The Artist's Palate

4.5 (462)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

307 Main Street, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601

About this restaurant

Innovative
Romantic
Good for special occasions

Installed in a building once occupied by a Golden Era clothing store, M. Schwartz, The Artist’s Palate restaurant has brought back life to Main Street in Poughkeepsie. Designers have reworked the interior space of the 70-seat dining room to combine cosmopolitan elegance with an edgy industrial accent. Like the décor, the menu showcases innovation: An extensive array of wines, handcrafted beers and unique cocktails complement our revolving seasonal menu. The lunch menu is available for delivery within the city from 11am-2:30pm.

As its name suggests, The Artist’s Palate treats food as art, introducing new flavor combinations to local and regional diners. What is more, the restaurant gallery is committed to showcasing the best of up-and-coming local artists in a revolving exhibition. When it opened in 2006, the restaurant was quickly lauded by local and regional restaurant critics and discerning diners. The Artist’s Palate has fast become a Dutchess County institution.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Fusion / Eclectic, Continental
Hours of operation
Lunch: Monday - Friday: 11:00am - 2.30pm; Dinner: Monday - Saturday: 5:00pm - Close
Phone number
(845) 483-8074
Website
http://theartistspalate.biz/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Megan Kulpa-Fells
Catering
The Artist's Palate can handle events on and off premise for groups of any size. Please contact Charles Fells for any additional information and to schedule an appointment.
Private party facilities
We have a private events space called CANVAS, the space can accommodate from 20 -150

Location
307 Main Street, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
Neighborhood
Poughkeepsie
Cross street
Halfway between Market to the West and Academy to the East
Parking details
There is metered parking till 6pm on street as well there is a public lot @ 11 Garden Street. Additionally there is a parking garage located on Market Street.
Public transit
Last stop on the Metro North Line from Grand Central
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Buttermilk & Potato Soup$9.00
buttermilk | fennel pollen | potato sticks | sherry | caramel
Cider Braised Mussels$13.00
cider | bacon | aioli | charred bread
Beet Salad$12.00
roasted beet | dill crème fraiche | bulls blood | pickled fennel | pistachio | mandarin shrub
Kale Salad$11.00
kale | peach | raisin | cashew | quinoa | lemon | garlic
Caesar Salad$12.00
romaine | pecorino | lemon | garlic | black pepper | cured egg | sourdough
Leg of Crab$13.00
green apple | sauerkraut | pickled mustard | dijon crème | cured lime | thyme vinaigrette
Artist's Plate$18.00
a curated selection of meats | cheeses | accompaniments

Vegetarian

Smoked Barley Risotto$22.00
leeks | oyster mushroom | porcini | grilled onion | lemon | pecorino | pine nut
Ricotta Dumplings$22.00
heirloom tomato | pickled eggplant | basil | fresh local corn | shaved pecorino

Entrees

Seared Scallops$30.00
sweet potato | brussels sprouts | bacon | lemon | dill
Faroe Salmon$27.00
creamed potato | baby spinach | caramelized garlic | lemon emulsion
Oil Poached Swordfish Loin$32.00
melted tomato | peruvian romesco | dried olive | giardiniera
Strip of Strip$34.00
koji, green greens relish, vegetable ash, onion creme
Hen of the Yard$26.00
creamed potatoes | alliums | oyster mushrooms | chicken jus
Black Duck$26.00
smoked duck, salsify, sour jus, black plum concasse

