Oyster Party
1802 Route 28, Woodstock
After 15 years of shucking oysters at pop-ups and private events across the Hudson Valley and beyond, Oyster Party is putting down roots on Route 28. The little inland seafood shack takes over the roadside spot next to Santa Fe Woodstock that previously housed Abandoned Hard Cider’s Outpost. Slated to open in November, the brick-and-mortar will feature an expanded menu that includes lobster rolls, creamy clam chowder, lobster bisque, and caviar; and will also be available to reserve for private educational tastings. Their popular po’boy is also likely to return. Beer, wine, and cider from local producers like West Kill Brewing, Rose Hill, and Hudson Valley Brewery will round out the offerings, though the space will open BYOB until Oyster Party’s liquor license is finalized.
Oui Oui
288 Main Street, Beacon
For the past three years, Oui Oui Cuisine’s pink and turquoise food trailer has been a common sight at breweries, vineyards, and community events throughout the region. In September, husband-and-wife team Georges and Laura Goba-Byrne opened a permanent stall inside Hudson Valley Food Hall in Beacon, which they run in addition to catering events. Their menu leans on European cafe traditions while staying playful: a croque monsieur on brioche with gruyere, ham, and bechamel ($14), a Caprese Croissant; the Oui Oui Baby panini with chicken, bechamel, hash browns, gruyere, lettuce, and tomato on a Portuguese roll ($14). They also have a late-night menu Thursdays through Saturdays, with offerings like the Irish Spice Bag, a Dublin street-food cult favorite made of fries, fried chicken, onions, and peppers tossed in Chinese spices and served with Irish curry sauce ($17); and Sunday brunch from 10am to 3pm.
Lucky Kingston
43 N. Front Street, Kingston
In early October, Tannersville favorite Lucky Catskills opened its Stockade District location in the old Kingston Bread + Bar spot. The concept for the Kingston spot is the same as the Catskills location: an Asian cafe with dim sum offerings, coffee drinks, and a provisions market, open from 9am to 5pm. Kick off your day right with the 888 Sando, with heirloom eggs, American cheese, kewpie mayo, pork belly, and housemade kimchi ($14). Drop by at lunch time for Asian tapas like soup dumplings ($8), steamed buns with chicken, vegetable, or pork filling. There’s also radish cakes ($6) spring rolls (two for $5), and chive cakes ($4). On the cafe side of things, beyond your standard drip and espresso drink offerings, things get interesting at the flavors. Dunkin’ can keep its hazelnut and pumpkin spice, Lucky Catskills sets itself apart with add-ons like black sugar, red bean, cardamom, toasted coconut, miso caramel, and gochujang caramel.
Hilltown
224 Hillsdale Road, Egremont
After a long and very visible building restoration on Route 23 in Egremont, Massachusetts, Hilltown finally opened in mid-October. Pizzaiolo Rafi Bildner built up his following over the past six years under the banner Hilltown Hot Pies, with Neapolitan-style pizza pop-ups at farms and breweries throughout the region. The menu at Hilltown is meticulously curated and seasonal, shaped by local farms and choice Italian producers. A few starters, like the wood-fired meatballs with local beef, ricotta, and sourdough bread ($18) or formaggi e verdure, a rotating mix of local cheeses and vegetables served with focaccia ($16), set the tone. Pizza menu highlights include the Sassy Salsiccia, featuring pork sausage, pickled goat horn peppers, smoked mozzarella, and house giardiniera ($27); and the L’Irpinia with dark leafy greens, burrata, lemon zest, and olive oil ($26). A few salads, small plates, and desserts—like the Cornbread Tiramisu with maple zabaglione ($14) round out a menu that keeps its focus tight but expressive of its place.
Kingston Bread + Bar
608 Broadway, Kingston
After five years and a location change, Kingston Bread + Bar is closer than ever to its original vision with its new spot in Midtown Kingston. In early October, the beloved bakery and cafe opened its doors in a freshly renovated space on Broadway, in the former home of Pakt, bringing with it a bigger kitchen, fixed all-week menus, and a liquor license. In addition to sourdough loaves and pastries, KBB’s famous mini pancakes are now available all week, as are the bagels and bagel sandwiches. The menu has also incorporated new items like a fried chicken and a tofu sub and will continue to evolve in the coming weeks. The restored spot is cozy with plenty of natural light, tin ceilings, hardwood floors, exposed brick walls, and a custom wooden bar and tables. Look forward to weekend brunch and special events in conjunction with UPAC.
This article appears in November 2025.
