[RobinLady]

I will be visiting The Villages in August/September. While there, I am planning a surprise 80th birthday celebration for a family member. Any ideas would be so helpful. Thank you.

[graciegirl]

Originally Posted by RobinLady

I will be visiting The Villages in August/September. While there, I am planning a surprise 80th birthday celebration for a family member. Any ideas would be so helpful. Thank you.

I see that you visit The Villages twice a year. Where have you enjoyed eating during your stays here?

[thelegges]

Originally Posted by RobinLady

I will be visiting The Villages in August/September. While there, I am planning a surprise 80th birthday celebration for a family member. Any ideas would be so helpful. Thank you.

You haven't mentioned how many people that you are considering for the surprise party. With that being said rose plantation would be a nice place or Miz Kathy's cotillion

[JoMar]

Or Marks in Ocala but depends on how you define upscale.

[tomwed]

I had a "reveal" party at The Rose Plantation around 2pm on their outside porch. We were al from NJ and agreed it reminded us of Cape May. A beautiful old Victorian shore town at the tip of the state.

ps I didn't know what a reveal party was until my son explained. My daughter in law was pregnant but only her doctor knew the gender. I went to publix with a special balloon. I gave the balloon guy pink and blue confetti and went in the back of the store. He sees what the doctor wrote and puts in the right confetti.

[Ecuadog]

I recommend The Rose Plantation in Fruitland Park.

[Chatbrat]

No big parties in the Rose Plantation

[JSR22]

Originally Posted by Chatbrat

No big parties in the Rose Plantation

They do private parties.

Originally Posted by tomwed

I had a "reveal" party at The Rose Plantation around 2pm on their outside porch. We were al from NJ and agreed it reminded us of Cape May. A beautiful old Victorian shore town at the tip of the state.

ps I didn't know what a reveal party was until my son explained. My daughter in law was pregnant but only her doctor knew the gender. I went to publix with a special balloon. I gave the balloon guy pink and blue confetti and went in the back of the store. He sees what the doctor wrote and puts in the right confetti.

What a cute idea

[Nucky]

The Rose Plantation is our favorite. They always give a very good pour on Sweet Tea! This place will not let you down.

[graciegirl]

Originally Posted by Nucky

The Rose Plantation is our favorite. They always give a very good pour on Sweet Tea! This place will not let you down.

Now there's an accolade I can understand; a good pour on sweet tea.


I am not sure about upscale. I understand fancy and expensive and good. I understand good. Sometimes fancy is expensive and not good. Sometimes good is not expensive. Sometimes you just pay for fancy and expensive and they only have choice steak and no GOOD hamburgers.

[Nucky]

Originally Posted by graciegirl

Now there's an accolade I can understand; a good pour on sweet tea.


I am not sure about upscale. I understand fancy and expensive and good. I understand good. Sometimes fancy is expensive and not good. Sometimes good is not expensive. Sometimes you just pay for fancy and expensive and they only have choice steak and no GOOD hamburgers.

Oops I forgot, they have Grey Poupon and you don't even have to ask for it!

[HogPilot]

The Rose Plantation is our choice for special occasions and out of town guests. Upscale dining. Website: The Rose Plantation - Home

"The Rose Plantation is casual elegant dining amidst a beautiful serene atmosphere. This century-old home, built by the prominent Dwight family of Massachusetts, sits on four acres of Rose Avenue along Fountain Lake. Eclectic china, fine silverware, stemware and linen tablecloths enhance the setting for the Americana-style food and wine that awaits the discerning evening diner. Lunch is served in a more casual setting, consisting of delicious soups, salads, sandwiches and smoked meats. The Rose Plantation is family owned and operated by Village residents. Come meet the on-premise owners John & Judy Gibson, with a combined 60 years of hospitality experience and enjoy delectable food alongside peaceful ambiance."

Give them a call to determine if they can arrange a seating area (depending on the #), a time and a special menu.
352-805-4340

[Cedwards38]

You mean like a place that serves seasoned fries instead of just fries?

[tophcfa]

Originally Posted by RobinLady

I will be visiting The Villages in August/September. While there, I am planning a surprise 80th birthday celebration for a family member. Any ideas would be so helpful. Thank you.

What would the responses be to the above post if it specified "inside the bubble", or "that is golf cart accessible"?