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520 South Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL 60605
312-427-3800 Ext. 5077
catering@thecongressplazahotel.com
2015 Weddings The Congress Plaza Hotel
Prices Subject To 21% Service Charge & 10.5% Sales Tax ~ Prices Subject To Change Without Notice
OUR WEDDINGS INCLUDE:
On-site wedding consultant to assist you with all the details
White glove service by our experienced, professional staff
Four Hours of Open Bar
Cocktail reception with a selection of hors d’oeuvres
Champagne Toast & Wine Service with Entre e Course
Four-Course Dinner Menu
Custom Designed Wedding Cake
Freshly Brewed Coffee & Selection of Teas
Complimentary Tasting for Bride and Groom and 2 guests
Complimentary Cake Tasting with Bakery
Floor Length White Linens and Napkins
Gold Chiavari Ballroom Chairs and Dance Floor
4 Votive Candles for Guest Tables
Complimentary suite with Chocolate Covered Strawberries and
a bottle of Champagne for the Bride & Groom on the wedding
night (50% discount of the rack rate applies for Bridal suite
bookings the night before or after the wedding)
Complimentary guestroom upgrade to a Lakeview Room or City
view Suite for the Parents of the Bride & Groom*
(upgrade effective for up to 3 days total)
Complimentary Changing Rooms for Bridal Party*
Complimentary Hospitality Suite with Ceremony*
Special guestroom rate for your wedding guests*
Complimentary Breakfast for Bride & Groom and Parents of the
Bride and Groom
Special Valet & Self-Parking Rates *based on availability
Weddings At The Congress Hotel Dear Bride and Groom,
Congratulations on Your Engagement! We are honored that you are
considering our historic Hotel for your special day. Our experienced,
dedicated, and caring Wedding Professionals will take you through
the planning of your wedding; from your initial visit to choosing the
perfect menu. We look forward to meeting with you and creating
memories that will last a lifetime.
Best Wishes,
Management
OUR UNIQUE SETTING:
The timeless Elegance of the Congress Plaza Hotel’s ballrooms will provide you and your guests the ideal setting for your wedding.
The Gold Room is the perfect place for a dream wedding. Built in the early 1900’s this room has the glamour of old Chicago. Its
French Rococo de cor makes our ballroom quite unique. The charming ambiance of this room will allow your guests to feel as if
they are part of a bygone era. The Gold Room can accommodate between 125-300 guests for wedding, dinner, and dance and up
to 400 guests for wedding ceremony.
The Florentine Room features a gracefully arched ceiling with renaissance style murals, original chandeliers, and exquisite inlay
wood paneling. This is the Hotel’s original ballroom built in 1893. This room sets an intimate and romantic mood for your
wedding ceremony of up to 250 or wedding reception for 50-75 guests.
Our Great Hall features a beautiful view of Grant Park and Buckingham Fountain. The Great Hall can accommodate anywhere
between 375-500 guests, This 8,265 sqft space is ideal to let your imagination run wild!
