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Gourmet Program

Listing of Restaurants in the Program

111 Chop House
111 Chop House 111 Shrewsbury Street, Worcester
508.799.4111
www.111chophouse.com

The idea behind One Eleven Chop House was to establish a Chicago-style steakhouse right here in Worcester. The elegance and sophistication of the decor complements some of the best-tasting steaks and chops you'll find anywhere. All of their cuts are either certified prime-grade or in the top 10% of the choice grade. And they're all expertly prepared. Choose from whether traditional steaks done right or less traditional favorites, such as Beef Tenderloin Stuffed with Wild Mushrooms, Sirloin Encrusted in Black Pepper with a Shallot Brandy Cream Sauce, or a Mixed Grill of Filet Mignon, Confit of Duck and Blackened Shrimp.

Member Offer: Show your membership card and theatre ticket to receive a free appetizer or dessert with dinner entrée. Offer good the day/night of the show only.
25 on the Common
25 on the Common 25 Grafton Common, Grafton
508.839.5931
www.grafton-inn.com

Located on the historic Grafton Common and in continuous operation since 1805, the 25 on the Common offers a casual and child friendly dining experience in a relaxed and uniquely colonial setting.

Member Offer: Show your membership card and receive a $5 off your food bill of $30 or more. Discount is not valid on alcohol, take out, or gratuity. Offer may not be combined with other promotions or coupons.
86 Winter American Bistro
86 Winter American Bistro 65 Water Street, Worcester
508.459.5400
www.86winter.com

86 Winter is Worcester's true American bistro serving comfort food with a twist, along with innovative specials. Serving lunch Wed., Thurs., Fri. 11:30-3:30, dinner Wed., Thurs., Fri., Sat., and Sun. beginning at 5:00pm in a casual yet elegant setting. 86 Winter is also available for all your catering needs, and would love to host your next event or meeting in Worcester's most unique function room.

Member Offer: Show your membership card and receive a 15% discount on all food purchases in the dining room. Discount is not valid on alcohol, take out, or gratuity. Offer may not be combined with other promotions or coupons.
Bistro Limoncello Ristorante
Bistro Limoncello Ristorante 290 West Main Street, Northborough
508.393.5440
www.bistrolimoncello.com

Welcome to Bistro Limoncello. Join us for authentic Italian Cuisine, live entertainment, great company and a warm atmosphere each night. We enjoy entertaining your senses with our finest Italian ingredients, romantic ambiance, and relaxing music. Invite your friends, family and co workers to experience Bistro Limoncello Ristorante.

Bistro Limoncello brings relief to your sweet tooth! Our meals are always freshly prepared by our talented head chef who brings traditional Italian cuisine with an American flair to your dinner plate. Perfect for your first date or 60 year anniversary, Bistro Limoncello will make your dining experience a wonderful memory.


Member Offer: Show your membership card and receive a 10% discount off of your entire check. Good Tuesday - Friday, excludes Saturdays and holidays, one per table. Discount does not apply to alcohol, take out, or gratuity. Offer may not be combined with other promotions or coupons.
Bocado Tapas Wine Bar
Bocado Tapas Wine Bar 82 Winter Street, Worcester
508.797.1011
www.bocadotapasbar.com

The modern, sexy, big city feel in the heart of Worcester's newly revitalized canal district... Bocado. A tapas restaurant and wine bar, Bocado takes you on a journey of tastes and flavors inspired by Mediterranean cuisine. The decor at Bocado is modern and intimate. Plush sofa like seating, candlelit tables and modern artwork combine with rustic hardwood floors, high ceilings, and original brick walls to create a space that evokes a feeling of warmth and sophistication.

Member Offer: Show your membership card and tickets to that evening's performance and receive a free appetizer, salad, tapas, cheese, chocolate, or dessert at any of the four Niche Restaurants (Block 5, Bocado, Mezcal, & The Citizen) on theatre nights. Up to $8 in value and must have tickets and membership card.
Ceres Bistro
Ceres Bistro 363 Plantation Street, Worcester
508.754.2000
www.ceresbistro.com/hanover.php

The 300 seat Ceres Bistro features a farm to table concept stressing the freshest of local ingredients and selectively sourced product. The fairly priced menu reflects one of the hottest trends in the restaurant industry-fresh food that may come from a farm only a few miles away.

