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Former mayor-cum-enterprising restaurateur Richard Riordan is a bit of a tricky Dick, it seems. Another notch in his expanding resto-empire, the final incarnation of the Village Pantry caused a bit of ruckus among Palisaders, who not only mourned the loss of their beloved Mort’s Deli but were anticipating a similar homage to cured meats and casual dining in its stead. The B-L-D menu of $10 omelettes and duck cassoulet, along with an executive chef who’s worked stints at Michael’s and Water Grill, are decidedly upscale, despite an offering of matzo ball soup here and a pastrami sandwich there. Perhaps the Oak Room, the adjoining bar, would be the best place for peace talks.

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