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American Association of Law Libraries
2004 Annual Meeting, July 10-14
Boston, Massachusetts

Dine Arounds

Sunday, July 11, 2004
6:30-8:30pm

Electronic signups have ended. Please stop by the Hospitality Desk starting Friday July 9 at 4pm to check for availability.

Guidelines:

• Each Dine Around group will have a local New England AALL member as their guide.
• Each group will consist of a guide plus up to 15 other members.
• Each group will meet at a prearranged spot at the Hynes Convention Center and walk to the restaurant. They are all close to the Convention Center so everyone can return on time for the Opening Reception at 8:30.
• The price range provided does not include alcoholic drinks, gratuity (usually 18-20% for groups), or tax (5%).
• Most restaurants will not provide separate checks, so diners need to bring cash and be willing split the bill evenly.
• Restaurants labeled "FULL" have reached capacity for the Dine Around.

Legal Sea Foods -- FULL
Prudential Center

Just what the name says – lots of seafood. The restaurant's name comes from its motto – “If it's not fresh, it's not Legal”. The clam chowder is said to be one of New England's best. Nice atmosphere with lots of choices for the seafood lover.

Price Range: Moderate ($12-$25)
Type of Food: American, seafood
Atmosphere: Local chain, Family, relaxed
Drinks: Beer, Wine Cocktails

Restaurant Marché Movinpic (2 groups)
Prudential Center

A totally unique dining experience. This is the first Marché in the USA and it can be described as an expansive, upscale prepared-food bazaar. Diners receive a "passport" stamped for each item ordered. A variety of dishes, from rotisserie chickens to sushi to brick oven pizza to Swiss-style rosti potatoes, is available, and almost everything's made to order using fresh ingredients.

Price Range: Moderate ($15-$25) (separate checks available)
Type of Food: Eclectic - American and International
Atmosphere: Family, bustling, hectic, fun
Drinks: Beer, Wine

Brasserie Jo Boston
120 Huntington Avenue (in the Colonnade Hotel)

One of Boston’s only French Brasserie, featuring classic French dishes in a casual French inspired atmosphere. The menu has everything from onion soup to hanger steak, great crepes and omelets too. Plus a great wine selection.

Price Range: Moderate-Expensive ($15-$32)
Type of Food: French inspired
Atmosphere: Casual, adult, nice setting
Drinks: Beer, Wine, Cocktails

CheeseCake Factory
115 Huntington Avenue, Back side of Prudential Center

Traditional American fare, with HUGE portions, with everything imaginable on the extensive menu. Save room for a slice of the Cheesecake, why else would you go? One strategy is to split one the extra big appetizers and then have a piece of the Chocolate Fudge Cheesecake, with whipped cream - all to yourself (so what if the Opening Reception is a dessert buffet - you only live once).

Price Range: Moderate ($10-20)
Type of Food: American, salads, bakery
Atmosphere: Chain, faux finishes, family friendly
Drinks: Beer, Wine, Cocktails

Summer Shack -- FULL
50 Dalton Street

Jasper White’s (famous Boston chef) rendition of a New England summer clambake. Everything from oysters, raw bar, lobsters, grilled fish, and lots of other selections. White's colloquial menu provides New England favorites-- hearty cod cakes with Boston baked beans or an authentic clambake. Or choose wok-seared lobster with ginger and scallions. There is lot of emphasis on the raw bar too, offering eight or more varieties of oysters, several types of clams, gravlax, and ceviches.

Price Range: Low - Moderate ($10-25)
Type of Food: Seafood
Atmosphere: Local chain, family, loud, relaxed
Drinks: Beer, Wine, Cocktails

Cactus Club Restaurant and Bar
939 Boylston Street

A lively restaurant where you will find nachos, fajitas, quesadillas and their award-winning margaritas. They have Tex-Mex, Southwestern and Caribbean dishes. The Cactus Club is also known for mixing festive libations and offers an impressive selection of beers. It is a 15-year Boston mainstay and in the warmer months the outdoor patio overlooks the bustle of Boylston Street.

Price Range: Inexpensive ($10-20)
Type of Food: Mexican
Atmosphere: Local, loud, younger crowd late night
Drinks: Beer, Wine, Cocktails

Tapéo Restaurant and Tapas Bar -- FULL
226 Newbury Street

"Tapas" (sometimes considered little appetizers), originated in Spain and are served at this especially charming Boston restaurant on fashionable Newbury Street. Tapéo has a cozy brick dining room with patio dining in summer. You can choose from dozens of hot or cold tapas.

Price Range: Moderate ($12-25) a $12 food minimum
Type of Food: Spanish
Atmosphere: Local, charming
Drinks: Beer, Wine

Kashmir Indian Restaurant
279 Newbury Street

One of Boston’s best Indian restaurants that offers an extensive menu of chicken, lamb, beef, seafood, and vegetarian dishes. They specialize in Tandoori cooking and are located in a beautiful Back Bay setting with outdoor seating in the summer.

Price Range: Moderate ($12-25)
Type of Food: Indian
Atmosphere: Local, sophisticated, beautiful Indian decor
Drinks: Beer, Wine, Cocktails

Vinny T’s of Boston
867 Boylston Street

Traditional Italian restaurant from Boston's North End featuring HUGE portions. Vinny’s is known for their red sauce eateries and they “prepare hearty Southern Italian dishes and serve them in large portions meant to be shared family style." You can get your favorite Italian comfort foods such as Chicken Parmigiana, Spaghetti Marinara, Lasagna Bolognese and Veal Marsala. They promise that "nobody leaves Vinny's hungry!” But beware; the portions are truly hearty - so come hungry.

Price Range: Moderate ($10-25)
Type of Food: Italian
Atmosphere: Local chain, family friendly
Drinks: Beer, Wine, Cocktails