Save the date: dinner with my favorite flight attendant in San Francisco on Thursday, October 25!

Save the date: dinner with my favorite flight attendant in San Francisco on Thursday, October 25!

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It looks like my favorite flight attendant (who shall remain nameless for the time being) has a layover in San Francisco later this month, and I figured I’d fly there to meet her. On second thought I decided not to be selfish, since I figured quite a few of you would like to meet her as well.

So while it’s not confirmed just yet, the plan is to have dinner in San Francisco on Thursday, October 25. If you’re tentatively interested please leave a comment below letting me know, so I can get a general idea of how big of a table we’ll need. If you’re interested in coming in from out of town, don’t book your flight or hotel just yet, as it’ll be another week or so before I receive final confirmation of this.

In the meantime if anyone has a restaurant recommendation for a place that’s not too expensive and can accommodate large parties, please let me know below.

Would be great to see lots of you there!

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  1. Bryce Guest

    Fares too high this close in, so I backed out.

    Have fun!

  2. lucky OMAAT

    Yes, it's most definitely still on, wash oping to finalize in the next day or so. Any local want to step in and maybe help figure out ground logistics? If so, please email me -- [email protected].

  3. Dan Guest

    Hi,

    Any update on this?

    Maybe it's getting out of hand, and you should be left in peace.

    But I'm still in if it's still on. Thanks.

  4. Bryce Guest

    Perfect, Lucky. Considering a little mileage run to SFO anyway.:) Count me in!

  5. Tiffany Guest

    It's certainly not gourmet, but with as large as the group is getting, the Bistro Boudin on Jefferson mightn't be a bad choice. It's accessible, and they definitely have the capacity. They also have private dining space (and menus, but that might be unnecessary).

  6. Kurt Guest

    Have dinner at the Farllon, drinks prior at the Redwood Room

  7. ken Guest

    I'm interested as well. Count me + a guest in. :)

  8. arcticbull Guest

    Oh what the heck, I kind of want to see what happens :P Count me in. I live in SF and will be around that weekend.

  9. Jason Guest

    Will she be bringing the rest of the crew with her so that the 30 other dudes that show up have someone to talk to?

  10. db Guest

    Come on leave the blog and the bromos and go meet with her.

  11. Anonymous for a reason Guest

    Ben I'm thinking about proposing on SQ F A380 SIN-LHR. Any chance you can ask Janesis if she has any ideas to make this even more special?

    Not flying for a few months so please feel free to email me any recommendations from her or yourself.

    I have the middle seats reserved and was thinking about getting the crew to put up a few pictures of us before we arrive (I would mail them or send and email) in our suites but that's about it.

  12. AdamH Diamond

    I'll be around, keep me in the loop.

  13. jackson Guest

    potentially interested, location and time dependent :)

  14. Eric Guest

    Ooh From the comments above, OSHA (there are several locations) or Grand Cafe would be excellent choices!

  15. Eric Guest

    While they are excellent restaurants, I'm not sure if places like boulevard and foreign cinema are the right price point for this type of event.

    Lucky, you're looking for a relaxed atmosphere and good food at a reasonable price right? You may want to check out the Castro and North Beach. They're not as overwhelming as parts of South of Market (SOMA) and Fisherman's Wharf (which attract a ton of tourists and conference traffic) and...

    While they are excellent restaurants, I'm not sure if places like boulevard and foreign cinema are the right price point for this type of event.

    Lucky, you're looking for a relaxed atmosphere and good food at a reasonable price right? You may want to check out the Castro and North Beach. They're not as overwhelming as parts of South of Market (SOMA) and Fisherman's Wharf (which attract a ton of tourists and conference traffic) and usually a great choice for weekday nights. They're also not impossibly hard to get to (short cab ride from the BART line and lots of interesting quiet wine bars nearby) and can handle larger parties with semi private rooms. I can do a little more research, but just want to confirm that's what you're looking for.

  16. Beau Guest

    I'm gonna quote Michael from the office: "The third wheel is what makes it a tricycle."

  17. Dan ray Guest

    Might make it. Just got off sq16.

  18. Springfield95 Guest

    Echo Bob in post 46. Creepy.

