WEDDING MENU
Let’s start planning While our extensive Wedding packages are a great starting point we prefer to customize a package that suits your wedding theme, time of year and budget. We offer a free consultation to go over all the details of your Big Day.
Beyond offering advice about the catering details, we can also assist with all your planning questions.We would be more then happy to recommend our favorite vendors!
STANDARD PACKAGE INCLUDE
PACKAGE PRICE BASED ON ENTREE SELECTION
WEDDING RECEPTION PLANNING INCLUDES
• One hour Cocktail Reception featuring Four Passed Hors d’oeuvres• China and Glass Place Settings for Each Guest• Tables & Chairs, White Linen, and Chair Covers• Cloth Chair Covers Upgrade: Chavari Chairs + $8pp• Selection of Entree, Salad, Vegetable and Starch• Gourmet Artisan Bread Basket on Each Table
Price does not include Sales Tax or GratuityYou may select up to three entrees for your guests to choose from:
• Poultry - $155 pp• Short Ribs - $155 pp• Seafood - $160 pp• Filet - $165 pp• Vegetarian - $145 pp• Duet - $165 pp
• 5 Hour Premium Brand Bar Package• Red and White Wine Service during Dinner• Champagne Toast• Coffee & Tea ServiceUpgrades to the beverage package are available upon request.
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STUFFED CHERRY TOMATO
SEARED BEEF TENDERLOIN
BLACKENED GRILLED SHRIMP
TOMATO BRUSCHETTA
BURRATA SPOON
SEARED SEA SCALLOP
MINI SMOKED CHICKEN PESTO SANDWICH
Fresh Mozzeralla, Pesto, Parmigano
Onion Marmalade, Maytag Blue Cheese, Rosemary Toast Point
Mini Corn Cake, Chipotle Crème Fraiche, Cilantro
Roma Tomatoes, Fresh Basil
Buffalo Mozzarella, Heirloom Tomato, Basil Infused EVOO
Pesto Mayonnaise
Yuzu Soy Vinaigrette, Sesame Snow Pea Slaw
Butler passed hors d’oeuvres
Butler pAssed hors d’oeuvres MINI POTATO LATKE
HEIRLOOM TOMATO GAZPACHO
TOASTED PUMPERNICKEL AND MAYTAG BLEU
CRAB CAKE
PANCETTA WRAPPED SCALLOPS
TOMATO BISQUE SHOOTER
BEEF TENDERLOIN BACON BROCHETTES
MINI CHICKEN POT P IE SPOONS
WON TON WRAPPED SHRIMP
Norwegian Smoked Salmon, Crème Fraiche, Caper, Red Onion
Cucumber Stix
Granny Smith Apple, Toasted Walnuts
Cajun Remoulade
Smoked Tomato Aioli
Grilled Cheese Lollipop
Roasted Garlic, Blue Cheese Fondue
Wasabi Cocktail Sauce
Butler passed hors d’oeuvres
Available Upgrades
CHICKEN SATE
BRIE WITH PEAR
VEGETABLE SPRING ROLLS
COCONUT CRUSTED SHRIMP
SOUTHWESTERN RASPBERRY CHIPOTLE CHICKEN
JUMBO SHRIMP COCKTIAL - COLD
SWEET AND SOUR AHI TUNA ON
A MOO SHU STRIP - COLD
BABY LAMB CHOPS - HOT
WON TON WRAPPED SHRIMP
LOBSTER B ISQUE SHOOTER
Thai Peanut Sauce
Brie with Pear in Phyllo, Cranberry Vinaigrette
Sweet and Sour Glaze
Strawberry, Mango Coulis
Chicken Wrapped in Bacon, Raspberry Chipotle Glaze, Lime
With Cocktail Sauce : Add $2 pp
Sriracha, Soy Sauce, Sesame, White Pepper, Micro Cilantro : Add $2 pp
Grilled with a Shallot Demi-Glace : Add $2 ppPricing only available as upgrades to wedding packages
Lobster Bisque with Crème Fraiche, American Sturgeon Caviar
Hors d’oeuvre displaysSEASONAL VEGETABLE DISPLAY
ARTISAN CHEESE DISPLAY
FRESH RAW BAR
ANTIPASTO DISPLAY (MIN. 50 PPL)
MEDITERRANEAN STATION
FRESH FRUIT D ISPLAY
SUSHI STATION (5 PCS PP)
Vegetable Crudité Served with Chipotle Ranch or Blue Cheese. OR Grilled and Chilled Vegetables Green Zucchini, Yellow Squash, Red and White Onions Finished with Balsamic Glaze.
