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New Restaurant Partners Starting August 15, 2024
With summer ending, it’s the perfect opportunity to reconnect with colleagues or clients over a delicious meal or a relaxed happy hour. Explore the newest additions to our business dining options, featuring venues with amenities like private dining rooms, catering services, and online booking. Don’t forget, Dinova offers tools to simplify choosing the ideal restaurant, corporate gift, or event venue, making your planning effortless!
Big Bite Pizza
Alexandria, VA
Treat yourself or your team to a “Slice of America” at Big Bite Pizza, a New York-style pizzeria featuring hand-tossed dough made daily, signature tomato sauce, freshly grated buffalo mozzarella, and more premium ingredients. This business dining destination has been serving the Alexandria area since 1988, and its founders’ passion for American flavor extends beyond pizza. You’ll also find delicious wings, salads, pasta, sandwiches, and party trays for group catering.
Caddy’s
5 locations in FL
Waterfront dining along Florida’s picturesque Gulf Coast? Sign us up! Caddy’s offers five tropical locations for your dining, happy hour, and team-building needs, with rentable spaces and cabanas to turn your corporate celebration into a fun beach bash. Choose from decks, outdoor terraces, and rooftops, and let the team help customize food, drink, and entertainment options. The menu includes delicious seafood, surf and turf, classic American dishes, and a full bar.
Campo Italian Bistro and Bar
Scottsdale, AZ
Nestled in Scottsdale’s picturesque McCormick Ranch area, Campo Italian Bistro and Bar is a contemporary Italian tavern that celebrates “farm-to-field” cuisine. Business diners will find handcrafted pizzas, paninis, and freshly made pasta to pair with artisanal beers, fine wines, and creative cocktails. Inspired by chef Jeremy Pacheco’s authentic family recipes, Campo focuses on fresh seasonal ingredients, sourced locally from organic Arizona farms. Enjoy relaxed indoor and outdoor dining areas for weekday happy hour, client dinners, and more.
Con Alma
Pittsburgh, PA
Business trips to downtown Pittsburgh call for getting a little jazzy, and Con Alma (“with soul”) celebrates the city’s rich music history with live jazz every night! Business diners can unwind over the smooth sounds of local and touring artists while enjoying creative, internationally-inspired cuisine, house-invented cocktails, and a meticulously curated wine list. Happy hour is at 5 p.m. every day. Visit the website for jazz hours and special events or to make a reservation.
Firehouse Subs
5 locations in CA/NV
Nothing hits the spot like a meaty, melty sub during a busy day. Firehouse is where business diners can consistently find familiar classics and rotating specialty subs like the new hot and spicy Captain’s Club. You can skip the line by ordering individual meals and small group bundles on the app, earning Firehouse Rewards with each meal in addition to myDinova points. What’s more, every Firehouse business meal supports first responders.
Grove
Tampa, FL
Make your next corporate outing a tiki party! Grove is a buzzing neighborhood business dining destination in Soho known for its live music, signature cocktails, lively dance floor, and a full menu of pub food classics. Grove is a popular spot for happy hour, with indoor and outdoor seating and a rewards program where business diners can earn points to use off the clock. Business diners can also enjoy convenient online ordering, and gift cards are available.
Jame
El Segundo, CA
Jame is where you’ll find an experience that takes Italian comfort food to new heights. From house-made pasta to the extensive wine list and craft cocktails, Jame brings the best of Italy to Southern California business diners! Open for lunch, dinner, and aperitivo happy hour (from 3-5 weekdays), Jame offers delicious hand-rolled pasta dishes, sandwiches, and salads made with local ingredients. Planning an event? Jame accommodates private dining for lunch and dinner with prix fixe menus.
Jemma
Los Angeles, CA
Jemma blends classic Italian-American charm with a modern California twist, offering pizzas crafted with perfected organic flour dough and tomatoes from Lodi, CA, known for their ideal balance of sweetness and acidity. Business diners will find rich, comforting classics during lunch and dinner, drink specials and delicacies like crispy provolone at happy hour, and convenient picnic packages for small groups. On-premise group dining is also available with prix fixe, family style menus.
Jemma di Mare
Los Angeles, CA
The “seafood-y” sister to Jemma, Jemma di Mare is a Brentwood hot spot blending seafood with modern Italian. The menu features inventive, foodie-friendly delights such as fresh Peruvian scallops, squid ink scialatielli, and crispy branzino alla Singapore. Feeling fancy? Pair your business meal with a Millionaire martini (served with a Kaluga caviar bump) or basil margarita with sea foam. Indoor and outdoor dining is available along with online reservations.
