6 Casual Restaurants Near Wander Hudson Ridge

Whether you're looking to grab lunch out in town or just want someplace casual to sit and snack, check out our top suggestions for casual dining near Wander Hudson Ridge.

J&J Smokehouse BBQ

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• Distance from Wander Hudson Ridge: 3 miles 

• Location: 550 Main St, Catskill, NY 12414

• Hours: 11AM-7PM Monday-Saturday; 12PM-6PM Sunday 

• Phone: (518) 943- 5053

• Website: https://www.jjsmokehousebbq.com/ 

J&J Smokehouse BBQ is a casual restaurant serving up a variety of sandwiches, meats, and platters. Featured menu items include the smoked pulled pork sandwich, pulled chicken sandwich, and the homemade chili.

Enjoy J&J's indoor and outdoor seating or grab something to-go to enjoy at Wander Hudson Woods. 

Baba Louie's

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• Distance from Wander Hudson Ridge: 4.3 miles 

• Location: 517 Warren St, Hudson, NY 12534

• Hours: 12PM-8PM Sunday; 4:30PM-8PM Monday and Thursday; 12PM-3PM & 5PM-9PM Friday and Saturday; Closed Tuesday and Wednesday

• Phone: (518) 751-2155

• Website: https://www.babalouiespizza.com/ 

Baba Louie’s serves a variety of creatively topped pizzas and huge salads in an upbeat family setting. For vegans, gluten-free crust is also available in big or small sizes.

And if you love their pizza so much, you also have the option of ordering a freshly prepared pizza that you can bake in your Wander Hudson Woods home.

The Cascades

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• Distance from Wander Hudson Ridge: 3.5 miles 

• Location: 407 Warren St, Hudson, NY 12534

• Hours: 8AM-3PM Monday-Friday; 9AM-3PM Saturday; Closed Sunday 

• Phone: (518) 822-9146

• Website: https://thecascadeshudson.com/ 

The Cascades is a local favorite serving hearty sandwiches, soups, and fresh salads. They source their coffee from a local roaster, J.B. Peel, which is another Hudson favorite that you must absolutely try.

They also offer catered boxed lunches in case you have a big group with you during your trip. You can check out their breakfast or lunch menu online. 

225 Warren Bar and Grill

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• Distance from Wander Hudson Ridge: 3.5 miles

• Location: 225 Warren St, Hudson, NY 12534

• Hours: 11AM-10PM Wednesday- Sunday; Closed Monday and Tuesday 

• Phone: (518) 697-8225

• Website: https://www.225warren.com/ 

225 Warren Bar and Grill serves American classics for lunch and dinner. From pub-style sandwiches to juicy steaks, there's certainly something for everyone here.

Be sure to check out their website for specials. Pro tip: visit a Thursday for pasta night, where you can choose your favorite pasta, sauce, and filling for only $13. 

Le Perche

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• Distance from Wander Hudson Ridge: 3.5 miles

• Location: 230 Warren St, Hudson, NY 12534

• Hours: 9AM-3PM Wednesday & Thursday; 9AM-3PM & 5PM-9PM Friday; 9AM-4PM & 5PM-9PM Saturday; 9AM-4PM Sunday; Closed Monday and Tuesday  

• Phone: (518) 822-1850

• Website: https://www.leperchehudson.com/ 

La Perche is a French bakery and bar that combines French classics and seasonal cuisine using local ingredients. They're mostly known for their house-made breads and their delicious pastries.

Expect their dinner menu to feature French fare including escargot, croquettes, and steak. The drink menu includes a large wine list to complement whichever entree you choose.

Backbar

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• Distance from Wander Hudson Ridge: 3.5 miles 

• Location: 347 Warren St, Hudson, NY 12534

• Hours: 5PM-10PM Wednesday and Thursday; 2PM-12AM Friday; 12PM-12AM Saturday; 12PM-8PM Sunday; Closed Monday and Tuesday 

• Phone: (518) 828-0567

• Website: https://www.backbar-hudson.com/ 

True to its namesake, BackBar is an eclectic resto-bar located in the back of an antique shop. The menu features unique Malaysian dishes such as cumin-spiced tots, dumplings, beer satay, cold sesame noodles, and roti.

The funky space has both indoor and outdoor seating. Pets are also welcome here so feel free to bring your furry friend along with you.

Have a big group with you? You'll likely need a reservation at any of these restaurants. Let Wander Concierge take care of that for you for a hassle-free trip!