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Looking for a classy spot with budget-friendly bites and drinks? Join Social Sips & Bites for an upscale happy hour with unbeatable deals! Menu Highlights: $10 Margaritas $8 Wines Appetizers from $9–$17, including their signature steak This will be a small and fun group.

Venez apprécier l'ambiance chaleureuse d'une conversation en français autour d'un verre de vin et d'apéritifs. C'est ouvert à tous quelque soit votre niveau, que vous soyez intermédiaire/avancé ou bien que le Français soit votre langue maternelle. ***GRAB A DRINK AND YOU WILL BE ALL SET TO FLEX YOUR LANGUAGE CAPACITY. YOU NEED TO GET AT LEAST A DRINK OR FOOD :) To get the event going and show support. We know that you like our events. P.S. : We have non-alcoholic drinks as well.*** We have a tiny venue and we hit capacity often and early arrival is suggested. We have the discretion to decide entry. It is irresistible, to enjoy French convo with a glass of wine, appetizers and drinks. The Event is open to all levels of French language, from intermediate to native fluency. This is mainly a social for Intermediate/Advanced/Native Speakers. It is not as such to learn a language. Beginners, if you want to learn a language, reach out to us ([info@merevents.com](http://info@merevents.com/)). We have a school and will arrange you a class. ***AFTER THE HAPPY HOUR, WE HIT THE DANCE FLOOR! BRING YOUR DANCING SHOES, WE WILL DANCE THE NIGHT AWAY!***

Winter just got a lot more delicious. ❄️🍝 Celebrate DC Winter Restaurant Week at Divino, extended January 19–February 1, with a three-course dinner for $40. Cozy flavors, Italian favorites, and the perfect excuse to order that extra glass of wine. See you at the table. DINNER MENU $40 =ANTIPASTI= POLPETTE meatballs, San Marzano tomatoes DOP, Parmigiano Reggiano CAESAR SALAD Earth - Eats romaine, Grana Padano, anchovies, pangrattato BUTTERNUT SQUASH SOUP crispy prosciutto, sage foam, pine nuts =ENTREES= LINGUINE pomodoro or broccolini pesto TAGLIATELLE BOLOGNESE San Marzano tomatoes DOP, beef, peperoncino GRILLED SALMON zucchini, red pepper sauce, cherry tomatoes BAROLO BRAISED BEEF SHORT RIBS creamy polenta, oyster mushroom, demi-glaze DOLCI MOUSSE AL CIOCCOLATO chocolate, cream, strawberries CLASSCI TIRAMISÚ

Venez apprécier l'ambiance chaleureuse d'une conversation en français autour d'un verre de vin et d'apéritifs. C'est ouvert à tous quelque soit votre niveau, que vous soyez intermédiaire/avancé ou bien que le Français soit votre langue maternelle. ***GRAB A DRINK AND YOU WILL BE ALL SET TO FLEX YOUR LANGUAGE CAPACITY. YOU NEED TO GET AT LEAST A DRINK OR FOOD :) To get the event going and show support. We know that you like our events. P.S. : We have non-alcoholic drinks as well.*** We have a tiny venue and we hit capacity often and early arrival is suggested. We have the discretion to decide entry. It is irresistible, to enjoy French convo with a glass of wine, appetizers and drinks. The Event is open to all levels of French language, from intermediate to native fluency. This is mainly a social for Intermediate/Advanced/Native Speakers. It is not as such to learn a language. Beginners, if you want to learn a language, reach out to us (info@merevents.com). We have a school and will arrange you a class. ***AFTER THE HAPPY HOUR, WE HIT THE DANCE FLOOR! BRING YOUR DANCING SHOES, WE WILL DANCE THE NIGHT AWAY!***

