2023 Food Winners

Hickory has the most delectable smoked barbecue cuisine north of the Mason-Dixon Line. You and your family can feast on the finest ribs, chicken, pulled pork and beef brisket served daily for lunch and dinner. We also feature fish and vegetarian options for those who have a less carnivorous appetite as well as burgers, steak and award winning wings. Our homemade desserts are the perfect compliment to any meal.

Second Place: Ole Savannah Southern Table and Bar

Third Place: Legal Swine BBQ

Breakfast Sandwich

Winner: Sunrise Bagel & Deli

Second Place: Moonrise Bagels

Third Place: Kingston Bread + Bar

Breakfast Spot

Winner: Phoenicia Diner

Second Place: Half Moon Rondout Cafe Coffee and Donuts

Third Place: Dietz Stadium Diner

Third Place: Rosie General

Buffet

Winner: Cinnamon Indian Cuisine

Second Place: Mid Hudson Buffet

Third Place: Ole Savannah Southern Table and Bar

Burger

Winner: Buns Burgers

Second Place: Moonburger

Third Place: Misto

Caribbean

Winner: Top Taste Jamaican Restaurant

Second Place: Nelly's

Third Place: Café Con Leche

Charcuterie Board

Winner: Catskill Mountain Moonshine Co.

Second Place: Yarn Farm Kingston LLC

Third Place: Savona's Trattoria & Bar - Red Hook

Cheap Eats

Winner: Dallas Hot Weiners

Second Place: Aba's Falafel

Third Place: Dietz Stadium Diner

Chicken Wings

Winner: Urban Fork

Second Place: Slices

Third Place: Castaways marina bar and grill

Chili

Winner: P&G’s

Second Place: Dixon Roadside

Third Place: Kings Valley Diner

Chinese

Winner: Eng's

Second Place: Asia

Third Place: Kingston Wok

Coffee Shop

Winner: Rough Draft Bar & Books

Second Place: Half Moon Rondout Cafe Coffee and Donuts

Third Place: Monkey Joe Roasting Company

CSA

Winner: Taliaferro Farms

Second Place: Kelder's Farm

Third Place: The Lone Duck Farm

Deli

Winner: Rossi Rosticceria Deli

Second Place: Chatham Provisions

Third Place: Terri's Market & Deli

Diner

Winner: Phoenicia Diner

Second Place: Dietz Stadium Diner

Third Place: Eveready Diner

Dog-Friendly Dining

Winner: Keegan Ales

Second Place: Armadillo

Third Place: Brio's

Donuts

Winner: Half Moon Rondout Cafe Coffee and Donuts

Second Place: The Meltaway bakery

Third Place: Hole in the Wall by The Anchor

Dumplings

Winner: Yum Yum Noodle Bar - Kingston

Second Place: Helena Specialty Pierogies

Third Place: Palace Dumplings

Falafel

Winner: Aba's Falafel

Second Place: Opa! Gyros Greek Restaurant

Third Place: Ziatun

Farm Stand

Winner: Story Farms

Second Place: Davenport Farms

Third Place: Montgomery Place Orchards Farmstand

Farmers' Market

Winner: Kingston Farmers Market

Second Place: Rhinebeck Farmers' Market

Third Place: Saugerties Farmers Market

Fine Dining

Winner: SILVIA

Second Place: Garvan's Gastropub

215 Huguenot St, New Paltz, NY 12561

(845) 255-7888

https://www.garvans.com/

A destination and gathering place. Set amidst locust trees, Garvan's occupies a building built in 1759 that includes a pub and dining rooms featuring exquisite architecture and a sense of history. With an emphasis on fresh, local food, fantastic presentation, and a desire to delight, Garvan's is sure to please.

https://www.upstatetacony.com/

Third Place: End Cut (West Park)

