664832 Wed Nov 04 19:40:39 -0800 2009 4 57 Western Canada 0 5157029 This one is a challenge. Can anyone recommend a good place for an office Christmas Lunch? My organization is a government funded non-profit and due to spending restrictions, we will be paying for our own lunches. As a result the critieria are: 1. Venue that can comfortably serve a large group of 17, preferably in a private area 2. Menu that would appeal to a mixed aged crowd ranging in food sophistication 3. Restaurant with a vegetarian friendly menu that will not try to serve side dishes to vegetarians as entrees despite several warnings about their presence in the group (cough, Nu) 4. Value for money and ability to have generous lunch for no more than $25 5. Nice atmosphere that would help make the meal feel special. 6. Reasonable distance (downtown OK), from Cambie and Broadway Corridor? Any suggestions? Wed Nov 04 19:40:39 -0800 2009 95094 lunchslut 1 5157220 Cactus Club? This exact scenario is why they do so well. But if that doesn't appeal and you are looking for an indie restuarant - how about Hamilton Street Grill? Wed Nov 04 21:51:17 -0800 2009 5157029 145820 fmed 1 5157227 I like Hamilton Street Grill for this. Fits all of the criteria except maybe Veg (call ahead). Wed Nov 04 22:05:22 -0800 2009 5157029 127190 Cancuk 1 5162793 I don't know if they do private functions, but Medina at Pender and Beatty might be what you're looking for. Check 'em out. Chances are they'll know someone who can help if they can't. Fri Nov 06 23:35:37 -0800 2009 5157029 289027 juddc 1 5168946 Thank you for recommendations. Cactus Club is across the street from my work place and our every day special event (birthdays, babies) place. Medina does do private functions but their $25 menu is pretty well a sandwich menu -- not very Christmasy. We are checking out Hamilton Street Grill and Pourhouse in Gastown. Thanks again Mon Nov 09 19:29:32 -0800 2009 5157029 95094 lunchslut