Policy is one of the best venues in town. It focuses in a culturally diverse menu prepared with local ingredients and sauces made from scratch. We booked the whole upstairs (Liberty Lounge) plus the DECK for this party Event is free and 21+ Dress Code : Dress to impress http://photos4.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/1/9/9/2/600_438786546.jpeg We have specials and an extended happy hour, just for our group. Policy also make me feel loved and honored, by serving, one of my favorite cocktails, which is named after me - Mer-Tini:) It will be one of the featured cocktails. http://photos4.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/3/3/b/a/600_437953242.jpeg FOOD SPECIALS : Braised Short Rib miso-mustard sauce $4 BLT applewood-smoked bacon, avocado mash, blue cheese, romaine, chow chow lemon aioli $4 • Madras Curry Lambgorgonzola, mint pesto $6 Brisket ground briskest, caramelized onion, fried quail egg, oven dried tomato, cheddar, black truffle mayo $ 6 APPETIZERS • $5 Oven-Roasted Tomato Hummusgrilled ciabatta $5 Hand-Cut French Fries black truffle mayo, ketchup $5 Yellow Lentils Dahl yellow onion, tomato, curry leaf, coconut milk, cumin, turmeric and cinnamon naan $5 Stir Fried Green Beans ginger, garlic, sesame, soy $5 *Tuna Tartare mustard oil, avocado puree, wonton chips $ 5 Steamed Mussels hot italian sausage, red onion, basil ciabatta, white wine cream sauce http://photos1.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/3/3/c/f/600_437953263.jpeg METRO INFO : Closest Metro Station is U Street Cardozo (Please take 13th St. Exit). Please take into consideration Metro's weekend truck work and allow enough time for your ride. Check it on http://www.wmata.com/ and plan accordingly. Street parking might be difficult. However, if you plan to drive, there is a parking garage, Franklin D. Reeves Center Garage, 2000 14th Street NW, Washington DC). They are open up until 3 am and it costs $ 15 plus tax. Tel : 202-3-265-0010. http://photos2.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/1/d/0/8/600_438007432.jpeg

This has been on my 'Want to Go' list for a while, and a recent recommendation convinced me to give it a try this week. Can't wait to see what the vibe, and the espresso / matcha, is like! If you're an early riser and need a wfh break, or you wake later and want to start the day off right, join me for a cup and some light convo. (No discussions on politics, religion or potentially controversial topics. We're here to relax and have fun. Just be respectful and we'll be alright. Pay your own way, and enjoy!)

Please join us for a live classic rock band. Sandra Dean Band! If you love Classic Rock then come check them out! This is a not to miss band. They have a great set list. FREE No Cover Charge! Seating is open Guests must be over 50 to attend Seating is first come first serve FREE easy Parking Band starts at 7:30 Grab some dinner before the band. I will arrive early to grab us a table. RSVP today!

The Alexandria Brunch Club is a long running brunch event. We're a friendly bunch of people of different backgrounds, who enjoy a nice morning brunch and fun conversations. As has been the tradition, La Madeleine's in Old Town Alexandria is our place for brunching on a Sunday of every month. I find that a Sunday brunch is nice way to socialize and to just get myself out of the house. Afterward, Old Town, the Potomac and the myriad of parks are nice places for strolling after breakfast. BEST PARKING IN OLD TOWN Courthouse Square Parking lot 111 S Pitt St - Same side as La Madeliene, Two Doors Down Usually $1/hour Weekends and after 5pm, Weekdays. Maxes at $5 for the duration. For any questions and such feel free to message me. I am the main organizer. My best to all! Phil Matera

⚠️ **IMPORTANT: You must sign up and buy a ticket here to attend:** [https://groupvibe.com/](https://groupvibe.com/) **This is a curated, small-group meetup make new friends in Washington.** Each meetup brings together 4–6 like-minded people for casual conversations over brunch. We use the Groupvibe platform to organize and ensure everyone’s a good fit. 👉 **To attend, you’ll need to complete registration via this link:** [https://groupvibe.com](https://groupvibe.com) Once you register, and **buy a ticket or become a Groupvibe member**, we’ll share the exact location and match you with your group. **Why this works:** \* Smaller groups make real conversations easier \* Matching helps avoid awkward dynamics **Note:** RSVPs here on Meetup don’t reflect total attendance. Many attendees register directly via our website. This meetup is organized by **Groupvibe**, a small team passionate about helping people form meaningful friendships offline.