Prices Subject To 21% Service Charge & 10.5% Sales Tax ~ Prices Subject To Change Without Notice
A Moment in Time Package $105.00 PER PERSON
Includes Your Choice of Two Entrees
For An Additional Entrée Choice Add $10.00 per person
Bar Service 4 Hours of Open Premium Bar
2 Hours of Wine Service During Dinner
Champagne Toast with Entre e Course
Hors d’oeuvres Choice of Four Hors d’oeuvres Served Butler Style
HOT AMERICANA HOT ASIAN ARRAY
traditional rumaki spicy cream cheese won ton
chicken and waffle skewers vegetable shao mai
andoulille sausage and cheese fritter traditional pork pot stickers
chico smoked chicken burrito shrimp and pork shao mai
smokehouse chicken and peach skewer chicken shao mai
italian sausage stuffed cherry peppers crispy vegetable spring rolls
wild mushroom phyllo triangle peking duck spring roll
traditional shrimp toast
HOT INTERNATIONAL COLD/ROOM TEMP
spiced chickpea and zucchini phyllo crisp tapas skewer
chicken samosa blue cheese stuffed dates…on a stick
beef wellington grapes with goat cheese masquerading as truffles
chorizo sausage and boursin stuffed mushroom smoked salmon on pumpernickel; traditional condiments
chicken saltimbocca bites goat cheese, sundried tomato and olive crostini
ancient grains arancini golden tomato and basil shooter
tandoori chicken skewer chicken liver mousse, pickled sweet onion, huckleberries
honey-sriracha chicken meatball
Prices Subject To 21% Service Charge & 10.5% Sales Tax ~ Prices Subject To Change Without Notice
Spring and Summer Soups
Spring and Summer Salads
Spring and Summer Entrées
Fall and Winter Soups
Fall and Winter Salads
baked potato with scallions, cheddar, and bacon
winter squash with kale and pepitas
forest mushroom bisque
white bean soup with chorizo
arugula with shaved fennel, mushrooms, and parmesan; lemon extra virgin olive oil
aromatic and bitter greens with crisp pancetta, dried cranberries, and blue cheese dressing
little gem lettuce, shaved golden beets, pickled red onions, balsamic roasted pears
traditional caesar with romaine hearts, roasted peppers, parmesan, and garlic croutons
VEGETARIAN CHICKEN CHICKEN
tower of truffled white corn polenta with rappini, oven cured tomatoes, grilled portobello mushroom, and sweet corn sauce
grilled double chicken breast with garlic whipped potatoes, asparagus, marinated tomatoes, and sherry cream sauce
pistachio crusted double chicken breast, quinoa pilaf, shaved golden beet and pea tendril salad, and chicken jus lie
FISH BEEF BEEF
rushing waters trout on roasted corn succotash, herb crushed new potatoes, watercress, and lemon butter
marinated flat iron steak with garlic whipped potatoes, grilled asparagus with parmesan, and red wine reduction
grilled NY strip steak with buttermilk crushed potatoes, marinated tomato-watercress salad, and rich mushroom sauce
arugula with shaved fennel, mushrooms, pickled red onions and parmesan; lemon extra virgin olive oil
iceberg wedge with blue cheese, bacon, and scallions
mixed greens, grilled stone fruit, fresh goat's cheese, candied pecans and agrodolce vinaigrette
traditional caesar with romaine hearts, roasted peppers, parmesan, and garlic croutons
golden potato and spring leek
chicken tortilla
tomato basil
sweet corn bisque with andouille
Prices Subject To 21% Service Charge & 10.5% Sales Tax ~ Prices Subject To Change Without Notice
Fall and Winter Entrees
Dessert Custom Wedding Cake by The Baking Institute
VEGETARIAN CHICKEN CHICKEN
forest mushroom, asparagus, and leek strudel with chard wrapped quinoa and braised fennel, and roasted beet sauce
michigan dried cherry glazed pork loin chop with herb crushed golden potatoes, old school green bean casserole, and chicken pan gravy
grilled double chicken breast with spaghetti squash, roasted brussel sprouts, and fresh cider-molasses reduction
FISH BEEF BEEF
pan seared great lakes walleye pike, savoy cabbage with broadbent's hickory smoked bacon, fingerling potatoes, and sweet corn sauce
marinated flat iron steak, buttermilk crushed potatoes with thumbalina carrots, and red wine reduction
