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Address: 1 Main St, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
Phone: (845) 204-6239
Website: http://www.thegovernessbar.com/
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Reviews
Dorothy Elizabeth
Old world eclectic! Love the decor! Intimate with decor for the holiday season flare!!
Fantastic food, atmosphere and service! Cocktails were delicious and quickly became our fall favorites!
For cocktails We had wisdom of sage and pumpkin patch! Very yummy!! For eats…he had the jambalaya I had the lasagna dip.
We had the pleasure to meet with the owner, she was just as expected! The Governess complemented her vibrant personality, aura and warm smile…
We already are planning to visit the two sister bars in NY!
… moreFantastic food, atmosphere and service! Cocktails were delicious and quickly became our fall favorites!
For cocktails We had wisdom of sage and pumpkin patch! Very yummy!! For eats…he had the jambalaya I had the lasagna dip.
We had the pleasure to meet with the owner, she was just as expected! The Governess complemented her vibrant personality, aura and warm smile…
We already are planning to visit the two sister bars in NY!
Julia Schroeder
Salmon burnt ends 10/10 I want to eat these every day. Good portion size too, I had already eaten some by the time I took this photo lol. The Caesar salad was solid but I think not as promised. The description mentioned beef fat croutons which led me to believe these would be homemade and standout, but the ones in my order were store bought which was a bummer. Good dressing and lots of parm though! Just not worth $16. Would order both again though ngl
… moreMike Roland
Four of us were visiting Poughkeepsie for the day and needed a nice lunch spot. This place for the bill! Situated right on the Hudson, it provides great views of the water and pedestrian bridge. On this early November day it was a bit breezy to sit outside, but the atmosphere inside was great. We really enjoyed the decor. Our food was good. Two of us got salads and two burgers. We also each had cocktails. We enjoyed it all. Give this place a visit if you’re in the area.
… moreSalt
We had such a wonderful time- this was our first time here and what a treat for the eyes and palate. Absolutely one the most decorated and absolutely stunning establishments in the area. You can tell that they put their entire heart into this business- everything was phenominal!
… moreJose E. Garcia
Visiting my daughter while she’s at CIA and found this place out of nowhere. Great experience, definitely coming back. Everything was delicious!
… moreKarma Cloud
The Governess is beautifully located on the Hudson River at the end of Main St in Poughkeepsie. The atmosphere is casual yet elevated, depending on the occasion. The outdoor seating area is inviting and spacious creating a sense of privacy for each table. You feel like you are in your own little bubble. The view and breeze create a calm, relaxing vibe even when it’s hot outside. The interior is designed to delight the senses, even the bathrooms (make sure you visit them as well, I won’t say more than that, so I don’t spoil the fun for you) Now, let’s talk about the menu. The menu itself is a work of art -each description more enticing than the next, making it very hard not to want to order everything! Thankfully, our server Anthony, a foodie himself, was more than happy to help us navigate our way through from appetizer to dessert!! Everything he recommended was spot on!! His attentive service made us feel welcome from the moment he introduced himself. His sense of humor and quick wit made for a delicious, fun & memorable dining experience!! To be honest, I haven’t experienced customer service that exceptional in a long time. So that was as refreshing as the Waterloumi Salad and the Burnt Salmon Tips put together! The flavors of these two dishes were like a symphony for the mouth. The Curry Me wings and Mac and Cheese, though much more subtle in flavor, balanced out our spread perfectly. Lastly, the Fried Apple Dumplings and Dulce de Leche Gelato sent us off completely in awe and fully satisfied!! I highly recommend The Governess the next time you are in Poughkeepsie…. Oh and ask for Anthony as your server!!
… moreEmily Watson
Date night on the waterfront, a great spot for ice cold beer and delicious cocktails. The staff is incredibly friendly, love the vibes here. We will be back for sure!
… moreAnthony Hill
It was lovely being right by the river. Beautiful views. They need more veggie options but otherwise it was nice. Staff is very friendly.
… moreJoanne
A pleasant surprise!! Stopped in on a cold Friday evening and had a great meal while listening to live jazz music. Cocktails were innovative and tasty, pink oysters, Wisconsin cheese curds delicious with creative dipping sauce, great burgers! Looking forward to trying more of this creative menu!
… moreAlyssa Danielle
What a disappointing experience! DONT WASTE YOUR MONEY
If you are interested in a waterfront event, be aware they are not fully disclosing conditions and that is exactly why they do not allow refunds. I bought tickets for the 4th of July event that says it includes a drink, appetizer, and meal without any exclusions mentioned or any mention of a prefix menu [both ticket description and prefix menu pictured]. With my gluten allergy.. had I known I would be limited to a menu of BATTERED, FRIED FOODS AND SANDWICHES, I would NOT have WASTED over $80 on a ticket. They also do not mention you may be SHARING A TABLE… We were seated at a table where they sat another couple, to both of our surprises. Had it been disclosed, I think both couples would have been much less upset and surprised. Even upon seating us, the least you could do is inform us rather than me catch a glimpse of your whiteboard with two parties at the table with no warning. So upsetting.
My parents have raved about this place and I was so excited to try it out. I thought there had finally been a cute brunch place on the PK waterfront! Guess not.
Our waitress, Ayesha (sorry if I misspelled!), was great, bringing a good vibe and kindness every time she came by the table. I felt terrible mentioning I couldn’t eat anything on the prefix menu I wasn’t aware of. We are not the type to ask to speak to management or complain ever, but we did ask to speak to someone. The manager opted to relay a message to our waitress and not speak to us directly…… They accommodated by expanding my options by two items, which is appreciated, but had this been disclosed, we wouldn’t have to put unnecessary stress on waitstaff or even be upset about our options.
