Hank’s Oyster Bar Owner’s Newly-Revamped Italian Outpost in Alexandria Opens This Week | Eater DC

"I learned that after being closed for renovations since last fall, Hank & Mitzi’s Italian Kitchen — named in honor of Jamie Leeds’ parents and formerly Hank’s Pasta Bar — opens for dinner service at 600 Montgomery Street in Alexandria on Thursday, August 13. The casual Italian neighborhood spot will serve individual pizzas (including the Mitzi, topped with mozzarella, provolone, and asiago), pasta dishes such as linguine and clams carried over from Hank’s Pasta Bar, and small plates to share like grilled octopus and fried calamari; Leeds’ family recipes also appear on the menu, from "Hank’s Meatballs" to his mother’s chicken cacciatore. Executive chef Chris Edwards, most recently of Hank’s Oyster Bar on the Wharf and with more than 20 years of experience including the Salamander Resort and Spa and Patowmack Farm, will oversee the kitchen after Will Artley stepped away due to COVID-19 so Leeds could keep senior chefs employed. Wines draw mainly from Italy, cocktails lean toward Italian classics featuring ingredients like Campari, rosé, and San Pellegrino, and the beer list will rotate seasonally with Italian favorites. Hank & Mitzi’s will offer outdoor and indoor dining, takeout, and delivery, with hours Tuesday–Thursday 4–9 p.m., Friday 4–10 p.m., Saturday 12–10 p.m., and Sunday 12–8 p.m." - Adele Chapin