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Surely no householder chants the real estate mantra “location, location, location” more gratefully than those lucky enough to make their homes in the neighborhoods surrounding Piedmont Park. Not everyone can manage it. The same goes for restaurants. There’s only one, in fact, that gets the full benefit of our city’s most glorious greenspace. That’s Park Tavern, which occupies the rustic stone structure, originally a stable, plus an expansive patio just within the park’s southeastern corner. The panorama across the big meadow toward the Midtown skyline is a stunner and one unmatched by any other Midtown eatery...
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Park Tavern
A culinary springtime in Piedmont Park
By: Jonathan Lerner

Surely no householder chants the real estate mantra “location, location, location” more gratefully than those lucky enough to make their homes in the neighborhoods surrounding Piedmont Park. Not everyone can manage it. The same goes for restaurants. There’s only one, in fact, that gets the full benefit of our city’s most glorious greenspace. That’s Park Tavern, which occupies the rustic stone structure, originally a stable, plus an expansive patio just within the park’s southeastern corner. The panorama across the big meadow toward the Midtown skyline is a stunner and one unmatched by any other Midtown eatery

Park Tavern has been around for years, as a brewpub with a pretty standard bar menu. But within the last year things have changed. A cool beer on the patio still beckons during a sunny stroll in the park. The restaurant still runs its schedule of concerts and events that make use of the meadow’s acres. Inside, the look remains mountain-lodge chic – stack-stone walls and fireplace, dark wood beams and arts-and-crafts-style detailing (though the sound and video systems have been updated). But the big change is in the food.

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A new team in the kitchen is doing it all from scratch. That includes executive chef Ramiro Rivera, an alumnus of Horseradish Grill, and Chapin Vilasineekul who oversees the considerable portion of the menu given over to sushi. Now this is not classic Japanese sushi; Vilasineekul, as a matter of fact, is a Thai-Hawaiian. Purists might scoff at offerings like the Kobe Culotte, but that would be their loss. This is thin beef medallions seared just enough to acquire a light charred crust but still carpaccio-red within, accompanied by truffle-scented matchstick fries and two yummy sauces, wasabi cream and hot mustard. The plate appeals to both eye and palate. Ample enough to share or be the centerpiece of one person’s meal, it’s also a bargain at $14.99 – and just about the priciest item available.

Overall, Park Tavern still does very approachable bar food. There are mainly small plates – sushi and otherwise – that are easily nibbled and shared, plus a few baskets and sandwiches. MDT Hint: Be sure to check out the new burger offerings! It’s informal food for a relaxed setting but very well executed. The pulled-pork sandwich, for example, is stuffed with exceptionally tender meat and slathered with a punchy, rich, brick-red barbecue sauce. Complement that with the simple jicama slaw – crunchy, cooling and light. Ceviche – with a salad-like tomato-to-fish ratio – is refreshing and mild, without the acid bite and intense chili of some other versions. It’s accessible, which seems true of all the offerings here.

We know you have fond memories of the old Park Tavern but it’s time to make some new ones Threaders! So, cleanse your mind because this place just might become your go-to destination not just for all its amazing events but for its new menu as well. Especially if you are lucky enough to live around Piedmont Park.

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EVENT CALENDAR:

Celebrate St. Patty’s Day in style at the Get Lucky Festival this Saturday,
March 13 from 1 - 2:30 p.m.

Suck down some heads at the 7th annual Oyster and Crawfish Festival Saturday, March 27! This year’s headliner is Cowboy Mouth!

Hair of the dog friends! Join Park Tavern for a good cause Sunday, March 28 from 2 p.m. to midnight at the Pamoja Penda Music and Arts Festival to benefit the Ugandan American Partnership Organization.

Get a $35 value for only $15 at Park Tavern. Enjoy one of the city’s best views (and this Deal that gets you 57% off on food and drink) while soaking in the Atlanta sun!

Location, location, location. Park Tavern’s got it, and it’s also got a completely revamped, made from scratch menu to match it’s stunning skyline view.
One voucher per table. Tax and gratuity not included. Not valid with any other offer or special. Not valid on Saturday or Sunday or during a special event. Voucher can be redeemed March 4, 2010 - May 4, 2010.

Redemption Location	Park Tavern
Redemption Address	500 Tenth St. Atlanta, GA 30309
Redemption Phone	404-249-0001
Redemption Website	www.parktavern.com

Everyone’s voucher gets more valuable when 75 people buy this deal. When the Breakthrough Bonus activates, everyone gets an additional $5 credit, so your Park Tavern Deal voucher value increases to $40!