Vegan
American
International
Organic
Beer/Wine
Take-out
Middle Eastern
Breakfast
All organic vegan cafe with menu featuring items like curried fresh green pea fritter with toasted coconut sauce, Tuscan arugula and white bean salad with roasted garlic dressing, portabella panini on homemade foccacia, special entrees, strawberry shortcake, and smoothies. Serves breakfast (including tofu scramble), sandwiches, entrees & vegan desserts. Serves organic wine, beer and sake. Dine inside or in garden patio. Previously named Garden Cafe on the Green. Check out daily specials on social media. Confirmed open May 2020. Open Mon 11:30am-8:00pm, Thu-Sun 11:30am-8:00pm.
113 Reviews
First Review by biolibrarian
ray.pc
Points +36
Our Favorite Restaurant! - Edit
Every time we go to Garden Cafe, we get something new and delicious.
Read moreTheir regular menu is extensive and has some real gems (we especially love the chickpea blinis, tofu mango sandwich, red lentil enchiladas, and peppercorn crusted tofu). If you're there in the summer, the watermelon gazpacho is so refreshing. And every dessert we've ever had has been fantastic.
This place is our absolute favorite restaurant in the Hudson Valley, no question.
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KimberlyWiebe
Points +571
Great spot, amazing desserts - Edit
Came here several times in the month we were in Woodstock. Lots of choices, the bourbon cake was incredible. One or two dishes were not great but so many others were incredible. The service and staff are wonderful, welcoming, and kind. The garden patio is delightful and peaceful. Come and enjoy.
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jupitergeek
Points +314
Wonderfully Vegan Fare - Edit
Arrived on a Saturday afternoon in early August, they were fairly busy but seated in the garden quickly. The service was friendly and reasonably quick. Thoroughly enjoyed the Buffalo Cauliflower Tacos but they weren’t remotely medium level so if you like them spicy ask for extra hot sauce! The enchilada also tasty, this one had a definite kick but also a bit sweet/savory. Soup of the day was a very delicious Watermelon Gazpacho. Great unsweetened Black Peach Iced Tea and Banana Latte. OH AND THE STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE! Absolutely looking forward to returning to work through the menu.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2021-08-14
Updated from previous review on 2021-08-14
Pros: 100% Vegan, Organic, Homemade “from scratch” menu
Cons: Pricy, One bathroom
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GFGoldenLady
Points +1855
Love this spot! - Edit
This restaurant is one of my all time favourites. They have a beautiful outdoor patio and a cute indoor space too. Always amazing staff and service.
Read moreThey have a great menu and always tons of specials. And plenty of options for gluten free too!
I definitely go out of my way to come here.
Pros: All vegan , Lots of gf options / well labeled , Beautiful patio
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JenniferKolnacki
Points +461
Delicious Vegan Food - Edit
Delicious Caesar Salad with croutons, red onions, and Almonds is always a must have. I also enjoyed the Strawberry Shortcake and the Garlic Scape Pumpkin Seed Pate Bruschetta with Fresh Tomatoes which were specials on the menu today.
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TaylorVeg
Points +81
Skip dinner go for dessert - Edit
They’re expensive, packed with tourists, and their portions are average sized but they are oh so worth it for drinks and dessert. They have rotating desserts that are generally huge and delicious (the mousse is small). Their sake apple lemonade (sub Prosecco) is also straight heaven.
Read moreThe meals are all things you can make at home but they do season well and get creative on occasion. Personally, I have to order an appetizer with my meal there to not leave hungry, granted I eat a lot. Given that they use local/organic ingredients when they can, their portions/prices can be somewhat justified.
Updated from previous review on 2021-07-12
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Fanceevegan
Points +150
Best vegan food and vibe - Edit
Love this place and worth the drive from Fishkill.. love the outdoor seating and indoor seating. The food is delicious and the vibe of the restaurant is wonderful.. I can’t wait to go back since I’m out of State now…
Read morePros: Everything
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foodfirst
Points +776
A terrific vegan full-service restaurant - Edit
On a recent visit, shortly after the state governor lifted most remaining Covid-19 restrictions, I had a great experience. Also, I have realized that I have never written a review of this local high-point. I first visited it in about 2011, before I had become a Happy Cow member, and just four years after going completely vegan. On my recent weekday visit, I had a Macro[biotic] Meal and a berry-banana smoothie in indoor seating. Oddly, wait service for the indoor seating seemed to be missing until I asked about it. Once I asked, I was quickly given a chance to order, and I was ready with my first item. (At least two wait people were working outdoors, but it may be the chef was doubling as indoor waitperson. Also, the restaurant may still be adjusting to having both indoor and outdoor seating.) I asked for a rice alternative for the Macro Meal, and the chef-server suggested asparagus—a seasonal item that sounded great. (I have been avoiding rice personally because of concerns with environmental toxins in the supply. I am not macrobiotic, but am very whole-food oriented.) The impromptu asparagus and the rest of the Macro Meal turned out to be delicious, as I more or less expected. I had the custom berry-banana smoothie as my desert course, electing soy milk in line with my recent vegan-milk approach, even though it is a sweetened product, to the best of my knowledge. This restaurant knows its vegan food. Over the years, I have greatly enjoyed numerous dishes, including the no-noodle lasagna, burritos, red lentil enchiladas, Indian chickpea blinis, wraps, salads, Garden Bowl of the day, and miso soup. It is often easiest to go at non-busy times if you can, as this is a popular and busy restaurant. Off-peak times might also work well for families. Main dishes in the Entrees section range in price from $15.50 to $22.00, while sandwich entrees range from $10.50 to $16.00. Sandwiches are available whenever the restaurant is open, including traditional supper hours. On the other hand, I find I usually order more than one item. By the way, I have found it helpful to be on the Garden Café Woodstock email mailing list, where I read of the reopening of indoor service, related to the state-level lifting in recent days of pandemic restrictions. (Note: I have had to make a few edits in the minutes after submitting my review. I think I may be done with edits as of 5:35 a.m., June 23.)
