RED STAR TAVERN
TO OPEN AT OYSTER POINT
NEWPORT NEWS (December 7, 2005) - Red Star Tavern, a contemporary version of the classic American tavern, is scheduled to open December 14th, 2005 at City Center at Oyster Point in Newport News. Red Star Tavern features prime steaks, fresh seafood and more in a clubby atmosphere, along with specialty martinis, beers and a well-rounded wine list with a unique selection available by the glass.
"Red Star Specialties" include juicy Rotisserie Chicken, herb-crusted and served with fries and cole slaw ($12.95) and Rigatoni with braised beef tenderloin, mushrooms, roasted peppers spinach, tomato and red wine ($12.95). A section of "Filets & Steaks" includes a center-cut New York Strip served with mashed potatoes and lemon-garlic broccoli ($25.95); decadent Petite Filet, also served with mashed potatoes and lemon-garlic broccoli ($20.95) and Tenderloin Skewers served over mushrooms, peppers, red onions and basmati rice ($15.95).
"Seafood" selections include Hazelnut Crusted Trout, with spinach, tomato, corn, shrimp, basil essence and mashed potatoes ($16.95) and Sesame-Crusted Tuna with spinach, mushrooms and ginger soy butter sauce ($19.95). An impressive assortment of small plates, sandwiches, burgers and kid-friendly selections are also available at both lunch and dinner.
An extensive drink list is headlined by a selection of specialty martinis like "The O," a fruity, tropical concoction and the "Ruby," a cool, tangy refreshment. Of course, there's the "Swank," for those who prefer their martinis "shaken, not stirred" and topped with an olive. Over two dozen bottled beers and drafts and 48 interesting selections of wine, many available by the glass, are also available.
The 7000 square foot restaurant seats 100 at the bar, 200 in the dining room and 80 on the outdoor patio. Clubby surroundings have an intimate feel, with design elements that include plush curved booths, lots of mahogany wood, flagstone detail, retro light fixtures and contemporary photography. Multiple televisions throughout mean never missing the big game. An outdoor patio has dynamic lake views.
Red Star Tavern is located at Newport News' newest commercial and residential development, City Center at Oyster Point. Red Star is open daily for lunch, dinner and late-night dining from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. Take out is available. The restaurant is handicapped accessible. Reservations are not accepted. All major credit cards accepted. For more information, call 757.596.0308.
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