Restaurants Mountain Brauhaus Restaurant Celebrating 50th Our Year! (See related story). Sauerbraten, wienerschnitizel, hamburgers & sandwiches, plus steak and seafood. Located at intersection of Rtes 44/55 & 299, just below the Shawangunk cliffs. Open 11:30am, closed Mon day and Tuesday. Across 44/55 from Minnewaska Lodge. Rte 44-55 & Rte 299/Gardiner/255-9766 Bacchus Restaurant, Bar and Billiards Enjoy lunch on our greenhouse patio, dinner by the balcony overlooking our popular downstairs tavern, or appetizers at the bar. Open daily for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch, 11:30 to 1am. Full salad bar, wine list and more than 400 varieties of beer. On and off premises catering, and outdoor dining. 4 South Chestnut Street/New Paltz/255-8636 www.BacchusNewPaltz.com Main Street Bistro Voted "Best Breakfast" in Best of the Hudson Valley, Hudson Valley Magazine. Innovative American and Vegetarian cuisine. Our menu features wonderful gourmet breakfasts, homemade soups, unique salads & sandwiches, pasta, burgers, creative entrees, vegan dishes, and much more. Our in-house bakery provides freshly baked breads, muffins, scones, brownies, and other delicious treats. Extensive beer & wine menu. Mon-Thurs 8am-4pm. Fri 8am-9pm. Sat 7am-9pm. Sunday 7am-6pm. 255-7766 /59 Main Street www.mainstreetbistro.com P&G's Restaurant and Bar Join us at our "cornerstone" where people have been having fun for almost 100 years. We serve a variety of lunch and dinner specials including fresh seafood, pasta dishes, and ribs. Children's menus, too. And of course, Stormy's Famous Chili, great soups, salads, & other specialties. Take-out orders available. 91 Main St/New Paltz/255-6161 www.pandgs.com The Would Restaurant We cordially invite you to experience sophisticated dining in a warm atmosphere. Chef-owner and culinary graduate, Claire Winslow, graciously offers her award winning New American Cuisine menu. The Would has a renown wine selection. Both are politely offered with style and casual elegance. All breads & desserts prepared on premises daily. Catering. North Road/Highland/691-9883 Gourmet Pizza Something for Everyone-From traditional to stuffed Pizza, Heros, Dinners, Daily lunch and dinner specials. Tuesdays: get one large cheese pie for just $6.49. Wednesday- wing special-all you can eat from 6-8pm. Free delivery. 68 Main St/New Paltz/255-2666 Mohonk Mountain House Dine in the area's most spectacular setting and discover why Mohonk consistently receives rave reviews! Combining culinary artistry with the best of traditional tastes, Mohonk's award-winning chefs serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily. Serving Sunday Brunch, 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Reservations required. 1000 Mountain Rest Road/New Paltz/(845) 256-2056 www.mohonk.com The Highland Cafe It's the breakfast, Sunday brunch (8-2), and lunch place. Linger over a gourmet breakfast including specialty pancakes, seasonal fruit plate with fresh raspberry sauce, creative egg dishes, or just pick up a fresh-baked, fruit-filled muffin and coffee and be on your way. Breakfast and lunch menu changes daily. Plenty of on-street and municipal parking nearby. 7am-3pm. Let us cater your next event. 29 Main Street/Hamlet of Highland/691-6913 The Gilded Otter Brew Pub Fine dining with a panoramic view of the Wallkill River, and Shawangunk Mountains. Great food, beer, & hospitality. Foot of Main St. just before the River, Village of New Paltz. Huguenot & Main Streets/New Paltz/256-1700 The Bakery Since 1980 people have been gathering at the Bakery for fine coffee, espresso, Chai, teas, hot chocolate, bakery goods, and healthy breakfasts and lunches. Indoor and outdoor cafe and full lunch menu every day. Birthday Cakes, too. 255- 8840/13a N. Front St/New Paltz www.ilovethebakery.com Main Course Contemporary American Cuisine. Casual dining and catering featuring grilled fish, steaks, spa cuisine & freshly made pasta. Weekend brunches, gourmet picnic baskets, entrees-to-go. Extensive catering menu. 232 Main St./Eckert's Plaza/New Paltz 255-2600 www.maincoursecatering.com Jack's Meat & Deli Enjoy our fresh home-cooked soups and hot sandwiches. Fresh roasted daily Bell and Evans chickens. Taste our fresh cooked roast beef and turkey selected from our own fresh meat section and cooked on premises. Wide selection of snacks and groceries. 