Fresno

Concept of Restaurant: New American with European sensibility

Decor: Airy contemporary bistro décor. A long line of sleek upholstered banquettes line one wall; French doors to a landscaped terrace line another where outdoors, dining under a pergola is available. The dining room is decorated in muted tones. A zinc-topped bar completes the look.

Co-owners: Michael Nolan was once the owner and general manager of The Miracle Bar & Grill in New York City, where celebrity chef Bobby Flay got his start. David Loewenberg, widely regarded as one of the East End’s top restaurateurs, is also co-owner of red/bar brasserie in Southampton and sole-owner of The Beacon in Sag Harbor.

Executive Chef: Gretchen Menser

Popular Appetizers: Lobster salad with crème fraiche, navel oranges, citrus, avocado and basil ($16); thinly sliced Serrano ham with monchego, flame grapes and micro greens ($12)
Popular Entrees: Fresno cataplana with shrimp, mussels, littlenecks and fluke in a spicy tomato broth ($27); Roast Long Island duck breast with sautéed spinach, celery root-sweet potato puree and roasted garlic-cherry vinaigrette ($27)
Signature Dish: Sautéed black sea bass with fennel, beets, blood orange and faro ($28)
Signature Dessert: Warm Vahlrona chocolate cake with Nutella-fluff center and hazelnut
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Additional Comments: Fresno places a strong emphasis on its wine selection hosting wine dinners throughout the year. Fresno is a Wine Spectator Award winner.