Billy Joe's Ribworks

The food was delicious! The portions are filling and the stomach was full. Tammy was our server and was extremely helpful and attentive. I highly recommend the Pina Colada!! Don't be driving after though! The ribs practically fall off the bone. The Mac and cheese was also good. Will be back for more!!

This is my first time at this restaurant and the food was absolutely delicious! The brisket tasted so good and so did the Pulled pork. We also had a side of nachos, which was huge and tasted great. We also had the pretzel sticks with cheese sauce that they make there. The restaurant was huge and it was nice that it sits right alongside the Hudson river. I like looking out and seeing the river and the view. The staff is very kind and friendly, and her food was out in a timely manner.

We stopped by to have lunch. Due to the cold weather, seating was limited to indoors but the large glass garage doors allow you to still enjoy the view of the beautiful Hudson River. The food was great and service was also great! Not only was the waitress very attentive but the manager stopped by several times during our visit to ask if we needed anything and ensure we were enjoying ourselves. The ribs were cooked to perfection and their sides are delicious. We had selected our two sides that come with the ribs, but I was curious about their creamy coleslaw. The waitress brought us 3 samples so we could all try the coleslaw. I will select the coleslaw next time I visit. I ordered the brisket Rueben and omg, it was delicious! A hearty sandwich! It comes with a side of fries. Their margarita were good, especially their spicy margarita! I highly recommend this establishment. Great food and service is top notch! Service is important when choosing a restaurant, and they did not disappoint!

Talk about the total package and easily rated five stars. The experience starts the moment you settle in, especially if you get a seat outside with the breathtaking view over the Hudson River. This fantastic atmosphere—lively, welcoming, and exactly what you want from a top-tier BBQ spot—immediately sets a high bar. Our evening was made even better by our amazing waiter who was attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable, providing truly top-notch service. ​For the main event, I ordered the brisket, and it was absolutely phenomenal. It was cooked to perfection—tender, smoky, and melting in my mouth. A must-try dish if you're a BBQ purist. ​However, the real showstopper and the biggest surprise of the night was the Goat Spice Margarita. I genuinely didn't expect much, but I was completely blown away! It was truly amazing, perfectly balanced with a fantastic, unexpected kick of spice. It's a creative cocktail that you simply have to try. ​Go for the great vibes, the perfect brisket, and the stunning river view, but stay for that unforgettable margarita! We will definitely be back soon.

It seemed kinda of hippy-esque from what I heard of it, but it ended up being a really cool place with great food. We had the meat, meat, and meat platter and the feast for friends and their classic burger with fries, mac n cheese, beans, and mash potatoes. Of course it was all amazing and I would definitely come here again if I was in the area.

There is nothing better, well, for me anyway, than a well-cooked rib. And that is what this place gave me! I got lunch here, and I also had BBQ chicken. Both were DELICIOUS. I also had the chocolate cake, and it was definitely top 5 chocolate cakes Ive had! It was so amazing. I want to go back already to get their ribs and cake!!!

We have been coming to Billy Joe’s for 12 months now since moving to the area. As a big family of 7 it’s our go2. Food is so delicious. Atmosphere Is amazing. And all the staff go above and beyond On our most recent visit on returning from our winter vacation Our waitress Victoria was amazing so welcoming she’s so attentive always coming over to check up on our table. It’s so nice to go out as a family and get such warm welcomes by such wonderful staff. it’s a great place to to take the family and also our favorite place for a date night as the atmosphere is always amazing If I could give more stars I would Thank you Victoria for always being amazing

Shout out to our Server, Alexa! We went to Billy Joe's for the Kids Dance Party they had this past weekend. After such a long, cold winter it was such a fabulous time for the kids. The DJ was great. All the kids had such a fun time and the place was mobbed. Thankfully the weather was really nice and they were able to open the garage doors to make more room. We all really enjoyed our lunch. The food was great and our server, Alexa was exceptional. It was pretty crazy with so many kids dancing and running around, and she was so attentive and personable. We really appreciated the quality of service she provided! I really hope they do more of these types of afternoon events.

Great atmosphere for lunch and dinner! Summer time out in the deck sitting at the bar couldn't ask a better happy hour spot. Country Line dancing nights a great late night option! Need help setting up any parties? Make sure to ask for Shay, she'll take great care of you. Also my favorite waitress! Always attentive and polite!

