.: Table For Eight :.

Table for Eight is NOT a dating service. Table for Eight is an upscale dining and social club that arranges dinner parties for upscale professionals. We bring groups of 6 or 8 men and women with similar backgrounds and interests together to facilitate expanding your social network for an evening of great food and interesting conversation. Our members are professional men and women interested in meeting others in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere.
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We arrange dinner parties of 6 or 8 based on general age groups as well as the information provided on each members' profile. A recent photo is required as part of the application process as well as a short phone interview so we can get to know each of our members. We put a compatible dinner party together based on appearance, interests, preferences, demographics and lifestyle. We can measure compatibility...you measure the chemistry. Our goal is to create a comfortable dinner party where you can meet new friends and expand your social network.
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Dinners take place at various restaurants and venues throughout the week. Each month, we offer options on different days of the week, so you can always find an evening that fits your schedule.
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We always recommend a minimum of business casual attire for an event, unless otherwise stated. We recommend you "dress to impress" and wear something you would wear to a first date or an important work function.
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Each month Table for Eight makes reservations at local restaurants and post the dates and times to our events calendar. Our reservation request system allows you to choose the dates and locations that work for you. Submit your reservation requests and we will place you at the dinner party(ies) that are the best fit for you. To give you the best options, we recommend requesting 2 - 3 dinners per month. An initial confirmation is sent about 3-5 days prior to each event and for those who will be placed. If we do not have a compatible fit for you on a particular date, we will simply let you know. We will not place you at a Table for Eight dinner party unless there is a compatible match for you. If you will be attending, a final confirmation is sent via email approximately 48 hours prior to each dinner. You will know the time, place, location and first names of those you will be dining with prior to arriving at the restaurant.
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Although the name "Table for Eight" implies 8 guests, we are sometimes limited by the restaurant. Round tables are ideal to help facilitate conversation at our dinner parties and many fabulous restaurants only have round tables that seat 6 guests. To ensure we expose our members to the best restaurants Boston has to offer, "6 top" tables are very common. There are ALWAYS even numbers of men and women confirmed for each dinner party.
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Even if you are the quiet type, we have designed our dinners to be comfortable and stress free. After the introductions, you will soon be at ease with new friends and casual conversation.
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Table for Eight chooses restaurants with excellent food, fabulous service, and ambience that offers a warm, relaxing atmosphere. All of our restaurants have received favorable reviews. Our goal is to give our clients a range of excellent restaurants, from casual to elegant. For a list of Table for Eight's most popular restaurants, please view our.
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We typically select moderately priced, upscale restaurants where your meals range between $12 - $30. The meal price excludes alcohol purchases and is determined by your selection. In most cases, an 18 percent gratuity will be added to your check. Separate checks are provided for each guest.
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Most evenings, Table for Eight will have anywhere from one - three reservations at each restaurant accommodating members from different age groups and interests. When you arrive at the restaurant, inform the restaurant host/hostess of your Table for Eight reservation time and they will show you to your table. After you are seated, introductions and conversation happen easily and by the end of the evening...you have a new group of friends!
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Each member receives individual checks at the end of the evening. When several participants share an appetizer or a bottle of wine, the item will be split evenly among their checks.
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Reservations: You can select the dates and restaurants that best suit your taste by visiting our online events calendar. From the events calendar, just fill out our online reservation request. You will receive confirmation of your dinner request based on age, interests, compatibility and availability of other members.
Invitations: Members will also receive an invitation from Table for Eight to join a table or dinner party that we are arranging based on your profile and compatibility with the group.
Confirmations: You will typically be contacted 24 to 48 hours prior to an event/dinner by email or phone, to confirm your reservation. You will be given the name, address, directions, and phone number of the restaurant, along with the reservation time. All our events are reserved under Table for Eight.
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We encourage you to exchange names and phone numbers after the event so you can contact each other at your convenience. However, if you don't have the opportunity to exchange information, simply call our office or send us an email and we will be happy to forward your contact information or approach them on your behalf, which may include inviting both of you to another Table for Eight dinner or with both members' consent, exchanging phone numbers or email addresses. All of our members' information is strictly confidential. We do not give out any information without the consent of our members .
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Although we realize you like to attend social gatherings with your best friends, however, at member arranged dinners, we discourage members from sitting with friends since the premise of our service (and the appeal to our members) is the introduction to new friends!
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We monitor inclement weather and road conditions before making a final decision. If we decide to postpone or cancel arrangements, we will leave you a message before 4 p.m. If the event is postponed, we will suggest a new date and ask you to RSVP.
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Absolutely. Table for Eight guarantees client privacy. Names and phone numbers are completely confidential. Introductions made at dinners or events are by first name only. All other information exchanged during a dinner or event is up to you.
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Table for Eight is always interested in adding to our growing membership - 90% of our members are referred by word of mouth. We offer additional membership benefits for referring new members. If you refer a friend, please be sure to let us know so we can reward and thank you.
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Table for Eight is extremely affordable. Unlike other introduction services that cost thousands, we offer several options to choose from starting at $225 for 12 months that includes dozens of introductions. We are comparable to the costs associated with online dating services or speed dating or other singles events. Our membership consultants can discuss the different options and assist you in selecting a package that best fits your needs. Table for Eight offers more that you would think for less than what you would expect!
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