CCD RESTAURANT WEEK Returns with Increased Health and Safety Measures (9/13 – 9/25/2020)

by Le Anne Lindsay, Editor

I’m not weighing in for or against this.  Just reporting on Philly Foodie News:

Center City District has decided to go ahead with their annual early Fall RESTAURANT WEEK – September 13 through 25, 2020 reformatted with increased health and safety protocols.

More than 60 participating restaurants are working together with the CCD to create a safe experience so residents and visitors can support local businesses and keep local workers employed.

Guests will as per previous years, enjoy three-course dinners for $35 per person, as well as $20 three-course lunches at participating locations (tax, gratuity and beverages are not included).

Take- Out: For the first time, prix fixe takeout menus from select restaurants will be offered to accommodate additional patrons, including those who want to support their favorite eateries from the comfort of their own homes.

“Restaurant Week has always been about connecting diners with the opportunity to try our award-winning restaurants and enjoy long-time local favorites at a great price, but this year, we want to emphasize how much this tradition supports our restaurants and employees during this challenging time,” says Michelle Shannon, Vice President of Marketing and Communications at Center City District. “Center City is known for our great food and diverse dining options – cornerstones of our great city— and through beloved events like Restaurant Week, the Center City District aims to sustain our restaurant owners and keep residents working.”

At the beginning of 2020, restaurants, food service and retail provided 39,600 jobs in Greater Center City, 13% of all jobs downtown. Restaurant Week supports this industry and the chefs, wait staff, back of house workers, management and many others who depend on the success of Philadelphia’s food and beverage scene.

COVID-19 Guidelines: Participating restaurants will be following all CDC, City of Philadelphia and state guidelines to ensure the safety of all guests. People who decide to dine out are asked to protect themselves and others by being responsible customers. Help keep workers safe by wearing a mask until it’s time to eat or drink. Stay six feet away from others when possible, and wash your hands often. Anyone who feels sick, or has come in contact with someone who has tested positive for COVID-19 within the past 14 days, should stay home.

Parking: Discounted parking will be offered to Restaurant Week diners for $9 or less at participating Philadelphia Parking Association and Philadelphia Parking Authority facilities. Center City District encourages guests to make parking arrangements when making dinner reservations, or plan to access a digital parking voucher at ccdrestaurantweek.com. Restaurants will no longer provide tear-off parking vouchers on check inserts.

PARTICIPATING RESTAURANTS

Visit ccdrestaurantweek.com for an updated list of restaurants, menus and links to make reservations via OpenTable. For the latest updates, follow @PhilaRestWeek on Twitter and Instagram.