victoria and alberts

[lomillerin]

For dad and son?

 

[Uncleromulus]

No problem with being "welcomed"--and I doubt anyone would think it odd for a dad and son dinner.
I've seen kids his age twice at V&A since we started going there in 1988--and one of those was part of what looked to be a mother/ daughter combination.
Just be aware that this is a LONG dinner--at least 2 hours and easily could stretch to 2 and 1/2. The other child we saw was also about 12/13 and was with her parents--she seemed absolutely bored stiff and kept walking back and forth between her parents as they ate, drank their wine, etc.

 

[webray]

While I have seen a child in this restaurant one time, remember this is an adult restaurant.

 

[twojo21]

it is an expensive restaurant at $95/each for a 5 course meal and is adult themed. i have seen a child there once or twice but its mostly couples looking for that special experience. i wouldnt bring him just for those reasons.

 

[Mister Disney]

I think the idea of a Dad / son dinner at V&A is INCREDIBLE.

I would only recommend considering the following:

1. Is your son a big eater? You say he likes to try new things, which is great, but even though the "portions" are small with each course, it does add up to a LOT of food by the time you are finished.

2. As Uncleromulus says, this is a VERY long meal 2 - 2½ hours. Will your son and husband have enough to talk about etc to keep your son entertained between courses?

Finally, I would say GO FOR IT! I'd also suggest an EARLY reservation, say 5 - 5:30. My reasoning for this...a cool evening of Dad / son stuff. If they eat early, they will normally be finished in time to go out and watch the Electric Water Parade which passes the GF and can even go down to the dock at the GF and watch the fireworks that night.

Please let us know what you decide.

 

[emememem]

We took our DD for her 13th birthday. We had a wonderful time. I would suggest reservations for the 1st seating however. The second seating ends very late, around midnight. Hope you have a great time!

 

[BCV23]

I agree with choosing the early seating and making certain he would enjoy that long of a meal. If he would, I think they'll make a wonderful father-son memory.

Our older son went in my place once when he was 10-12. One of our other children wasn't feeling well and he had his jacket with him so all was well.

They had a wonderful experience and I could tell it made him feel special. That one on one time with a parent is always so nice for any child and like your son, he was an adventurous eater. His behavior and manners were certainly as good as anyone in the dining room.

Our children were never allowed to go from chair to chair like the young lady Uncleromulus observed. I do think that would be out of place at V&A.

 

[Princess Wannabe]

Although I agree with the other posters about saying it is okay to take your son, I would like to offer up my own experience at V&A's.

I am the world's pickiest eater...In fact, my credo in life is "Pick and flick".
...as in, I "pick" through my food and then "flick" out the stuff I don't like!) I don't like 90% of the world's vegetables, I don't like beef, and I am not much of a bread eater. My husband says I could probably be happy existing on a diet of chocolate milk and tacos, and he would be about right.

Having said that, my DH and I went to V&A's 2 years ago to celebrate our anniversary. I was dreading the whole experience, just knowing that we were wasting some hard-earned $$$ on me, since I knew I would be picking and then flicking out most of the food. But I went anyhow, to indulge my husband.

All I can say is, WOW!! I couldn't even begin to tell you what we ate that night (it's probably best that I didn't know!), but every bite was pure pleasure. I think it must have been how they blended things, and then the sauces they used...I never flicked! At all! If anything, instead of doing the 'flick', I was practically doing the 'lick'! As in licking my plates clean!

So, I'm just suggesting that you reconsider going with your DH; you may really, really enjoy it, and it would be a treat for your DH to have his beautiful DW sitting with him at dinner....it could be a night to remember! I know it is with us...my DH STILL talks about that dinner! I am SO glad I went!

 

[lomillerin]

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[Mister Disney]

GO FOR IT!

Dress code...."Jackets are required". NOT suits or ties, although a large majority of people wear Suits and Ties.

I myself wear a pair of dress pants, a silk t-shirt sort of thing and a jacket (ala Don Johnson for all you old folks out there.....LOL....) and have never felt out of place. I have eaten at V&A 10 times in the past 7 years and have always had a great meal.

I also think that since you and your daughter will be doing a Mother / Daughter thing, that this is a great chance for your Husband and son to do something together.....again....each of you children will come home with a special memory all their own.

I hope you do it!

 

[Uncleromulus]

lomillerin:
From my experience at V&A the "norm" is about 90+ percent of the men wearing ties. I'd say about 80% wear a suit.
These days, I wear a blue sportcoat, tan slacks, and a Disney tie.
But again--a tie is NOT a requirement and if they'll be more comfortable that way, no need to go out and buy all new clothes just for one dinner.

 

[Mister Disney]

My husband really wants to eat here and I am just way to picky. He suggested he go with our son who is 13 and will eat anything. My son loves to try new things and is comfortable eating at nicer restaurants, but will he be welcomed? He is not loud, fussy, or fidgety as he is older. Would others think it odd for my husband and son to eat in there together. I noticed it said the women got roses, so I am concerned he would feel out of place.
I do not mind at all as I am planning on taking my DD6 to the Perfect Princess Tea Party which will be about the same price.
Any advice?

lomillerin -

Have you decided what you are going to do?

 

[lomillerin]

Yes, they are going and my son is excited about it. He called me a whimp for not wanting to try new foods, but he is happy we are letting him go.

 

[mckryan]

Yes, they are going and my son is excited about it. He called me a whimp for not wanting to try new foods, but he is happy we are letting him go.

Him being happy is all that counts! I'm sure no one will even pay him any mind, and he and his dad will make great memories! I wish I could go back to V&A, but we'll have to wait until our daughter either brings a friend with or is off to college. She is not adventurous at all, and she would be bored silly! I do believe the next time I go, I'll make sure we're either staying at the GF or get a car to take us home. That wine flight can throw you for a loop! LOL

 

[DawnCt1]

We have dined here with two of our DS's when they were four and six. They were always good kids so behavior wasn't a concern. They did get tired but so did we. Of course if we were paying out of pocket, we probably wouldn't have brought them since they didn't have the same level of appreciation that we did, but they ate. Now that I think of it, if a 4 and 6 year old can find something they like to eat, maybe you should give it a try.