Honest foodie

We went for our Anniversary and were thrilled at the ambiance, service and of course the food. Great views of the river from an elevated view. All of the staff were very attentive and were asked multiple times how everything was by the staff. We had the focaccia bread appetizer and was amazing with the honey butter. Look at the size of those shrimp! We will be back.

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Oh WOW this place is beautiful. We came for lunch on a post-snowstorm Tuesday afternoon. After walking in, we were greeted by the host and the manager - both incredibly nice and helpful.\n\nOnce we w…

Food I love so good! Service is great! Lighting good !!! Best good and place ever bestttttttttttttttttt placeeeee everrrrr

food I love so good! Service is great! Lighting good !!! Best good and place ever bestttttttttttttttttt placeeeee everrrrr

Food I love so good! service is great! Lighting good !!! Best good and place ever bestttttttttttttttttt placeeeee everrrrr

Came here for our 18th wedding anniversary - was so special and enjoyable!! food was amazing (ribeye steak and braised rib gnocchi) and service was perfecto. Ambiance was top notch. Nothing…

Came here for our 18th wedding anniversary - was so special and enjoyable!! Food was amazing (ribeye steak and braised rib gnocchi) and service was perfecto. Ambiance was top notch. Nothing could h…

Came here for our 18th wedding anniversary - was so special and enjoyable!! Food was amazing (ribeye steak and braised rib gnocchi) and service was perfecto. ambiance was top notch. Nothing could h…

I always wanted to try that restaurant for brunch but we live 2 hours away. Today we were near by and decided to try. It's a gorgeous venue with a beautiful view. Food was excellent but a tiny bit …

I was visiting for work and we selected this place. It didn't disappoint at all! The atmosphere lighting and staff were great for an evening dinner with coworkers. The food was also very good. They…

WOW! Best of you, incredible food, service was good and ambience was great! I would go here again and again when visiting New York. Doesn't get any better than this!

Everytime I visit my mother who lives at Waterclub across from Shadows, we make a point to go to happy hour at Shadows. Scott is amazing... he makes my 92 year old mother feel so welcome and he is …

The food was good but the calamari was a little off, the service was great and everyone is very friendly. Very inviting the ambiance was great

I loved my experience at Shadows the last time I went I had the pleasure of dining during happy hour in the outside seating which provides a beautiful view. The food was great and the options chang…

We visited on Saturday 8/9/25. From start to finish, everything was perfect. We were greeted by a very friendly hostess and seated earlier than our reservation. The views are beautiful. Our waitre…

World class view of the Hudson. Happy hour had some of the best happy hour apps we’ve ever tasted. The crabcake sliders were as good as any we’ve had on the East Coast. I love chicken wings, and I …

World class view of the Hudson. Happy hour had some of the best happy hour apps we’ve ever tasted. The crabcake sliders were as good as any we’ve had on the East Coast. I love chicken wings, and …

World class view of the Hudson. Happy hour had some of the best happy hour apps we’ve ever tasted. The crabcake sliders were as good as any we’ve had on the East Coast. I love chicken wings, and I …

World class view of the Hudson. happy hour had some of the best happy hour apps we’ve ever tasted. The crabcake sliders were as good as any we’ve had on the East Coast. I love chicken wings, and …

Had been a few years since been in town and of course went back to Shadows It never disappoints. And of course the views on the river are amazing! Food is great and staff is very friendly. Emanu…

Had been a few years since been in town and of course went back to Shadows It never disappoints. And of course the views on the river are amazing! Food is great and staff is very friendly. Emanu…

Upscale, modern and large all describe Shadows on The Hudson. Our view, food and service were all great. The dining area is surrounded by windows overlooking the Hudson River. The views are memo…

We celebrated our anniversary here with a lovely dinner. The restaurant noted our anniversary with a little table placard, which was appreciated. Our server, from Croatia and her teammate, were wel…

The restaurant is large and beautiful with views that are amazing. We sat at the bar for happy hour (there is an indoor and outdoor bar) and enjoyed $1.00 oysters as well as several drinks. The b…

Carolina Sandoval Ramos

Beautiful view of the Hudson River, we were able to sit outside, the service was good I can tell that our waitress was new, she was learning, and was trying her best to attend us, the food was delicious,the manager came to our table to asked us if everything was ok? Off course everything was Great!!

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Carlos Diazmuñoz

First time dining here for me. The location and view are truly amazing. One dollar happy hour oysters were my favorite as well as the varied selection at the bar before we had dinner. Scallops were disappointing sadly as they were overcooked and a bit chewy but tasted good. The French rosé wine was also a highlight for me.

Yusuf Yassin

The most beautiful view in town hands down. Service was excellent and Devon was exceptional. We started off with the crispy calamari and they did not disappoint. For our mains, we got the ribeye steak which was good meat and cooked medium as requested but was the top was too over-charred. The burger and fries were delicious! Overall a great spot to eat!

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Awesome happy hour. Oysters on the half shell were delicious. Spectacular views. Sat at the bar and the service was great. Will definitely return.

Awesome happy hour. Oysters on the half shell were delicious. Spectacular views. Sat at the bar and the service was great. Will definitely return.

