An air of mystery has covered one of Ulster County's most recent dining additions, and residents are looking for answers.

Opening a new restaurant must be one of the most challenging things to attempt. Luckily in the Hudson Valley, may local diners are eager to go out and support any new business brave enough to open their doors. That included one of the latest additions in Highland, NY.

The exterior of the building that housed the Flavorful Ladle in Highland, NY
The breakfast and lunch destination that opened only several months ago in Highland, NY now stands empty once again (Google)
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New Restaurants Open in Highland, NY

In recent months, Highland, NY has thankfully welcomed several new restaurants. While Jamaican restaurant Montego Bay has quietly opened to rave reviews, another potential local favorite has residents looking for answers.

Signage has been removed and the business that used to be Robbie's Breakfast & Lunch seems empty (TSM Poughkeepsie)
Signage has been removed and the business that used to be Robbie's Breakfast & Lunch seems empty (TSM Poughkeepsie)
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What Happened to One of Highland's Newest Restaurants?

"What happened to the deli/restaurant on 44/55 by Rocking Horse Ranch? It was open for a week and now it looks deserted again", came the question in a local Facebook community group. They weren't the only ones looking for answers.

A chalkboard advertising a different business opening at the same location has appeared in recent days (TSM Poughkeepsie)
A chalkboard advertising a different business opening at the same location has appeared in recent days (TSM Poughkeepsie)
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Robbie's Breakfast & Lunch Closes in Highland, NY

Across many Facebook groups, curious residents came looking for answers about the restaurant, called Robbie's Breakfast & Lunch. The business, which offered special discounts for teachers, students, first responders, and members of the military, thankfully answered the questions personally.

Many Ulster County residents were curious about what happened to Robbie's Breakfast & Lunch (Google/Facebook)
Many Ulster County residents were curious about what happened to Robbie's Breakfast & Lunch (Google/Facebook)
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Robbie's Breakfast & Lunch Answers Questions About Closing

"We do apologize. However, a family member has become very ill", an owner shared on Facebook in September. "Again we apologize and we will re-open very shortly. We thank you for your understanding."

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While a more recent update has not been shared, the community is hopeful that the family behind Robbie's Breakfast & Lunch can soon reopen their doors. "Your [family's] health is more important than anything else in life. I hope everything works out for you", shared one commenter.

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