Big couches, a thrum of conversation, and an old-fashioned glow off a wall of spirits. Darlings is part roadhouse, part revival, run by folks who know their way around smoke and spice.

What to Expect:

🍗 Southern plates: fried chicken, burnt ends, catfish, and hush puppies

🍹 Well-made cocktails, rotating taps, and a lively bar scene

🪩 Indoor dining with velvet sofas and a spinning disco ball overhead

🌿 Spacious outdoor patio and garden seating for fair weather

🎶 Occasional live music and space for groups

Important Information:

✔ Table service with walk-ins welcome; reservations recommended on weekends

✔ Wheelchair access: entrance, seating, and restrooms

✔ Family friendly with high chairs and a kids’ menu

✔ Call (845) 658-2406 for private event inquiries

Sunlight falls across wide wood floors and old stone, with mountain views beyond every window. Inside, a steady quiet holds space for work or rest; outside, trails run through woods and wildflowers.

What to Expect:

🌄 Panoramic gathering hall for group sessions or yoga

🌲 Outdoor trails and mountain overlooks for walks and reflection

🍲 Communal kitchen, shared vegetarian meals, and a love-filled garden

📚 Well-stocked library, meditation nooks, and sun-drenched lounges

🎹 Occasional piano or music for groups; fireside conversation spots

Important Information:

✔ Advance retreat booking required—no drop-ins

✔ 18+ except for specific family or youth events

✔ Shoes off in meeting rooms; bring slippers if preferred

✔ Wheelchair-accessible paths, restrooms, and most indoor spaces

The lights are soft, records spin, and glasses catch the glow of the old bar top—a gathering place for the quietly curious. Laughter drifts; plates go out and questions fly on trivia nights, each table its own enclave.

What to Expect:

🍷 Rotating, deep-cut wine selection, including Hungarian and orange wines

🥟 Central and Eastern European small plates—pierogis, pot pie, carrot fritters

🔬 Legendary, brain-bending trivia every second and fourth Thursday

🎶 Upbeat and lively tunes, but easy to talk except peak weekends

👩‍🍳 Friendly owners usually behind the bar and stove, happy to talk wine or food pairings

Important Information:

✔ Table service and long bar seating, with some outdoor tables warmer months

✔ Reservations recommended for Fridays, Saturdays, and all trivia nights

✔ Wheelchair accessible single-level entry, accessible restroom, several low tables

✔ Full NA options and house choice beer alongside the wine list

Creekside Bar & Bistro opens up to creek views, deck boards underfoot, and the low thrum of conversation rolling from bar to waterline. Sunlight hits the tables late in the day, beer glasses glint, and food finds its rhythm between regulars and river watchers.

What to Expect:

🍔 Pub and bistro standards—burgers, wraps, fried green tomatoes, hearty salads

🍹 Well-built cocktails, beer on draft, and wines that suit Creekside hours

🌿 Large deck right over the water with umbrella tables and sunset light

🎶 Occasional live music and events, especially in summer

👩‍🍳 Women-owned and locally staffed

Important Information:

✔ Table service for meals; full bar with casual walk-in seating

✔ Reservations accepted by phone; walk-ins welcomed

✔ Wheelchair-accessible entrance, seating, and restrooms—all on one level

✔ Kid-friendly menu; high chairs available; brunch Sundays only

✔ Vegan and vegetarian options marked on the menu

Inside Joppenbergh Gap Distilling, the hum is low but steady—bottles clinking, someone laughing at the bar, sharp scent of grain and fruit. Old wood beams and plenty of sunlight set the pace for an unhurried visit.

What to Expect:

🥃 Moonshine, whiskey, and creative small-batch spirits for tasting and flights

🍸 Fresh, house-made mixed drinks and a rotating list of seasonal flavors

🧑‍🔬 Owner-run tours and chats about distilling if you ask

🚚 Frequent food truck visits just outside the door

🪑 Intimate indoor bar with tables plus casual outdoor seating

Important Information:

✔ Walk-in service—bartenders, owner, and regulars keep it friendly

✔ Wheelchair accessible entrance, restrooms, tables; level surfaces throughout

✔ All-ages allowed until early evening, bar service only after 7:00 PM

✔ Call ahead for groups larger than 8 or for special tastings

Sunlight filters across tiled floors and old wood, while the steady hum of conversation runs beneath the clink of glasses. Bistrot le Chat Barbu swings between Rosendale’s traditions and the chef’s restless, creative hand.

What to Expect:

🍷 French wines and craft beer, plus creative cocktails since the new liquor license

🥚 Rotating menu with French classics, vegan and vegetarian standouts, and seasonal riffs

🥘 Brunch on weekends—think crepes, croquettes, and fresh-baked breads

🥖 Sourdough, local baguette, and spreads with sharp French cheeses

🍮 Rich desserts, often a showstopper—chocolate mousse, crème brûlée, or delicate panna cotta

Important Information:

✔ Table service with reservations encouraged for dinner and brunch

✔ Wheelchair accessible entrance, seating, and restrooms

✔ Automatic 20% gratuity helps provide staff a living wage

✔ Most dietary needs handled with advance notice—vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options clearly marked