TGI Friday's

In Manhattan in 1965, there was no place where people could go out to meet friends and make new ones in an environment that was at once both relaxed and yet exciting. Then, Alan Stillman opened Fridays as a way, he said, “to meet Pan Am stewardesses.” Suddenly, there was a place with great food, new and exciting drinks and an electric energy. A place where bartenders mixed the environment just...

What to Drink: With 18-ounce glasses, you might only order one. Friday's is known for its comprehensive drink menu, so try something a little unusual, like the June Bug--made from Midori, coconut rum, banana liqueur and pineapple juice.

The Extras: Gift cards can be purchased in denominations ranging from $10 to $100.

Hordes of twenty-somethings and even ladies who lunch seat themselves at the familiar red-and-white-covered tables to peruse Friday's extensive menu, which ranges from nachos to filet mignon. Multi-level seating surrounds the huge center bar where lots of heavily garnished drinks, such as the Ultimate Margarita, pass across its polished surface. The friendly staff is outfitted in red and white...

In Short
The much-copied look of hardwood floors, decorative stained glass, checked tablecloths, brass rails and walls filled with knickknacks has been a staple at this restaurant...

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T.G.I. Friday s, founded in 1965, is a chain of full-service restaurants with worldwide locations that offers a variety of specialty food and beverages. It is a part of Carlson Restaurants Worldwide, which is a privately held company that operates more than 1,000 restaurants in over 50 countries. T.G.I. Friday s features an American-style menu with a selection of party platters, appetizers,...