\*\*\*\* **Volunteers Needed!** Give back to the group by hosting your own smaller events (dinners, happy hours, brunches, lunches. etc). Join our Event Host program \*\*\*\* → **NEW MEMBERS or 1st TIME EVENT GO-ERS**, if you have questions about the group, RSVPs, or the overall dining event process, visit our FAQs (*ugh Meetup, we'll need to rebuild these*) and our No-Show Policy (for this event, by 12pm on Event Day). → **RSVP Cancellation Cutoff for this Event is Friday 10a, 1/23**. (Late Cancel applies after this, repeat occurrences can impact membership) \*\*\* **Winter Restaurant Week [RW] is back in DC!**: Learn more about DC's Restaurant Week ([http://www.ramw.org/restaurantweek/](http://www.ramw.org/restaurantweek/)) * Officially runs Jan 19 - 25 [some places will extend the deal beyond these dates] * 3-course fixed-price dinner special for $40 / $55 / $65 price tiers [not including drinks, and our required 30% tax / tip] → For this RW event TOSCA will be at the $65 tier, so **the minimum cost for the deal is $85** [drinks, wine/beer, and any extras items are additional and still factors our 30% tax/tip] → **By attending the event, each member agrees to participate using the Restaurant Week menu, and agree this $ minimum**. CASH PREFERRED PLEASE! \*\*\* **SPECIAL RULE for RSVPing to ANY RESTAURANT WEEK EVENT**: Lol, rule waived for this Restaurant Week period. ;) \*\*\* One of my favorite **Restaurant Week returns** in years. After not participating since 2019, **Tosca is back for DC Winter Restaurant Week 2026**, and this is a big deal. Prior to stepping away, Tosca was widely considered one of the **best Restaurant Week values in the city**, largely because they offered access to most of the regular menu rather than a heavily restricted RW subset. It’s genuinely nice to see them re-participate starting with this Winter 2026 run. **FOOD**: Tosca is an upscale Northern Italian restaurant known for clean, composed dishes, house-made pastas, and well-executed seasonal proteins. Prior to 2019, Tosca earned a strong reputation during Restaurant Week because they treated it as a true showcase, often allowing diners to order from **most of the core menu**, with only a small number of premium items carrying upcharges. That approach consistently delivered strong value and positive feedback. **Vegetarian & Gluten Free note:** * Tosca does not typically list fixed vegetarian entrées for Restaurant Week. Instead, the kitchen **curates vegetarian dishes daily using seasonal ingredients**. * Vegetarian selections may vary night to night, but the restaurant has committed to offering vegetarian options throughout Restaurant Week and has historically handled this thoughtfully. * Gluten-free pastas are available upon request. For **Winter 2026**, Tosca is returning at the **top Restaurant Week pricing tier**, with a base RW dinner price of **$65**. Expect a small number of optional premium upcharges, often items like **beef tenderloin or veal**, which many diners have historically found reasonable relative to normal menu pricing. → View Tosca’s menus: [https://www.toscadc.com/menu](https://www.toscadc.com/menu?utm_source=chatgpt.com). Only a couple of items have upcharges. **All must opt into the RW menu and priceponts** **SPACE**: Polished, contemporary, and unmistakably upscale. Tosca’s dining room feels refined and professional rather than casual. **Service leans formal**, with a traditional fine-dining pace and attentiveness. Business casual works, but many guests will be dressed more formally, especially during Restaurant Week evenings. This is a good choice if you enjoy a more classic, composed dining experience. → Visit the restaurant site: [https://www.toscadc.com/](https://www.toscadc.com/?utm_source=chatgpt.com) +++++++++ ==> Tax/Tip combo is our required 30% tax/tip policy (see the FAQs for more details). ==> Limited to 6 slots See you there! JoeN \*\*\* **CLOSEST METRO**: * **Metro Center [Red, Blue, Orange, Silver]**. Exit Metro Center toward **12th Street NW / F Street NW**. Once you come up the escalator/stairs, you will be on **F Street NW**. Walk **east on F Street NW** for **about 2 blocks** (toward 12th Street). When you reach the corner of **F Street & 12th Street NW**, you’ll see 1112 F Street. * For directions using the Metro, try using the Plan a Trip feature at the WMATA website ([click on your preferred Metro station](https://www.wmata.com/rider-guide/stations/index.cfm) then at the Station page level click "Plan a Trip". **PARKING**: No valet parking is offered. TOSCA offers **free validated parking for dinner patrons after 5 pm at the District Center Parking Garage** (West Side, in the building 555 12th St. NW) (look for One Parking) on 11th St. NW between E and F St., requiring guests to bring their parking ticket for validation. \*\*\* 1. Limited to **6** slots. 2. I**f you RSVP "YES" please make sure you can definitely make it**. With 5,800+ members and limited seating, we cannot afford no-shows. It's unfair to the other members who would like to attend and also to the organizers who have to explain to the restaurant why the reserved # of guests didn't show (can damage our reputation and ability to do larger reservations in the future). No-Show / Late Cancel rules apply (see our Discussion area on the website). 3. **Join the WAIT-LIST of you don't get an initial spot**! Use the Waitlist option. Also, check back regularly as attendees have been known to cancel up to Noon the day of the event. We may use emails during the week to confirm continued interest, so check! 4. **Billing (add 30% tax/tip to your bill)**. Remember, include the required 30% for tip / tax in addition to the food / beverages you order as defined in our FAQs. 5. **NEW MEMBERS or 1st TIME EVENT GO-ERS**, if you have questions about the group, RSVPs, or the overall dining event process, visit our FAQs ([http://diningout.meetup.com/149/messages/boards/view/viewthread?thread=1650845](http://diningout.meetup.com/149/messages/boards/view/viewthread?thread=1650845)) and our No-Show Policy ([http://tinyurl.com/5byotq](http://tinyurl.com/5byotq)).

