5 STARS - The Best Takeout in Poughkeepsie at Lola's Café…read more Lola's Café is hands-down one of my favorite spots in Poughkeepsie. Their takeout is absolutely amazing -- always fresh, fast, and full of flavor. They make the best homemade black bean burger I've ever had. It's perfectly seasoned, hearty, and honestly unbeatable. The café itself is cute inside, with a warm, cozy vibe, but it truly shines as the perfect takeout spot. Whether you're grabbing lunch on the go or picking up dinner after a long day, Lola's never disappoints. I also love their daily specials -- creative, delicious, and always something new to look forward to. Service is always great! If you want consistently great food with a homemade touch, Lola's Café is a must.

I originally chose Lola's for its location -- halfway between me and the friend I was meeting. She…read moreis also gluten-free, so wanted to be sure she had many options. And boy did they!! I'm sharing again that I rarely give 5 stars for a first-time visit, but Lola's gets it. Yes, it's small -- but it's not cramped. You just want to get there early if you're dining in. What we had was so fresh and delicious -- my friend got a sort of bowl with fresh apples and grilled chicken, and I got the cobb salad. Delicious, not overwhelming, but perfectly filling. Can't wait to return -- my goal is to eat my way through the entire menu. :)

I always liked the original in Beacon, so seeing this location made me happy! My go to are the…read morehotdog & most recently the chicken tandoori sandwich. The chicken sandwich is a special right now but it's sooo damn good. There is a decent tap selection and average priced mixed drinks. Cocktails are creative and tasty. Staff is super friendly and helpful, quick service.

Fries too greasy. You can tell right away when they are served. Will never return. Had diarrhea the…read morenext day. I should have just thrown them away.

I had been to the other location and wanted my family to give them a try. So it only made sense…read morethat we stop at the original location. We stopped here on the way to the airport and were immediately amazed with the customer service. John and Brady were phenomenal. We ordered the small Italian club with Chicken cutlet and the Vittorio. We also got a large Muffaletta with the olive salad on the side, pesto chips, mixed pickled veggies salad and a cannoli. We wanted to change since we were going to the airport so we had to use the restroom. That's where we encountered John. He is such a lovely man. He was so sweet and I enjoyed our conversation. My sister was throughly impressed with Brady's customer service. He made her feel at home and was very friendly. All of our food was good. They devoured the veggie salad on the car ride to the airport and we ate some of the sandwiches too. The portions are big and you can share. The 3 sandwiches we got were plenty for our family of 6 plus leftovers. Rossi Rosticceria Deli 45 S Clover St Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 (Review 50 in 2025 and 893 overall)

I work in town every now and then. On a cold Friday afternoon, I found this spot after a quick Yelp…read moresearch. It is located on a back street with not much activity, and I was able to find parking quickly, which is key when you are on a work break. As soon as I walked in, the smells and sights of an authentic Italian deli were exactly what you hope for. There is a menu with plenty to choose from and a pastry case that I already know I will be coming back to try next time. I went with the Blue Ribbon panini, and in about ten minutes I had a hefty sandwich wrapped and ready to go. When I sat down to eat and picked it up, it did not disappoint. Chicken cutlet, ham, honey mustard, roasted tomatoes, Swiss cheese, and great bread. Everything blended together perfectly. On the first bite, the chicken cutlet burned my mouth in the best way possible. The tomatoes and honey mustard tied it all together and made it incredibly satisfying. I could only eat half because it was such a heavy sandwich. My dad finished the other half and shared the same appreciation for a really good panini. The next time I am working nearby, I know exactly where I am going, and I will definitely be trying the cannoli and the black and white cookies. 5 out of 5 stars.

You know you're in a special place when they have a plate with a fork and knife for your pizza…read more Reminds me of Naples, Italy. This is my first time eating Detroit style pizza and H&P didn't disappoint. The place was small, with seatings for 2, a bar top overlooking the maestros, and a communal table in the middle. Noticed a lot of take outs. People also stopped by to take their pizza next door to the bar. This is not your average pizza place. It does take a while to get your pizza. We ordered the wings and were done with that... and the pizza was still waiting to be served. I'm sure those take outs had something to say about that. I would say, approximately, that maybe we waited around 20 or more for the pie. Something to keep in mind. You'll have to wait for that bite.

The service was so friendly and sweet, the lady that was a server was so kind, plus when I had…read morequestions she answered no problem. Nice to be valued as customer Even if you order to go. So I got the ambassador pizza, flaky crunchy crust, gooey cheese, savory tomato sauce and very salty pepperoni what's not to love. Chicago deep dish is hard to come by but here it's nailed just right. For ice cream sandwich man very good, love the crust and ice cream was so smooth, I do wish I came in season they had strawberry one, but this one was very good regardless. Definitely want to try the chicken parm pizza next visit

If you're in the Eastdale area, might want to stop in for a smoothie here. I'm a little on the…read morefence about this place since it's super expensive but it's very cute and a great place to sit with a friend. My order was receiving mixed reviews: the salad I got was very small and the bowl did not allow for mixing, so a messy endeavor at best. The staff is really friendly, so the service hits a five. Loss of stars is for the price and the inconsistent quality of the ingredients.

