Darlings

Very cozy Americans vibe. Food was delicious with southern influences. Definitely a Carolina feel to the food. Tables often have couches as chairs. Very homey and comfortable. Lots of interesting brunch items. Friendly staff.

LOVED this place! Such a fun vibe (all ages) and the food is great. They also had some gluten free options (fried green tomatoes, steak and burnt ends were all wonderful). The Salty Dog mocktail was excellent too. So glad we stopped by.

I could scream this place is so good. Went on a totally random whim looking for something nearby and holy hell this place is incredible in every way and if I lived anywhere nearby I would basically move in. The vibes are amazing - such highly curated art and seating from intimate booths to living room sofas and chairs. There’s tons of varied seating up front and then more tables and a wraparound bar in the back. It feels like a cozy 70s basement bar in Greenpoint. Then there’s the food, omg. We tried the deviled eggs, fried chicken, brisket nachos, fries, and kale salad. All were 10/10. And cocktails were also delish. Fave new place and will seek it out at all costs any time I’m upstate.

Interesting of the beaten path restaurant and bar. The casual atmosphere was the first thing I noticed. With a well rounded out bar selection and menu it would be hard not to find something to satisfy. We started with hush puppies and salads. Mains included fried chicken, blackened catfish and fried catfish po boy. I liked the disco ball.

Step into Darlings, and you will immediately connect to the special vibe of this place. The menu offers a mix of comfort foods with some vegetarian options. There is a kids menu and some outdoor seating available weather permitting. There is limited parking on site and some extra parking in the nearby streets.

Great eatery with an eclectic, quirky decor and youth atmosphere! The music was great and not too loud. Huge indoor main section with many sofas offered for seating. They need to add or offer small pillows so that one's back can be supported when actually dining since the table is further away. Food was great and well seasoned. Especially the French fries. The only item that needed some help were the hard brussel sprouts in the Hokey Bowl that was otherwise delicious. Would definitely return as they welcomed our small grandson and had a highchair readily available. He loved the chicken nuggets, music and the large disco ball we sat next to.

Such an awesome place! The food is made with love and well executed. The cool vibe is to be talked about while having a drink . I’m only upset I don’t live closer to enjoy it more often.

We were staying in the area for a mini vacation and found this spot, and are so glad we did! The vibe and ambiance is so so sweet (my favorite parts were the sofas and comfy chair seating, the plants and the lights), the staff were friendly and the food was delicious! We would come back anytime!

I've been wanting to go here ever since it opened, and finally got around to it. It was worth the wait! I ordered the Bright Idea cocktail, and enjoyed it so much that I ordered a second. My husband had the Warm in the Sun cocktail, which was also delicious. We started with hush puppies, which were more flavorful than your standard hush puppy. They came with a tartar sauce that wasn't typical - it was delicious. We also got the Alabama white wings. The white sauce was good but not my favorite, next time I'd try smoky buffalo or buffalo. The ranch dressing was amazing and herby! I wonder if they make it in-house. On to the entrees - I got the shrimp and grits. The grits were creamy and so good. The sauce was wonderfully flavorful. I would absolutely order this again, but next time I want to try their vegan fried chicken (fried oyster mushrooms)! My husband's burnt ends were really tasty. Honestly, I wanted to try everything on the menu. The service was fairly quick, despite them being busy. I look forward to returning!

This is a "don't miss" spot just outside of Rosendale. What a funky, beautiful spot! The cuisine is elegant southern comfort food -and it's done well! It's also a very cool cocktail lounge. There is outdoor dining on the old fashioned porch out front, ginormous, yet cozy, indoor space, and a large, spectacular -sorta hidden - outdoor garden (with fire pit) with seating areas perfect for date night or friends hang. The staff were all very friendly, welcoming, and knowledgeable. I had the shrimp and grits. This dish, while seemingly simple, can often go wrong. Not here- it was "chef's kiss" perfection. The grits were flavorful and creamy and the shrimp were well seasoned and tender. Hubby

OMG ANOTHER VERY CUTE BAR! Love the inside of this place, dim lights, cute &cozy chairs and tables to talk around, and nice decor/low lights. I had the Bright Idea & Velvet Cowboy which felt very close to tiki drinks. The Alabama sauce wings were also super tasty. The service was great - attentive and friendly server. Can't wait to come back!

