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Hudson Local

Hell's KitchenManhattan

5.0· 12 reviewsClosed nowWhole Foods
Hudson Local — restaurant — in Hell's Kitchen — Manhattan — NYC
Hudson Local interior — Hell's Kitchen

Hell's Kitchen

Manhattan

The brief

About Hudson Local

Hudson Local is a highly-rated restaurant located in Hell's Kitchen that specializes in locally-sourced cuisine with a strong commitment to fresh, seasonal ingredients. The menu emphasizes farm-to-table dining, catering to health-conscious diners seeking nutritious and mindfully-prepared meals. The restaurant offers a welcoming and contemporary dining atmosphere that celebrates its neighborhood community while providing guests with an elevated culinary experience focused on quality ingredients and sustainable practices.

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5.0

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12 community reviews

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Reviews

What diners say about Hudson Local

15 verified Google reviews · 11 with owner responses

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Armando Escobedo
3 weeks ago

Great place for a light dine, or to meet before going out. The wine is carefully selected and there is a treat of four for $16 that you can’t miss. Price/value is unrivaled. The service was excellent, ask for Ian. You shouldn’t miss it!!!

Ali LamarLocal guide
a month ago

I got coffee everyday here when staying at Ink48. It's a lovely space. The staff is attentive and very welcoming. They have a Yamaha grand piano that hopefully will be played. It's the same chef as the rooftop bar and restaurant upstairs. I haven't eaten here yet. I have eaten twice upstairs, was fabulous!!!

Response from the owner

Your comments are greatly valued, Ali. It’s a pleasure to hear that you enjoyed our space and had great service; we can't wait for you to experience dining with us soon. We look forward to hosting you soon and can't wait for you to try our food!

eleonora cartaLocal guide
a month ago

neighborhood spot in hell’s kitchen offering American cuisine, curated wine and live music

Response from the owner

Hi Eleonora, <br>Thank you for your review of Hudson Local. We look forward to having you back soon!

Ron Riley
a month ago

Elia puts together great flights! Service was excellent 😎

Response from the owner

Dear Ron, thank you for visiting us and sharing your thoughts about our flights. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

Travis Pereira
Edited 7 months ago

⭐️⭐️⭐️🤩Major vibe! From the moment I walked in, I felt welcomed — every staff member was friendly, organized, and genuinely attentive. The energy of the restaurant is chic and inviting, with beautiful art and photography displayed throughout.<br><br>I started with the mushroom ravioli, which was perfectly flavorful and served hot. Then came the steak with broccoli and potato hash browns — absolutely top notch. The sauce that came with this dish was so delicious I could’ve eaten it by itself. I went with the wine pairing, and every pour was high-quality and perfectly matched to each course.<br><br>The presentation of every dish was creative and thoughtful — truly picture-worthy. Even with a packed house, the service stayed smooth and attentive all night.<br><br>Dessert was the perfect finish — a cornbread-inspired dish that hit that ideal balance of sweet and savory, and another vanilla and raspberry delight that was light, refreshing, and full of flavor. Both felt comforting yet elevated.<br><br>What made the evening even more special was learning that the menu was inspired by the chef’s childhood, paying tribute to his late parents who encouraged his love for cooking. You could really feel the heart behind every dish.<br><br>This is the kind of place I’d celebrate my birthday or bring friends to make memories. There’s even a grand piano in the dining area, so I’m sure live music will be a vibe on some nights too.<br><br>Highly recommend — 5/5, amazing food, amazing service, and full of soul.

Response from the owner

Dear Travis, we are grateful for your support and delighted to hear that you felt welcomed from the moment you stepped in. We’re pleased to know how much you enjoyed the mushroom ravioli, steak with its delicious sauce, and our unique desserts inspired by our chef’s heartfelt memories. Thank you for recommending us so highly; we look forward to welcoming you back soon for more memorable experiences!

Jay RLocal guide
7 months ago

Honestly one of the best burgers I ever had. They need to bring some food influencers or something in to promote this place it was deserted on a Friday night.

Response from the owner

Jay, your review is sincerely appreciated, and it’s fantastic to know you enjoyed one of the best burgers you've ever had. Thank you for sharing your experience with us!

Peter Occhipinti
8 months ago

This amazing place has quickly risen to the top of my favorite spots in NYC. The menu is phenomenal, I’m a huge fan of the burger and hanger steak. It was my second time dining there and the General Manager Lacey remembered me from my first visit which was a great personal touch. Lacey is always so friendly, warm and welcoming, she is beyond knowledgeable when offering great wine pairing suggestions. The cocktail selection is also incredible, I recommend the Cucumber Gimlet its beyond refreshing and delicious. This is definitely a place you have to experience.