79 Main Street/New Paltz/255-2244 The Cheese Plate Artisanal and farm produced cheeses from NY State and the world and hand-formed breads. Linger over a cheese plate on our porch with a view of the beautiful Shawangunk Mountains, or pack a picnic with cold beverages for a hike on the adjacent Wallkill Valley Rail Trail. Don't forget a handmade chocolate or a farm fresh ice cream for dessert. Water Street Market/Main St/New Paltz thecheeseplate@yahoo.com/255-2444 The Village Tearoom & Restaurant Serving Afternoon Tea, Lunch, Treats & Dinner. Four Stars from The Poughkeepsie Journal for our seasonal eclectic menu. Local produce, the finest ingredients & warm service. "...like New Paltz itself, an original..." Times Herald Record. Open Tuesday 8-6, Wed-Fri 8-9, Sat 9-9 Sun 9-8.30 10 Plattekill Avenue/New Paltz/255 3434 www.thevillagetearoom.com Highland Bagel Cafe Breakfast & Lunch. Fresh-baked bagels & other breakfast treats every day from 6am-3pm M-F, and 7am-2pm on Sat & Sun. Lunch is always homemade-good soups, deli-style sandwiches, and mouth watering daily specials. Conveniently located at a traffic light on 9W, just south of the 299. 3497 Route 9W (Upper Grand Street (at intersection with the traffic light) 691-2326 Suruchi - A Fine Taste of India At Suruchi (Sanskrit for 'good taste'), we bring you delectable, fresh, healthy, home-style authentic Indian cuisine, served in a beautiful, calm atmosphere - a dining experience nourishing for both body and spirit. Early Bird and Student Discounts. Wed/Thurs 5-9, Fri 5-10, Sat 3-10, Sun 4-9 5 Church St/New Paltz/845-255-2772 www.SuruchiIndian.com Old Fort Cookbook Recipes and Memories of the Old Fort Restaurant is a combination of recipes, photos, memories, and a history of the restaurant once located in the DuBois Fort on Huguenot Street. Compiled and published by Fern Clarkson-Cangelosi, Gladys Fishman-Gottlieb, and Diane DuBois-Gleichenhaus, it is a true labor of love. Available for $12 at Water Street Market Antque Center and Clarkson's Appliances on Rt. 32, North. The perfect hostess gift! 255-7629 Moon Light Café The FalaFel King. Mediterranean and American Cuisine. Let us whisk you away to the Mediterranean... Serving Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner in a beautifully designed, intimate Main Street cafe. Enjoy our wide variety of fresh vegetarian and Middle Eastern fare including our Thursday and Friday buffet. Open seven days. 53 Main Street/New Paltz/845-255-4813 The Postage Inn Enjoy dinner nightly in our traditional dining room OR sit back and relax in the pub or on the new Outside Patio. Family owned and operated. Menus include steak, seafood, pasta, homemade soups, etc. Fresh desserts baked on premises. Route 32, Tillson, NY/845-658-3434 www.thepostageinn.com 36 Main Restaurant & Wine Bar Join us for a delicious and relaxing meal and fine wines in our brand new establishment on Main Street in New Paltz. Owner Kathy Combs and Executive Chef Adam Sternberg. Contemporary Cuisine, Full Bar, Extensive Wine List. Dinner Wednesday - Sunday 4pm. Lunch Saturday & Sunday Noon. 845-255-3636/36 Main Street/New Paltz www.36 main.com Rock & Ice Climbing Alpine Endeavors AMGA Accredited Guide Service offering professional instruction and guided trips for rock climbing, ice climbing, winter mountaineering, snow-shoeing, and hiking to all ability levels throughout the Shawangunk and Catskills Mountains. We provide all the technical equipment needed. 845-658-3094/info@alpineendeavors.com 877-mtn-guide www.alpineendeavors.com Skating Mohonk Mountain House Lake Mohonk/New Paltz Sky Diving The Blue Sky Ranch View the Hudson Valley from 13,000 feet! Learn to skydive at our skydiving school offering state-of-the-art aircraft and instruction. We're open seven days a week during the good weather, and weekends in November & December weather permitting. Experienced skydivers: 255-9538. Gardiner Airport/Gardiner/School/255-4033 www.theblueskyranch.com Snowplowing Total Cleanups Snow plowing and removal. Indoor and outdoor clean up-minor and major jobs. Dump runs. Flower gardens maintained. Small building removal. Small excavating jobs. Owner, Sal Sorbello. Highland/691-6095 Stone Work Stonework & Masonry Dry and wet stone walls, patios, walks, restorations, stone foundations, fireplaces. William J. Farrell. 883-6757/Stoneworks, Inc./619 Milton Turnpike, Highland, NY 12528/Fax 883-6057 Aeonian Stone Masonry Craftsmanship in natural stone construction. Design and construction of all types of creative dry-stone and mortared stonework. Patios, walls, pillars, waterfalls, veneers, fireplaces, etc. Portfolio of previous work. Established 1983. Eric J. Horton -Stonemason. 