Great Brunch. The service was smooth. The restaurant is comfortable. The porch was a great place to sit by flowers and eat. Shrimp and grits were perfect. Highly recommend.

The food was so delicious, my friends and I shared Alabama white wings as well as the cauliflower wings, everything written in the description of these items is exactly how it comes,and the Alabamas were a instant favorite of our table. I absolutely also loved the Rocket Shrimp, the pesto at the bottom of the bowl was ALL THAT AND MORE, YUM. You need them trust me! Service was on point, we were there for the private burlesque show that my kid was a part of, and that didn't disappoint either, what a fun time. Everyone there seems to be enjoying the food, each other, and that's as good as it gets. I'm looking forward to returning.

I could come here every week!! The ambiance is just perfect for a cozy night with friends. We were seated at one of the couch tables. It is literally two love seats with a table between them. It was lovely! The drinks were fantastic. The food was delicious. The prices were reasonable. They even had a DJ spinning some vinyls. This might be a new fave!!

Love this neon, retro 60s vibe dining room decors filled w painting, plants and arts! there are 2 rooms, 1 huge dining room w booth seats and intended mismatched chairs, the other room w rectangular bar w a different entrance. we came late night, ordered a trout dip, very happy it came w veggies and crackers, a fried chicken w collard green and mashed potatoes, fried chicken was ok, used chicken filet instead, batter was crispy but ok w flavor, good selection of drinks. overall, it's a good stop, would open to try others!

We had a lovely stop at this quirky, fun, and tasty spot. The waitstaff were very nice and our food was out quickly. We each had smash burgers -- I had the green beans and my husband the potato salad. Before that, we had the deviled eggs which had a nice vinegary / pickly taste. Everything though was fresh and good. It's a fun place with an large patio and lounge-like interior. If you're in the area, it's definitely a good spot. Plus -- I greatly appreciated their labeling all menu items as being gluten-free, vegan, or vegan option. Bathrooms were also clean!

Four of us (2 couples) went there after golf. We ate there in the past when it was the Postage Inn. We were looking forward to a new dining experience. As we went through the front door it was quite musky smelling. We were going to sit at the bar, but even though there were 6 open seats, we couldn't get four seats together because those at the small bar were spread out. So we got a table. The service was a bit slow but we were ok with it because we caught up with old times. After about 10 min the first server asked what we wanted to drink. We ordered and made it clear we wanted two separate checks, one per couple. She said ok. When she delivered our drinks we were ready to order. She said another server would take the order. We then waited for that server, again ok. That server came over and we again said we wanted two checks and then ordered. I'll only comment on my food. The food was good, but the portions were small. Shrimp and Grits for $24 had 5 small shrimp, smallest I've seen. Fried Green Tomatoes $17 with 3 slices of tomato (equivalent to 1/2 a tomato). When asking for the check it took a bit of time but she brought it and walked away immediately. It was one check despite our repeated request for it to be by couple. We again waited for her to return to request the split. We really didn't want to sit there much longer so after 10 minutes I went up by the bar where the server was and politely said, we asked for this to be separated by couples with each server, can you please deal with it. She was visually upset and when she came to the table she said was short and made it clear she was aggravated about dealing with this issue. She then had to go back and adjust. She was more pleasant on her return but nothing other than giving us the checks.

