NYKS is a very solid pub if you are looking for good food, local beer, and a relaxed environment. I stopped in last week with a couple of coworkers because we were looking for some dinner and beer within walking distance of our hotel. NYKS seemed like a good fit and we were happy with the experience.
The service was probably more like three stars; they forgot our appetizer and were a little slower than I would have liked but we weren't in a rush so this wasn't an issue. I wasn't too hungry so I just ordered a French Onion Soup but that was very good. The local beers were also good and the selection was decent.
I won't say that there was anything that blew me away, but it is exactly what we were looking for and I would happily go back again.