Artisan cheeses from Wisconsin, Iowa, Michigan, Illinois - Maytag Blue Cheese, Tillamook Cheddar, Smoked Gouda, Provolone and Swiss Accompanied by Artisan Crackers, Flatbreads and Breadsticks
Jumbo Shrimp, Oysters on a Half Shell, King Crab Leg Bites Served with a Tangy Cocktail Sauce, Horseradish,Tabasco Sauce and Lemon Wedges
Pinot Grigio and Chianti Salametti, Sopressata Grana Padano, Fontina, Provolone and Assorted Italian Olives. Accompanied by Rustic Italian Baguettes, Flatbread and Bread Sticks, Add Roasted Red Peppers, Pepperoncini, Marinated Mushrooms and Artichokes
Pita and Flatbread, Hummus, Olive Tapanade, Tabbouleh Quinoa and Marinated Feta
Assortment of Sliced Seasonal Melons and Fruits
Assortment of Maki and Nigiri rolls served with Soy, Wasabi, and Pickled Ginger
$8 PP
$8 PP
$24 PP
$20 PP
$15 PP
$11 PP
$8 PP
SaladBABY SPINACH SALAD
CAESAR SALAD
MIXED GREENS WALNUT GORGONZOLA
MESCLUN GREENS WITH A POACHED BARTLETT
ICEBERG WEDGE SALAD
Fresh Baby Spinach Leaves with Thin Slivers of Orange Segments, Bacon, Pecorino Cheese, and Toasted Macadamia
Whole Leaf Romaine, Parmesan Crisp, Shaved Grana Padano and Caesar Dressing
Mélange of Salad Greens with Toasted Walnuts, Cranberries, and Gorgonzola with a Blackberry Vinaigrette
Spiced Walnuts, Shaved Pecorino, Walnut Balsamic Dressing
A Crisp Wedge of Iceberg Lettuce topped with Creamy Roka Bleu Cheese Dressing,
Entrees
8OZ. CENTER CUT F ILET MIGNON
WITH A WILD MUSHROOM DEMI GLACE
10oz BRAISED BONELESS SHORT
PROSCIUTTO WRAPPED FRENCH CUT CH ICKEN
FRENCHED CHICKEN BREAST
SEARED F ILLET OF SALMON
GRILLED F ILLET OF SALMON
CHICKEN GENOVESE
Steamed Asparagus, Double Baked Yukon Potato
Cabernet Demi, Baby Vegetables, Whipped Bistro Potatoes
Stuffed with Spinach and Imported Provolone, Haricot Verts, Fingerling Potatoes, Toasted Mustard Seed and Sage Sauce
Boursin Cheese and Roasted Peppers, Sauce Herbs de Provance, Seasonal Vegetable Medley, Pommes Alligot (Gruyere Potato)
Olive Caper Relish, Beurre Blanc Saffron Cous Cous, Sautéed Baby Vegetables
Chive Beurre Blanc, Kamut and Wild Rice Pilaf, Steamed Asparagus
All entrees are paired with Chef’s recommended starch and vegetable;We would be more than happy to accommodate any substitutions at no additional charge.
Grilled French Cut Chicken Breast with a Basil, Sundried Tomato Demi Sauce, Roasted Red Potatoes, Buttered Spinach
Entrees
8OZ. CENTER CUT F ILET MIGNON
WITH A WILD MUSHROOM DEMI GLACE
PORCINI CRUSTED CHILEAN SEA BASS
CRAB STUFFED SHRIMP & F ILET DUET
PORCINI CRUSTED CHILEAN SEA BASS & F ILET DUET
CHICKEN & F ILET DUET
RATATOUILLE F ILLED CREPES
MEZZALUNA CIPRIANI
STUFFED BELL PEPPER
CHICKEN GENOVESEPORTOBELLO MUSHROOM CAP STUFFED WITH
GRILLED VEGETABLES AND GOAT CHEESE
Pan Seared Porcini Crusted Chilean Sea Bass, Lemon Beurre Blanc, Kamut and Wild Rice Pilaf, Vegetable Medley ( Subject to Availability)
Roasted Russian Fingerling Potato, Haricot Verts, Merlot Reduction
Porcini Crusted Chilean Sea Bass with Grilled Petit Filet, Roasted Shallot Demi, Beurre Blanc, Italian Parmesan Mashed Potatoes, Baby Vegetables ( Subject to Availability)
Choose any of the three French Cut Chicken Entrees paired with a Grilled Petite Filet
Ratatouille Filled Crepes set on a Goat Cheese Sauce and Match Stick Vegetables
Half Moon Shaped Pasta filled with Cheese, Light Tomato Cognac Cream Sauce
Mixed Diced Vegetables Quinoa Finished with Chipotle Ranchero Sauce
All entrees are paired with Chef’s recommended starch and vegetable;We would be more than happy to accommodate any substitutions at no additional charge.
Served with Quinoa and a Spicy Red Pepper Coulis
Premium BRAND BARincluded in wedding package
Your Fabulous Wedding Cake for Dessert!Our preferred vendor for wedding cakes is Magnolia Bakery. However, please let us know if there is someone else that you prefer to use.
Included with Magnolia Bakery:• Complimentary Delivery and Set Up (up to $200)• Complimentary Cake Tasting (up to 6 people) at Magnolia Bakery• 5% Discount on Packaged Favor Items
Cupcakes instead of a wedding cake, Check! Our preferred vendor for wedding cupcakes is Molly's Cupcakes. However, please let us know if there is someone else that you prefer to use.