Jemma Pizzeria
Pacific Palisades, CA
The beloved Jemma brand comes to Palisades Village at this delightful new pop-up pizzeria from Chef Jackson Kalb. Explore a fresh and creative menu with Italian inspired salads, sandwiches and, of course, pizzas. Jemma is well known for its red sauce, with tomatoes sourced from Lodi, CA, at the peak of sweetness and acidity, and you’ll find it on everything from french fries to the spicy eggplant parm hero. Catering is available for pick-up or delivery.
Late August
Houston, TX
Late August is more than a business dining destination. It’s a cultural culinary celebration! Designed to evoke a sense of wonderment and excitement, this highly anticipated restaurant from James Beard Award finalist Chris Williams boasts a menu blending West African and southern Mexican influences. Business diners can also enjoy a bit of history in what was once Houston’s Sears building, featuring the original terrazzo marble floors, high-end artistic finishes, and a private dining room.
MacDinton’s
2 locations in FL
MacDinton’s is where Tampa and Gainesville business diners go to unwind over cocktails, sports, and a vast menu of delicious pub grub including Irish specialties like shepherd’s pie and bangers and mash. This restaurant partner excels at private corporate event services, with indoor and outdoor event spaces that you can customize with themed entertainment, live music, personalized decor, and crowd-pleasing cuisine. You’ll also find daily food and drink specials and convenient online ordering.
Mad Beach Cantina
Medeira Beach, FL
Some business meals call for wining and dining. Others call for chips, dips, and margarita sips! Welcome to Mad Beach Cantina, a Madeira Beach gem where you’ll find mouthwatering Mexican cuisine served with gorgeous bay views. Happy hour is all day every day, with great specials on cold beer and house margaritas. You can also opt for a tequila flight tasting for the table, or build your own margarita! Online reservations are available.
Nat’s on Bank
New York, New York
Imagine a New York business dining destination that’s artsy, whimsical, and unique—without being the least bit pretentious. That’s Nat’s, a beloved local joint for seafood, vegetarian dishes, and all-around good times. You’ll find small and large plates for every occasion, lifestyle, and craving, from “Baller Shot Caller” seafood towers to lobster risotto. Pair your business meal with a unique signature cocktail or glass of bubbles. Private event space is available for up to 20 guests.
Ospi
Venice, CA
Ospi, short for “ospitante” meaning “host” in English, combines modern and classic Italian influences to create a laid-back lunch trattoria and a cozy spot for business dinners with a familial vibe. Ideally situated in the heart of Venice Beach, Ospi also features an elegant private dining room above the bar which provides the perfect place to host private corporate events. Insta-worthy cocktails, shareables like burrata panzanella, and irresistible comfort food classics are on the menu.
Pacific Rim Bistro
Atlanta, GA
Conveniently across from the Georgia World Congress Center, business diners will find Pacific Rim Bistro, a sleek, modern destination for Pan-Asian cuisine. This is a popular sushi spot among downtown Atlanta office workers, with innovative rolls and great lunch combination specials. The menu also includes delicious specialties inspired by other exotic regions, from Thailand to Mongolia. Happy hour is daily from 4:30-6! Visit the website for details on private parties or to make a reservation.
Salute
Frisco, TX
Welcome to your new favorite Italian spot in Frisco! Salute has all the ingredients for a warm and productive business meal, from the inviting interior with a touch of industrial-chic style to the friendly, professional service and well-executed Italian dishes (think ravioli topped with lobster bisque). Patrons also rave about the welcoming patio, beautiful presentation, and decadent dessert bar. Private events, catering, and online reservations are also available.
Saoco Cuban Eats
Chevy Chase, MD
To the passionate founders of Saoco, a Cuban sandwich is much more than a sandwich. It represents the melting pot this country is all about! Combining Colombian culinary and hospitality with South Florida vibes, this delightful fast casual establishment offers authentic empanadas, sandwiches, bowls, and Cuban coffee. You’ll find Saoco inside The Heights Food Hall, steps from the Friendship Heights Metrorail stop. Here’s to “Havana” good time!
Sculley’s
Medeira Beach, FL
Located in the historic fishing village of John’s Pass, this waterfront destination offers a Gulf-to-table experience with seafood purchased from local fishermen. While Sculley’s has been a staple for many years, it was renovated to provide an elevated space and menu while staying true to its history. Custom seafood boils are the star of the menu; choose from fresh shrimp, mussels, lobster, crab, and more! You’ll also find wine, beer, cocktails, and a rewards club.
