The Nest

The Nest is finding its groove! Unchanged are the great staff, many of whom have been at the previous Pietro’s on the River for years. What’s new is the chef, Richard Drousche, the menu and the owners, Janeen and Bill MacLean, all dedicated to ensuring an unparalleled dining experience. There is a prix fixe menu for $49 consisting of salad, entree and dessert. Two of us had the frutti di mare, able to accommodate with gluten free pasta, with huge shrimp and diced clam in a light tomato cream sauce. One of us had the 5 oz filet mignon, tender and with julienne vegetables, and boursin mashed potatoes, very tasty! We passed around the coconut cake, bread pudding and fudge brownie a la mode for a sweet ending. There is a new cocktail menu but wine was in our minds. The wine list is small but well chosen. Another great dish is the blackened snapper with cheese grits and Tasso ham gravy. The bottom line is that the owners, chef and staff will bend over backward to deliver a great meal in a chic but understated ambience with a great sunset view.