[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 146 (2000), Part 18]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 26561]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]



                         THE MONOCLE RESTAURANT

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                             HON. BOB BARR

                               of georgia

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, December 8, 2000

  Mr. BARR of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to honor and recognize 
The Monocle restaurant in Washington, DC. The Monocle was founded in 
1960 by ``Connie'' Valanos and his father, veteran restauranteur George 
Valanos. Today, the restaurant is owned and operated by Connie's son, 
John Valanos. This year The Monocle celebrates its 40th anniversary.
  The Monocle is one of our nation's Capital's finest dining 
establishments. It has been one of the few restaurants that, year after 
year, helps set the standard for fine dining in Washington, DC. The 
food, ambience, and courteous staff all contribute to make a visit to 
The Monocle one to remember and cherish, as have so many of our 
nation's political leaders for 40 years.
  The Monocle's location and building are further reminders of the 
unique history of which the restaurant has become a significant part.
  I join many of my colleagues in recognizing the owners and the 
employees of The Monocle, as it celebrates 40 years of culinary 
excellence in Washington, DC.

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