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rtistic Oct 19, 2008 06:39 PM

Sunday Brunch for 20 - 30...something French

Throwing an engagement brunch in December. Would love a private room and something French is preferred- they got engaged in Paris!
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     FNY Oct 21, 2008 03:23 PM

    If you're on a budget check out Sel et Poive on the upper east side. They arrange nice parties and have a bistro atmosphere, but no private room.
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       rtistic Oct 21, 2008 03:29 PM

      actually we aren't "on a budget" but don't need to break the bank either...care more about good food, good location , nice space and a memorable time. i'll check it out though. at the moment i'm leaning towards Artisinal.
      I think the location might be easiest for all and although maybe not a cozy bistro- would be enjoyable.
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       billyeats Oct 21, 2008 08:16 AM

      A.O.C. (L'aile ou la Cuisse) on Bleecker & Grove did an amazing brunch a couple of years ago for us in their back garden for about 40 people. I was actually a bit concerned since their staff can be a bit air-headed and kitchen inconsistent but they did a truly wonderful job. They did a buffet of pain perdu, feuille de brique, granola & fruit, coffee, juice, and champagne. Those particular brunch foods there are excellent. People raved.
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         rtistic Oct 21, 2008 02:23 PM

        Thanks to everyone...I am assembling my list tonight and checking out 3 -4 tomorrow! Appreciate all of your help and will let you know how it turns out
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      2. Toot Oct 21, 2008 07:38 AM

        Le Refuge on the Upper East Side has private rooms, the food is good, although not creative, I have been there for dinner many times, but never for brunch.
        http://www.lerefugenyc.com/
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           italianagambino Oct 20, 2008 01:01 PM

          Bistro 61 is an option as well.
          61st and 1st. Stay away from L'ybane across the street. Although nice to look at, the food is god awful.
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             Jane A. Oct 21, 2008 07:30 AM

            Thank you for the 'heads up' on L'ybane. I passed by the other day and picked up a menu. Just tossed it! Haven't been to Bistro 61 in a while - will try it again.

            A group that size could just about take over La Mangeoire on 2nd Ave @ 53rd St. They have a very reasonable and neighborhood popular prix fixe on Sundays.
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             rtistic Oct 20, 2008 10:56 AM

            Thanks for these...I'm actually coming in from Denver and checking out a few places on Wedsnesday. I will look into these. bistro atmosphere is what I think she'd like best. thanks!
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               italianagambino Oct 20, 2008 08:23 AM

              JoJo
              http://www.jojorestaurant.com/

              L'Absinthe
              www.labsinthe.com/

              Artisinal
              www.artisanalbistro.com
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