Another splendid trip. My fiance and I had our first date at Billy Joe's and thought to take a visit the other day to reminisce. We brought my daughter - she was thrilled with the view, watching the giant ships plow thru ice bergs on the frozen Hudson River. She loved her chicken fingers and fries and coloring book w crayons. Him and I do not eat meat. Ordered the veggie quesadilla and a side of fries to share. Holy crap that veggie quesadilla was DELICIOUS!!! I don't love that the fries are coated in flour, at a place like this you hope for a hearty potato-only steak fry. Also no malt vinegar to douse the floured fries in... but our awesome waiter Ryan mentioned to the manager, and he ordered a case of malt vinegar for our next trip - talk about service and pride in your business ! Love ya Billy Joes!!

Great service and amazing food. Ask an incredible view of the Hudson River . And good Televisions to watch sports

The best thing about billy joes this evening was Anthony. Our server! What a sweetheart... kind, considerate and helpful.. we had a great table out of the way.. great wings too!

Great atmosphere, nice open space with lots of seating. Delicious food!! Had the sampler and it was really good. Server was attentive and kind. Restaurant was clean and drinks were good. Definitely recommend it here!

This, is the best barbecue joint I have ever been to in Newburgh. This place is the best, their ribs fall right off the bone. The Mac and cheese is nice and creamy and the fries, hmm hmm good. The service was wonderful, are server was Tammy and she was the best. She was kind and gave us suggestions to the best thing in the menu. The ambiance was wonderful, the music is at a good volume and the view is wonderful. This can turn into a Michelin star restaurant.

This is a nice rustic place by the water that is absolutely HUGE on the inside and on the outside. Too bad we visited for the first time in the winter and missed out on deck dining by the water. Can't wait until it gets warm so I can come back and dine outside. Now, my husband and I love BBQ and we have eaten at a lot of BBQ places: Meat Mitch in Kansan City, KS; Hometown BBQ in Brooklyn, NY; Fette Sau in Brooklyn, NY; Hill Country BBQ in NYC; Brad's BBQ in Anniston, AL and Billy Joe's is at the top tier of the list. The service was excellent. The general manager and the waiter were nice, friendly, and kind. My husband ordered bbq ribs with braised greens, baked beans, and coleslaw with cornbread and sweet tea. I ordered bbq brisket sandwich with coleslaw and a Pepsi. Both of us agreed that our food was absolutely delicious. We will definitely be going back.

Love this place!! Came here a while back with my friends and decided to stop in again. The service was great! Jay was very attentive/friendly and had great customer service presence. We ordered the chicken sandwich with a side of Mac n cheese, and the chicken fingers with the kung pow sauce, and sweet potato fries. Everything came out in a timely manner, and Jay was attentive and brought us refills on our drinks as well as waters without us even asking. Food was delicious! We opted for the banana pudding dessert which was also very very good! This place is awesome, there is ample parking outside, and a great view.

The atmosphere was friendly and inviting. The service was awesome. The food was fantastic. The mozzarella slices were to die for. The Friend Feast was a healthy amount of a meatatarian diet and loaded with flavor. The Mac and Cheese sandwich was an upgraded grilled cheese with pasta and worth every bite. The Po Boy was a fish lovers delight. There were no wrong turns on the menu. This was an excellent choice. I strongly recommend Billy Joe's.

Really enjoyed lunch with my Dad - an unexpected delight! My catfish po boy was excellent - light & crispy generously size filet, loaded with DELICIOUS coleslaw and pickle. Mac n cheese is very good. My Dad enjoyed his very modestly priced lunch special of chicken and ribs with beans - so plentiful that he went home with leftovers. Lots of nice touches, including 6 stalls! in the women's restroom plus a family restroom. Friendly and efficient service from Jay, our server. I'll be back in the summer for the HUGE patio, right on the river! Thanks, Joe!

Billy Joe's Ribworks is hands-down one of my favorite spots in Newburgh, especially for the outdoor bar and patio that gives you an amazing view of the Hudson River and mountains. Whether it's day or night, the vibe is always on point--but at night, it really comes alive, especially when there's a DJ and dancing. Just be aware there's usually a cover charge on special event nights, and they'll move tables to make room for the dance floor. Food-wise, I'm a big fan of the Legend Burger--stacked with Smoked Brisket, Pulled Pork, Smoked Sausage, Cheddar, Coleslaw, and BBQ Sauce--it's as intense as it sounds and super satisfying. The ribs are solid, and the Combo Ribs platter is a great way to sample everything--usually comes with half a rack of ribs, chicken, mac & cheese, and broccoli. The wings and calamari also never disappoint. It's also a great place to catch a game with a beer or glass of wine in hand. The service is consistently friendly and fast, and the crowd and energy always make it a good time. I've been coming here for years and always walk away happy. Definitely a must-visit if you're in the area!

