Good Place for 10 Co-workers near 14th and 8th avenue?

[roze]

We are celebrating a special occasion within our work and need to find a good place for lunch. It is a non profit agency so dom't be thinking Morimotot or craftsteak please :)

Our usual place is Tvern on Jane but we always seem to go there. I thought about the spotted Pig but I'm not sure everyone would go for the food (we have a few on weight watchers). Anyone have suggestions? Thanks!

[roze]

Thanks for all the recs! We actually decided to go out of our way a little and do Aquagrill
(they have a surprisingly reasonable lunch). Thanks for the suggestions though I will use them next time. Totally forgot about Safran!

[mrnyc]

if you like tavern's you might try BRASS MONKEY. plenty of room there for your group.

NOOCH is a healthy option.

[clembeauchamp]

I had one meal at East of Eighth and that was enough for me. Never again. But I think Safran is a great idea. Lots of lighter fare for the weight watchers, plus a good cocktail menu if you feel like spicing things up. Momoya on 21st and 7th is decent Japanese and they have a lot of room but I'm not sure if they're open for lunch. Also, for what it's worth, I've had positive experiences with The Spotted Pig and large groups.

[small h]

"I had one meal at East of Eighth and that was enough for me. Never again."

Why?

[kathryn]

What about Safran?

http://www.safran88.com/

I was a big fan of the chef's food when she was at Monsoon on the UWS.

[lawyerlady]

i second east of eighth. creative food. really liked this place.

[small h]

East of Eighth (on 23rd) isn't the most exalted spot, but it does have something for everyone, the prices are fair, and the food is quite good.

http://www.eastofeighthny.com/index.html

[foodwhisperer]

Crispo will work.

[Lucia]

Except that Crispo isn't open for lunch

[MaryishSally]

I have been to East of Eighth mainly as a bar, but always enjoyed the atmosphere. I spent NYE there once and had a great time.

[Lucia]

Hmm.... Tavern on Jane isn't especially weight-friendly, so I'm a little confused. But, some of my favorites in the area are Maroons, Le Zie, La Nacional, Rocking Horse. If you're looking for flexible bar/diner food, Vinyl and Elmo are fine.