With the weather warming up and spring right around the corner, March is the perfect time for a weekend getaway to the Hudson Valley. From March 11th to 24th, 180 restaurants will be participating in the Hudson Valley Restaurant Week, showcasing the farm-to-table movement and uniting farmers, chefs, local purveyors, and foodies. Spanning 114 miles and featuring food from seven countries, this popular event is a treat for both adults and children. We’ve put together a list of some of our favorite family-friendly restaurants that both you and your picky eaters will enjoy!
Babycakes Cafe: A local Pougkeepsie favorite, Babycakes Cafe and bakery merges casual American bistro-style dining with local live music and art to create an atmosphere that is fun for everyone. With several healthy vegetarian and vegan options, as well as a children’s menu, full bar, and outdoor seating, Babycakes is the place to be for casual, family-friendly dining. If a full meal isn’t in the cards, stroll through with the kids and pick up a few of their baked-daily pastries that will surely please little ones and grownups alike! BabycakesCafe.com
The Beehive Restaurant: Located in the heart of Westchester, The Beehive serves up a mix of Continental, American, and Mediterranean fare. Their extensive menu offers creative seafood, steak, and poultry dishes, while the hospitable atmosphere and simple, yet elegant, decor make for a comfortable family dining experience. Kids will be satisfied with the children’s menu that includes chicken parmigiana, filet mignon, and a seriously sweet cotton candy sundae! BeehiveRestaurant.com
Terrapin Restaurant: This Rhinebeck gem, located inside of a former church, offers a casual bistro setting in addition to a more formal dining experience. Great for a quick bite with the kids or an extended sit-down meal, Terrapin offers an organic children’s menu with free-range, hormone-free meat and dairy. The extensive kid’s menu features favorites like mac n’ cheese, homemade mahi-mahi fish sticks, and mini cheeseburgers, in addition to a slew of healthy side dishes. For adults, Terrapin serves up fresh, local cuisine sure to tantalize the taste buds as well as a serious beer list with several NY micobrews. TerrapinRestaurant.com
Cosimo’s Brick Oven: Who doesn’t love a crispy, cheesy, piping-hot gourmet pizza pie? Cosimo’s in Pougkeepsie has a selection of pizzas and flatbreads, as well as an array of traditional Tuscan dishes made with a variety of local ingredients. Their children’s menu offers classic Italian fare for kids as well as homemade root beer. The family-friendly, casual environment is great for those looking to enjoy a comforting, Italian family meal. CosimosPoughkeepsie.com
