There are now several new businesses to discover in the Hudson Valley. A new, unique cafe has opened in Delaware County, NY, celebrating the Catskills region. Lollipop Cafe is now open in Hancock, NY.

A new hibachi-style restaurant has opened its doors in a convenient location in Ulster County, NY. SAKIMURA Hibachi & Asian Fusion is now open in Kingston, NY.

Foodies can continue to explore new restaurants in the Hudson Valley by stopping in Orange County, NY.

Where was the Walden Diner in Orange County, NY?

The former Walden Diner was a Hudson Valley staple. This fan-favorite eatery was open for several years, serving the community and visitors.

The Walden Diner was located at 23 Orange Ave., Walden, NY. On Yelp, users wrote honest reviews about the former diner.

In 2019 and 2020, Yelp users shared:

“Walden Diner is a classic American restaurant.”

“Walden Diner has really good food. The staff and owners are very friendly.”

“Great place for a quick bite! Happy, smiling people! Very cheerful waitress! I will check back for more information on the quality of the food!”

When the Walden Diner closed its doors, Hudson Valley residents wondered what would happen to the place.

On social media, Facebook users shared that they would like to see another establishment in the same location, such as a diner. Today, foodies can visit Walden, NY, to experience a new, flavorful restaurant.

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New restaurant takes over former Walden Diner in Orange County, NY

Social media is a great place for the community to come together to share similar interests and learn about events in the Hudson Valley.

The Walden Quarterly published a feature on the Walden Diner and its history. They mentioned that this fan-favorite diner was owned by Savas Karasaridis since the late 1990s. Before that time, the Walden Diner was also known as Sonny’s Diner.

In 2024, foodies can now visit El Azteca Mexican restaurant at the former Walden Diner location for a new taste in the city.

El Azteca is now open in the Hudson Valley

On August 8, 2024, Mexican restaurant El Azteca uploaded a picture of its new restaurant on Facebook.

They shared that they are currently working on their website. Guests can stop by this new Mexican restaurant to enjoy a meal or pick up a take-out menu.

You can reach the Mexican restaurant El Azteca at 845 719 4535. The opening hours are Monday through Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., the restaurant is open 7 days a week.

Will you try this new restaurant in Orange County, NY? Where are your favorite places to eat in the Hudson Valley? Tell us more below.

Mexican Restaurant El Azteca

23 Orange Ave, Walden, NY 12586