Restaurant Eve-opening Nov.03 Old Town Alexandria

Irish born Chef; Cathal Armstrong, (Silent T) formerly of Bistro Bis, Washington DC and Meshelle Armstrong have created Restaurant Eve; A sophisticated bar, bistro, and fine dining restaurant to cater to Alexandrians and Washingtonians.

The 130 seat restaurant offers two distinct dining experiences The Chefs Tasting Room and The Bistro. The 32 seat Chefs Tasting Room is Cathal Armstrongs culinary showplace, with 5 and 9 course prix-fixe tasting menus which change daily, composed of seasonal, local produce and superior ingredients enhanced by Armstrongs innovative vision and classic culinary skill. Pampered by Silver Service guests enjoy tableside presentations and gracious, knowledgeable service. A farmhouse table displaying daily artisinal cheeses is centered below a whimsical chandalier with custom furnishings in rich, warm woods,grand fireplace and fabrics gracing the Tasting Rooms interior. The Chefs Tasting Room will be available for private dining, special occasions and intimate events.

The Bistro and Bar are an upscale neighborhood venue seating up to 90 guests in a sleek, comfortable lounge, 2 brick fireplace dining room and provincial garden terrace. Here the menu is designed to please the palate and soothe the soul, with Chef Armstrongs family-inspired dishes
and a focus on the best of the local farmers markets. Troy Farm, located in Westmoreland county, will grow products according to Armstrongs specifications.

Restaurant Eve is a family affair Meshelle Armstrong, a veteran restaurant manager will handle the marketing and special events. Eve Armstrong, Cathal and Meshelles 4 year old daughter lent her name to the project.

Estimated opening date: End November
>Address: 110 South Pitt ST. Alexandria Virginia (Old Town)

Chef/Owners: Cathal Armstrong:

Web Site:www.restauranteve.com

MenuPrice:Bistro- ($8.-$24)
Tasting Room-(Prix Fixe $60-$90)

Hours:Bistro -Mon-Sat (Lunch-11:30-2:30) (Dinner 5:30-10:00)

Tasting Room-Tues-Sat (Lunch-11:30-2:30) (Dinner-6:00-9:30)

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Annual Charity Event:All Hallows Eve-To benefit The Child Health Center Board