Harbor Grill to Be Taken Over by Curry Club Owners
The owners of a popular catering hall and Indian cuisine restaurant along the North Shore are making their move to West Broadway in Port Jefferson.
The family of restaurateurs has plans to take over the Harbor Grill, previously known as Schafer’s. The new restaurant would be one of the latest addition to the Port Jeff harborfront.
Indu Kaur, the director of operations of The Meadow Club in Port Jefferson Station, said they had been renting out the space in Port Jeff during the holiday season and hosted their annual Small Business Holiday Party there.
It was during that time that they realized the potential of the building.
“We noticed that our clients really liked the space and the overall ambiance,” Kaur said. “It was perfect for smaller parties — we saw a great opportunity.”
In addition to the client’s feedback, Kaur said she liked the layout of the two-story restaurant with an outdoor dining section that boasts views of the harbor.
“We have been brainstorming a few things, we wanted to move into a new direction and are excited to offer something different to Port Jeff residents,” she said.
Kaur said they haven’t decided on a name for the restaurant yet, but are leaning toward a water theme being they are close to the harbor as well as incorporating a touch of their business background.
A chef has already been hired for the new space, and the family is in the midst of finalizing the menu and other aspects of the new restaurant.
Kaur said that residents can expect Indian cuisine and a fusion of menu items similar to what they offer at their other two restaurants.
“It’s going to be great to offer new options to our customers,” she said. “It will be a great place to have a nice lunch or dinner.”
In addition, they hope to attract visitors coming in from Bridgeport. Kaur also teased the possibility of adding a brunch menu as a way of attracting more patrons.
As the family prepares to open the new restaurant, the Meadow Club which was closed due a fire in 2018, is expected to reopen this spring.
Despite rumors that The Curry Club may close, Kaur said the restaurant will continue to be open and that the famed train cart will remain.
One of the first events the family will host in the building will be a Valentine’s Day four-course dinner. Tickets for couples are $120 which will include a Champagne bottle and a cocktail drink. Reservations from 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. can be made by calling 631-928-3800. The dance floor will be open, and a DJ will be playing all night.
“We are excited about the move and we are looking forward to helping bring more people into Port Jefferson,” Kaur said.