Sides

Fried Cauliflower$7.00
Whipped Potatoes$7.00
Brussels Sprouts$7.00

Beer

Adirondack, Brown Ale 5.6% Lake George, New York
Dark mahogany, single hop flavor, citrus crisp finish
- 12 Oz. Bottle$6.00
Rouge, Dead Guy Ale 6.8% New Port, Oregon
Honey color, malty aroma, rich hearty flavor
- 12 Oz. Can$6.00
Kentucky, Old Fashio Ned Barrel Ale 10% Lexington, Kentucky
Notes of bourbon, orange, and cherry
- 12 Oz. Bottle$9.00
Bronx Brewery, American Pale Ale 6.3% the Bronx, New York
Caramel, biscuit malts, citrus hop flavor
- 12 Oz. Can$6.00
Left Hand Brewing, Sawtooth Ale 5.3% Longmont, Colorado
Earthy hops taste, light and dry finish
- 12 Oz. Bottle$6.00
Omegang, Hennepin 7.7% Cooperstown, New York
Champagne effervescence with a bittersweet finish
- 12 Oz. Bottle$9.00
Omegang, 3 Philosophers 9.7% Cooperstown, New York
Dark cherry, coffee, malty undertones
- 12 Oz. Bottle$13.00
Southern Tier, IPA 7% Lakewood, New York
Tropical, fruity, spicy, and piney
- 12 Oz. Can$8.00
Southern Tier, 2x Smash Double IPA 8.1% Lakewood, New York
Nutty notes with citrus and mint
- 12 Oz. Can$9.00
Rouge, 6 Hop IPA 6.6% New Port, Oregon
Citrus hop flavor with lingering bitterness
- 12 Oz. Can$6.00
Ransack the Universe, Hemisphere IPA 6.8% Lake Elsinore, California
Tropical fruit taste featuring mango and pineapple
- 16 Oz. Can$10.00
Firestone, Leo Vs. Ursus Inferos Imperial IPA 8.2% Marina Del Rey, California
Rye hops with spicy undertones
- 16 Oz. Can$11.00
Bronx Brewery, No Resolutions IPA 7.6% the Bronx, New York
Citrus, pines, tropical fruit, and lemon grass
- 12 Oz. Can$6.00
Sierra Nevada, Celebration IPA 6.8% Chico, California
Citrus and pine, bold and intense
- 12 Oz. Bottle$6.00
Chatham, Spike Devil Porter 6% Chatham, New York
Bold notes of coffee and chocolate
- 16 Oz. Can$8.00
Southern Tier, Pilsner 5% Lakewood, New York
Two row malts, malty, dark yet crisp
- 12 Oz. Can$6.00
Firestone, Pivo Hoppy Pilsner 5.3% Marina Del Rey, California
Floral, herbal, bergamot zest and lemongrass
- 12 Oz. Can$6.00
Graft Cidery, Farm Flor 6.9% Newburgh, New York
Wild Brett fermented cider with oak foeder aged cider
- 12 Oz. Can$8.00
Narragansett, Lager 5% Narragansett, Rhode Island
Six row malt crisp and refreshing
- 16 Oz. Can$4.00
Blue Point, Toasted Lager 5.5% Patchogue, New York
Balanced malt and hop flavor creates a smooth finish
- 12 Oz. Bottle$5.00

On Tap

On Tap$7.00
Rotating Selection of Local and Craft Producers

Wine by the Glass

Red

Oyster Bay, Merlot, New Zealand$9.00
Black plum, vanilla, red currant and spice
Baron de Ley, Rioja, Spain$9.00
Coconut, wood smoke, dark cherry and strawberry
Shoofly, Pinot Noir, Australia$11.00
Bright cherry, raspberry and nutty oak
Aruma, Malbec, Argentina$10.00
Red fruit, plums, strawberries and violets
Silver Palm, Cabernet Sauvignon, California$11.00
Black cherry spice and oak

White

Pine Ridge, Chenin Blanc+Viognier, California$10.00
Jasmine, honeyed pears and chai
Kessler, Riesling, Germany$10.00
Ripe fruits, aromatic apples, and peaches
Decoy, Chardonnay, Sonoma, California$12.00
Citrus, apricot and honeysuckle
Toad Hollow, Unoaked Chardonnay, California$11.00
Mango and melon light body
Altanuta, Pinot Grigio, Italy$12.00
Yellow fruit and dried apricot
Dry Creek, Fume Blanc, California$12.00
Lemon lime citrus, tart green apple, fresh grass
Pasqua, Prosecco, Italy$10.00
Yellow color, bright and bubbly, extra dry
Chateau De Campuget, Rose, France$12.00
Grapefruit, rose, and hints of red fruit

Artist Palate - Signature Drinks

Queen City Manhattan$13.00
Rye, amaro, black cherry syrup
Mason-Dixon Mule$11.00
Bourbon, ginger, lime, mint
Older Than$13.00
Rye, rosemary syrup, angostura bitters
Gin & Jam$11.00
Gin, citrus-honey marmalade
The Bodhi$12.00
Bourbon, dry curacao, lemon, fig preserve
Buck & Bramble$11.00
Gin, cider, lemon, thyme, angostura bitters
Beta$11.00
Beet vodka, lemon, ginger

