Quinnie's New York — Restaurant in Town of Claverack

In a word, overpriced. I hadn’t stopped by in at least a couple of years; the food was memorably tasty at the time, so naturally I was excited to try it again. I also recalled that they were active in hosting community outreach events, which was another draw. I ordered a panzanella salad and a couple of other items to go. When they handed me two small boxes, I wondered how it could be worth nearly $50. I did notice at the register that a 18% gratuity was automatically included (yes, even on to-go orders). Say what you will about tipping culture, but I find this absurd - especially since the food is expensive to begin with! The panzanella salad, while flavorful with a nice punch of spice, did not meet expectations. I have included a picture of the salad; that is all they gave me for my $16, I had yet to take a bite when I took the picture. Not only did the amount of food not meet expectations, but the substance of the salad did not either. Forgive me for my naivety, however I thought a panzanella salad included bread - there was nothing on the menu to suggest otherwise. While the panzanella salad was obviously a disappointment for me, my experience is probably best highlighted by the PB+J cookie. Interestingly, the cookie tasted very close to the sandwich of the same name. Quinnies achieved something, but was it a good thing? I love PB+J sandwiches, but is it good that my cookie tasted like the sandwich? That is the crux of the issue - Quinnie’s sets expectations and then goes on to fulfill its own priorities: small portions, hefty prices, forced gratuity (as that point just a surcharge), confused food. Ultimately it all undermines any hope for a positive dining experience. For an establishment that supposes to support its community, it serves food that most of it probably couldn’t afford (and probably wouldn’t like). Quinnies has A LOT of work to do, and would be well served to re-examine their many flaws: their food, their business plans, and even their sense of morality. Just a heads up - in case you’ve cared to read this far and notice the 5 star review and are confused: I generally only ever score 5 stars to any restaurant. As unpleasant an experience I may have had, I don’t think one bad one should work to tank a rating. Cya bye,...

I had been meaning to go for years and I finally stopped this past Saturday. I got the breakfast biscuit and my wife got the chicken salad sandwich. The food was very good, but not perfect. The breakfast biscuit was very small for the price and didn't come with the hot sauce that was advertised on the menu, and the chicken salad was too heavy on the dill. Both of us really like dill but the flavor was over powering and in one bite my wife pulled out an entire spring, stem and all. I was disappointed that they don't have any decaf coffee or tea, as someone who can't have caffeine but still likes coffee I am always surprised when places don't have a single option. When I first asked if they had decaf, the guy working the counter got very snotty and said "we don't serve decaf, why would we? But we have like some seltzers and stuff in the fridge if you want to go look there I guess". I can understand not being able to make you're whole drinks menu decaf, but most places have some herbal tea or decaf espresso. The pantry section had some good selections, but nothing had a price on it, which is always a sign that it's severely overpriced. When I went there was only one other couple with their child, who they let run around screaming. I almost walked into the kid multiple times because she was just sprinting everywhere. I know that's not the business's fault, but at the same time, if you allow that to happen it will potentially drive customers away. Overall, I got the vibe that they want their customers to be weekenders from the city and not the people who actually live in the area. I would probably go back if someone I knew wanted to go, but I'm not going to go out of my way for rude service, a breakfast menu with only two breakfast items, no decaf, and food that while good, could be had at multiple other Hudson restaurants for half the price. Also, the parking lot looked like a mine field. I couldn't avoid all of the pot holes and one was so big I heard my shocks make a crunching noise...

First visit was latish afternoon in winter, sun was pouring in through the many windows lighting up the very cool concrete and stone with light wood finishes. Had the special, which was a toad in the hole which was one of the best things I've eaten in months, in part due to the house-made focaccia which was sensational. The menu looks fantastic and I will undoubtedly upgrade this to 5 stars once I make a second visit -- will most def hit the lamb meatball sando. The dry goods selection is absolutely foodie-friendly. The feng shui, the menu, the structure (best washroom in CC) , the on-tap/cans are all spot on, welcome to Rt 66!! UPDATE 8/22: So I have been hitting Quinnies a good number of times since it opened, with my wife, my kids, and with their kids. Consistently now I find I come away with less and less satisfaction for more and more $$. The portions seem to be shrinking, the menu is static, and the choices seem in retrospect to be an unfortunate combination of twee and teasing. Taking a star off, but with full recognition they have created a wonderful space for recreating, and hosting a space for families to have a wonderful auberge-like experience. Just update the menu, be a little less stingy, and you are untouchable. Thank you for what you have...