Awesome happy hour. Oysters on the half shell were delicious. Spectacular views. Sat at the bar and the service was great. Will definitely return.

Our go to place for Sunday brunch buffet. \nMore expensive then any other ones in the area but more then worth the money in our opinion!!!!!!

Love location and views are amazing. Food is good pricey I guess you are paying for location

Sadly the only thing nice about this place is the view. The food was very plain but very expensive. I got chicken Marsala and it was literally a piece of breaded chicken cutlet thrown on the plate-…

The scenic view of the Hudson is beautiful as you dine on the delicious array of foods. I was able to enjoy all the wonderful stations and taste the seafood, assorted desserts and salads. \nI will …

Stunning views, very disappointing food. appetizers that took 35min to get - we left w/o ordering entrees. Pricey & inconsistent, bad combo.

Stunning views, very disappointing food. Appetizers that took 35min to get - we left w/o ordering entrees. Pricey & inconsistent, bad combo.

2pull

After many years of hearing about the prestigious Shadows on the Hudson, that’s exactly what it is. Big, fancy, definitely geared toward big parties and events. It’s gorgeous on the inside, and located along the Hudson. Truly breathtaking. My party of 5 all had different meals, all in which were good, except for one. Tonight I had the Lobster Mac N Cheese, I just honestly want to say. What was that? A mound of noodles with a mound of burnt cheese baked into what I can only describe as a “patty”. Only to lift up the patty of pasta and cheese and be met with a completely watery yellow liquid. Huge pieces of lobster, which anyone would be excited for, except the entire dish smelled and tasted like bad lobster. When it hit the table, I was ASTONISHED that this dish could have possibly made it past the expo window. There is just no way that this could possibly be what they intend you to pay $46 dollars for. No problem, we will replace it. And on the fly, because this is a restaurant that is high quality and fancy and you are important as the guest. NOPE! My entire table ate their meals while my Medium burger was finished 25 minutes after the initial meals were set and the check was on the way. Server was excellent, timely and understanding. Overall, I must say this is a huge disappointment for a place that is held in such high regard. The people I dined with are restaurant owners and have dined here over the years and even they said that this time around didn’t hold up to their past visits regarding taste and quality.

L.

The views and atmosphere are terrific! But the food is very average. There’s a lot of seafood in the pasta so that was nice but the noodles just fell apart under our forks. The sauce was also not that great for both dishes. A good move would be to come here for the views and grab a light dinner, so you can eat elsewhere too. We still had a good time and would recommend for the vibes.

Reviewing the lunch special menu - we are economy-minded, tried 4 items, 3 come with salad\n\n1) prime rib - always excellent, solid deli-size - A+\n\n2) fish cod - tastes great, portion sizes just o…

Reviewing the lunch special menu - we are economy-minded, tried 4 items, 3 come with salad\n\n1) prime rib - always excellent, solid deli-size - A+\n\n2) fish cod - tastes great, portion sizes …

The views and atmosphere are terrific! But the food is very average. There's a lot of seafood in the pasta so that was nice but the noodles just fell apart under our forks. The sauce was also not t…

Being a Poughkeepsie native I have eaten at Shadows on numerous occasions since day one and have seen the quality and portion sizes consistently go down as the prices have become very questionable.…

Below ordinary at extraordinary prices. Food was just okay and not very flavorful. My friend didn't like anything. I was here in 2015 and it was amazing....what happened?

drinks were ok. Views were good. Staff try. Views are good. Lots of car parking. Views across the river are nice. Has potential.

Sorry. Very over rated, overpriced. Service was just ok. Had 6 pm reservations, not very busy, seated almost right away. Had our menus & wine list. Hostess mentioned only one special tonight, a red…

Sorry. Very over rated, overpriced. Service was just ok. Had 6 pm reservations, not very busy, seated almost right away. Had our menus & wine list. Hostess mentioned only one special tonight, a r…

James Peach

So tonight, wife and I decided to have our annual Christmas eve dinner here.... Got here and was seated promptly but by a family of 8 with several unruly and uncontrollable children.... I should have asked for another table, but they were packed. Everything went OK until the appetizers came.. My wife ordered an apple walnut salad with Manchego cheese... the salad came drenched in vinaigrette with no cheese nor walnuts... my wife sent it back... it came back this time with no dressing, no cheese and no walnuts... server said the chef said cheese is not part of the salad, even though the menu says so... Thank God for the Sommelier Enrique, who took charge and offered my wife lobster bisque instead. Clearly the chef didn't know what was on the menu... Mind you, this whole time, the unruly kids are screaming, running around the tables, crawling underneath the tables, including ours, with the family doing little to nothing, all in full view of the staff. Main course came and it was delicious, but hard to enjoy with the constant screaming from the kids and running around. Final straw was when the kids started to pull on my wife's jacket as we tried to enjoy desert... I finally said something to the family, who looked at me like I had 3 heads... How dare I mention their children's behavior... I asked for the check and the waitress brought the general manager. My wife described her issues and then I explained mine with the unruly children and the poor ambiance. I informed him I'm a law enforcement officer who has to work tomorrow so this was our Christmas night. I also explained that management needs to have a policy that if family cannot control the children, then management needs to address it, not the nearby guests. He was asympathetic at best... He agreed that we should not have had these issues, but Merry Christmas and have a good night.... smdh.... what was once a long looked forward tradition has ended and we will not be going back...Diners beware...A once great place let 2 repeat customers down ... Shame on you

Matt Lamas

Came for the first seating, most of the hot dishes were dried out and room temperature. Cold dishes and desserts were good and hot food may have been good when it was prepared but hard to tell when we had it. Great views and service, but buffet is not worth the price.

