Price Reductions & Food Improvements Coming to RFKby John P. Yuda
Nationals Farm Authority Staff Writer
Monday, July 10, 2006 @ 1:23 PM
WASHINGTON ? Nationals Team President Stan Kasten today announced several changes aimed at improving the fan experience at RFK Stadium.
Beginning July 25, 1000 each of tickets currently priced $11 and $7 will be reduced to $5 and $3 respectively, for the remainder of the season. In addition to these ticket price reductions, a value meal consisting of a hot dog, chips and soft drink will be introduced at a price of $7.50.
Further food improvements include the addition of a food court on the Capitol View Terrace, located behind home plate between the 300 and 400 levels. This food court will be open to all fans, and will include food provided by local vendors. The stadium will also feature new Red Hot & Blue and Papa John?s stands on the 500 level while maintaining the presence of these vendors downstairs.
Beyond this, look for new carts around the stadium selling popcorn, ice cream and microbrew beer. There will also be three new grills added ? two on the 500 level and 1 on the 200 level.
Menu additions to new and existing grill locations will include: half smokes, cheese steaks, red hots, white bockwurst, bratwurst, Abels and Heyman all-beef hot dogs, Neshama spicy Italian sausage, potato knishes. Condiments will also be improved, including the addition of spicy brown mustard.
It?s not just the menu that is being overhauled. Aramark is adding some more experienced employees from other stadiums, and the Nationals have partnered with LRA Worldwide for intensive customer service training for all game-day staff.
Further upgrades to the ballpark include new landscaping outside, a thorough cleaning both in the seating bowl and on the concourses, and upgrades to the players? clubhouse.
?GRAND RE-OPENING WEEKEND? FACT SHEETSTADIUM RENOVATIONS AND IMPROVEMENTS
Beautification of Stadium Landscape (re-planted flower beds)
Team-Colored (Red and Blue) Tennis Court Netting around main entrance to Stadium
Washington Nationals Light Pole Banners throughout Stadium grounds
Upgraded carpet, furniture and TV?s for Player Clubhouse
ADDITIONS AND IMPROVEMENTS TO BALLPARK MENU
Opening of the Terrace Food Court (formerly the Capitol View Terrace), featuring two ? four themed food concepts from the local area and a casual gathering location for beverages
Addition of three new grill locations on the 200 (1) and 500 (2) levels
Conversion of grill cart on the 200 level to feature: Half Smokes, Bratwurst, White Bockwurst, and Red Hot
Expansion of current offerings throughout the stadium; Red Hot & Blue (500 level outfield), Papa John?s Pizza (500 Level Outfield), and Glatt Kosher Stand (200 Level 3rd Base)
Addition of portable stands throughout the stadium that will feature Fresh Popped Popcorn, Micro Brews, and Ice Cream Machines
Expanded services for Diamond Club and Suite ticket holders
Addition of menu items at concessions stands throughout the stadium:
Cheese Steaks
Half Smokes
Red Hot Dogs
Bockwurst
Bratwurst
Abels and Heyman All Beef Hot Dogs
Neshama Spicy Italian Sausage
Potato Knish
Brown Mustard
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