For Business Diners
Business dining in winter calls for warm cups of tea, delicious comfort foods, and impressive venues that take your end-of-year celebrations to the next level. These new additions to our business dining marketplace include some of the most recommended and well-loved restaurants in their regions — from celebrity-dotted hotspots to critically acclaimed wine bars and local legends that have been go-to’s for decades. We hope you enjoy!
Alice’s Tea Cup
3 locations in NY
According to the Mad Hatter from Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, “It’s always tea time.” That’s particularly true during New York winters when every business diner needs a cozy spot where the conversation and beverages are nice and warm. Alice’s Tea Cup is NYC’s most whimsical tea house, offering an un-stuffy experience that caters to every appetite. Besides the delicious teas, we highly recommend the scones! Be sure to inquire about catering and private events, too.
Blue Moon Mex-Express
Denville, NJ
Blue Moon Mex-Express believes that life is a fiesta. Here, every business meal is a fiesta, too! Besides the delicious Tex-Mex cuisine, with plenty of options for vegan and gluten-free business diners, you’ll find plenty of fun reasons to visit again and again — from “Fiesta Hour” every Monday-Friday to trivia nights and game night specials. Planning a special event? Blue Moon offers a relaxed atmosphere with customizable menus and party planning.
Blue Moon Mexican Cafe
Wyckoff, NJ
Like its sister restaurant in Denville, Wyckoff’s Blue Moon Mexican Cafe offers craveable Tex-Mex specialties served with a side of fun. Every day of the week, you’ll find an excuse to go out for a Mexican business meal, from daily happy hour specials to live music. The Wyckoff location is also available for private corporate events, and Blue Moon offers a “catering marketplace” offering Italian, Chinese, deli specialties, pizza and even breakfast.
Bounty Hunter
Walnut Creek, CA
Welcome to Bounty Hunter, a sophisticated wine bar, restaurant, and retail shop in the heart of Downtown Napa, where business diners can sample expertly-curated vintages from the 18-page wine list and some of the world’s rarest and finest spirits. Here, you’ll also find an exquisite culinary experience, with BBQ-themed specialties that each come with a pairing suggestion. Online ordering and reservations are also available, along with delicious catering for corporate events.
Bounty Hunter Wine Bar & Smokin’ BBQ
Napa, CA
Welcome to Bounty Hunter, a sophisticated wine bar, restaurant, and retail shop in the heart of Downtown Napa where business diners can sample expertly-curated vintages from the 18-page wine list along with some of the world’s rarest and finest spirits. Here, you’ll also find an exquisite culinary experience, with BBQ-themed specialties that each come with a pairing suggestion. Online ordering and reservations are also available, along with delicious catering for corporate events.
Dea Restaurant
Dallas, TX
Inspired by destinations like Naples, Ibiza, and Palermo, Dea offers a unique business dining experience with several vibes to choose from. Business diners can settle into the warm, intimate dining room while savoring European coastal cuisine. Walk-ins are welcome at the bar, where diners can enjoy craft cocktails and vintages from the award-winning wine program. The Kitchen Counter gives guests a view of skilled chefs at work, while the Blue Room provides a cozy escape.
Empanada Mama
4 locations in NY
Looking for the best empanada in town? Empanada Mama is known for having the biggest and best empanadas in NYC, with over 40 unique flavors that pay tribute to various ethnic cuisines — like Greek, Polish, Cuban, Caribbean, Italian, and American. Business diners can expect fresh, all-natural ingredients along with a warm atmosphere, quick service, and late-night hours. Order online to get your empanada fix even faster!
Firehouse Subs
15 locations in FL/GA/TX/WA/ON
When mid-day hunger strikes, it’s Firehouse Subs to the rescue! Here, business diners can enjoy satisfying hot subs, including the King’s Hawaiian® Pork & Slaw Sandwich, back by popular demand. A portion of every business meal helps support first responders, while convenient online ordering ensures a quick and easy meal on busy work days. With numerous locations nationwide, Firehouse Subs is also a top pick for convenient catering.
