Provided by GV Destinations
Canton, Ohio (May 13, 2020) – Gervasi Vineyard plans to reopen its doors to all four on-site restaurants/venues in May (The Bistro, The Crush House Wine Bar & Eatery, The Piazza and The Still House). In addition, the company will also reopen both the outdoor and indoor dining to its sister property, The Twisted Olive, located in Green. This announcement is following Governor DeWine’s “Stay Safe Ohio Order” stating restaurants are permitted to begin serving patrons for outdoor dining effective Friday, May 15, and indoor dining on Thursday, May 21.
“Gervasi Vineyard has always strived to go above and beyond to exceed our guests’ expectations and provide a platinum level hospitality experience,” said Ted Swaldo, Owner/Proprietor, GV Destinations. “Our goal is to exemplify excellence on every level and will continue to do so as we add in new safety standards for our valued guests.”
As a directive of Governor DeWine’s procedures on safety for restaurants, GV Destinations will follow the health department’s guidelines for best practices, including elevated cleaning and sanitation guidelines and protocols. These practices include: all employees will be pre-screened with temperature checks and required to wear masks, gloves to be used for designated kitchen and cleaning duties, and consistent handwashing and sanitation will be emphasized. The standard 6 foot guideline for social distancing will be put in to practice at all establishments.
“We are thrilled to reopen our doors and welcome back our loyal guests,” said Scott Swaldo, General Manager, GV Destinations. “While things may look different, we are fully committed to taking care of the health and safety of both our guests and our staff. As such, we are implementing not only the recommended protocols, but also the best practice guidelines for restaurants. We are committed to ‘The Ohio Restaurant Promise’ and want our guests to feel safe as they enjoy their dining experience.”
Outdoor dining is approved for Ohio residents beginning as early as this Friday, May 15. As such, Gervasi Vineyard will initially reopen its wine bar and eatery, The Crush House, located on the south side of the sprawling 55-acre estate. Nearly half of the restaurant’s seating is outdoors, between the patio in the front of the venue, and the wrap-around balcony located on the upper level, which overlooks the estate. During this first week of opening, reservations will be taken and are strongly recommended for the 50+ outdoor seats (weather permitting). For reservations, call (330) 497-1000 ext 521. NOTE: reservations are temporary and will conclude May 21.
The Crush House will initially reopen its dining room with special hours for lunch and dinner, Monday through Saturday, from noon to 8 p.m. (closed Sundays). The indoor dining room and tasting bar will reopen the following week on Thursday, May 21. Once the restaurant reopens for indoor dining, all guests will be sat first come, first serve both inside and outside. In addition, the restaurant will continue to offer carryout and curbside service during the same operating hours.
“As we prepare to reopen, our staff is working diligently to ensure that each of our restaurants meet the mandated guidelines,” said Gretchen Wendell, Director of Food & Beverage and Quality Assurance, GV Destinations. “In each restaurant we have re-evaluated the floor plans in compliance to meet social distancing standards and maximum party size guidelines. We have installed handwashing stations at the entrances for guests, switched to disposable menus, and will offer touchless check presentation to ensure we are acting in the safest manner possible. We look forward to hosting you and ‘Celebrating Life’ again!”
The Twisted Olive, owned by The Swaldo Family and operating under GV Destinations, will also reopen for outdoor dining on Friday, May 15 for lunch and dinner (weather permitting). Located in Green, adjacent to Boettler and Southgate Parks, The Twisted Olive provides beautiful outdoor dining options with a large semi-covered deck on the upper level in the back of the restaurant facing the parks, as well as a covered patio on the lower level. Reservations for full service outdoor dining are recommended by calling (330) 899-0550 ext. 643.
The Twisted Olive will also reopen with special dining hours for lunch and dinner, Monday through Saturday, from noon to 8 p.m. (remains closed Sundays). The indoor dining room as well as the specialty dining rooms on the upper and lower levels will reopen the following week on Thursday, May 21. In addition, the restaurant will continue to offer carryout and curbside service during the same operating hours. Reservations are now available through OpenTable online at www.thetwistedolive.com.
