442711 Wed Sep 19 07:46:54 -0700 2007 13 23 Ontario (including Toronto) 0 2955246 I am looking for an interesting place to have a bridal shower for about 100 people in Toronto. Any suggestions? Wed Sep 19 07:46:54 -0700 2007 128324 simonahenzel 1 2955290 Graydon Hall is a nice setting. Especially if it's nice out and you can use the patio. Most showers I've been to for that many people are in Italian halls. It's usually the most economical, no fuss, etc. Wed Sep 19 07:59:02 -0700 2007 2955246 23415 pescatarian 2 2955402 Thanks for the idea the only problem is that Graydon Hall is really expensive....I checked into it and for a Sunday in February they are asking about $125 per person as they are an exclusive venue. I am looking to stay more in the $40 range if possible. Wed Sep 19 08:33:16 -0700 2007 2955290 128324 simonahenzel 3 2955495 Ya, that's steep for a bridal shower. Are you adverse to a regular italian hall? It is probably your best bet in that price range. it should be doable for a lunch. the ones that I've been to are mostly north of steeles. Wed Sep 19 08:49:05 -0700 2007 2955402 23415 pescatarian 4 2955560 I would check out The Great Hall: http://www.thegreathall.ca/gallery.html and the Capital Event Theatre 2492 Yonge Street, Toronto, Ontario - 416-322-3322. I was thinking about the Steam Whistle as mentioned below. I've been there for other events, and personally, it would not be my pick for a bridal shower. Wed Sep 19 09:07:22 -0700 2007 2955495 23415 pescatarian 4 2955587 I am trying to stay away from a hall as our wedding is at one. So I would like more of a cozy friendly restaurant (Italian would be fine) One of the ones Ive looked at is http://www.romanoscuisine.com/ but one of the girls just did hers there so I'm looking for something new. Wed Sep 19 09:13:38 -0700 2007 2955495 128324 simonahenzel 5 2955629 Might be too expensive, but check Romagna Mia: http://www.romagna-mia.com/aboutus.php?page=private+%26+corporate+functions Wed Sep 19 09:25:25 -0700 2007 2955587 23415 pescatarian 5 2955742 how about Vittorios new location, its a pretty place, and upstairs they have an area for private functions. Im not sure how many it can accomodate, but give Cico a call 14 Dupont Street, Toronto, ON 416-924-7441 Wed Sep 19 09:48:45 -0700 2007 2955587 25629 lidiab 1 2955504 Depends on the interests/tastes of the people involved really. If you want to get away from the usual, the Gallery space at Steam Whistle Brewery is a good spot. Beautiful architecture (it's an old roundhouse), used to doing events, could have a brewery tour if you wanted... www.steamwhistle.com Wed Sep 19 08:52:35 -0700 2007 2955246 128502 MyCrazyDawg 2 2955579 Thanks ! I will check into all of those.... Any suggestion on an Italian restaurant that can hold 100 ppl? Something cozy kinda like http://www.romanoscuisine.com/ . I would have it there but someone already has so we are looking for something new. Wed Sep 19 09:11:50 -0700 2007 2955504 128324 simonahenzel 1 2955898 Five Doors North is probably the right size to take over. Casual, very open atmosphere. Might fit in with the price you're looking at. Wed Sep 19 10:30:23 -0700 2007 2955246 80671 Snarf 1 2956007 How about a wine bar - eg: Fat Cat on Roncesvalles? Wed Sep 19 10:55:32 -0700 2007 2955246 85083 sochow 2 2956075 I've thought of that too but my mother in law would like to stay north of the 401. :( Wed Sep 19 11:10:46 -0700 2007 2956007 128324 simonahenzel 3 2957684 the only places north of the 401 that could accomodate would probably be a public country club..unless you want to do a chain restaurant. Wed Sep 19 18:19:52 -0700 2007 2956075 122376 ren horace