The menu features numerous grill items and signature plates including a 14 ounce Strip Steak, Hanger Steak and pomme Frites, braised short ribs and Sea Bass. Appetizers include tuna Tart are and prosciutto di Parma.

The cocktail lounge features several signature drinks at its circular bar topped by white Lucite, which is light from below giving the appearance of drinking on a cloud.

The 300 seat restaurant features light wood and high backed banquets that creates a sense of intimacy and hip at the same time. Ceres Bistro will also feature a large outdoor patio area where guest can enjoy a craft cocktail or dinner. Plans call for summer music series on the patio.

**Ceres Bistro is open for food and beverage both before and after the show. Check out our dinner and theatre packages and our 2 for $99 WOO specials!


Member Offer: Show your membership card and receive 10% off your total bill at Ceres Bistro (also applies to Sunday Brunch.) Discount does not apply to alcohol, take out, or gratuity. Offer may not be combined with other promotions or coupons.
El Basha
El Basha 256 Park Avenue, Worcester
508.795.0222
www.elbasharestaurant.com

Enjoy Baba Ghanouj, grape leaves, shawarma and kibbee, along with many other authentic Middle Eastern specialties, served in a casual friendly atmosphere. Middle Eastern fare at a very reasonable price. It's no wonder El-Basha has been voted Worcester's favorite Middle Eastern Restaurant year after year. Open for lunch and dinner at both Worcester locations: 256 Park Ave and 424 Belmont St.

Member Offer: Show your membership card and receive 10% off your entire check. Discount does not apply to alcohol, take out, or gratuity. Offer may not be combined with other promotions or coupons.
Flying Rhino Cafe
Flying Rhino Cafe 278 Shrewsbury Street, Worcester, MA
508.757.1450
www.flyingrhinocafe.com

The Flying Rhino is a unique gathering place offering an eclectic mix of food and drink in a cool, casual atmosphere. Bold flavored appetizer bites, hearty soups & sandwiches, gourmet salads, creative entrees and daily specials are served with originality. Guests are encouraged to sample and share flavors from around the world. The café menu is complemented with an extensive martini list as well as distinctive wines, great beers and an array of other beverages featured at the “watering hole.” Our restaurant is meant for those who wish to enjoy life to the fullest and who love to spend time with friends.
Open every day for Lunch, Dinner, and Late Night.

Member Offer: Show your membership card and receive 10% off your entire check. Discount does not apply to alcohol, take out, or gratuity. Offer may not be combined with other promotions or coupons.
George's Coney Island
George's Coney Island 158 Southbridge Street, Worcester
508.753.4362
www.coneyislandlunch.com

Famous Worcester landmark serving award-winning hot dogs since 1918. Family-owned and operated, they are proud to have been acclaimed as Worcester's Best of Best year after year. Come experience a Worcester tradition and the delicious hot dogs at George's Coney Island. Groups welcome, please call ahead.

Member Offer: Show your membership card and receive a free souvenir gift with purchase over $10.
Haiku
Haiku 258 Park Avenue, Worcester, MA
508.459.3033
www.haikusushi.com/

Haiku carries on the Japanese tradition of sophisticated, artful and delicious preparations under the direction of Master Chef Kenzo Phan. Whether you are in the mood for fresh seafood, savory steaks, or innovative sushi, Haiku will satisfy your taste buds with elegance and style.

Member Offer: Show your membership card and receive 10% off your entire check. Discount does not apply to alcohol, take out, or gratuity. Offer may not be combined with other promotions or coupons.
Il Forno
Il Forno 65 West Boylston Street, West Boylston, MA
508.835.3700
http://www.il-forno.com

Il Forno takes great pride in preparing each meal and uses only the freshest quality ingredients and the finest seafood, meats and produce available. Il Forno's kitchens feature a wood-fired brick oven and offer an assortment of delicious specialties… from Northern Italian seafood, chicken, veal and pasta entrées to brick oven pizza creations. BYOB.
Also located in Fitchburg, Westborough, and Acton, MA.

Member Offer: Show your membership card and receive 10% off your entire check. Discount does not apply to alcohol, take out, or gratuity. Offer may not be combined with other promotions or coupons.
Leo's Ristorante
Leo's Ristorante 11 Brackett Court, Worcester
508.753.9490
www.leosristorante.net

The Turo Family has been providing quality Italian cuisine for over 45 years. Their beautiful décor and comfortable dining room is a great start to a memorable evening. Their newly renovated lounge offers a great bar menu featuring grilled pizzas and paninis. They have private dining rooms that can accommodate parties from 15 to 125 people.

