An outdoor dining guide to Hudson Valley & the Catskills

Updated June 18, 2023
Al is collecting the best places to eat and drink outdoors in the Hudson Valley and Catskill mountains. Discover scenic riverside decks, secret backyards or the perfect spot to hang out by the fire.
Innovative brewery and taproom offering a rotating selection of craft beers and ciders.
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Go back to the 90s at this arcade bar! Enjoy classic bar snacks alongside a rotating beer list and craft cocktails.
Heated
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Sip on craft cocktails and savor elevated pub-style dishes at this cozy and lively spot.
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Biodynamic farm, brewery and distillery. Relax in the fresh air and enjoy drinks and snacks with a view of the fields!
Firepit
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Indulge in authentic Italian cuisine and ciders made with local ingredients at this farm-to-table restaurant and orchard.
Firepit
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Savor wood-fired pizza and wings with a glass of Belgian-style beer at this brewery and restaurant.
Firepit
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Take a trip into the woods and enjoy cocktails and light bites under the trees and fairy lights. Magical!
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Expansive brewery with innovative beers based on 120 acre plot. Don't miss the hike up Beer Mountain!
Firepit
Garden
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Natural wine and craft beer bar serving up seasonal snacks and good vibes.
Garden
Heated
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Organic wines, beers on tap and a seasonal menu of locally sourced small plates.
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Enjoy small batch ciders and snacks at this taproom that celebrates the bounty and beauty of the region.
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Microbrewery offering handcrafted beers and snacks in the hearty of the Catskills.
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Renovated roadside hotel and restaurant with a laid back menu. Grab a smash burger and beer and enjoy the view!
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Cozy and casual creekside dive bar offering locall sourced tavern favourites and craft beers.
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A quirky and fun bar with a rotating menu of NY craft beers and spirits set in an former train station.
Firepit
Garden
Heated
Fun, rustic wine bar in the heart of Woodstock offering craft cocktails and small plates.
Firepit
Heated
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Bar and bookstore in Kingston's historic quarter. Settle in with a book and a drink from their selection of beer and wine!
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Elevated farm-to-table fare on the front porch at this historic Dutch townhouse.
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An authentic Irish pub with one of the largest whiskey selections in the country. Sláinte!
Heated
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Sample a variety of ciders and meads made with wild and local apples at this ecologically minded producer.
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Cafe and wine bar serving natural wines, craft beer and other local beverages in a community minded space.
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Modern cocktail bar serving creative drinks, natural wines and innovative small plates.
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Enjoy cocktails, natural wine and South East Asian small plates at this hidden gem.
Garden
Settle into the herb-garden and enjoy wood-fired pizzas, craft beers and good vibes at this storied spot. Don't miss the famous burger!
Awning
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