About us
We've been enjoying meals together since July 1, 2017.
This is a group for anyone interested in getting out and enjoying all the awesome restaurants in and around St. Charles County. We mainly go to St. Charles, St. Peters, and O'Fallon, but also sometimes go Augusta/Defiance, Cottleville, Wentzville, and Lake St Louis. A few times a year, we do meals in St. Louis or Illinois.
I have my favorites - I'm sure you do too. Suggestions from members are not only welcome, they're encouraged!
One way we're different than many other dining out groups is that the restaurants that are chosen are not necessarily my personal favorites. In fact, we often go to restaurants I've never tried (and one that's loved by many members but I don't like)! When you join, you'll have an opportunity to tell me your personal favorites. (You can always add to your list later.) When I schedule our Meetups, I'll select a restaurant suggested by someone born during that month. Occasionally, I'll list several restaurants that have been suggested by quite a few members and ask our "Dining Out Foodies" to vote where we should go.
I try to make our Meetups a mix of dinners, lunches, brunches, and breakfasts; a mixture of inexpensive and more pricey Meetups; a mixture of cuisines; and a mixture of days throughout the week. I also try to schedule a couple Meetups a year that aren't strictly eating out at a restaurant or in St. Charles County. We've been to the Whitmond House in Brussels, Illinois and had parties in January and July.
Be sure to check out our scheduled Meetups. I'm sure you'll see some you would like. If not, why not let me know where YOU would like to go??? I'll be sure to add it to the calendar.
I generally schedule at least one Meetup per week - often two, except around the winter holidays.
Let's share our current favorite restaurants, find new ones, and make new friends along the way.
Our yearly dues are $7.50. If you pay me in cash, dues are only $6.00. You'll have a 30 day trial before being required to pay dues. This amount covers membership in both my groups.
SINCE WE HAVE TO PLACE RESERVATIONS FOR ALL OUR MEETUPS, IT'S VERY IMPORTANT WE HAVE AN ACCURATE COUNT OF THE NUMBER OF PEOPLE WHO WILL ATTEND. Members who RSVP yes but do not attend (a no show), make our Meetup look bad in the eyes of restaurant owners, force restaurant owners to save table space they could use for paying customers and bring in extra workers, and make members who attend wait for you. THEREFORE, ANY MEMBER WHO IS A NO SHOW 3 TIMES WILL BE PERMANENTLY REMOVED FROM THE GROUP.
Upcoming events
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Smoke, Sauce & Smiles at Big Woody's Lunch!
Big Woody's, 1821 Zumbehl Rd, St Charles, MO, USReady to chase down some of the best barbecue in town before everyone else does? Join me for a delicious lunch at Big Woody's where the smoker is working overtime, the portions are generous, and the aroma alone will have your mouth watering! We'll be there right when they open, giving us the best opportunity to enjoy the full selection of their freshly smoked meats before the most popular favorites disappear for the day.
You'll find an impressive menu filled with smoked brisket, pulled pork, ribs, pulled chicken, thick-cut pork steaks, and hearty sandwiches. Their deep-fried corn on the cob, bacon mac and cheese, smoked green beans, hush puppies, and bourbon apples have become customer favorites. One thing that makes Big Woody's special is that they smoke their meats fresh in limited quantities each day—when they sell out, they're out until the next batch! Recent diners consistently praise the tender brisket, fall-off-the-bone pork steaks, friendly service, generous portions, and delicious homemade barbecue sauces.
The restaurant has a cozy, casual atmosphere that's perfect for relaxing with friends over an amazing meal. Since it's family-owned and operated, you'll enjoy a welcoming hometown feel along with barbecue that many locals consider some of the best around. Arriving when they open not only helps us get seated together, but it also gives everyone the best chance to order exactly what they're craving before the day's smoked favorites are gone.
MENU (https://bigwoodysbbq.com/menu)
Please note that Big Woody's does not accept reservations and is one of the area's most popular lunch spots. Their dining room can comfortably accommodate only about 25 guests at a time, so we'll plan to arrive right when they open to give our group the best chance of being seated together. Because of the limited seating, attendance for this event will be limited to 8 people.
Life happens—if you can’t make it, please update your RSVP at least 24 hours ahead so someone else can take your spot. We do track no-shows and late cancellations to keep things fair for everyone. If you reach 3+ late cancellations and/or no-shows, you may be removed from the group. Thanks for helping keep our dinners fun and smooth!
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