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  • Sue-61
    Sue-61 Member Posts: 599
    edited November 2009

    Rainforest Cafe sounds funky......

    Restaurant and retail center featuring live birds (macaws, cockatoos, toucans), talking banyon trees, three large aquariums, floor-to-ceiling trees, and flowering plants. Home accessories, games and toys.
    Rainforest Cafe Burlington-
    This is the ultimate dining adventure! You don't have to travel far to dine in a tropical rainforest setting. Our menu features an assortment of favorites, including pastas, seafood, salads, signature entrées, sandwiches and delectable desserts. It's not just another meal; it's an adventure! Take a journey through our fantastic Retail Village, which is overflowing with souvenir items and much more.

    Our exotic ambiance makes an ideal setting for special events, holiday parties and other group adventures. Celebrate your child's next birthday at Rainforest Cafe! Kids won't ever forget the excitement of having a Wild Bunch Birthday Bash.

    Besides being a Wild Place to Shop and Eat, Rainforest Cafe offers several exciting opportunities for children and adults through Educational Tours, Fundraising Opportunities, and our Success and Excellence in Education Program.

    For more information visit our website at www.rainforestcafe.com or contact us at 781.272.7555

    Retail Hours of Operation:

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  • LittleRed
    LittleRed Member Posts: 223
    edited November 2009

    I'll mark down January 17 if that's a go!

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  • deborye
    deborye Member Posts: 7,002
    edited November 2009

    Sounds good to me, all though anything right off a highway is ok also.

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  • chrisgelling
    chrisgelling Member Posts: 20
    edited November 2009

    Hello all, I don't mean to be too opinionated, but i don't think Rainforest Cafe is a good choice. It will be filled with young families with very small children, it is noisy. In the old days there used to be lines outside waiting to get in. It is a great place, but not a tranquil place. I envisioned a tranquil atmosphere where we could get to know each other.

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  • keno41
    keno41 Member Posts: 91
    edited November 2009

    I live about 15 minutes from the Burlington Mall. There is a Macaroni Grill and Cheesecake Factory there. Are either of those better?

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  • deborye
    deborye Member Posts: 7,002
    edited November 2009

    Didn't think of the noise, which is true. 

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  • Sukiann
    Sukiann Member Posts: 310
    edited November 2009

    I'll be there (wherever "there" is!).  There are so many restaurants around there.  We should probably go somewhere that takes reservations.

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  • LittleRed
    LittleRed Member Posts: 223
    edited November 2009

    I know the Cheesecake Factory has a HUGE menu, so I suspect it would have something that would appeal to everyone...reservations are a great idea wherever we end up.

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  • elliem1207
    elliem1207 Member Posts: 1,583
    edited November 2009

    little red,

    your head looks like my head. i like the cheesecake factory. i don't know that area, so we'll have to depend on you local gals for a choice of reataurant.

    ellie

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  • deborye
    deborye Member Posts: 7,002
    edited November 2009

    I will check to see what restaurants are available in that area.

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  • Sue-61
    Sue-61 Member Posts: 599
    edited November 2009

    The Rainforest place all of a sudden reminds me of Chuckee Cheese. NO THANKS. I wish I were more familiar with that area but will have to turf the selection to someone else. Looking forward to it, whenever and whatever it may be! Sue

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  • chrisgelling
    chrisgelling Member Posts: 20
    edited November 2009

    Good morning --

    Cheesecake Factory does have good food, but it also is hugely crowded. It is of course in the Mall.

    Macaroni Grill is just down the street from the Mall, but in a self-contained building. I think it would be less busy than Cheesecake Factory and also good food.

    There is a place nearby called Papparazzi. It is on Route 3 just off 128. It is also a self-contained building. Very nice restaurant. Maybe a little more expensive than Macaroni Grill. Perhaps someone could check the menus on line and see what they think. 

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  • glostagirl
    glostagirl Member Posts: 388
    edited November 2009

    I think Burlington is a great choice for the destination.  Unfortunately, I'm not going to be able to make it in January.  I will keep this thread on my Favorite list to keep tabs on the goings on. 

    Have fun yawl!  

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  • Morgan513
    Morgan513 Member Posts: 664
    edited November 2009

    So sorry you can't make it Glosta!

    I'm game for any of the restaurants mentioned.   

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  • jeanl151
    jeanl151 Member Posts: 146
    edited November 2009

    The dates in January sound great.  I think reservations can be made at the Macaroni Grill. They also probably have the best variety and reasonably priced food.  It is also very easy to get to.

