Prohibition River Introduce
Welcome to Prohibition River, a gem nestled in the heart of Nyack, New York. Established as an upscale pub and restaurant, this Hudson Valley Bistro has quickly become a local favorite for those seeking a unique and high-quality dining and drinking experience. With a strong focus on "craft food and beverages," Prohibition River prides itself on offering fresh, scratch-made food alongside an extensive and thoughtfully curated drink menu. It’s more than just a restaurant; it’s a friendly neighborhood spot where you can relax, enjoy great company, and savor dishes made with passion. The inviting atmosphere—casual, cozy, and trendy all at once—makes it perfect for a variety of occasions, from a casual weeknight dinner to a major private celebration.
Since opening its doors, Prohibition River has committed to a philosophy of doing things "a little bit differently, a little bit better." This dedication is evident in every detail, from the hand-ground and blended meat for their fresh burgers to the house-made sauces, dressings, pickles, and even ketchup. When you dine here, you're not just getting a meal; you're experiencing a commitment to local excellence and culinary craftsmanship right here in New York's Hudson Valley region.
Prohibition River is perfectly situated in the vibrant downtown area of Nyack, a diverse, creative hub on the banks of the mighty Hudson River. Nyack is known for its walkable downtown, offering an array of shopping, dining, and arts.
The restaurant's physical location is easy to find for anyone traveling through the area:
82 Main St, Nyack, NY 10960, USA
For our New York area patrons, accessibility is a key convenience. The location is equipped to welcome everyone, with full accessibility features including:
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot (Paid parking lot available, in addition to free and paid street parking options)
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Guests planning a visit will find a number of convenient parking options, including free street parking, paid street parking, and a paid parking lot nearby. The central location on Main Street makes it an ideal stop while exploring the village of Nyack, whether you are a local resident or a tourist enjoying the Hudson River area.
Prohibition River offers a comprehensive array of services to accommodate various dining preferences and event needs. Their operational model is designed for convenience and comfort, ensuring that whether you're dining in or taking out, your experience is seamless.
- Dine-in: Enjoy the full experience in their spacious and family-friendly dining room with table service.
- Takeout and Delivery: Convenient options are available, including no-contact delivery, to enjoy the craft food and drink experience from the comfort of your home.
- Private Dining and Events: The second-floor dining room and bar, known as Rose Hall, is an ideal space for a private party or corporate event. The space can accommodate various functions and the staff can custom-tailor the menu to your needs.
- Catering: Full catering services are offered for your private events, ensuring the same high quality of food and drink is delivered off-site.
- Reservations: The restaurant accepts reservations, making planning for groups or a busy evening straightforward.
- Dining Options: They serve Brunch, Lunch, and Dinner, offering different menus to cover your appetite throughout the day.
- Bar Service: A full bar is available onsite, featuring an extensive selection of cocktails, beer, hard liquor, and wine.
- Late-Night Food: For those seeking a late bite, late-night food options are also available.
Prohibition River distinguishes itself from other local establishments through a set of unique features that focus on quality and customer experience:
- Extensive Craft Beverage Selection: The bar boasts one of the largest selections of craft beer and whiskey in the region, offering something for every enthusiast, including unique house cocktails and organic drink options.
- "Craft Food Meets Craft Drink": This is the restaurant’s guiding principle, ensuring that the food quality matches the sophistication of the beverage program. The menu features seasonal rotating items and daily specials.
- Scratch-Made Ingredients: A commitment to freshness and quality is key. They grind and blend their own meat for burgers, and all sauces, dressings, pickles, ketchup, and desserts are made in-house from scratch.
- Acclaimed Burgers and Sandwiches: Noted for their superb quality, the burger options include the signature Prohibition River burger with molten beer cheese and Guinness-braised short rib, and the popular Classic Burger.
- Specialty Small Plates: The menu features creative and comforting small plates like the Grilled Cheese Shots (with tomato bisque), Short Rib Quesadilla, and Buffalo Cauliflower Bites, perfect for a quick bite or sharing.
- Family-Friendly Environment: Despite its trendy and upscale feel, the restaurant is explicitly family-friendly, offering a dedicated Kids' Menu, high chairs, and changing tables to accommodate families.
- Dietary Accommodations: The menu includes clear options for various dietary needs, with Vegan and Vegetarian options available. Guests are encouraged to inform the staff of any food allergies.
- Atmosphere: The setting is described as casual, cozy, and trendy, attracting a diverse crowd including college students, families, and groups, making it a comfortable and welcoming space for all.
- Dog-Friendly Outdoor Seating: For patrons with pets, dogs are allowed in the outdoor seating area.
- Focus on Local Offerings: The establishment prides itself on serving local specialties and highlights the best the Hudson Valley has to offer.
