NYACK Grill & Bar

This charming, new Nyack arrival, located on the Main Street in this historic town, is a food lover’s lucky find! Only open since September 12 of this year, and already a huge success, owner Danny Grubert, along with Pizza Chef Albert Bruno & a remarkable kitchen team assisted by Sous Chef Mathew Carlon, boasts a myriad of specialty dishes & extraordinary pizzas that are cooked to perfection, with very fair prices.

A warm and charming multi-leveled atmospheric theme, includes a marvelous screened in outdoor patio & attractive private party room for parties.

Host-owner Danny, was born in Suffern and as a young man worked every position in a variety of restaurants on weekends, while a part of the corporate world. The passion for the restaurant business was in his blood and when he discovered this Nyack location, he knew that he could realize his dream. Only open a short time, the word has traveled in such a speedy fashion about the remarkable kitchen & bustling nightly bar, that seats are filled nightly, so get there early!

The staff treats all who enter like family and really goes beyond food. Under the watchful eye of this dining dream team, this perfect, dazzling ‘Dining Chateau’, serves dishes prepared with painstaking detail. The illustrious Pizza Chef Albert Bruno, well known in the trisate area, now happily brings his expertise to Nyack. The BREAKFAST PIZZA, with Corned Beef Hash, egg & bacon, is definitely a pizza you will never forget.

Danny assists in party planning, menu selection and any whim or desire that a guest might require. The amazing kitchen team’s knack for combining simple, fresh ingredients and turning them into delicious, colorful masterpieces, is the inspiration for the unique specialties that we experienced. Our friendly and very knowledgeable server, Tori, warmly greeted us and a list of interesting specialties was recited. Our Press Dinner Party was impressed by the smooth service in the highly-atmospheric dining room, which is alive with lovely appointments, a comfortable bar, the attractive & roomy screened-in patio, the multi-leveled seating & the glistening Pizza Station.

Although quite luxurious both in menu and decor, moderate prices, large portions, consistency and great service prevails, with the dishes as the true stars of this enchanting new arrival!

In addition to standards and favorites, they present a unique dining experience

for adventuresome palates, as the desire to have happy faces is quite evident.

The exciting menu include a variety of spectacular pastas, creative meats, luxurious chicken creations and a brilliant selection of fresh fish, burgers & salads, along with creative pizzas.

Apart from a few dishes, which the loyal clientele will not abandon, they will be presenting menu changes according to the impulse of the talented chef, who definitely has his heart in his cooking, and whether you dine for business or pleasure, you will feel the heart of his good tastes. They definitely combine aesthetic and gastronomic pleasures with the best offerings of the season.

Few restaurants combine all the elements of taste, preparation, quality and quantity with outstanding Four Star Dishes and a richly decorated, comfortable atmosphere with dishes that are distinguished by finesse and imagination.

The wonderful cocktails & sweet trolley of desserts completed this magical dining voyage.

Gail says “Go!”

NEW AMERICAN CUISINE 173 Main St. Nyack, NY 10960 845.512.8159; nyackgrill.com

Hours: Open Noon, Mon Wed Thurs & kitchen closes at 10 Fri, Open 12 & closes 11pm: Mon -Thurs bar open till midnight: Fri Sat- Bar open till 1am: Sunday Brunch 11:30 - Restaurant closes 11; Credit Cards: All Major; Full Bar seats 20, Restaurant Seats 210; Reservations Accepted for 6 or more; Patio seats 55 (2 TVs); JBL Sound System; Outside Catering - Call for info; Party Room Seats 65; Party - Call 3 weeks in advance, Will close midweek for party; Parties all custom designed; Children accommodate - half portions; Daily Specials changed every few days; Bus is Hudson Link; Special diets Accommodated; Lunch Deal coming soon; Prices Very Reasonable

Appetizers that the reporters recommend are the generously portioned Cashew Crusted Calamari, with a Hot Sour Orange Glaze & Peanut Dipping Sauce. The delicious Baked Mac & Cheese, with a three cheese blend & Cornbread Crumbs is simply addictive. I am also a fan of Keira’s Crispy Brussel Sprouts ($9), Hot Honey or my choice, the Truffle Parmesan Bacon.Reporter & well-known singer Christine Provenzo wrote to me about the Grilled Asparagus, with crumbled Gorgonzola cheese & the Beef Empanadas.

Host Danny presented entrees that were all large portioned and flavorful. A favorite entrée was the stimulating ROASTED PORK CHOP. The roasted garlic mashed potatoes with Hot Cherry Pepper Vinegar Sauce was benchmark, with a six-week preparation that infuses the fat back into the marbled meat. The ‘girls’ recommend the luscious PESTO CRUSTED ARCTIC SEA BASS ($29), with Lobster crushed Yukon Gold mashed potatoes & a Lobster Butter Sauce - just dining perfection. The SHORT RIB HANGER STEAK was another ‘Must Try’ winning selection.

The reporters definitely thought their happy place was at the well-managed bar by Theo Vlass. The team enchanted our reporters with creative cocktails. Bill recommends the RAMBO, Len loved the HAPPY HUDSON. Gale adored the CUCUMBER COOLER & Carolyn raved about the NYACK COSMO. They even pleased Abby, our Asian reporter, with a vir-gin FANTASY ISLAND. The Metro Press Club will be taking advantage of the Customized menus & easy prices for our next private party.

Chef Albert makes his own dough & sauce. Do not miss the FIG AND GOAT CHEESE PIZZA ($17), the extraordinary ALSATIAN ($16), with bacon, carmelized onions & oregano & the MARGHERITA ($15), all differently delicious.