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Revel Grand Opening This Summer

Restaurant slated to open between June 15 and July 15, according to owner Jim Doukas.

New restaurant Revel is expected to hit Garden City's restaurant scene this summer, according to owner Jim Doukas.

A grand opening is expected between June 15 and July 15 at 835 Franklin Avenue, former home of Viking Culinary Center.

"Revel will provide a dining experience with a focus on creative American cuisine inspired by global influences," Doukas said. "Revel allows our chefs to showcase their creativity and put a 'twist' on dishes with their knowledge and appreciation of global flavors."

Lunch, dinner and the weekend brunch menus will all offer "casual with a touch of comfort yet sophisticated dishes," according to Doukas, who adds that a special section of the menu will offer prime and dry aged steaks.

"It is important to emphasize that our focus is to provide the community with the freshest quality and culinary innovation with a commitment to hospitality and exceptional value," he said. "We are a moderately priced social restaurant for all."

Doukas said that whenever possible premium and local products will be used. Much of the restaurant's produce comes from Long Island and Sullivan County, NY, including fresh whole milk with 4.2 percent butterfat and eggs delivered that are less than 24 hours old, he said, adding that all seafood on the menu will be from the Clean Fish Alliance as well as local sources while brand name meats will include Freebird and Gianone Chicken, Du Breton and Fudge Farms Pork and Aspen Ridge Angus Beef. "Think healthy yet indulgent," he said.

Raised in nearby New Hyde Park, Doukas said he chose the Garden City location because of the "wonderful reputation" the community has a whole.

"It's an honor and a privilege to be a part of Garden City's business community," he said. "I was the original owner of Caffe Angelica in Garden City Park. I'm happy to be back 'home' on Long Island."


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