Private event for 40 at excellent/trendy restaurant
I've got the privilege of planning my company's launch party at a swanky Washington, D.C. restaurant. I'm looking for a great private room (or restaurant buyout) for ~40 people. I've got a very large budget so basically everything is on the table, but I want it to have a combination of excellent food (Michelin star type place) and a hip vibe.
Any suggestions are welcomed! Really appreciate the help.
Cheers!
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ktmoomau
Nov 22, 2011 08:31 AM
A lot of good options above, I highly second Fiola, they have a nice private events area. Have you thought about Charlie Palmer? Really nice view and excellent food.
I also think Proof might be a good option. Although I would love someone to host my holiday party at the Source or CityZen!!! If Matthew Peterson came out to present deserts I would be so excited.
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If you really want to blow it out, you can take them down to the Inn at Little Washington in Washington, VA (about 90 mins outside of DC).
http://www.theinnatlittlewashington.c...
It's not "hip" necessarily, but it's beautiful and it's out in the country so it would be a completely different vibe, and it certainly meets your Michelin star type place criteria.
Rent a bus or a couple of limos, hit a vineyard or two, then go to the Inn for dinner.....and take me as your tour guide!
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chowser
Nov 18, 2011 11:06 AM
No, it sounds like hip and trendy are more important than amazing food at a French country inn (which would be my first choice w/ an unlimited budget).
I'm thinking something along the lines of Coco Sala. I think 2941 is more modern and the food excellent, outside the city. I'm not sure what "hip" really means. Does it mean for young people? That's why I thought of Coco Sala. Looking at Del Posto, I think 2941 would fit. As would Volt, if he wanted to go out that far but impossible to get reservations at this point.
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JBF winning Chef RJ Cooper's Rogue 24. They held the guilt city launch party there. Fantastic.
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re: eastvillageater
That they are finicky and full of themselves! haha I actually haven't dined there but don't really plan to. It seems very expensive and they have gotten a bit of a bad reputation with their reservation form policy. Just seems like a bit of a needless show. I would rather go some place like Komi, the Source, or Bibianna that has amazing service and incredible food.
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re: eastvillageater
I ate there and enjoyed it, but they definitely have a reputation for being high maintenance (my friend made the reservation and did all the dealings with them, so I can't really speak to that personally). They will work with you to accomodate dietary restrictions -- my friend had a bunch, and the chef came by at the beginning of the meal to verify them. Someone had also called her earlier in the day to discuss. The chef stopped by our table several times, which was cool, and I'm sure you'll get lots of face time with him if you book a private party. It's in an edgy, somewhat off the beaten path location that may appeal to you. It's getting somewhat mixed reviews from critics:
http://www.washingtonpost.com/gog/restaurants/rogue-24,1211092/critic-review.html
http://www.washingtonian.com/restaura...
Komi definitely gets betters reviews, although I can't compare since I haven't been there since they switched from an a la carte to a tasting menu several years ago. Komi would definitely be a safe choice, but I enjoyed Rogue 24 and thought it was quite a unique trip.
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re: dracisk
I would be surprised/interested to hear if Johnny Monis would do a buyout party for 40 at Komi. I think the restaurant won't take a reservation for more than 4 because he thinks the quality of the food suffers with too many dishes going out simultaneously.
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Check out Estadio. They don't have a room, so you'd have to do a buy-out, and I'm not sure if that is something they do, but I think it would probably fit the vibe you're looking for.
I think the food is fantastic, and can accommodate all types (gourmands and picky eaters). I don't know if I'd call it Michelin star type place, but I honestly don't think DC has a lot of those Michelin star type places that also have a hip vibe or are considered 'swanky'.
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re: eastvillageater
Honestly, the first word that comes to mind with respect to Adour and the Ritz are "stuffy" and "corporate" (the last words that comes to mind, for me at least, are "trendy" or "hip"). I haven't been in a while, so you may want to poll others, but last time I was at Adour I was totally unimpressed with the food and if you're looking for fantastic food, I think you have some better suggestions on this board. I have never even thought about dining at the Ritz -- it just isn't a dining destination (though it is a perfectly acceptable hotel bar, if that is what you're looking for).
As far as City Zen, I've had mixed experiences. A few years ago, it was out of this world food and was very "hip". The last time I went, I did not have the same great experience. Others who have been recently should chime in.
You may also want to look into Central and Zaytina -- again, not sure of their buy-out options, but could be good.
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re: hppyheather
Agree on this. The other recommendations are far more hip and worth your time to look in to.
You can rent out the Newseum with food by the Source. If I had unlimited funds, I'd definitely consider that a top choice. Or just the Source (though I would personally pick CoCo Sala for a sexy, hip event because I like their food/drink combo and they are helpful to deal with)
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re: hppyheather
If you are interested in one of the high end hotel restaurants I would look instead at Bourbon Steak at the Georgetown Four Seasons. I haven't eaten at the 3 you listed but I have been inside Adour and the Ritz and I agree---it can come across as stuffy.
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Four Seasons Cafe
50 S Pickett St Ste 23, Alexandria, VA 22304
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re: Bigcitywine
I love Komi but for some reason I don't think it would really work for this type of meal. First off you really have no choices in the menu. Also it's many, many courses----I was there for 3+ hours. Just not sure if that works with 40 people.
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Wow! Wish I got to do something like this.
I like the idea of holding this at Rasika (do they have a private room)...but keep in mind, not everyone loves Indian.
Another option would be PS7. They have a private room (but it might not be big enough for your group). Instead I would rent out either their lounge and see if you can do open bar and lots of fun passed appetizers (their bar menu is amazing) or a seated event in the side room, which would work great.
The Source would also be awesome---high end, swanky, celebrity chef, ammmmmazing food!
Other places to consider: Bibianna, Cashion's Eat Place (rent out the whole restaurant), or Urbana.
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SInce it seems llke you are from New York, I am curious at which place you would choose in Manhattan that has a Michelin star with a hip vibe where you can buy the place out. When is this for?
Maybe this would help us in figuring out a suggestion for you.
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re: eastvillageater
Ah, good to know. Not everyone's idea of hip is the same.
Keeping with the Italian theme, Fiola might do the trick for you.
The sky's the limit for what the chef is capable of.
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