Took my family out to eat today. We decided on billy Joe's. And let me tell you this is a great place to eat. Everyone was awesome. Food was amazing and the wait wasn't long at all. But I want to give a special shout-out to our waiter Tammy. She was so polite. Some waiters are there just to take your order and move on to the next table but this lady spirit was so amazing. She really takes pride in her job. Because of her I would definitely take my kids there again and request her as our waiter. 6 stars for Tammy. I recommend this restaurant for everyone.

We ate here, last month, but were busy with the holidays, and I forgot to post review. We had such a great lunch experience, I have to fix that. Our server was friendly and attentive. Other servers also stopped at table to check on us, as did the manager. Portions were just right for lunch. My husband ordered rib and chicken combo. I ordered fish platter, which I was delighted to find on menu at a barbecue restaurant. All food was delicious. The bar is well stocked. The restaurant is nicely decorated, spacious and the view is priceless. I'm looking forward to going back soon.

Today, I'm sharing a delicious BBQ restaurant with a huge patio and beautiful views - Billie Joe's Ribworks. Located about 90 min north of Manhattan on the Hudson River, Billie Joe's reminds you of a Southern smoke shack that was dropped next to a river in the mountains of New York. They have a HUGE patio area right on the water, the views of the river and Mt Beacon were beautiful! They don't take reservations, so be prepared to wait on a busy evening. They also close at 9pm and turn into some type of dance club The portions were very generous, the staff was friendly and attentive and the food was pretty solid! Ordered the Meat, Meat and More Meat - smoked brisket, smoked sausage and pulled pork. The platter was more than enough to share, which is exactly what we did! Cornbread was a little dry and dense, but all the meats were delicious. Beans were spicy and tasty, but a little sweet. Cocktails were well poured and not lacking on the booze If you find yourself in the area, I definitely recommend a stop!

Five star vibes, three star food. Look, you don't come here for the best bbq you've ever had. It's fine. You come for the waterfront, the music, and the bar. Get the calamari, it's actually very good. Everything else is whatever. Service is super friendly and it's a really fun summer spot.

To the Point: - Great location, overlooking the river. - Food was very good - Price point ok/ mid range - Service was friendly/good Great to sit outside, overlooking the river in the evening. Our group arrived an was seated quickly, food ordered and came quickly. Excellent BBQ, local beers... perfect to sit and visit on the deck and plenty of space. Only negative was about 9pm, a very loud DJ playing hip/hop style music. It was a Saturday, so that may have been a thing there. Elsewise, a good visit

Love the family atmosphere of the restaurant. Great view of the Hudson and the Beacon mountains. Food was great super tasty. Wait staff were very friendly and welcoming. Order a few burgers and an app. Fried pickles were fresh hot and delicious. The Legend was delicious with every bite. Our family ordered The classic cheeseburger and was quote "one of the best burgers I've ever had, balance of cheese and sauce with a perfectly cooked burger." Plenty of food left over except for the legend that was devoured:)

The one star is for the view The food gets no stars My brisket sandwich was dry under smoked ends with no sauce The French fries were cold and from frozen Service was friendly and worked hard

It's getting a 4 for the view which is outstanding. There is both inside & outside dining. The outside dining provides the view. The food was OK. We ordered a loaded potato for an appetizer. It was great. We had brontosaurus ribs and brisket. Both looked EXTREMELY appetizing, but needed the BBQ sauce to bring out the flavor( there was not much seasoning on the meat itself. For sides we had collards, broccoli, baked beans and Mac and cheese. The baked beans were great enhanced by burnt ends. The other sides were unremarkable. The cornbread was dense but tasty. We had unsweetened iced tea & pineapple patron Margarita. There was a mixup with the Margarita, but the waiter quickly remedied the situation.

We hosted a party for our college alumni association on a Saturday afternoon. The staff was attentive and took great care of us, checking in often to make sure we had everything we needed. Food was yummy and drinks were great! We tried the nachos & Mac & Cheese balls.

Excellent food! Had the Loaded Baked Potato with a side salad and it was amazing! Both of my friends enjoyed their meals too (Smash burger and Crispy Chicken Sandwich). Great ambiance and great food! Will be back for sure!