The following week, Gervasi’s original Italian restaurant, The Bistro (located in the historic barn near the property’s entrance) will reopen on Thursday, May 21 for dinner. The Bistro’s new hours will be Tuesday through Friday from 5 – 8 p.m., Saturday 4 – 8 p.m. and Sunday from noon – 8 p.m. for lunch and dinner (closed on Mondays). Reservations are now available through OpenTable online at www.gervasivineyard.com.
The estate’s newest venue, The Still House (home to the distillery and Gervasi Spirits) will also reopen on Thursday, May 21. The Still House is designed as coffeehouse by day and cocktail lounge in the evening, with a light menu. As such, to ensure safety and appropriate distancing, the venue will offer hosted seating both indoors and outdoors, with counter ordering and monitored dining space. The outdoor cigar lounge will also reopen.
The Still House will be open seven days a week, with coffee, bar and food service, Monday and Tuesday 7 a.m. – 5 p.m., Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday from 7 a.m. – 10 p.m. and Friday and Saturdays from 7 a.m. – midnight. Note: live music will return to The Still House at a later date. (Live music is currently categorized as “entertainment”, and is not permissible until the governor releases the order; date to be determined.)
Opening details for The Piazza outdoor patio will be announced as soon as available.
Carryout and curbside pickup will remain at GV Destinations and will continue permanently at The Crush House, The Piazza, and The Twisted Olive during posted operating hours. In addition, Family Style Meals will continue to be offered from The Villa Grande at Gervasi Vineyard. Family Style Meals feed 5 – 6 people and may be ordered in advance Monday – Sunday between 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. with pick up between 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Carry out menus and details are available online.
“We are proud to have serviced so many of our guests during this crisis through carryout and curbside pickup. This has now become a staple at several of our restaurants,” said Scott Swaldo. “Introducing the Family Meals has become extremely popular for family get-togethers and celebrations. We are delighted to continue these services.”
The Marketplace boutique gift shop featuring wines, spirits, jewelry, art décor, and home goods, has reopened today with special hours through Sunday, May 24 from noon – 7 pm. Beginning on May 26, regular business hours are Tuesday – Sunday from noon – 7 pm (closed Mondays).
Suites for overnight stays in both The Casa & The Villas continue to be available, offering the ultimate privacy and social distancing in your own private suite with patio, in-room fireplace, beverages, Keurig coffee maker, heated floor and towel bar, robes and slippers, and other high end amenities you would expect from a AAA Four Diamond resort. The GV staff focuses on intensive cleaning in each of the suites and standalone filtration systems exists in each unit. A deluxe Italian continental breakfast is delivered to your room each morning, with options to dine on property, or have lunch or dinner delivered to your suite, contract-free by our courteous staff.
“As a resort, we continue our commitment to cleanliness and safety to ensure the care of our guests,” said Susan Monteleone, Director of Hotel & Resort Operations for GV Destinations. “We clean our guest suites thoroughly and strictly follow all guidelines set for the by the CDC/WHO, as well as our local health department. Our suites are cleaned multiple times with a focus on all high touch surfaces including: light switches, door and faucet handles, luggage racks, closet hangers, remotes, ice containers, curtain pulls, and thermostats. Critical care is given to cleanliness to ensure our guests feel right at home.”
Said Scott Swaldo, “Our number one goal is to ensure our guests feel safe as they venture out this spring/summer season and get to enjoy the true ‘Gervasi experience’.”
For details on all GV Destination’s policies, guidelines and new hours visit GervasiVineyard.com.
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Gervasi Vineyard is located at 1700 55th Street NE, Canton, Ohio, 44721. For more information about Gervasi Vineyard and GV Destinations, visit www.gervasivineyard.com @gervasivineyard on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube or call 330.497.1000.
