Are you, or have you been, a host/ess at a restaurant? If so, can you tell me what was going on with the reservations vs. walk ins at a restaurant we went to over the weekend? Just out of curiosity.
[more inside]
posted by librarianamy
on Mar 12, 2013 -
13 answers
I would like your help brainstorming the perfect Pittsburgh restaurant(s) to suit the needs of my local group. Special requirements (of course) inside.
[more inside]
posted by librarianamy
on Mar 1, 2013 -
10 answers
DC/Northern Virginia experts: The other half and I have our first kid-free date night since, uh...too long. We're flexibile on dining options but I would like to find an awesome dessert place. We wouldn't mind driving someplace separate after dinner. The wrinkle is that this is for Sunday night (with a late start due to babysitting scheduling), and we'd like to avoid cupcakes. Hope us?
posted by QuantumMeruit
on Feb 15, 2013 -
10 answers
I have to go to Peoria, IL for a week starting February 6 to tend to the affairs of my mother, whose dementia is getting worse. I grew up there but I haven't been back for years, and when I did go back I stayed at Mom's. Now there is no room at Mom's because she's in assisted care. Where should I stay?
[more inside]
posted by caryatid
on Jan 22, 2013 -
11 answers
Where can a currently not very mobile person go in downtown Vancouver for dinner on Christmas Day? (There are, as always, a few complications: see inside.)
[more inside]
posted by lesbiassparrow
on Dec 9, 2012 -
5 answers
What interesting things should I see, do, eat, and (maybe) drink in and around Santa Rosa this weekend? I'll be there primarily for a bike ride* but will have a day before the ride and a day after to do other stuff, as well.
[more inside]
posted by rhiannonstone
on Sep 26, 2012 -
7 answers
I've got an extra day and a half in Yountville/Napa Valley this weekend; what should I do? Bonus if it's not wine tasting--or at least not the wine tastings I've already done a dozen times.
[more inside]
posted by rhiannonstone
on Apr 30, 2012 -
9 answers
Should I tip when I get take-out (and if so, how much)? How does the process work at the restaurant?
[more inside]
posted by J. Wilson
on Mar 25, 2012 -
30 answers
Portland, OR mefites: Looking for neat-o birthday dinner recommendations in your fine city for this weekend.
[more inside]
posted by area.man
on Mar 16, 2012 -
19 answers
We'll be spending spring break on the big island. Our group is two families - 4 adults, 4 teenaged kids. I've found a couple posts with lots of great suggestions of places to visit on the island but need suggestions of where to stay. We'd prefer to rent a house or condo and plan to stay in one place the entire week, though we'll take day trips. It needs to be easy walking distance from a beach for swimming and snorkeling and have at least a few places we can walk to for meals and exploring. We prefer small town charm to sprawling resort complexes. Suggestions, please!
posted by ms_rasclark
on Aug 28, 2011 -
9 answers
If you arrive early for a table reservation, is there a chance you can get the table then, or do you necessarily have to wait? In other words, have you booked a particular table which, if free, could be given to you? Is showing up early by 10 or 20 minutes rude or preferred?
[more inside]
posted by JLMC
on Aug 13, 2011 -
19 answers
I am going to New Orleans on business. I will be on the edge of the French Quarter and am looking for restaurants that serve at least one vegetarian dish, preferably in or near the French Quarter. Cheap is not required and in fact for many meals higher end would be preferable.
[more inside]
posted by rednikki
on Jul 14, 2011 -
11 answers
Wife and I will be in KC (Excelsior Springs) over the 4th. We've heard some "meh" reviews about the food of the place we're staying at, so we may need alternatives. What restaurants in the KC metro area will be open on the holiday?
posted by Gingercat
on Jul 3, 2011 -
5 answers
I'll be in DC for a few days in September-- I'd love some suggestions for things to do close to the conference hotel. Bonus for cocktail places and interesting food!
[more inside]
posted by Kpele
on Jun 28, 2011 -
17 answers
Thinwoman and I are in Albuquerque for the evening, and we'd like to get a nice meal. We've never been here before. Where should we eat? (It is our anniversary, so while I'm sure a green chili burger is super fine, we're hoping for something a little fancier. Unless green chili burgers are real fancy burgers. What do I know.)
posted by thinman
on May 8, 2011 -
7 answers
Help me to identify the place I ate in Paris years ago. (More information is below.)
[more inside]
posted by laskagirl
on Feb 5, 2011 -
5 answers
I'm looking for good dining out options for treating a friend to brunch, around 11:00am on December 25, in the general vicinity of Torrance, CA (or between Torrance and LAX). I'm sure there's tons of good places, but I need someplace that'll be open Christmas morning. Know of any?
posted by Vorteks
on Dec 14, 2010 -
12 answers
My partner and I will be visiting family near Birmingham, AL for just over a week. What should we see, eat, drink, and do? Where can we find the essentials like good coffee and cocktails? We've got reservations at Highlands Bar & Grill one night, but that's the only plan so far.
[more inside]
posted by rhiannonstone
on Nov 22, 2010 -
6 answers
I am consulting the excellent hive mind tour guide :) Can you recommend a fine dining restaurant in the Nag's Head N.C. area?
[more inside]
posted by Librarygeek
on Aug 30, 2010 -
6 answers
Vegetarian Washington, DC, fine dining? I'd like to get some friends a gc for a great restaurant for their anniversary. They're foodies and vegetarians. Can anyone recommend a place?
[more inside]
posted by Ollie
on May 22, 2010 -
10 answers
what are some places to go in Oregon on a Sunday night to eat and catch the views up to an hour and a half drive from Portland?
[more inside]
posted by tallus
on Apr 21, 2010 -
7 answers
Alone in Tokyo for the next four days - what are my dining options? This is definitely a volcano related query...
[more inside]
posted by aherdofturtles
on Apr 18, 2010 -
14 answers
Philly Restaurant Filter: I need your advice in picking one for an outing this weekend! Creativity is welcome!
[more inside]
posted by galimatias
on Jan 15, 2009 -
17 answers
Wedding anniversary in London - need suggestions for a classy place providing after dinner drinks, entertainment.
[more inside]
posted by anonymous
on Sep 26, 2008 -
4 answers
St.LouisFilter: What e-mail lists and websites do you, as a St. Louisan or someone who lives nearby, consider essential for keeping up-to-date on local events, art, music, politics, food, etc.?
[more inside]
posted by limeonaire
on Aug 24, 2007 -
9 answers
Where are the really good, really fresh, really affordable seafood restaurants in Portland, Oregon (or the nearby coast)?
[more inside]
posted by melissa may
on Oct 14, 2006 -
10 answers
