As the state lifts pandemic restrictions, more restaurants are opening up just in time for the Valentine's Day rush. Here are local nearby establishments that are offering sweet deals this weekend:
Amato's Wood Fired Pizza (668 N. Sandusky St., Mount Vernon) is switching it up a bit and offering a special consisting of a 5-ounce tenderloin with Gorgonzola compound butter, fresh fettuccine, and homemade Alfredo topped with shrimp scampi and served with grilled veggies. For more information, call 740-393-2003.
Door 142 (142 N. Main St., Fredericktown) will be offering French onion soup, Caesar salad, two filets mignons, a choice of sides and dessert for $34 per person. Call 740-848-4074 for reservations.
Eggman's Eatery (3005 Wilson Road, Centerburg) is serving a pre-Valentine's Day prix fixe dinner on Saturday featuring a whipped goat cheese appetizer, cauliflower soup or a blueberry salad, a choice of lobster ravioli or an 8-ounce filet for an entree, and a chocolate-and-strawberries dessert to share. Cost is $100 per couple, with add-ons such as roses and wine pairings available at an additional cost. Reservations are required, with seating available from 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday. Call 740-480-1235.
Mazza's (11578 Upper Gilchrist Road, Mount Vernon) offers a four-course prix fixe couple's dinner on Saturday and Sunday featuring a choice of a gnocchi, ravioli or stuffed mushroom appetizer, Mazza's salad or mixed greens salad, surf-and-turf entree, and choice of flourless chocolate tort or cheesecake with fresh strawberries. Cost is $96 per couple. Reservations are available between 4 p.m. and 10 p.m. Saturday and 11:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday. Call 740-397-2076.
Newcastle Farmhaus (32381 US 36, Walhonding) is featuring pasta and steak specials, live music and a rose for your sweetie. For more information, call 740-824-4624.
The Alcove (116 S. Main St., Mount Vernon) is offering a four-course dinner for two Friday through Sunday featuring Tristan South African lobster tail, scallops with bacon cream sauce, and grilled hangar steak. Reservations are recommended. Call 740-392-3076.
