Helsinki Hudson

Great food and a very lovely restaurant.  I've been several times and food and service were excellent.

LOVE Helsinki Hudson.  The food just seems to get better and better.  First, the space is awesome.  The building is gorgeously restored and has a dark wood, open feel.  On a recent visit, we took our vegan relatives, which is always a challenge finding a restaurant to suit them, but had no problem. The kale salad with pear and currents was unbelievably delicious and will keep us coming back.  Picky vegan uncle had the quinoa salad and loved it - as it was a large portion that completely satisfied him.  I was sinful and ordered the ribs which were amazing. The southern comfort sauce was perfect, the meat fell of the bone and the cornmeal fried green beans were fun.  Other dishes ordered were scallops and the pork chop and all were excellent and perfectly prepared with a bit of southern 'kick'.

As if all that food wasn't enough, we ordered dessert. The cherry pie was wonderful with a lovely crust and the carrot cake was very sweet w/the caramel sauce but scrumptious.

As for service, it was top notch.  Our waiter was just phenomenal - he was professional, well versed in all menu items and spent time answering all of our questions and never once acted rushed or irritated.  He clearly loves his job and it shows.

We also ordered alcoholic mixed drinks which were tasty but I felt our tequila beverages were a bit weak.

Hudson's great restaurant meter is rising and Helsinki offers fair pricing, it's 'family friendly' and not too 'precious'.  Oh, and don't forget, it's also a great music venue.

Saw Sister Sparrow and the Dirty Birds there last night.  Really amazing! This is a great venue to see a show.  Add to that good food, drink, and service and you get a fun evening!  Go for the music. Go for the food. Go for both. Any way you won't be disappointed.