Member Offer: Show your membership card and receive 10% off your entire check. Discount does not apply to alcohol, take out, or gratuity. Offer may not be combined with other promotions or coupons.
Maxwell Silverman's
Maxwell Silverman's Lincoln Square, Worcester
508.755.1200
www.maxwellmaxine.com

Dine in an authentic 100-year-old toolhouse factory restored in an elegant atmosphere. We feature the finest American cuisine with a wide variety of seafood, pasta, prime rib, steaks, veal and daily features. Private rooms available.

Member Offer: Dine, park, and shuttle to the theater on popular event nights. Dinner receipt must be presented upon boarding the shuttle.
Mezcal Tequila Cantina
Mezcal Tequila Cantina 166 Shrewsbury Street, Worcester
508.926.8308
www.mezcalcantina.com

Mezcal takes its visitors on a trip South of the border. Tastes of colorful, flavorful Southwestern cuisine paired with a sampling of traditional Mexican dishes. Mezcal specialties include our made to order guacamole, over 100 tequilas and some of the best margaritas around. Mezcal is a member of the Niche Hospitality group which boasts such establishments as Block Five Bistro, Bocado Tapas Wine Bar, and The Citizen Wine Bar.

Member Offer: Show your membership card and tickets to that evening's performance and receive a free appetizer, salad, tapas, cheese, chocolate, or dessert at any of the four Niche Restaurants (Block 5, Bocado, Mezcal, & The Citizen) on theatre nights. Up to $8 in value and must have tickets and membership card.
Northworks Bar & Grille
Northworks Bar & Grille 106 Grove Street, Worcester
508.755.9657
www.northworks.com

Three decades as one of Worcester's most popular casual dining restaurants. Fresh seafood, charbroiled steaks and chicken, pasta sautees and a great selection of salads & sandwiches. Flat screen tv's, keno and an atm on the premises. Serving great food at reasonable prices and featuring the warmest bar in Worcester. The kitchen is open until 11pm on Fridays & Saturdays, so join them for post show appetizers or dinner.

Member Offer: Show your membership card to receive a 10% discount on check total, for the day of the show only. Discount does not apply to alcohol, take out, or gratuity. Offer may not be combined with other promotions or coupons.
Nuovo Restaurant
Nuovo Restaurant 92 Shrewsbury Street, Worcester
508.796.5915
www.nuovoworcester.com

Nuovo Restaurant opened its doors on June 17, 2011. Offering a delightful mix of Italian and Meditteranean cuisine, Nuovo hopes to bring a wide range of options to each and every customer.

Located right in the heart of Shrewsbury Street, Nuovo offers two floors. The main level seats 80 with a bar and lounge areas as well as outdoor patio. The upstairs room's are designated for functions and private gatherings. One may reserve the upstairs room for parties of 20-120 people. Equipped with a full service bar, winery and TV monitors, the private rooms are ideal for any meeting or gathering.

Nuovo hopes to bring you a comfortable and enjoyable experience whether dining, lounging, drinking or all three!

LUNCH and DINNER HOURS
Monday - Friday : 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
Saturday & Sunday: 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Late night bar menu Thursday, Friday and Saturday night's until 1 am!

Member Offer: Show your membership card and receive 10% off your entire check. Discount does not apply to alcohol, take out, or gratuity. Offer may not be combined with other promotions or coupons.
O'Connor's Restaurant & Bar
O'Connor's Restaurant & Bar 1160 West Boylston Street, Worcester
508.853.0789
www.oconnorsrestaurant.com

"Purveyors of Famous Food, Best Brews & Hospitality", O'Connor's Restaurant & Bar has been voted "Best Restaurant" by Worcester County diners in the last six out of seven years. Hosted and operated by owners, Brendan & Claire O'Connor, O'Connor's Restaurant & Bar strikes the perfect balance between a great Irish pub, urban buzz and casual elegance serving great food with exceptional service...lunch and dinner, Monday through Saturday...on Sunday we rest! They look forward to welcoming you and are happy to partner with The Hanover Theatre with guaranteed reservations and their promise to have you on your way in plenty of time for the opening curtain! With immediate access at Exit 4 off Interstate I -190, O'Connor's has ample parking for you and your friends to even carpool downtown to the show in less than 8 minutes...and leave the extra cars behind to pick up afterwards and even join them for a "post show refreshment". Slàinte!

