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Friday April 25 198C Pourjlikeepsie Journal 9D Dining Out at Locust Tree Inn 12 The Locust Tree Inn Restaurant is as much a delight to be in as to cat in. what with its aura of delicately restored antiquity, its softly playing chamber music, its nicely spaced tables. There seems to be something eye pleasing in every direction, from paintings in gold frames to massive overhead beams to windows framed by woodwork from eras past One room in the oldest section is decorated in a Colonial motif of dried flowers, white stone walls and blue willow plates; another in a later section is done in gold Wallpaper, stuffed Victorian chairs and antique mirrors. Locust Tree sits at the edge of a golf course within walking distance of New Paltz's historic Huguenot Street, billed as the oldest street in America. The original section of this meandering structure was built in 1759 by Abraham Elting, whose family owned it until 1954.

It was a riding school and country club before Gordon and Joanne Kreth purchased it In 1979 for a restaurant Gordon is an engaging and friendly host who walks from table to table in an unassuming red vest and shirtsleeves, somehow setting Locost Tree Ian, 215 Hagae not New Palo. 255 78B8. Description: A 1759 stone bouse with clapboard addition, and a aeries of warm mod comfortable roo mi, decorated la early Americana or elegaat Victorian. There are tioor to celllng windows, lovely woodwork, artwork In gilt frames and crackling fireplaces. Lighting Is soft, table coverings linen and flowers fresh.

Open: Wednesday through Saturday luncheon 1 1:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and Tuesday through Saturday dinner 5:39 p.m. to 10 p.m.; Sunday branch 1 1 a.m. to 2 p.m., and dinner 3 p.m.

to p.m. Closed Monday. Credit cards: Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Cart Blanche, Diners Clan. Reservations: Accepted. the tone for this marvelous eatery.

The prices are as unassuming as he is. arid the food as inviting. The 16 entrees, which Include a green salad, vegetable and rice or potato, range from 19 75 to $15 25, while the menu's seven appetizers go from $3.25 to $4 50 I have paid as much or more in restaurants that have offered far less in atmosphere, service and taste. This restaurant also takes pains to give diners a real treat in eating, what with its attractive preparation (jelly beans and white flowers served as garnishes) and use of herbs, wine, sauces and fruit The cooking is under the direction of Pat Parson, a 30 year old graduate of the culinary division of the New School for Social Research in Manhattan who began as assistant chef about four years ago. Most of the desserts are prepared by Joanne Kreth, including peanut butter cream cheese pie and various chocolate creations.

The appetizers sampled on two occasions were for the most part luscious; in fact a companion bit into a serving of stuffed mushroom caps ($3.25) and declared. "I died and went to heaven." Sprinkled with grated cheese and accented with lemon, the dish was wonderful. Another delightful creation was shrimp wrapped in prosciutto four large shrimp broiled to a nice crispness in a wrapper of salty meat OUR CLAM BAR IS BACK werj. rn. bat.

bun. Noon. CLAMS, OYSTERS OR SHRIMP Prime R.b w'choice ol scol I lopj. shrimp eacn IJ or sole. NOAH'S ARK 13.95' includes solod, coffee 486 9295 It is highly recommended for a change of pace from shrimp cocktail.

Sweet and sour pork ribs was also quite good and nearly a meal in itself for $3.25. The dish consisted of four meaty and very tender ribs smothered in a tomato, green pepper and pinapple sauce that was tangy and a bit spicy. The only appetizer that failed was baked stuffed clams ($3.25) which were bready and dry. Three soups sampled were consistently flavorful including a chunky tomato with dill and black pepper and vegetable beef with a reddish brown broth flecked with mushrooms, carrots, broccoli and celery. Both cost $1.75 and were very special.

The onion soup smothered with Swiss cheese ($3) was much like any other restaurant's but nonetheless good. Recommended among the entrees are canard aux fruits or roast duckling ($11.50) and coquille St Jacques baby bay scallops poached with mushrooms in white wine and browned on top. The duck came out lightly glazed, crisp and shining. The meat was moist and tender and the orange sauce was sweet and delectable. The scallops, served in two large shells with tarragon flavored rice.

