Nicholas James Bistro, Merrick

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Executive Chef Kevin's imaginative menus, together with his careful preparation and exquisite presentation of dishes, make dining at Nicholas James Bistro a delicious adventure. With your health and pleasure in mind, Kevin tends to forgo heavy cream in his recipes, and favors lighter and more natural flavors that result from using stock reductions in his dishes. Signature dishes range from a delightful California Baby Green Salad, made with white doughnut peaches, crumbled goat cheese, croutons, sprouts, Roma tomatoes and raspberry-balsamic vinaigrette, to his Roasted Honey-Lacquered Duck and his Scallopine of Ostrich. In addition to the menu's attractive regular offerings, Nicholas James Bistro features ever-changing and exciting daily specials. General Manager Baldassare Pipitone has carefully assembled an extensive wine list that includes imported and domestic selections for all tastes and pocketbooks. The restaurant has a full liquor license, and happily offers you your choice of beverages. The casual and attractive 2-level dining room is comfortable for dining and for private parties. Nicholas James Bistro's energetic Staff is eager to please you. The restaurant also offers widely acclaimed on and off-premises catering services for all occasions.