The New York Grill is a proposed venture of Newport Beach- headquartered general partner Counterpointe Inc. and partner Michael Galardo. Counterpointe is a privately held real estate development, financing and management firm directed by principals Daniel Fitzpatrick and Brian Haley.

"The New York Grill represents an expansion of Rosa's success," according to remarks attributed to the principals. "Our menu will be a Ômelting pot,' highlighting the culinary diversity of the many ethnic cultures that thrive in the boroughs of the city. Signature items such as Manhattan clam chowder will share the menu with grilled meats, seafood and pastas that will be suaced with the tastes of Little Italy and the Bowery."

Staffing and management of the restaurant will fall to equity partners General Manager Carmen Spennato, Executive Chef Rustin Newton and Rosa Pupillo, in charge of dining room personnel. The 5,000-square-foot facility will be located on about 1.5 acres at the corner of Ontario Mills Drive and Rochester Avenue.