Welcome to the November 1 issue of Dish Saratoga, lighter fare with weekend vibes.

Halloween night was definitely Halloween-ing last night. “Trick or treating is wild,” one mom reported in from the west side around 7 p.m. “No one has power, and the wind is whipping. It’s so dark and cold and spooky.” Greenfield was also out amid the frigid 36 mph gusts, causing heat-less shivers. But on Congress, the adults in the room took it surprisingly (for Facebookers) in stride. “Why is there no power?” asked someone on the What’s Going on Saratoga Facebook group. “I’m gonna go out on a limb and say it’s from the wind…” one neighbor quipped in response. “Careful on the limb,” cracked another. “Might get blown out the tree.”

When Halloween falls on a Friday, it means that the spooky holiday fun bleeds right into November. It’s Saturday night on Caroline Street, and party-goers aren’t going to let a silly month turnover get in the way of themed partying. Head downtown — it’ll be on fire. In addition to the above party at The Misfit, The Icehouse is doing a 💀Dia de los Muertos Celebration tonight with DJ Wave, and Night Owl’s “Alice in Underland” continues with Sed & Friends (live), and DJs Biz and Chizzzik.

Today’s Dish is brought to you by Opera Saratoga’s production of La bohème. See you at UPH on December 5?

ICYMI, weekend vibes edition:

Restaurant Week starts Monday! Make your reservations now —Discover Saratoga’s seven days (Nov. 3-9) of one-time-only deals is always uber-popular. The way it works: Participating restaurants in Saratoga County will feature a variety of prix fixe menus, including three-course dinners priced at $25 or $35 and lunch specials for just $15 bucks. Prices do not include tax or gratuity.

“We’re thrilled to celebrate 20 years of Saratoga Restaurant Week—an event that continues to highlight the incredible culinary talent and creativity found throughout our county,” said Darryl Leggieri, President of Discover Saratoga, in a statement. “This week not only showcases our restaurants but also drives visitation and supports the many local businesses that make Saratoga County such a special place to dine, stay and explore.”

Saratoga Restaurant Week is presented by Chef’s Warehouse and sponsored by Toast, Saratoga Today, Saratoga.com, iHeartRadio, Albany Broadcasting and Prime.

For a full list of participating restaurants and menus, visit discoversaratoga.org.

Finding a good spot for lunch is sometimes tricky in Saratoga. These five spots are going all in mid-day for Restaurant Week lunch. Check them out!

Dinner options for Restaurant Week are split into two categories: $25 and $35.

For a $25 deal, check out Dizzy Chicken, Shirley’s, The Mill on Round Lake, The Ripe Tomato and Tinney’s Tavern in Middle Grove.

If only there were enough dinners to try them all…Alas, with 36 restaurants offering three-course, $35 deals of a lifetime next week, we can’t cover them all. See the full list for details.

Boca Bistro’s dessert alone might be worth $35: think churros with cinnamon and chocolate, or chocolate mousse with graham cracker crumble.

The Wild Horse has a whopping five options for the apps course: brisket potato, loaded nachos, pretzel bites, or two salad options.

Wishing Well’s entrée options are slow-braised pork, pan-seared swordfish and butternut squash. Yum.

Standard Fare, which just opened in August, is throwing its hat in the ring for the first time — and going all out. (Optional wine pairings can be added for $25.) Dig into tomato bisque or petit Caesar for the first course,Beef Bourguignon, (vegan and gluten-free) zucchini “lasagna,” or Looziana gumbo with chicken and andouille sausage for the second; and a scoop of chocolate, vanilla or strawberry ice cream for dessert.

Restaurant Week is hectic — everybody wants those deals! Here’s how to keep it an exciting and fun time for everyone.

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