527427 Mon Jun 09 16:47:21 -0700 2008 11 1 San Francisco Bay Area 0 3764910 I'm hosting an alumni event (read: group of folks who don't know each other) and am looking for a place downtown/civic center/easy on public transportation that has drinks/some food. Preferably quiet. I was thinking Absinthe but I'm concerned the bar area is not conducive to people meeting. What about Cafe Claude? Other suggestions? Thanks, Sarah Mon Jun 09 16:47:21 -0700 2008 16768 SarahKC 1 3764987 How many people are likely to be there? Mon Jun 09 17:11:26 -0700 2008 3764910 13525 JasmineG 2 3765759 Maybe 15 Mon Jun 09 23:04:35 -0700 2008 3764987 16768 SarahKC 1 3766158 I'm guessing what might be throwing people off is "quiet." That might be tough. I don't think a group of 15 is going to be all that quiet themselves. Tue Jun 10 06:51:33 -0700 2008 3764910 10658 Atomica 1 3766576 I like Schroeder's for that sort of thing. Huge, good for groups, relatively quiet unless it's one of the occasional nights with live polka music. Tue Jun 10 09:05:18 -0700 2008 3764910 11369 Robert Lauriston 1 3766580 How about CAV, near Zuni? It would seem to meet all requirements. Tue Jun 10 09:06:11 -0700 2008 3764910 11390 jillyju 2 3799731 CAV's so narrow, would it really be good for a group like that? It's almost 100% duces and 4-tops. Not that I don't love CAV. Fri Jun 20 23:30:27 -0700 2008 3766580 54804 bbulkow 1 3768513 Jade is often rented out to groups downstairs and allegedly has appetizers. I love Cafe Claude, but it's not a particularly good space for mingling. I believe Absinthe/Arlequin will let you use their gorgeous back patio for a private event. They also used to have a room next to the wine store that was ideal for 15-20; not sure if they still do. B bar up above Moscone next to Samovar has wine, cocktails, and food (cheese and charcuterie, oysters), and will set up a table outside. The space inside is small if it turns cold and foggy though. Tue Jun 10 18:02:49 -0700 2008 3764910 10966 Windy 2 3769123 These are great suggestions. Thanks so much. I've never been to Schroeder's or Jade or B bar so I can check one of those out. Or CAV is co-owned by my neighbor so that may be it. Tue Jun 10 22:25:53 -0700 2008 3768513 16768 SarahKC 3 3769381 Cav can get quite noisy. Wed Jun 11 04:53:54 -0700 2008 3769123 11369 Robert Lauriston 4 3798151 you think even on a wednesday? Fri Jun 20 12:00:03 -0700 2008 3769381 16768 SarahKC 5 3799113 Probably not. Maybe give them a call and see about reserving the corner of the bar area, or the big table all the way in back (not sure if it holds 15). Fri Jun 20 17:05:13 -0700 2008 3798151 11369 Robert Lauriston 6 3803743 Thanks for the tip Robert. Sun Jun 22 20:42:04 -0700 2008 3799113 16768 SarahKC