Park Restaurant

Elders an I were visiting from New York City to attend the 66th Presentation of George Frideric Handel's "Messiah" at the Cadet Chapel of the United States Military Academy in West Point, New York (see separate review). While it had been my first time taking the trip, the rest of the guys who invited me had been coming for years. I'm talking about 20, 30, and 40 year ritual of memories being shared over lunch is what the program called for. Unfortunately, our visit to Park Restaurant (located at 451 Main Street, Highland Falls, New York) was a reminder that nothing lasts forever. It appears that the restaurants menu has changed over the years. Older reviews suggest the restaurants menu has gone from hearty meals that welcome celebrating those who serve our great country to dive bar food.

Sounds like the park just reopened - and with this experience - I’m happy about it. They have a limited and small menu right now, but according to the waitress the menu will continue to expand, as will their dining area with the back dining room planned to open in another few weeks. My husband and I shared the wings, I got the cheese and steak stuffed sandwich, and he got the smash burger. Wings: some of the best I’ve had in awhile, well cooked, good meat, and great buffalo sauce. May try to snag some for takeout once football season starts back up. Steak and cheese: I was thinking this would be more philly style, but when it came with some greens and balsamic dressing, i was surprised.The taste was great! Again tasted like good cuts of meat, tasty, and filling. Got the tots on the side

I was a fan of the old park and decided to give it a try on a recent visit. Food was great. Smashburger was very tasty,- tots are a must! Also tried the Philly Eggrolls and boy, were they great! We ate at the bar, and Amanda provided exceptional service (and cocktails!). I’d love to see more decor like the old park had! Overall great experience! Will be back on future visits!

Our waiter was cheerful but clearly overwhelmed. We asked for separate bills which meant the first and last meals came out 20 minutes apart. The food was bland, the fries undercooked, the beer selection tiny and it tasted like the draft lines hadn't been cleaned in years. The menu was tiny with nothing interesting, the only vegetarian option was a frozen bean burger. The tables had been "renovated" with house paint and the atmosphere felt outdated and tired. I'm pretty sure this place survives on the people that can't fit into the highly successful restaurant next door.

Stopped in after visiting West Point. Staff was friendly, atmosphere was comfortable, had good amount of patrons, food was fresh and service was good. I recommend stopping in if your are in the area.