  19. Chris New Member

    Why not! Sounds like a good excuse to visit SF.

  20. Brittany Guest

    How cool! Delurking to say I'd love to join too. Count me in if the number isn't already too high...

  21. steve Guest

    Am interested in attending!

  22. chitownflyer Guest

    Go to Boulevard, it is a great restaurant, but do be certain to make reservations. It is my stand by restaurant in San Francisco. http://www.boulevardrestaurant.com/

  23. SonomaWine New Member

    Count us in. We have a couple of SQ F flights coming up too.

  24. Cook Guest

    While I know that I cannot make the date in SF, what a wonderful idea! As a regular readere, I have a good idea about which of your several favored FAs is to be the honored guest. It sounds like a lot of fun. No matter the final details, please darn sure that the honored FA's meal and beverages are covered. What a wonderful thing to do. If her LO is long enough, I hope...

    While I know that I cannot make the date in SF, what a wonderful idea! As a regular readere, I have a good idea about which of your several favored FAs is to be the honored guest. It sounds like a lot of fun. No matter the final details, please darn sure that the honored FA's meal and beverages are covered. What a wonderful thing to do. If her LO is long enough, I hope that you have an opportunity for a private visit as well. (No, not that... we understand. Just a quiet moment for you too to visit, exchange gossip and have a good time.) I hope it turns out a winner for all. Good and great FAs never get enough praise. Great move!

  25. Bob Guest

    This FA situation is getting kinda creepy, (if it wasn't already), no?

    Ah, what the heck. I'm in!

  26. Kenny Guest

    i'd love to come. great san francisco food!

  27. msp2anywhere Guest

    Enough about where to eat, WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO WEAR? ;)

  28. Rahul BR Guest

    Samovar tea restaurant has great food and tea, and I think you'd both like it if you're tea drinkers.

  29. wwk5d Guest

    I can't believe so many people want to join Lucky on his date...let the guy have his alone time with her.

  30. Coutureguy Guest

    Man, would love to attend, but I'll be burning the last of my Skypesos with a trip to Italy during that time. Hope you have a great time!

  31. Rob Guest

    We are now talking Semi-truck with that many extra wheels...

  32. Lack Guest

    Dang, I'll be flying out from SFO on the 25th. Any chance for some bfast or brunch?

  33. Johnny54 Guest

    Try Foreign Cinema in the Mission - excellent for large parties up to 10. Be sure to request the heated outdoor terrace where they show movies.

    www.foreigncinema.com

  34. Louis Guest

    I'm down. And +1 also.

  35. Teck Guest

    Western cuisine would be appropriate.

  36. Jason74 New Member

    Going to be in Kauai and even if I wasn't wouldn't want to be a 3rd wheel. Have fun! Hope you can meet up with her.

  37. Kevin Guest

    Recommend R&G Lounge in Chinatown.

    FYI...Gordon Biersch has closed down.

  38. Mr. N Guest

    I would recommend this

    Sushi House in Alameda
    http://www.e-sushihouse.com/

    It is a little bit drive from SFO. This is the best sushi place in the whole Bay Area (in my opinion, we have tried so many sushi places). I am from the South Bay, I would drive 50 miles to enjoy their sushi sometimes. It is not far from SFO, the price is reasonable. Trust me, you have to try it. Just you and...

    I would recommend this

    Sushi House in Alameda
    http://www.e-sushihouse.com/

    It is a little bit drive from SFO. This is the best sushi place in the whole Bay Area (in my opinion, we have tried so many sushi places). I am from the South Bay, I would drive 50 miles to enjoy their sushi sometimes. It is not far from SFO, the price is reasonable. Trust me, you have to try it. Just you and her, noone else. The place is right next to the ocean. The place always has many people waiting for tables, you need to call in to reserve a nice table for a date, tell them that you will have a date.
    After dinner, you can have a romantic walk along the shoreline (take 2 warm jackets as well, one for her). Use google map, you can check it out
    2375 Shoreline Drive, Alameda, CA 94501
    If she's Asian, this would be the perfect place for her taste.
    Their most special sushi would be: LionKing, BayScallop, California Roll Deluxe, Spider Rolls from their specialty menu. Have fun and enjoy.

