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sam's table

sam mitchell
chef
sam@sams-table.com
(202) 577-4409

Sam's Table is a private dining service in Washington, DC featuring the cuisine of chef Sam Mitchell.

I specialize in plated, multi-course dinners for small groups (up to about 12). My goal is to provide an intimate, elegant home dining experience—to elevate your dinner party and free you to enjoy an evening with your friends and family.

How it works

I bring the food, cookware, and plates.

The host typically sets the table and provides glassware and flatware.

If you prefer, I can provide wine—either course-by-course pairings or a few bottles that pair generally well with the meal.

Pricing

I charge a flat fee ($300) plus a per-person fee depending on the number of courses:

$75/person for three courses

$100/person for four courses

$125/person for five courses

In addition, a surcharge of $225 will be added to groups of 10 or more to cover the cost of a server.

These prices include the cost of food and gratuity. Any wine costs will be passed along at no additional charge.

I require a deposit in the amount of my flat fee ($300) to reserve a dinner date. Any cancellations within one week of the reservation will result in forfeit of the deposit.

I ask that all details pertaining to a given dinner (number of guests, menu) be settled at least 72 hours in advance of the event. While I’ll always try to accommodate any last-minute changes, some changes may result in a small additional surcharge.

A few notes:

Sam’s Table is not a full-service caterer, and I cannot accommodate large groups or events.

I’m currently only booking weekend nights (Saturday or Sunday), and am often fully booked 1-2 months out.

Sample Menus

Spring

parsnip & carrot soup / pears / ginger / olive oil-thyme croutons

asparagus ravioli / crispy prosciutto / poached egg / lemon confit

butter-poached lobster / spring pea risotto / morels / champagne beurre blanc

new york strip / grilled squash / horseradish-cauliflower puree / garlic confit / gremolata

strawberry galette / toasted almonds / sweet cream-balsamic ice cream

Summer

salmon carpaccio / orange / fennel / olive / toasted hazelnut / lemon-mint vinaigrette

chilled roasted red pepper soup / peaches / brioche croutons

goat cheese ravioli / fried artichokes / spring onions / blackberries / lemon oil

short rib / crispy polenta / corn relish / basil chimichurri

cherry galette / amaretto ice cream / almond streusel

Fall

root vegetable tart / manchego / thyme / baby greens

caramelized cauliflower soup / coconut / curry / pumpkin seeds / pumpkin seed oil

grilled acorn squash ravioli / shaved brussels sprouts / bacon / garlic / lemon

duck breast / fennel risotto / orange-honey-clove glaze

tarte tatin / salted caramel ice cream

Winter

beet salad / watercress / goat cheese / candied walnuts / honeycrisp apple / lemon vinaigrette

butternut squash soup / sage / pumpkin seeds / fig vincotto

parsnip ravioli / roasted mushrooms / garlic confit / lemon / nutmeg

chilean sea bass / crispy polenta / roasted carrot romesco / caramelized onion jam / pickled red onions

chestnut creme brulee / orange / sea salt