845-473-8723 Robert George Design Group For the very best in all aspects of stone masonry as art or utility, in the home and landscape. Robert George specializes in the creation of natural environments that encompass and explore your unique self. 9am-5pm. (845) 758-4088/Red Hook woodstockbob@aol.com robertgeorgedesigngroup.com Taxi/Limo & Transportation Services New Paltz Taxi, Inc. 7am-midnight taxi service in and around New Paltz as well as destinations in Ulster, Dutchess & Orange Counties. 139 Main St/New Paltz at Bus Sation /255-1550 Joey's Taxi and Auto Transportation Co. Serving New Paltz and Highland. A conscientious driver (who knows not only the way to your destination, but the "history along the highway," if you're interested), a comfortable car, and a reasonable price to take you where ever and when ever you want to travel. Airport, train, bus connections. Personal car service-we will drive you anywhere. We also have seven-person and 14-person buses for parties and group outings. More than two decades dedicated to your transportation needs. First in the lower Hudson Valley to have environmentally-friendly cars. New Paltz 255-TAXI (8294)/Joeystaxico@aol.com Highland 691-Joey (5639)/See "Autos by Joseph" under Auto Repairs. Tennis Mohonk Mountain House Mohonk Mountain House is the perfect place to enjoy tennis. Mohonk offers six tennis courts -- two red clay and four Har-Tru(R) --and a complete Pro Shop offering clothing, equipment, and racquet repair. Open from April through mid-October midweek. 8:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Same-day reservations must be made through the Pro Shop. Lessons and clinics are available. Call for reservations/information. 1000 Mountain Rest Road/New Paltz/(845) 255-1000 www.mohonk.com Hudson Valley Rail Trail Free public tennis courts, basketball courts, and wonderful paved rail trail for strollers, rollerblades, bikes, and wheelchairs. From Route 299, take Weedsmill Rd, bear right and look for Tony Williams Field on your left. No motorized vehicles on rail trail. Tony Williams Field/Highland Things To Do The Ranch Parachute Club View the Hudson Valley from 13,000 feet! Learn to skydive at our skydiving school offering state-of-the-art aircraft and instruction. We're open seven days a week. Experienced skydivers: 255-9538 Gardiner Airport/Gardiner/School 255-4033 If It Rains... Klyne Esopus Museum Open 1-4, Friday-Tuesday. Historical artifacts from Town of Esopus. From settlement to industrialization, wars, and education, this 1827 church building presents it all. Research by appointment. Route 9W/Ulster Park/338-8109 www.klyneesopusmuseum.org Vintage Times Life-size Dioramas depicting the American Family from 1600-2000. How times have changed. 1900-1955 toy collection. Town of Lloyd Historical Society's artifact collection. Special Exhibit: First Ladies and Their Presidents is a display of Inaugural Ball Gown replicas, election ephemera and memorabilia. Open seven days 11-5. Route 44/55/Highland/691-6000 D&H Canal Museum Life on the Canal presented beautifully. Located just off Route 213. High Falls/687-9311 Spectacular Hikes/Walks Hudson Valley Rail Trail Although not very long, the Hudson Valley Rail Trail has a lot to offer: Fitness stations, paved pathway and grass pathway, wonderful wetland vistas, deep woods with multiple tree species, wild flowers, and if you are lucky, a little wild life--dear, beaver, fox, turkey, chipmunks, and pileated woodpeckers. At the Tony Williams Park end of the trail are public basketball and tennis courts. Trail is about 2.5 miles. Fall is fabulous here. Many kinds of trees... Enter from Old New Paltz Rd opposite S. Chodikee Lake Road, or in Village off Commercial Ave, or from Tony Williams Park. Shaupeneak Ridge The Marlboro Mountains run between the Hudson River and the Shawangunks. that is where you will find the Shaupeneak Ridge Cooperative Recreational Area. In addition to panoramic views, you can skirt Louisa Pond and watch for water fowl, muskrat, beaver, osprey, and heron. There are two ways to enter this trail: Lower one is immediately after the Rail Road track on right. Upper on is off Old Post on Poppletown Road. This brings you to the lake. About 3.5 miles of trail. Off Old Post Road/By new Esopus Fire House/Rte 9W, Esopus Black Creek Forest Preserve A 130 acre nature preserve featuring a 120' suspension bridge spanning the Black Creek. Fishing permitted. Trails take you to Hudson River. Large stands of hemlock and hardwood. The Wooly Adgelid pest