These 7 Supper Clubs In Virginia Are The Best Kept Secrets In The State
By Anna Strock|Published September 26, 2015
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Virginia staff writer for Only in Your State, freelance writer and journalist. Even though Anna has lived other places, somehow Virginia is where she always seems to land.
Historically, a “Supper Club” was an establishment that also offered a social element. Intended to provide fine foods, entertainment and a “club” atmosphere, Supper Clubs were once a popular installment in many areas, often showing up as speakeasies, jazz clubs, and casual dining establishments. Today, the Supper Club is making a comeback, but with some variations. Ranging from true membership clubs, to intimate restaurants with a personal atmosphere, to secret “underground” groups, the Supper Club offers an old-fashioned twist to modern dining.
Check out these unique Supper Clubs in Virginia…in the end, you may be inspired to start one yourself.
Reminiscent of a 1930s New York jazz club, The Carlyle Club brings back the Supper Club tradition with art deco stylings and a wide range of entertainment. Located in the heart of historic Old Town Alexandria, membership is not required, but you will need to purchase tickets in advance. Learn more at The Carlyle Club.
For more than 50 years, the 2300 Club has been providing Richmonders with an elegant setting that upholds the long-standing tradition of private clubs. A membership provides access to The 2300 Club's English-style pub, 3 individually themed private dining rooms, as well as the Garden Room and a private outside courtyard. Located in a restored Civil War-era row house in historic Church Hill, The 2300 Club brings back an era of elegance, style and sophistication. Learn more about membership, menus and events at The 2300 Club.
The Supper Club of India is an owner-operated dining establishment committed to preserving the traditional art of Indian cuisine. While it's not an exclusive club, the ideology and atmosphere replicates the attention to detail and intimate service that have made supper clubs such a unique experience. Learn more at Supper Club of India.
Located on the second floor of an historic 1854 mansion, the Cabaret Supper Club promises a romantic setting for fine dining, live entertainment and dancing that will take you back to Frank Sinatra speakeasies of yesteryear. With three-course dinners and vintage wines and champagnes, the Cabaret is a one-of-a-kind experience in the heart of Fredericksburg. Learn how to book your table at Cabaret at the Square.
In the true tradition of an intimate supper club, the Evenings Supper Club provides gourmet meals for up to 10 people at a time. Featured as a summer dinner series, Evenings hosts gourmet meals at The Garage in Charlottesville. Unfortunately, not much information exists for the club beyond last summer's series, but be sure to visit their Facebook page for contacts, upcoming events and more information.
6. The Underground Kitchen, Richmond (and other locations)
The Underground Kitchen takes the concept of a top-secret supper club to a new level. Featuring one-night only, 5-7 course pop-up dinners, The Underground Kitchen does not have a set location. Anyone can register to receive information about the next dinner, but only 25-40 people get tickets, which sell out in minutes. Invitations go out a few days before the dinner is to be served (in an undisclosed location, of course) with only the date of the dinner, the date and time when tickets will go on sale and a clue about the location. Even members don’t know where the Underground Kitchen will be, who will be cooking their meal or what the menu will be. Register for this exciting culinary adventure at The Underground Kitchen.
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7. Secret Supper Club at the White Moose Inn, Little Washington
The White Moose Inn Supper Club take the supper club idea and turns it into an a full-service weekend experience. The club is available in 2 ways: as an all-inclusive experience for groups who have reserved all of the inn's 6 luxurious rooms or as an à la carte option for couples. The supper includes a gourmet meal prepared by a private guest chef and delivers a world-class dining experience. Learn more or find out how to reserve your spot at White Moose Inn.
With Supper Clubs and “underground restaurants” on the rise, sites like Bonappetour provide locations for existing, in-home dining clubs in your area. And if one doesn’t exist, who knows? You might just be inspired to start one yourself. In the meantime, let us know of any amazing Supper Clubs you know of that we might have missed. We would love to hear about them in the comments below!
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