  39. Riposte New Member

    I'm interested!

  40. Kevin Guest

    Delfina in the Mission and then head over to Bi-Rite for ice cream afterwards!

  41. Mary Beth Guest

    I'm local and will be in town. I've got plenty of restaurant suggestions but would like to know the area closest to where you're staying. Would make sense to be pick a restaurant nearby.

  42. Rkaradi New Member

    Cha Cha Cha in the mission or Gordon Biersch by Pier 1.

  43. Maic Guest

    This will go viral and you might end up with 500 at a place that seats 100

  44. Teck Guest

    @Drew @StvR - Looks like a squadron now. ;)

  45. Erik Guest

    My gf and I would like to join. Keep us posted

  46. Apu Member

    Ben - count me in... try arranging for a place close to the BART station if you can, just being a little selfish but honest enough to mention that :).

  47. Frank New Member

    I will be there. Keep me posted on the time and location.

  48. DavisCalifJr Guest

    I'm a big fan of the Grand Cafe at Hotel Monaco near Union Square. Elegant and casual at the same time. Great food and drinks. Great age group as well. I highly suggest and won't break the bank. Wish I could attend, but unable to. I'll be looking for your friend on my SQ flight next April to NRT that I got because of you! Thx again, Ben..

    http://www.grandcafe-sf.com/

  49. Billy New Member

    I should be available!

  50. Apaperture Guest

    Try " the ice cream bar" for dessert.

  51. Avi Guest

    Count me in. SF is home for me.

  52. JP2 Guest

    Darn, scheduled to be in IST that week.

  53. AAP Guest

    I should be in the area as well, and happy to be a wingman. On a side note, I was staying at the Parc 55 Wyndham about 2 weeks ago and ran into a Singapore Airlines crew. Unfortunately, I didn't see "our" favorite flight attendant. Great Thai food in San Francisco -- Osha Thai is moderately priced and nice ambience, decor:

    http://www.oshathai.com/3/

  54. StvR Guest

    Way to kill the mood. Don't bring 15 wingmen. Just seal the deal bro.

  55. Susan Guest

    I may be in the area ....flying out to Monterey that weekend I believe. I'll let you know.

  56. Drew Guest

    C'mon people, he doesn't REALLY want you to come as a 3rd, 4th, 5th wheel!! ;-)

  57. eponymous coward New Member

    If you want to show her very typical American cooking...

    http://www.smoothasbutter.com/

    :D

  58. Dan Guest

    I just might be able to come, and coincidentally I happen to be flying F to HKG a week later on a certain airline.....

  59. helixcardinal Guest

    I'm interested!

  60. Sandeep Guest

    This is home.. so tweet me if you want any ideas.. and maybe count me in?

  61. Tisha Guest

    Aww shucks! would have loved to be there...the one day we had a student night event! =( should be a lot of good options in the city/downtown...depends of what kind of cusine you guys are looking at? Chicken and waffles sound good? =)

  62. Kyle Guest

    Try Anamandara

    (http://www.anamandara.com/)

    It's in the Wharf/Ghirardelli Sq. area. Good food (fusion of Vietnamese and French). I recommend the lobster ravioli with mango sauce :)

  63. Teck Guest

    Remember to buy her a gift Lucky! :)

  64. Andrei New Member

    I'm in. Maybe try Tropisueño or Paragon or 21st Amendment.

  65. Elijah N. Guest

    Aw man, I'd love to come but I'll be house sitting in DC until Nov. while my brother is on his honeymoon in S.A. (which I booked for them using miles- thanks Lucky!).

  66. lucky OMAAT

    @ Carlos -- Until the world's premier airline starts service to Tampa, I doubt she'll have a layover there. ;)

    @ Blaine -- Correct.

    @ Steve -- Great!

  67. Steve Guest

    Sounds like a good time, you can count me in.

  68. Blaine Guest

    Her name's not a secret, right? Loyal readers have seen it before....

  69. Carlos Guest

    1 vote to move the dinner to TPA

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Fares too high this close in, so I backed out. Have fun!

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