DanCole42 Posted November 29, 2007 Share Posted November 29, 2007 So here's the deal. I've got $30 per person to spend. Either lunch or dinner in the vicinity of 18th and Connecticut NW. What do you think? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keithstg Posted November 29, 2007 Share Posted November 29, 2007 So here's the deal. I've got $30 per person to spend. Either lunch or dinner in the vicinity of 18th and Connecticut NW.What do you think? How about lunch at Spezie? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanCole42 Posted November 29, 2007 Author Share Posted November 29, 2007 How about lunch at Spezie?Cheapest app + cheapest entree = $26I think we'd have trouble staying under $30. What about something with a buffet? Usually we go to the Mayflower seafood buffet, but we're low on cash this year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monsterriffs Posted November 29, 2007 Share Posted November 29, 2007 Cheapest app + cheapest entree = $26I think we'd have trouble staying under $30. What about something with a buffet? Usually we go to the Mayflower seafood buffet, but we're low on cash this year. How many people? Hank's could be a viable option, maybe Sushi Taro as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keithstg Posted November 29, 2007 Share Posted November 29, 2007 Cheapest app + cheapest entree = $26I think we'd have trouble staying under $30. What about something with a buffet? Usually we go to the Mayflower seafood buffet, but we're low on cash this year. I guess. You could try somewhere that has extended restaurant week lunches ($20.07). Blanking on which restaurants there have done so, though.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanCole42 Posted November 29, 2007 Author Share Posted November 29, 2007 How many people? Hank's could be a viable option, maybe Sushi Taro as well.10-15 people. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanielK Posted November 29, 2007 Share Posted November 29, 2007 If your budget is $30 after tax and tip for 2 courses plus a soft drink, that's basically a $20 food budget. That's a very small amount of money, for any neighborhood. Maybe Daily Grill? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brettashley01 Posted November 29, 2007 Share Posted November 29, 2007 does the party have to revolve aroudn a meal? Why not just head over to Vidalia and get some nibbles with a couple glasses of wine? Maybe McCormick and icks? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mame11 Posted November 29, 2007 Share Posted November 29, 2007 Bring food in. Some of my favorite office parties have been modified pot-lucks. The company provides the meats, everybody else provides the sides and fixin's. Even if you provide all the food, you could have a really nice buffet lunch for $30 a person in the office. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tweaked Posted November 29, 2007 Share Posted November 29, 2007 Malaysia Koptium? At $30 a head for 10-15 if you called I bet they would put together some sort of menu for you, selection of apps, selection of their best dishes etc all served up family style. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanCole42 Posted November 29, 2007 Author Share Posted November 29, 2007 I hate being bought out. We used to do whatever the hell we wanted for a Holiday party, and everyone looked forward to it. Being given this budget by corporate is just a big headache. Merry Christmas, f***ers. Not that we're bitter or anything. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tweaked Posted November 29, 2007 Share Posted November 29, 2007 Restaurant K by Alison Swope? http://www.restaurantkbyalisonswope.com/Sa...taurant%20K.pdf Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goldenticket Posted November 29, 2007 Share Posted November 29, 2007 How about Skewers at 21st and P? Looks like you could either have food catered, or cover some shared appetizers and an entree at lunch. They have always handled groups well when I've been there - it's been a while. I love(d) their chicken kabob salad Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alan7147 Posted November 29, 2007 Share Posted November 29, 2007 I hate being bought out. We used to do whatever the hell we wanted for a Holiday party, and everyone looked forward to it.Being given this budget by corporate is just a big headache. Merry Christmas, f***ers. Not that we're bitter or anything. Don't complain. My office is making all the DC folks train up to headquarters in NYC for a lunch and then train back. 6+ hours on a train for a most likely crappy meal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pat Posted November 29, 2007 Share Posted November 29, 2007 So here's the deal. I've got $30 per person to spend. Either lunch or dinner in the vicinity of 18th and Connecticut NW.What do you think? Luigi's at 19th and L? I've been there with groups but not in any recent time frame. Not great but not bad.You might be able to do Olives for lunch (1600 K). Restaurant K. I see someone already gave the web site for that. McCormick and Schmick would be another possibility. Old standby and a bit of a trip: Old Ebbitt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monsterriffs Posted November 29, 2007 Share Posted November 29, 2007 There's always Nooshi as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hillvalley Posted November 30, 2007 Share Posted November 30, 2007 I hate being bought out. We used to do whatever the hell we wanted for a Holiday party, and everyone looked forward to it.Being given this budget by corporate is just a big headache. Merry Christmas, f***ers. Not that we're bitter or anything. Don't complain. My office is making all the DC folks train up to headquarters in NYC for a lunch and then train back. 6+ hours on a train for a most likely crappy meal.Would you two like some cheese with your whine? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs. B Posted November 30, 2007 Share Posted November 30, 2007 Zorba's on Dupont Circle. I believe they have a private area, their apps are more than satisfactory, might keep our beloved vegan/veggie cousins happy and I would hope that you could work out a beer/wine deal. And when people use up your company's rather minimal stipend they would be close enough to a metro to find their own fun and will have a full stomach. Unless they were expecting steak instead of lamb. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
