Highland's go-to spot for morning brews, handcrafted ales, and scratch-made sandwiches on Vineyard Ave.
Tucked along Vineyard Ave in Highland, NY, Underground Coffee & Ales runs from 8 AM straight through the evening, seven days a week, doing something most places can't pull off: being genuinely good at coffee and genuinely good at beer, under the same roof. That's a harder trick than it sounds, and the 668 reviews averaging 4.6 stars suggest they've cracked it.
The kitchen earns its keep with a rotating lineup of weekly specials alongside a menu built around honest, satisfying food. The Hot Honey sandwich has become the kind of thing regulars order without looking at the menu, and the grilled chicken pesto isn't far behind. Portions are generous, the food moves fast even when the place is packed, and the staff has a way of making a full house feel like a corner booth.
This is the Hudson Valley working the way it should: a neighborhood spot that stays curious, keeps the menu moving, and gives you a reason to come back Thursday through Saturday when the kitchen runs until 9.
Underground Coffee & Ales covers a lot of ground without losing focus. Mornings start with specialty coffee and teas, crafted to order whether you're grabbing a quick cup before the Walkway or settling in with a laptop. The breakfast and lunch menu runs through sandwiches, seasonal specials, and vegetarian-friendly options that actually taste like someone cared.
Afternoons tip into craft ales and a wine selection that makes the transition from coffee shop to bar feel completely natural. The brewpub side of things means you're drinking something made with intention, not just whatever's on tap by default. Pair a pint with one of the kitchen's weekly specials and you've got a full evening sorted.
From 8 AM to 9 PM Thursday through Saturday (and 8 AM to 6 PM Sundays), Underground holds down a stretch of the day that most spots abandon. Family-friendly in the afternoon, bar-comfortable by evening, and consistent enough that first-timers leave planning their return.
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We're open Monday through Wednesday 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Thursday through Saturday 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM, and Sunday 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM. We're open all seven days.
Yes. The kitchen runs throughout our full operating hours, including breakfast, lunch, and into the evening. We also feature rotating weekly specials, so there's always something new to try.
Absolutely. We're a full brewpub and bar, so craft ales, wine, and other drinks are available alongside our specialty coffee and tea menu. It's the same space, day to night.
Yes. We offer vegetarian options as part of our regular menu. Just ask your server and they'll point you to what's available that day, including any specials.
We operate as a walk-in friendly spot. For the most current reservation or seating policies, visit our website at undergroundcoffeeandales.com or stop by during our hours.
We're at 74 Vineyard Ave, Highland, NY 12528, just across the river from Poughkeepsie and close to the Walkway Over the Hudson. Parking is available nearby.
The Hot Honey sandwich and the grilled chicken pesto are customer favorites that come up again and again. We also run weekly specials that regulars look forward to, so the menu never gets stale.
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