THE GOVERNESS bar & restaurant

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!

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

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!

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.

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!!