grilled NY strip steak with savory and sweet potato hash, wilted chard, and rich mushroom sauce
Prices Subject To 21% Service Charge & 10.5% Sales Tax ~ Prices Subject To Change Without Notice
A Night To Remember $120.00 PER PERSON
Includes Your Choice of Two Entrees
For An Additional Entrée Choice Add $10.00 per person
Bar Service 4 Hours of Open Premium Bar
2 Hours of Wine Service During Dinner
Champagne Toast with Entre e Course
Hors d’oeuvres Choice of Four Hors d’oeuvres Served Butler Style
HOT AMERICANA HOT ASIAN ARRAY
traditional rumaki spicy cream cheese won ton
chicken and waffle skewers vegetable shao mai
andoulille sausage and cheese fritter traditional pork pot stickers
chico smoked chicken burrtio shrimp and pork shao mai
smokehouse chicken and peach skewer chicken shao mai
italian sausage stuffed cherry peppers crispy vegetable spring rolls
wild mushroom phyllo triangle traditional shrimp toast
honey-sriracha chicken meatball peking duck spring roll
cuban cigar: flavors of the cuban sandwich in spring roll format crab cakes
cozy shrimp roll: whole shrimp, ground pork, asian herbs, all wrapped in a crispy skin
viet style sugarcane shrimp
HOT INTERNATIONAL COLD/ROOM TEMP
spiced chickpea and zuchinni phyllo crisp tapas skewer
smoked chicken and pistachio lady's purse blue cheese stuffed dates…on a stick
chicken samosa grapes with goat cheese mascarading as truffles
beef wellington smoked slamon on pumpernickle; tradtional condiments
chorizo sausage and boursin stuffed mushrrom goat cheese, sundried tomato and olive crostini
chicken saltimboca bites golden tomato and basil shooter
ancient grains arancini smoked duck breast and pickled oyster mushroom crostini
tandori chicken skewer chicken liver mousse, pickled sweet onion, huckleberries
Prices Subject To 21% Service Charge & 10.5% Sales Tax ~ Prices Subject To Change Without Notice
Spring and Summer Soups
Spring and Summer Salads
Spring and Summer Entrées
Fall and Winter Soups
Fall and Winter Salads
baked potato with scallions, cheddar, and bacon
winter squash with kale and pepitas
forest mushroom bisque
white bean soup with chorizo
arugula with shaved fennel, mushrooms, and parmesan; lemon extra virgin olive oil
aromatic and bitter greens with crisp pancetta, dried cranberries, and blue cheese dressing
little gem lettuce, shaved golden beets, pickled red onions, balsamic roasted pears
wilted greens, roasted squash, country ham, apples, toasted walnuts, and cider-molasses vinaigrette
VEGETARIAN CHICKEN CHICKEN
tower of truffled white corn polenta with rappini, oven cured tomatoes, grilled portobello mushroom, and smoked tomato vinaigrette
grilled double chicken breast with boursin whipped potatoes, asparagus, oven cured tomatoes, and sherry cream sauce
pistachio crusted double chicken breast, chard warpped quinoa, shaved golden beet and pea tendril salad, and chicken jus lie
FISH BEEF BEEF
rushing waters trout on roasted corn succotash, herb crushed new potatoes, watercress, and lemon butter
marinated flat iron steak with gruyere scalloped potatoes, grilled asparagus with parmesan, and red wine reduction
grilled NY strip steak with buttermilk crushed potatoes, marinated tomato-watercress salad, and rich mushroom sauce
arugula with shaved fennel, mushrooms, pickled red onions and parmesan; lemon extra virgin olive oil
cascade of heirloom tomatoes, pesto vinaigrette, bibb lettuce, mache
mixed greens, grilled stone fruit, fresh goat's cheese, candied pecans and agrodolce vinaigrette
traditional caesar with romaine hearts, roasted peppers, parmesan, and garlic croutons
golden potato and spring leek
chicken tortilla
tortellini en brodo
sweet corn bisque with andouille
Prices Subject To 21% Service Charge & 10.5% Sales Tax ~ Prices Subject To Change Without Notice
Fall and Winter Entrees
Dessert Custom Wedding Cake by The Baking Institute
VEGETARIAN CHICKEN CHICKEN
forest mushroom, asparagus , and leek
strudel with chard wrapped quinoa, and
braised fennel; roasted beets, and roasted
beet sauce
michigan dried cherry glazed double chicken
breast with herb crushed golden potatoes, old
school green bean casserole, and chicken pan