Richard Brodbeck

The Price of Breathtaking Views Shadows on the Hudson offers true destination dining, nestled at the end of a winding route that descends from Union Street Historic District down Poughkeepsie's riverbank bluff. The restaurant sits just 50 feet from the Hudson River's eastern shore, perched 40 feet above the water's edge. From this elevated vantage point, diners enjoy stunning panoramic views of the river and the iconic Mid-Hudson Bridge stretching across the water. The decor still pops, the views are still magnificent, and the table settings still suggest fine dining ahead. Stepping into Shadows on the Hudson at 176 Rinaldi Blvd in Poughkeepsie is more than just going out for a meal; it's an experience. From the moment you arrive, the floor-to-ceiling windows frame the magnificent setting. The ambiance inside is a perfect blend of sophisticated elegance and comfortable warmth. Tasteful decor creates a chic yet welcoming atmosphere. It's the kind of place that feels equally perfect for a romantic anniversary dinner or a celebratory gathering with friends and family. I can definitely see it as a special place with an upscale atmosphere for those Friday night drinks after a week of work. Like the ruby-throated hummingbird, we migrated from Florida north for summer to the beautiful area that we called home for most of our lives. To a special meeting of family at the Shadows. A once-a-year family tradition for years to enjoy the company of loved ones while either taking in the breathtaking golden hour moments when the setting sun sets the Hudson ablaze, turning every ripple into dancing light. Or at other times monitoring boaters below threading their way into those narrow slips at the adjacent Shadows Marina - oddly mesmerizing. For those arriving by boat, the restaurant offers dockside dining service, delivering their full menu directly to boat slips. Unfortunately, it's clear from our experience and other recent reviews that the food and service don't consistently live up to the spectacular setting. Chef John Malone, formerly of the majestic Mohonk Mountain House, has helmed the kitchen here since late 2023. By all accounts, he brings impressive experience to the table. Unfortunately, that expertise must have taken the night off. The tone was set by the bread basket: stale. Not in the charming 'rustic, crusty' sense - just straight-up neglected. When our server came by to apologize for the delay with our appetizers, we asked for a fresh basket. She forgot, so we had to remind her again when she delivered our appetizers. Fresh hot bread eventually appeared. When the food finally arrived, my wife ordered the Garlic Shrimp on Garlic Baguette appetizer with confit tomatoes, garlic, and lemon in white wine sauce for $24. She ate only the four shrimp, leaving the baguette untouched. Later she admitted it was 'because she needed something to do while the rest of us ate.' The baguette—normally known for its crispy exterior—had become a waterlogged 'bog-uette,' completely saturated with sauce. I played it safe with their Soup of the Day for $12 - what appeared to be a take on Portuguese Caldo Verde. While the flavor base was sound, the execution fell short. The soup lacked the silky, cohesive texture that defines a proper Caldo Verde, instead presenting as a somewhat disjointed collection of sausage chunks, carrots, and wilted greens in a thin broth. At nearly NYC pricing, I expected more finesse. This felt like an $8-10 soup at best. After the 35-minute wait for appetizers that failed to satisfy, much less impress, and glasses sitting empty after the initial pour, no one was inclined to order another course. We'd had enough and asked for the check. Though we did not stay, I still want to give you a sense of their pricing: pasta dishes range from $26 to $38, while 'Land' entrées run $32 to $58 per person (or $135 for a 40-ounce Tomahawk Ribeye for two). 'Sea' selections fall between $35 and $66.

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The sunday brunch is way over priced for the mediocre quality food that you get. No carving station. No meats at all. No drinks included. You would think for 45.00 a head and 23.00 for a 3 yr. Old i…

The sunday brunch is way over priced for the mediocre quality food that you get. No carving station. No meats at all. No drinks included. You would think for 45.00 a head and 23.00 for a 3 yr. O…

The sunday brunch is way over priced for the mediocre quality food that you get. No carving station. No meats at all. No drinks included. You would think for 45.00 a head and 23.00 for a 3 yr. Old…

The sunday brunch is way over priced for the mediocre quality food that you get. No carving station. No meats at all. No drinks included. You would think for 45.00 a head and 23.00 for a 3 yr. O…

Daniel Markovic

Hostess doesn't have a clue how to treat clients, just tried to get a table outside by myself, place is maximum 25-30% full and she wants to sit me at the bar. Honey if I wanted to eat a 100$ meal at the BAR I wouldn't ask for a table on the terrace. Just wanted a meal with a view, breathing fresh air. Don't tell me that in about one hour that I would have been here place would get full.