Introducing the Hudson Valley’s newest restaurant in Highland, NY

After months of anticipation, a new restaurant has finally opened its doors in Ulster County.

Flavorful Ladle in Highland, NY opened in 2019 and has a 4.5-star rating on both Yelp and Google. When it closed in 2022, the convenience of a restaurant on Route 44, just yards from Rocking Horse Ranch in Highland, NY, was gone for local residents. Thankfully, new owners have stepped in with a new name and a new business model.

Robbie’s Breakfast & Lunch now open in Highland, NY

Owner Michael Hinspeter decided to name the new restaurant after his son and uncle, both named Robbie. What sets the new business apart, Hinspeter says, is its unique approach to food service. “We’re not a restaurant, and we’re not a typical deli. I would say we’ll be kind of like Tony’s Newburgh Lunch… like an old luncheonette-style place.” There are also special offers for many residents of the Hudson Valley.

Special discounts at Robbie’s Breakfast & Lunch in Highland, NY

Robbie’s Breakfast & Lunch menu includes an “all day, every day” 10% discount for students, teachers, military and first responders. It also includes another detail that may be small but goes a long way: all menu prices already include New York sales tax.

A new dining option has arrived in Ulster County, NY

The restaurant was originally scheduled to open in June 2024, but several factors delayed the opening. Now, the restaurant, located at 591 Route 44 in Highland, NY, has officially begun welcoming guests.

With several new businesses opening (including the new Kingston, NY gym with world-famous roots), the future looks bright in Ulster County. Check out some amazing restaurants in Kingston below and keep scrolling to see the stunning lake house for sale in Ulster County.