gravy
grilled double chicken breast with
spaghetti squash, roasted brussel sprouts
and leeks, and fresh cider-molasses
reduction
FISH BEEF BEEF
pan seared great lakes walleye pike, savoy
cabbage with broadbent’s hickory smoked
bacon, fingerling potatoes, and sweet corn
sauce
marinated flat iron steak on mushroom-rye
bread pudding with glazed burgundy carrots,
red wine reduction
grilled NY strip steak with savory and
sweet potato hash, and wilted rappini and
fennel, and rich mushroom sauce
Prices Subject To 21% Service Charge & 10.5% Sales Tax ~ Prices Subject To Change Without Notice
An Elegant Affair $135.00 PER PERSON
Includes Your Choice of Two Entrees
For An Additional Entrée Choice Add $10.00 per person
Bar Service 4 Hours of Open Deluxe Bar
2 Hours of Wine Service During Dinner
Champagne Toast with Entre e Course
Hors d’oeuvre Choice of Four Hors d’oeuvres Served Butler Style
HOT AMERICANA HOT ASIAN ARRAY
mini reuben flatbread sandwich korean crisp: korean bbq style pork and spicy kim chi nestled in a wonton cup
andoulille sausage and cheese fritter vegetable shao mai
crab stuffed shrimp wrapped in bacon premium pork pot stickers
chico smoked chicken burrito bbq pork bao bun
smokehouse chicken and peach skewer deluxe crab cakes
negimaki beef roll: marinated beef flank steak and green onion skewer
candied apple pork belly crispy vegetable spring rolls
honey-sriracha chicken meatball sesame ginger chicken cigar: a twist on the spring roll
bierhouse sausage and pretzel skewer cuban cigar: flavors of the cuban sandwich in spring roll format
cozy shrimp roll: whole shrimp, ground pork, asian herbs, all wrapped in a crispy skin
peking duck spring roll
viet style sugarcane shrimp
HOT INTERNATIONAL COLD/ROOM TEMP
spicy salami and mozzarella flatbread sandwich blue cheese stuffed dates…on a stick
smoked chicken and pistachio lady's purse grapes with goat cheese mascarading as truffles
artichoke and boursin beignet smoked slamon on pumpernickle; tradtional condiments
beef wellington chile garlic grilled shrimp & prosciutto mascarpone canape
chicken saltimbocca bites rock shrimp ceviche tostada
potato wrapped shrimp tuna tartare with cucumber and mango
shortrib, fig, and blue cheese canape smoked duck breast and pickled oyster mushroom crostini
ancient grains arancini crab and sweet corn salad on brioche
harvest fruit and brie crostada crostino of sheeps ricotta, fennel, and rappini; lemon jam
patatas andalucia skewer of spring asparagus, speck ham, and st. nectaire cheese
Prices Subject To 21% Service Charge & 10.5% Sales Tax ~ Prices Subject To Change Without Notice
Spring and Summer Soups
Spring and Summer Salads
Spring and Summer Entrées
Fall and Winter Soups
Fall and Winter Salads
baked potato with scallions, cheddar cheese, and bacon
winter squash with kale and pepitas
sherried lobster bisque
tortellini en brodo
arugula with shaved fennel, mushrooms, and parmesan; lemon extra virgin olive oil
aromatic and bitter greens with crisp pancetta, dried cranberries, and blue cheese dressing
little gem lettuce, shaved golden beets, pickled red onions, balsamic roasted pears
wilted greens, roasted squash, country ham, apples, toasted walnuts, and cider-molasses vinaigrette
VEGETARIAN CHICKEN CHICKEN
tower of truffled white corn polenta with
rappini, butternut squash, and grilled
portobello mushroom; and charred
onion-thyme jus
spinach, mushroom, and ricotta stuffed
chicken breast with roasted fingerling
potatoes, glazed burgundy carrots and
marsala pan gravy
pan roasted airline chicken breast on a
ragout of potato gnocchi, lacinato kale,
pancetta, and oyster mushrooms; smoked
duck breast croustade
FISH BEEF BEEF
roasted halibut, butternut squash risotto,
braised dandelion greens, frizzled leeks,
and shellfish nage
ancho chile grazed NY strip steak, bacon and
cheddar twice baked potatoes, old school
green bean casserole, and house made steak
mop
grilled delmonico steak with raclette
macaroni and cheese gratin, rappini with
shallots and fennel, roasted oyster
mushrooms, and rich red wine sauce
