The best bars & nightlife in Ellenville

9 bars & nightlife we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Arrowood Farms is a sustainably-minded farm brewery and distillery set on 48 acres, pouring farm-fresh beers and spirits made with…

236 Lower Whitfield Rd (Accord)

“Arrowood Farms is a sustainably-minded farm brewery and distillery set on 48 acres, pouring farm-fresh beers and spirits made with ingredients from small New York suppliers, plus an award-winning Eat Church kitchen turning out seasonal bites that make everyday hangouts feel like a mini event.”

From the Wawarsing newsletter, September 28, 2026

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Rough Cut Brewing Co. keeps locals sipping with housemade beers and an ever-growing draft list, plus inventive American bites in a rustic,…

5945 US-44 #55 (Kerhonkson)

“Rough Cut Brewing Co. keeps locals sipping with housemade beers and an ever-growing draft list, plus inventive American bites in a rustic, warm space. Family friendly, with regular live-music nights and community goings-on, it’s the kind of place where you plan one pint and stay for two.”

From the Wawarsing newsletter, September 26, 2026

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Family-run Bruynswick Winery pours estate-grown, minimal-intervention wines in a Revolutionary-era barn with a front-row view of the Gunks.…

1308 Bruynswick Rd (Gardiner)

“Family-run Bruynswick Winery pours estate-grown, minimal-intervention wines in a Revolutionary-era barn with a front-row view of the Gunks. It’s an easy local hang for a glass, a flight, and some small bites, plus local NY beer or cider when your crew isn’t unanimous.”

From the Catskills newsletter, September 19, 2026

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If you like your cold ones with Napanoch lore, Running Deer Inn delivers the good stuff, from home-cooked comfort to a cozy bar lined with…

28 State Rte 55 (Napanoch)

“If you like your cold ones with Napanoch lore, Running Deer Inn delivers the good stuff, from home-cooked comfort to a cozy bar lined with hunting trophies and old-school knickknacks. Christine, the self-proclaimed “Doe that runs the show,” keeps the stories and spirits flowing.”

From the Wawarsing newsletter, September 22, 2026

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Fly down to Flying Goose Tavern, a Kerhonkson community bar pouring hand-crafted cocktails and local beers, then post up in the backyard…

323 Main St (Kerhonkson)

“Fly down to Flying Goose Tavern, a Kerhonkson community bar pouring hand-crafted cocktails and local beers, then post up in the backyard along the Rondout Creek with a hot pizza and your people. Easy weeknight unwinder or low-key weekend hang, zero fuss, all Hudson Valley charm.”

From the Catskills newsletter, August 8, 2026

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This week, drop by The Common Good to linger over well picked reads, sip something tasty, and find gifts that feel like you actually…

119 Canal St

“This week, drop by The Common Good to linger over well picked reads, sip something tasty, and find gifts that feel like you actually thought ahead. Keep an eye on their events for author visits and workshops, then stick around for the conversation that always sparks.”

From the Wawarsing newsletter, September 30, 2026

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Part historic hunting camp with a haunted past, part locals-only hang where home-cooked comfort meets modern touches, The RDI Bar & Road…

28 State Rte 55 (Napanoch)

“Part historic hunting camp with a haunted past, part locals-only hang where home-cooked comfort meets modern touches, The RDI Bar & Road Kill Grill serves the stories with the plates. Slide in this week, admire the game trophies, swap tall tales, and taste why this place feels like family.”

From the Catskills newsletter, August 18, 2026

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Westwind Orchard keeps it delightfully simple with house ciders, pizza, and a farmstand of provisions for your fridge raid later. It’s the…

215 Lower Whitfield Rd (Accord)

“Westwind Orchard keeps it delightfully simple with house ciders, pizza, and a farmstand of provisions for your fridge raid later. It’s the kind of low-key hang that turns a random weeknight into a Catskills ritual, with occasional tours and happenings if you’re feeling social.”

From the Catskills newsletter, August 25, 2026

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Benton

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Benton is slinging hand cut fries, curry fries, and messy in the best way poutine alongside classic burgers, sandwiches, and a Cashew Sage…

299 Bruynswick Rd (Gardiner)

“Benton is slinging hand cut fries, curry fries, and messy in the best way poutine alongside classic burgers, sandwiches, and a Cashew Sage Caesar Salad, with beer, cocktails, and cider to match. Perfect for when you want easy comfort that still feels a little dialed in this week.”

From the Catskills newsletter, August 15, 2026

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