Yummy Bowl serves Mongolian BBQ, sushi, and ramen. Mongolian BBQ is a stir-fry style of cuisine where you place a selection of raw noodles/rice, vegetables, fruit, and protein in to a bowl along with your choice of sauces and the dish is cooked for you on a large, round grill while you wait. Every bowl is delicious and you are the chef so the selection gets better every time! Expect entrees in the range of $17 plus tax and beverage. This is a great opportunity to meet others who are new as well as those who have been around a while! Look for GRASP table flyers and Eli's GRASP shirt to easily find the group. We can't wait to see you there!

Calling all DMV Foodies! Join us for an unforgettable evening of international cuisine and social networking. This event is perfect for those new in town, looking to make new friends, and have a fun time exploring the diverse food scene in the area. Get ready to indulge in mouthwatering dishes, exchange recommendations for the best dining spots in the DMV area, and connect with like-minded foodies who share your passion for delicious meals and great company. Don't miss this opportunity to experience a culinary adventure while expanding your social circle in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Grab your seat at the table, and let's make memories over a fantastic meal together!

Join us for a new members meet and greet pizza night! We will be playing ice breaker games too. Armands is great pizza and other food menu's too. FREE Parking I will have a reservation for the group Members only please The place is small so you will find the group RSVP today to get your seat! Hope to see you there!

Calling all DMV Foodies! Join us for an unforgettable evening of international cuisine and social networking. This event is perfect for those new in town, looking to make new friends, and have a fun time exploring the diverse food scene in the area. Get ready to indulge in mouthwatering dishes, exchange recommendations for the best dining spots in the DMV area, and connect with like-minded foodies who share your passion for delicious meals and great company. Don't miss this opportunity to experience a culinary adventure while expanding your social circle in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Grab your seat at the table, and let's make memories over a fantastic meal together!

Calling all DMV Foodies! Join us for an unforgettable evening of international cuisine and social networking. This event is perfect for those new in town, looking to make new friends, and have a fun time exploring the diverse food scene in the area. Get ready to indulge in mouthwatering dishes, exchange recommendations for the best dining spots in the DMV area, and connect with like-minded foodies who share your passion for delicious meals and great company. Don't miss this opportunity to experience a culinary adventure while expanding your social circle in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Grab your seat at the table, and let's make memories over a fantastic meal together!

Join us for a Friday Lunch time Social @ Founding Farmers I will have a reservation for the group We will play some Ice breaker Games And we will have Brain Games to play too. Members only please No Guests Parking avaliable Ask for Meredith's table. RSVP today! 12505 Park Potomac Ave, Potomac, MD 20854