you can tell a lot about a potential client during a standard business meeting, but adding the element of a meal to any important discussion is even more illuminating. people tend to open up when they’re not planted in front of a desk or constantly interrupted by office mates.
the way we see it, the only downside to taking clients out for lunch is choosing a venue. the right spot could mean the difference between sealing the deal over dessert and “i’ll get back to you.”
if you’re looking for a casual business lunch venue to woo clients with impressive tastes, look no further than big front door. here are a few reasons why:
the way we see it, the only downside to taking clients out for lunch is choosing a venue. the right spot could mean the difference between sealing the deal over dessert and “i’ll get back to you.”
if you’re looking for a casual business lunch venue to woo clients with impressive tastes, look no further than big front door. here are a few reasons why:
convenient location
san diego is a big city and an even bigger county, so when you’re selecting a place to meet up with a client, it’s considerate to choose someplace central. whether your client is coming from sorrento valley, national city, or el cajon, big front door’s location in university heights will be convenient for everyone.
outdoor seating
everyone needs a little fresh air during the long slog of a workday, especially when you can see the beautiful san diego weather through your office window. at big front door, we have plenty of shaded, outdoor seating that’s inviting regardless of the season (not that we really have seasons here anyhow).
casual environment
while your first instinct for a business lunch is reserving a table for two at the swankiest joint downtown, that can be intimidating for potential clients unless you know for sure they’re a first-class-only type of person. casual lunch spots take the pressure off and allow more comfortable conversation to flow, and big front door’s deli-style layout hits the mark. (plus, our cali cubano sandwich could take fancier fare in any taste contest, guaranteed.)
delicious food
make no mistake: “casual” and “delicious” are not mutually exclusive. we might have an east coast deli vibe, but big front door is serious about all the fresh sandwiches, salads, and homemade soups on the menu. everything’s made from scratch. we even smoke our own meats. at big front door, we aim to make gourmet tastes accessible to all (cheddar mousse, anyone?).
discretion when needed
maybe you’re trying to woo a client away from a competitor, or attempt to snag a “big fish” without your boss’s prior approval. whatever reason you have to keep a business lunch discreet, big front door is the perfect cover. honestly, who would be suspicious of an expense report that includes a “smokey the meatloaf” sandwich?
seriously, where else can you hit he trifecta?
not many lunch spots hit the casual/delicious/reasonably-priced trifecta, so if you’re looking to impress someone who might be an important part of your professional life (or personal—bfd is great for first dates, too), check out our menu online and prepare for that solid handshake over oatmeal rum raisin cookies.