‘Ring-A-Ding Deuce’

It’s all about “Ring-A-Ding Deuce” at Deuce Restaurant and Bar, 1040 N. Second St., where the Las Vegas Strip, the Great White Way and the fashionable and trendy South Beach converge for a special event from 7 p.m.-midnight Aug. 15.

It’ll definitely be a “see-and-be-seen” scene where alternative types of all stripes mix and mingle with the gay-friendly vibe that typifies Deuce any night of the week.

Partiers will enjoy new menu items from Deuce, a complimentary Bacardi rum bar, Coors Light giveaways, the top-five open-mic performances, a special showing of “Swingers” presented by Think Music, tunes provided by DJ Psydde Delicious and goodie bags.

The night continues at the official after-party at Zee Bar Private Social Club, 100 Spring Garden St.

For information, call (215) 413-3822 or visit www.deucerestaurant.com.

First Great City Grill heats up

The first annual Great City Grill, hosted by the Bellevue, will heat up from 5-9 p.m. Aug. 15 on Walnut Street between Broad and 15th by the side of the Park Hyatt Philadelphia at the Bellevue.

Participating restaurants will include The Palm, XIX Nineteen, Ted’s Montana Grill and Capital Grille, featuring food ranging from $5-$15. Cocktails and summer drinks by XIX Nineteen will be available, as well as gelato by Capogiro. Music will be provided by DJ Razor.

“It’s called the Great City Grill because it’s time Philadelphia took on the mantle of ‘Great’ instead of ‘Next Great’ city,” said Andrew Speizman, building manager for the Bellevue. “This event was created to get people out and about on a Wednesday night in August and to enjoy a hot night in the city.”

For information, visit www.bellevuephiladelphia.com.

Twenty21 features salmon

Chef Townsend Wentz of Twenty21, 2005 Market St., is cooking up lots of fresh salmon these days.

His latest and greatest dish is Alaskan King Salmon, flown in from Bristol Bay, Alaska. Recently, Wentz served as celebrity chef on NBC 10 promoting the salmon recipe, which has deep orange hues, rich flavors and heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids.

For more information, call (215) 851-6262 or visit www.twenty-21.com.

Jazz brunch at Lucky Strike

Lucky Strike Lanes, 1336 Chestnut St., has launched a monthly jazz brunch buffet, the first Sunday of every month.

The management said afternoons at the alley will be in full swing as the chic bowling and entertainment complex comes alive with jazz music and a scrumptious buffet.

The brunch will feature live music performed by Philadelphia jazz musicians from 1-3 p.m. while patrons can enjoy delicious food and drink specials, featuring $5 Bloody Mary cocktails and $5 glasses of champagne.

The brunch costs $20 per person, not including tax and gratuity.

For information, call (215) 545-2471 or visit www.bowlluckystrike.com.

Happy hour at Keating’s River

Keating’s River Grill, 201 S. Columbus Blvd. in the Hyatt Regency at Penn’s Landing, specializes in chops and seafood and is featuring different events for your dining pleasure.

There’s the wine-tasting and fondue happy hour on weekdays, complimentary fondue with all meals, a monthly rotation of wines and four hours of free parking.

For information, call (215) 521-6509 or visit www.keatingsrivergrill.com.