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    4.4 (30 reviews)

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    Paella Valenciana (saffron Arborio, clams, mussels, shrimp, scallops, chicken, chorizo)
    Lailah J.

    Nyack, NY - the dining scene in Nyack keeps getting better and better. I've been anticipating the opening of Olar Meu for a while, as it is the new restaurant by the owners of the highly regarded Olar Noso in Northvale NJ, and am pleased to report the food is as sensational as expected! The well-curated and balanced menu is focused on Spanish/Mediterranean dishes and tapas, all expertly prepared with quality ingredients. I genuinely loved everything. We ordered fried calamari misto (fantastic!), bacalao croquettes, polenta crostini, and Olar salad (simple but delicious) to start. For our mains, the paella Valenciana and mariscada salsa verde were profuse with fresh seafood - and the mussels and clams were delightfully fat and plump. The grilled skirt steak, which we requested medium rare, was perfectly cooked. Complimentary garlic herb crostini is brought to the table, and we were given fresh crusty-chewy rosemary focaccia bread brushed with olive oil as well. We were too stuffed to go for dessert but I think the offerings were a molten lava cake, vanilla panacotta, a cheesecake of some sort, and caramel flan. The owner was there and came around to greet everyone. They are currently doing a soft opening so there's no liquor license yet, and it's cash only right now, but everything seems so well run already. This is a true foodie destination, especially for Rockland. Highly recommended and a hearty 5 stars!

    Joe R.

    My wife and I visited the new Olar Meu in Nyack for Valentine's Day, and had a really great meal. Bottom line: it's really great. Had a terrific meal at a surprisingly reasonable price given the amount of food we got. We're lucky to have Olar in Nyack, adding another top-line restaurant right next to the iconic Hudson House. I'm a terrible food blogger and a worse food photographer, but here goes: The biggest deal to me was getting authentic Paella in Nyack -- or really, anywhere in Rockland. I spent a summer in Spain as a high school kid, and have never forgotten how great true Paella is when it captures the tastes of both brine and saffron. Too many times I've been disappointed by "paella" that's really just "spanish rice" -- no brine, no saffron, just rice with some spices in it. But Olar's Paella is the real deal, perfectly cooked and bursting with flavor. It was wonderful and really took me back. The other dishes were also very good, including some tapas: The grilled octopus was really tender and tasty. You always risk a rubbery texture with octopus, but this was perfect. A highlight! The mushrooms with burrata was delicious. Anytime you heat burrata you lose some of the texture, and it becomes more like melted mozzarella. But who doesn't love melted mozzarella, particularly paired with a garlicky assortment of mushrooms. Really good. The Cod croquettes were crispy and light and yummy, and the sauce had just enough bit. But like lots of tapas you're better off ordering them if you have more of a group -- four croquettes for two people was a little more food than we needed. Finally, we had the panna cotta for dessert, which was really good. If panna cotta is on the menu, I get it, so this was a particular treat that they offered it. Also, service was great, very friendly, and the space, which is not nearly finished, showed promises of what it's going to become. They don't have a liquor license, which meant a dry dinner (and you can't byob), but that was fine. Some people might want to wait until they can pair some wine and sangria with their meals, though. Again, the bottom line is that it was great, and a really powerful addition to the dining scene. We had enough food that we took home lunch for the next day (Paella is a surprisingly good takeout food!). Really happy they're here.

    Paella

    For my bday, on NYE, it was fabulous! Cash only. I love that Miguel is present and part of this crew. The stuffed dates, calamari, eggplant meatballs, all DELICIOUS! As was all pictured below!

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    Great food, great service. Excellent location for an office party, they can easily accommodate large groups.

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    Food was delicious and it was a fun atmosphere. Service was very pleasant and the owner was engaging.

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    The food is so different than the regular fare. The staff is very attentive and professional.

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    Just had the best dinner. Started with the Tapas and drinks and then went o to some delicious pasta dishes.

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    Terrific food and ambience. Some of the best dishes we've had in a long time...ask for Giovanni

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    9 months ago

    What an amazing dinner we had..The service was perfect and the food was delicious,. .. We highly recommend the Olar in Nyack.

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    Delicious paella and sangria. Wonderful service and great atmosphere. Will definitely be back..