Response from the owner

Thank you for your generous review, Peter. We are so happy to hear that our burger and hanger steak made such an impression on you during both of your visits, and it's wonderful that Lacey was able to remember you and provide her signature warm service along with excellent wine pairing suggestions. We hope to welcome you back soon.

ShellyLocal guide
8 months ago

What a gem!!!<br><br>We started our evening with cocktails on the Hudson Vu rooftop (always a favorite), then took the elevator down to the beautifully designed restaurant…stylish yet relaxed, with perfect lighting.<br><br>From the start, service was spot-on. Lacey and her team were attentive without being intrusive. The food was just as impressive. The baby gem salad was crisp and perfectly seasoned, and the steelhead trout came with a tahini sauce so good we wanted bread just to savor every last drop.<br><br>For mains, the confit chicken with truffled polenta cake was next-level delicious, and the crispy Comté-topped potatoes were pure decadence. We finished with the warm blondie topped with gelato and pecans…a dessert worth returning for on its own.<br><br>The chef’s talent for layering flavors and textures blew us away. We left already planning our next visit…thankfully, we’re local!

Response from the owner

Shelly, we appreciate your kind assessment of your experience with us! We’re pleased to know that you enjoyed your time dining with us. We're delighted to hear you're already planning your next visit!

Amit LevyLocal guide
9 months ago

What a great place in Hell’s Kitchen to have dinner. Excellent food ! We had the grilled cabbage - I don’t remember ever having such an amazing vegan dish.<br>We also had the hunger steak which was delicious.<br><br>Chef came over to check in and make sure everything was to our liking.<br><br>Finally, Lacey recommended outstanding delicious and perfect wine pairing to our selected dishes.<br><br>Will definitely be back !

Response from the owner

We are grateful for your review, Amit. Thank you for sharing your thoughts, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon!

Nick Frates
9 months ago

Ate here twice while staying at the hotel. Ray served me both times and did amazing. Both my meals were excellent, especially breakfast. Also, bottomless coffee :)

Response from the owner

Thank you for the detailed review, Nick. We appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back soon!

Bee
9 months ago

Amazing night!! Great location, wonderful atmosphere. No complaints, I am very satisfied. The staff was extremely accommodating. Especially enjoyed the sommeliers insight on wine pairings. The food is some of the best I have had in the city, everything was really amazing. The summer medley vinaigrette I could DRINK! And by far the chicken tartine is a must try. Can’t get over how juicy it was!! My favorite of the night was dessert with the Eton Mess. To die for. Highly recommend this place, you won’t regret it!

Response from the owner

We are delighted by your feedback, Bee; it's nice to know you enjoyed our wonderful atmosphere and the insight from our sommelier regarding wine pairings. We're especially happy to hear that you loved the chicken tartine and found the Eton Mess to be a highlight of your evening because we take great pride in our food. Thank you for recommending us so highly, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon!

Jessica SkarzynskiLocal guide
9 months ago

Even if I could give the folks at Vu 10 stars, that wouldn’t be enough. They went above and beyond for our anniversary dinner, from complimentary bottled water to the chef bringing our meals out and explaining them. The wait staff was friendly and genuine, and the surprise free champagne was the best nightcap ever (until we went upstairs to their sister property, Vu, for sunset cocktails and more unexpected VIP treatment)!<br><br>The menu is so much more accessible under the new ownership. Our meals were very different but each nailed it on every level. We WILL be back!

Response from the owner

Dear Jessica, thank you for visiting us and for your incredibly kind words about your anniversary dinner. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for more delightful experiences.

Shannon Reilly
10 months ago

We were here for a rose soiree on the rooftop this week. The rooftop is beautiful with scenic views of the Hudson River and the city behind you. Appetizers were creative and great with the Whispering Angel rose. We decided we were still hungry and sat down in the beautiful restaurant for dinner. Our party of eight agreed the food was outstanding as well as the service. The cornbread ( yes cornbread ) was amazing as well as the fettucine, steak and chicken. The fried broccoli side and graham cracker ice cream were also a real taste sensation. I have a finicky group and they thought this was one of the best meals they have had in a long time and can't wait to go back.

Danna D.
10 months ago

What a nice addition for good food on the west side. We work in the area and miss Print Restaurant but so happy to have Chef Sam and his chicken tartine now! Some standouts of our night were the cornbread, smoked trout and chicken tartine. We stopped in for lunch and dinner already and told all our neighbors in the building. It's a hidden gem for sure. The manager mentioned there will be a wine club program coming soon too.

Silvia CeliLocal guide
10 months ago

My husband and I had a last minute dinner at Hudson Local after drinks on the rooftop and we were really blown away with the meal. We shared the smoked trout, which was slightly charred and so flavorful, and the fettuccine which was house made and so delicious. At first, we were not sure what to expect of the chicken tartine but the meat was so tender and not dry. We learned from the very welcoming Chef, the chicken breast is brined. We will be back for sure!

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