Taqueria Los Angeles
Plano, TX
Taqueria Los Angeles offers a genuine taste of Mexico in a welcoming and vibrant taqueria setting. Business diners can savor mouthwatering Mexican favorites like tacos, burritos, and fajitas alongside a variety of refreshing drinks like aguas frescas, Jarritos, micheladas, and margaritas. Known for its generous portion sizes and loyal fans, Taqueria offers a touch of surprise and novelty with robot servers. Drop-off and full-service catering are available!
The Genuine
Phoenix, AZ
When a restaurant features a custom Forno Bravo, you know the food is on point! The Genuine uses theirs to craft shareable woodfired cuisine like wood oven roasted muscles, charred Spanish octopus, and woodfired pizzas. This upscale business dining destination is distinctly Phoenix, featuring local craft beers, wines by the glass, and signature cocktails like the highly recommended Up In Smoke old-fashioned. The Genuine can host on-premise events and cater off-premise, too. Inquire or grab your reservation online!
The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill
Locations in FL
Founded by a Greek-Armenian family in 2011, The Great Greek continues to serve authentic Mediterranean fare using passed-down family recipes. Great Greek’s commitment to fresh, high-quality ingredients (many sourced from the Mediterranean) has earned it a place on many “best of” lists, including being named Entrepreneur magazine’s second-best Mediterranean franchise in the country! Several catering options are available, from a build-your-own-gyro kit to salads, skewers, and more.
The Little Woody
Phoenix, AZ
Who doesn’t love a divey bar with a great backstory? The Little Woody is inside one of Phoenix’s oldest continuously operating bars, and in a city with no shortage of watering holes, it’s named one of the area’s top 100 bars. The interior evokes a combination of a bar, ski lodge, and family room, while the pool table and other games offer team building opportunities. Business diners will also find upscale bar bites and unique cocktails.
The McMillan Bar and Kitchen
Flagstaff, AZ
Visit The McMillan and drink in history! This storied destination is housed in a historic hotel built in 1886, the oldest standing building in downtown Flagstaff. Inside, you’ll find a rustic, welcoming space. Enjoy a “Burger 66” and other American favorites from the kitchen, along with rotating drafts and specialty cocktails. Happy hour is from 3-6 on weekdays, and business diners can enjoy $5 well drinks, $3 off specialty cocktails, and snacks starting at $4.
The Orchard Townhouse
New York, New York
The Orchard is a sophisticated, Michelin Guide-listed restaurant that’s as endearing as it is trendy. This day-to-night neighborhood gem features a menu that’s both uncomplicated and exquisite, spotlighting contemporary bistro fare like smoked trout croquettes and spicy crab spaghetti. The focal point is the cozy, 100 year old brick walled garden, which is heated during colder months and can accommodate private corporate events of up to 40 guests.
The V!G
6 locations in AZ
Looking for a funky, vibey neighborhood hangout for hosting and entertaining? Check out The VIG, which promises the perfect antidote to the over the top “concept” restaurant. Instead, it delivers the neighborhood feels with an unpretentious space and menus. The all-day menu offers something for everyone, from truffle parmesan fries for the table to hearty mains like fish and chips. Happy hour is from 3-6, and in our opinion, is best enjoyed on one of the inviting patios.
The Womack
Phoenix, AZ
In the 60s in Phoenix, lounge Chez Nous was all the rage, known for its dimly-lit bar, iconic cocktails, and soulful music. You’ll find the same vintage vibes at The Womack, a fashionable restaurant and entertainment venue. The Womack welcomes you and your party with an indoor-outdoor layout, upscale sharing menu, and nightly live entertainment like dueling pianos. If it sounds like the perfect place to host a company party, it is! Visit the website to inquire.
Verde
10 locations in SC
Wholesome food and fast food don’t have to be mutually exclusive. Verde is where business diners and travelers can find fresh, healthy fare to power through busy workdays, with signature salads and bowls and the option to build your own meal with an array of hand-chopped, seasonal ingredients primarily sourced locally. Need to cater a meeting or event? Check out Verde’s salad bars, boxed lunches, and wrap trays.
YakiniQ
San Francisco, CA
The Korean barbecue experience is always a memorable way to share a meal with colleagues or clients. Yakiniq delivers an all-you-can-eat experience with a focus on quality meats like brisket, kalbi, and pork belly, plus traditional sides like corn cheese and steamed eggs to enhance your meal. There is no shortage of business friendly amenities, from online reservations to happy hour specials, delivery, and catering. Stop by and discover everything that makes YakiniQ a local foodie favorite!
Staff Pick
The V!G
Funky & Vibey • All-Day Menu • Happy Hour