Gracie's

A great local find. The food was wonderful. The crispy Brussels were awesome and the fried shrimp was so big and filling. Will be going back often to try the rest of the menu. The drink specials were great as well. Great atmosphere, plenty of seating and spa e. Looking forward to dining outside here when it's warmer.

Wanted to take a quick minute to discuss this restaurant in downtown Middletown. I've been several times over the years. It has now reopened, after closing due to Covid, as mostly a patio dining experience. They now has a QR code for ordering, BUT you can get table service if you request it. They have reduced their menu to accommodate for having less staff, but the food quality is as good as ever. I highly recommend the Chicken Marsala and the Skewer Trio. Their Brussel Sprouts and Pimento Cheeseball appetizers are Gracie's classics. The new patio is charming and the perfect place to gather with friends or family. The bartenders are great and their new summer cocktails are fantastic and make for a perfect Girls Night Out.

Just the other evening, I agreed with my intuition and made Gracie's my destination. My experience at Gracie's was even more satisfying than I had anticipated. Gracie's had been on my list of Want To Go places and NOW Gracie's is on my list of Want To Go Back places. On my way to Gracie's, I wondered what they had for appetizers and I was thinking of deviled eggs. I also had been craving scallops for some time but I also like other seafood and all kinds of fish. Much to my surprise Gracie's had both deviled eggs and scallops as appetizers. I ordered both and made these my dinner that night. When I go back for dinner, I will choose from their variety of thoughtful menu selections. Some of these tasteful, hearty entrees include prime ribs, gnocchi potatoes, shrimp and fish. The deviled eggs were full of flavor from just the right amount of diced jalapenos and topped with real bacon. The pan seared scallops (an appetizer of three huge scallops) were served with a delicious sauce on a plate that was artistically prepared. I ate the blackberry on top before I took a picture but Gracie's owner gladly provided another blackberry because it deserved an as presented picture. Gracie's is easy to find, centrally located in downtown Middletown. Gracie's has a warm ambiance atmosphere, is tastefully decorated, with a variety of seating including the cozy type. Gracie's prepares food to perfection and excellent presentation.

First visit to Gracie's and very impressed with food, service (Angela and Scott at the bar) and the great look and feel of the place. I would have given it 5-Stars, but it was just our visit, we'll have to see how the next visit goes and if they can maintain the same standards. If you enjoy find new gems, this is one that needs to be on your radar.