John L
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Let’s start here - I AM A REAL PERSON, yup nothing fake. It would be easy and simple to say I was in Woodstock NY for three days and ate at the Oriole 9 twice, but hey it wouldn't be a real review. I'm not sure what is going on these days with some people who are eating out, but if you haven't noticed the pandemic has taken straight aim at restaurants - short staffed or staff having to pull double shifts so let’s cut some slack. Oh, and a reminder - yea Woodstock NY may be peace and love, but it is expensive everywhere you shop and eat. Now back to O9 service and food.
Everybody at Oriole 9 was nice. Friendly. Helpful. Accommodating. Funny. Professional. All this with a smile by the waitresses and bus-persons. The food is simply great, which fills the place with people - and, ready? People talk... yup there you have it. This place is always packed for a reason - fresh food perfectly prepared and/or cooked, with a splash of inventiveness, and plenty of options.
Entering around closing time, we were seated and waited on by Brook (two weeks and I still remember Brook). End of the day, double shift and she had the patience’s of an angel in getting us familiarize with the menu. Day one was freshly prepared salsa and guacamole, Classic Cheddar Burger lettuce tomato and onions, vegan-burger, fries, soy-milk latte and (I almost fainted!) Vietnamese Coffee - Forgetaboutit! The "guac" was a perfect blend of flavors - no over seasoning or too much lime/lemon. Both burgers were off the hook tasty, moist, and flavorful. the Fries were hot, lots of potato and a nice crust. The coffees were so delicious we ordered our seconds immediately.
Day two was great coffee (see above), fresh and plentiful lox's and bagel, and "real" (yup there's that word again) corned beef hash. I love hash and I am always looking for something different and Oriole 9 delivered. Corned beef was cubed, eggs cooked to order, onions tender and the spices spot on. For the most part the cubes melted in your mouth, but an occasional fatty piece made chewing tough, but overall, the taste was off the hook.
In planning for our next Woodstock NY trip, we will be heading immediately to Oriole 9, making sure it is a Friday Saturday or Sunday to see Brook!