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    The Windham Local

    4.3 (131 reviews)
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    Casual
    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Chicken quesadilla
    Brian M.

    Great spot Loved the food and the staff and atmosphere was great. I've had breakfast and lunch here and both has been great.

    husband's sandwich... gray man. Supposed to chew through this? Inedible

    If I could do Zero stars I would. First, this is my second visit here. My daughter brought me here in May for lunch. We had Thai Food then and it was very good. Today I returned with my husband for lunch. Ordered two iced teas, two steak sandwiches ($29 ea), prepaid at counter, and it was $85 with tax and tip. We found a table and waited 30 min in a nearly empty restaurant. Let me say, I don't mind paying for great food and have come to lower my expectations post pandemic to mediocre to good being normal. This didn't even reach the mediocre threshold. We were served inedible steak sandwiches. The ribeye steak was not even cut up or ideally sliced. Had they tried slicing it they would have known it was nothing but a tough, grizzled, chunk of meat. I tried to eat it. My husband gave up sooner. I gave it about three bites each thinking it would get better and I was hungry (contributing to poor judgment in selecting the place). After chewing each bite endlessly, I was left with a piece of nasty grizzle and fat that had to be spat out into my napkin. After a few bites I had a pile of grizzle. Disgusting. We left. Under no circumstances would I recommend eating at this establishment. What a disappointment. As we were leaving I overheard the person working the counter tell a customer who wanted an egg sandwich to order, "No we can't do that, we order the egg in premade." OMG, go elsewhere.

    truffle grilled cheese
    Happy C.

    very cute breakfast place on main Street. good latte. we had the breakfast sandwich with ham, also the truffle grilled cheese with tomato soup. sandwiches were delicious, the soup is a bit salty.

    Spaghetti with Italian sausage  Steak sandwich  Chai latte
    Aimee H.

    Great food and drinks with super friendly staff. The interior is super cosy feeling with great ambiance. We had the pork soup dumplings, steak sandwich, and spaghettini with Italian sausage which were all super tasty. We also had a chai latte and a thai tea. The Thai tea wasn't as quite sweet as what I've had else where but it was still absolutely delicious! The friendly staff and the soup dumplings are definitely the highlights of this place. Definitely visit if you are in Windham :)

    Steak Sandwich (left) and Chicken Portabella  Wrap (right)
    Stephen L.

    Nice modern coffee shop with a spacious interior and quality coffee and breakfast/lunch food options. I got the Steak Sandwich, which had ribeye steak, mushrooms, cheese, and chimichurri sauce on ciabatta bread with a side salad. The sandwich was really tasty, as the steak was very tender and cut into comfortably sized pieces. The cheese was nice and melted inside and the mushrooms were good as well. The ciabatta bread was a good level of softness and crispiness on the outside. $24.50 for this sandwich which includes ribeye steak is reasonable. The place itself is nice with wooden tables and chairs. The tall ceilings give the space a very open feel, and there is a decent amount of seating inside. You order up at the counter and they can bring you your food or call out your name when your drink/food is ready. The staff are moderately friendly and the service speed is pretty good. The place is located in the main area of town, so you will likely have to find street parking. Overall, I would highly recommend The Windham Local if you are looking for a casual yet nice breakfast/lunch spot or a morning coffee.

    Couldn't eat the pad thai without risking a stroke from all the salt they put in the meal.

    How this place received a 4.4 is beyond me. If I could give this place a negative 1 star I would. I seldom write a negative review but with my recent experience at this facility I will make an exception. Upon entering the establishment I wasn't sure if they were open since I was the only patron at the restaurant and I clearly see why. The waitress who served me looked like she was having a bad day and clearly showed it through the grimace on her face. She reluctantly took our order of pork soup dumplings, my wife had a shrimp pad thai and I had a stir fry veggies with steak. The soup dumplings clearly tasted as if it was bought from trader joes and heated up in a microwave, my steak stir fry was tasteless and my wife shrimp pad thai was extremely salty, it felt like they dump a bottle of table salt on the meal. The meal was vile and odious, when my wife complained about her meal being salty the waitress simply said, "deal with it, thats the way our chef makes it." Along with a slew of nasty comments she made. When I went to complain to the manager, she simply didn't care and was just as dismissive. For a meal that cost just as high as a 5star restaurant in nyc, you would at least expect good service. I can't see this business lasting through the winter. I advice you to please stay away at all cost. Eating a discarded McDonald's meal from a dumpster is more appetizing than the crap they serve here.

