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    The Poughkeepsie Grind

    4.7 (276 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 5:00 pm

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    THE POUGHKEEPSIE GRIND ATMOSPHERE

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    Moderate noise
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    Good for kids

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    Hot Coffee
    Jim P.

    Always a great place to stop if you're in the area. Whether you just want a cup of coffee or need something to eat, this cozy spot is the place. Serving great coffee, breakfast and lunch. The staff here is always friendly and welcoming.

    Honey Pecan Croissant
    Darren G.

    The staff is so friendly and inviting here, always smiling and offering suggestions and while I was eating here, they offered water cups since it was hot and I just had ordered soda. So for the sandwich it was very fresh and piping hot, I had wait for it cool down before eating, never knew I like mushrooms on a breakfast sandwich. Now the Nutella pistachio croissant donut was something I never knew existed but man was it good. So flaky and flavorful with both icing spreads. Honestly all baked good looked good, but have to limit the sweets. Did get a honey pecan croissant bun and it was great, tasted like cinnamon bun with hidden raisins baked in. The candied pecans on tops were delicious and wish they crushed some on the inside roll. The place is pretty cozy and relaxing to enjoy a meal and get out of the sun.

    Good vibes

    I'm in here eating this food right now. I think a tear came to my eye. Not only is everything delicious and clean, but everyone that works here is so nice! If I could give this place 100 stars I would. I will be back for sure. Blessings!

    Iced Coffee
    Bianca S.

    My husband and I came for coffee and ended up having lunch as well. First, I really liked my brown sugar cinnamon iced latte. They had tons of syrup options (including several seasonal ones) that I look forward to trying in the future. But the food: a game changer! They had good options on their menu, for example, an eggplant parm sandwich and a veggie wrap, but were also open to make other meals that were not on the menu (like an omelet). I ended up ordering the veggie wrap and was able to choose between different options of wraps and cheeses, so you end up being able to have very different wraps according to your choices (which I love). And I cannot stress how good it was! The fries on the side were incredibly delicious, and I suspect they were made from scratch there...so fresh! The tomato and basil wrap was surprisingly flavorful. I really loved it. The staff was very friendly and inviting! As soon as my food arrived, they came to me to say that they forgot to put the feta cheese and asked if they could bring it back to make it right. They came back with another perfect wrap. It all happened so fast that I didn't even have a chance to notice the feta was missing in the first place. I was vibing with the early 2000s playlist they had playing and loved it! After our excellent meal, my husband was asking some questions about the coffee, and we were offered a taste of the "crema di caffe"... ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE! It was the perfect end for a great time at this place! (Non-vegetarian note: my husband was very happy about his Philly Sandwich)

    Wall art
    Boulder G.

    My recent visit to the Poughkeepsie Grind was a pleasant experience. I ordered a mocha, and it was easily one of the best I've had during my trip through the Hudson Valley. It was smooth, rich, chocolatey and not too sweet--exactly how I like it! For breakfast, I ordered the egg and cheese sandwich with Swiss and avocado on a Kaiser roll, and a hash brown patty on the side. At $4.49 for the sandwich plus $1.25 for the avocado, and $1.25 for the hash brown, it felt reasonably priced considering the current economy. The sandwich itself was satisfying--simple but well-made. The hash brown was crisp, and everything came out quick, which I appreciated. The vibe here is laid-back, with a mix of skate and urban art on the walls, although I didn't see any actual skateboarding clientele. Most of the patrons seemed to be in their 30s-50s, and many of them were obviously regulars. The decor features art that feels inspired by skateboarding culture, and I later learned some of the smaller, colorful pieces are created by the barista herself, which adds a nice local touch. The music selection was a decent mix of chill classic rock and older and newer chill pop songs--creating a laid-back coffee vibe. It wasn't what I'd consider typical skater music, but it fit the clientele and the overall atmosphere well. Speaking of the staff, the younger barista was friendly, smiled at everyone, and had a modern skater look going on. There was also an older barista who, despite probably never being on a skateboard, was just as nice and welcoming. They also offer a good selection of pastries, bagels, cookies, muffins, and desserts, along with their small menu of breakfast and lunch items. If I lived nearby, I could see myself making this a regular spot. The food is good, the atmosphere is relaxed, and the service is friendly--definitely worth stopping by if you're in the area.

