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Bakeries | Cafés & Lunch | Caterers | Chocolate | Farms & Farm Markets | Pizza & Italian | Restaurants | Take-out & Specialty Foods | Wine & Spirits | Winery



Bakeries
GiGi Market
Sample flakey scones, fresh baked cookies, brownies, doughnuts, and flavor-packed desserts using local farm fresh fruits. Specialty cakes to order. Open daily 9 am–6pm.
227 Pitcher Ln., Red Hook, (845) 758-1999
gigimarket.com


Leonardo's Italian Market
Incredible Italian pastries, traditional and almond Tiramisu, fresh-filled cannoli, cappuccino tortes, chocolate mousse bombs, lemon-coconut slices, fruit tarts, 100% Ricotta cheesecakes, espresso, cappuccino, Semolina bread and baguettes, Italian cookies, imported candies, chocolates, Italian sodas, waters and nectars, tartufalo and our signature Spumoni ice cream famous throughout the Hudson Valley. Takeout or enjoy in our cobblestone courtyard. Behind former Rhinebeck Hardware store. 10am–7pm Sun–Thu, 10am–11pm Fri & Sat.
51 E. Market St., Rhinebeck, (845) 876-3980


Cafés & Lunch
GiGi Market
Gigi Market located in a rustic barn on Greig Farm includes a counter-service café with indoor or outdoor dining on our patio. Enjoy a Gigi Skizza (our famous flat-bread pizzas), salads, panini, soups, fresh baked foccacia, daily seasonal specials, homemade farm fruit gelato and sorbets . Take out available. Open daily 9 am–6pm.
227 Pitcher Ln., Red Hook, (845) 758-1999
gigimarket.com


J & J's Gourmet
When it's time for a break from the ordinary! Serving breakfast, lunch & grab & go prepared meals. We thrive to provide high quality food & catering with attention to detail & eye appealing presentation. Now serving espresso and cappuccino drinks. See also, under "Caterers." Hours: Mon–Fri 7am–5pm, Sat 8am–4pm, Sun 8:30am–3:30pm.
One E. Market St., Red Hook, (845) 758-9030


Leonardo's
Old-world Italian food and charming cobblestone courtyard makes Leonardo's an experience for lunch, light dinner or dessert. Signature sandwiches, daily frittatas, soups and pastas, vegetable and seafood salads, rice balls, olives, cheeses and more. Enjoy an espresso or cappuccino with an Italian pastry or a slice of homemade ricotta cheese cake. And Leonardo's Spumoni ice cream is – molto, molto bene. Behind former Rhinebeck Hardware Store.
51 E. Market St., Rhinebeck, (845) 876-3980


Taste Budd's Chocolate and Coffee Café
The only Chocolate and Coffee Café in the region, Taste Budd's is a unique place to relax and enjoy life. Alternative foods, fairly traded and organic coffees and teas, handmade desserts, gift boxed confections scheduled entertainment. Mon–Wed 7am–7pm, Thu–Sat 7am–8pm, Sun 8am–7pm.
40 W. Market St., Red Hook, (845) 758-6500
tbcafe@TasteBudds.com


Caterers
Gendron Catering
Foods prepared with an Explosion of Flavors and a Riot of Colors. Weddings, Showers, Theme Events. Intimate dinners for two, Barbecues, Clam Bakes. Organic and Kosher Style Foods.
3767 Rt.9G., Rhinebeck, (845) 876-4480, fax (845) 876-4480
gendroncatering.com


GiGi Market
Our catering is complete with everything you need,from planning event with excellent food using local ingredients along with excellent service at Gigi Market, your home, or the location of your choice. Please contact Derek Lauck for more information. Open daily 9 am–6pm.
227 Pitcher Ln., Red Hook, (845) 758-1999
gigimarket.com


Great Food & Company
Hudson Valley's Premier Full Service Caterer for all on- and off-premise oaccasions. Prepared with enjoyment by CIA Chefs with over 20 years of combined experience. All products are hand selected to ensure that your event exceeds expectations whether it be your child's wedding, Mom's birthday celebration, or your company's employee picnic. Rentals and event coordination assistance.
(845) 758-2980
greatfoodandcompany.com


Hana Sushi
Great sushi for your events and parties. See also under "Restaurants."
7270 S. Broadway (Rt. 9), Red Hook, (845) 758-4333
iwamoto@webjogger.net


J & J's Gourmet
When it's time for a break from the ordinary! We thrive to provide high quality food and catering with attention to detail and eye pleasing presentation. Make an appointment today to discuss your upcoming event.
One E. Market St., Red Hook, (845) 758-9030


Jenny's Catering
"If taste and elegance is important, call Jenny." Let Jenny's cater your next party, holiday, anniversary, birthday, christenings and all other special events.
1639 Route 199, Lafayetteville, (845) 876-1151
jennys1@frontiernet.net