is a severe threat to the survival of our graceful hemlocks, so you might want to enjoy them while you still can. Off Route 9W just south of Winding Brook Acres and across from Black Creek Apartments/Esopus Huguenot Street Stone Houses of Huguenot settlers. While not a hike, it is next to the Wallkill Valley Rail Trail and worth the visit if you are on the trial. Tours are available Tuesday - Sunday, May - October. www.hhs-newpaltz.org/Huguenot St/New Paltz/255-1660 Wallkill Valley Rail Trail Twelve miles of multi-use trail for non-motorized recreation. Hike, bike, ride horseback, or ski cross-country through New Paltz and Gardiner, dawn to dusk on volunteer-maintained trail. Wonderful views guaranteed. PO Box 1048/New Paltz/ 255-6690 John Burroughs' Slabsides Grounds are open year-round. Self-guided nature walks. (Cabin open one weekend in each of May and October.) From Route 9w, turn west at Floyd Ackert Rd (Marcel's Restaurant). Look for sign on left. The Burroughs Sanctuary is also located nearby. Lake and walking road. Birds, squirrels, plants, trees, etc.-your basic woods. Lovely, and usually, no one else there. Floyd Ackert Road/West Park Huguenot Path Enter from Huguenot Street, just south of entrance for sewage treatment plant (don't let that stop you, this is a treat). A leisurely pace takes about 40 minutes round trip. Nice views of the Wallkill and wetlands and their inhabitants. Huguenot St/New Paltz D&H Canal Heritage Corridor Thirty Five miles of historic adventure in a rural valley of scenic farm and woodlands. The corridor traces the the route of the Delaware & Hudson Canal, the New York Ontario and Western Railroad, and the scenic Rondout Creek, spanning the width of central Ulster County. For a brochure call now. 331-2102 Travel New Paltz Travel Center Stop by and discover the exciting adventures we have scouted out for you. Consult with us for all your travel needs. Great cruises, our specialty. M-F 10-4, Sat 10-1. 255-7706 www.newpaltztravel.com 246 Main St/Cherry Hill Center/New Paltz Upholstering Chris-Cycle Slipcovers made. Furniture reupholstered. German-trained professional clothing designer and upholsterer can make your furniture look dazzling. And, she can take your old clothing and turn it into fashion statements. Christine/255-5787 Wanted Old Toys, Pedal Cars Collector with established toy museum in Highland is interested in purchasing your pre 1965 toys. Particularly interested in tin lithographed wind up toys; block sets; pedal tractors, trucks, planes, cars; dolls (no Barbies please); games of skill, steam toys, and almost anything kids enjoyed. Not a dealer. 691-2089/Vivian Wadlin/Highland Postcards & Art Pottery Collector will purchase Ulster county postcards, Roseville Baneda and some other Roseville pieces, McCoy, and other art pottery, especially art deco. 254-6342 Leave message. Weddings & Event Planning Classical Music For your wedding, anniversary, cocktail party, art opening, or even just a dinner for two. Make the event really special, set the mood, and enjoy. Russian trained classical violinist and pianist. Solo or duet. Reasonable rates, large repertoire, references. Also violin, viola, piano lessons. 256-9767/New Paltz Main Course Catering featuring grilled fish, steaks, freshly made pasta, and spa cuisine made from local fresh ingredients. We can help you plan and deliver a festive menu for a few people or a very large group. References. 232 Main St/New Paltz 255-2600 Bridge Creek Catering Full service specialty catering, providing high quality food made from scratch with locally grown/supplied ingredients. Menus are designed with you to create the event you want. We provide event coordination and planning for long distance and local hosts. Culinary Institute of America Trained Owner/Chef, Justine Leger. 255-9234 www.bridgecreekcatering.com West Park Winery Magnificent views of the Hudson River and gourmet food prepared by Culinary Institute trained staff ensure yours is a memorable wedding or event. Up to 275 guests. Only one event scheduled per day. Our experienced staff assists you with every detail of your day and with supporting activities such as rehearsal dinner sites, entertainment, and photography. Call to schedule a visit or for more details. 845-384-6709 Burroughs Drive (off 9W)/West Park www.westparkwinery.com Mohonk Mountain House Our beautiful Victorian castle is the perfect backdrop for the perfect wedding. Envision the bride and groom arriving by horse and carriage to wed in our spectacular gardens...or a ceremony in our exquisite Victorian Parlor. With meals prepared by award-winning chefs and an experienced wedding planner, your wedding will be magnificent. Winner of 2004 Best of Hudson Valley-Best Place For a Wedding. Special values also available. 