Hank & Mitzi's Closes For 'Foreseeable Future' In Alexandria

ALEXANDRIA, VA — Hank & Mitzi's Kitchen, the spinoff of Hank's Pasta Bar from the same restaurant group, has closed until further notice in Alexandria.

The restaurant made the announcement on its website and social media. The closure is in effect "for the foreseeable future."

"Opening a restaurant in the middle of a global pandemic was not without challenges and even with dedicated staff and loyal customers we find ourselves needing to pause, regroup, and determine the best way to move forward in this space," the website stated.

Located at 600 Montgomery Street in North Old Town, Hank & Mitzi's opened in August 2020 amid the pandemic. The former Hank's Pasta Bar had closed for renovations in September 2019 and was planned to reopen as Hank & Mitzi's Italian Kitchen. Owned by Jamie Leeds Restaurant Group, the restaurant was named after Chef Jamie Leeds's parents, Hank and Mitzi.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, the restaurant emphasized takeout delivery and dine-in service with safety precautions. Just about a month after opening, the restaurant's chef Chris Edwards won an episode of Food Network's "Chopped."

The restaurant thanked customers on its website and the opportunity to serve the North Old Town Community.

Other restaurants of the Jamie Leeds Restaurant Group are Hank's Oyster Bar in Old Town Alexandria, DC's Wharf and DC's Dupont Circle.