Top Restaurants in Highland
Top Things to do in Highland
- 1. Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park
- 2. Walkway State Historic Park
- 3. Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum
- 4. Frances Lehman Loeb Art Center at Vassar College
- 5. Franklin Delano Roosevelt Home
- 6. DuBois Farms
- 7. Mohonk Preserve
- 8. Locust Grove Estate
- 9. Val-Kill Cottage
- 10. Bad Seed Cider
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Top 10 American food in Highland, New York, United States
Find out what American restaurants to try in Highland including Nic L Inn Wine Cellar on the Hudson, Lola's Catering and Cafe, The Artist's Palate, Mill House Brewing Company, Shadows on the Hudson, Essie's Restaurant, Bagels & Bites, Alex's Restaurant, American Bounty, Schatzi's Pub and Bier Garden
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10. Schatzi's Pub and Bier Garden
Overall Ratings
4 based on 117 reviews
Reviewed By chetndeb
We were in town to see a show and stopped in for a couple of drinks and a snack at the bar. Their tap list is fantastic most of them from NY. The Bavarian pretzels were very good and was a perfect fit for a couple of beers. The staff was very friendly. We will definitely return when in Poughkeepsie.
9. American Bounty
Overall Ratings
4 based on 392 reviews
With a focus on the seasons and products of the Hudson Valley, contemporary and traditional regional dishes are brought to life at the American Bounty Restaurant in an honest and flavorful way. Rounded out with a first-class American wine list and comfort
Reviewed By NancyinDerby
For years I had heard of the Culinary Institute. What a treat when I was invited to dine at the American Bounty! The building that houses many of the restaurants is beautiful with marble floors and warm wood trim. It was so interesting seeing many students bustling in the kitchen and serving at the tables. Roland was our friendly server who was so patient answering our many questions about the school. My grilled salmon plate looked as wonderful as it tasted!
8. Alex's Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 62 reviews
Reviewed By dmartin1966
Our server, Karen, was fantastic. All menu items are served all day. My sister had breakfast - the hash browns extra crispy just as she asked. I had lunch, the marinated portobello sandwich, and it was amazing. Great location and an historic building.
7. Bagels & Bites
Overall Ratings
4 based on 43 reviews
Reviewed By Dakota57
I seldom stop here as it is on the opposite side of the road on my commute and they close early so aren't open on my way home. I love the bagels, variety of cream cheese options and tasty sandwich choices. Enjoyed a jalapeno bagel for breakfast. Service is quick with attention to detail. Wish they were open later!
6. Essie's Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 63 reviews
Essieâs is an elegant yet casual dining American restaurant located in the heart of the Little Italy section of Poughkeepsie, NY under the direction of Executive Chef Brandon Walker a CIA graduate from Brooklyn, NY. Chef Walker's Modern American menu is i
Reviewed By Orsino
I've been to Essie's on four separate occasions over the past three months and have always had terrific meals. What's most impressive is the food. The chef has a solid understanding of the ingredients available and knows how to assemble them into the perfect blend of comfort food with the right edge of innovation. The cavatelli with fall squashes is excellent. Most recently I had a gnocchi with branzino and shrimp that was out of this world. Both times the pasta was perfectly cooked. Other times I've had the fish specials which have been great. I haven't tried the small plates but the desserts have been excellent: the cheese cake is great but on other occasions I've just gone with the special and never been disappointed. Most recently I had a milk chocolate semifreddo (maybe it was their cremeaux repurposed) served on a spread of nutella with a side of lime ice cream and a cinnamon crumble. It was really memorable. One common thing I've noticed is that the flavors are layered and, although from the descriptions you'd think there are too many ingredients in a dish, the way they all come together actually works and works very well. The kitchen really knows what they're doing.There's a great wine list although I've always gotten wines by the glass. Bonus points for never serving from a bottle that's been open too long. The bread served is just simple slices of a really good baguette paired with European butter--if only other restaurants would keep it this simple and good.Although the food is great, the reason I keep going back is the atmosphere. First and foremost, if I'm going to a restaurant with friends I want to be able to hear them and enjoy the conversation. I don't want to be shouting over a soundtrack or the din of the dining room. What I like about Essie's is they understand that dining is about sharing an experience: the restaurant has been set up to work for a romantic date night but also an evening out with friends. It's not the least bit pretentious nor does it fall into the trap of being a stage set (fake French bistro, distressed wood barn, etc.). The owner/chef has done an outstanding job of creating a place that, in one sense is simple and unassuming, but where the food and the quality of an evening out with friends can take center stage and shine. I found the cost to be comparable to other fine dining restaurants in town but frankly, much less expensive than I would have expected to pay for meals of that caliber.