If i could eat here every week for the rest of my life I honestly would. My sister and I have been semi-regulars here for almost 2 years now and always stop by when we're in the area. The food is simply so damn good. I recommend the shrimp and grits with a side biscuit, yes it's just as comforting and tasty as it sounds. The cocktails are also out of this world, incredibly unique and flavorful. The staff are so friendly and I always see the same few faces working, which to me is an excellent sign of a supportive and healthy work environment. The ambiance is top tier, my favorite elements being the sofa seating and mismatched chairs, the checkered diner-style floor, and the signature disco ball. It's a large space and great for groups, but still manages to feel cozy and welcoming. Additionally, this is a great birthday celebration spot and a must try for any friends visiting. Dining here feels upscale and classic while also being welcoming and accessible to all, a rarity in times like these.

First - great looking place. Drawbacks: "fun" level of music meant we couldn't converse. (Do eating places with loud sound think we go out to eat, not to chat with each other?) Chicken was okay - ya can't mess up mashed potatoes - but I was sad about the greens. Why add chili to make collards too hot to enjoy? I'm American!

Good Hudson Valley spin on tasty Southern fare. Nice, dimly lit atmosphere, decent Dj some nights. Friendly enough staff. We've gone back more than once on date night

Amazing food! Vegetarian friendly and packed with flavor. I have been driving past the place for a while and am so glad I finally stopped in!

Imagine going to New Orleans and trying to find good ny style pizza. That is what this place is like. Good try, but the flavors are just not there. Great selection of beer though. Also, the thrift store furniture is somewhat odd as much of the seating looks tired and dirty not to mention the seat that was six inches too low to sit in at our table. 1/3 of the string fries were inedible bc they were either burnt or too small to pick up and dip in sauce. And yes, the prices are high for the taste of the food.

Delicious food and drinks! Lots of seating outside and fenced in so great place to bring kids. They have different specials every weekend and we loved their frozen drinks during the summer!

Amazing food was delicious and the drink they way I like it. Sometimes people don't know how to make a martini but this one was really good. Met the owner Matty (?) she was pretty good came out to ask how everything was. Definitely a keeper I will be back

Darlings is incredible! We went upstate for a trip and just happened to pass by this cutie sign and decided to check it out. WOW wow wow!! The staff is so friendly and the space is fun and lively. The nachos was so flavorful and good portion. I had the fried sandwich with their oyster mushroom and it was crunchy, flavorful and I've never had pimento cheese and it was to die for!! The cocktails weren't my favorite but I'm not a huge drinker so it's fine. Fries were yummy and their chocolate pudding was the perfect ending and treat (: will be back!!

Great vibes and a variety of seating inside and outside but the food was just ok - nothing outstanding.

This place should be on anyone's "to do" list if they are in the area. We sat outside on a warm spring day. I can't say enough about the cool vibe and comfortable outdoor space. The servers were excellent, "A" for service all around. The drinks were excellent, and they had a great selection of beers. (The Fresh and Freaky was particularly good) The food was absolutely delicious. We had the Hush Puppies to start. I had the blacked catfish with Fava bean puree. My wife had the smash burger, and my son had the fried chicken sandwich. I highly recommend all of these as they were absolutely scrumptious. Can't say enough about this place. I can't wait to visit the area again so I can go back.

Hip place on the side of Route 32 with gastropub food. There is a lot going on with the garnishes here but the Smash Burger and fries were great altogether. I could do with less of the Brooklyn/Beacon vibe personally, but there's enough great stuff on the menu that it's worth the trip if in the area. Strange aside: There are a few prominent typos in the menu that apparently the servers know about but the manager refuses to correct? That's silly--fix your menu!

Really fun and wonderful roadside place in a very small town. 1950s/60s decor. Cool bar. Southern inspired menu, all delicious. Service is top notch. Outdoor dining too! Parking can be tricky. You'll love it!

