Two brothers from Romania who have lived in North Naples for many years launched a local restaurant this month that pairs American and Romanian cuisine. Tableside Restaurant opened in the 2,225-square-foot space that most recently was Alpine Restaurant for more than 10 years and, initially, was Bajio Mexican Grill in the Galleria Shoppes at Vanderbilt on the corner of Airport-Pulling and Vanderbilt Beach roads.
What comprises Romanian cuisine? “A lot of meat dishes. A lot of vegetables, as well,” said Chef-manager Gabriel Ilie, who co-owns the new local restaurant with his brother, Daniel.
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