Rehearsal Dinner DC/NOVA

atowle1

Just over 5 months away to my wedding (which will be at a winery), and oops... I haven't really put a ton of thought into the Rehearsal Dinner. Any ideas?
I'm looking for suggestions on a place to host either a Rehearsal Dinner or Luncheon. I'm specifically looking for a place that is unique and more casual- we're not really a traditional restaurant or formal-seated-event type of couple   I'm thinking along the lines of BBQ or a brewery... but that could be because I just really want some pulled pork and a cold beer right now... hmm...

Prefer to have it outside, but being inside isn't a deal breaker for the right place. The only thing that IS a deal breaker is alcohol: we come from a long line of drinkers, and aren't interested in any place that has a "No Booze" policy. Has anyone had or been to any really unique and fun rehearsal dinners they might be willing to share? All suggestions welcome, and thanks for your help!!

freebread03

I live in DC (and before that MD) so I'm not SUPER familiar with restaurants in VA (and I'm assuming you're in NoVA since you're having your wedding at a winery though I could be wrong).  But, it sounds like Rustica in Alexandria might be perfect for your group:

http://www.rusticorestaurant.com/

It's laid back, and there's plenty of parking (so many places like King Street or Clarendon can be so difficult for parking), and I think they might even brew some of their own beer. 

Lisa50

Do you have a favorite restaurant?  If so, reserve a room there.  Or, if you would rather have the dinner/luncheon at home, the meal can be catered there.

You could start with a restaurant search on opentable.com.  You can search by neighborhood, type of cuisine and other criteria.  Good luck!

sarita86

I'm thinking about Mango Mike's! It's really laid back and the food is good.


http://www.mangomikes.com/groups.html

It's in alexandria and they can do private or semi-private parties. Just a thought.