We have been here before but only for drinks Today we decided to come for dinner and cocktails. We were pleasantly surprised to find a young man playing guitar and singing. His songs were poetic and his voice is amazing We then had cold cocktails and comfort food. The burger was delish and came out hot off the grill. Fair warning though the dipping sauce is spicy but good. The burnt ends were lean and so tender. They make them on site and well worth getting them! That will definitely be my next meal. The decor is eclectic. Just love the way it's decorated. Im glad it's close to home

Such a find...have been 4x in the past 2 months. We had wanted to go but were always on to another place. But once we did - such a great vibe. And the food is very very good. Try the catfish and the burnt tips. Drinks are great. Really darn good and the people are friendly too

Went here tonight with my wife, daughter(a. Vegan) and her boyfriend. They had raves about this place so we went with them tonight. The place is big and airy. There is indoor and outdoor seating. We ate inside it was a very pleasant and area dining area. Some tables actually had sofas as part of the seating. This might make sense if you're there more for cocktails but for dinner it's a little low for my tastes. We ordered the pickles as an appetizer. They were good, a combo of carrots, beets, baby tomatillos, and several other items. They were good but everything seemed to be bribed in the same pickling liquid. Tastes were all very similar except for the beets which shone through their sweetness. My wife ordered the burger which was a few degrees above room temperature. Not a good thing and also her dirty martini was not at all cold! Those are the only two complaints. The service was great. They were all helpful and friendly. I had the fried chicken which was delicious and happily not covered in a heavy batter. It was three pieces and they brought out two pieces (the leg and thigh) and informed us the breast was going to be a few more minutes to cook and that was fine. I would definitely eat here again but I think next time I will insist on a very cold martini and that the burger is hot.

Great addition to the HV! Their drinks are always ON POINT and love the ambiance- whether you're sitting at the bar, hanging in the lounge-environment, or sitting out back at a fire pit! Staff is always great! I'm not a big seafood person, but love the little bites available to snack on. A great place to go and hang out with friends!

Food was quite good though a little heavy on the hot spice specifically with respect to the shrimp and grits. The decor is quite charming. Menu somewhat limited (e.g., no fish) but I went specifically for the shrimp and grits. What *really* through me for a loop was the number of completely uncontrolled screaming children running around the dining area. These were attributable to two large family tables. They were seriously obnoxious which is the parents' fault obviously. Nonetheless they ruined what would otherwise have been a very pleasant dinner. Parents of kids like this should be tarred and feathered in the town square. Interestingly I don't recall a 'kids' menu so I wonder what they ate as most entrees were in the low $20 range. So, 3 stars since the waitstaff did nothing to control these little disease vectors -- I mean seriously, rolling around on the floor making screeching noises???

We made a stop here on our way back down to NYC, and I'm so glad we did! Lovely outdoor seating (front and back patios), super pleasant inside, great service, and delicious food made with fresh ingredients. I'm vegan, so I'm used to eating whatever happens to be vegan on the menu. Not an issue at all at this place! Just another reminder that it's not hard at all to make delicious dishes that also happen to be vegan and/or offer simple substitutions that make any dish vegan. I had the Mushroom Breakfast Bowl (which came with a side salad), and it was fresh and all around delicious. We'll be back!

The very sugary $15 drinks are nearly devoid of alcohol. Tastes great! Not worth it. I switched to beer because a pint had more alcohol than the mixed drinks. Not an exaggeration. Weak. O and the server said the mixed drinks were batch made and that was why it was weak, which totally negates the $15 price. Make my drink by hand for $15! Ugh. The fried chicken was black and dry. ALL breasts in the bucket. 100% not worth it. The whitefish appetizer was delicious. Almost worth the price. Barely. BTW, they still don't tell you it's an up charge for bottled water vs tap... if they even remember to bring you water, which the server forgot. The veggie burger was basically oil with veggies involved somehow. I give two stars because the overly sugary food is very tasty! Other than that, I'd give a zero if I could. Seriously

