•••Purdy's Inn Replacement Without Attitude??

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It's our anniversary (Feb 1, older couple) and we have traditionally visited the old Purdy's Inn for a celebration dinner.

Well, the bloom's off the old Purdy's after a not-so-warm experience with John Michaels.

Can anyone recommend a very nice, romantic spot (similar to the old Purdy's) with excellent service but without the "attitude" of John Michaels where atmosphere and good service trumps edgy and "look-what-I-can-do" dishes? 

This community has always been simply great with this kind of information so I hopeful and thankful in advance, for any good ideas.

---JP

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I've never been to the old or new incarnation of Purdy's Inn... but I can recommend Zeph's in Peekskill. Perhaps others who have been to both can comment on whether the atmosphere is similar. Great service, delicious food, traditional, quiet setting.

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How about Bedford Post in Bedford? I had an absolutely wonderful ravioli there. I was so overcome by how much I loved it that I remember little else. It isn't as romantic as Purdy's was, but the food is great, and the drive there is pretty. 

I don't love Le Chatteau. As a child it was the best restaurant up here, but I think it's been resting on it's reputation. Plus it isn't comfortable, just kind of uptight and portentious. It reminds me of that bad Eddie Murphy movie The Haunted Mansion.

Also, completely different food, but very pretty, with great warm service, La Cammilia in Mt. Kisco. The owner will make you smile from ear to ear, and the food is delicious.

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I also love Zeph's but the accent is more on the food then the atmosphere, which is fine with me but not sure if that is what you were looking for on your anniversary night. The host is so warm and inviting that it gives a cozy feel to the place but not fireplace. Have never been to Purdy's so I couldn't compare but Traditions 118 in Granite Springs has never disappointed me and it has a fireplace. I haven't been in awhile but from what I hear it is still good. Here is their website......http://www.traditions118restaurant.com/ 
Happy Anniversary

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ok the lawyer is coming out in me again. I would like to know exactly what your "not so warm experience" was like exactly? Also what do you mean by attitude? I would love details! Also I am not sure what you mean by "look-what-I-can-do dishes"? 
Thanks in advance for the details.

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