Alba's Kitchen — Restaurant in Town of Woodstock

As a local there is nothing more exciting than another local opening up a restaurant in town. I was even more excited to find out that this person was the same person who would sometimes sell her famous “con pollo” el salvadorian sandwiches (chicken that has been soaked in a special broth topped with fresh watercress, cucumbers, radishes, and cilantro in a sub sandwich bread). Lucky local behind-the-scenes worker bees in town were the only ones who got a chance to buy them. Fingers crossed that there will be a revival of the indulgent, messy sandwich. The first time I ordered from Alba’s I had a steak quesadilla to-go. The steak tasted fresh, seasoned and was gone before I could take a picture. I’ve heard the Buffalo cauliflower wings are fantastic. I’m happy to see an effort to have a few vegan options—I almost got the avocado toast when I ordered my breakfast today. My hot chocolate was enormous, a good temperature, and didn’t taste like swiss miss mix but still tasted familiar and comforting. I ordered the eggs Benedict which is my favorite breakfast dish. I was very impressed! I will try everything on the menu but I will definitely order the Eggs Benedict again. The sauce was the best I’ve had in a long time. The home fries were perfect! They were soft but not mealy and still a little crunchy. I tasted the hollandaise sauce just by itself and wasn’t surprised to discover that she makes hollandaise sauce of her own recipe. I’m not sure what she added to it, probably more paprika and lemon than usual. The Hollandaise was delicious and I appreciated Alba’s effort to bring a unique and additional flavor to the sauce. Best of all…I got A LOT of sauce! Most of the time I feel like I’m being cheated of my hollandaise sauce but not this time! I definitely got my moneys worth. The staff were very nice and attentive and answered any questions I had. They also made great recommendations like the hot chocolate. I’m making Alba’s my go-to restaurant in town for all occasions. I hope Alba feels supported enough to expand to fusion dishes and explore new recipes since she has all the talent to pull anything off!...

This is a family run establishment. The blossoming of a long-held dream which I suspect goes back for generations. Really something to celebrate. There is love - LOVE! - in this food. I felt it and I tasted it. Eat here and experience hope & true generosity again. You’ll feel like all is not lost in this world. (Liquor board, cough up their liquor license! What’s the hold up!? [In the meantime you can BYO.]) This place is something special. And speaking of specials, I had the chorizo tacos. They were bonkers. They came with rice & beans, guacamole, sour cream, pico de Gallo and some dang perfectly cooked tortillas. It came to my table on charming square and rectangle plates, and in fat little cups like a periodic table of goodness. They could charge an arm and a leg for these, but they don’t. And the SALAD. With the fruits and springy cheeses! How it was so fresh and nourishment in the middle of February SOMEHOW = magic. Look at that gorgeous pizza oven. I left there feeling HEALED not robbed. I tell you. Get...

Denise Jernsen Woodstock Local I’m pleased to offer my enthusiastic review of Alba’s Kitchen, located on Tinker Street in Woodstock, NY. I’ve dined there several times and each visit has been a consistently enjoyable experience.

The food is exceptional—beautifully prepared, flavorful, and clearly made with care. The menu offers a wonderful balance of comforting favorites and creative dishes, all presented with a personal touch that reflects the heart of a truly local gem.

The service is always warm, attentive, and genuinely friendly. The staff make you feel welcome from the moment you arrive, and the atmosphere is cozy, inviting, and relaxed—perfect for a casual meal or a special outing.

Alba’s Kitchen has quickly become one of my go-to spots in the area, and I highly recommend it to anyone looking for great food, excellent service, and a charming dining experience...