308331 Mon Jul 10 23:19:50 -0700 2006 6 19 Outer Boroughs 0 1737037 Can anyone recommend a place that would be good for a group of 8, some from out of town. We need to entertain my inlaws but don't want to leave the neighborhood. We'd rather not suggest anywhere that might seem too expensive (at least some of the dishes need to be less than $20) since they will probably foot the bill. They are adventurous and love anything they think is very "New York" We do not need to stay in Park Slope proper, we are fine with other close neighborhoods as well. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Mon Jul 10 23:19:50 -0700 2006 16619 bhkart 1 1737222 Sorrel, on St. Marks at Carlton in Prospect Heights, doesnt get a lot of mentions on this board but has a $25 market menu (3 courses), well cooked modern food and a NewYorky but neighborhood vibe (judging by what we sat,get a fair number of multi-generational groups. Servings arent huge but they are sufficient and my fish was very nicely cooked. I would happily take either my parents or my kids there. Tue Jul 11 00:56:32 -0700 2006 1737037 11130 jen kalb 1 1737787 I had dinner at Applewood with 9 people and despite the craziness (insanity) of family, they did an excellent job. Food is always first rate but their entrees are more between $18-25 in price. I think dinner came out to under $500 for 9 people with drinks, appetizers, and a few desserts which I thought was totally reasonable. Tue Jul 11 13:30:59 -0700 2006 1737037 14393 sam1 2 1738943 I second Applewood. Maybe Blue Ribbon too. If you're in the mood for pizza, I'd suggest Franny's on Flatbush. Tue Jul 11 21:21:55 -0700 2006 1737787 16801 subinai 1 1738934 We like to take our large groups of out of town visitors to La Villa on 5th ave near Carrol St. They easily accept large groups at walk in (weekend nights might have a wait) It's a good contemporary take on old school brooklyn family style italian. We think the pizza is great by Brooklyn standards which says alot when you include Difara. That basically means that anyone from out of town will LOVE the pizza. The entres are good although the portions are too large for us. We end up sharing them family style. It's informal and also kid frendly if that matters. You get your tap beer in frozen frosty mugs. White wine is always chilled. Service is always prompt. Tue Jul 11 21:17:56 -0700 2006 1737037 18209 magnetomotive 1 1740895 Black Pearl on Union St. bet 6th and 7th avenue is fantastic. The atmosphere is beautiful and the waiters are very friendly. Entrees range from 12.00 and up. Wed Jul 12 19:35:41 -0700 2006 1737037 18498 cuisine 1 1741677 We haven't made a decision yet but this is oh so very helpful. Thanks so much chowhounds! Thu Jul 13 01:18:30 -0700 2006 1737037 16619 bhkart