Catskill River House Guidebook
Food scene
Come here for breakfast and lunch- it’s an adorable spot that has a southern influence on their menu. They have fantastic burgers and a killer fried chicken sandwich. Snag a seat along the back windows by the river. If you see some pastries that catch your eye when you walk in- order them to go asap or they won’t be there when you leave. They were just voted among the top donuts in the Hudson valley.
121 locals recommend
Gracie's Luncheonette
969 Main StCome here for breakfast and lunch- it’s an adorable spot that has a southern influence on their menu. They have fantastic burgers and a killer fried chicken sandwich. Snag a seat along the back windows by the river. If you see some pastries that catch your eye when you walk in- order them to go asap or they won’t be there when you leave. They were just voted among the top donuts in the Hudson valley.
Mexican spin with a fantastic bar. Open until late on the weekends and does a killer brunch as well. Reservations are recommended but not required.
Casa Susanna
Mexican spin with a fantastic bar. Open until late on the weekends and does a killer brunch as well. Reservations are recommended but not required.
Delish food and cocktails all made with local ingredients. If the chef has a special- get it. Reservations are suggested but you can sometimes snag a spot at the bar.
106 locals recommend
Rivertown Lodge
731 Warren StreetDelish food and cocktails all made with local ingredients. If the chef has a special- get it. Reservations are suggested but you can sometimes snag a spot at the bar.
All meats are sourced locally and the veggies and fruits are picked from their garden that morning. Amazing husband/wife duo run this spot and every dish has a lot of attention and love. If you can’t get a reservation- snag a seat at the bar.
Julia's Local
All meats are sourced locally and the veggies and fruits are picked from their garden that morning. Amazing husband/wife duo run this spot and every dish has a lot of attention and love. If you can’t get a reservation- snag a seat at the bar.
One of my favorites- amazing food and cocktails. Killer brunch. You can create your own bouquet of flowers on your way out from their farm table inside the restaurant.
66 locals recommend
feast & floret
One of my favorites- amazing food and cocktails. Killer brunch. You can create your own bouquet of flowers on your way out from their farm table inside the restaurant.
By the same guys who own The Good Room and The Good Bar in Brooklyn. They have an amazing chef that uses season ingredients from their own garden. Fireplaces, board games, a proper bar and mixologist too. Good for dinner and weekend brunch.
11 locals recommend
Trotwood Restaurant & Bar
230 Winter Clove RdBy the same guys who own The Good Room and The Good Bar in Brooklyn. They have an amazing chef that uses season ingredients from their own garden. Fireplaces, board games, a proper bar and mixologist too. Good for dinner and weekend brunch.
Willa's Bakery Cafe
111 Water StreetFantastic breakfast and lunch
Goodies
261 West Bridge StreetOur local bagel spot with killer breakfast sandwiches
AMAZING Italian food. Everything here is delish. I personally love the little pasta purses filled with truffle and ricotta.
48 locals recommend
Annarella Ristorante
276 Malden TurnpikeAMAZING Italian food. Everything here is delish. I personally love the little pasta purses filled with truffle and ricotta.
Red Star Cafe & Bakery
526 Main StreetOur local coffee shop!
Fantastic for take out. They have all of the usual suspects but I love the jerk chicken with the peppery-white bbq sauce.
19 locals recommend
J & J Smokehouse
550 Main StFantastic for take out. They have all of the usual suspects but I love the jerk chicken with the peppery-white bbq sauce.
started out as a wholesale bakery for all of Hudson valley- they just opened their first store to the public. Everything is made fresh each morning- fantastic grab and go salads and sandwiches too.
22 locals recommend
See and Be Kitchen
466 NY-145started out as a wholesale bakery for all of Hudson valley- they just opened their first store to the public. Everything is made fresh each morning- fantastic grab and go salads and sandwiches too.
THE cocktail bar. From the same guys of Little Branch speakeasy in NYC. They also have an amazing burger and seasonal snacks. Tell them what spirits you like and they will guide you through an amazing taste journey.
Hemlock
THE cocktail bar. From the same guys of Little Branch speakeasy in NYC. They also have an amazing burger and seasonal snacks. Tell them what spirits you like and they will guide you through an amazing taste journey.
