Sakura!

Anonymous wrote:We did several dinners like this at the Melting Pot. It works on many levels because it's interactive and fun, picky kids can usually find something they'll eat, and because of the pricing structure it's easy to give kids parameters on spending.

Don’t limit kids on what they can order especially for a one time only birthday dinner.

Anonymous wrote:Boys? Fogo

I’m illiterate this morning. Girl might still like fogo but not as much as guys do. 🥳 happy birthday to her!

El Paso on mariachi night!

Boys? Fogo

DD did this at Ruthie's All Day. We sat at the bar, and DD and friends sat at a table in the main dining room.

Hulu Skewer House in Rockville

We did several dinners like this at the Melting Pot. It works on many levels because it's interactive and fun, picky kids can usually find something they'll eat, and because of the pricing structure it's easy to give kids parameters on spending.

Carlyle in Shirlington would take good care of them. I know you said no pizza, but Stellina (on same block) and Guapo's are both lively and fun.

Anonymous wrote:Medium Rare.

Not a great choice unless you know ALL the kids will eat steak with brown sauce and fries. Literally no other menu options.

I agree with Rustico or Teds. Also, Liberty Tavern, Tupelo Honey, Bar Taco, PF Changs, Mexicali Blues.

Maybe Ted's in Ballston?

Medium Rare.

DD wants to go out to dinner for her birthday with a few girlfriends. Mom and Dad pick up the tab but not present. Half a dozen 14yr olds. Well behaved and well mannered.

Any recommendations in Arlington for a restaurant that might be good? Something nicer than a basic pizza place so that it feels grown-up but not something that's actually super nice. Rustico in Ballston came to mind.