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2021-06-23
Pros: completely vegan, great food, large and varied menu
Cons: a bit of a drive for me to get there, very busy at peak times
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stephpilavin
Points +178
Beautiful space, delicious food! - Edit
Had a wonderful time stopping by the Garden Cafe. The food was so flavorful and delicious, the servers were super friendly, and it was also a treat to hear live music from the street while eating!
Read morePros: huge menu with specials, too, big beautiful garden space , friendly staff
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StephanieJackson
Points +18
Memorable - Edit
Planning a trip back to the Catskills this week and was browsing the app for eateries and remembered how much we enjoyed eating here. Such a quaint and lovely place to grab a bite and the food was wonderful. Planning top stop for lunch again in the way to new paltz,
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TravelingVegan19
Points +122
Man, I wish I lived closer - Edit
This place is such a treat! TL;DR: very friendly service, excellent food.
Read moreI had the mushroom panini, which came with a legitimate salad as the side salad, not the usual two bites of lettuce that is often the case, and the sandwich was so, so yummy, and a very generous portion. My boyfriend had the red bean and sweet potato burger, which was tasty, but not as good as my panini. We shared the apple bread pudding for dessert, and I also got a chai latte that could only be described as life changing. Like, I live 2 hours away, and I'm actually considering going back just for that chai. The restaurant itself is very charming, and I can't wait to go back post-pandemic when we can actually sit inside and enjoy it.
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KateLara
Points +72
Really good! - Edit
Good home cooked vegan food
Read morePros: All vegan, Interesting daily specials
Cons: No breakfast/brunch, Can be a bit bland
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hollyfrench
Points +78
Mediocre at best - Edit
We ate here twice during a trip and I honestly don’t understand all the good reviews. The food is bland and barely seasoned and they make such strange choices, like half of the bean burrito is salad greens and whole slices of tomatoes. Soggy steamed kale with not even salt or garlic as a side dish. Maybe I’m spoiled by NYC restaurants, but this is the only place I can recall within years where I haven’t wanted to finish my plate.
Read morePros: It’s the only vegan restaurant nearby
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veggivet
Points +175
Simply amazing every time - Edit
I hadn't been to the Garden Cafe in a while, and it had changed ownership in the interim. If anything, it is better than before, and it was pretty great before. I noticed a little friendlier attitude by the staff, and a bit more efficient service. I was here with my daughter and her boyfriend, both omnis. We all loved our meals. I started with the watermelon gazpacho, which had large chunks of honeydew in it, which is my favorite melon, so this was a great way to start my dinner. The table shared a large Caesar salad, which is a Garden Cafe classic, and it is exactly the same as before, which is to say, excellent. I smuggled in some home grown cherry tomatoes to top it off. I ordered lasagna for my main entree, my daughter had a spinach strawberry salad, and her boyfriend had a macro bowl. Everything was amazingly fresh and flavorful, and portions were generous. We also had a couple of their very purple berry smoothies, and my daughter had an iced soy latte. We ordered two desserts, an apple crisp a la mode, and an apple bread pudding. Both were very good, and not overly sweet. I wish they would have had a peach crisp available, but no luck, at least that day. Our bill came to exactly $100 before tip, and the ambience of their outdoor patio was like an oasis.
Read morePros: Outstanding quality food, Friendly, efficient service
Cons: Parking is always tricky in Woodstock, No bargains here, but you get what you pay for.
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Michellemartha
Points +336
Fantastic - Edit
I’d return in a heartbeat
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ACCVeg
Points +1341
Lovely lunch al Fresco - Edit
We were able to sit in their large, tree-covered outside dining area, a real boon during COVID times. Table were appropriately spaced and staff was consistently masked. W enjoyed the peanut satay for an appetizer- they got the texture of the tofu just right - firm and “ to the tooth”. We both ordered the noodle-less lasagne, full of properly cooked vegetables o. A well spiced tomato sauce with a touch of a lovely cashew sauce. A really wonderful experience.
Read morePros: Outside dining in verdant space , Lovely staff, Delicious food
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jayluhx
Points +1462
One of the best restaurants I’ve ever been to - Edit
This has got to be one of the vegan places ever. Their food is incredible and so fresh. Not to mention the most beautiful outdoor garden you can eat in. Prices are normal-high end. Absolutely worth it!
Read morePros: All vegan, Even my Omni mom LOVED it , So fresh/clean/beautiful setting
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JZNCYeats
Points +268
Slice of heaven in the country - Edit
This is my favorite restaurant hands down! Whenever I make it to the Catskills (couple times a month) I make sure I stop in with my dog and enjoy this heavenly place! With covid there is curb side pick up. Very organized and with the friendly manner they are known for. Delicious!
Read morePros: Great vegan food and desserts! , Friendly, Great food
Cons: Non
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