ngdb Posted June 9, 2008 Share Posted June 9, 2008 Hello, I have been a member here for a while now, but this is my first post. Thursday is my boyfriend's birthday, and I have planned nothing! I swear I am a good girlfriend, I just kind of dropped the ball this time. I would love suggestions for a great dinner (that will be possible to get into on Thursday) in a fun atmosphere in DC or Northern Virginia. Sadly, I don't have a lot of spare cash, so as much as I would love to spend lots and lots of money on him, I think I could only really manage $125 for two (including wine). We both like all kinds of food and have no allergies. Any help is very much appreciated! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sthitch Posted June 9, 2008 Share Posted June 9, 2008 I am not sure what a fun atmosphere means to the two of you, as it is different from one person to the next. But if you want a lively atmosphere you can try Zaytanya. For something a little more intimate try grabbing a seat at the bar at Corduroy, the price restrictions will limit your wine selection but you should be able to find something by the glass that will help. My favorite time out with my wife recently was having cocktails at P/X and then downstairs for fish and chips, but the good news is that now you don't have to go downstairs they will bring it up to you, you can do something similar at New Heights. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Al Dente Posted June 9, 2008 Share Posted June 9, 2008 How bout Comet? Grab some pies, play some ping-pong. Just don't play on the sidewalk-- you'll risk detention from Homeland Security. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pat Posted June 9, 2008 Share Posted June 9, 2008 What about Brasserie Beck? That's more a beer than wine place, though. They show availability on opentable for Thursday night. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ngdb Posted June 9, 2008 Author Share Posted June 9, 2008 Thank you for the suggestions everyone. I am going to try to put together a few options and let him choose. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monavano Posted June 9, 2008 Share Posted June 9, 2008 Bastille in Old Town has a pre-theater menu. 3 courses for $35, Thurs-Sat before 7. Also, check out Evening Star Cafe in Del Ray. Get a bottle of wine next door at Planet Wine to keep the cost down. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goldenticket Posted June 9, 2008 Share Posted June 9, 2008 How about Majestic Cafe or Vermilion in Old Town or Tallula in Arlington? Both of the latter offer half pours of wines and have a variety of small plates or half sizes of entrees. You should be able to put together a nice meal for your budget (in a fun setting) at any of the three. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ngdb Posted June 10, 2008 Author Share Posted June 10, 2008 Ok, he has decided he wants to keep it low-key. So we are going to go to Eammon's and then to PX (providing I hear back from them about reservations). This will be our first time at both places, so it should be fun! Thank you all for your great suggestions! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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