TheAVENUE Eat/drink Releases New Expanded Menus

Online, August 12, 2013 (Newswire.com) - theAVENUE eat/drink, a modern eatery specializing in original burger creations, is excited to announce the launch of their new, expanded menus. The menus include new signature burgers, appetizers, mac+cheeses, salads and sandwiches in addition to the creative options already available. Menus include lunch, dinner, brunch, beer/wine and late night. options The wide-ranging menus will debut Monday, August 12, 2013.

Since its inception almost two years ago, theAVENUE has become a staple in downtown St. Petersburg. As the name suggests, theAVENUE has everything from burgers to specialty cocktail creations and everything in between. Using only fresh ingredients, the menu takes the average burger to the next level. Homemade angus chuck lays the foundation, or for adventurous customers, tuna, turkey or bison meat is a great choice.

The fun, creative menu and atmosphere have attracted locals and visitors alike, with special, limited-time offerings such as the Burger of the Month (BOM). Several of the BOM's have been so popular and successful that owner Stephen Schrutt has decided to incorporate them into the new menu.

"We love giving people the opportunity to eat an exceptional meal and have a great time with us," said Schrutt. "The support of our guests is phenomenal and they are the reason we are expanding this menu - to give them more of what they want."

As theAVENUE is well-known for its signature burgers, the new menu features this classic dish in an even wider variety. With over 25 options to choose from, flavors range from the sweet and spicy Rasta Monsta, with jerk seasoning and mango-pineapple chutney, to the classic BBQ Burger. Also joining the menu will be several options that showcase a fresh take on modern classics, such as S'mores served in mason jars and a BLT served with a fried green tomato.

"We had a great time creating this new menu," stated Schrutt. "We got creative using the foundation of who we are, and expanding that into more made-from-scratch items adding to our existing creations."

The new menu will be released August 2013 at the restaurant located at 330 1st Avenue S in St. Petersburg. theAVENUE offers guests weekly specials such as $5 Burger Wednesdays and Slider Tuesdays and has earned recognition by Best Restaurants Magazine. theAVENUE enjoys serving guests classic, yet innovative food and drinks, and has been highly successful in doing so.

In addition to the menu release, theAVENUE has launched their new website at www.theavenuedtsp.com.

theAVENUE has an eclectic, Southern-style and inviting atmosphere. In addition to the amazing food selections and handcrafted cocktails, theAVENUE boasts an impressive selection of beer with over 20 bottles and cans with eight craft beers on draft and a full liquor bar. Guests enjoy live music on Fridays and Saturdays, starting at 9pm.

theAVENUE is open for lunch at 11:30am Monday - Friday and for brunch at 11:00am Saturday - Sunday. Enjoy live entertainment, happy hour, weekly specials, lunch, dinner, late night eats and weekend brunch.

the Avenue eat/drink: theAVENUE is a modern eatery specializing in original burger creations. With a wide array of menu items and an enjoyable, eclectic atmosphere, theAVENUE is downtown St. Petersburg staple. Visit www.theavenuedtsp.com for more information.

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