Bites Nearby: Steaks, Seafood and Seasonal Menus at DEKS American Restaurant

Overview: : Named for the three brothers behind the restaurant, Dean, Eric and Kevin Scott, delivers comfort food and some steakhouse favorites in the historic J. Hallock house, which dates back to 1825.

Decor: A no-frills dining room  is comfortable and family friendly. The bar area -- including a number of tables -- offers a more-casual alternative.

The Drinks: With a focus on craft beer -- 12 rotating taps -- and high-end spirits, DEKS offers one of Rocky Points most diverse drinking experiences. The wine list is limited.

Appetizers: Seafood dominates the appetizer offerings, including Baked Clams ($6.95), Steamed Mussels ($12.95), Crab Cakes ($11.95) and Oysters on the Half Shell ($9 for a half dozen, $17 for a full dozen).  Not in the mood for fish? There are standard Mozzarella Sticks ($5.95) and Marinated Steak Tips ($7.95)

Soups, including French Onion ($7.50) and Beef Barley Mushroom ($2.95/cup and $4.95/crock) and assorted salads ($5- 12.95) round out the first-course options.

Entrees: Steak lovers will enjoy a variety of cuts -- from the 10 oz. Boneless Shell Steak ($20.95) to the 20 oz. Bone-in Shell Steak ($24.95) to the 26 oz. Porterhouse ($31.95). Steaks come marinated or blackened for an additional $1.50.

Carnivores can also opt for Baby Back Ribs ($21.95) or  Chicken Cordon Bleu ($21.95) and Honeyed Walnut Chicken ($21.95).

Seafood options are plentiful, headlined by Codfish Fillet ($20.95), which can be prepared with butter and lemon, garlic and herbs or fried. Other dishes from the sea include Rosemary Beer-Battered Fish & Chips ($21.95), Codfish Francaise ($21.95) and Grilled Filet of Salmon ($21.95). All entrees come with choice of potato and vegetable of the day.

The Scott brothers also offer seasonally themed menus including the current Mardi Gras/Cajunfest menu, which offered tastes of Louisiana like Blackened Alligator ($7.95), Crawfish Boil ($7.95), Gumbo ($7.95) and Duck and Andoulle Jambalaya ($23.95).

Desserts: Various cakes, pies and other desserts are available, including Sweet Potato Pecan Pie ($6),  Bananas Foster ($7.50), Chocolate Outrage Cake ($5), Dark Chocolate Mousse ($4.50) and Rice Pudding ($3.25) offer a variety of options and price points.

Service: Friendly and down-to-earth -- and always prompt.

Signature Dish: Big steaks and a variety of seafood

Address: 605 Route 25a, Rocky Point, NY 11778

Cost: $$-$$$