After all of this, when bringing over our drink, they brought my partner the wrong order. He ordered a mango mojito only to received a pineapple. His mojito was gross. He tried to order a beer using the QR code on the menu, but it was not working for either of us or the other couple seated at our table. How frustrating.
Our appetizers were OK, I got 4 grilled shrimp [pictured] and he got a montreal smoked meat “empanada” (not) [pictured]. The couple at our table came at the very least an hour after we arrived and received their main course before us. They even said to the waiter, “where is their food?” and laughed. Our meals did not make up for the experience. My salmon [pictured] was genuinely the worst salmon dish I have ever had out at a restaurant ever. It was under cooked and I did not taste the supposed garlic, parsley, or lemon butter sauce as described on the menu. It looked/tasted like I only got pickled onion on the top. Additionally, I got a side of salad in which they do not ask you what dressing you prefer, they give you a garden salad with straight up red wine vinegar. Nasty. I also got the corn crème brûlée [pictured] on the side, which was disgusting. I felt like I was eating corn off the cob in human saliva. Nothing about it was creamy in any way. Absolutely disgusting. I could not stomach it at all.
Overall, if you are charging over $80 for dinner tickets, it should be disclosed it will be a LIMITED MENU WORTH $55 AT BEST and you would be SHARING A TABLE.
If it was stated it would be a prefix menu and we would be subject to sharing a table, my experience would have been less upsetting but nothing was disclosed AT ALL (trust me when I say I’m the type to read all the fine print before buying tickets.).
I am the least picky person and I am never one to complain to waitstaff because 99% of the time, this isn’t on them and it’s not fair to put that stress on them. This was genuinely one of the worst experiences I have ever had at a restaurant. You can see from my other reviews, it is hard to disappoint me and I am not picky. I am so disappointed as I had heard it was good and I was very excited for this experience. It is the weekend of my boyfriend’s birthday and the day of 4th of July. We really wanted a nice dinner to enjoy but ended up just upset and very disappointed.
… moreIf you are interested in a waterfront event, be aware they are not fully disclosing conditions and that is exactly why they do not allow refunds. I bought tickets for the 4th of July event that says it includes a drink, appetizer, and meal without any exclusions mentioned or any mention of a prefix menu [both ticket description and prefix menu pictured]. With my gluten allergy.. had I known I would be limited to a menu of BATTERED, FRIED FOODS AND SANDWICHES, I would NOT have WASTED over $80 on a ticket. They also do not mention you may be SHARING A TABLE… We were seated at a table where they sat another couple, to both of our surprises. Had it been disclosed, I think both couples would have been much less upset and surprised. Even upon seating us, the least you could do is inform us rather than me catch a glimpse of your whiteboard with two parties at the table with no warning. So upsetting.
My parents have raved about this place and I was so excited to try it out. I thought there had finally been a cute brunch place on the PK waterfront! Guess not.
Our waitress, Ayesha (sorry if I misspelled!), was great, bringing a good vibe and kindness every time she came by the table. I felt terrible mentioning I couldn’t eat anything on the prefix menu I wasn’t aware of. We are not the type to ask to speak to management or complain ever, but we did ask to speak to someone. The manager opted to relay a message to our waitress and not speak to us directly…… They accommodated by expanding my options by two items, which is appreciated, but had this been disclosed, we wouldn’t have to put unnecessary stress on waitstaff or even be upset about our options.
After all of this, when bringing over our drink, they brought my partner the wrong order. He ordered a mango mojito only to received a pineapple. His mojito was gross. He tried to order a beer using the QR code on the menu, but it was not working for either of us or the other couple seated at our table. How frustrating.
Our appetizers were OK, I got 4 grilled shrimp [pictured] and he got a montreal smoked meat “empanada” (not) [pictured]. The couple at our table came at the very least an hour after we arrived and received their main course before us. They even said to the waiter, “where is their food?” and laughed. Our meals did not make up for the experience. My salmon [pictured] was genuinely the worst salmon dish I have ever had out at a restaurant ever. It was under cooked and I did not taste the supposed garlic, parsley, or lemon butter sauce as described on the menu. It looked/tasted like I only got pickled onion on the top. Additionally, I got a side of salad in which they do not ask you what dressing you prefer, they give you a garden salad with straight up red wine vinegar. Nasty. I also got the corn crème brûlée [pictured] on the side, which was disgusting. I felt like I was eating corn off the cob in human saliva. Nothing about it was creamy in any way. Absolutely disgusting. I could not stomach it at all.
Overall, if you are charging over $80 for dinner tickets, it should be disclosed it will be a LIMITED MENU WORTH $55 AT BEST and you would be SHARING A TABLE.
If it was stated it would be a prefix menu and we would be subject to sharing a table, my experience would have been less upsetting but nothing was disclosed AT ALL (trust me when I say I’m the type to read all the fine print before buying tickets.).
I am the least picky person and I am never one to complain to waitstaff because 99% of the time, this isn’t on them and it’s not fair to put that stress on them. This was genuinely one of the worst experiences I have ever had at a restaurant. You can see from my other reviews, it is hard to disappoint me and I am not picky. I am so disappointed as I had heard it was good and I was very excited for this experience. It is the weekend of my boyfriend’s birthday and the day of 4th of July. We really wanted a nice dinner to enjoy but ended up just upset and very disappointed.