Hardee’s
80 nationwide locations
There are fast food restaurants, and then there’s Hardee’s, where skilled Biscuit Makers begin hand-making each batch of flaky, buttery biscuits each morning at 4 a.m. Business diners can also taste the difference in each hand-breaded chicken tender, premium charbroiled burgers, and exciting new flavors like candied bacon and Nashville hot chicken. Serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner, Hardee’s also offers a great loyalty program where you can earn immediate rewards plus ongoing perks.
Juanita’s Tex Mex Cantina
College Station, TX
Experience a restaurant inspired by the heritage, recipes, and history passed down through family traditions at Juanita’s, a colorful business dining destination in the vibrant community of Century Square. Come as you are, take a seat, and savor Tex-Mex cuisine like ceviche and empanadas, along with a refreshing margarita, cocktail, or cerveza. With indoor and outdoor seating, valet parking, weekly happy hour, and special events, Juanita’s is sure to be a regular in your rotation.
Kashkaval Garden
New York, NY
Celebrating 25 Years in Hell’s Kitchen, Kashkaval Garden is a Mediterranean restaurant offering savory tapas, healthy fare like grilled kebabs, a curated wine list, specialty cocktails, and more. Business diners are invited to join for lunch, dinner, and happy hour, with seating options at the bar, indoor dining room, or outdoor “garden” open year-round. Kashkaval makes a beautiful venue for parties of 12 to 60 and also offers catering trays for your office lunches and celebrations!
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen
2 locations in IL
Popeyes has remained a beloved household name for five decades thanks to its zesty, New Orleans-inspired fried chicken. Dinova business diners can reap rewards while indulging in their favorite Popeye’s dishes, from the iconic chicken sandwiches to the fiery ghost pepper wings and delectable popcorn shrimp. For small gatherings, consider the crowd-pleasing Popeyes chicken boxes and family feasts. Use the Popeye’s app for added convenience and even more dining rewards!
Porters Dining + Bar
College Station, TX
Porters is an approachable upscale business dining destination located in Century Square. Showcasing masterfully prepared steaks and American cuisine, Porters boasts a distinct southern flair, from the Texas hospitality to the oak, mesquite, and hickory used to wood-fire the meats. Business diners can make online reservations for lunch and dinner, entertain in one of three private dining rooms, enjoy happy hour specials, or opt for a casual outdoor experience in “The Backyard.”
Press Club
San Francisco CA
Just two blocks from Union Square and the Moscone Convention Center, Press Club is a chic, subterranean wine bar and lounge that makes the perfect setting for many business dining occasions. Often named one of San Francisco’s best wine bars, Press Club features a social atmosphere, award-winning architecture, a seasonally updated food menu and, of course, an expertly curated wine list. Happy hour is on weekdays from 4-6, and Press Club can host corporate events of up to 500+.
ROOH
San Francisco, CA
Nestled in the heart of the Bay Area is ROOH, an urban, Indian-inspired restaurant and cocktail bar hailed as one of San Francisco’s top Indian restaurants by the California MICHELIN Guide (among other prestigious accolades). The cuisine is “Progressive Indian,” balancing rich traditional flavors with fresh local ingredients and international inspirations. Besides delicious small plates and sharing platters, innovative entrees, and unique desserts, business diners will appreciate the exquisite cocktails, online reservations, and catering.
Schroeder’s Restaurant
San Francisco, CA
With a rich history, convenient Financial District location, and friendly atmosphere, this Bavarian-inspired beer hall has been a favorite among San Francisco professionals for more than 120 years! Today, the space and menu have been revitalized, and business diners can enjoy chef-driven pub fare like schnitzel and sausages, German beers and cocktails, and happy hour every weekday (including all day on Mondays). Conveniently, Schroeder’s also offers online ordering and reservations, catering, and private events.
Tao Chicago
Chicago, IL
TAO Chicago is the place for business diners to see and be seen, featuring a dynamic two-level experience with an upscale restaurant and nightclub. The scene is luxe and otherworldly, with a grand staircase, intriguing lighting, 3D projection, sculptures, and artifacts that transport you to another place and time. Several private dining rooms offer an exclusive velvet rope vibe, and Toa can accommodate private business events of up to 1,800 guests.
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