Over the last few weeks, the Boris & Robyn show has tuned in to the Hudson Valley. The Battle of the Best came back in 2025 with a bang!

We've collected your nominations in a variety of different categories ranging from the best burger and ice cream in the Hudson Valley to the area's best breweries and coffee spots. With over 8,000 votes cast across 10 different categories, the Hudson Valley certainly stepped up to show support for their favorite local businesses.

This week, we revealed the results. So, here's a recap if you're looking for some top spots to dine and drink around the Hudson Valley!

The Boris and Robyn Show's Battle of the Best Results for 2025

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Click on each category to see which local businesses were crowned the best in the Hudson Valley for each:

Best Burger in the Hudson Valley

Best Brewery in the Hudson Valley

Best Taco in the Hudson Valley

Best Hot Dog in the Hudson Valley

Best Ice Cream in the Hudson Valley

Best Sandwich in the Hudson Valley

Best Coffee in the Hudson Valley

Best Bagel in the Hudson Valley

Best Wings in the Hudson Valley

Best Pizza in the Hudson Valley

 

More Great Food and Drink Recommendations Around the Hudson Valley

The food and drink scene around the Hudson Valley is so robust and blossoming that we can't quite cover every category in the Battle of the Best. But, that doesn't mean we don't have recommendations of our own for you!

For example, if you're in the market for a brewery that's got the best snack, we've got you covered there:

Breweries with the Best Eats

The Hudson Valley has a great reputation for creating some of the most delicious and creative beers in New York State. But something else to note is the quality of the food that you can enjoy at some of the Hudson Valley's finest breweries. Check out 6 of our favorite brewery eats throughout the Hudson Valley!

Gallery Credit: Arianne Rogers

If you're looking for the best local merch, we got you there too:

Local Hudson Valley Businesses With the Best Merch

If there's one thing we love, it's our local businesses! Did you know a ton of them have awesome merch? Here are some of our favorites:

Gallery Credit: Arianne Rogers

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