Bocado Birthday; Movember Party; Umbria Menu

WESTSIDE — Bocado is celebrating its fifth birthday, and to celebrate, the restaurant is passing a deal on to its customers. On Wednesday, beginning at 5 p.m., the burger stack and draft beer will be half-off. Reservations can be made online or by calling (404) 815-1399. [EaterWire]

GRANT PARK — Republic Social House is hosting a Movember party and facial hair contest on Saturday, November 22, starting at 10 p.m. Best facial hair — beards, mustaches, or both — will garner bar cash. Entertainment will be provided by Rare Form DJ Crew. [EaterWire]

BUCKHEAD — Portofino is shining a light on the Umbria region of Italy with a limited-edition menu this month. The special offerings include lentil stew with fried egg; pork sausage and pork brodo; stuffed heritage sausage with black truffle, pecorino, parsnip puree, and farrotto; and duck pappardelle with smoked duck, stewed tomato, oregano, and clove. [EaterWire]