Table Talk: Special prices at Morton’s; area patios open

For those itching for Morton's-level food without the high-end prices, the steakhouse just began its daily "Power Hour" from 5 to 6:30 p.m.

Patrons can visit the bar for specially priced drinks ($4 beer, $5 wines and $7 specialty "Mortinis") and also purchase a Morton's prime sirloin burger and fries for $15.

The Richmond Morton's is at 111 Virginia St. in Shockoe Slip.

Call (804) 648-1662 for more details.

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California Pizza Kitchen is giving guests a chance to win prizes ranging from 10 percent off a meal to $50,000.

Through May 31, diners will receive a sealed envelope with their check that contains a guaranteed prize (takeout orders are also eligible, and a purchase isn't necessary).

The envelopes can only be opened by CPK management upon the guests' return, which must be done by June 30. Open envelopes will be invalid. There is a limit of one envelope per person and per household per visit during the distribution period.

For details, visit http://www.cpk.com.

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Grandpa Eddie's Alabama Rib & BBQ (11129 Three Chopt Road) has added seven wraps and a "BBQ Mary" -- a Bloody Mary made with Birmingham barbecue sauce and rimmed with spice rub -- to its menu, while kids also have the choice of a cheese quesadilla.

The restaurant, which just opened its patio for the season, has $2 daily happy-hour specials and $5 lunch specials Monday-Friday.

For details, call (804) 270-RIBS or visit http://www.grandpaeddiesbbq.com.

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The patio at deLux (2229 W. Main St.) is now open, weather permitting. Call (804) 353-2424 or visit http://www.deluxrichmond.com for details.

The restaurant-lounge also has free parking available down the second alley off Main and Strawberry streets.

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On April 29, Baskin-Robbins is holding its third annual "31 Cent Scoop Night" at all locations nationwide.

The promotion -- 31 cents for a scoop -- takes place from 5 to 10 p.m.

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Six Burner (1627 W. Main St.) will hold a "Wine and Whiskey" dinner at 6:30 p.m. April 23. The cost is $40 per person (not including tax and tip) for a four-course meal and profile comparisons of the similarities between wine and whiskey.

To make a reservation, call (804) 353-4060.

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Obrigado is celebrating its third anniversary by throwing a fundraiser for the Louisa Community Cupboard.

On Sunday from 3 to 6 p.m., the restaurant (109 W. Main St. in Louisa) will offer appetizers and live music from Linny Greer and Jim Mohr for a $10 donation for the Cupboard.

A cash bar and silent auction will also be on site.

For details, call (540) 967-9447 or visit http://www.obrigadorestaurant.com.

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Starting tomorrow, Tastebuds American Bistro will open for lunch and brunch Fridays and Saturdays from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

The restaurant at 4019 MacArthur Ave. will also hold a six-course dinner with Spanish wines presented by The Country Vintner at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday.

The cost is $50 per person, which includes a wine pairing with each course but not tax and gratuity.

Reservations are required by calling (804) 261-6544.

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