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506 Piermont Ave.
Piermont, NY
845.365.3250
Tues.-Thurs .lunch 12-3 dinner 5:30-10pm
Fri. dinner 5:30-10:30
Sat. dinner 5-10
Sun. dinner 5-10pm
http://www.xaviars.com/
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This is a true family affair and I personally know the family and so adore them! The executive chef, Peter Kelly is truly one of the most respected chefs in the country. His restaurants are so close to Manhattan and are as any of the top ones there. I ate at Freelance so often when I lived in South Nyack. I got to know Peter and others in his family. Ned, his brother is the first person you see when you enter the restaurant and probably the last as you leave. He is so gracious as the man in the front of the house.
Freelance is always busy! It opened in 1989, made the huge success which continues now in 2014. Many nights we would go and there were lines out the door.
It is quite small which only adds to the charm. You also feel so special if you can even try to sit right at the bar. It is simple and classic elegance. Art Deco décor is the design here. There are always beautiful art like flower arrangements.
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Not only do the flowers look like pieces of art, the food does too!.
Bacon classic Caesar
Onion soup
Wild mushroom ravioli
Crisp brie stuffed chicken breast served with spinach and mushrooms
Steak with herb butter
Jumbo coconut shrimp with sauce
Any of the desserts are 5 star....
You will come back for everything including the desserts!
If you come a little early on a Saturday or Sunday, you can go through the cute shops and then get in line for the 5pm open. Wow what a day to enjoy....
August 21, 2023
