HVH Pick
Plant-Forward • Café • Event
Café Joust
What They Are about
Café Joust operates with momentum. What began as a juice bar has grown into a full café built around plant-forward food, organic ingredients, and seasonal Hudson Valley sourcing, but the vibe is anything but quiet or clinical. This is a place that feels alive from the moment the doors open, fueled by conversation, creativity, and a rotating cast of locals and visitors passing through.
The menu is rooted in plants but designed for real appetites. Cold-pressed juices and tonics bring brightness and balance, while bowls, salads, toasts, and heartier plates deliver substance without heaviness. A strong coffee and tea program keeps things moving, making Joust just as much a morning anchor as a midday refuel or afternoon hang.
What truly sets Café Joust apart is how much happens beyond the food. The space regularly hosts yoga classes, music mornings, pop-ups, comedy nights, tarot dinners, and collaborative events that blur the line between café and cultural hub. It’s a place where people don’t just stop in, they stay, talk, and come back to see what’s next.
Right on Main Street in Catskill, Café Joust fits naturally into the flow of town life. It’s where you start your day before exploring, regroup between errands, or end up lingering longer than planned. Not a pit stop, not a trend, but a living part of Catskill’s daily rhythm.
Our Notes
• Plant-forward menu built around organic ingredients and seasonal Hudson Valley sourcing
• Cold-pressed juices and tonics that prioritize freshness and bold flavor
• Coffee and tea program that makes this a reliable morning and afternoon stop
• Food that balances nourishment and satisfaction, not just “healthy” for the sake of it
• Regular schedule of events including yoga, music, pop-ups, and creative gatherings
• Energetic and welcoming atmosphere that encourages staying awhile
• Works equally well for solo visits, casual meetings, or social hangs
• Prime Main Street location, easy to pair with shopping or riverfront walks
• Menu and programming shift often enough to keep repeat visits interesting
• A true community anchor, not just a café






