Chef Joseph Ciminera has left the Pine Island Grill
Boy, we noticed that chef Joseph Ciinera left two weeks ago! My wife an I were looking forward to our meal at the Pine Island Grill which was chef Joe's playground. As soon as we recieved our appetizers we knew something was wrong. When I asked the waitress if Chef Joe was still there she told me he had left two months ago. It was quite disturbing because the restaurant never posted any info of him leaving, he was on the web site etc. Well, I guess these great chefs are always on the move.
Recommended: his Italian Wonton
Food: 2
Service: 6
Ambiance: 8
Overall: 2
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Taste Sensation Up the Wazoo.
Wow! Talk about flavor in the month - Februlicious! When I heard the news in the yard about Joe C setting up shop at Pine Valley Grill - I decided it was worth the wait and grabbed a date, my wife, for an evening of fine fun and food. Joe even made an appearance and suggested his Special Taste Extra Value Menu - then complemented my date nicely and later even personally handed us the bill. Beware, it's a wee pricey but amazingly worth it, even if it's just once a year and the kids have to sweat it out at aunt Bea's for a while. Definitely worth the money and the decorum is irresistibly charming.
Recommended: all
Food: 8
Service: 6
Ambiance: 8
Overall: 6

Chef Joseph Ciminera is Indeed a Great Chef.
What was the hype about this Chef? I had to find out. I am a food writer for a Boston magazine. I took the trip to New York and experience a very satifying meal. I happen to be a fan of the chefs cooking show called "Taste This". I asked to see him and he came out and bought us a dinner drink. The food was fabulous.
Recommended: Scottish hare
Food: 10
Service: 8
Ambiance: 10
Overall: 10
- Chef Joseph Ciminera is Indeed a Great Chef.

Too good to be true
I dined at the Pine Island Grill last Weds because I heard Chef Joe Ciminera was the new executive chef. Boy, I'm glad I went , I was not disapointed. I asked the waitress if the chef would do a tasting menu. He agreed and send out "The Little red riding hood salad". The name was a little out there but the salad arrived with a scrumpious duck pate on it. I could write about the meal all night. The hostess was very pleasant and made you feel very comfotable when you walked in. For a wonderful view before the meal go upstairs at the piano bar.
Recommended: Scottish hair, Monk Fish roulade and the little red riding hood
Food: 10
Service: 10
Ambiance: 6
Overall: 10
- Too good to be true
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The Italian Wonton
I dined at the Pine Island Grill with my girlfriend on Sunday. I had the Italian Wonton I figured if it's Howard Sterns favorite Dish, I should try it (so I did)I was quite pleased with the dish that I asked for another as a doggy bag. The restuarant has come along way since the new chef Joe Ciminerra has taken over the kitchen.
Recommended: Italian Wonton
Food: 10
Service: 10
Overall: 6

A Celebrity Chef at Work!
I have been following chef Joe for years, I am a real foodie and I know a thing or two about food. I was really impressed at the Guest Chef Series with Chef Joe and Anthony Cinicola from Le Cirque . The Duo Team cooked the best meal I have ever tasted. My wife and I even compared it to some of the great restaurants in France.
Recommended: The Late Breakfast is a must
Food: 10
Service: 8
Ambiance: 10
Overall: 10

A guest chef series
My husband and I dined at the Pine Island Grill for the very first time on Friday while the restaurant was offering a tasting menu. We have been reading alot of information on a new celebrity chef Joe Ciminera that has taken over rein. We dine out at some of the best restaurants in New York City. The meal was amazing- The chef has some real talent. I would reccomend this restaurant to anyone. Keep in mind you will spend$$ but it's worth every penny
Recommended: Duck french toast
Food: 10
Service: 8
Ambiance: 10
Overall: 8
- A guest chef series
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The finest
We arrived at the reservsation time and was seated immediately. (I appreciated that we did not have to wait) The staff was very friendly and not pushy. We were not rushed through the meal. Since we wanted to try many dishes, the Executive Chef, Joe Ciminera, suggested a 6 course tasting. We left it to his discretion. It was OUTSTANDING. The selections were seasoned perfectly. I strongly suggest that this is a great way to get an "flavor" of many dishes. The dining room staff was great. They were polite, courteous, and they did not rush you through the meal. We had a table by the window overlooking the beach. It was magnificient watching the sunset. I definately will go back many times.
Recommended: ALL
Food: 10
Ambiance: 10
Overall: 10