About us - Proudly Est. 2005
A Journey of Love and Local Flavor
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Our adventure started with a clear purpose: to treat everyone like family and serve fresh, house made food at reasonable prices. Chef Brian is a graduate of The Culinary Institue of America. He along with his wife and three children work hard to bring you a casual country dining experience.
The High Falls Cafe StoryIn 2005, Brian and I began a journey that would change our lives, the lives of our children, and our local community. At the time, Brian was the head chef at The Main Street Bistro in New Paltz, New York, and drove past a closed cafe in High Falls daily. Brian’s commute and our ongoing conversations about creating something better for our family presented us with an opportunity that could make our dream a reality.
While the discovery of the building was impactful, our dream did not start there. It began years ago in a family-run local restaurant where my mother worked as a server for 40 years. My early experiences, rich with the grit and grind of the restaurant world, shaped our shared vision. Brian’s culinary expertise and my experience in restaurant operations combined to create a place where these passions could flourish.
Our Vision For Our Family
Our vision was simple yet profound: to create a place that felt like home, where community and family were not just words but the beating heart of everything. Inspired by an old, closed cafe, we decided to take a leap of faith.
While the discovery of the building was impactful, our dream did not start there. It began years ago in a family-run local restaurant where my mother worked as a server for 40 years. My early experiences, rich with the grit and grind of the restaurant world, shaped our shared vision. Brian’s culinary expertise and my experience in restaurant operations combined to create a place where these passions could flourish.
Our Vision For Our Family
Our vision was simple yet profound: to create a place that felt like home, where community and family were not just words but the beating heart of everything. Inspired by an old, closed cafe, we decided to take a leap of faith.
High Falls Cafe
Our excellent staff is ready to serve with a smile. They really know how to enjoy work and make you feel at home.
Love of Family, Food & Music
A real family business
Our children, Patrick, Jaime, and Casey, have grown up in the cafe, starting as bussers and evolving into their current roles. They are not just bartenders and servers but stewards of the vision and standards Brian and I have worked hard to establish. They understand our mission deeply and work tirelessly to maintain the welcoming atmosphere and high-quality service that define The High Falls Cafe.
Balancing work and family life wasn’t easy. I remember Jaime spending many Sunday mornings in the back room of the cafe in her pajamas, surrounded by the hum of the restaurant. Our children have contributed significantly, offering advice, helping with ordering, and ensuring our values are upheld. We wouldn’t have it any other way. Family meetings are still a routine, keeping us connected and aligned.
Balancing work and family life wasn’t easy. I remember Jaime spending many Sunday mornings in the back room of the cafe in her pajamas, surrounded by the hum of the restaurant. Our children have contributed significantly, offering advice, helping with ordering, and ensuring our values are upheld. We wouldn’t have it any other way. Family meetings are still a routine, keeping us connected and aligned.
Our Extended family
Over the years, other special staff members have become part of our family and contributed significantly to The High Falls Cafe’s success. Their dedication and hard work have been instrumental in creating the warm, welcoming atmosphere that our customers love. They know who they are; we couldn’t have done it without them. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.
Our Commitment to Our People
At The High Falls Cafe, our commitment is simple: treat everyone like family and serve fresh, house-made food at reasonable prices. Our menu is a labor of love, featuring everything from hearty lunches to comforting dinners and our cherished Sunday Brunch.
Our Commitment to Our People
At The High Falls Cafe, our commitment is simple: treat everyone like family and serve fresh, house-made food at reasonable prices. Our menu is a labor of love, featuring everything from hearty lunches to comforting dinners and our cherished Sunday Brunch.
Giving Back Deep Roots of our community
The High Falls Cafe has always been deeply connected to the local community. We don’t just serve food; we host numerous community meetings and events, contribute to local fundraisers, and sponsor local festivals. Our patrons appreciate our family atmosphere, house-made food, and affordable prices, which have helped us build a loyal following.
We’ve naturally supported the community in many ways, such as hosting WISE events, school sports banquets, and providing meals during COVID-19. Our involvement with local events like the Rosendale Street Festival and UlsterCorp’s Zombie Run has strengthened our bond with the community. Giving back and supporting those who have supported us is in our DNA.
We take pride in supporting our local community !
We’ve naturally supported the community in many ways, such as hosting WISE events, school sports banquets, and providing meals during COVID-19. Our involvement with local events like the Rosendale Street Festival and UlsterCorp’s Zombie Run has strengthened our bond with the community. Giving back and supporting those who have supported us is in our DNA.
We take pride in supporting our local community !
20 Years!
We are Proud to be 20 years strong! we are proud of what we’ve accomplished and excited about the future. We hope to pass the cafe on to our children and see it thrive as a local favorite.
A Final Thank You From Our Family to Yours
We want to convey our dedication to providing reasonably priced, fresh, house-cooked food and entertainment for those who don’t know us already. We love our community and are committed to giving back as much as possible. We warmly invite you to come in and enjoy a house-made meal, some great entertainment, or a cocktail or two. Thank you for participating in our journey and making The High Falls Cafe a place of Great Food, Great Music, and Good Times.
A Final Thank You From Our Family to Yours
We want to convey our dedication to providing reasonably priced, fresh, house-cooked food and entertainment for those who don’t know us already. We love our community and are committed to giving back as much as possible. We warmly invite you to come in and enjoy a house-made meal, some great entertainment, or a cocktail or two. Thank you for participating in our journey and making The High Falls Cafe a place of Great Food, Great Music, and Good Times.
