Frannie & The Fox, the wood-fired eatery inside Emeline, has announced “The Den,” a brand-new bar experience inviting guests to this secret hideaway.
Frannie's says this new venue features an environment of “soft, sultry lighting and cozy nooks. “With a full bar, The Den will offer hand-shaken martinis, bubbly champagne, and Italian-inspired shareable plates. Specialty dishes and caviar service will be exclusive to The Den. Guests can also order signature small plates from Frannie & The Fox. Each caviar service is accompanied by house-made potato chips, crème fraiche, and chives.
“Whether you're looking for a post-work pick-me-up or an after-dinner nightcap, The Den offers guests a convivial environment for spontaneous plans or private events,” said Adam Jimenez, area general manager of food & beverage at Makeready. “We are excited to share this thoughtful and playful continuation of the Frannie experience with our guests who are looking for a cozy bar setting that whispers secrets, holds stories and serves up endless opportunities for indulgence.”
Seating up to 30 guests, The Den will have eight tables and seven bar seats. Beginning on October 1st, The Den will be open Tuesday to Saturday, from 5 pm to 12 am. Reservations are recommended for table-seating while the bar will be open for walk-in service. The Den is currently open Thursday to Saturday from 5 pm to midnight.
Highlights of the Den's specialty beverage menu range from the Frannie Martini, made with Absolut Vanilla, guava, lime and “Champagne jello,” and the Passport Stamp with lemongrass-infused Roku gin, Italicus, Mancino Bianco vermouth, saline, and lemon oil. A weekly rotating mini martini will also be available, and on “Teeny ‘Tini Tuesdays” guests can enjoy $5 mini martini specials all night long. On “Fancy Fridays,” bartenders will open a special bottle of bubbles and pour by the glass and happy hour prices will be offered daily from 5 pm to 6pm.
Small plates include the Fritto Misto, which features breaded shrimp and calamari served with a basil aioli for an Italian twist on the classic combination of fried foods with sparkling wines. Diners an also enjoy Granita Oyster featuring three fresh oysters finished with prosecco and rosemary granita, fried capers, and caviar. Select signature dishes from Frannie & The Fox, including fresh mozzarella, blue crab fritters, and beef and pork meatballs, will also be available at The Den.
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