Garden House 12472

This restaurant made me incredible happy. I recently moved to the Hudson Valley from NYC, and I love it--except for the lack of even half decent restaurants. And forget about getting something to eat after 8pm. Then I discovered Garden House fortuitously on my way to hike Joppenbergh Mountain, just behind the restaurant. The food was delicious and authentic. The menu stretches for miles. Even the creative, fresh pressed juices were great and just what I needed after a humid hike.

We had the grape leaves, cold veggie platter with a variety of dips/spreads, falafel, and cheese borak. I also had a fresh carrot juice with ginger--so creamy you'd think there was milk added. The experience was like eating in a Mediterranean grandmother's kitchen.

And it's worth repeating: A RESTAURANT IN THE HUDSON VALLEY OPEN UNTIL 10 PM!! Hey, maybe it's not lightening fast service, but it's casual and hits the spot.

My family and I were visiting from  Brooklyn. We stopped in last night for some vegetarian food. We had no  idea what to expect but our experience was hands down on of the best  dining experiences we have ever had in the states.

Every single  person we encountered from the owner, to the bartenders to the other  patrons to the person making repairs on the refrigeration system was   LOVELY!

The ambiance was very laid back and inviting, there  were tons of toys for our toddler to play with and she really had a  blast exploring the beautiful garden. It was a much better situation  than taking her to a typical restaurant where she squirms and gets  frustrated after about ten mins. in her high chair. This place was great  for small kids. The garden was fenced in on both sides and totally  safe.

We ordered the vegetarian sample platter which was  delicious. Everything was fresh and homemade from scratch. We also  ordered the spinach pie, eggplant parm and the Southwest pizza. The  portions were huge and there was awesome value. Quality of the food was  top notch and we found out that the owner/ chef makes everything by  order on the spot.

While the food was truly amazing the most  special part about this experience was hands down the people. Everyone  was so kind to our toddler and midway through some drinks and appetizers  a drum was passed around and everyone danced to music and sang and  laughed. It was truly an indescribable experience. Everyone was so  joyous and free and it was a true reminder after the year we have all  had that good people do exist in the world.

We left this place  with our hearts just as full and happy as our stomachs. Would give this  place ten stars if I could. Thank you to the lovely staff and especially  to Nahida and Nile and Petra. We LOVE YOU! I mean this with the most  sincerity, we can not wait to see you again to dance and eat and  celebrate life.

Thank you so much! Everyone please eat here!

xoxo

I wish we had read ALL of the reviews before trying the Garden. It seems like you've got a 50-50 chance of having either a delightful Middle Eastern dinner, or a disastrous, prolonged, frustrating night. We lost the bet.

Our waiter was flustered and inexperienced. The "bartender" spent the 2 1/2 hours we were there helping himself to random glasses of wine from the bar, and even other guests' bottles and chatting up locals. The owner/hostess was lovely upon  arrival, but then disappeared into the kitchen. It took hours to get our food -- we were there after closing waiting! I wouldn't take the chance again. So disappointed.

(Oh, and the outdoor garden is starting to look like a junkyard. Should have been a sign.)

Incredible authentic middle eastern food. Do not skip dessert. I usually do in all restaurants but NEVER here. Hidden gem.

What a wonderful find this was.  If you want authentic Mediterranean food this is a place to come.  We started out with grape leaves.  They were rolled and covered in lemon, oil & mint.  These were over a bed of chopped salad.  Last time I tasted something like this was when my wife's Syrian Grandmother made them.  We then had gluten free cheese pizza and a whole sea bass wood fired grilled on a platter.  A little slow due to COVID but this place is a Mediterranean food treasure tucked in Rosendale, NY.  Cash only but clearly spelled out when you walk in.

Wonderful food and run garden, kinda hippie with a exotic style. I order the cod, it's really delicious. Try the Arabic coffee, it's better than espresso in my opinion. The orange cake is bit too sweet for me. Overall, lovely experience

Oh my! My wife and I got the Moroccan chickpea curry tagine (side of the cucumber tomato salad) and the Mujaddara (rice and lentils with camelized onions on top) with side of cucumber and yogurt salad to go!!! The was one of the best middle eastern meals I have eaten!

When I picked it up, I couldn't resist getting a piece of the semolina orange syrup cake, which is out of this world!

Looking forward to trying more things in the future!

I will never give this place my business.  My family ordered take out using the online system. I paid in full and tipped (over $100), the order went through and I was given a confirmation. When I got to the restaurant to pick up the meal the women who barely greeted me said that she didn't receive any orders and walked away. I was very confused. I then looked at my phone and I got an email saying that the restaurant cancelled my order and I was refunded. I wish I knew this before I got to the restaurant. Anyways I explained the situation to the women she said in a very dismissive and rude way, "i cant make you food we are too busy tonight" and again walked away from me. Great customer service... the place wasn't even that full. This could have been handled much better and I will not be back.

Our entrees were very good but our issue was with our appetizer- we ordered an appetizer and they served it with toasted white bread instead of pita. They were apparently out which makes no sense for a Mediterranean restaurant   They knew better and tried to pass it off on us. They should have been honest and not served it that evening.
And they charged us for it to boot!
That's it for us.

Delicious! Ordered the grape leaves, chicken schwarma, and chicken tangine. Got recommended by a local. It felt like we were visiting the cook's home for an authentic meal in their front garden.  It's in a cute little progressive stwith friendly folks!