      Jean

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  • Jan244
    Jan244 Member Posts: 96
    edited November 2009

    I'll put Sunday, January 17th on my calendar.  I don't know anything about the Burlington area, so it's great that some of you guys can suggest places for us to meet.  I do look forward to having the chance to meet other folks on this Forum. 

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  • LittleRed
    LittleRed Member Posts: 223
    edited November 2009

    Papa Razzi -

    http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&source=hp&fkt=58104&fsdt=360378&q=paparazzi+burlington+ma&btnG=Google+Search&rlz=1W1GGLL_en&aq=0s&oq=papparazi+burlington%2C+ma&aqi=g-s1

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  • gobuster
    gobuster Member Posts: 21
    edited November 2009

    Would like to join in.  I'm in Newburyport.  I can get to the Burlington Mall area on Jan 17th!!

    Mary 

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  • deborye
    deborye Member Posts: 7,002
    edited November 2009

    http://www.massmenus.com/Burlington.htm

    Here are some restaurants in or near the Burlington Mall.

    I live in Chelmsford, if anyone wants to car pool they can PM me. 

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  • deborye
    deborye Member Posts: 7,002
    edited November 2009

    I have a PT Cruiser and can fit 3 in back and 1 in front.

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  • jmar19
    jmar19 Member Posts: 55
    edited November 2009

    I might be able to make it too.

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  • Sue-61
    Sue-61 Member Posts: 599
    edited November 2009

    I am copying and pasting from the website that Little Red sent......seems Papa Razzi has  a private room which might be nice! Read on.....

    Thomas E.

    Prides Crossing, MA 9/2/2008

    WIde menu choices with fresh sauces and pastas and a brick oven makes this a reliable choice.

    Service is indeed variable.  The outdoor seating makes this a top choice for lunch on good days.

    A private room upstairs bodes well for business or private functions, and you can choose between buffet style or ala carte meals.

     

    The bottom line with me is............I will eat anything and clean my plate. I am from a big family and if you didn't like what was served at home, well, there was no alternative menu in my Mother's kitchen. 

    Wonder how the big buffet is.........at any rate, I am in! Sue from Worcester if anyone wants to carpool. Have a subaru outback wagon. Can take 4 more passengers. (edited to add the passenger capacity)

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  • Jan244
    Jan244 Member Posts: 96
    edited November 2009

    This is the start of that busy holiday season and we've pretty much decided upon January 17th for our get together.  I just don't want this to fall apart with all of the activity around us all.  What's the best way for us to be sure to keep aiming for the date we've set? 

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  • momand2kids
    momand2kids Member Posts: 1,508
    edited November 2009

    shall we just decide location and time and get it on our calendars????

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  • Sue-61
    Sue-61 Member Posts: 599
    edited November 2009

    momand2kids, sounds like a plan. I am not familiar with the Burlington area so will defer to others as to recommendations. I think we have the date, now we just need the location and time. Sue

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  • Jan244
    Jan244 Member Posts: 96
    edited November 2009

    I think Sue-61's idea of a private room sounds good.  When a group with similar interests/concerns gets together, there tends lots of talking, cross table chatter, from one end of table to the other discussions.  In other words  - we're apt to be a bit noisy.  In a private room, we don't have to concern ourselves with other diners wishing they were somewhere else!  I'm hopeful that those of you who know the restaurant(s) mentioned will make that big decision and can reserve a room for us.  Of course, we'll need to have some sort of a number of attendees to let the restaurant manager know.   A Sunday might be a time other people holding parties, etc. could also be looking for a private room.  Just tell us where and what time.  Thanks.

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  • momand2kids
    momand2kids Member Posts: 1,508
    edited November 2009

    sounds like January 17th at Papparazzi in Burlington--- do people want to do lunch? or dinner?  sounds like we can get a room if we know how many people will go..... let's take a count-- so the question is 1.  what time (lunch or dinner) and who is coming?

    Hope you all had a nice thanksgiving 

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  • Sue-61
    Sue-61 Member Posts: 599
    edited November 2009

    I would prefer lunch. I am old, haha,,,,,,,hate to drive really late at night. Sue

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  • Morgan513
    Morgan513 Member Posts: 664
    edited November 2009

    I'm definitely in for January 17th and I'd prefer lunch and a private room (depending on how many can make it)!

    Very exciting!

    Lorrie 

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  • jmar19
    jmar19 Member Posts: 55
    edited November 2009

    I'm in for that day.  I think it is a better idea to get a room and it doesn't matter to me if it's lunch or dinner.

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