To plan your visit, make a reservation, or inquire about booking a private event, you can contact Prohibition River using the following details:
Address: 82 Main St, Nyack, NY 10960, USA
Phone: (845) 727-7900
When deciding what to try at Prohibition River, the menu offers a delightful mix of refined comfort food and unique creations. The focus on scratch-made quality means you can't go wrong, but a few dishes truly stand out for a full New York dining experience:
- The Prohibition River Burger: A house specialty, this burger exemplifies their craft approach, featuring molten beer cheese and Guinness Braised Shredded Short Rib, served on a Martin's Potato Roll with hand-cut fries and house-made pickles.
- Guinness Shirt Rib Stew: Found under the Main Street Dishes, this is a hearty and flavorful comfort food option, showcasing their use of quality ingredients and slow-cooked preparations.
- Grilled Cheese Shots: A highly popular small plate that offers a creative twist on a classic, served with a Roasted Garlic & Tomato Bisque for dipping.
- Short Rib Quesadilla: A rich and savory appetizer that features Guinness Braised Short Rib and Gruyere cheese, a perfect reflection of their upscale pub fare.
- Maple Glazed Salmon: For a lighter but equally flavorful main course, this option demonstrates their ability to execute excellent fish dishes, often highlighted in their Main Street offerings.
- Cocktails and Whiskey: Given their reputation, sampling one of the craft cocktails or exploring their vast whiskey selection is a must-do to complete the "craft drink" part of the experience.
Whether you're stopping by for a great lunch, a cozy dinner, or just an exceptional drink in a fantastic setting, Prohibition River is a standout destination in the Nyack and greater Hudson Valley dining scene.
Prohibition River Menu
Small Plates
- French Onion Soup $7.00
- Tomato Bisque $6.00
- Bacon Hummus $8.00
- Shells & Cheese $8.00
- Home Sweet Home Wings $13.00
Dry Spice Rubbed with White BBQ sauce
- Sriracha Glazed Wings $13.00
- Grilled Brussels Sprout Skewers $12.00
Thick cut Slab Bacon, Maple Bourbon Glaze
- Grilled Cheese Shots $10.00
- Short Rib Quesadilla $12.00
- Buffalo Cauliflower bites $10.00
- Poke Nachos $14.00
- Frizzled Green Beans $8.00
Burgers & Sandwiches
- Classic Burger $12.00
- Prohibition River $16.00
- The Cure Burger ( Just Like Heaven) $16.00
- Portobello & Black Bean Burger ( V) $13.00
- Classic French Dip $18.00
- Grilled Eggplant Gyro $14.00
- Southern Fried Chicken Sandwich $14.00
- Hells Bells Chicken Sandwich $15.00
- Chimichurri Chicken Sandwich $14.00
- CBR Cheesesteak $15.00
- Hook Line & Sinker Sandwich $16.00
The Vegetable Patch
- House Salad $8.00
- Beet & Apple Salad $12.00
- Harvest Quinoa Salad $12.00
- Add Grilled Chicken $6.00
- Add Roasted Salmon $10.00
Main Street Dishes
- Guinness Shirt Rib Stew $22.00
- Cowboy Ribeye $34.00
- Maple Glazed Salmon $24.00
- Classic Fish and Chips $24.00
- The Charleston Chicken $22.00
Prohibition River Details
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Serves local specialty
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Happy hour drinks
- Happy hour food
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Organic dishes
- Private dining room
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trendy
Crowd
- College students
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- Has changing table(s)
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
- Parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed outside
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★ 5★ 4★ 3★ 2★ 1Ok, there's quite a few places to eat around here, but I think we chose correctly with this one. First of all, they had us test the pancakes with maple bourbon? syrup. Sounds simple, but these were "dessert good". My hamburger you ask? Spot on! It was delicious. The wife had an awesome chicken sandwich. The kitchen staff here is awesome, and the wait staff was super friendly! Oh yeah...great french fries!
September 15 · Joe ZIf you are looking for an upscale feel with affordable prices and a wide menu selection, this is a great choice. We stopped in on a Saturday for brunch just based on the ambience and the menu. We had a great meal- especially the Prohibition Hash with short ribs! Very cute, very good food and great service- thanks Will :)
July 05 · Chris AldrichWe went there for dinner and were so impressed. For starters we had the Crab Schack Dip, Dominican Ceviche and the Black and Blue Wings. Each appetizer was better than the last. We then had the Steak Frites and Pork Chops and they were both sooo delicious!!! We thought we wouldn’t have room for dessert and we couldn’t resist! We had the crème brûlée and the apple egg rolls and oh my Gooseness!!! Chef Winston Thomas is brining the heat with the new additions and flavors! You definitely want to check this restaurant out. There is something for everyone! Our server Murphy was so sweet and patient. We couldn’t decide what we wanted because everything looks so yummy!! We are definitely going again!!
August 16 · Cindy Bautista-ThomasI absolutely LOVED this place! The food was very delicious, and the owner Dominick (I think that’s how you spell it) was an absolute dear and was super kind and inclusive! I would definitely recommend this place if you are stopping by.
May 20 · Gwynne MorrisSo me and my friend went here for a day out. We sat at the bar and the server was so nice. We have some ceveche and grilled cheese shots, lol it was a really nice experience!
September 26 · Brittany Wizner
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