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Little Dean’s
- 8 N Broadway, Nyack, NY 10960

Oyster bar restaurant, Cocktail bar ★4.0·$10–20

8 N Broadway, Nyack, NY 10960, USA

4.0
Amazing place! We came in time for happy hour and had drinks, $1 oysters, and a few other happy hour dishes. They were all delicious! The bartender Julie was wonderful, quick and attentive even though it was getting busy. We will definitely be back! - J. B.
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$10–20 per person Reported by 0 people$10–20

Little Dean’s Introduce

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Introduction / Overview: Little Dean’s – Nyack’s Premier Seafood and Cocktail Destination

For New Yorkers seeking a dining experience that combines high-quality seafood, inventive cocktails, and a genuinely chic atmosphere, **Little Dean’s** in Nyack, NY, stands out as a must-visit destination. This establishment is not just a **Seafood restaurant**; it’s an elegant **Oyster bar restaurant** and a stylish **Cocktail bar**, offering a unique blend of coastal cuisine and sophisticated nightlife in Rockland County.

Little Dean’s creates an atmosphere that is both **Upscale** and **Cozy**, with a **Romantic** and **Trendy** vibe that makes it perfect for a date night or a fun evening out with **Groups**. What further sets it apart is the business’s identity: it proudly **Identifies as women-owned**, contributing to the diversity of the local dining scene. This commitment to an inclusive environment is also reflected in its designation as an **LGBTQ+ friendly** and **Transgender safespace**.

The culinary focus is on fresh, well-executed seafood, featuring a superb **Raw Bar** and creative takes on coastal favorites. Even those who are "not a huge fish or oyster fan" have been "pleasantly surprised" by the menu’s quality and delicious variety. Complimenting the food is a fantastic beverage program, featuring a **Great beer selection**, **Great cocktails**, and a **Great wine list**.

Known for **Fast service** and incredible staff—like Miles and Julie, who are frequently praised for being attentive, friendly, and fun—Little Dean’s ensures every visit is an exceptional one. **Dinner reservations recommended** is a good tip, indicating its popularity as a top-tier Nyack eatery.

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Location and Accessibility: A Prime Spot on North Broadway

Little Dean’s is situated on North Broadway in Nyack, placing it in a sought-after area known for its vibrant mix of shops, galleries, and dining establishments, making it highly accessible for residents throughout the New York metropolitan area.

The specific location is: 8 N Broadway, Nyack, NY 10960, USA. This address positions the restaurant near the heart of the village's dining action, ensuring ease of arrival for both locals and those visiting Nyack.

The restaurant is fully committed to guest comfort and access, featuring a **Wheelchair accessible entrance**, **Wheelchair accessible restroom**, and **Wheelchair accessible seating**. For parking, the area offers the typical downtown Nyack options, including a **Paid parking lot** and **Paid street parking** nearby.

Its desirable location and attention to accessibility contribute significantly to its profile as an excellent choice for a planned dinner or spontaneous visit.

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Services Offered: Elevated Dining and Everyday Convenience

Little Dean’s offers a versatile range of services, catering to everything from upscale dining to convenient at-home enjoyment:

  • Dine-in: Experience the full, upscale atmosphere with **Table service**, comfortable **Seating**, and a full **Bar onsite**.
  • Reservations: **Accepts reservations**, with **Dinner reservations recommended** due to high demand.
  • Delivery & Takeout: Convenient **Delivery** and **Takeout** options are available for those who prefer to dine at home.
  • Dining Options: Serving **Brunch**, **Lunch**, **Dinner**, and **Dessert**.
  • Catering: Offers **Catering** services, allowing you to bring their acclaimed seafood and unique flavors to your private events.
  • Family & Kids: The restaurant is **Good for kids**, providing **High chairs** and a dedicated **Kids' menu**.
  • Pet-Friendly: **Dogs allowed outside** when utilizing their outdoor dining space.

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Features / Highlights: Cocktails, Culture, and Cuisine

The exceptional appeal of Little Dean’s is built upon a foundation of excellent food, strong hospitality, and unique features that create a memorable experience:

  • Happy Hour Specials: Highly popular for their **Happy hour drinks** and **Happy hour food**, including coveted **$1 oysters** (as mentioned in customer reviews), offering great value.
  • Exceptional Beverage Program: Boasts a **Great beer selection**, **Great cocktails**, and a **Great wine list**. The bar offers a wide range of choices, including **Alcohol**, **Hard liquor**, and specialty beverages.
  • Live Music: Features **Live music**, which patrons have called "incredible," adding a vibrant and engaging element to the dining atmosphere.
  • Serves Local Specialty & Fresh Seafood: Focuses on fresh, high-quality seafood, including its signature **Raw Bar** offerings, highlighting local, quality ingredients.
  • Atmosphere & Crowd: The vibe is **Romantic**, **Trendy**, and **Upscale**, attracting a diverse crowd including **Groups**, **Family-friendly** diners, and those seeking a cozy spot.
  • Inclusivity: Proudly **Identifies as women-owned** and maintains a welcoming environment, designated as **LGBTQ+ friendly** and a **Transgender safespace**.
  • Service Excellence: Noted for **Fast service** and exceptionally **attentive, friendly** staff, ensuring a comfortable and well-cared-for experience.
  • Dietary Options: Offers **Vegetarian options** and focuses on **Organic dishes**, catering to different preferences.

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What is Worth Choosing: Signature Seafood and Surprise Hits

While the entire menu at Little Dean’s is known for its quality, there are several key items and categories that are particularly **worth choosing** to experience the best of this Nyack gem.