    The Catskills Cuban and Chicken Portobello wrap
    Mala L.

    4.5 stars. Really nice, spacious coffee shop/café. Super fresh ingredients and a substantial food and drink menu. They even had beer/wine/brunch cocktails. The coffee was solid- they use beans from Oslo Coffee Roasters. We stayed in the area for two nights and ended up eating here for lunch as soon as we got in and then breakfast before heading home. I had the Catskill Cuban and my fiancé had the chicken portobello wrap. Food took some time to come out but was clearly freshly made to order. I don't normally go for Cuban sandwiches but tried this version because they use roasted chicken and ham instead of the traditional roasted pork and ham. The sandwich was lighter with the chicken but still had some of the salty, tangy flavors of a traditional Cuban which was perfect for me. Breakfast a couple days later did not disappoint either. I had the quiche with tomato, feta, and asparagus as well as a scone. My fiancé had the breakfast burrito which he said was filling but a little bland. This place is a no brainer whether you live in the area or are visiting. Prices were comparable to NYC coffee shop/café prices.

    Gary L.

    Great coffee spot , plus much more. Attentive staff , friendly service. Joseph's favorite.

    Overcooked spaghetti and watery marinara -- don't bother ordering this, it's terrible.  (Ate pasta with chopsticks as a goof.)

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    Amazing cafe, great coffee, solid food. Best breakfast sandwich ever!! Favorite coffee shop in Windham. Thanks guys!!

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    Fellow Mountain Cafe

    Fellow Mountain Cafe

    4.1(94 reviews)
    7.0 mi
    $$

    We are pretty consistent Fellows patrons. Their coffee is great- even just the drip is very…read moreflavorful but a latte is a treat. Their baked goods- yes, the cinnamon rolls but don't overlook the seasonal GF cake they have- dates, cranberries- it's always delicious. The lentil bowl or the Lockwood are both savory morning choices and hit the right flavors and the scene is ... always the scene. Servers get the food and coffees out quickly even when it's busy

    The cinnamon roll was easily the best I've had in a while! The frosting was smooth and creamy, the…read moresweetness was just right, and the texture was incredibly soft. I honestly could've eaten two in one sitting because it was that delicious. The coffee was just alright. My daughter enjoyed her iced tea, but I personally like my drinks on the sweeter side, and it didn't quite hit the mark for me. The sandwiches were good, but they didn't really stand out. I think adding some type of spread or sauce would have elevated the flavors. The sourdough bread was really good--light and airy--and the combination of fried egg, spinach, and cheese paired nicely together. My daughter's egg sandwich, however, was a little bland. Overall, it's a very cute café with both indoor and outdoor seating. The atmosphere was nice and cozy. The only downside was that the bathroom was a little dirty. People really need to learn how to use the toilet properly or clean up after themselves!

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    Interior behind the counter

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    The Thompson House Cafe

    The Thompson House Cafe

    4.1(9 reviews)
    1.1 mi
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    I have three major issues with this hotel: not friendly, doesn't honor billing methods advertised,…read moreand not clean. 1: The staff in the main office have no idea that they are working in the hospitality industry. They are rude, unfriendly, skip phrases like welcome and thank you. I was not asked if I liked my stay, and it was clear that charging my credit card was the highest priority... I have no problems paying my bills and they just seemed to make this a confrontational issue for no reason!!! 2: I made my reservation though Priceline.com using my American Express card. The hotel staff called my "work number" instead of my cell number to inform me that they were going to refuse to charge my American Express card after my reservation was confirmed on Priceline.com. Luckily I called the hotel to verify my reservation and the hotel staff then demanded another card from me with no apology stating they they "do not accept American Express". Obviously this hotel is not in compliance with Priceline policy and is violating their agreement. I will take this up with Priceline as well! 3: if you like killing flies in your room in the middle of winter you will love your room! Because I killed three flies in my room and was amazed to see them with snow on the ground outside! This hotel will advertise old charm but I would say its better said that this hotel is old and falling apart. In summary If you don't expect hotel staff to smile or respect you, honor your reservation made through 3rd parties, or the billing methods that they are elected to accept then is is the hotel for you! E bugs in your room are just a bonus!!!

    Very clean, beautiful view. Friendly and helpful staff. Second time staying during COVID and we'll…read morebe back again!

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    The Thompson House Cafe
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    The Thompson House Cafe - Beautiful view of the Batavia Kill that surrounds the property.

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    Beautiful view of the Batavia Kill that surrounds the property.

    Garden Cafe at Woodstock - Appetizer....quesadilla.

