Hudson Durable Goods - Professional Grade Chef Apron for Kitchen, BBQ & Grill

OK, guys, fellow cooks and kitchen magicians, let's get this straight right now: This is NOT "an apron," it is a "MANPRON" and there is likely no good lady in your life who will want to borrow it! LOL, it's just way masculine designed, and looks, feels, behaves like the good stuff I buy from my favorite "man-stores" which begin with "C" and "D" for those in the know!!! I love this thing...robust material, unique design, all sorts of "hi-lo" pockets, etc., to put stuff in (even a side loop to hang something from)...and even has a slot pocket for a pen or pencil! Wow, THAT is thoughtful. I'd darn well wear this to the market, then straight to the kitchen for cooking...LOL. I'm a shorty "bear," 5'6" and 175#, but the straps and the way it fits is so flexible that I think it would fit anyone, and it STAYS in place because the straps from the front cross over the shoulder, then across the back (straps held in place by a very clever bit of leather "X-guide"), down to the waist and connect at the small of the back with a secure plastic BUCKLE with the adjustable straps to make sure it holds in place no matter how tight or loose you prefer...no need to "tie a knot"! You might even have to spend a minute or two to figure it out (I did) because I have never seen anything like it; VERY well thought out!!! It's a heavy denim type fabric, sewed strongly for durability. I got the grey color...nice and "business-like;" and no frivolous decorations, words, silly sayings, etc., on it. It ought to wash well, and soften a little (it's a bit like a new pair of jeans right now...) with proper care. A personal hint: do NOT use fabric softener on this as it reduces/eliminates the ability of the fabric to absorb liquid/s; bad for the cooking business! Guys, cooks...get one of these, and YAY-shoutout to the single Dad who makes these! My vote: 5 stars!

I got this to give as a gift. It is a nice, durable apron that is great for BBQing. It has plenty of pockets, straps that are comfortable, and is a very fair price. This is a great option for a "manly" apron that should last for years to come.

Last summer I purchased a Hudson Durable Goods Work Apron for my wood shop and other projects. I have been very impressed with the quality and I was excited to see this apron since it offers a similar design at half the weight which will work well on summer nights and in the kitchen. After using this apron for a couple weeks, this is what I have to say: Functional - There are plenty of pockets and I love the towel/spatula loop which is a nice addition since I am constantly searching for a towel when I am in the kitchen. The length is just right on my 5'10" frame and I would expect the adjustable straps to allow this apron to fit a variety of different sized people well. High Quality - The weight is perfect. Not too light, but not too heavy. I accidentally spilled some water on this apron and it diverted the spill and didn’t immediately soak through like my old lighter weight cotton aprons. The build quality is exceptional with double-stitching and the rivets all seem strong. I have no doubt that this apron will last a long time. Comfortable - I am hooked on the cross-back design. It is extremely comfortable on the neck/shoulders and this apron has some nice upgrades that differentiate it from the work apron. The buckle snaps are convenient and make adjusting the fit very easy and the patch that holds the straps makes getting this apron on a breeze. All that and my wife loves it too. Well done Hudson Durable Goods!

I ordered this Hudson Durable Goods Chef’s Apron to replace the one I had for years, not because it wore out, but because it disappeared when I moved. I cook a lot, and at one point worked in professional kitchens, which taught me very quickly about what qualities I want in my kitchen supplies. This apron is exactly the same style I had for about 4-5 years. It took me a while to identify which apron it was because I wanted the same one, and once it arrived, I was very pleased to find out it is the style, comfort, color, easy to use and high quality apron as the first one. This apron looks great, is self adjusting, and uses a single buckle so I don’t have to fuss with ties, and once it’s adjusted the first time, there’s no need to ever change it, just slide it over your head and clip the buckles in the back. It’s always hot in the kitchen, and this canvas-type, heavy weight, cotton fabric is comfortable and breathable even when I’m working at full capacity. The pockets are all very usable, easy to find things in, and are structurally sound. I wash my apron regularly, and it still looks as good as it did when I first purchased it. The kitchen is my domain, and when entertaining guests, I am doing everything I can to make sure every dish comes out at the right time, which means I don’t want to have to change my clothes after I’ve put all the well-timed dishes on the table, so I want an apron that functions properly, protects my clothing while I’m working, looks great and easy to care for. When I put this apron on, it means it’s go time, and I see it as a integral part of my kitchen activity. For this price, it’s hard to believe what a fabulous, high quality product you get, and that’s saying a lot these days when so much stuff is cheaply made and simply not this good.

Really nice apron, looks great but I am not a fan of back straps and I broke yhe clasp on one because of myself. Not for me with the straps, but would have been five stars other wise

This review is long overdue. The Hudson cotton kitchen apron is the only apron I ever use anymore. My experience with the product has been phenomenal. Between the pockets, cross-back comfort, snap-connect, and INCREDIBLE durability, I’ve found no better apron for kitchen pros. I have just retired my longest-owned Hudson apron after 5 years. Fraying and age had finally caught up with it after many years of amazing use. Since my first purchase, I have added 9 more to my rotation and expect most to last well into the future. The first few washes allow the apron ties to soften and therefore the connectors which may seem loose at first will tighten. Stains have never been an issue. Even though most of my aprons are black, I cannot see any obvious staining on the gray or denim blue models. I learned early on to always snap the connectors into place and pulling apron ties very tight before washing so as to avoid having to re-thread after a tumble in the washer or dryer. Hudson was great from a customer service perspective on that issue though: after losing a couple of connectors to a laundromat, they mailed new connectors free of charge as a thanks for being a loyal customer. And a loyal customer I will remain, as I consider their aprons a dependable and highly useful tool that I rely upon and use daily! Many people have asked where to purchase these aprons, as their quality and utility is apparent immediately to co-workers. I have gifted them to a special few and would recommend as a great present to anyone who has a kitchen worker in their life. Thanks to everyone at Hudson, I have found the aprons I will use every day for the rest of my career, and also at home. They have figured out the chef’s apron 100%. If we get lucky, perhaps they will re-examine the chef’s shoe wear choices in the near future?

I'm a large fellow, and this apron fits perfectly, with plenty of room for someone much bigger than me to wear it comfortably. The material is soft and sturdy, with plenty of useful pockets. The straps and fittings are attached very sturdily and it feels and looks great, and protects my clothes from anything a bar or barbecue could dish out. For anythng short of blacksmithing or professional meat butchering, this apron is perfect. Highly recommended!

Nice apron with lots of adjustability. Takes a bit to get adjusted initially, but once you figure it out, it's great . . . easier if you have a helper first go. Only comment is it seems a bit long; I'm 6'1" and it hangs down to my knees.