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Town in New York, United States
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Rhinebeck is a township in Dutchess County, New York. The township encompasses the village of Rhinebeck and the hamlet of Rhinecliff. The downtown area of Rhinebeck is small enough to walk around within an hour or so, exclusive of extra time to visit churches and shops, have a meal, etc., and well worth it, as it is full of beautiful, lovingly decorated houses. It also has a beautifully preserved, functioning Roosevelt-era post office with murals that depict the history of the area and other interesting documentation.
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A "living" aviation museum (airworthy vintage aircraft) covering the 1903 through 1939 era of vintage aviation (including aviation engines and operable period ground vehicles), May through October, 10AM-5PM. Airshows, June through October, weekends at 2PM. For $75, take a biplane ride over the Hudson River; Sa-Su, June through October.
Functioning post office built in 1939, with original wooden doors and other elements, WPA-era murals depicting the history of life in the region, photos of the dedication ceremony attended by President Franklin D. Roosevelt, other Roosevelt Administration officials, the King of Denmark and Iceland, and many locals, and many other historic photos and documents about the history of the village.
Stunning Queen Anne-style mansion set in park-like grounds designed by Calvert Vaux. Open May though October, Th-Su noon-4PM (last tour at 3:30PM). Call for special holiday events: Halloween Party, Victorian holiday tours, Yuletide high tea. The mansion is several miles outside town, so not practical to walk to.
A non-profit member-supported arts organization, primarily serving as an independent cinema.
Delicious falafel, sabich and hummus made with fresh ingredients, including organic chickpeas. They have a few outdoor tables and a bit more space inside. Takeout is also available.
In spite of their name, this informal cafe also sells some tasty sweet and savory pastries, sandwiches, a couple of egg dishes and salads and breakfast burritos and does a brisk business selling coffee and tea. The peach tea has a very nice flavor and is not sweetened. Many people hang out and use their Wi-Fi. This is part of a small chain, as they also have a cafe in Woodstock and a cafe and bakery in Boiceville, and their breads are also for sale in various grocery stores and markets. Staff is sometimes very busy, but they are extremely kind. Outside seating in the courtyard outside the back door.
Unusually delicious, robustly spiced cuisine from regions throughout the Indian Subcontinent (though mild on request). Unusual touches like including plentiful caramelized onion in the white rice that comes with main dishes by default. Full bar with a fairly long list of interesting cocktails and other drinks. No outdoor seating.
You can have an expensive meal at this restaurant, but you don't have to. The "skizza"s are great: The crust is crunchy through-and-through without being cracker-like, and they use fresh, high-quality ingredients. Two people with normal appetites can easily split a soup or salad (they offer "half bowls" of soup that are a full bowl to almost anyone else) and two pizzas and be full and satisfied. Good service, too. Gluten-free pizza is also available.
The pitmaster believes that he has created a new style of barbecue, New York barbecue. He may be right as, for example, the tender, deliciously spice-rubbed smoked Angus brisket owes a lot to traditional Jewish delicatessen food. For sides, if you like spicy food, consider getting some chipotle coleslaw, which is quite robustly spiced and unique. They also have some excellent local IPAs and hard ciders. They have plenty of space indoors and a fairly sizable patio.
Beekman Arms may be America's oldest continually operating inn, established in 1766. The Delamater Inn, designed by Alexander Jackson Davis, is in the American Carpenter Gothic style.
This store sells some quality products, at varying values (some are overly expensive, others not), but what may be most important to you is that this is a place you can go if you have time before your Amtrak train departs from Rhinecliff Station and you want tea or coffee and maybe a snack. Iced tea was $3 in July 2024, and the counterwoman graciously brewed some hot tea and then poured it over ice.
Excellent little farm stand, with delicious fresh peaches in season, tasty jams, etc. Well outside of the built-up area of town and requires a vehicle to access, but if you have one, it's worth going to to see what's in season.
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US Route 9 is the main north-south road in the area. The major east-west route is called Market St. in downtown Rhinebeck./State Route 85 west of Route 9. West Market St. becomes Rhinecliff Rd.
Downtown Rhinebeck is easily walkable for people with an average level of fitness, but if you need to get to or from the Rhinecliff train station, you will need a car or taxi or at least a bicycle, unless you want to…
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