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Village Social Offers Plenty for Foodies to Rejoice

Mount Kisco restaurant's atmosphere is similar to places found in New York City.

Owner Joe Bueti has managed to do the nearly impossible. With Village Social, he's created a restaurant with a hip young vibe, which attracts families as well as those who want to see and be seen. And the food is absolutely superb.

This Mount Kisco eatery could easily be in the heart of the downtown New York cultural scene, a place to gather after a performance at The Public Theater. Instead, as Bueti puts it, "We gave a lot of thought to the name. We wanted this to be a place that really contributes to the community. Social clubs are very big in the City; this is someplace where you can bring your kids, or hang out at the bar."

Bueti is a hands-on owner, who is not above taking an order from a customer. Say hello to him as you walk in; he's easy to spot. He often greets people at the door.

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"I've been in every aspect of the industry, and I know how important it is for clients to be recognized," he says. "I enjoy getting to know them. Order a drink here and I'll remember it in the future."

Bueti has been in charge of every detail, even in picking the barn siding for the interior from a structure in Vermont. His wisest decision, however, was in choosing Chef Scott Forzaglia. Forzaglia has worked with two of the greats, Daniel Boulud and Cornelius Gallagher.

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"I knew he had tremendous credentials, and just as importantly, I liked the fact that he has a very even temperament, which is rare in this business," he says. "I knew he could work well with others, and also be a teacher. What's important is that everyone works as a team. We really are a family here. We spend more time together than we do at home!"

At the chef's suggestion, my husband and I tried a sampling of food. I would advise that anyone uncertain of what to order select a variety of the appetizers. We began with Soup of the Day, the chilled Sweet Corn Bisque. The velvety texture was a delight for the tongue.

Next were the light and tasty Summer Rolls, made of pork, daikon, carrot, mint and sweet chile. The Steak Char Char is a classic tartare, and even those who don't normally eat raw meat will find this more than acceptable. My favorite was the Pork Bun, which is succulent meat with pickled cucumber and brassica mustard. It is the ultimate slider.

My husband is a pizza aficionado and finds it very difficult to get ultra-thin pizza without a burnt crust. Here, this staple of all-America food is served wafer-thin and crunchy, with a myriad of toppings available. We enjoyed the Prosciutto with Truffle Oil and a Sunnyside Up Egg, which Joe himself split open for us. This alone is worth the trip.

But what's pizza without salad? The Arugula was tangy, refreshing and perfect for a summer night. It was on a plate with crimson and golden beets, and orange and citrus ricotta.

The Short Ribs with garlic mashed potatoes is the ultimate comfort dish. The fat that's in the meat gives it a rich, mouthwatering flavor; and yes, there's butter in the mashed potatoes. Julia Child would be proud, but if you can't forgo your diet for one meal, I suggest ordering the Ahi Tuna instead. This is served with forbidden rice, ponzu and bok choy. Please note that Ahi Tuna is traditionally served bleu.

Even the endless cup of Columbian-brewed coffee is mouthwateringly delicious. However, for the good of your soul, don't miss dessert. The cheesecake is light and creamy, served with just a little whipped cream. Meanwhile, the Peanut Butter Pie that was served has a decadent chocolate peanut butter crust that is to die for. They look gorgeous, too, as does the rest of the meal. Plating at the restaurant is an artform.

Since many enjoy eating out on the terrace, Village Social accommodates a lot of people comfortably, but don't be afraid to come early. The Thursday evening we were there, the restaurant was really filling up by 6:15 p.m.

One special kudo to owner Joe Bueti: The extra money spent installing noise-dampening panels in the ceiling was well worth it. I dislike intensely having my meal disturbed by a noise level that rivals that of a rock concert. If I didn't want to enjoy a conversation with my dinner companions, I wouldn't be dining with them.

From the moment you walk into Village Social and smell the heavenly wood oven aroma, to the moment you leave and are bid a warm goodbye, you will have experienced an outstanding meal in surroundings both theatrical and homey. And chances are you'll be back again, soon and often.

Village Social is located at 251 Main St. in Mount Kisco, and its phone number is 914-864-1255. Look for the distinctive orange awning.

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