![]() ![]() For the salad enthusiast, try the Irish Farmhouse variety with country ham, eggs, beets and cheddar cheese with an Irish cream dressing. Other appetizers range from artichoke spinach dip, New York Style Wings, and steamed mussels. We enjoyed coconut shrimp encrusted with panko crumbs and coconut and served with Asian slaw and chili sauce. Chipotle aioli and black bean corn salsa shared the plate. Chicken breast with mesquite seasoning and a julienne of vegetables were rolled into an eggroll wrapper and fried. Santa Fe Chicken Rolls was a taste of the southwest. Coarsely chopped bits of potato added a hearty texture to this classic Irish soup. This rich potage was great for the cool days to come. Served with house made brown bread and butter, it was a meal in itself. To get into the Irish mood, we started with a thick and delicious potato and leek soup, a special of the day. Starters included chicken quesadillas, The Bank Nachos, and Santa Fe Chicken Rolls with a Latin flair, chicken pot stickers for an Asian flavor and hummus for a taste of the Mid East. As I perused the menu and had difficulty making choices, I remembered a saying I had heard, "Why say OR when you can say AND," and I proceeded to taste several dishes. Here, the menu includes many traditional Irish dishes as well as popular American and international selections. When I think of a pub, bar food comes to mind. ![]() "His dishes are the result of a caring chef. I especially enjoy preparing sauces, soups and desserts. As members of the Scarsdale community, we felt there was a need for our type of dining venue and thus, Irish Bank Bar and Restaurant was born." Leading the kitchen is Chef Emmet Manning. Some of my favorite menu items are our homemade brown bread and New York style wings and chicken curry. We welcome families and have a kids menu, as well. Regan said, "I always worked in restaurants in Ireland and London and I enjoy getting to know our guests. The upper level is well appointed with its own bar and is suitable for parties. Carved wood shelves display memorabilia of Irish banking history. The dark woods and deep red upholstered leather seats are encrusted with nail heads. The main level has bar seating and high tables, as well as comfortable booths that have a private feel because of their high backs. Theresa Regan describes their spot as "a friendly fun filled dining spot, where our guests can enjoy a varied meal in a relaxed atmosphere." Adrian Regan designed the warm duplex space. The owners are Scarsdale residents Theresa and Adrian Regan. I've never visited Ireland, but if the food and ambiance at The Irish Bank Bar and Restaurant is an example of the Irish style of eating, it would certainly be worth a culinary exploration. Situated across the street from the Hartsdale train station, it is an ideal location. The newest addition to the Hartsdale dining scene is The Irish Bank Bar and Restaurant, which opened at the space that housed Harry's for many years. How pleased I was to find a family friendly spot offering some very tasty dishes, many Irish in origin. I hesitated to try it because I don't generally frequent bars. Upon seeing the awning announcing the opening of Irish Bank Bar and Restaurant, I discovered, you can't tell a book by its cover. ![]()
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