Join us starting Friday, August 6 through Thursday, August 12 for a diverse dining discovery of the restaurants at Mercato as they put on a special feast. Patrons will have an opportunity to dine at Mercato restaurants for pre-fixed prices—a tasty opportunity to experience the unique and delicious fare at Mercato restaurants.

Kicking off Restaurant Week is an exciting lineup of live entertainment at First Fridays inspired by sounds of the Caribbean.

“This is Mercato’s first Restaurant Week,” said Kristin Cartwright, Director of Lutgert Commercial Marketing. “It’s a concept used throughout the country, and we are excited to bring it to Mercato. Patrons can savor diverse dishes, multiple courses and many unique restaurants, all at special discounts.”

HERE IS A SAMPLING OF WHAT IS ON MENU DURING RESTAURANT WEEK:
AZN Cuizine has Obentos for lunch priced at $9.99. Included in these beautifully presented boxed meals are ginger salad, choice of Miso or hot & sour soup, steamed rice, spring roll and a choice of ten select main course options such as Seven Flavor Beef, Wanchi Walnut Shrimp, Black Pepper Beef and Tempura. Dinner specials at AZN are priced at $20 and include a glass of house wine, small plate and choice of five different entrées.

Blue Martini, two glasses of premium wine, and two entrées for $39.99.

Bravo is offering both lunch and dinner deals. For lunch, enjoy a glass of house wine, choice of three different salads, four lunch entrées plus a dessert for only $15. At the dinner hour, a glass of wine, your choice of three different salads, four select entrées, and dessert for the value price of $25. Entrée choices include Lasagna Bolognese, Chicken Milanese, Eggplant Parmesan or Spaghetti & Meatballs.

McCormick & Schmick’s assortment of ten different lunches for $10 each is a savory offer. Dinner for two includes a complimentary bottle of red or white wine, an entrée and dessert. Entrées include Haddock, Maple Brined Roasted Half Chicken, Sirloin and half pound of Snow Crab Legs or Shrimp Pomodoro. Price is $49.95.

Piola has dinners for $20 to include a glass of house wine, appetizer, dessert and choice of select pasta dishes such as Gnocchi Pompei, Fettuccine Al Ragu, Margherita, Lisbona, Reggio, and more.

Pure Urban Oasis is offering both lunch and dinner specials. For lunch, it’s Signature Rice Toppers and a Summer Salad; choices include sliced tenderloin, Mango BBQ chicken, Tuna or Salmon Tar Tar plus a summer salad for $11.95; or soup and salad for $10.95 includes choice of lobster bisque, gazpacho or soup du jour plus choice of one of their signature salads. For $24.95, dinner includes a glass of wine and choice of entrées. Choose from Cranberry Chicken with Spinach Mousseline, Pure Potatoes and Vegetable Medley or Seared Tuna on Asian slaw accompanied by Sweet and Spicy Corn Medley.

Stage 62 Deli has choice of sandwich plus beverage for $9, and entrée sandwich plus beverage for $12. Choices include #42 Reuben, #32 Westside Story, Russian Reuben and classic corned beef or pastrami.

Silverspot Cinema features dinner and movie for $38. Enjoy a glass of house wine, your choice of featured appetizers and your choice of entrée including Pasta Primavera, Pan Seared Grouper, Pecan Crusted Grouper, Half-pound burger or Free Range Chicken.

The Capital Grille has pre-fixed price dinner selections for $35.00. Your choice of soup or salad, main courses from selections such as snapper, Lamp chops, Grilled Tournedos Filet, a side dish plus a choice of dessert.

The Pub is offering $15 for your choice of ½ portion Goat Cheese Dip, Spinach Dip, or Crab Dip, with Fish and Chips paired with their choice of an Imperial Pint.

Tax and gratuity is not included in pricing. Log onto mercatoshops.com for more details.

WIN PRIZES FOR YOUR REVIEW
To spice up Restaurant Week, Mercato invites you to share your dining experience by posting comments on the Mercato Facebook page. Each time you dine, share your thoughts and you could win 1 of 15 gift cards! Become a fan today by logging on to mercatoshops.com and click the link Find Us on Facebook. Don't forget to share your dining photos too!

In addition to these dining deals, the retail merchants are also offering fantastic summertime specials, so please stop in and take advantage of summer savings.

Mercato is the ultimate destination for shopping, dining and business. From the latest fashions to furniture for the home and a full service computer shop, Mercato has it all! Stores include Bobby Chan, Books-A-Million, Byte Shop/Style, Coldwater Creek, Gigi’s Children’s Boutique, Jos. A. Banks, Pandora, Signatures, Simply Natural, Spectacles, Sportalm, Swim ‘n Sport, Sur La Table, and Z Gallerie. Diverse eating includes AZN Cuizine, Bravo! Cucina Italiana, McCormick & Schmick’s, Piola, Pure Urban Oasis, Stage 62 Deli, The Pub, Whole Foods Market and Yogurbella. Silverspot Cinema brings the latest Hollywood films and independent shorts to its 11-screen theatre with leather seating and state-of-the-art sound. Blue Martini features over 25 superior martinis and a Tapas menu.

Located on 52-acres at the intersection of U.S. 41 North and Vanderbilt Beach Road, Mercato is a premier lifestyle community offering the finest in condominium living at The Strada at Mercato together with the best in shopping, dining and entertainment, all in one location. Summer operational hours are Monday - Saturday 10 - 7pm; Sunday Noon - 5pm. Free covered parking. For more information, 239.403.2204 or mercatoshops.com.