Atlantic City, New Jersey-- May 13!! FINAL DETAILS POST 57!

[Blueeyes101817]

Hi guys -
Like Kim said, ill be leaving tomorrow morning until late friday night...so ill be going along with whatever,,Kim has my cell so she can call to fill me in!
have a great week

 

[HoneyPooh]

A strawberry shortcake shaped like the Titanic? Nope, I think I would have noticed if a waiter had carried that past our table! Sounds yummy though!

 

[Debi]

I'm so sorry I haven't posted yet, but I just got back from WDW a few hours ago. Anyhow, I've eaten at Carmine's before and LOVE it. I've never dined at Gourmet (I used to order their takeout a lot when I worked at the Seaview Marriott), so I'd be happy either way. Whatever the majority goes with, I'll be happy - I love Carmine's, but am anxious to try Gourmet.

 

[jx3smom]

I also just got back from Florida last night. It doesn't really matter to me but I think I'd prefer AC. If that doesn't work out then anything else will be fine.
I'm looking forward to meeting everyone (and showing off my tan, I was there 2 weeks!).

 

[kimwim8]

UPDATE!!!!!


Ok, I talked to Carmines. Basically 3pm starts their dinner hour. And 15 or more people constitutes a banquet. So we'd have to sign a contract with them & pay per head for the family style. We'd have a menu to make selections for the appetizers, pasta and entrees. Dessert is a sampler. And tea & coffee are included.

The prices are: 3pm or later - $55/person, before 3pm (they have 2pm available) - $30/person. PLUS - 6% tax, 18% gratuity and 2% service fee added to both prices.

I will be talking to Jen (Blueeyes101817) later tonight & will get her feedback. Please tell me yours!

We really need to settle this soon. I feel bad it's been so wishy-washy during this process. Next time I promise to do more homework and research before getting anyone's hopes up!

 

[Debi]

That price is a liitle too steep for me. Is Gourmet still a possibility?

 

[kimwim8]

That price is a liitle too steep for me. Is Gourmet still a possibility?

Definitely!

 

[HoneyPooh]

Wow, that is steep for Carmines. It's good but $110 + for dh and I is steep when I only eat about 5 forkfulls and I'm stuffed!

 

[dis sjw]

I got a idea how about we go go to one of the casino's buffets.I always go to trump marina there are not that expensive.resorts is also cheap.dis sjw

 

[epcotjason]

I think dis sjw has a great point! There has to be places to eat that have dining rooms where tables could be easily pulled together that do not have mandatory "banquet" pricing regulations for a large group. A buffet is a great choice since there is no menu to have "banquet" rules to deal with. A buffet is a buffet, and nothing more than a one price deal.

 

[disneyfanz04]

I think the idea of a buffet is great too!!! THis way there is something for everyone.

 

[Hillbeans]

Great ideas everyone.

Do the casino buffets allow patrons under 21?

I think there may have been one other person bringing along their kids - I may or may not have mine depending on what we decide. Mine may just come along for the ride and go outside to the beach with DH if we do indeed end up at the Boardwalk.

 

[kimwim8]

I definitely like the idea of a buffet. Thanks, dis sjw!!!

I'll do some research tonight, and post some of the places and prices tonight or tomorrow morning. Then we can take a vote...and have a set plan!!

Happy Friday all!

 

[dis sjw]

The only casino buffet that does not allow people under 21 is balleys wild wild west casino hope this helps

 

[disneyfanz04]

OK, I may be the only one, but I think we should go back to the regular plan...I say we go to Rainforest Cafe and sit in two groups of 10. I called tonight(just wanted to see if it made a difference that I had the club card) and the manager Joe said he could get two tables right next to each other. (Sorry if I am steeping on anyones toes by doing that, I was just curious) I would really like to go to RFC, and this way twe know the kids will be occupied.

Just a thought. Whatever everyone decides though is ok with me, I am just excited to finally get to meet some of my DIS buddies!!

 

[Blueeyes101817]

Im liking the buffet idea!!!! That would make sure that there was food for everyone...if not, Gourmet is good for me too...

I just got b ack from florida about an hour ago, so ill be talking to Kim tomorrow and coming back here to see what the plan is

 

[Blueeyes101817]

OKAY!! we have the final details!!

We have two tables for 10 reserved at the Rain Forest Cafe on May 13 at 3pm (thanks to michelle for reserving them!)
We need to tell them how many booster /high chairs we need..please let us know!

thanks and see you there!

 

[dis sjw]

Can't wait to meet everyone is there anything special we can wear so we can tell we are from the dis boards?Thanks dis sjw[AKA steven}

 

[Debi]

Hooray!! I can't wait!!

Where should we meet? At the Boardwalk enterance of the RFC?

 

[Blueeyes101817]

Ill meet where everyone else tells me..i havent been there, so just let me know! ill be with Kim too