5. Shadows on the Hudson
Overall Ratings
4 based on 875 reviews
Shadows on the Hudson, the Hudson Valley's Premier Waterfront Dining, is located in Poughkeepsie, NY. Our building is perched on a cliff 40 feet above the Hudson River and just 50 feet from its eastern bank. This prime riverfront location affords us one-o
Reviewed By Ruhu61
A pleasant atmosphere. We enjoyed our corn chowder immensely. Not so impressed by the garlic bread "tower" - just pieces of bread...Pasta needed to be more al dente and dessert selection was disappointing. We took a miss. Still, scallops were great as was salad.Thank you so much for taking the time to review your recent visit to Shadows on the Hudson. We appreciate your feedback on the atmosphere and review of the dishes. We hope to see you again in the near future. Warmly,Deanna KnappRestaurant Manager
4. Mill House Brewing Company
Overall Ratings
4 based on 687 reviews
Mill House Brewing Company opened in the Fall of 2013. For us, it is the culmination of years of professional culinary/hospitality experience, expressive design and construction, and craft beer artistry. Located in the rehabilitated Mill House, Mill House
Reviewed By David M
When I see a brew pub, I typically assume that the food will be passable pub fare. Burgers, fries, a token salad or two.This place shattered my expectations! The menu was ecclectic, yet balanced. Truffle arancini. Charcuterie. Burgers and salads that sounded creative and appetizing. Unlike many restaurants that try to be original, but instead cram too much into a dish, the creativity here was perfect. If you want a chicken sandwich, you don't have to say "hold the avocado, radishes, and kiwi/porcinini mushroom aeoli please." Instead, everything sounded harmonious, yet, fresh and original. The pork schnitzel deserves its own paragraph. Crispy on the outside, moist on the inside. Amazing mustard-crea-au jus sauce, but not smothered in it. Mustard spaetzel that has ruined me for all other spaetzel. And red cabbage that was so delicious it could have been a dish all its own!I live about an hour and 20 min from this place, and I'm already thinking of when I can return!Oh, and the beer was excellent, too!
3. The Artist's Palate
Overall Ratings
4 based on 396 reviews
A 70 seat American-Fusion Restaurant, the only one in the area using truly local ingredients and changes thier menu every two weeks based on the availability of products. Both the beer menu and wine list are extensive and reasonable. As well one of the on
Reviewed By MartaL1970
The Artist's Palate is a refreshing dining experience in the heart of downtown Poughkeepsie. The menu is very creative with interesting flavor combinations incorporating more vegetables and elevating them them to equal status of the protein so they're not just an after thought. (I so dislike restaurants that focus on the protein with sides of julienned veggies!) I would have rated it with 4-5 stars but....I have food allergies and I specifically stated no butter...no dairy at all but in the course of eating it I realized there had to be butter in the brussels sprouts because I had the usual allergic reactions and felt sick all afternoon and I'm still feeling the consequences this morning! So annoying! If you have food allergies I would highly suggest speaking directly with the chef....not to say our server didn't follow through....but just to be sure!
2. Lola's Catering and Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 197 reviews
Reviewed By Jeffrey K
Lolas has an interesting menu with fair pricing and well prepared food. Great for breakfast or lunch.
1. Nic L Inn Wine Cellar on the Hudson
Overall Ratings
4 based on 303 reviews
Restaurant and wine bar serving house made pasta and other Hudson Valley foods. Featuring scenic views of the Hudson and the Walkway and self serve wine machines as well as eight craft beers on tap, a full bar and thirteen wines by the glass.
Reviewed By j19460
I've been here a number of times and always enjoyed the food. They change the menu seasonally and specials nightly. The bartender/mixologist, Deb, creates some amazing, original special cocktails too. It is worth talking to her about it, it's really interesting.Itâs great to hear that youâre one of our regulars here at the Nic L inn! That is the best compliment in it self, and then to share this 5 star review is another.......thank you so much!! Weâre glad to hear that you always enjoy the food and like the idea that we change our menu seasonally. It allows us to take advantage of locally sourced ingredients. Deb is great at what she does, creating cocktails to go along with the season as well. Thanks again, and CHEERS till next time .
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