Wings were amazing! The service is great and the view of the river & the ambiance is just spectacular.

The food was amazing. I ordered the chicken wings and a pineapple margarita. They were both very very good. The service was impeccable. Great decor, you can either sit inside or outside. Wonderful scenery of the river m. Great photo opportunities.

Definitely, a very delicious spot to be! I've come here on separate occasions with different family members. Everyone loves it. My favorite dish is the lobster mac and cheese. Always so delicious. I've dined inside and outside. The outside has a nice view of the water and the place is HUGE! They are always nice and attentive. Very quick and very attentive wait staff! I've never had a bad time here! Highly recommend this place!

I love this place. Stop here every time I am going to Albany or Lake Placid. It's the perfect pit stop!

The view from this restaurant is amazing and so relaxing. No fotos of the food but the stuffed potato was delicious.

Hubs has never claimed to be the BBQ know-it-all...because he's not. But one thing is 110% certain- my husband loves meat with those crispy+burnt edges and an overall char. He almost got his wish when we came to Billy J's by the Hudson River in Newburgh. Whatever garage/factory Billy J's was in its past life, they did a nice job converting that into the restaurant it is today. They have an indoor dining area that spans practically a small city block (not true- but seemed like it), another side of the restaurant with glass garage doors adding visual spice with a panoramic view to the Hudson as well as their deck area out in the open. My Riesling was way too sweet for my liking and would've appreciated a more crisp feel. Hubs' Long Island Ice Tea tasted like juice with none of the strength. We stuck to water after that. Our girl Gianna must've been no older than 23- but boy was she on us like a hawk with a quick hand for any of our requests and pleasant at that too. Crispy Shrimp appetizer had a subtle coconut crust. As ugly as catfish is, I went for it in a cornmeal-crust with broccoli sans cheese (as I wanted it) and a side of fries as my two choices. The fish has a nice amount of salt and crunch...but it cracked everywhere. Hubs went for the full rack of ribs- except he didn't want all that slathered-on BBQ sauce. He told our girl he wanted burnt edges and a char. The kitchen worked their magic somewhat. Maybe this isn't the type of BBQ place where they make ribs with burnt edges and a char¯\_(ツ)_/¯. But he raved about their fall-off-the-bone meat though. This may not have been above the level for us. But it was an 'ok' try.

We came on a rainy Thursday afternoon. The view of the river is lovely, service is warm and efficient, and the food is "fine". I got the half rib and chicken combo with Mac n cheese and Onion rings. The ribs fell off the bone (a minimum requirement!) and the flavor was good but not terribly exciting (more BBQ sauce helped both the ribs and chicken). The chicken, despite it's name, was pretty boring. Large parts of it were dry and tough and just not very tasty. The Mac and cheese and Onion rings were good but not particularly memorable. Local beer (wit and brown) were perfectly drinkable but I wouldn't go out of my way to order them again.

The food was okay. Sat outside. Service was good as well. My only complaint (nothing to do w the service or food), was the amount of garbage you can see blowing off the tables right in to the water. Heck, I'm not even an environmentalist, but to watch the napkins, straws and paper goods (including foil ketchup condiment packet pc/s) blow in to the water was a bit much. Take away straws and pc/s on outside tables is just a suggestion. Ya can't stop a windy day, but a great view.

This place is so fun. The music was awesome at 1pm on a Friday. The outdoor space looks like it would be wicked fun in the warm months as well. The staff was kind, greeted us right away and our server was very attentive. The food was great. We loved the Mac and cheese bites appetizer especially. Also highly recommend the meat meat and more meat platter to get a little taste of everything.

Had a good lunch today at Billy Joes Ribworks. First off, parking is limited. During their busy hours, it gets filled up quick. That said, it may be hard to find parking depending on the time you go. The restaurant is extremely spacious, both indoors and outdoors. There is a bar area inside and outside. It's on the waterfront, so you get a nice view of the Hudson River, especially if you sit outside. Inside, there are a bunch of TVs for sports viewing. It's decorated with classic American decor that fit their American BBQ theme. Ambiance rate 9/10. The dishes that were ordered... 1. Brisket Reuben Sandwich: This had a flavorful and delicious taste. The size of the sandwich was huge making the portion size very generous. Rate 7/10. 2. Grilled Mac & Cheese Sandwich: This also had a yummy flavor. You can tell that the mac and cheese was homemade. Rate 7/10. The overall staff were friendly and attentive, including our server. The service wait for our food was around 15 minutes. Service/staff rate: 9/10. Overall, I throughly enjoyed the good food with a wonderful view at Billy Joes.