arugula with shaved fennel, mushrooms, pickled red onions and parmesan; lemon extra virgin olive oil
casacde of heiroom tomatoes, pesto vinaigrette, bibb lettuce, mache
mixed greens, grilled stone fruit, fresh goat's cheese, candied pecans and agrodolce vinaigrette
traditional caesar with romaine hearts, roasted peppers, parmesan, and garlic crutons
golden potato, green garlic, and stinging nettle
sherried lobster bisque
tortellini en brodo
sweet corn bisque with andouille and rock shrimp
Prices Subject To 21% Service Charge & 10.5% Sales Tax ~ Prices Subject To Change Without Notice
Fall and Winter Entrées
Dessert Custom Wedding Cake by The Baking Institute
VEGETARIAN CHICKEN CHICKEN
butternut squash and leek strudel with chard wrapped quinoa, braised fennel, and roasted pear-hazelnut vinaigrette
pan roasted airline chicken breast on winter squash-n-roots hash with crisp parsnip-watercress salad sweet corn sauce, and chive essence
golden potato and chard stuffed airline chicken breast with spaghetti squash, roasted Brussel sprouts and leeks, and cidar-clavados pan gravy
FISH BEEF BEEF
pan seared great lakes walleye pike, savoy cabbage with broadbent’s hickory smoked bacon, fingerling potatoes, and brandied crab bisque
grilled NY strip steak, gruyere scalloped pota-toes, toasted garlic wilted spinach, and whiskey peppercorn sauce
grilled delmonico steak, country ham, buttermilk, blue cheese casserole; creamed kale, tobacco onions, and bordelaise sauce
LAMB mustard crusted double lamb chops with vandovan curry dusted cauliflower and cheddar gratin, garlic rappini, and malt vinegar-mint gastrique
Prices Subject To 21% Service Charge & 10.5% Sales Tax ~ Prices Subject To Change Without Notice
Custom Menus
Allow our chef to custom design a glorious plated first course for you and your guests. Why do the standard crab cakes? You can have a selection created especially for you, for your tastes, after all this day is about the two of you!
STARTING AT $160.00 PER PERSON
Children’s Menu for Those Up to Age 12
$40.00 PER CHILD INCLUDES DRINKS AND CAKE
fresh fruit plate; not the standard syrupy stuff
iceberg wedge with ranch or french dressing; no yucky veggies
children's mac-n-cheese, yes we use Velveeta!
chicken fngers with as many french fries as they want!
kids size hamburger with as many french fries as they want!
PREMIUM BRANDS (Included) DELUXE BRANDS – UPGRADE
$ 10.00 per guest
TOP-SHELF BRANDS – UPGRADE
$ 15.00 per guest
Spirits
Svedka Vodka, Beefeater Gin, Jim Beam,
Dewar’s Scotch, Seagram Seven, Bacardi,
Christian Brothers, Amaretto, Peach
Schnapps, Jose Cuervo
Wine
La Terre Merlot & Cabernet
La Terre Chardonnay
Beer
Budweiser, Miller Lite
Soft Beverages
Soft Drinks, Water, Juice
Spirits
Absolut Vodka, Tanqueray Gin, Chivas
Regal, Jack Daniels, Cuervo Gold, Captain
Morgan Rum, Crown Royal, Amaretto,
Peach Schnapps
Wine
La Terre Merlot & Cabernet
La Terre Chardonnay
Beer
Budweiser, Miller Lite, Heineken, Amstel
Light
Soft Beverages
Soft Drinks, Water, Juice
Spirits
Grey Goose Vodka, Bombay Sapphire Gin,
Crown Royal, Johnny Walker Red, Patron,
Captain Morgan Rum, Disaronno Amaretto
Wine
La Terre Merlot & Cabernet
La Terre Chardonnay
Beer
Budweiser, Miller Lite, Heineken, Amstel
Light & Samuel Adams
Soft Beverages
Soft Drinks, Water, Juice
ADDITIONAL HOUR
Premium
$8.00
Deluxe
$10.00
Top-Shelf
$15.00
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Policies
DEPOSITS & PAYMENTS
Deposit of 20% of bill is required at the time of booking. This deposit is non-refundable. Two months prior to the wedding, 50% of the anticipated cost is due. The final estimated payment is due no later than 30 days before your wedding.
FINAL GUARANTEE
A final confirmation or “guarantee” of attendance is required by 9:00 AM, four (4) business days prior to your wedding. This guarantee may not be reduced after this time, but can be increased depending upon availability.
CANCELLATIONS
Should it become necessary for you to cancel your function, any & all advance deposits will not be refunded. Deposits may be applied towards a new function at the sole discretion of the Hotel & is not guaranteed.
