Bites Nearby: Comfort Food With Eclectic Twists at Gracie's

Overview: is comfortable and familiar --  like dinner at grandma's house.

Drinks: A full bar is available both in the lounge and in the dining room.

Appetizers: A diverse appetizer menu includes classics like Shrimp Cocktail ($10.95), Chicken Wings ($6.95), Baked Clams ($6.50), and Fried Fresh Mozzarella ($7.95) but also unique oddities like Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce ($6.95), Baked Brie ($7.95), Seafood Nachos ($10.95) and Deviled Eggs ($3.50).

Manhattan Clam Chowder, Soup du Jour ($2.75 for a cup, $3.50 for a bowl) and French Onion Soup ($4.95) are also available.

Entrees: Entrees choices are a bit less eclectic and include Baked Meatloaf ($13.95), Yankee Pot Roast ($14.95), Grilled Shell Steak ($21.95), Grilled Bourbon BBQ Pork Chops ($17.95), Chicken Pot Pie ($12.95), Oven Roast Duck ($21.95), Grilled Tequila Shrimp ($18.95) and Cedar-Planked Salmon ($18.95) -- all served with salad, potato of the day and fresh garden vegetables.

Three pasta dishes are also available -- Lasagna Rollatini ($14.95), Lobster Ravioli ($18.95) and Penne Ala Vodka ($12.95) -- and are served with a salad.

Desserts: Desserts are all home-made and "served on a single plate with as many forks as you'd like for sharing!" Bread Pudding ($5.50), Gracie's Original Cheesecake ($5.50) and Apple Pie ala Mode ($4.95) are the classics, with a Frozen Double Chocolate Mousse Terrine ($5.95) for the more adventurous.

Service: Friendly and welcoming -- just like grandma would be.

Signature Dish: Comfort food classics and Gracie's Chicken Marsala ($17.95)

Address: Broadway & Prince Road, Rocky Point, Ny 11778

Cost: $-$$