A visit is incomplete without sampling the **Raw Bar**. The **OYSTERS + CAVIAR (3)** and the daily **DAYBOAT CEVICHE** are perfect for experiencing the freshness of their seafood. If you arrive during their popular Happy Hour, the **$1 oysters** are a definite highlight and a great value.

For appetizers, or **Simples**, the **WARM PITA + BAKED CRAB DIP** is a comforting, savory choice. Seafood lovers should try the **CRISPY CALAMARI** or the adventurous **WARM PICKLED OCTOPUS** from the Raw Bar section.

In the **Mores** section, the daily **FISH OF THE MOMENT** is always an excellent choice, showcasing the kitchen’s freshest catch and expertise. The **BABY COD FISH AND CHIPS** is a perfect choice for classic comfort food. A notable customer favorite, even for non-seafood enthusiasts, is the reported "whitefish tacos," described as the **best he’s ever had**—a strong indication of the kitchen’s ability to execute a variety of dishes flawlessly.

Don't overlook the land-based menu items. The **LITTLE DEAN BURGER** and **STEAK FRITES** are available, proving they offer high-quality options beyond the sea. Even simple sides, like the **sauce** on a reported **chicken potato dish**, are lauded as **mind-blowing**, demonstrating the skill in the kitchen.

End your meal with one of their memorable desserts, such as the **HONEY AND BOURBON SOAKED BREAD PUDDING** for a rich, warming finish.

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Contact Information

To enjoy Nyack’s premier seafood, cocktail, and dining experience at Little Dean’s, here is the essential contact information:

  • Address: 8 N Broadway, Nyack, NY 10960, USA
  • Phone: (845) 203-0500

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Little Dean’s Menu

  • Raw Bar

  • OYSTERS + CAVIAR (3) $14.00

    HORSERADISH CREAM/ SMOKED TROUT ROE

  • SHRIMP COCKTAIL $14.00

    BLOODY MARY COCKTAIL SAUCE

  • BAKED OYSTERS ROCKEFELLER $14.00

    SPINACH/SCALLION/FONTINA

  • STUFFED CLAMS CASINO $14.00

    PORK BELLY/BREADCRUMB/FRESH HERBS

  • SALMON TWO WAYS $14.00

    HOUSE GRAVLAX/TARTARE/SMOKED TROUT ROE

  • TUNA TARTARE BRUSCHETTA $14.00

    GRILLED SESAME BAGUETTE/GINGER VINAIGRETTE/SAFFRON AIOLI

  • DAYBOAT CEVICHE $14.00

    RED ONION/CILANTRO/CUCUMBER/LIME

  • TODAY'S TINNED FISH $14.00

    CRUDITE /PICKLED HOT PEPPERS/CHILE CRUNCH

  • WARM PICKLED OCTOPUS $14.00

    PICKLED ONION/SHERRY VINEGAR/OREGANO

  • Simples

  • WARM PITA + BAKED CRAB DIP $12.00

    BECHAMEL/Cheddar BREADCRUMB

  • CRUNCHY FARM SALAD $12.00
  • WHOLE GRILLED SARDINES $12.00

    OLIVE OIL/SEA SALT/LEMON/OREGANO

  • CHOWDER DU JOUR $12.00
  • SMOTHERED JUMBO WINGS $12.00

    HOUSE MADE BBQ/HOUSE MADE RANCH

  • CRISPY CALAMARI $12.00

    LEMON/REMOULADE

  • Veggies

  • ROASTED BRUSSELS SPROUTS $10.00

    SMOKED GOUDA FONDUE / BREADCRUMB

  • CARAMELIZED CAULIFLOWER $10.00

    SUNFLOWER SEED VINAIGRETTE

  • OLIVE OIL CARROTS $10.00

    FETA CHEESE/TOASTED ALMONDS/SUMAC

  • CHARRED BROCCOLI $10.00

    LENTILS/LEMON VINAIGRETTE

  • Mores

  • FISH OF THE MOMENT $25.00

    CREATED AND PREPARED DAILY

  • BABY COD FISH AND CHIPS $25.00

    HAND CUT FRIES/TARTAR SAUCE/CHILE VINEGAR

  • LITTLE DEAN BURGER $25.00

    HAND CUT FRIES/MELTED ONION/FONTINA CHEESE

  • STEAK FRITES $25.00

    HAND CUT FRIES/MYSTERY STEAK SAUCE

  • Sweets

  • SOFT CHOCOLATE CAKE $8.00

    VANILLA BEAN ICE CREAM

  • HONEY AND BOURBON SOAKED BREAD PUDDING $8.00

    CINNAMON WHIPPED CREAM

Little Dean’s Details

  • From the business

  • Identifies as women-owned
  • Service options

  • Delivery
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in
  • Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Great wine list
  • Live music
  • Serves local specialty
  • Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining
  • Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating
  • Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Happy hour drinks
  • Happy hour food
  • Hard liquor
  • Organic dishes
  • Small plates
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine
  • Dining options

  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service
  • Amenities

  • Bar onsite
  • Gender-neutral restroom
  • Restroom
  • Atmosphere

  • Cozy
  • Romantic
  • Trendy
  • Upscale
  • Crowd

  • Family-friendly
  • Groups
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Transgender safespace
  • Planning

  • Dinner reservations recommended
  • Accepts reservations
  • Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards
  • Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu
  • Parking

  • Paid parking lot
  • Paid street parking
  • Pets

  • Dogs allowed outside

Little Dean’s Photos

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Little Dean’s Location

Little Dean’s

8 N Broadway, Nyack, NY 10960, USA

Little Dean’s Reviews

An average rating of ★4.4 from 417 user reviews.

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