demandalicious Posted November 30, 2007 Share Posted November 30, 2007 You could scrap the lunch idea and use the money towards an afternoon at Buffalo Billiards with frosty adult beverages and some happytizers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
acevedo81 Posted November 30, 2007 Share Posted November 30, 2007 There is always the classiest establishment in farragut north: recessions Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Waitman Posted November 30, 2007 Share Posted November 30, 2007 Zorba's on Dupont Circle. I believe they have a private area, their apps are more than satisfactory, might keep our beloved vegan/veggie cousins happy and I would hope that you could work out a beer/wine deal. And when people use up your company's rather minimal stipend they would be close enough to a metro to find their own fun and will have a full stomach. Unless they were expecting steak instead of lamb.A wise thought, that. Or, try Bistro du Coin -- there's a semi-separate seating area upstairs. That might push the $30 figure, but not as much as some others.On second thought, $30/head is so tightfisted that you should spend all the money on booze. I reccomend the Camelot club, which is within footsteps of 18th and Conn. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MelGold Posted November 30, 2007 Share Posted November 30, 2007 Would you two like some cheese with your whine?Ah, come on, HV. The PTA will probably make you all a brilliant breakfast spread of Entemmans pastries, fruit salad and OJ...you might even get lucky & get a Box of Joe from Dunkin Donuts! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Cunningham Posted November 30, 2007 Share Posted November 30, 2007 The safest bet would be California Tortilla--get their party buffet platters and buy a couple suitcases of beer. might as well make the most of those $$$$ count Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monsterriffs Posted November 30, 2007 Share Posted November 30, 2007 The safest bet would be California Tortilla--get their party buffet platters and buy a couple suitcases of beer. might as well make the most of those $$$$ count Dang, that's probably the best idea so far. I wish I was eating some CT right now... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimRice Posted November 30, 2007 Share Posted November 30, 2007 On second thought, $30/head is so tightfisted that you should spend all the money on booze. I reccomend the Camelot club, which is within footsteps of 18th and Conn. But the beers there are like $7-8 each. Or so I've heard Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
demandalicious Posted November 30, 2007 Share Posted November 30, 2007 I recommend the Camelot club, which is within footsteps of 18th and Conn.CONFERENCE ROOM C! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
agm Posted November 30, 2007 Share Posted November 30, 2007 Well, since "whining" has already been mentioned ... My office is having "Grilled Chicken, Grilled Pit Roast Beef, Maryland Pit Ham, Sauteed Spinach, Green Beans w/Almonds, Home Style Potato Salad, Italian Pasta Salad, Corn Bread, Lemonade and Iced Tea." On paper plates with plastic utensils, in our training room. For the low, low price of $21. No, that's not what the office pays, that's what WE pay if we choose to go to the party. Desserts? They're asking for volunteers to bring something. So, now I have to decide where I'll be enjoying a long lunch on December 19. I wonder how far $21 will take me? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
squidsdc Posted November 30, 2007 Share Posted November 30, 2007 I looked at the menu at Restaurant K, and I can't see how you guys are thinking that'll come in at $30 a person. Maybe Luigi's or Nooshi...better yet, get thee to the Greek Deli and have him do a fine bit of catering for you. There's no way you'll be spending $30 a head. Then spend the extra $$ on booze. Or, if you want to hang out somewhere with a sit down area go to Vapiano. Pasta made to order, salads and pizza, and most importantly, a bar with happy hour specials. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam23 Posted November 30, 2007 Share Posted November 30, 2007 I looked at the menu at Restaurant K, and I can't see how you guys are thinking that'll come in at $30 a person. Maybe Luigi's or Nooshi...better yet, get thee to the Greek Deli and have him do a fine bit of catering for you. There's no way you'll be spending $30 a head. Then spend the extra $$ on booze. Or, if you want to hang out somewhere with a sit down area go to Vapiano. Pasta made to order, salads and pizza, and most importantly, a bar with happy hour specials.I was going to say call the Greek Deli guy and have him cater. It would be a lot less than $30 a person and good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goldenticket Posted January 18, 2008 Share Posted January 18, 2008 So here's the deal. I've got $30 per person to spend. Either lunch or dinner in the vicinity of 18th and Connecticut NW.What do you think? So where did you all wind up for your party??How about Skewers at 21st and P? Looks like you could either have food catered, or cover some shared appetizers and an entree at lunch. They have always handled groups well when I've been there - it's been a while. I love(d) their chicken kabob salad Looks like I'm not the only who likes that salad Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanCole42 Posted January 18, 2008 Author Share Posted January 18, 2008 So where did you all wind up for your party??Bertucci's, where $30 will take you a very, very long way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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