in the 1600's which is just incredible. You can just feel the history in there! We were there during lunch hours but the kitchen agreed to make us calamari from their dinner appetizer menu which was so kind. It was crispy and delicious. My husband had the French dip with sweet potato fries and said the sandwich was one of the best he's had. I had the lamb sandwich which is such a unique offering I had to order it! Also delicious and cooked to a perfect medium rare. We would highly recommend it!

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    Mary P.

    From the time we called to change our 7:00 reservation to a 3:30 time slot (due to pending snowstorm), the staff was exceptionally warm and understanding. We asked to be seated near a fire place for sweet ambiance and had the perfect table for two! The Roast beef Napoleon was my husband's choice and the focaccia bun was overflowing! My fish and chips also made the colonial experience superb! I would highly recommend eating here! Everything was great and glad we beat the snow!

    Jason B.

    b.overly_delicious @hoffmanhousetavern Kingston,NY: So i'm embarrassed to say, I've never been to the Hoffman House. Like ever! Some close friends of mine, finally dragged me in to experience the colonial pilgrim vibes of the original stockade. Checked the menu online and couldn't believe the prices! Everyone in our group had the French onion soup. Below the gooey mozzarella (I believe) lies a deep bowl of black pepper and onion broth. Very good and very much pepper forward. So much so, you little get a chew of peppercorns in your mouth after each bite. I love black pepper so this was fine with me. Rueben and fries ($12), Bacon cheeseburger ($14), and the garlic steak sandwich ($13.5) all served with fries were properly portioned for the price. This must be the best deal in town! Absolute deliciousness! Garlic steak stacked with garlic butter dripping out of the roll and smeared with blue cheese. The standard battered fries were seasoned which I haven't seen before (my favorite frozen variety). Waitress was extremely pleasant and accommodating. This place is like stepping back in time but not the 60s, 70, or even 50s. We are talking 1800-1700s. Felt like a real pilgrim. Where's the grogg? #kingston #hoffmanhouse #stockcade #burger #frenchonionsoup #hveats #hvfoodies #eater #igfood #reuben #house #pilgrims #hudsonvalley #ulster #ulstereateriesunfiltered @above_weddings

    Scallops Marsala
    Jacklyn K.

    Was seriously wowed by dinner here! It's been recommended for a long time and this winter we finally made it in. Quaint and warm and perfect for colder weather as we were seated right by the fire place. Hearty, delicious food and attentive service. French leaning menu with something for everyone. Everything we ordered was delicious and for the quality of seafood/meat and the portion size the prices were more than reasonable. Lovedddd the French onion soup and the calamari buffalo style. My partner loved the seafood pasta which was well seasoned and deliciously decadent without being too heavy or creamy. The scallop Marsala served over mashed potatoes was cooked to perfection. I didn't get a chance to try but garlic steak also had rave reviews . Hoffman house definitely earned these five stars! Great option in Kingston.

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    We visited once and can't wait to go back. The food was delicious, service was wonderful and the restored old building was charming.

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    Decent sandwiches and good French onion soup. Enjoyed it and will likely be back. Decent price too

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    food was gteat service outstanding!! staff really cared! I wouldn't hesitate to recommend to anyone

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    Best steak sandwich. Loved it, and the ambiance was inside. I highly recommend Hoffman House for lunch or dinner.

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