PASTIS Celebrates 20 Years Of Success In Roswell

ROSWELL, GA — A popular neighborhood restaurant in downtown Roswell is celebrating 20 years with a week of events and surprises for the community. PASTIS, owned by Carla Dent, held a ribbon cutting on Monday, June 25 to kick off its 20th anniversary celebration in its building on Canton Street.

Known for its casual French bistro fare, live music offerings, commitment to the community, PASTIS will host nightly live music, tastings, giveaways, food and drink specials, guest appearances, charity donations and much more through Sunday, July 1.

Monday's ribbon cutting ceremony included Roswell Mayor Lori Henry, Police Chief Rusty Grant and Fire Chief Ricky Burnette. Here's a rundown of what to expect at PASTIS during its week-long celebration:

Tuesday, June 26 - Wine not celebrate the 20th anniversary? Not only will there be $9 bottomless glasses of William Hill Estate Winery Cabernet and Chardonnay wines with the purchase of an appetizer or entrée of equal lesser value, but beginning at 5:30 p.m., representatives from E. & J. Gallo Winery will be on hand to talk about wine trends with guests in addition to providing complimentary samples. Musicians Nathan & Jason will perform from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Wednesday, June 27 - Enjoy $4 New Amsterdam Vodka Mules (Regular/Citron/Pineapple/Orange) throughout the day and in the evening there will be live music beginning at 6 p.m. from multi-instrumentalist and vocalist Tim Ussery, giveaways and more.

Thursday, June 28 - Executive Chef Paul Williams of River Crest Country Club, the very first chef of PASTIS, will be kicking off his four-day guest appearance during a special Customer Appreciation night. While he’s set to dazzle patrons for lunch and dinner during his visit, he will be serving dishes from the restaurant’s debut menu with original prices from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Live music with longtime singer and guitarist Steve Ward will take place from 6 to 9 p.m. 20 percent of proceeds will be donated to The Giving Kitchen.

Friday, June 29 - As a special thank you to the city of Roswell for its ongoing support, area residents and businesses are invited to join PASTIS for lunch between 11:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. and receive 25 percent off their meal by showing a business card or license with a Roswell zip code. PASTIS Favorite Guest Bartender Dr. Ron Redman will make an appearance behind the bar at 7 p.m. and Guest Chef Paul Williams will serve hungry patrons an array of culinary favorites from the past 20 years during lunch and dinner, while local musician Justin Borgman will entertain with another soul stirring performance beginning at 6 p.m. All day long, wine lovers can buy one glass of Frei Brothers Wine and receive the second glass for free.

Saturday, June 30 - In honor of the 20th anniversary, revelers are invited to begin their evening during the Happiest of Hours boasting cocktail samplings, passed appetizers and more from 6:30 p.m. until 8 p.m. Additionally, as PASTIS looks forward to the next 20 years, Guest Chef Paul Williams will reveal the new menu for diners to explore. Photographers will be on hand taking pictures and guests can enjoy live music by popular singer/songwriter Evan Koteles, giveaways and later the Atlanta Soul Band performs from 10 p.m. until 1 a.m.

Sunday, July 1 - What better way to end a week of 20th anniversary events (and the weekend) than with a Bloody Mary and Champagne Brunch? From 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., guests can nosh on mouthwatering brunch and lunch offerings while sipping on $12 endless mimosas or getting creative at the build-your-own Bloody Mary bar. Either after or before Brunch take a stroll to the local Ann Jackson or Vinings Gallery where you can enjoy a complimentary glass of PASTIS Cabernet, Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, or Merlot. During the evening, diners can sink their teeth into the preview of items on the new dinner menu starting at 5:30 p.m. and take in a live jazz performance from Jabari Grover Trio from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Opening in 1998 in Historic Roswell, PASTIS is located at 928 Canton Street. For more information, visit www.pastisroswell.com or call 770-640-3870. You can also follow the eatery on Facebook, Twitter (@pastis928) and Instagram at @pastisroswell.

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