    Ham & Cheese Omelette with toast and egg wrap with turkey sausage & hash browns
    Kervin D.

    Service was excellent and fast. Staff was friendly and attentive. Listed below is what my wife and I ordered. We got the omelette and egg wrap.

    Home fries
    Ophelia M.

    Stopped by The Poughkeepsie Grind on a recent trip to the Hudson Valley for breakfast and coffee. They have build your own breakfast sandwiches. I ordered an egg white, turkey bacon, and American cheese breakfast sandwich. It was after noon and they were out of whatever bread/roll they normally serve breakfast sandwiches on so asked if I'd be ok with either a bagel or croissant (more than ok!). So, I ended up with my breakfast sandwich on a bagel. It was delish! I was pretty hungry and got an order of their home fries. First of all--the home fries portion was huge! I happily nibbled some for my breakfast and finished them up later in my hotel room for lunch. In addition to potatoes, they had green peppers and onions. Really, everything one expects from a serving of home fries. I also got their white mocha. It tasted more like a latte (kind of wondered if they forgot the white mocha sauce) but was aok nonetheless. The service was lovely and the prices were reasonable. Get to it!

    BLT with Avocado
    Tanya B.

    BLT with Avocado ($11), comes with a side a chips. Straight up... Whoever made this sandwich, made it for themselves! It was huge and delicious. The B, L & the T were fresh and crispy! The bread was soft and the avocado & mayo were creamy and held everything together! I got the Green Tea Kombucha. I was nervous - but it was GOOD if you like Kombucha *but expensive*. The coffee smelled scrumptious, but I'll have to try that next time when I not eating their huge sandwiches. THUMBS UP! Rating based off my first time there and my sandwich.

    White mocha with a view
    Sam E.

    Looking for a quick caffeine fix before venturing off over the Hudson? Look no further than the Grind! Inside is a cozy space with artwork lining the walls, a perfect place to push out a few hours of work. I ordered a mocha and white mocha and after a bit of a wait, my order was ready. Both the mocha and white mocha were surprisingly not too sweet. The mocha had a nice bitterness to it but once you hit the end, you ended up sipping on chocolate sludge. So be warned! The white mocha on the other hand was creamy and smooth all the way to the end. A perfect treat to beat the autumnal chill. Although it may be one of the only coffee shops in the area, the Poughkeepsie Grind is a wonderful choice for caffeination!!

    Incorrect Sandwich

    I was really disappointed because I liked going to this cafe in the past! However, I'd ordered a more expensive vegetarian sandwich to-go, and they gave me a different sandwich I couldn't eat and couldn't refund me. Sad to have spent $9 on a different sandwich and not haven been able to get a refund!

    Jennifer T.

    Friendly, efficient service, nice ambiance, comfortable seating, delicious wraps and breakfast sandwiches, and good coffee.

    Egg Sandwich, with tomato and mushrooms
    Elizabeth X.

    Popped in here to do some work since I had a couple hours to kill. They open pretty early, which is a plus. 6 tables indoors with access to outlets. Staff is SOOOO kind. You can tell this is a local favorite and they have many regulars. Gives a very homey feel :) I ordered an egg sandwich. It's served on a kaiser roll. Not bad, probably wouldn't order again, personally. Kind of wish I ordered something else! Their waffles looked bomb. Prices are pretty fair. They have wifi. I'd come back again!

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    4 years ago

    Staff were amazingly sweet! Coffee was nice and the food was delicious! I very much enjoyed my visit here.

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    Thank you for stopping by and the kind words Ann.

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    2 years ago

    Great breakfast & coffee - BEC sandwiches and egg wrap for the family, terrific latte

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    Best mushroom & egg wrap ever, friendly service and quick turnaroud. Will be my new go-to on the way to the train.

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    Thank you very much for the kind words Sears! Glad to be of service!

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    Thank you for the visit and kind words!

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    Best breakfast spot in Poughkeepsie in my opinion.. It's a quaint spot near the water. customer service is always A1

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    Love the coffee, but their breakfast falls behind--otherwise, a solid spot that main street needs.

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    Thank you feedback D! Hope to see you again soon. Cheers!

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