TURBOED Posted February 4, 2008 Report Share Posted February 4, 2008 Unfortunately, it is time for me to start thinking about a valentine's dinner, and I'm looking for recomendations. I've only been dating the girl for about 1.5 months, so nothing amazing, but still somewhere pretty nice (maybe $50-$70 for the two of us). Hopefully something a little more unique (trying to stay away from chains). Also, preferably in the henderson/bethel/sawmill area, or somewhere around hilliard/dublin. Any good ideas? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
excell Posted February 4, 2008 Report Share Posted February 4, 2008 Thai Orchid on Sawmill. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Sable Posted February 4, 2008 Report Share Posted February 4, 2008 I'm not big into the Valentine's thing but restaurants are always way too crowded on the 14th so I usually avoid them. If you don't mind my womanly advice, cook her dinner at home or order take out (could save some money too) and watch a movie. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
99FLHRCI Posted February 4, 2008 Report Share Posted February 4, 2008 We went to a place I think it was called Stone River. It is at Frantz and 161/33. It is directly west of McDonalds. It was wonderful service and great food. It was kinda dimly lit and had a large fireplace in the center. Pretty good price for the atmosphere/food/service. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
excell Posted February 4, 2008 Report Share Posted February 4, 2008 I'm not big into the Valentine's thing but restaurants are always way too crowded on the 14th so I usually avoid them. If you don't mind my womanly advice, cook her dinner at home or order take out (could save some money too) and watch a movie. I agree with this. I'm doing up a couple nice steaks, creamed spinach, and jalapeño scalloped potatoes, with some kind of fruit cobbler for desert. Whatever looks freshest when I go shopping. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpaceGhost Posted February 4, 2008 Report Share Posted February 4, 2008 Thai Orchid on Sawmill. No there is a better Thai place on Shrock Rd in a hotel across form Anheiser-Busch. I forget the name but it is never busy and much better food. You would never know it was there driving by. Let me see if I can find the name.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpaceGhost Posted February 4, 2008 Report Share Posted February 4, 2008 Thai Lagoon LLC 1001 Schrock Rd., 614-846-7000, no reservations. Regular menu featuring pad Thai, curries, authentic Thai dishes, Chinese fare. Mothers will receive a corsage. Serving noon to 8 p.m. Cost: $7.50 to $12.95; children’s portions available. It is inside the Quality Inn Suites North. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TURBOED Posted February 4, 2008 Author Report Share Posted February 4, 2008 She lives in Cincy, so I won't actually be taking her out on the 14th. She'll be up here the 15th and 16th, so the crowd should not be as bad. I planned on cooking for us Friday night then watching a movie (just as suggested), then going somewhere nice on saturday. What kind of prices are we talking at Stoney River? Looking on the internet, looks like a very nice place, but I'm hoping not too expensive. Appreciate the suggestions so far, keep them coming! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
87GT Posted February 4, 2008 Report Share Posted February 4, 2008 Brittney is too picky to eat out. I am just going to cook at home for her. I will make the house look romantic though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TTQ B4U Posted February 4, 2008 Report Share Posted February 4, 2008 do you cater out and if so how much I agree with this. I'm doing up a couple nice steaks, creamed spinach, and jalapeño scalloped potatoes, with some kind of fruit cobbler for desert. Whatever looks freshest when I go shopping. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scotty2Hotty Posted February 4, 2008 Report Share Posted February 4, 2008 Biiiiiiiiiish gettin TeeJay's. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twistedrx7 Posted February 4, 2008 Report Share Posted February 4, 2008 I am going to have to recommend J. Alexander its is off of East campus view blvd. Right by champs. Best thing there is the Maui steak $22, you can get dinner and desert and stay under your 60-70 with tip. Their Salads are really big and i believe are around 8 dollars. Its easier to just split it. Make sure you call ahead as they do not take reservations. Just call about an hour before you get there and you should be fine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
excell Posted February 4, 2008 Report Share Posted February 4, 2008 do you cater out and if so how much No, but maybe someday. Personal chef's make big money! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BloodRed Posted February 4, 2008 Report Share Posted February 4, 2008 Genji's mmmm Yum Yum sauce and fried rice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nitrousbird Posted February 4, 2008 Report Share Posted February 4, 2008 Hyder Park off of Henderson is decent; you can hit your upper budget if you don't go crazy on the menu. House of Japan is always good; not quite the romantic setting though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Sable Posted February 4, 2008 Report Share Posted February 4, 2008 Also remember to not go too overboard because we'll expect that crap every year. Start off little so you have plenty of room to improve over time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HotCarl Posted February 4, 2008 Report Share Posted February 4, 2008 You could try Morretti's off sawmill. Really nice, small mom & pop italian place. Its nicer than chain restaurants but not crazy expensive either. Its right across the street from the new Home Depot on sawmill. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skinner Posted February 4, 2008 Report Share Posted February 4, 2008 Château Blanc best place in town and its not to hard on the wallet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TURBOED Posted February 4, 2008 Author Report Share Posted February 4, 2008 Château Blanc best place in town and its not to hard on the wallet. Can't find it anywhere on the internet... any help here? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skinner Posted February 4, 2008 Report Share Posted February 4, 2008 Can't find it anywhere on the internet... any help here? really, hrmmm.... there are quite a few of them in town. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GSXRAntwon Posted February 4, 2008 Report Share Posted February 4, 2008 Thai Orchid on Sawmill. Talk about bad gas afterwards....I would stay away from that sort of dining for dates. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miller Posted February 4, 2008 Report Share Posted February 4, 2008 Melting pot gets them melting hawt. yaayyuh Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buck531 Posted February 4, 2008 Report Share Posted February 4, 2008 A steak and a blow job. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
99FLHRCI Posted February 4, 2008 Report Share Posted February 4, 2008 http://www.stoneyriver.com/DublinToGo.pdf There is their menu. My dad had the prime rib when we went and he said it was the best he had ever had. I feel that is saying alot seeing as he often eats at places such as Smith and Wollenskys. I had the Sauteed Sea Bass. I have never had Sea Bass before so I can't compare it to any other places but it was delicious. She lives in Cincy, so I won't actually be taking her out on the 14th. She'll be up here the 15th and 16th, so the crowd should not be as bad. I planned on cooking for us Friday night then watching a movie (just as suggested), then going somewhere nice on saturday. What kind of prices are we talking at Stoney River? Looking on the internet, looks like a very nice place, but I'm hoping not too expensive. Appreciate the suggestions so far, keep them coming! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
baron_ Posted February 4, 2008 Report Share Posted February 4, 2008 I recently hit up the columbus fish market and was really, really impressed. I know of two in the area Fresh sourdough bread while you wait...and very nice salads Good seafood - absolutely kills Red Lobster and does so in a very nice setting. $25 - $35 or so per person (salad = 5.00 and the meals are 16.00 - 30) I'm not even a huge fan of seafood...but i was very impressed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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