We were sad to hear that Park Restaurant had closed, but are comforted by the fact that it has been bought by the owners of Capitol Pub.
Owner Peter Kenny plans to turn the former Park space into Swig 1921, a modern, urban pub with a casual atmosphere. “There will be a full bar with specialty cocktails and a good selection of beer and wine,” says Kenny.
“The moderately priced food menu will have fresh and seasonal offerings, with an attempt to use as many local and natural ingredients as possible.” The menu is similar to that of Capitol Pub but further evolved: pork belly buns, duck fat fries, wild game flatbread and cheese plates prepared for pairing. Park’s back patio area, Bar Celine remains open and virtually untouched except for a name change to The Gin Mill.
Renovations are underway, and the target opening is late August/September.
