5 Restaurants in Red Hook, New York NY for Great Desserts
Updated 29 September 2026 · 5 restaurants in Red Hook, New York NY considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This list covers five places in Red Hook where Google users flag the desserts as a highlight. It is meant for anyone planning a meal or coffee stop in the village and wanting something sweet to finish. Every business here is listed on Google as having great dessert, and they are then ordered by rating. Five qualifying businesses were considered. Each entry gives the type of place, price range, hours, address and what reviewers mention, so you can match a stop to the time of day and budget you have.
#1
Taste Budd's Chocolate & Coffee Cafe
★ 4.7 (1,096 Google reviews)Cafe$10–20 per person
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Taste Budd's on W Market St is a cafe open daily from early morning, with a 7 am start most days. Reviewers mention house-made chocolates, a good selection of pastries and cakes, a full coffee menu, salads, wraps and bowls, and strong espresso drinks. It has outdoor seating, live music, delivery and takeaway, and is listed as good for working on a laptop. Regulars point to quick service if you are in a rush.
Best for: Chocolates, pastries and coffee
- Address
- 40 W Market St, Red Hook, NY 12571, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7 am–7 pm; Mon 7 am–7 pm; Sat 7 am–7 pm; Sun 8 am–6 pm; Thu 7 am–7 pm; Tue 7 am–7 pm; Wed 7 am–7 pm
#2
Flatiron Restaurant & Bar
★ 4.6 (232 Google reviews)New American restaurant$60–70 per person
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Flatiron Restaurant & Bar is a New American dinner spot on S Broadway, open Tuesday to Saturday from 5 to 9 pm. Reviewers mention lobster, steak, fries, good bread and butter, and kids' plates like mac and cheese. One reviewer found the room noisy with the bar packed, and another had a night of undercooked mains. It is listed for great dessert, cocktails, wine and beer, with vegan and vegetarian options.
Best for: Sit-down dinner with drinks
- Address
- 7488 S Broadway, Red Hook, NY 12571, United States
- Hours
- Fri 5–9 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 5–9 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 5–9 pm; Tue 5–9 pm; Wed 5–9 pm
#3
Savona's Trattoria Red Hook
★ 4.5 (971 Google reviews)Italian restaurant$20–50 per person
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Savona's Trattoria is an Italian restaurant on S Broadway, open every day from late morning until 9 or 10 pm. Reviewers mention veal parm, filet, an extensive menu and spacious seating that allows easy conversation. Several describe celebrations, including a family birthday where the staff let guests bring in their own cake. It is listed for great dessert, coffee and cocktails, with live music, happy-hour drinks, delivery and outdoor seating.
Best for: Family celebrations and Italian dinners
- Address
- 7249 S Broadway, Red Hook, NY 12571, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11:30 am–10 pm; Mon 11:30 am–9 pm; Sat 11:30 am–10 pm; Sun 11 am–9 pm; Thu 11:30 am–9 pm; Tue 11:30 am–9 pm; Wed 11:30 am–9 pm
#4
Cafe Kestrel
★ 4.4 (113 Google reviews)Restaurant$100+ per person
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Cafe Kestrel is a restaurant at 293 Van Brunt St in Brooklyn, serving dinner from 5 pm and brunch on weekends from 11 am, and closed Tuesday and Wednesday. Reviewers mention bread, halibut, tuna with greens, a standout burger and small plates meant for sharing. Some note small portions and high prices. It has table service, a bar, outdoor seating and is listed for great dessert and coffee.
Best for: Special-occasion dinner or weekend brunch
- Address
- 293 Van Brunt St, Brooklyn, NY 11231, United States
- Hours
- Fri 5–10 pm; Mon 5–10 pm; Sat 11 am–3 pm, 5–10 pm; Sun 11 am–3 pm, 5–10 pm; Thu 5–10 pm; Tue Closed; Wed Closed
#5
The Red Hook Diner
★ 4.2 (1,083 Google reviews)Diner$10–20 per person
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The Red Hook Diner on S Broadway is open daily from 8 am to 9 pm and is listed for great dessert, coffee, comfort food and fast service. Reviewers say locals visit often, with wing specials on Wednesday and dinner specials Friday to Sunday. Opinions are mixed: some praise attentive servers, while others were let down by the meatloaf sandwich or by how a manager spoke to staff. It serves breakfast, beer and wine.
Best for: Casual breakfast and diner desserts
- Address
- 7329 S Broadway, Red Hook, NY 12571, United States
- Hours
- daily 8 am–9 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 5 restaurants in Red Hook, New York NY with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then listed on Google as “Great dessert”, then by rating. A rating from thousands of reviews counts for more than the same rating from a handful, so a new place with a few perfect scores does not jump the queue. Ratings and hours are from public Google listings on 29 September 2026 and can change. Nobody paid to be on this list.
Tips before you go
- Book ahead at Flatiron Restaurant & Bar: Google lists reservations as required.
- For an early start, Taste Budd's Chocolate & Coffee Cafe opens at 7 am.
- Hours and prices come from Google listings and change, so check the listing before a long trip.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the highest-rated restaurant on this list?
Taste Budd's Chocolate & Coffee Cafe ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.7 from 1,096 reviews. Flatiron Restaurant & Bar is second at 4.6 from 232 reviews.
Which restaurants in Red Hook, New York NY are open late?
None of these stays open past midnight. The latest to close is Savona's Trattoria Red Hook, at 10 pm.
How much does it cost at these restaurants?
Google lists these price ranges per person: Taste Budd's Chocolate & Coffee Cafe $10–20; Flatiron Restaurant & Bar $60–70; Savona's Trattoria Red Hook $20–50; Cafe Kestrel $100+; The Red Hook Diner $10–20.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for Taste Budd's Chocolate & Coffee Cafe, Flatiron Restaurant & Bar, Savona's Trattoria Red Hook and The Red Hook Diner.
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