Welcome to Hudson: The Hidden Heart of NEPA

A Neighborhood Built on Coal, Community & Comfort Food

Before Hudson was the GPS dot that led you to a perfect pappardelle and a crisp cocktail, it was something more: a historic neighborhood in Plains Township, PA, with roots that run deep into the heart of America’s industrial past.

Long before The Gallery opened its doors in the old Dominick’s Café, this land was alive with tradition, labor, and the echoes of generations past.

From Riverbank Settlement to Coal Town Powerhouse

Indigenous Roots in the Wyoming Valley

Hudson sits along the eastern banks of the Susquehanna River—once home to the Susquehannock and Delaware tribes who lived off the land long before the arrival of settlers.

The Anthracite Awakening

In the 18th century, settlers discovered anthracite—or “stone coal”—beneath the soil. Blacksmiths like Obadiah Gore (a real Wilkes-Barre name) figured out how to burn it hot enough for forges. That discovery would ignite an economic transformation.

The Delaware & Hudson Canal Company, formed in 1823, created a crucial transport system to get coal from the Lackawanna Valley to booming markets in New York. Out of that movement came the Hudson Coal Company, and with it, a new name for this hardworking neighborhood.

Hudson’s Boom, Bust, and Beautiful Resilience

Built for Miners, Sustained by Pride

As the coal industry exploded, patch towns like Hudson popped up to house the families who fueled America’s growth. Houses, churches, corner stores—they all grew around the mines. And when the coal stopped flowing after WWII, the town didn’t disappear.

The dust settled, but the pride remained. Today, Hudson is a quiet, close-knit community of homes—many built between the 1920s and 1950s—with the same blue-collar energy that shaped it.

And Then Came The Gallery

We chose Hudson for a reason.

We wanted to open our restaurant in a place that meant something. A place with real roots and real people. We brought fresh pasta, cocktails, and comfort back to the corner—and kept the spirit of Dominick’s alive in a new way.

Why We Love It Here:

• Hard work, with a soft landing

• A deep past, served with a fresh plate

• Warm lights, full hearts, and cold margaritas on Thursday Night

So whether you’re from Hudson, passing through Plains Township, or heading to Mohegan Sun down the road—make a detour for dinner. Sit on our patio. Try the short rib ragout. And feel what it’s like to eat in a place with history under the floorboards and fresh herbs in the sauce.

📍 Plan Your Visit to The Gallery in Hudson, PA

We’re open Wednesday–Saturday from 4 PM to 10 PM.
Patio’s open. Cocktails are cold. Pasta’s fresh.

👉 Click here to reserve your table.

🔍 Quick FAQs About Hudson, PA (and Why You Should Visit The Gallery)

Where is Hudson, PA located?

Hudson is a neighborhood in Plains Township, Luzerne County—just east of the Susquehanna River and minutes from Wilkes-Barre and Mohegan Sun Casino.

What is Hudson, PA known for?

Hudson was built on the coal mining industry and is deeply connected to the Industrial Revolution. Today, it's a quiet residential community with historical charm.

Why is it called Hudson?

Hudson likely got its name from the Hudson Coal Company, a major player in the anthracite boom and part of the broader Delaware & Hudson Canal network.

What is there to do in Hudson today?

Grab a bite at The Gallery. Whether you’re a local or just visiting, we’re proud to be the standout dining destination in the area. Come for our fresh pasta, creative cocktails, and Thursday Happy Hour.

Is The Gallery close to Mohegan Sun?

Yes—we're just minutes away. Make us your first stop or your nightcap.

Best restaurant in Hudson, PA?

You just found it. 😉