NYC to Poughkeepsie

[emilymarie]

Had some interest in going to Escoffier Room at CIA this weekend, but want to give myself plenty of options (and was made nervous by some bad reviews I just read of the place).

What are some good ($60-75 per person) restaurants from NYC to Poughkeepsie? I really don't have any real parameters on myself, other than the above-quoted price. I can do red check clothes or swank white linens. Any ideas? Thanks in advance...

[Dryden]

The Would, in Highland, is terrific. And their chef/owner is CIA trained, so it's just like eating there! (But better...)

[jogoode]

Had some interest in going to Escoffier Room at CIA this weekend, but want to give myself plenty of options (and was made nervous by some bad reviews I just read of the place).

What are some good ($60-75 per person) restaurants from NYC to Poughkeepsie? I really don't have any real parameters on myself, other than the above-quoted price. I can do red check clothes or swank white linens. Any ideas? Thanks in advance...

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You could try to hit Blue Hill at Stone Barns, which is on your way. It might even be worth a whole day. And then you won't have to actually go to Poughkeepsie!

But seriously, Poughkeepsie has some great Mexican food, if you end up not wanting a fancy dinner. Let me know if you're interesting and I'll post details.

[DanaT]

Hi, I've been lurking in the forum for a year or more. Finally got around to posting. I love the area of the Lower Hudson Valley for food, hiking, and cultural events.

A couple of my favorite places are in Cold Spring.

http://www.hvgateway.com/CS25.HTM

Hudson House Inn 2 Main Street, Cold Spring NY, 10516, Telephone: (845)_265-9355 "A Country Inn" is located directly across from the Cold Spring Bandstand and it also enjoys breathtaking views of the river and the highlands. Enjoy seasonal dining on the veranda. Located at the very end of Main Street.

Le Bouchon 76 Main Street, Cold Spring NY, 10516, Telephone: (845)_265-7676 Lively continental and French cusine. Open 11am - 10pm

Le Bouchon had the best fois gras I have ever tasted. The chef at the Hudson House Inn is also a CIA graduate.

[emilymarie]

Mmm, thanks everyone. I ended up not getting up there this Sunday but will definitely keep your recs for another Sunday.

And Jogoode, I'd be even more interested in hearing about some great Mexican joints in Westchester (if you have any info.), specifically in the White Plains/Harrison/Portchester area. Have stopped in at just a couple of the places on the main drag in Portchester (nearby Pat's, if I recall) and had some sort of a steak, eggs, and plantain platter that was greasy as hell but delicious! Off topic, but if you have any details, please share.

Thanks!

[jogoode]

Mmm, thanks everyone. I ended up not getting up there this Sunday but will definitely keep your recs for another Sunday.

And Jogoode, I'd be even more interested in hearing about some great Mexican joints in Westchester (if you have any info.), specifically in the White Plains/Harrison/Portchester area. Have stopped in at just a couple of the places on the main drag in Portchester (nearby Pat's, if I recall) and had some sort of a steak, eggs, and plantain platter that was greasy as hell but delicious! Off topic, but if you have any details, please share.

Thanks!

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Sorry, emilymarie. I only know the Mexican food in Poughkeepsie, and I haven't eaten there in a few years. But if you plan to be in Poky, PM me and I'll tell you what I've got.

[James Kessler]

Best Mexican restaurant in Westchester County: (also the best I've ever eaten, ANYWHERE in the greater NYC metro.)

Coyote Flaco in New Rochelle, NY. (Also has a smaller sister branch in Port Chester, NY.)