We had brunch at Cafe Botanica with a group ranging from 45-77 years old,
and everyone enjoyed it. A bit pricey, but quite worth it.

It is a combination of buffet for appetizer and dessert, service for the
entree.

"Karen Selwyn" > wrote in message
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> Thanks for this very detailed list. I've had to eliminate some appealing
> choices like Aquavit because it doesn't open for brunch until noon. I'm
> juggling all sorts of factors, and one of them is that we must be seated
> at 11:30 because of afternoon meeting times.
>
> Here are a few more facts to help you make a recommendation among my
> current restaurant possibilities:
>
> o The brunch will be in honor of a 60th birthday and the guests are all
> in their 50s and 60s.
> o The guest list will be between 10-15.
> o A private room would be best, but a private corner of a main dining
> room will also work.
> o Good food -- but not cutting edge food -- is the goal.
> o Served food is better than buffet food unless a buffet can be set up
> in a private room.
> o A pleasant atmosphere is preferable to a happening atmosphere.
> o The price per person should not exceed $35 before taxes and tips.
>
> I think Atelier, Becco, Cafe des Artistes, Nick and Toni's Cafe, and Town
> all meet my criteria. Any recommendations among my list or the Zagat list
> below?
>
> Thanks.
>
> Karen Selwyn
>
>
> wrote:
>
>> According to Zagats
>>
>> Aquavit Atelier Town Fives Petrossian Blue Fin La Boite en Bois
>> Brasserie 8 1/2 Orso Trattoria Dell'Arte Cafe Des Artistes Cafe
>> Botanica Rainbow Room Plaza's Palm Ct.
>