Chocolate
Oliver Kita Chocolates
Oliver Kita chocolates are a delight, from the Rhone Valley Valrhona chocolate to the Hudson Valley fruits and flavors. Choose artisan exquisite collections of ganaches, bon bons, and truffles; Parisian boxes of coral and mahogany; and the organic & green collection with recycled packaging. Dec hours: Wed–Sat 11am–7pm, Sun Noon–5pm; check for Jan and Feb hours.
Astor Square, 6815 Rt. 9, Rhinebeck
(845) 876-2665

oliverkita.com


Farms & Farm Markets
Adams Fairacre Farms
Farm fresh fruits and vegetables, meat, fish, deli, cheese shop, gourmet grocery, delectable baked goods. Garden center, nursery, houseplants. Thousands of annuals and perennials grown on our family farm. Family owned since 1919. Hours: Mon–Fri 8am–9pm, Sat–Sun 8am–7pm (except till 6pm Sun in Kingston). Hours: Mon–Fri 8am–9pm, Sat–Sun 8am–7pm.
Rt. 9W, Kingston, (845) 336-6300
Rt. 44, Poughkeepsie, (845) 454-4330
Rt. 300, Newburgh, (845) 569-0303

adamsff@aol.com
adamsfarms.com


GiGi Market
A year-round, indoor farm market, gourmet store and café in a refurbished barn on the 500-acre Greig Farm in Upper Red Hook. The produce cooler contains all produce from local farmers, as well as our Hudson Valley meats, poultry, and prepared food products. Open daily 9 am–6pm.
227 Pitcher Ln., Red Hook, (845) 758-1999
gigimarket.com


Pizza & Italian
Leonardo's Italian Market
Foccacia pizza and hundreds more Italian delicacies. Sandwiches, Beretta cured meats, cheeses, pastries, Ricotta cheese cakes, espresso, cappuccino, fresh salads, soups, marinated vegetables, sausage, 12 kinds of ravioli, prepared entrees, fresh legumes, oils, vinegars, homemade sauces, pastas, bread, Italian condiments and dry goods, Italian waters, sodas, juices and nectars and our signature spumoni ice cream. Courtyard with tables behind former Rhinebeck Hardware store. 10am–7pm Sun–Thu, 10am–11pm Fri & Sat.
51 E. Market St., Rhinebeck, (845) 876-3980


Village Pizza III
Get hot & cold subs & the best pizza in town at this family-owned community gathering spot in the heart of the village. Open seven days. Hours: Mon, Thu: 11am–11pm; Fri & Sat: 11am–midnight; Sun: 3pm–11pm.
7514 N. Broadway, Red Hook, (845) 758-5808


Restaurants
Aroi Thai Restaurant
Enjoy scrumptious pad thai, panang, red, green, and masaman curries, seafood and shrimp specialties and dozens of other traditional and innovative Thai dishes in a tranquil and intimate setting, graciously served. Our lunch specials have been called "the best deal in the area." Lunch Thu–Mon 11:30am–3pm, dinner daily 5–9pm.
55 E. Market St., Rhinebeck, (845) 876-1114, fax (845) 876-1115
aroirestaurant.com


GiGi Trattoria
"Hudson Valley Mediterranean" best describes the Gigi Trattoria menu, an interpretation of traditional and innovative dishes made with ingredients that highlight the bounty of the farms, gardens, and artisans of the Hudson Valley. Great ambiance, friendly and attentive service, and outstanding food encourage regular dining at Gigi Trattoria. Zagat Reviewers say: "Where the Italian-Mediterranean offerings are delicious—crisp, creative individual skizza (pizza), risotto, and homemade pasta are highlights. . . " Lunch & Dinner. Now open every day.
6422 Montgomery St., Rhinebeck, (845) 876-1007
gigitrattoria.com


Hana Sushi
Discover this hidden treasure in Hardscrabble Mall, where superb Japanese sushi chefs serve the best authentic sushi in the valley. Sit at the counter or tables and enjoy all your favorites from tempura, teriyaki, udon to sushi & sashimi. Eat-in & take-out, catering. Private room available for up to 15 people. Hours: Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30–2:30, Dinner Mon–Thu 5–9pm, Fri 5–10pm, Sat 4:30–10pm.
Hardscrabble Plaza, 7270 S. Broadway (Rt. 9), Red Hook, (845) 758-4333
iwamoto@webjogger.net


Mercato
Mercato is an authentic Italian eatery serving simple, fresh food in a warm comfortable atmosphere. Dinner brings a new menu each night based on what chef Francesco finds fresh that day in the market and on the farm. Authentic Italian food from an authentic Italian. Serving dinner Wed–Thu 5–9:30pm, Fri–Sat 5–10pm, Sun 5–9pm.
61 E. Market St., Red Hook, (845) 758-5879, fax (845) 758-9998


