Summer Dishes Are On The Menu At Putnam County Eateries

PUTNAM COUNTY, N.Y. -- No vacation plans this month? No worries. You can still get a taste of summer with the many entrees offered at a host of Putnam County eateries.

Steamed clams from Social on 6 in Mahopac.
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Jeanne Muchnick

07/09/2015 7:00 a.m.

We've listed a sampling ... beach not included.

Lobster Tail, The Chophouse, Mahopac: Be transported to the coast with this seven ounce Brazilian lobster tail, broiled and drawn with butter. Taste Summer: 957 Rte. 6, (845) 628-8300, www.thechophousegrille.com/.

Steamed Clams Casino, Clock Tower Grill, Brewster: Enjoy a taste of the sea and then some with this popular dish, served with bacon, roasted red peppers, garlic, white wine and herbs. Taste Summer: 512 Clock Tower Commons Dr., (845) 582-0574, www.clocktowergrill.com/.

Oysters, Social on 6, Mahopac: Get in a vacation state of mind with the extensive raw bar selection. Should it be oysters? Steamed clams? Steamers? Or all of the above? Taste Summer: 944 Rte. 6, (845) 803-8193, www.socialon6.com/.

Crab Cakes, Il Laghetto, Carmel: You'll feel like you're down at Maryland's Eastern Shore with these meaty crab cakes, all of which taste more delicious with the lake view. Taste Summer: 825 S. Lake Blvd., (845) 621-5200, www.illaghettorestaurant.com/.

Have a favorite summer dish we missed? Tell us about in the comments below.

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