were piping hot. a bit sweet and dc ughtlul Flawed but still good was filet mignon chasseur ($15 25). which appeared to have been seared over so high a flame that it was tough and chewy outside The sauce of white wine, tomatoes, mushrooms and herbs was delirious though, as was a side order of warm broccoli vinaigrette Two specials sampled were loin of pork, which came with a wonderful stuffing of raisins, apple and nuts and a tangy brown gravy, and breaded leg of lamb steak sauteed with capers The pork was tender, white and moist highly recommended for those whose tastes veer toward American fare The lamb, though tender, was heavy and somewhat overwhelmed by capers Desserts generally run $2.25, except for a house special. Locust Tree Devil, which was $2.75. It was a rich concoction of devil's food cake, vanilla ice cram, warm chocolate sauce and whipped cream, heavenly if you like that sort of thing which I.

unfortunately, do. Peach mousse was fluffy, flecked with golden peaches and nicely sweet, while lemon custard was tangy with a cake like consistency. The cheesecake was light creamy and generous of portion. Among the other things working for this restaurant are its excellent and elegant service and its attempt to make everything special from the crackers and homemade herb Cheddar cheese that begins every meal to one of the best bloody Marys I've ever had. I look forward to a return visit.

'42nd Street' slated at Eisenhower Hall David Merrick's Broadway hit "42nd Street," is at West Point's Eisenhower Hall Threatre for five performances, Friday through Sunday. The musical was directed on Broadway by Gower Champion, whose credits include "Hello Dolly'" Performances are scheduled for Friday. Saturday and Sundays at 8 p.m. with a Satur day and Sunday matinee at 2 pm The Eisenhower Hall troupe will not have New York cast member Mary Chris Wall, a native of Pough keepsie. with them Wall is in the Broadway cast and was part the production staged during the recent inaugural of the Jacob Javits Convention Center.

Dinner Specials From the 1 Italian Restaurant in the Mid Hudson Valley LUNCH SPECIALS 3.95 Eggplant Monkotti Ret France H) Tenderloin 4.95 wlod coffee Spog DINNER SPECIALS VeolotoFemondo. 7.95 lb. lobster (ony stylo) Gnocchi ala Cecchini with soled loflelliai ah Ponno with salad TRY OUR NEW LITE LUNCH SPECIAL 3.95 Private your Host: zr ITi i ri a AVfwVMW Rtaurantl UP 75 111 Main Pouatikawpsl 471 9513 frasHR Have You Tried The New Luchcon Menu The Cellar at the Treasure Chest serving I I 30 am 2 30 pm 568 South Road Poughkoepsie, Now York 462 4545 BEEKMAN ARMS Rh(nbtk. NY 74 7077 "America's Oldest Inn" circa 1766 OPtN SEVEN DAYS Some luncheon specialties Cobb Salmi. Shrimp Louis.

Omelettes, Jumbo Hamburgers. Dinner featuring nighiiy specials ol gome, fresh seafood, smoked moats along with regular fore such as Poached Salmon. Veal with Artichokes, Bay Scallops with snow peas. Boned Duck wiih Raspberry Sauce and our famous Prime Ribs. Bountiful Sunday Buffet Brunch 10.00am 2 00pm Rated a Hudson Volley Magazine Reservations please.

Credit Cords welcomed BERTIES 9 1 1 liberty (off Moin Mall) Poughkoopsio 452 BERT An upscale menu serving lunch and dinner with continental specials prepared by Chef Anthony LaFalce Evey Sat night, all you can eat buffet for only S7 95. with April month long complete dinner specials Steak Tenyaki. 095. and Chicken Cordon Bleu. S8 95 includes soup, salad: coffee, tea and dessert.

Kitchen open Mon thru Sat 11 30 10. Late Night Deli and dancing until 4am Wed Sat Jazz Band on Tuesday nights Major credit cards accepted Banquets and private parties welcomed CANTON Restaurant 763 South Rood Poughkeepsie Enjoy a leisurely dining enpenence in an authentic oriental atmosphere Choose from Cantonese Sechuan and Polynesian specialties Full American menu also available Try our 6 course buffet lunch served Tues Fn for only $4.40. Dinner served si days Closed Mondays Take out oprders. Banquet Facilities. CHERRY BLOSSOM JAPANESE RESTAURANT 1 50 Moin Grand Union Pkuo FistsklR.

Y. 97 0601 Now there It a choice In the Hudson Velleyl Enoy Japan cherm In a casual setting featuring tatami room a as well aa traditional seating We offer the finest in Tempore. Chicken Terlyaki. Sukryekl. noodle dishes, steak and shrimp, and sushi and aaahlml.