What 462 people are saying

The Artist's Palate reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.5

4.5 based on all time ratings

4.5Food
4.4Service
4.4Ambience
2.7Value

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448 Reviews

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CriticalReviewers VIP
Phoenix / Arizona195 reviews
5.0
Dined on September 4, 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very impressed with the quality and creativity of the food at this restaurant. Three of us had very different menu choices and all were delicious. And the art work is magnificent!
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BF12
New York City19 reviews
4.0
Dined on August 17, 2018
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
This was our fourth time dining at The Artist’s Palate and we were not disappointed. Service and food met our expectations.
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OpenTable Diner
New York City1 review
1.0
Dined on August 11, 2018
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Where to start...upon entering the restaurant my party was very excited to enjoy the nice atmosphere and delicious smells. Our server informed us that they were slightly overbooked that evening. That being said, our meal was one disappointing mess after another. We never received bread or a chefs tasting plate. Our appetizers came after 45 minutes (and some were forgotten). We ordered the artist's plate of meat and cheeses that was served with chips that were completely stale and broken. We then waited about another hour for our main courses to arrive. Some of the plates were very good, but the portions were extremely small for the prices. We also ordered a plate that came with a poached egg on it that was completely overcooked. When we informed our waiter and he politely took it back and returned with another poached eggs that was completely raw, which ruined the entire dish. We sent the dish back and asked to have it taken off the bill. Our waiter returned the raw egg plate to the head chef/owner who did absolutely nothing. No one came to ask us about our meal or apologize for the inedible food. We were celebrating my mother's 60th birthday and had asked for a dessert for her. We waited another half hour or more to receive a dish with an unlite candle and no singing. While we were waiting we watched another table receive their dessert with a lit candle and multiple wait staff singing for their birthday. They also charged us $8 for an extremely dry piece of cake that we waited over a half an hour for. After this whole experience our waiter brought our check and we paid for our meal. He came back to tell us he forgot to put items on the bill and had to charge us again. When I went to speak with him about how disappointed I was about our experience he completely ignored me as he swiped our credit card again for the items he forgot.
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MartyM
Washington, D.C. Area9 reviews
4.0
Dined on August 9, 2018
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Waiter Michael was very welcoming and helpful about the food, the area, and recommendations of other restaurants. A very good meal!
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ElizabethM
New York City11 reviews
4.0
Dined on August 6, 2018
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Don't be fooled by the sleepy downtown feel of Main Street - The Artist's Palate is anything but! The space has a very cool vibe with exposed brick and NYC street scene paintings done but a local artist. The open kitchen in the back allows for easy access to the chefs who happily share suggestions on the menu. The choices are varied, unique and delicious. We started with a couple of cheese/meat plates to share followed by the ricotta dumplings, grilled quail and heirloom squash salad. The wine selection was excellent and the service was attentive and friendly. I definitely recommend The Artist's Palate when in Poughkeepsie!
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OpenTable Diner
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on August 1, 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Initially made reservations for eight people and at the eleventh hour just about doubled it. They accommodated us cheerfully and I am so incredibly glad they did. The food was great, the service was wonderful (no mean feat for a table of 14), and the ambiance was perfect. Really great spot, would not hesitate to come back.
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CarlittaF
New York City2 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 28, 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Chef Malcolm and Chef John made very delicious meals. They were friendly. Came to great our table. The wait staff were delightful and friendly. Drop by and say Hello to Daniel and Michael. The desserts are to die for - try the Nutella Breadpidding with the homemade Vanilla Bean Ice Cream!!
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KRCONE VIP
San Diego122 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 25, 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great restaurant in downtown. Innovative menu with knowledgeable, friendly service. Really like their drink menu. Trust me on trying the drink made with golden beet vodka. Really refreshing and tasty. Their take on lobster Mac and cheese was off the charts as well
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SuzanneB
New York City3 reviews
4.0
Dined on July 25, 2018
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The Artist’s Palate is a nice place to have dinner before attending a show at the Powerhouse Theater at Vassar. What I ordered (swordfish with black rice, mango salsa and corn fritters ) was thoughtfully prepared with an interesting combination of flavors. I especially loved the olive oil cake dessert! The meal was pricey but good. I ordered a decaf Americano after my meal, and the server asked me how to make it, so I said, never mind. But he googled instructions, and brought me a very nice coffee indeed, so A+ for effort to the server.
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Bronxgirl
New York City4 reviews
3.0
Dined on July 24, 2018
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
I ordered the lamb meatballs & salad & one of their signature drinks. I came away with feeling the food was mediocre given all the hype. The drink was delicious & refreshing (gin marmalade) Service was very good.
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FAQs

The Artist's Palate offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (845) 483-8074.