    Garden Cafe at Woodstock

    4.4(554 reviews)
    19.7 mi
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    I love the GC. The food is incredible, service amazing and ambiance so pleasant and Woodstocky!…read more Dishes are very well seasoned, regardless of the fact there is no meat. You should really give it a try, even if not vegan or vegetarian. An A++++.

    The Garden Cafe is a favorite that we wish we could visit more often. It is an unparalleled spot…read morefor vegan comfort food. Their menu is extensive and impressive; they have some all-star dishes on their permanent menu as well as a rotating daily menu with a legendary lineup of seasonal items. I really appreciate that they have dishes that are hard to come by such as lentil loaf and lasagna, and these never disappoint. The lentil loaf is unique; it is a little brick of lentils (not your traditional sliceable mush of breadcrumbs and minced veggies). It's very well seasoned and the tomato sauce on top is not overly sweet. The mashed potatoes and mushroom gravy and (very) garlicky greens make it a great meal. The lasagna is one of my favorite dishes. It's pasta-free and just made from layers of sliced zucchini and other veggies sandwiched with their delicious crumbly housemade cashew cheese. The herby tomato sauce is super flavorful. The side salad and garlic bread that accompany it are great also; an ultra comforting meal. We enjoyed the macro meal, although honestly not as much as the other dishes. The pan-seared tofu was delicious, but the arame seaweed salad was super seaweedy and salty - a bit much for me. I'm also not sure why they didn't serve it in a bowl, which would have made the rice etc. easier to eat. It seemed to be missing something - perhaps avocado, or a hunk of sweet potato. A few items at the Garden Cafe are a little perplexing, compared to how perfect most of their food is. The tempeh is just ok. It's heavily marinated in a sweet and salty sauce and kind of strange. Also disappointing that it's just a big brand tempeh rather than one of the local tempeh brands available in the area. The housemade focaccia is also bizarre. The texture made me think it was gluten-free (but it's not). Is it whole wheat?? If that's the case, awesome, but they should mention that on the menu, so you aren't taken aback when you don't get pillowy airy bread and instead get something flat and gray that could be mistaken for a biscotti. We LOVE the Garden Cafe and wish more places like this existed serving organic classic meals. We wish they would open a location in New York City, but until then, we will be making the drive!

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    Garden Cafe at Woodstock - Front row

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    Garden Cafe at Woodstock - Rice and beans burrito with side salad and delicious sauces

    Rice and beans burrito with side salad and delicious sauces

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    Catskill Mountain Country Store - Windham - Tall Tale ($16.99)

    Catskill Mountain Country Store - Windham

    4.4(186 reviews)
    0.4 mi
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    I did not expect to be so charmed by this place. You step into a cozy country shop filled with…read morebaked goods, toys, home decor, jams, hot sauces, jellies, apparel, and more. But it's much more than a store; its also a restaurant, there is even a playground, a small maple syrup museum, and even a few farm animals. There were a couple of cats roaming around the perimeter, and luckily I was able to sneak in a few pets. As for the restaurant - the portions are gigantic, and everything is cooked fresh with organic, non GMO ingredients. My group ordered breakfast, while I wanted to get something from the lunch menu. I ended up getting a Philly sandwich. It was cheesy, smothered with onions, with tender beef, and served on a toasty bread. I devoured this sandwich. One piece of advice - If you visit on the weekend, be prepared to wait, because this place gets slammed.

    MUST VISIT spot when you are in the Catskills!…read more Look through a massive array of homemade and local made goods at the Catskill Mountain Country Store in Windham. They seriously have everything. Homemade jams and jellies, honey, sauces, syrups and more! Baked goods, breads, fudge, condiments, pickles, and so so much more! This is a non-negotiable stop every time I am in the Catskills. I always find something new and delicious to try. Not homemade but locally made soaps and tons of other goodies. They have it all here. Candy, decorations, merch and more. There is also a dining area, ice cream, coffee bar, and even a farm out back with animals you can go look at and a teeny, tiny maple museum that's worth peaking your head in. My bf has been coming here since he was a kid, and now we make a tradition to stop here every single time we are upstate. I couldn't imagine going up and not stopping here.

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    Catskill Mountain Country Store - Windham - Fruit preserves, sauces, seasonings... Bacon

    Fruit preserves, sauces, seasonings... Bacon

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    Catskill Mountain Country Store - Windham - Cup of Coffee ($2.50) - free refills!

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    Cup of Coffee ($2.50) - free refills!

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