Where to Eat & Drink
Expert Cocktails
Padrona - Fantastic cocktails, and great tinned fish bites! You’ll be treated like family if you say you’re here for Oliver’s wedding, and you’ll probably my see a few familiar faces on the 26th!
For Foodies & Hedonists
James Beard nominated chef, Shaina Banyan Loew, creates a rich, unique menu inspired by French & Jewish cuisine. Recommended for foodies, hedonists, and the adventurous.
Down-to-Earth Brewery
Hudson Brewing Company - Hudson’s first brewery since Prohibition era! The food truck is also fantastic for burgers and wings. How many brews can you find that had their labels designed by Darby?
Dog-friendly Wine Bar
An ever changing wine list, fun disco music, and a wonderful staff! This is where Darby and Oli first worked when they moved to Hudson, and it is where they made many of their friends in town!
Casual, Authentic Mexican
El Sabor de Oaxaca - Authentic, delicious Oaxacan style Mexican food. This is one of our favorite spots in town! Oliver's recommendation is to order a Tlayuda for the table!
History & Art
Olana - Beautiful views of the Catskills mountains. Lovely trails to walk along, and an incredible tour inside the famous Fredrick Church home. Tickets are required for tours of the house.
Hiking for All Abilities
Stunning waterfalls with easy, moderate, and advanced hiking trails! This is a great outdoor adventure for any level of experience or physical ability.
Antiques & Decor Galore
The Antique Warehouse - Imagine a museum where you can buy any of the exhibits. This warehouse is giant and so fun to explore! Be careful though, you really can get lost!
Arts & Culture
Hudson Hall - Located in a historic and landmarked building housing New York State’s oldest surviving theater. You can see ballet, opera, and all manner of performing arts events here.
Outdoor Arts Center
Art Omi - A 120 acre outdoor art space featuring many different artists and interactive pieces. Admission is free and the park is open until sunset.
A Hudson River Historical Site
Saugerties Lighthouse - The local landmark, which dates back to 1869, sits at the mouth of the Esopus Creek and is reachable via a half-mile trail at the end of Lighthouse Drive. Inside, a small museum room highlights the building’s history.
Showcasing Natural Beauty
Opus 40 - Opus 40 is a world-famous artistic environment 63 acres of meadows and bluestone quarries — centering on 6.5 acres of remarkable earthwork sculpture in the heart of the Hudson Valley in Saugerties, NY.