Member Offer: Show your membership card and receive one complimentary order of our famous baked corned beef shillelagh sticks. Offer valid on the day or night of the performance. Offer may not be combined with other promotions or coupons.
Overtime Tap: The Fantasy Bar and Grill
Overtime Tap: The Fantasy Bar and Grill 50 Front Street, Worcester
508.757.0600
www.overtimetap.com

Overtime Tap: Fantasy Bar and Grill is the perfect spot for you, whether you’re looking to enjoy a superb lunch downtown, a convivial night of dinner and drinks, or to catch the game with friends in our fantasy sports bar.

Located in downtown Worcester, right in the heart of the Heart of the Commonwealth, OT is just across Front Street from historic City Hall, right by the DCU Center. Owned and operated by three lifelong Worcester friends whose roots in the city run as deep as their love of the region’s sports teams, Overtime Tap: Fantasy Bar and Grill’s mission is to provide a home base for locals to indulge their well known passion for good food, good times and great sports.

Member Offer: Show your membership card and receive 10% off your entire check. Discount does not apply to alcohol, take out, or gratuity. Offer may not be combined with other promotions or coupons.
Peppercorns Grille & Bar
Peppercorns Grille & Bar 455 Park Avenue, Worcester
508.752.7711
www.epeppercorns.com

Located 1.4 miles from The Hanover Theatre, Peppercorns Grille & Bar is upscale casual dining at its finest. Offering only the freshest ingredients made to order in a casual atmosphere, Peppercorns has gained a reputation as one of Worcester's best restaurants! Contact peppercorns@verizon.net for information on dinner theatre packages!

Member Offer: Show your membership card when you buy two entrees and get one half-price. Max three offers per party. Not valid on take-out. Cannot be combined with any other offers or gift certificates. 1 card per offer with a maximum of 3 cards per table.
Ristorante Via Alto 27
Ristorante Via Alto 27 27 High Street
978.598.7002
www.ristoranteviaalto27.com

Enjoy homemade Italian food including bread, pasta, sauces and desserts. The daily and seasonally changing menu is designed to produce the finest quality meal possible by utilizing the finest ingredients available. Wines range from simple to the extraordinary, and are imported from various regions of Italy.

Member Offer: Show your membership card and receive 10% off your entire check. Discount does not apply to alcohol, take out, or gratuity. Offer may not be combined with other promotions or coupons.
The Citizen
The Citizen 1 Exchange Place, Worcester, MA
508.459.9090
www.thecitizenwinebar.com/

Sipping wine, tasting cheese and noshing on chocolate are three things you can live for and love to do at The Citizen. The cheese lover’s rights are exemplified through an extensive menu of artisanal cheeses and signature Panini’s which make lunch at The Citizen a legal obligation. In addition, The Citizen offers smoked and cured meats to enjoy with your cheese selection as well as a selection of fine chocolate from white to milk to dark, that when paired with port or sweet wine, make the experience almost illegal. Become a citizen of wine, cheese & chocolate.

Member Offer: Show your membership card and tickets to that evening's performance and receive a free appetizer, salad, tapas, cheese, chocolate, or dessert at any of the four Niche Restaurants (Block 5, Bocado, Mezcal, & The Citizen) on theatre nights. Up to $8 in value and must have tickets and membership card.
The Oliver Wight Tavern at Old Sturbridge Village
The Oliver Wight Tavern at Old Sturbridge Village 1 Old Sturbridge Village Road
508.347.3362
www.osv.org/museum/owtavern.html

Sitting just outside the Visitor Center entrance to Old Sturbridge Village is a modern adaptation of an 1830s rural New England tavern. The Oliver Wight Tavern seats more than 300 patrons in four distinct dining rooms, reflecting the atmosphere, décor, and social functions of a country tavern's public gathering places.

