<div class="tldr">Chef Ana Rivera opened a seafood bistro on Orchard Street on May 30. The 38-seat restaurant brings a focused seafood menu to the Lower East Side.</div>
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<li>Chef Ana Rivera is the chef-owner.</li>
<li>The restaurant opened on May 30, 2024.</li>
<li>Located at 164 Orchard St., Lower East Side.</li>
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Chef Ana Rivera's new seafood bistro began service on May 30 at 164 Orchard Street. Rivera is known for her work at West Village's Bar Maré and brings an East Coast style menu. The bistro is open for dinner six nights a week, with lunch planned later.
The menu emphasizes local seafood and minimalist presentations. Dishes include Montauk fluke crudo, grilled littleneck clams, and a lobster roll. Prices for main courses range from $24 to $38. There is a small raw bar and rotating oysters.
Seating is limited to 38 guests in a narrow, brick-walled dining room. A nine-seat bar offers full-service dining and a short list of cocktails. Rivera says she plans to introduce a weekend brunch menu by late summer.
The restaurant accepts reservations online and by phone. Walk-ins are available at the bar, space permitting. Rivera notes that the bistro does not offer delivery or takeout at this time.
<h2>Frequently Asked Questions</h2>
<h2>What are the hours and reservation policies?</h2>
<p>The bistro is open Tuesday to Sunday, 5 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Reservations can be made online or by phone. Walk-ins are accepted at the bar, but seating is limited.</p>
<h2>Is there a focus on sustainable seafood?</h2>
<p>Chef Ana Rivera sources seafood from regional suppliers emphasizing sustainability. The menu notes the origin of key ingredients. Rivera says she works with local fisheries when possible.</p>
<h2>Does the restaurant accommodate dietary restrictions?</h2>
<p>The menu lists common allergens, and staff can discuss modifications for shellfish or gluten allergies. Vegetarian options are minimal. Vegan diners should check availability with the kitchen in advance.</p>