Delivery
One of the few places that delivers- they do a decent pizza, salads.
14 locals recommend
Angel's Family Restaurant
4318 New York 23One of the few places that delivers- they do a decent pizza, salads.
Breweries
This is a true farmhouse brewery crafting beers at the foot of the Catskill Mountains. They source all of our ingredients locally, brew exclusively with their own floor-malted grains, and draw inspiration from the seasonal bounty that surrounds us in the Hudson Valley. This is our favorite Friday night hang- it's family and dog friendly, and the food and beer are delish. Live music on Sunday afternoons.
81 locals recommend
Subversive Malting + Brewing
96 W Bridge StThis is a true farmhouse brewery crafting beers at the foot of the Catskill Mountains. They source all of our ingredients locally, brew exclusively with their own floor-malted grains, and draw inspiration from the seasonal bounty that surrounds us in the Hudson Valley. This is our favorite Friday night hang- it's family and dog friendly, and the food and beer are delish. Live music on Sunday afternoons.
RVWBCo. features 10 World Class ales and lagers on tap brewed on premise. The Rip's beers are retailed on premise and can be found in other fine bars and restaurants in the surrounding counties. Their restaurant has fantastic pizza. Get the grandma pie.
75 locals recommend
Rip Van Winkle Brewing Company
4545 NY-32RVWBCo. features 10 World Class ales and lagers on tap brewed on premise. The Rip's beers are retailed on premise and can be found in other fine bars and restaurants in the surrounding counties. Their restaurant has fantastic pizza. Get the grandma pie.
Wineries
Low key tasting room- no reservations needed. Take your wine flights outside to sit on the tables or wander through the winery.
Whitecliff Vineyard at Hudson, NY
Low key tasting room- no reservations needed. Take your wine flights outside to sit on the tables or wander through the winery.
Horseback Riding
Catskill Equestrian Center
118 Castle RdScenic trail rides
Groceries and Farmer's Markets
Mega grocery store. They also do online ordering if you want to skip the shopping part and have them bring your groceries out to the car.
105 locals recommend
Hannaford Supermarket
223 Main StMega grocery store. They also do online ordering if you want to skip the shopping part and have them bring your groceries out to the car.
Hudson Farmers Market
201 Harry Howard AveGo on Saturdays during the summer
Great veggies and fun for the kids. Sometimes they will bring animals.
44 locals recommend
Saugerties Farmers Market
43 Partition StGreat veggies and fun for the kids. Sometimes they will bring animals.
One of our favorite farm stands. A lot of seasonal you-pick type events as well.
78 locals recommend
Story Farms
4640 NY-32One of our favorite farm stands. A lot of seasonal you-pick type events as well.
Cumberland Farms
236 Main Street24 hour bodega/ gas station that has the basics
Small but has a fantastic meat vendor if you want to pick up some fresh items to grill.
Catskill Farmers Market
145 Water StreetSmall but has a fantastic meat vendor if you want to pick up some fresh items to grill.
Hiking
This small resort has fantastic marked hikes that are available in the summer and winter. Take the Ice Box hike to see amazing ice and snow in the winter and a cool break from heat in the summer. They also have a fantastic brunch and bar if you want to pop in for a drink after hiking.
24 locals recommend
Glen Falls House
230 Winter Clove RdThis small resort has fantastic marked hikes that are available in the summer and winter. Take the Ice Box hike to see amazing ice and snow in the winter and a cool break from heat in the summer. They also have a fantastic brunch and bar if you want to pop in for a drink after hiking.
If you just want to go for a 'civilized' walk (or run) on a prepped path that is short, flat and easy, then the Windham Path is great. In the winter, the area is great for cross country skiing as well.
114 locals recommend
The Windham Path
4982 NY-23If you just want to go for a 'civilized' walk (or run) on a prepped path that is short, flat and easy, then the Windham Path is great. In the winter, the area is great for cross country skiing as well.
From the beautiful Winter Clove Inn, you can hike numerous trails. Most of them are on trails.com.
Winter Clove Inn
557 Winter Clove RdFrom the beautiful Winter Clove Inn, you can hike numerous trails. Most of them are on trails.com.
Devil's Path Trail
Prediger Trail Head Road