The Artist's Palate is rated 4.5 stars by 462 OpenTable diners.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

307 Main Street, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601

Additional information

Cross street
Halfway between Market to the West and Academy to the East
Neighborhood
Poughkeepsie
Hours of operation
Lunch: Monday - Friday: 11:00am - 2.30pm; Dinner: Monday - Saturday: 5:00pm - Close
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Fusion / Eclectic, Continental
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
There is metered parking till 6pm on street as well there is a public lot @ 11 Garden Street. Additionally there is a parking garage located on Market Street.
Public transit
Last stop on the Metro North Line from Grand Central
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Megan Kulpa-Fells
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://theartistspalate.biz/
Phone number
(845) 483-8074
Catering
The Artist's Palate can handle events on and off premise for groups of any size. Please contact Charles Fells for any additional information and to schedule an appointment.
Private party facilities
We have a private events space called CANVAS, the space can accommodate from 20 -150

The Artist's Palate

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Appetizers

Buttermilk & Potato Soup$9.00

Cider Braised Mussels$13.00

Beet Salad$12.00

Kale Salad$11.00

Caesar Salad$12.00

Leg of Crab$13.00

Artist's Plate$18.00

Vegetarian

Smoked Barley Risotto$22.00

Ricotta Dumplings$22.00

Entrees

Seared Scallops$30.00

Faroe Salmon$27.00

Oil Poached Swordfish Loin$32.00

Strip of Strip$34.00

Hen of the Yard$26.00

Black Duck$26.00

Sides

Fried Cauliflower$7.00

Whipped Potatoes$7.00

Brussels Sprouts$7.00

Beer

Adirondack, Brown Ale 5.6% Lake George, New York

Rouge, Dead Guy Ale 6.8% New Port, Oregon

Kentucky, Old Fashio Ned Barrel Ale 10% Lexington, Kentucky

Bronx Brewery, American Pale Ale 6.3% the Bronx, New York

Left Hand Brewing, Sawtooth Ale 5.3% Longmont, Colorado

Omegang, Hennepin 7.7% Cooperstown, New York

Omegang, 3 Philosophers 9.7% Cooperstown, New York

Southern Tier, IPA 7% Lakewood, New York

Southern Tier, 2x Smash Double IPA 8.1% Lakewood, New York

Rouge, 6 Hop IPA 6.6% New Port, Oregon

Ransack the Universe, Hemisphere IPA 6.8% Lake Elsinore, California

Firestone, Leo Vs. Ursus Inferos Imperial IPA 8.2% Marina Del Rey, California

Bronx Brewery, No Resolutions IPA 7.6% the Bronx, New York

Sierra Nevada, Celebration IPA 6.8% Chico, California

Chatham, Spike Devil Porter 6% Chatham, New York

Southern Tier, Pilsner 5% Lakewood, New York

Firestone, Pivo Hoppy Pilsner 5.3% Marina Del Rey, California

Graft Cidery, Farm Flor 6.9% Newburgh, New York

Narragansett, Lager 5% Narragansett, Rhode Island

Blue Point, Toasted Lager 5.5% Patchogue, New York

On Tap

On Tap$7.00

Wine by the Glass

Red

Oyster Bay, Merlot, New Zealand$9.00

Baron de Ley, Rioja, Spain$9.00

Shoofly, Pinot Noir, Australia$11.00

Aruma, Malbec, Argentina$10.00

Silver Palm, Cabernet Sauvignon, California$11.00

White

Pine Ridge, Chenin Blanc+Viognier, California$10.00

Kessler, Riesling, Germany$10.00

Decoy, Chardonnay, Sonoma, California$12.00

Toad Hollow, Unoaked Chardonnay, California$11.00

Altanuta, Pinot Grigio, Italy$12.00

Dry Creek, Fume Blanc, California$12.00

Pasqua, Prosecco, Italy$10.00

Chateau De Campuget, Rose, France$12.00

Artist Palate - Signature Drinks

Queen City Manhattan$13.00

Mason-Dixon Mule$11.00

Older Than$13.00

Gin & Jam$11.00

The Bodhi$12.00

Buck & Bramble$11.00

Beta$11.00

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