My wife and I hosted a private brunch for 70 people at Darlings on the patio. We booked the space over a year ago and from the get-go, Madi was super friendly and worked with us to create a buffet menu and accomodate our price point for the brunch. Leading up to the day, we spoke with Madi once more to confirm the event, menu, etc. My wife and I arrived 15 minutes late and it was so lovely to see our friends and family mingling on the sunny patio. Madi ensured we had tons of cold brew, fresh juices, and mimosas. This was such a nice touch! I personally enjoyed the fresh watermelon mimosas! Onwards to the food - WOW!!!! - Fried Chicken - Crispy, juicy, tender. Paired stunningly with their comeback sauce. - Shrimp & Grits - This may have been my favorite dish there! - French Toast Casserole - This was the star - we told Madi this needs to go on their regular menu. - Fries - Perfectly salted, and crispy. - Pimento Mac & Cheese - Creamy with a kick! They also served hasbrowns, green bean salad, salad, eggs, and bacon. All fabulous! I was thrilled to be eating leftovers for a few days :-) Our guests are still raving about how wonderful the brunch was. 10/10 would do it again!

I love Darlings ! I stop in with friends often to catch up and get cozy on the couches . The vibe is really sweet and so comfortable The Service is super friendly patient and sweet. I had a birthday party outside on the deck and it was perfect , they really took the time to make it special. I think the smash burger is one of the best burgers around the fries are delicious. I also love the steamers and the brisket tips over mashed potatoes with beans was over the top. The food has really taken flight and the place is a definite go to . They are also open regularly and stay open late and are really chill about most things. The music night on Tuesdays. Has been really fun as well.

Bad experience on mother's day. My husband and I went there to order food to go to celebrate mother's day. Two servers said ok and we began to look at menu. After choosing food we were notified that the kitchen said that there are no "to go" orders. So understandably I was caught off guard. I couldn't understand why that would be. The restaurant had opened at 12pm and it was 1:15. There was a handful of ppl there and no special mother's day menu aside from a postcard with 4 specials. The usual menu is only one dbl sided page so I was really confused as to the issue with cooking food (as if we were dining in) and putting said food in containers to go. A gentleman who didn't state who he was with a baby in the bar area told us that on holidays that are "so busy" *remember handful of tables with ppl* that take out is not an option. Not only does it show that the restaurant is not equipped for holidays but it also shows a level of unprofessionalism that is not flattering. I was excited to try the food and even enjoyed the ambiance until my husband and I were turned away. Hopefully the food is good because the rest is lacking.

My husband and I love Darlings. We both really appreciate that they offer vegan options for the two of us. My favorite menu items are the veggie burger and the mushroom sloppy joe. My husband really enjoyed their oyster fried chicken. The salty/dusted fries are super YUM. Also, they have the best collard kale ever!!!!! We like to go when we can sit outside and listen to the local DJ hosts. They're all great, but our favorite is DJ Flowers. We will definitely be back for more delicious food.

I had a birthday dinner there for 10 and an infant and it was excellent soup to nuts! Service attentive and friendly. Food fabulous and drinks spot on. The atmosphere is just so fun and moody!

if you like peppery well-done burgers with equally spicy French fries, you may like the food. Nothing in the description of the burgers suggested they would be so hot!

I recently went to this restaurant that opened in the former site of the Postage Inn. The outside seating in the back is very nice. The service was attentive and friendly. I ordered catfish sandwich with french fries. The french fries were very good not greasy or oily. With a good crispiness done nicely inside. The catfish tasted good and was fresh. But I was disappointed by the portion size. I know it's difficult in the restaurant business these days with a lot of overhead. But for $19 I expected a bigger portion of Fish. I don't mind paying a little extra for good quality. But like I probably only got 5 ounces of fish or so. (judging from the portion size)I pick up catfish for about $10 a pound. So I could get three servings out of that purchase. I was kind of still hungry after I finished my meal. Like to give the restaurant another chance. I'm AM hesitant, based on the portion size in relation to price of my last visit There are other restaurants I can go to in the area that give better portions in relation to the price.It would be nice if they expanded their menu a little bit and added some barbecue items since I see they have some smokers out front. Maybe some nice live music on a Thursday Friday or Saturday night.

