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mTW' iMt¥*•'T't.iaSlfi«ifSSi -X-- ‘f'(W!LvV*'.t lt;'lt;■: :iLONG U*Uo“lww MA»ur*cTMm.*?fe»!• STr)£The Tom Ross Restaurantiifc'.- •\ wmSGii..• J i* -few #0$sThe Eagles Nest Loungevmmmfev.*€wr~-*** WGli’S NEST LOUNGEmSfci-V*» 'V: j###m.#■*4!•'-Y • V:W.WV’-.Vi■I ■lt; *“,i I1 ' • I-MI ►*■M■m:• lt;*-I £ J%k»*/ft! r/*•a■*s S»tiff,vr--w.v' • '.•■jIIs*t (sr1H*y\ .«*•f J--■*:?.THE TOM ROSS CHARCOAL HOUSE RESTAURANT in thenew Ramada Inn is named and patterned after Its illustrious predecessor in Washington-, D. C. Three meals are served each day, and the restaurant seats 160 persons. The dinner menu features 40 entrees, emphasizing beef, seafood and Southern dishes, along with appetizers, salads and desserts for which Tom Ross restaurants have become famous in the mid-Atlantic states. ^ The restaurant is located on the lower level of the Inn, accessible from a covered parking facility. Adjacent to the restaurant, and just below an elaborately landscaped terrace is an expansive outdoor patio, available for receptions and parties come Spring.OverlookingPetersburgFROM ATOP THE NEW RAMADA INN, now thetallest building in Petersburg, the view over the surrounding area is “historically speaking” terrainthat has become an important destination.for U. S.Civil War buffs. Stra'tegicaily, Petersburg was vital to the defense of Richmond, and with its fall came the demise of the Capitol of the Confederacy. The story of The Crater at Petersburg, and the Union-planted mine explosion which caused it, has been recounted over and over in stories about the War. it was a sad day on April 2nd, 1865, when Lee was farced to evacuate Petersburg, one week prior to his surrender at Appomattox. The dark episode is more than a century distant; and Petersburg has Jong since revived to become the major economic center of Southsjde Virginia. It is the determination of the Ramada Inn’s owners and management staff to be continually responsive to the expectations of the people of this community and to provide the highest standards of operation and services. We want Petersburg to be proud of us as we are proud to be here,” asserts a spokesman for Ramada's proprietors.•*?S':'vfir[-'YSr-VIT:K-yr’.ry.jtMX i.i::4s?**v;i: lt;*■THE EAGLES NEST . . . We’re still trying to find out who gave tne-new Ramada inns Lounge its name, and why. It's location ts definitely neither high nor precipitous. But waiting to solve this puzzle hasn't kept patrons from already discovering that The Eagles Nest is the '’happiest place in town. The nightly sound is quite contemporary and will be as.new entertainment groups are booked in during coming months. The Lounge is a big and comfortable place to relax while whiling away the cares'of the day. Behind the big bar expert mixologists concoct beautiful beverages calculated to make even happier the happiest of happy hours. During weekday lunch hours, sandwiches, as well as cocktails, beers and wines are served in the Lounge. The Eagles Nest is on the lower level of the Inn, just steps from Tom Ross' Charcoal Hearth Restaurant. The hoppin' happenings go on until 1 AM, Mondays through Saturdays.kkWhat Petersburg NeedsRamada inns have done it again, this time blessing Petersburg, Virginia, with the newest in its ‘ tamed chain of 750 international hostelries.Already, in the short time since it opened, hundreds ol South-side Virginians, and overnight guests from all section's of the country have stopped ir» at the new Petersburg Ramada Inn, on Washington Street, near 1-95, Exit 3. Many have expressed in their own words what amounts to the consensus: “This is what Petersburg needed.”The City of Petersburg has grown • In eminence, over the past several years, as one of the nation’s foremost Civil War historical meccas. its Tourist Council and the Chamber of Commerce have contributed importantly -to this achievement. At the same time, the community has become increasingly attractive as a gathering place for convention groups and for meetings of business, professional and fraternal organizations.The new Ramada Inn is designed and wilt be operated tomeet the needs of vacationtravelers stopping here, and of The groups up to 6Q0 requiring faInn has ample parking spaces, many of them under ciiitfes for a single event or for coyer, within steps of Its en-extended conferences. In addl- trance doorways. Within astone's throw is the Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike (1-95); andUan, Its public restaurant and lounge are sure to be welcome spots for any who drop in to enjoy the pleasure of Ramada’s hospitality, friendly service, refreshing libations and excellent food.The central location of Petersburg’s new Ramada Inn makes it so convergent to the downtown area, so easy to reach, and sn accessible to motorists.nearby are highways U. S. 1, 301, 460 and Virginia 36. The Inn sits prominently behind Petersburg’s Tourist Information Center, on Washington Street. The Petersburg Chamber of Commerce has established its new office just off the main lobby of the Jnn.GUEST ROOMS at the new Ramada Inn, in Petersburg, are luxurious, spacious, comfortable and inviting. These adjectives are not the Inn's but those of patrons who have already enjoyed their stays here in the area's most up-to-date hostelry. The Petersburg Ramada has 200 guest accommodations, of which 156 are large rooms each with two double beds. In 36 rooms there is a king-size bed. The remainder are executive suites, and there is a very special bridal suite. Each guest unit has individually controlled heating and air-conditioning. In season the Ramada Inn's outdoor healed pool is free for guests’ use.Petersburg’s Largest Convention FacilitiesCHEF ANDRE was practicing his culinary creativity in Tom Ftoss s kilchen when Tom opened his original Charcoal Hearth Restaurant, in Georgetown, Washington, D. C.. in the late 50’s, Pete Andre got an early start in the business in his father's Broad Street restaurant in Richmond. Pete's ancestry is Greek, but he was born about as far from famed Hellas as you can get ... in Richmond. Virginia. At age 17 he entered the U. S. Army, and served during World War II as an army cook on Okinawa and Guam, and for a time at the headquarters of Admiral Nimitz. After Ins discharge from duties as mess sergeant fie worked :n eleven different restaurants of a motel cham. c ening six of them. Pete Andre has been married for 26 years. The Andres have three children, one in cojlege and two in public schools in Richmond, from where Pete commutes daily to his Job as chef at the new Petersburg Ramada Jnn.SMALL GATHERINGS find the Ramada Inn’s Hospitality Suites ideal for meetings, intimate receptions, and executive sessions. Each suite has a portable bar, and may be set up for a meal function.. The Inn has two suites, available for booking with larger convention groups, or for individual occasions.CONVENTION FACILITIES a! Petersburg's new Ramada Inn are the largest in any hostelry in the area. When opened to full capacity, three separate meeting rooms: Washington. Jefferson and Madison constitute The Presidential Room, r.nnahtr seating 600 (thoano-stvtc) lo- ar.for a meal funebon. The ihrco sor ilp roomri v55seat 350, 100 and 100 for meetings, and 225 and 55 for meals. Two hpspilality syjtes in the Ramada Inn are designed for'smaller group meeHings. The Banquet Sales Department has readied a variety of menues for buffet and table service meals, as well as for small and large cocktail parties and receptions. Reservations are now.be-■nq token for private Christmas season and New V-' 'Vr- , ■; wi. •' '!• hh-iQi;':cr hmhvQ qqulsL .. 3c:r*;?ict nmhuc-g, pi if.. :•and details may be had by calling Banquet Sales, at (804) 733-0000. You have only to remember the '733”, The rasi is nothing at all.' ' ’ v * * 'i ■“* * ‘ •“ * ' — ‘' Ir~ . i *lt;r L —%**■ « N •. . . r*» ■PETERSBURG ON THE CONVENTION CIRCUITis a primary aim of Jean Lum, sales director for the city’s new Ramada Inn, as she promotes itsfacilities to organizations who will come here, use them, and bring dollars into the local economy. Mrs. Lum, whose progenitors have been around these parts, for several generations, is excited about Petetirourg and her job which she hopes will help enhance the community as a tourist attraction and as a recognized gathering place for groups which will find here all they want and need to happily and successfully conduct their meetings.-mm. formerly a ■'.motion dmeclor with PpiCiSburg s Walnut fyialj shopping center, wantsit known that the new Ramada Inn extends a warm welcome to'visitors referred here by local resfc dents who want to feel assured that they are recommending J?eare by a friend. •*¥
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Petersburg Progress Index
Petersburg, Virginia, US
Tue, Dec 02, 1975
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