1000 Mountain Rest Rd/New Paltz/845-256-2053 www.mohonk.com The Alternative Baker 100% scratch, on-site, hand-made bakery goods using fresh butter and shell eggs, local milk, plus all sorts of vegan, gluten-free, and other alternative baked goods. Also available for custom wedding cakes. Opening in May in Rosendale, a new full service bakery with a mother's room and more, across from the theater on route 213. Hours: 7 days, 7am to 7pm. 407 Main St. Rosendale/845.658.3355/800.399.3589/ nybaker@aol.com www.lemoncakes.com Clermont Since 1996 Clermont has welcomed couples to experience their special day on the grounds and gardens of this beautiful National Historic Landmark property. We look forward to working with you, your event planner or caterer to make your wedding day a memorable one. Six outdoor locations on the Livingston estate are available to rent for wedding receptions or other private events. Additional locations are available for wedding ceremonies.We can accommodate between 50 and 300 guests. Go to website for a Virtual Tour of Clermont Historic Site. If you would like to meet with our special events coordinator, call Roberta Nolan. Off Rt. 9G,between Rhinebeck and Hudson. (518) 537-4240 www.friendsofclermont.org Elia's Meat Market, Smokehouse & Deli "An Old Fashioned Butcher Shoppe." Fully insured catering on site or off, for all occasions. Pig roasts, BBQ includes Brisket, Pulled Pork, Ribs, Chicken, Salads, Corn-on-the-cob, etc. Processing wild game all year. Specialty German & Italian Sausage-Brats, Hot Dogs, Kielbasa, Smoked Hams, Turkeys, Tur-duc-en, etc. Tues-Fri 8-6, Sat 8-5. Closed Sun & Mon. Catering 7 days. 85 Vineyard Ave/Highland/691-9312 www.EliasMeatMarket.com The Postage Inn Newly renovated banquet facility (110 max) for your special occasion - showers, weddings, rehearsal dinners, baptisms, retirement party, fundraisers, holiday gathering, reunions. BUFFET or FULL SERVE Culinary Chef/Owner James Jerkowski will make your event memorable. Call for reasonable pricing. Route 32, Tillson, NY/845-658-3434 www.thepostageinn.com Welding: Ornamental Custom Ornamental Gates and Railings Fences and Fire Escapes, Commissioned Sculpture, On-site Repairs of Steel, Commercial Kitchen Stainless, & Aluminum. 30 Years Experience Vince Murray Welding & Fabrication, LLC/845-724-3154 Wineries and Liquor Stores West Park Wine Cellars A wine estate developed for the exclusive production of Chardonnay, a premium dry wine. Self-guided tour/video describe phases of grape growing and wine making. Gift shop and cafe offering gourmet lunches and picnic baskets at modest prices. Call for hours. Wedding/event hosting. Burroughs Rd/Rte 9W/West Park/845-384-6709 www.westparkwinery.com Also See Catering Whitecliff Vineyard and Winery Delicious Wines Handcrafted in the Hudson Valley. 25 acres of vineyard, a friendly Tasting Room, a beautiful deck for picnics, and a spectacular view of the Shawangunk Cliffs Chardonnay, Merlot, our popular Awosting White and more.... 331 McKinstry Road/Gardiner/255-4613 www.whitecliffwine.com Rivendell Winery Open 7 days, 10-6. One of the region's favorite wineries. Discover the wines of New York State and the Vintage New York™ Shop. Tours, gift shop, art gallery, special events year 'round. Something is always happening at Rivendell. Consult the calendar in this publication for Rivendell special events. www.rivendellwines.com 714 Albany Post Rd/New Paltz/255-2494 Wines and Spirits Highland Liquors Bridgeview Plaza-Easy Parking · Large selection of wines, local and imported. · Champagne, chilled & waiting for your event! · Lotto, Daily Numbers, Win 4, Take 5, Pick 10, and all instant games · Tuesday, Senior Citizen 10% discount (not for Lotto) · Monday-Thursday, 9am-9pm · Friday and Saturday, 9am-10pm; Sunday, noon-7pm Phone: 691-2555 650 Route 9W/Bridgeview Plaza/Highland Yoga Jai Ma Yoga Center Conveniently located in downtown New Paltz. We offer 22 classes seven days a week. From Beginner to Advanced Level classes plus Restorative and Pre-natal. Drop-ins welcome. Call or visit our web site for a full schedule. Gina Bassinette & Ami Hirschstein Co-Directors. We've moved across the street to 69 Main Street-more room! 69 Main St/New Paltz/256-0465 www.jmyoga.com Back to Top << Back to full list