Sunday Brunch: Weekly 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Lunch: Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays - 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Member Offer: Show your membership card and receive a 10% discount on Sunday brunch. Discount does not apply to alcohol, take out, or gratuity. Offer may not be combined with other promotions or coupons.
The Sole Proprietor
The Sole Proprietor 118 Highland Street, Worcester
508.798.3474
www.thesole.com

The favorite seafood restaurant of central Massachusetts diners since 1979, The Sole Proprietor has garnered four-star reviews and many awards, including being named one of America's top 10 seafood restaurants. At The Sole, the menu is as fresh as the seafood and features seasonal dishes, as well as favorites such as Seafood Sautè, Tuna Steak Barcelona, Dijon and Horseradish Bluefish, Salmon and Scallops Basilio, and Seafood Alfredo.

Member Offer: Show your membership card and theatre ticket to receive a free appetizer or dessert with dinner entrée. Offer good the day/night of the show only.
Theatre Cafe
Theatre Cafe 529 Main Street, Worcester, MA
508.799.7190
www.theatre-cafe.net

The Theatre Cafe, founded in 2010, is a family owned business with over 15 years experience in the food service industry. The menu includes specialty sandwiches, house made specials, pastries, and homemade soups. All soups, specials and sandwiches are made on location daily.

Located just a block away from The Hanover Theatre, they are conveniently located and open before all shows.



Member Offer: Show your membership card or ticket and receive free dessert. Discount does not apply to alcohol, take out, or gratuity. Offer may not be combined with other promotions or coupons. Bring your favorite bottle of wine or beer as we are a BYOB establishment. Reservations recommended.
VIA Italian Table
VIA Italian Table 89 Shrewsbury Street, Worcester
508.754.4842
www.viaitaliantable.com

VIA is the essence of Italian dining full of charm and great aromas with our open kitchen complete with brick oven bread, baked daily, hearty meats such as tenderloin, pork and chicken slowly turning and roasting on our spit, and the joys of gelato being created right before your eyes. In Italian VIA means "the way". Come to VIA and enjoy "the way" they embrace their travel memories, their family recipes, and American traditions which are so important to them.

Member Offer: Show your membership card and theatre ticket to receive a free appetizer or dessert with dinner entrée. Offer good the day/night of the show only.
Viva Bene Italian Ristorante
Viva Bene Italian Ristorante 144 Commercial St, Worcester, MA
508.799.9999
www.vivabene.com

Viva Bene Ristorante, conveniently located in downtown Worcester Commercial Street, is a breathtaking dining experience.

From the moment you enter to the time you leave, your dining experience is truly unique. Viva Bene offers an array of succulent and innovative Appetizers, Entrees, Desserts, and a full-service bar menu to charm the most discriminating palate.

Free Validated Parking is available at the Worcester Fashion Outlet Mall Garage when there is no Centrum or other downtown event.


Member Offer: Viva Bene is pleased to be able to provide special Dinner+Entertainment packages to allow you to enjoy a relaxing pre-show meal at affordable prices and one-stop-shopping convenience for reservations. Call (508) 797-0007 for more information.
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Where in the WOO is Gingy?

Where in the WOO is Gingy?

Where in the WOO is Gingy? features Gingy, the lovable gingerbread character from the upcoming production of Shrek The Musical. Gingy will be visiting 30 WOO venues over the course of the next 30 days, starting Friday, January 20! Let us know where he is each day, and if you get it right, you'll be entered into the grand prize drawing including:

-4 tickets to Shrek The Musical on Saturday, February 25 at 2pm
- 4 tickets to the "Shreking" make up/costume process for Shrek (for a preview, copy and paste this link: http://youtu.be/wr4OqxOPYf8)
-An overnight stay at the Beechwood Hotel
-Lunch or dinner at Ceres Bistro

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Preview of the "Shreking"

Preview of the "Shreking"

If you've ever wondered how the actor who plays Shrek in the Broadway Tour gets his "make-ogre" then be sure to play along with our "Where in the WOO is Gingy" contest.

In the meantime, check out the video for a sneak peek of what happens behind the scenes!
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Be an Instrumental Partner!

Be an Instrumental Partner!

Help to bring the joy of music to Worcester Public School students by bringing any instrument that is no longer being played to either the WICN studios or The Hanover Theatre in downtown Worcester. All instruments are welcome, and they can be in any condition, because the David French Music Company in Westborough has generously agreed to repair them before they are donated to Worcester Public School students who cannot afford to buy or rent them. Call WICN at 508.752.0700 for more information.
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