Delicious food with a southern bent. We sat on the covered deck and it was delightful. Food was quick to come out, even after we were warned that one of the dishes would add about 10 min to our ticket. Everything tasted great. We had a burger, the fried chicken sandwich, blackened catfish, and shrimp & grits, all highly recommended. Portions were a good size -- not huge but enough to be very filling. Service was brisk and friendly.

Terrible don't bother Service drinks awful Food terrible It's Shame because the groovy blueberry is pretty good

Don't miss this place if you're visiting the Hudson Valley. The vibe is comfortable, the food was awesome, the drinks were great and the staff was accommodating. We can't wait to go back!

Horrible horrible service. Cool vibe and cute location. Food was over cooked. They need to get their sh*t together.

Stopped in with some friends and sweetie. Had the smashburger which was good, and the fries were great. Others had shrimp and grits cajun style, which was delicious, but small portion for the price. Wine, at $10 at pop was ridiculous- 2 ounces or thereabouts in a juice glass. Guys, it's hard running a restaurant, but if you want to keep it successful from November through April, figure out a way to keep the locals.

Not sure how anyone could leave a bad review. Honestly, this place is such an amazing addition to the area. The food is always delicious, and they're coming out with new specials all the time. They have the best cocktails in the area, and every single person I've met there has been a delight and super professional. Check this place out!

Been back a few times since our initial visit... this place is always out of items on menu and service stinks!! Cute inside and Mac and cheese is good. That's it tho!

Get the fried catfish sandwich! Sorry, to bark orders, but it's great. Great food + great atmosphere + great staff = great time!

A fabulous addition to our local restaurant scene. While I do not eat out often Darlings remains high on my rotation when I do. Their vegetarian options are well curated and delicious as is their brisket and fried chicken. The cheese grits on their menu has replaced Mac and cheese for my comfort food as well. Staff are friendly, bartenders imaginative and the kitchen has yet to send anything I have tried sub par

Great atmosphere, great menu. perfect evening with family and friends eating outdoors under the stars and being warmed by their heaters. Dog friendly which is a major plus when traveling with the furrier members of the family. Highly recommend. Had the veggie burger and was delicious. All in our party enjoyed this restaurant very much. Almost hate to write this glowing review for fear we won't be able to get in as easily in the future. But a great establishment deserves the kudos and recognition l! We will be back!!

Beautiful comfortable space with delicious food. Grits are unbelievable. Staff are charming.

When we ate there it was one of the best dining experiences that we'd had. Everything was special, and we were treated so well by both waitstaff and management. The food was delicious!

This place is such a gem. I went here to eat a few weeks ago and had such a wonderful time I meant to write this review then, but life swept me up. Then tonight, I ordered takeout and it was so delicious it reminded me that I needed to write my review! The staff were so attentive, accommodating, and kind, so sweet with my two year old niece. The new decor is incredibly cozy and I loved being able to play board games at our corner table with my niece. The food was so delicious, I had the fried chicken sandwich (which was amazing) and my niece had the black eyed peas dish. After she finished it she kept saying "more more beans!!" THAT'S how delicious it was. She then finished up with the ice cream special, which was "corn" that evening. We thought it sounded interesting, and it really was! A bit like corn pudding. So so good. My family had such a nice time, we kept saying how excited we were to come back. Tonight I ordered the Caesar salad with chicken for takeout, and it was INCREDIBLE! Super delicious and very filling. It was ready very quickly and still tasted great after the transport home. I'm really thankful this place opened in my neighborhood. Try it out!

I'm sorry that I couldn't give it zero stars. $90 later... We tried this place as it's new to the area and always packed with cars. NEVER AGAIN! Good lord, the food was disgraceful. 18 dollars for a medium small bowel of veggies passed off as some kind of high brow salad. We had to ask for a replacement of fries 3 times because the fries came out old, cold and shriveled. 3 times and they came exactly the same! We ordered a drink that tasted good but came in a small champagne glass and was priced at 15 dollars each! This is Rosendale... not NYC. Garbage hiding behind a high brow vegetarian vibe. FAIL!