In a charming 18th-century farmhouse surrounded by lush gardens, Purdy's Farmer & the Fish delivers fresh, locally sourced seafood and veggies in a lively atmosphere.
"We’ll forgive you for assuming this spot is just another charming, farm-to-table country restaurant. It’s true they build the menu around what they grow on-site, and the way-north farmhouse location dates back to the 1770s. But despite appearances, Purdy’s Farmer & The Fish has been a local go-to for years, and it’s kind of a scene—the crowd looks younger, gets louder, and stays later than you might expect. Follow the menu’s lead and focus on the fish dishes (one of the owners also operates a seafood distributor that supplies this spot and a sister location further south in Westchester). You can also take advantage of the farmstead location by dining out on the porch in the warmer months, and grabbing a drink by the fire pits that they set up in the winter." - mike wasserman
"We’ll forgive you for assuming this spot is just another charming, farm-to-table country restaurant. It’s true they build the menu around what they grow onsite, and the way-north farmhouse location dates back to the 1770s. But despite appearances, Purdy’s Farmer & The Fish has been a local go-to for years, and it’s kind of a scene—the crowd looks younger, gets louder, and stays later than you might expect. Follow the menu’s lead and focus on the fish dishes (one of the owners also operates a seafood distributor that supplies this spot and a sister location further south in Westchester). You can also take advantage of the farmstead location by dining out on the porch in the warmer months, and grabbing a drink by the fire pits that they set up in the winter. " - Mike Wasserman
"Plenty of places talk about farm to table cuisine but what about a table at the farm? Purdy’s does just that with its darling white farmhouse with picturesque views of the farm. It’s not just cute—this restaurant walks the walk by using ingredients they grow, smoke or cure on site. From the house-made hot sauce to the carrot bread, thoughtful details are everywhere. Scallop “salad” features three perfectly seared scallops set with farm bacon and a fried egg. The strawberry and crème ice cream cake’s four bright pink layers are not only beautiful, but delicious. Even cocktails are inspired by their great outdoors—the pea martini with cucumber and elderflower is a refreshing change of pace. Stop in to the farm shop next door before heading home." - Michelin Inspector
"When Chef Mike Kaphan says he likes to keep things as local as possible, he often means the restaurant’s backyard. Purdy’s Farmer & the Fish is housed in an American Revolution-era building surrounded by four acres of terraced farms and greenhouses. From August to October, according to Kaphan, the farm produces more than 90 percent of all produce served in the restaurant, which is paired with fresh seafood, like Maine lobster, Nova Scotia halibut, and littleneck clams. When the weather’s nice, the best seats in the house are on the flower-encircled front porch, where diners can dig into several varieties of East Coast oysters and lobster rolls." - Samantha Garbarini
"As the country relaxes shelter-in-place restrictions, businesses are exploring ways to reopen and reconnect with customers safely. An increasing number of restaurants in New York State are offering essential services in the form of meals and provisions for takeout and delivery." - The MICHELIN Guide
