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SPONSORED CONTENT Blue 5 Restaurant Awful Arthur's Seafood Company Celebrate Beer at Blue 5 Seafood Lovers Rejoice NOAH MAGNIFICO Awful Arthur's takes pride in Roanoker readers awarding them "Freshest Seafood." TONY BARBOUR Blue 5 offers the largest selection of craft beer in Southwest Virginia. Great food and unique brews promise a delightful time for patrons. Awful Arthur's offers the freshest seafood in town. EXCEPTIONAL SOUTHERN CUISINE, the largest selection of craft beer AWFUL ARTHUR'S NOT ONLY HAS the most complete raw bar in in the region, and a variety of live music two nights each week make the state, but The Roanoker readers have awarded them Platinum Blue 5 one of the most popular restaurants in downtown Roanoke. for Freshest Seafood and Silver for Best Sliders in the 2016 Dining Readers of The Roanoker awarded Blue 5 Platinum for Best Craft Awards. Beer Selection, Gold for Best Live Entertainment and Silver for Since opening their downtown location in 1994, they take pride Best for a Private Party or Celebration in the 2017 Dining Awards. in serving up fresh fish along with other great items on their menu. They were also awarded the 2016 Best Craft Beer Bar in Virginia From oysters, shrimp and crab legs, to tacos, boneless wings and by Craftbeer.com. Their 46 taps are always stocked with the finest freshly made sandwiches, it's not just seafood lovers who will have a local, regional and national craft beers, as well as multiple options huge list of great options to choose from without breaking the bank. for bottled beer. Their beer menu changes weekly, so beer lovers Their second location in Salem offers the same great, fresh seafood are encouraged to visit often! in a casual dining setting. Both spots take part in events such as the If you're looking to book a private event, there are several popular Boo Bash, Bitter Mixxer and New Year's Eve parties, plus the great options. The Red Room offers privacy for large parties, the large, flat screen TVs are perfect for watching the big games. Guests Mezzanine offers a birds-eye view of the Guitar Bar and The White will also enjoy free WiFi and outside patio dining. In addition, they Room features floor-to-ceiling windows with incredible downtown offer space for private meetings and parties. city views and a large, airy ballroom feel. All of the spaces have their own bar access and are semi to fully private "Blue 5 is a unique Roanoke destination for beer lovers, music lovers, and special occasions alike," says general manager Angela Natt. "We Daily specials, 2-4-1 offers, "Fresh Catch" lunches and unique entrees are showcased on their Facebook page. The live entertainment is listed on their website each week, with local artists who are sure to please music-lovers. invite everyone to come and treat themselves to a Blue 5 experience." Enjoy the freshest seafood, sample new beers, hear the hottest And they are far more than just a venue. "We offer all-inclusive bands in town and never miss the next game. And of course, as they services for our clients. We cater the food, provide bar service, say: Get Awful! furniture, decorations, linens, and can even help book a live band or DJ for our events." Awful Arthur's Seafood Company Blue 5 Restaurant 108 Campbell Avenue SE, Roanoke 312 2nd Street, Roanoke 1302 West Main Street, Salem 540-904-5338 | blue5restaurant.com 540-344-2997 (Roanoke) | 540-387-1004 (Salem) Private Events: 540-598-2174 awfularthursseafood.com 54 | JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2016 THEROANOKER.COM