So, I am throwing a party for my wife for her birthday this year and wanted to know where everyone thought a great place for dinner would be for a party of about 12 or so. I would prefer private dining space, but not mandatory and I also would like it to be a BYO, to save on cost. I have reservations out at several places, but since I just to BV, last year I wanted everyone's thoughts. Doesn't really have to be in BV, but would like to contain it to CC. All thoughts and opinions welcome.

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"Lordy, I have loved some ladies. And I have loved Jim Beam. They both tried to kill me, in 1973." ~ Hank Williams Jr.

I'd suggest Little Fish, Salt & Pepper, or Cochon. All have great menu's, and intimate settings which would be ideal for your party size.

Surprise party? You better hope that she doesn't check PB between now and then ...

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Fortunately, she doesn't do the whole message board thing.

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"Lordy, I have loved some ladies. And I have loved Jim Beam. They both tried to kill me, in 1973." ~ Hank Williams Jr.

What day of the week?

Saturday night....

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"Lordy, I have loved some ladies. And I have loved Jim Beam. They both tried to kill me, in 1973." ~ Hank Williams Jr.

that makes it a little rough. Honestly, I'd try to just type in your requirements onto opentable.com, see what comes up and make your decision from there.

well i have reservations at little fish and osteria, but i was looking elsewhere as well.

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"Lordy, I have loved some ladies. And I have loved Jim Beam. They both tried to kill me, in 1973." ~ Hank Williams Jr.

My favorite byo in the neighborhood is ava. It doesn't have a private room, but does have an area towards the back that I've had a dozen or so people before. Very nice people and a great simple menu that is always well prepared.

As the typed word can sometimes be without emotion, I say this respectfully and without judgement; I'm rather hesitant to recommend my favorites as I'm not a fan of making reservations at several places only to hold the spot just-in-case. The restaurant business is tough, and a dozen empty seats due to a canceled reservation on a saturday night can be a hit for even a busy restaurant.

I suggest you make up your mind and release those reservations.

A party of 12 can be a HUGE deal for a small restaurant and the staff (who may rely on tips) and other people who may wish to dine that evening.
Maybe even someone reading this thread could be bumped.

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