The Masquerade Dinner at Vacanza Romana

The Masquerade Dinner

Un Ballo in Maschera

Wednesday, October 28 · 7 PM

Five courses. Daniel Zuckerman on violin. Candlelight, velvet, and a room full of strangers you already know. One night only.

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You Are Invited

to a night behind the mask

For one night, our dining room turns into an old opera house. The lights go low, the candles come out, and Daniel Zuckerman's violin is already playing before you even find your seat.

Everyone arrives as someone else. Gold lace, black gloves, a little mystery at every table. The wine keeps pouring, the plates keep coming, and nobody has to be themselves until dessert.

Masks on or off, you are still family here. Whoever you come as, we will be so glad you came.

A presto, Vacanza Romana

ATTO I

Five Courses

A menu written for this night and no other. Dark, rich, and deeply Roman, cooked the way they do it in the osterie back home. It stays sealed until October 21.

ATTO II

The Violin

Daniel Zuckerman, the Bohemian Violin, plays all through dinner. His repertoire runs past 300 pieces, from Puccini and Nino Rota to Morricone's great film scores and a little Phantom of the Opera, and he plays every one of them like the room belongs to him. Not background music. The kind of music that makes you set your fork down and just listen for a minute.

ATTO III

The Wine

Wines by Lou Dedier, five pours, one for every course. Add the pairing for $45 when you reserve your seat and let us take care of the rest.

ATTO IV

The Mask

Come dressed as someone else. If you arrive without a mask, one of our team will be waiting at the door with one made for you.

Dress the Part

come as someone else

Black tie optional, drama encouraged. Think old opera house and candlelit library. Velvet, lace, satin, long gloves, a cape if you have been waiting for an excuse.

Masks are part of the night. Wear yours from the first pour to the last bite. Forgot one? We have you covered at the door.

Before You Arrive

a few whispered answers

Is wine included?

The $70 covers all five courses. The Lou Dedier wine pairing is an optional add-on: five pours, one for each course, $45 per guest. Choose it when you reserve. The full bar is open all night too.

Is gratuity included?

Yes. A 20% gratuity is added at checkout along with tax, and it goes to our team. Nothing to sort out at the table, just enjoy the night.

What should I wear?

Black tie optional. Dark, rich, a little theatrical. Emerald, black, burgundy, gold. Masks are strongly encouraged.

I don't own a mask.

No problem at all. Our team will hand you one at the door.

Can you work with allergies or dietary needs?

Tell us when you book in the Resy notes, or give us a call, and we will plan your courses around it.

Is the restaurant open for regular dinner that night?

No. The whole restaurant belongs to the masquerade on October 28. Regular service picks back up the next day.

What if my plans change?

Reach out to us at least 72 hours before the event and we will take care of you. Inside 72 hours, tickets are non-refundable, but you are welcome to send a friend in your place.