Downtown Raleigh Restaurant Week - Pt. 2

After this weekend's post, you just might be thinking to yourself, "What is Downtown Raleigh Restaurant Week?"

Take a look at this great video, read a bit about DTR Restaurant Week, and then come on out and enjoy all that Downtown Raleigh Restaurant Week has to offer!



DOWNTOWN RALEIGH RESTAURANT WEEK
A WEEKLONG DINING EXTRAVAGANZA

Indulge your palate during the Downtown Raleigh Restaurant Week—a week long dining extravaganza showcasing the culinary talent in the heart of the capital city. Select restaurants will offer three-course prix fixe dinners for $20 or $30, depending on the venue. Savor the delectable dishes prepared by some of downtown Raleigh’s finest dining establishments from Monday, August 24-Sunday, August 30.

Among the mix of participating restaurants you will find a sampling of cuisines from around the world—choose from Lebanese, Japanese, Italian, Spanish, or American dishes, just to name a few. Whatever your preference, the Downtown Raleigh Restaurant Week is sure to deliver multi-course meals that satisfy your cravings. Cara Zalcberg, Managing Partner of The Mint and Restaurant Week participant, describes their cuisine as “contemporary southern with an international flair."

Zalcberg says, “Restaurant Week is a fantastic way for us to share our new concept of affordable fine dining with local Raleigh residents. We are able to showcase our incredible value to those that have never experienced our exceptional service and quality.”

Savory and sweet, the three-course dinners offer patrons the chance to indulge in an exceptionally fulfilling dining experience. President and CEO of the Downtown Raleigh Alliance, David Diaz, says, “We're excited to bring the Downtown Raleigh Restaurant Week to residents, patrons, and visitors alike. This promotion extends diners a unique opportunity to eat at some of downtown's most reputable restaurants at very affordable prices.”

Restaurants will offer prix fixe specials the week of Monday, August 24-Sunday, August 30 during their normal dinner hours. Although no tickets are required, reservations are strongly recommended (when applicable). For your convenience, online reservations can be made at almost half of the venues through OpenTable. These reservation links are available on the Restaurant Week website, www.DineDowntownRaleigh.com.

Menus will also be posted as they are submitted by participating venues. It is important to note that menus are subject to change upon product availability. Starting Monday, August 24, look for Restaurant Week flags at participating venues. To access more information from your mobile device, visit www.YouRHere.com/mobile.

Due to the mass appeal, restaurant weeks have become a growing trend nationwide. “Cities across the country have successfully launched similar promotions and we look forward to that same success,” says Diaz. “This is an event where everyone wins, because restaurants see new business and consumers benefit from great deals. Whether you’re visiting an old favorite or trying some place new—restaurant week is a time to celebrate the downtown Raleigh dining scene."

Participating Restaurants, $20 or $30 depending on the venue (visit www.DineDowntownRaleigh.com for prices)

18 Seaboard, Globe, Second Empire, 42nd Street Oyster Bar,Humble Pie, 518 West Italian Cafe, Sitti, The Irregardless Cafe, Solas, The Big Easy, Sono, Jibarra, Bogart's American Grill, The Mint, Sullivan's Steakhouse, Caffé Luna, Mo's Diner, Tasca Brava, Dos Taquitos Centro, Poole's Diner, Wild Ginger, The Duck and Dumpling, Posta Tuscan Grille, Zely and Ritz, Fins, Sauced Pizza, and Red Room.

Special Thanks To
Gold Level Sponsors: Pepsi and TriangleBlvd.tv
Silver Sponsor: United Restaurant Equipment Company
Media Sponsors: News 14 Carolina, Curtis Media Group, The Independent Weekly, The Raleigh Downtowner Magazine, News & Observer, OpenTable, and ZSpotlight

About the Downtown Raleigh Alliance:
The Downtown Raleigh Alliance (DRA) is the leader and champion for a dynamic and vibrant downtown. We are the guiding force in shaping a healthy center that anchors the city and region. Through our dedicated Board of Directors and staff, we are responsible for providing the following core services: Advocacy and Membership Support; Clean & Safe Ambassador Services; Economic Development; Marketing and Events; and Public Space Management. DRA is a private, not for profit corporation. For additional information about DRA, please visit www.YouRHere.com.

Downtown Raleigh Restaurant Week

It's almost here - and Sauced Pizza couldn't be more excited about participating! Join us as many times as you'd like for three courses, priced at only $20.00.

During Downtown Raleigh Restaurant Week, you get to choose a selection for each course from three of our favorite appetizers, five of our delicious 14'' pizzas, and two Hayes Barton Cafe & Dessertery desserts! The full menu and our daily specials will also be available as usual.




We are looking forward to seeing many repeat and first time faces during this special event which runs from Monday, August 24th through Sunday, August 30th.

For more information and to check out which other DTR restaurants are participating, visit GoDowntownRaleigh.com!

Did You Happen to Read the N&O Today?

Many thanks to Greg Cox of the News & Observer for the feature today - "Sauced has your late-night number".

"When the moon hits your eye like a big pizza pie in Raleigh, chances are you're on Glenwood South and the hour is late. Until recently, though, whenever the craving for a late-night slice hit, you were out of luck. That changed late last month, when Lucky B's owner Mike Lombardo teamed up with Kurt Lam to open Sauced Pizza..."

Be sure to read the whole feature online!
(Thanks to Ashton for sending the link our way and to everyone who called to let us know you saw us in the N&O!)