After indulging in way too many fried and heavy foods during my trip, I was really craving…read moresomething light and refreshing before heading back to the city. I'm so glad I found this spot--it was exactly what I needed to reset. Food: 4/5 I ordered an ahi tuna poke bowl and a smoothie, and overall, it hit the mark. The tuna wasn't the best I've ever had, but it was still solid--fresh enough and well-balanced with the toppings. The smoothie, though, was delicious. I'd honestly come back just for that alone--it was cooling, clean, and packed with flavor. Atmosphere: 5/5 The interior design here is beautiful--very calm, airy, and just a peaceful place to sit for a bit. It felt like the kind of space where you could relax, journal, or just quietly enjoy a meal without the bustle of a typical café. Really appreciated that. Service & Price: This is more of a counter-service place--order at the front and grab a seat. No complaints there; everything came out pretty quickly and the staff was kind. As far as price goes: yes, it's on the higher end. A bowl + smoothie can easily run you over $30 which feels like a lot when compared to, say, a hearty Italian sandwich around the corner. But I get it--healthy food often just costs more. For me, it was worth it this time around. Overall: If you're in the area and looking to take a break from heavier meals, this is a lovely spot. It's not a cheap bite, but it's fresh, clean, and satisfying. I'll definitely be back for a smoothie if I'm nearby.

Great pizza, great bar. It was busy but they did everything to make us welcome. Would definitely go…read moreback again.

Wonderful service, reasonable prices, and definite pride in their pizzas. Very impressive…read more I got the wild boar pizza! I really enjoyed the freshness of the ingredients and simplicity of good ingredients with good equipment and technique. Nothing was being hidden, instead every component was highlighted. The dough was crispy and just taken from the oven, and the boar was juicy and made the pizza incredibly savory. I would really recommend this place. My friend who's lived in italy approved!

Every dish made with care and a perfect blending of ingredients to deliver delicious every time…read more The service is highly commendable with the owners often about to greet and see to everyone's enjoyment. A special place not to be missed. And they are dog friendly....what's not to like?!?

Sitting out on the patio almost right under the Walkway over the Hudson was an amazing experience…read morein itself. The views in the Hudson Valley are literally breathtaking from almost every angle of every city. My Wife and I have both had Farmers and Chefs bookmarked in Yelp for quite some time, so finally heading over was so exciting. It was a beautiful day so we headed to the patio. Love the indoor/outdoor bar area. I ordered a dirty martini. Made perfectly. We shared the Farmer's Wings, oysters on a half shell and a mixed green salad with Goat Cheese, soooooo good. My Wife also went with the Salmon & garlic mash served with green beans. Hella Good. Everything was so fresh and tasty. Our server, a very kind gentleman, who's name a cannot remember made our experience even more incredible by going above and beyond to direct the umbrellas just so that the sun wasn't in my Wife's eyes and our view of the walkway wasn't blocked. Amazing. I look forward to your next dinner at Farmers and Chefs and implore you to get your butt there soon. Cheers, The Happy Hour Huntress

A no-frills diner that has great customer service and fairly good coffee. My girlfriend and I split…read morethe gluten free French toast and were a bit underwhelmed as the toast was not thick but to be fair, I did enjoy the meal and the total cost for the gf French toast, side of eggs, and a coffee came in at about twenty total for the two of us to dine here. The menu has many options, and I would definitely come back if I was in the area to try more of their dining options. I recommend you give it a try if you are in the town of Poughkeepsie. As always people SYOY!!!

With a name like Alex, I had very high standards and expectations for it!…read more Solid breakfast spot in downtown Poughkeepsie and easy to get to from the Amtrak. My partner and I got the cheddar omelet and the house made corned beef hash with eggs (over easy). Both delicious and fueled our journey across the Empire State Trail Hudson walking bridge (which is about a 15 min walk from Alex's). Service was friendly and attentive and the space itself was spacious and hometown diner-like. I'd return back to try some of their lunch options too!

Absolutely delicious chicken sandwich and seasoned fries. The food hall is cute too. You should try…read moreit!

Now that I've been here a few times, I can confirm the hype: consistently damn good burgers. The…read morewatermelon lemonade is incredibly good, DO NOT SKIP! Surprise find: the chocolate chip cookie is decadent and an excellent topper to a splurge meal. Also, I didn't realize the side room was open, but it's nice sitting in there: lots of space and chill vibes.

Run, don't walk, to Pipinellis for a wonderful dining experience! We had lunch here and frankly…read morecalling it a "Pizza Parlor" does not do it justice. There is a very nice menu for non-pizza dishes that is exceptionally good. Everything they do is home-made, including Gelato and other desserts. They use DeCecco pasta which is arguably the best pasta you can get - and not cheap. They also make their own bread which you can by for $5 a loaf - a bargain. They really care about using the best ingredients. It is not a big space - maybe holds 25 people for dine-in - but you can take out anything on the menu. They do not have a liquor license yet but they will do BYOB and they will take reservations. If I lived in the area I would be there at least once a week. This is such a great example of a wonderful local restaurant that is so far above chain trash. I don't give out 5 stars often but Pipinellis is a real deal Italian Trattoria that reminds me so much of mom and pop restaurants in Italy. Try it and you will be very pleased.

The pizza was definitely a few notches above the average pizza parlor. One of the best slices I've…read morehad in my life. I love the fresh basil and pesto on the Tie Dye Pizza