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    What a treat! My…read morefriend and I grabbed an early dinner for the first time at The Pier, it won't be the last time. We started our dinner with a shared plate of fried calamari. The calamari was tender and the coating was crispy. A perfect appetizer. I enjoyed, a delicious meal of Littleneck Clam Linguine, which I've been talking about ever since. My partner dined on the fresh fish of the day and thoroughly enjoyed his meal as well. Everyone we came in contact with, from the gracious woman who seated us to Beth our helpful and friendly server made us feel welcome. Can't wait to return.

    Friday night- place was crowded. It was my first time eating here.I've been wanting to try it for…read morea while. I thought it was an order at the counter and then find a seat restaurant so I was disappointed when they said there were reservations and they couldn't accommodate our party of two. When I had looked on the website, there was no place to make a reservation so I was surprised by this. I wish it had been more clear. Additionally, there was a sign to inform customers that the prices on the menu would be higher due to increased costs. The staff was friendly and asked if we wanted to order takeout instead- which we did. However, one of the reasons I chose this place was because I thought it was a casual counter style restaurant, that would have lower prices. I do realize seafood is expensive, but I would've chosen a seafood restaurant that would allow us to sit down. We ordered lobster rolls Connecticut style. They were fantastic and crabcakes, which were full of crab. The food was 5 stars but the lack of info about reservations coupled with the increased prices is 3 stars so I am settling on 4 stars. This restaurant is good as long as you know to make reservations and expect higher prices.

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    I absolutely loved this restaurant, from the beautiful decor to the welcoming staff and hands-on…read moreowner/chef who goes out of his way to personally connect with guests while serving outstanding food. Every detail feels thoughtfully considered, even down to the rare perk of convenient parking in Nyack and a check that clearly shows a discounted cash price. I ordered the special: black ink fettuccine with lobster tail, scallops, and shrimp. While the lobster was slightly overcooked, everything else was scrumptious- honestly "mm good" and "magically delicious." Even the bread stood out, served with a fantastic dipping sauce. And the drinks? Absolutely nailed it. To top it all off, there was a live musician playing soft music (not to be confused with "muzak" adding yet another layer to an already wonderful dining experience. The owner truly hasn't missed a thing. Thank you for a wonderful dining experience Dolce Vita. I will definitely see you soon.

    wildy popular little restaurant in Nyack…read more came here for the first time on Saturday night with a reservation and it was packed. every table was filled and every seat at the bar was taken. food was delicious and service was good. imaginative and tasty drinks. full menu with many choices and daily specials. definitely recommend and will return again.

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    A cozy and stylish spot with great food, drinks and a welcoming vibe ..
    A cozy and stylish spot with great food, drinks and a welcoming vibe ..
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    Large group friendly
    Hipster vibe

    10/10 for the server Fiona!!! Amazing customer service and attitude. She would be the reason I come…read moreback because the manager is the reason I never return. The manger has a horrible attitude, and the worst customer service. 0/10 would recommend. Promote Fiona to manager because she is amazing, this manager needs to be let go, she'll be the reason the place closes sadly. Great food and drinks though!!!! I would recommend everything except interacting with the female management.

    Gyuzo Japanese BBQ really is a fun experience. We ate plenty, enjoyed it all, and... my son learned…read morehow to grill. We opted for the Essentials package this time. While I do love the duck breast and lamb chops included with the Classic package, we all felt Essentials was enough for this visit. Celia was our waitress. While things were a little slow getting started, once our first order went in, the food started flying out. Everything we ordered throughout the evening arrived much faster than it did on my previous visit. The menu makes it sound like they'll throttle you to only a couple of items at a time, but that really wasn't our experience. We were consistently able to order several items per person, so there was always something on the grill, more food on the way, and plenty to keep us chomping away. Our favorites this time? The top blade, brisket, hanger steak, pork belly, and even the salmon ceviche, which was surprisingly refreshing between rounds of grilled meat. We did have a couple of hiccups, but Celia was eager to make things right. After we received the wrong shrimp twice, she took it upon herself to get the manager involved. They tracked down the correct shrimp and brought it out. Thanks! Speaking of the manager, Andy was terrific. After another unpleasantry at our table, he came over and sincerely apologized several times. It was obvious he genuinely wanted to make things right. After we took a quick selfie together, he got us with a few complimentary cocktails. I have to say, anything here with cucumber in it is delicious here. Super refreshing. By the end of the meal, my son was a fluent griller and even said he liked Gyuzo more than the other all-you-can-eat BBQ places we've visited. That's about as good an endorsement as I can give. We'll certainly be back.

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    Warm apple galette
    Warm apple galette
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