120 to 60 days prior to the function, Host shall pay 25% of Hotel’s projected bill
59 to 29 days prior to the function, Host shall pay 50% of Hotel’s projected bill
28 days prior to the function, Host shall pay 100% of Hotel’s projected bill
WEDDING CEREMONY
You have an option of having a Wedding Ceremony on site. Ceremony fee is determined on banquet hall size. The fee includes: Wedding Ceremony set-up (stage, golden Chiavari ballroom chairs, podium), electrical, microphones & site teardown.
Gold Room, (accommodates up to 400 guests) - $3,000
Great Hall (accommodates up to 860 guests)- $2,500
Florentine Room (accommodates up to 300 guests)- $1,200
GUEST ROOMS
We are pleased to secure an allotment of sleeping rooms for your guests at a preferred rate if you so desire. These rates will apply for the weekend of your wedding. We will release these rooms for sale 30 days prior to your arrival. Please have your guests call our reservation department directly to reserve a sleeping room before the release date.
PARKING
The parking garage is owned & operated by Park One. Their fees are posted & subject to change. We can, however, offer your guests discounted parking rates, which are available the night of your wedding. Any guests staying at the Hotel would also have “in & out” privileges with Self Park.
COAT CHECK
The Congress Plaza Hotel can arrange for coat room services for your wedding at applicable current rates. Please contact your Wedding Specialist for details.
REHEARSAL DINNERS, SHOWERS, & POST NUPTIAL BRUNCH PACKAGES
Your Wedding Specialist can offer additional discounts for your Rehearsal Dinner, Bridal Shower, or Post Nuptial Brunch or Breakfast.
SPECIAL REQUESTS
Every wedding is special to the Congress Plaza Hotel. We would be honored to custom create a menu to fit your special needs. Let your Wedding Specialist know of any other services you need to make your day a complete success.
Prices Subject To 21% Service Charge & 10.5% Sales Tax ~ Prices Subject To Change Without Notice
Preferred Vendors
ENTERTAINMENT
Tone Productions Penny Currier – Harpist That’s Entertainment!
(815) 267-8533 (312) 280-7558 (708) 457-1900
www.toneproductions.com www.pennycurrier.com www.thatsentertainmentinc.com
FLOWERS, DRESSES, DE COR, PARTY RENTALS
Macy’s Bridal Scarlet Petal The Wishing Well Florist
(312) 781-3545 (773) 486-0904 (312) 455-9474
Www.macysbridal.com www.scarletpetal.com www.thewishingwellflorist.com
Meetinghouse Companies BBJ Linen
(630) 941-0600 (847)933-5212
www.meetinghouse.com www.bbjlinen.com
HAIR/MAKE-UP
Prette Bridal Hair & Makeup Nancy Vela Hair & Make-Up
(773) 517-8622 (773) 450-8733
www.salonprette.com www.nancyvela.com
INVITATIONS
Cookie Cards Invitations Etc. Invitations by Gina
(847) 501-0778 (630) 859-8809 (630) 525-1100
www.mycookiecards.com www.invetc.com www.invitationsbygina.com
TRANSPORTATION
Safe Limousine Co. Royalty Linousines, Inc. De Ja Vu / Vintage Ride
(773) 227-6903 (708) 229-2944 (708) 229-8742
www.royalty-limo.com www.vintageride.com
PHOTOGRAPHERS, VIDEOGRAPHERS
Timothy Whaley Photography RAG Artistry—Rachael Ann Imagination Photography George Street Photography
(630) 271-1737 (404) 771-8883 (773) 509-1522
www.TWAphoto.com www.ragartistry.com www.imaginationphotography.org www.georgestreetphoto.com
OFFICIANTS
Rev. Daniel L. Harris “I Do” Weddings, Ltd One Fine Day Wedding Officiants
(630) 712-8200 (630)628-3500 (815) 267-8533
www.chicagomarriage.com www.idoweddings.tv www.myonefineday.com
UNIQUE IDEAS
LaFleur Chocolat With You in Mind I Do Photo Booths
(847) 570-9234 (847) 989-4946 (312) 498-8501
www.lafleurchocolat.com www.withyouinmindinc.com www.idophotobooths.com