table for ten in the dining room?

[mrud]

i'm trying to put together a dinner for my mom's 70th at the end of january. have tried babbo, alto, a voce columbus, convivio, union square cafe, and a handful of others which all limit in-dining-room tables to 6 or 8 tops. we would like to be in a somewhat bustling place with food and cost on the level of those mentioned above, but without being forced into a private room. so far ciano is the best choice we have but we were hoping for some selection so mom can choose between 4 or 5. it doesn't have to be italian btw, but steakhouse is probably not in order.

thanks

[davidkeay]

Some friends had a dinner for 12 at back 40- they have a giant table they call the farm table which you can reserve.

[daisy17]

Osteria Morini has a large table in the middle of the room that might work. Also I'd try Lupa.

[mrud]

Osteria Morini has a large table in the middle of the room that might work. Also I'd try Lupa.

2 of my favorites but we're looking for some tablecloths for this one. i wish the front table of lupa would make mom happy but she's thinking a bit more luxe.