The Cherry Blossom experience ia like spending an evening In Japan. Rated by Poughkeepsie Journal Lunch 1 1 30 3. dinner 5 to Closing Closed Mon Ma Jo Credit Cards I Rt. 9, Rhlnebeck. NT Wl H7A RIHO Enloy Continental Cuisine carefully prepared by owner chef Marcel and graciously served to your table Delicious weekend specials offered Open Sunday from noon to 9:00 pm.

Tuesday through Saturday from 5:00 pm 10 00 pm. closed Monday. CHRISTO'S RESTAURANT 1 55 Wilbur Boolevord. Poughkeepsie, NY 471 3400 Chrtsto Invites you to a Traditional Continental Restaurant to Sample some of our Favorite dishes Enjoy excellent food and service in a romantic, candle light country club setting. Apart from the extensive menu and wine list, we offer a variety of seasonal Items Open to the public.

Lunches Tues. Fri. 11:30 2:30. Dinners Tues Sat 5 10. Closed Sunday and Monday.

COPPERFIELDS Route 44 MRiaroos V. mile east Toconk Pkwy. 677 tlM FOR THOSE WHO APPRECIATE THE DIFFERENCE Our atmosphere is natural and relax, log our food la exciting and delicious Chef Richard Omer Ji cooks to perfection with an International flair, including daily lunch and dinner apeclals Our lunches era enjoyable Our dinners sre unique and fulfilling Out Brunch Bunch on Sundays rs a great way to wind up the weekend Served from 1 1 30 AM 2 PM We include a complimentary cocktail Luncheon hours 1 1 30 2 30. dinner hours 30 9 BON APPETIT. EL BORRACHO at 4 LA FONDA DEL SOL Old Route 9.

Wopptngor. Foils NY 297 5044 Authentic and Spanish cuisine in a charming Mexi hot it. Cocktails available. Bienvenidot THE MAHARAJA ROOM Main Millorton, NY (Across from Cumberland Formal 1518)789 4808 A dining experience devoted to authentic Indian cuisine and almoshpeie Full service bar Luncheon Bullet S4 95 Lunch 12 3 PM Dinner 5 9 Closed Tuesdays Reservations suggested Catering for private parlies of 15 people or more Visa. Mastercard Accepted MARIKO'S JAPANESE RESTAURANT Between Rhlnebeck 4 Red Hook on Rt 9 I mile N.

of Rt. 9 9G Intersection in Bhinebetk 1914)876 1234 Hudson Valley's only authentic Japanese cuisine. Full Japanese menu Tenyaki chicken'. Tempore. Neglmakl beef.

Tonkatsu pork SUSHI and SASHIMI Also brown nee and vegetarian SUSHI. Party package and catering available trom Poughkeepsie Journal Restaurant Review Wed Sat 5 10 pm Sun 4 9 Shakuhacki Japanese Bamboo Flute, performed Sunday evenings 6 30 9:00 PATIO CAFE RESTAURANT BAR 49 51 MorW St. Poughkfropiio. N.Y. (914) 452 3022 "Jum on old hnhioned place to dme where vou know who.

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Sunday noon to 9 pm. Our second floor la now open to accomodate sman ponies up 10 ov people NICKL INN Route 55 LoCronge NY 4 73 5455 Your hosts: tidy 4 David Bo.l.y t.lnn. where the usuol 1 quite the unusual feotuies the l.kes ot which you ore not likely to find in this area. Exciting lunches ond dinneis oie seived continuously Monday through Thursday 1 1 30 am 10 pm Friday and Sotuidoy I I 30 am 1 1 00 pm. Sun.

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Dinner 5:00 PM 10:00 PM doily. Sunday 11:30 AM 9 OO PM. Brunch Sunday 1 1 30 AM 3.00 PM. Mojor Credit Cords. Live Entertoin.

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Millbrook, NY I 2545 77 774,677 3l7B Country Italian cuisine encompassing the flavors and techniques ol all the regions ol Italy south to north, with some bordering on French and Swiss fare The owner chef. Joseph Psolucci. has combined the best of cuisine with the com forts of country ambiance All dishes cooked to your preference Dinner Tuesday through Saturday 5 00 pm 10 00 pm. Sundays 100 pm 9 30 pm Luncheon parties by reservation Closed Mondays 1 00 PM 8 00 PM Closed Monday Closed ICIoi MC SPAIMKY'S as Mate Street. Poughkeepsie.

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