Staff was a 10, even when the monsoon hit. Everyone headed inside and were taken care of immediately. As for a hand full of us we stayed outside with Kate who is amazing at her job and made everyone happy for being there. My beers were ice cold and my food was delicious. I'm glad I stopped for lunch. I recommend this place 100%. So I don't forget the manager was very friendly to everyone, good man,

The food is average. Not bad, but also not anything to write home about. However the view and service make up for the food. Ariana was so attentive and a wonderful server. I received the wrong side and before I could even say anything she noticed, pointed out there was pork in the beans for any dietary restrictions I may have, and got me the correct side.

Billy Joe's Ribworks was amazing today for lunch for my daughter's 28th birthday. Our server, Jay, was absolutely wonderful in all ways. Thanks Jay for making all 7 of us feel special!

Everything about this place was amazing. The service was top notch: everyone was friendly and made us feel welcome. Manager Joe was especially great, really professional and kind. And our waitress Marilyn was so lovely, she made the experience even better. The food was delicious and the view was absolutely stunning. Can't wait to come back!

Food was very good. Great service and Great views ! The place is clean and the restrooms are also clean. Nice job guys next time I'm in town I will definitely come back.

Great BBQ. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The food was amazing and the view it was wonderful. The smoked buffalo wings were amazing and don't need any dipping sauce. Next time we go i am making that my lunch.

Apps were amazing! Bartenders were super friendly! Great place to meet friends to watch some football. Also nice view

We love the food and atmosphere! We go here often. The brontosaurus ribs are amazing. The service is attentive and wonderful!

We ate here after taking a boat tour of the Hudson River. Came in for lunch, and was pleasantly surprised by the atmosphere, and especially by the outdoor deck on the river. Had a great lunch menu that was reasonably priced and delicious. Our table had the flatbread, brisket rueben, Buffalo chicken wrap, and the wings. All meals were delicious and everyone was happy with the great service. Not sure why it had gotten bad reviews previously, we enjoyed it!

I enjoyed the bbq here including the heavy but delicious porky mac n cheese. For the brisket plate, we had braised greens and onion straws. We also shared the bronto beef ribs which were delicious and fell right off the bone. Service was good too and the ambiance was cool with nice decor.

JAY was amazing! He made our experience great from start to finish. Food was great, view was beautiful and once again, Jay was phenomenal. He was very attentive and so friendly. If you're going to come visit Billy Joe's, ask for Jay for an amazing visit!! Billy Joe's is lucky to have him!

We had large party of 10* everyone loved their food! The flavors are all there* can't go wrong with whatever you order. Perfect way to end the day after an "exhausting" stroll through the orchards service was great! Amazing views. Coming back in the spring once the outdoor is open.

There food is very good and their menu is quite large not only ribs but various items that are quite delicious. So give them a visit and enjoy some good eats .

Decent place for bbq in the Hudson valley. Right on the Hudson River so nice views while dining. The ribs are fall off the bone kind of ribs which I liked but wish there was a dry rub option. The bbq chicken had a nice Smokey flavor and was not dry. I enjoyed the cornbread and collard greens. The whipped sweet potatoes were a tad too sweet, almost like a sweet potato pie filling. The kids liked their Mac and cheese and mashed potatoes. Kids meal comes with a small sundae. The server was sweet and pleasant.

Cool Nashville style waterfront BBQ place The bourbon smash cocktail was awesome. We didn't have food just stop by for a quick drink to watch the waterfront.

I have gave 4star because It was crazy and we waited 20mins to order but the food gets 10star . The outside deck was beautiful. It's pricey but huge portions

Went here before for my birthday last year and loved it! Went here again this year with my boyfriend and we had a beautiful little date together. Enjoying some ribs collards and cornbread. I will say I dont remember her name but their was a dark skin young lady about my age and she was a great waitress. The food her service everything was how it should be. I also enjoy going to Billy joes! The ribs fell right off the bone and really tasty! I'm a huge fan of collard greens and they never disappoint. The Mac n cheese bites are to die for !

Pleasantly surprised. Picked as a meeting spot to have lunch. It was a beautiful day, so we opted to sit on the outside deck. All of our food was great (brisket Reuben, French Onion Soup, Ribs and chicken, sweet potato fries). Only downside was being dive-bombed by Lantern Flies. If you go, Happy Hour 2-6 half price apps!