Varanese, located at 2106 Frankfort Avenue in the historic Clifton neighborhood, will celebrate its 8th anniversary on Thursday, August 20th by featuring $8 drink specials, $8 appetizers, and complimentary anniversary cake made by Chef Varanese himself.

Varanese is known for many things, including its nightly live jazz music and the popular bourbon barrel smoked pork chop. To celebrate this 8-year milestone, some fun numbers have been compiled that reflect totals since the restaurant opened in 2007.

- 360,000: Number of people served
- 35,600: Number of the signature Bourbon Barrel Smoked Pork Chops served
- 175,000: Pounds of grits served
- 8,288: Liters of Bourbon served
- 2,880: Nights of live jazz music performed by Jeff Sherman
- 11,520: Number of daily entrée specials offered

Varanese Restaurant is located at 2106 Frankfort Avenue in the historic Clifton neighborhood and features an eclectic menu of New American Cuisine using local products, prepared by Owner/Chef John Varanese. His restaurant features a dramatic 20-foot slate water wall and serpentine of glass doors which retract to offer an outdoor dining experience all year round. It can comfortably seat 150 guests between the bar, dining room and four seasons patio, and it includes a dining area for private events. Open 7 days a week - Sunday through Thursday from 5:00pm to 11:00pm, and Friday and Saturday 5:00pm to midnight. For more information or to make reservations, please call (502) 899-9904 or log on to www.varanese.com. Find us on Facebook.com/dinevaranese.