Stylish West Village spot for creative New American brunch and dinner with a charming patio; excellent dishes but noise and occasional service delays can frustrate, and prices are premium.
Hudson Clearwater delivers solid neighborhood dining through strong food quality and exceptional setting appeal, particularly the twinkle-lit patio and chef counter. However, inconsistent execution on steaks and eggs and slower service during busy periods prevent grade A territory. The restaurant excels at what it does—contemporary New American brunch with creative sides—but occasional reliability gaps keep it in solid A- territory rather than the region's premier tier.
One caveat: Indoor room can be very loud; choose patio or off-peak for conversation