Skip the jazz.
Theme-style restaurants are great when you are with the kids or on a girls’ night out. But listening to “Happy Birthday” sung to the tune of “The Dukes of Hazzard” theme 20 times isn’t the best atmosphere for a business deal.   

Pay attention to price.
Pick a midrange-priced restaurant. The cost of the meal can give clues to either how cheap or how extravagant you are. That is, it can say something about the price you are charging your client. Furthermore, you should also choose two items on the menu of different price points. Allow your guest to order first and then order your choice closest to the price of her dish. That way she won’t feel uncomfortable for ordering the lobster while you order a chef salad, or vice versa.    

Know your guest.
Make sure that before you make reservations at your favorite sushi bar or steakhouse, your client likes, and isn’t allergic to, items on the menu. If you aren’t sure or didn’t ask beforehand, choose a neutral restaurant with several food style choices.