Stone Hearth Bistro (7071 Bayers Road, 454-2888) is two eateries in one: a full service bistro and bar on one side, with seating for 95, and on the other side, Stone Hearth Cafe, offering coffee, lunch and baked goods for take away. The business also caters. Chef Phillip Smith has spent over 20 years in the food service industry and is an award-winning dessert creator. Stone Hearth also partners with Metroworks to offer training opportunities for disadvantaged individuals to gain employment experience.
This article appears in Dec 15-21, 2011.