Mill House Brewing Company Hopping Across the River, Opening New Restaurant, The Ridge by Mill House, This Winter

After nearly 11 years of serving up rave reviews in the greater Poughkeepsie community, Mill House Brewing Company’s (Mill House) Daniel Crocco, executive chef and co-owner, and Jamie Bishop, brewmaster and co-owner, are announcing their latest venture: The Ridge by Mill House (The Ridge). The Ridge – a new restaurant located at 387 South Street in Highland, NY, formerly the site of the Gunk Haus – is slated to open this winter.

An ideal stop for locals and visitors alike, The Ridge will serve elevated yet playful American cuisine, in addition to Mill House’s wide variety of artfully crafted ales, in a welcoming, cabin-esque atmosphere boasting indoor and outdoor seating with renowned views of the Shawangunk Mountains.

“After perfecting our menu, service and overall guest experience for the last decade, opening a new restaurant felt like the natural next step,” said Crocco. “We’re proud of what we’ve created here in Dutchess County and we’re eager to bring that same passion and experience, with a twist, of course, to a new community.”

While The Ridge will not offer the same dishes as Mill House, it will provide the same level of quality and excellence that patrons are accustomed to at the Poughkeepsie location. A rotating menu will highlight a variety of thoughtfully prepared, out-of-the-box options that are sure to become fan favorites in the coming months.

“The only thing better than Mill House-level food, craft beer and cocktails is enjoying them with an incredible view of the Gunks,” said Bishop. “We’ve been brewing ideas, pun intended, and can’t wait to bring a one-of-a-kind dining experience to Ulster County.”

Crocco and Bishop are a perfect pairing – much like Mill House’s classics and comfort foods that complement its house-brewed beer. The Ridge, Crocco’s third venture in the restaurant industry, will be a culmination of not only his work but his partnership with Bishop. Guided by their award-winning backgrounds – which notably include recognitions from Hudson Valley Magazine and beer competitions, both stateside and international – Crocco and Bishop intend to continue to make their mark on the Hudson Valley.

To stay up to date on The Ridge by Mill House, follow The Ridge on Facebook (@The Ridge by Mill House) and Instagram (@theridgebymillhouse).