PORT CHESTER - The team behind Rye House is now serving up beer and brats in the sprawling Village Beer Garden, next to the train station.

Formerly Heartland Brewery, the new outdoor eatery at 3 Broad St. opened in May, and is a cross between a sit-down restaurant and casual beer garden.

The southern-inspired Rye House opened in 2015 at 126 N. Main St. and immediately made its mark on the village dining scene. Since then, Rye House Managing Partner Jeff Skiba said he's had his eye on expansion.

"This space had so much potential and when an opportunity presented itself we jumped on it," he said. "A big beautiful outdoor space is rare in Westchester."

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The space

Long wooden communal tables, exposed brick, flat screen TVs and a full bar give the feel of a refined backyard. If bad weather hits, staffers can put up temporary walls to protect diners from rain and wind.

The back half of the space serves as a traditional beer garden with an outdoor fireplace, a ping pong table and dart boards, while diners who sit closer to the bar will get full table service.

It's a balance, Skiba says, that gives the space its unique appeal. From commuters getting a beer after work to a festive environment for families, the eatery caters to a diverse clientele.

"We're multiple things in one," he said.

Food & drink

With 24 beers on tap ranging from craft American breweries to mass market brands, there is a sudsy option for every taste.

Most beers will run you $7 or $8, while a pitcher costs $20.

For the cocktail-inclined, three tropical punches created by Rye House's cocktail director are also available. A can of a rose wine is also a big hit.

While not as extensive as Rye House's menu, the Village Beer Garden still offers a host of gourmet dishes.

The menu is what Skiba calls "Americanized Bavarian," and favorites include mini burger sliders, a crispy chicken schnitzel sandwich and a Salade niçoise.

Sausages, which cost $10, include Sweet & Hot Italian, Kielbasa and Bratwurst.

"I want people to feel like they can come here for a real dinner or just for a few snacks," Skiba said.

If you go

Where: 3 Broad St., Port Chester.

When: Wednesday to Friday, 4 p.m. to 1 a.m.; Saturday to Sunday, 4 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Contact: 914-939-7500.