Frequently Asked Questions
What can I expect at an Underground Dinner?
The Farm Dinners are hosted at a working organic produce farm in Sister Bay, Door County.
You will be sent directions to park in the grass lot at the farm and follow the mulch paths After you check in with the host and find your seats, we will begin with a spritz aperítif to get your belly rumbling. We will guide you through the five courses of local flavor, describing the dishes as they arrive in front of you. Choose from our select wine list to accompany your feast or n/a beverages are also available. Full details will be sent to registered guests.
The Sunset Dinners are hosted at The Shoreline Restaurant in Gills Rock, Door County.
Drive all the way to the top of the peninsula, next to the passenger ferry to Washington Island. Come into the restaurant for a exclusive five course dinner guiding you with course descriptions the whole way. Enjoy gorgeous views over the bay and select from a full bar and curated beer & wine list to choose from. All beverages are sold separately for Sunset Dinners.
Can you accommodate guests with dietary restrictions or food allergies?
Accommodating certain dietary restrictions is possible, please communicate your needs with us in advance to assure we can work with your situation prior to the event you are attending. If you have specific questions about dietary restrictions, please email us at info@doorcountyunderground.com
DCU Farm Dinners are best suited for flexible, adventurous eaters.
Each dinner is prepared as a single event, we are not set up as a typical restaurant kitchen.
Let us know your needs as early as possible for best results.
Are there any age restrictions?
All ages are welcome. As seats are limited, all seats are priced equally. Wisconsin Alcohol Laws apply.
Are beverages included with dinner?
Farm Dinner tickets include a sparkling aperitif.
A curated wine list is available for purchase, sold separately.
Sunset Dinner tickets do not include beverages.
Choose from the full bar, beer & wine list, sold separately.
What is the price per person?
Farm dinner tickets are $195 per person plus tax.
Sunset Dinner tickets are $175 per person plus tax.
All seats are priced equally, limited seating events.
How do I make a reservation?
You can make your reservation through our website or directly from Eventbrite.
Choose the Farm Dinners or Sunset Dinners page of our website, click "Reserve Your Seats"
Select the dinner date and seating time you would like to attend, click the 'Reserve' button. You will be taken to an Eventbrite page where you can input your order information. After you make your reservation, you will receive a confirmation email from us. If you have any questions about your order, please email: info@doorcountyunderground.com
Do you take reservations for larger parties?
We can accommodate up to 16 people per seating at our Farm Dinners, Hidden Acres Farm.
We can accommodate up to 26 people per seating at our Sunset Dinners, The Shoreline Restaurant.
Private events are another an option for parties up to 30 people, based on dates/availability.
Please note that Hidden Acres Farm, where we host Farm Dinners, is not available for private parties.
The Shoreline Restaurant, our Sunset Dinner location, is available for private events based on availability.
Email us with any questions regarding a private dinner or large group reservation concerns.
How many people attend the events?
Farm Dinners host up to 18 guests per seating.
Sunset Dinners host up to 26 per seating.
When will I receive directions to the dinner location and other important information about the event?
Information about event location & details will be included with your reservation confirmation email. Your dinner menu will be sent within one week of your reserved dinner. A reminder email will be sent two days prior to the event.
After making a reservation, please add info@doorcountyunderground.com and eventbrite.com to your email contacts, so as not to miss communication from us.
What if I have tickets but I can’t attend the event?
Due to the nature of our events, refunds will only be given for cancellations 30 days prior to event.*
However, if you cannot attend the dinner, you are welcome to transfer your tickets to someone else. Please contact us with the new guest’s information & dietary restrictions at least 48 hours prior to the event or tell the guests using your reservation to give your name at arrival. Keep in mind we require at least 48 hours to accommodate dietary restrictions.
*If you know of your cancellation in advance please reach out to us. If we are able to fill the seat(s) with a guest(s) on the waiting list your ticket could be refunded. Eventbrite fees are non refundable.
Is there a wait list for sold out events?
Yes, there is a wait list available to sign onto as soon as an event's seats are full. Add your name and total number of guests on the wait list with a phone number & you will be contacted if any seats become available.
Will I be able to see the menu before I arrive at the dinner?
Menus are emailed to attendees within one week of each dinner.
We create our dinner menus to showcase the freshest locally grown & foraged organic ingredients we can get.
A chalkboard menu will be available to reference night of, as well the staff will be able to walk you through each course.
Any other details I should know?
Please come to enjoy, relax, and eat outside the box!
Email us if you have any other questions: info@doorcountyunderground.com