Saturday brunch...10 ppl...need help because my GF will kill me if this doesn't go right.

[foodstud]

Looking to organize a Saturday birthday brunch for about 10 ppl. Open to location but would prefer to keep it around 25-30 pp. Reservations are a must. Appreciate any feedback.

[kathryn]

Try Blue Ribbon Bakery.

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Blue Ribbon Bakery
33 Bedford St, New York, NY 10014

[thegforceny]

Cookshop; Trestle on Tenth; Red Cat

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Cookshop
156 10th Avenue, New York, NY 10011

Trestle on Tenth
242 Tenth Avenue, New York, NY 10001

Red Cat
227 10th Ave, New York, NY 10011

[Toot]

I guess it will depend on what you are looking for, but I had a great brunch at Bistro Lamazou. The place is neither trendy nor a destination place, but the food is really good and the prices are moderate. It is a neighborhood place, but the room is pretty and comfortable, service is friendly and I have enjoyed my meals there (twice for dinner, once for brunch). You can check the website: www.bistrolamazou.com

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Bistro Lamazou
344 3rd Ave, New York, NY 10010

[Reni1]

Hi, I really had a great time at Bacco on the upper east side 78th street on second avenue.
Its a great price and fresh. If you want something more upscale then ask for the semi private room at Alain Allegretti´s new place La Promenade....Chelsea. Just shoot both an email.

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La Promenade des Anglais
461 W 23rd St, New York, NY 10011

[jinglejangle]

I think you mean Bocca East?

[dyrewolf]

give us a little guidance as to what would work for her... Few things come to mind

Check these
Blue Ribbon Bakery
Ciano
Nice Matin

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Blue Ribbon Bakery
33 Bedford St, New York, NY 10014

Nice Matin
201 West 79th Street, New York, NY 10024

Ciano
45 E 22nd St, New York, NY 10010

[foodstud]

Thanks all...
She wants to keep it very casual and on the less expensive side. Casual is key.
As far as what was mentioned, I had a less than memorable experience at Cookshop.....BRB was just okay.....not thrilled with the red cat menu. I'd like a good mix of traditional breakfast/lunch items. Any other suggestions?

[dyrewolf]

neighborhood??

[foodstud]

anywhere in manhattan

[kathryn]

Have you tried contacting The Smith or Jane?

[uwsister]

I attended a post-wedding brunch at Jane recently and thought it was great. Looking at their regular brunch menu, I think the OP should be able to keep it within his budget.

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Jane
100 West Houston Street, New York, NY 10012

[jaba]

Paradou does a good prix fixe Saturday brunch with unlimited champagne cocktails (don't know if that is of interest to you) for $35.

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Paradou
8 Little West 12th Street, New York, NY 10014

[Barcelonian]

If we're talking about quality of food, Paradou would not make the cut - it's mediocre at best.

[princeofpork]

Five Points, Primehouse

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Five Points
31 Great Jones St, New York, NY 10012

Primehouse New York
381 Park Avenue South, New York, NY 10016

[RCC]

Public in Nolita have a private 'wine room" for parties of 10 or more.
http://public-nyc.com/private-events/...

[kathryn]

Public has an excellent brunch but it slightly over their budget (at $35pp) and I wouldn't call the items "traditional" really. The brunch prix fixe is also missing one of their best items -- the blood pudding waffles with red wine poached pears and foie gras butter!

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Public
210 Elizabeth Street, New York, NY 10012

[mattstolz]

locanda verde does a really good brunch/breakfast that wont break the bank. 10 people shouldnt be a problem and they take reservations. i loved my last breakfast there!

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Locanda Verde
377 Greenwich St, New York, NY 10013