How much would you pay?

[Galactic Space Hamster]

This thread is inspired by Freewheeling Andy's trip to Gordon Ramsey's and the £80 meal.

I was wondering... how much would you be willing to pay for a wonderful meal? What is the limit?

[Freewheeling Andy]

The limit is my bank balance and my mood. Given the right circumstances I'd pay anything.

[Sarahrob]

I'm not sure I'd go over the £100 mark. I don't know, it would have to be pretty spectacular to warrant that. Even then, I'm not sure I could justify spending any more.

[Kell]

It would depend on the occasion, really, but like Sarah, I don't think I'd go over £100. In fact, that would be for TWO of us - LOL!

[Galactic Space Hamster]

The most I have ever paid for dinner was at TGI Friday's... I know, classy! But i LURVE baby back ribs with the special JD sauce! I think it came to about £70 for two people. Not really that expensive when you consider it's about £35 for 2 people for a 3 course meal and cocktails. Still, on my wages it's a lot of money and certainly not something I can afford to do often.

[muggle not]

We sometimes vacation in Bar Harbor, Maine and usually dine several times at this restaurant. The food is excellent. Check the menu, prices are in U.S. $$$ of course.

http://www.barharborinn.com/menu.html

[KW]

Two hundred and fifty dollars.

[Michelle]

I'm lucky if I get to go out for a meal costing £20 each.. these high prices are just not something I could afford.

[KW]

I'm assuming we're talking IFFFFFFFF we had the money and knew the restaurant was excellent and were celebrating a one-time occasion...shudder to think anyone would assume I'd go out and blow 250.oo on something that's just going to add to my waist line!

[muggle not]

I'm lucky if I get to go out for a meal costing £20 each.. these high prices are just not something I could afford.
Time changes many things. When we (wife and I) were your age we found it a treat to eat at a hamburger joint, used to get 5 burgers for a dollar. However, at this stage in our life we are able to "splurge" once in a while and enjoy the spoils of a life of hard work, especially when on vacation.

See, I can make a serious post once in a while. :oops:

[Michelle]

Yea, I do understand that.. we ate out more before we had the kids (even though I still wouldn't have paid £80!).

[Maureen]

Yea, I do understand that.. we ate out more before we had the kids (even though I still wouldn't have paid £80!).

But think about when you will be 60. Both kids will be independent, no new house/mortgage/other loan/furniture/whatever to buy/pay. THen you will be going out and spending tons on small amounts of food.:D
I can't wait :lol: (for the middle bit, that is! :lol:)

[JohnT]

The most I have ever paid is about $275 for two, but that was a special occasion and not something I would normally do. It is easy to spend that kind of money in San Francisco for dinner. We average about $50 dollars for two at the places we go to. See below Chez Pannise restaurant. Chef Alice Waters (Been there a few times) http://www.chezpanisse.com/pgdownmenu.html

[abecedarian]

We wouldn't pay more than $50 for a nice dinner for two.

[Sedgewick]

The most I have paid was ninety Euros at a French restaurant in Ireland, which was well worth it.

[kelly2008]

Me and OH dont really look at prices when we are having a meal, we just order what we want, drink what we want and as long as we have a good time it doesnt really matter, I think the most we have paid so far is £160 between 2 of us. It was worth it and we did get a couple bottles of wine :)

[ii]

No limit. That being said, the price isn't always a direct indication of the quality. I've had excellent dining experiences in small locals-only restaurants for very little money.

[tbain]

I would not be willing to pay beyond £50 .00 per person.