Osaka Japanese Restaurant
Three stars from The Poughkeepsie Journal: "Best Sushi in the Hudson Valley"—Zagat's. Enjoy tempura, teriyaki, sushi and sashimi, udon, vegetarian specials, appetizers such as negimayaki & dumplings. Eat-in or take-out. Hours: Lunch Mon, Wed–Sat 11:30am–2:30 pm, Dinner Mon, Wed–Thu 4:30–9:30pm, Fri–Sat 4:30–10:30pm, Sun 3–9:30pm. Closed Tue.
Rhinebeck: 22 Garden St.
(845) 876-7338
Tivoli: 74 Broadway, (845) 757-5055

osakasushi.net


Red Hook Curry House, Indian Tandoori Restaurant
Former Mughal Raj owner is now in Red Hook Curry House Restaurant and Takeout. All your favorites. Traditional Hundi buffet Tuesday & Sunday nights, 5–9:30pm, all you can eat. We have good quality food: 4 stars from Poughkeepsie Journal and Daily Freeman and "Best Indian Restaurant in the October 2005 issue of Hudson Valley magazine. Try our food and we hope you enjoy it. Hours: 11:30am–3pm Lunch except Fri, 5–10pm dinner.
28 E. Market St., Red Hook, (845) 758-2666
redhookcurryhouse.com


Starr Place
Starr Place, Restaurant, Bar and More: An American Bistro offering a great place to meet old and new friends and enjoy cuisine created by one of Hudson Valley's greatest chefs, Roberto Mosconi. We aim to never disappoint, whether you are dining in one of our dining rooms, our cabaret, or outside cafe. Visit our website for further details. Open daily except Wed.
6417 Montgomery St., Rhinebeck, (845) 876-2924, fax (845) 876-2926
starrplace.com


Taste Budd's Chocolate and Coffee Café
Freshly prepared vegan, vegetarian, and meat soups and sandwiches plus a wide array of desserts, confections and gourmet beverages. Visit Taste Budd's Chocolate and Coffee Cafe for a casual relaxed eat in or take out lunch or dinner. Mon–Wed 7am–7pm, Thu–Sat 7am–8pm, Sun 8am–7pm.
40 W. Market St., Red Hook, (845) 758-6500
tbcafe@TasteBudds.com


Take-out & Specialty Foods
Gendron Catering
Foods prepared with an Explosion of Flavors and a Riot of Colors. Organic and Kosher Style Foods. Cooking Classes offered. Call for more details.
3767 Rt.9G., Rhinebeck, (845) 876-4480, fax (845) 876-4480
gendroncatering.com


Leonardo's Italian Market
Incredible old-world deli/market; every inch packed with Italian delicacies. Sandwiches, Beretta meats, international/artisan cheeses, pastries, Ricotta cheese cakes, espresso, cappuccino, salads, soups, marinated vegetables, fresh sausage, unbelievable ravioli, prepared entrees, fresh legumes, oils, vinegars, homemade sauces, pastas, bread, hundreds of Italian condiments and dry goods, plus Italian waters, sodas, juices and nectars. Courtyard with tables behind former Rhinebeck Hardware store.
51 E. Market St., Rhinebeck, (845) 876-3980


Osaka Japanese Restaurant
Enjoy tempura, teriyaki, sushi and sashimi, udon, vegetarian specials, lunch specials. Eat-in or take-out. Lunch Mon, Wed–Sat 11:30am–2:30 pm, Dinner Mon, Wed–Thu 4:30–9:30pm, Fri–Sat 4:30–10:30pm, Sun 3–9:30pm. Closed Tue.
Rhinebeck: 22 Garden St.
(845) 876-7338
Tivoli: 74 Broadway, (845) 757-5055



Red Hook Curry House, Indian Tandoori Restaurant
All your Indian favorites: curries, tandooris, vindaloos, vegetarian and meat favorites, breads and appetizers. Hours: Daily 11:30–10pm except Fri from 3pm.
28 E. Market St., Red Hook, (845) 758-2666
redhookcurryhouse.com


Wine & Spirits
Liquorama Wine Cellars
Award-winning wines, single malt scotches, single barrel bourbons and more. Perfect for everyday consumer to collector and connoisseur. Join our discovery Club—monthly wine selections for personal education and/or corporate gift use. Friendly personalized service. Mon–Sat 9am–7pm.
Hyde Park Mall, Hyde Pk., (845) 229-8177 or 1-800-322-3735
winecellarsny.com


Old Mill Wine & Spirits
Wines from around the corner and around the world. Special orders and case discounts. Tastings every Friday & Saturday at 4pm. Helpful and knowledgeable staff are ready to help you find a wine to impress yourself not your friends—because, "living well is the best revenge." Tue–Sat 10am–7pm, Sun Noon– 7pm.
6390 Mill Street, across from the Beekman Arms, Rhinebeck, (845) 876-5343
oldmillwines@frontiernet.net


Winery
Alison Wines & Vineyards
Alison Wines & Vineyards crafts award-winning table wines from the Noble French varietals as well as delicious dessert-style wines from locally-grown fruits. Our tasting room is a great place to enjoy wine in an informal and friendly setting. We also accept telephone and email orders. Check our website for hours and directions.
231 Pitcher Ln., Upper Red Hook, (845) 758-6335, fax (845) 758-5073
jon@alisonwines.com
alisonwines.com


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