Food Truck

Winner: Off the hook

Second Place: Pippy’s Food Truck

Third Place: Lekker

French

Winner: Le Canard Enchaine

Second Place: Le Petit Bistro

Third Place: Runa Bistro

Fried Chicken

Winner: Black-Eyed Suzie's Upstate

Second Place: Harana Market

Third Place: Kennedy Fried Chicken kingston

Fries

Winner: Buns Burgers

Second Place: Mountain Brauhaus

Third Place: Del's Roadside

German

Winner: Mountain Brauhaus

Second Place: Gunk Haus

Third Place: Jaeger Haus

Gluten-Free Friendly

Winner: Black-Eyed Suzie's Upstate

Second Place: Misto

Third Place: Kitchen & Coffee

Greek

Winner: Opa! Gyros Greek Restaurant

Second Place: Aba's Falafel

Third Place: Athena Gyro

Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Winner: Bread Alone Bakery

Second Place: Sissy's Cafe

Third Place: Rosie General

Hot Dog

Winner: Dallas Hot Weiners

Second Place: Brunette

Third Place: Pete's Hot Dog Stand Inc

Hotel Restaurant

Winner: Hotel Kinsley

Second Place: Mohonk Mountain House

Third Place: Beekman Arms & Delamater Inn

Ice Cream Stand

Winner: Boice Bros Dairy

Second Place: Alleyway Ice Cream

Third Place: The Jolly Cow

Indian

Winner: Cinnamon Indian Cuisine

Second Place: Namaste Indian Restaurant

Third Place: Calcutta Kitchens

Italian

Winner: Annarella Ristorante

Second Place: Savona's Trattoria & Bar - Kingston

Third Place: Frank Guido's Little Italy

Japanese

Winner: SushiMakio

Second Place: Kyoto Sushi

Third Place: Golden Ginza

Juice Bar

Winner: Turn Up The Beet

Second Place: Little Apple Cafe

Third Place: Sissy's Cafe

Late Night Eats

Winner: Terrapin Restaurant

Second Place: Dietz Stadium Diner

Third Place: Pig Bar

Mexican

Winner: Main Street

Second Place: Upstate Taco

Third Place: The Tortilla Taco Bar

Nachos

Winner: Santa Fe

Second Place: Terrapin Restaurant

Third Place: The Egg's Nest

New Restaurant (2022-present)

Winner: Upstate Taco

4293 US Highway 209, Stone Ridge, NY 12484

(845) 687-6500

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Innovative tacos and other Mexican inspired specialties featuring Upstate New York produce, when possible. Handcrafted cocktails with an emphasis on agave based spirits (tequila, mezcal). Local beer on tap. Dine in, dine out or take out.

Second Place: Rosie General
Third Place: The Kitchen at Salt & Fire

Overall Reader Favorite

Winner: Half Moon Rondout Cafe Coffee and Donuts

Second Place: Slices

Third Place: Brickyard Pizza

Oysters

Winner: Bowery Dugout

Second Place: Le Petit Bistro

Third Place: Kingston Standard Brewing Co.

Pasta

Winner: Frank Guido's Little Italy

Second Place: Annarella Ristorante

Third Place: A Slice of Italy

Pho

Winner: IPho

Second Place: Yum Yum Noodle Bar - Red Hook

Third Place: Pho Tibet

Pizza

Winner: Slices

Second Place: Ollie's Pizza

Third Place: A Slice of Italy

Ramen

Winner: Yum Yum Noodle Bar - Kingston

Second Place: Tanma Ramen

Third Place: First Capital Poké Bar

Sandwich

Winner: Rossi Rosticceria Deli

Second Place: Paulie Boy Hero shop

Third Place: Joe Beez

Seafood

Winner: Bowery Dugout

Second Place: Gadaleto's Seafood Market & Eatery

Third Place: Ship to Shore

Soft Pretzel

Winner: Mountain Brauhaus

Second Place: Stockade Tavern

Third Place: Kingston Standard Brewing Co.

Soup

Winner: Stone Soup Food Company

Second Place: Nana's Take Out Cafe & Sweetery

Third Place: Bowery Dugout

Steak

Winner: End Cut (West Park)

1746 Route 9W, West Park, NY 12493

(845) 384-6590

www.EndCutWestPark.com

https://www.upstatetacony.com/

From the apron strings of his mother to our restaurant today, Chef Jordan has learned and honed his craft for over three decades. He cooks from the heart and serves a menu of French and Italian fusion. For Chef Jordan, food is about memories, feelings, and emotions. Therefore, End Cut is not just a restaurant, but an experience.

Second Place: Red Onion

Third Place: Ship to Shore

Sushi

Winner: SushiMakio

Second Place: Kyoto Sushi

Third Place: Hokkaido

Taco

Winner: Upstate Taco

4293 US Highway 209, Stone Ridge, NY 12484

(845) 687-6500

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Innovative tacos and other Mexican inspired specialties featuring Upstate New York produce, when possible. Handcrafted cocktails with an emphasis on agave based spirits (tequila, mezcal). Local beer on tap. Dine in, dine out or take out.