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WH ITB YFREE PRESSÇ FOR YOUR DINING PLEASURE El Stavros is a unique place to dine out By BARRY MURKAR Free Press Staf f El Stavros restaurant at the corner of King and Wilson in Oshawa is unique for several reasons. Care and thought went in- to the design and decor of thîs fine eating establish- ment that is located on the site of a former root beer and hot dog emporium. Along with the exterior and interior design which leans desire to make people feel comfortable and at the same time serve them food they will enjoy. t was wit.h some surpirse that we learned that El Stavros was built on the former site of the A & W. Lt was a complete surprise to walk into this establishment and see just what architects and interior designers can do. We visited El Stavros last week and the moment we set foot inside, we were delight-, fully pleased with the decor, Whitby Ambulance Service During the week that en- ded at midnight last Thur- sday the Whitby Ambulance Service responded to 93 calîs for service. According to service co- owner BillCocker the ser- vice responded to 25 calîs of a routine nature and to 40 standby calîs for other am- bulance services in Oshawa and Ajax. The service also respon- ded to 28 emnergency calîs including two motor vehicles accidents. Cocker said that he wants to remind Whitby residents that the numbSer to caîl for ambulance service is 723- 5232. AVAILABLE FOR CHRISTMAS PARTIES. the furnishings and the floor layout. There are several rooms, and some of the eating areas areas are at elevated levels. As it hap- pened, we were seated at a table where we could look down on the tables below. Mirrors and potted tropical plants give the illusion of depth and privacy for the diners. The ighting is soft, the chairs are high-backed and comfortable. It is pleasant even before you start eating. We were greeted at the door by Romero Santos, the Maitre D' and after being escorted to a table, told us we would be looked af ter by him personally. Romero suggested a red wine of Italian vintage that was very acceptable to the taste buds. This was followed by tossed salad, rolîs and garlic bread and plen ty of time to. enjoy it before the main course was served. Joy had shrimps "scam- pi" a touch of the Italian style seasoned in butter and served on rice. She thoroughly enjoyed the whole plate. I decided on the prime ribs of beef, El Stavros and it was tender, tasty and juicy. The serving was large and 1 had trouble getting through it aIl. The beef plate also was served k~ýA \~R4SDA H SdiNirNc1 LOUNI1E CHRISTMAS SHOPPER SPECIALS BUY ONE -GET ONE FREEI 1 ~ Rib Eye Steak ..............$25625 Bleu $595 Dee gScnltedScallops ...$...4 75 SBrochette of Beef Verandah ...........$ 5 S Ail dinners inci.: SaIld Bar, Pot ato & Vegetab- I ofithe Day, French Bread & Butter Served 5p.m. -8:30 p.m. i~ whnPlease preseni this cGupon~2 whnorderlng - offeor expires Dc.2 - Plus BUSINESSMEN'S LUNCHEON MENU Tae the elevator in the Lobby Mt 40 King St. W. Oshawa 579-0416 Major Credit Cards *#~~#4~4 * FREE PARKING 110 Dunlop St. E., (corner Green St,.) * Whitby 668-1412 *Open 6days week 11a.m. -a8p.m. * * * *1I~ with a baked potato. El Stavros is owned by Tony Tzalis and Steve Givellas and opened on March 1, 1979. Unfor- tunately on that date, Tony was i11 and Steve had back trouble and neither of them were on hand. Romero had to handie the official opening. The restaurant handies up to 100 pe.ople, has several rooms, and 12 small lounges. About 16 persons are em- ployed here. They will close early Christmas Eve and be closed on Christmas day. From Wednesday through Saturday you can enjoy the music of Jim Paris on the organ andý vibrophones. There is a small dance floor for those wishing a little exercise after a delightful meal. The restaurant specializes in steaks and sea foods, but has also won a reputation for superb back spare ribs at a very rnoderate price. A salad bar is also included with the businessman's lun- cheon and with certain din- ners at the evening hour. Not only did Romero sit down and chat with us, but Steve, -one of the owners, also met us and made us feel very much a t home. All in alI, it was a very pleasant evening, good food, excellent service and served at a very reasonable price. The Free Press dining page can recommend El Stavros to anyone who wants a special dining treat, in a very special atmosphere, and at a price that most people can still afford. I I I FAMILY HOUSE Restaurant is now Iicensed and Under New Management Luncheon & Dinner Iess than $5.95 * * * * * * *