Thank you, Smassy, I suddenly feel very old!
Favorite places among the group include in the city Sepia, Bavette’s, Joe’s; in the burbs we like DiPescara, Wildfire, that sort of thing. I wanted to try Brindille, North Pond, Lyra. So our location is pretty much loop to north shore, no objection to W Randolph if valet available.
Fabulous means really great food (good value even if pricey)…decor less important but decent service. Brother typically brings wine so a reasonable corkage fee or byo. 6 people, one with gluten sensitivity but not allergy, one is quasi kosher (don’t ask).
Indoor or out is fine, no private room necessary. Food bill and maybe 1 cocktail for the $100, tip extra ok. As I said my brother typically brings wine but if not I’d say that’s on top of the food bill.
We are meat eaters, seafood as well. Someplace not extremely loud (at least where we can hear each other speak). Dress code nicer than jeans ok but definitely no jacket requirement.
I look forward to your suggestions, thanks!