WE’VE SEARCHED FOR THE BEST DEALS FROM SOME OF OUR FAVORITE RESTAURANTS IN THE VALLEY. THESE EATERIES OFFER YOU BOTH TASTE AND ATMOSPHERE FOR YOUR MONEY. ENJOY!
Aroma Thyme Bistro –
Certified Green restaurant. Whole Wheat Thin Crust Goat Pesto Pizza, Broccoli, Spinach, Tomato, Dollops of Goat Cheese & Pesto. $9.99 Ellenville. 845-647-3000. aromathymebistro.com
Bistro Mountain Store –
“The Rollins” is a great after-hike hero. Turkey, avocado, cheddar, lettuce, tomato, and pesto mayo on a sub. $8. Gardiner. 845-255-2999
Brio’s Restaurant –
6 oz. Gouda Burger with bacon, grilled onion, smoked gouda, lettuce, tomato, Russian dressing, and fries. $7.95. Great wood-fired pizza too! Phoenicia. 845-688-5370. brios.net.
Cancelliere’s Pizzeria –
Great Italian dinners for under $10. Try their delicious Baked Ziti with bread and salad for $9.95. Kerhonkson. 845-626-2441.
Cherries Deli –
Turkey Reuben Wrap. Grilled turkey, melted swiss, sauerkraut in a wrap with Russian dressing served with fries and pickle for $8. Awesome! Stone Ridge. 845-687-9121
Dominick’s Café –
Try Sister Rosie’s authentic Italian Meatball and Parmesan sandwich on fresh Italian bread. $8.75. Kingston. 845-338-4552; dominickscafe.com
Foster’s Coach House Tavern –
Sliced London Broil Sandwich on french bread with fried onions & cheese and sweet potato fries. $9.75. Rhinebeck. 845-876-8052. fosterscoachhouse.com
Friends and Family II Hillside –
Start off with a brunch of Eggs Benedict with a choice of Fresh Sautéed Spinach or Canadian Bacon; all brunches also come with a basket of scones and a fruit plate! With spinach, $8; with Bacon, $10. Accord. 845-626-7777; friendsandfamily2.com
Gomen-Kudasai –
Delicious traditional Japanese fare, we love everything here. Try the Kitsune Udon for $9. New Paltz. 845-255-8811. gomenkudasai.com
High Falls Café –
Veggie Quesadilla with portobello mushrooms, zucchini, roasted red peppers, tomato, and spinach topped with pesto. $8. High Falls. 845-687-2699; highfallscafe.com
Main Course –
Most everything on the menu is under $10. This is seriously one of the best Chicken Caesars around, made with Murray’s organic chicken, crisp romaine, house made croutons, and Parmesan Tuille. $9.95 New Paltz. 845-255-2600. maincoursecatering.com
Ricciardella’s Restaurant –
Sautéed Panko-crusted Fresh Mozzarella with balsamic marinated roma tomatoes. $9.95. Phoenicia. 845-688-7800. ricciardellas.com
Savona’s Trattoria –
Try their special home-made Pumpkin Ravioli for lunch or as an appetizer. Delicious! $9. Uptown Kingston. 845-339-6800. savonas.com
Sportsman’s Alamo Cantina -
A very impressive menu with so many great choices. Our pick: San Antonio Nachos with shredded chicken, pico de gallo in a cream cheese sauce. $9.95. Phoenicia. 845-688-5259. alamocantina.com
The Big Cheese –
The Mediterranean Platter is the perfect option here. You can choose from their many home-made Middle Eastern delicacies to make your own perfect meal. Choose from turkish salad, tabouleh, labane, falafel, or hummus to name a few. $8. Rosendale. 845-658-7175
The Last Bite –
The Sandwich Slayer builds the sandwich and panini of your dreams. Try the unique Naan Sandwich: Provolone, salami, black olives, Russian dressing on Naan. $6.95. High Falls. 845-687-7779