Included with Molly's Cupcakes: • Complimentary Cake Tasting (up to 6 people), in Shop and to go Tastings Available.• 5% Discount on Packaged Favor Items• $35 Delivery Fee for Crystal Gardens Events
Champagne Toast &Red and White Wine Poured with Dinner
Ketel One, Bombay Sapphire, Bacardi Johnny Black, Crown Royal, Patron Silver Tequila & Amaretto di Saronno, Canyon Road Wine
Domestic & Premium BeerHouse Red & White Wine (Chardonnay and Merlot unless otherwise specified)
Assorted Sodas and Juices (Orange and Cranberry), Tonic Water, Club Soda, and Bar Garnishes
MAGNOLIA BAkery 108 n. state st.chicago, il 60602p. 312.346.7777
Streeterville / River East [email protected]
Bar Package Upgrades
Super Premium Brand Liquors INCLUDES
$15 additional, per personGrey Goose, Bombay Sapphire, Bacardi Silver, Johnny Walker Black, Crown Royal, Basil Hayden Bourbon, Patron Reposado, Amaretto di Saronno, House Wine, Domestic & Premium Beer
Assorted Sodas and Juices (Orange and Cranberry), Tonic Water, Club Soda, and Bar Garnishes
Other brands are available upon request additional costs apply.
Craft beers packages are customized and available upon request.
Late Night Bites
Additional upgradesINTERMEZZO
MINI ANGUS CHEESEBURGERS
A refreshing sorbet to cleanse the palate between courses Served in a Mini Martini Glass - Add $4.00pp
CLASSIC MINI CHICAGO HOTDOG
Angus Beef, Cheddar, Mustard, Tomato, Onion served with a mini pickle served on a Pretzel Bun
DEEP DISH P IZZA
Topped with fresh basil, tomato and shredded mozzarella
SHORT RIB SL IDER
Grilled Onion on a Brioche Bun
CHICKEN PARM SLIDERS
Crispy Chicken, Tomato Sauce, Mozzarella Cheese
TRUFFLE FRIES
With Sea Salt and Cracked Pepper
A fun and trendy way to end your evening - Choice of Two $12 pp
•Rosewater and Mint Sorbet •Cardamom Pear Sorbet •Classic Lemon•Watermelon •Cucumber with Lime zest •Ruby Red Grapefruit
Late Night Sweets
“BROWN COW” MILKSHAKES
COTTON CANDY
CHOCOLATE DIPPED STRAWBERRIES
CHEESECAKE LOLLIPOPS
CHOCOLATE TRUFFLE LOLLIPOPS
INDIVIDUAL CRÈME BRULEE
DESSERT SHOOTERS
Served in a tall shot glass
White & Dark Chocolate
Choice: Strawberry Shortcake, Flourless Chocolate Cake, Pineapple Upside Down Cake and Turtle Cheesecake
Dessert Station Options
CHOICE OF CLASSIC MINI PASTRIES AND PETIT
SORBET BAR
GELATO-ERRIA
GIANT CANDY DISPLAY
Assortment of miniature Tarts, Cakes and more
Tarts: Lemon, Key Lime, Passion Fruit, Raspberry, Summer Fruit, Chocolate
More Minis: Not all items are included let your sales professional know your preferences.
With Mango, Lemon and Wild BerryToppings include Fresh Berries & Mixed Fruit Salsa
Cheesecake, Espresso, Cinnamon, Vanilla, Lemon, Mango and Berry Red Raspberry
Includes Licorice, Gummy Bears, Malted Milk Balls, Assorted Penny Candies, M&Ms, and Assortment of Candy Bars
Praline, Assorted Premium Chocolate Curls, Angel Flake Coconut, Mixed Berries, Gaufrette Cookie, Lady Fingers,Dried Fruit Chips, Caramel Sauce, Chocolate Sauce, Vanilla Bean Whip
PICK 3
CHOICE OF 5
Petit Fours: Praline Crunch, Mocha, Sacher, French Brownie, Ganache Brownie, Cheesecake
$12 PP
$13 PP
MOLLY'S CUPCAKE DISPLAY
Ask your catering sales manager for available flavors and pricing!
$13 PP
$15 PP
Other CostsCEREMONY FEE
SECURITY
DANCE FLOOR
ELECTRICAL COSTS
RISERS
COAT CHECK
PARKING
SIGNAGE
WE CAN ALSO RECOMMEND VENDORS FOR YOUR WEDDING DAY!REHEARSAL DINNER VENUES, FLORISTS, WEDDING COORDINATORS,PHOTOGRAPHERS, MUSIC, ETC.
$10 per person $1,500 minimum. Fee includes chairs as well as set up and breakdown, Crystal Gardens security and sound system. The Crystal Gardens cannot guarantee rehearsal.
$975 inclusive of 3 security guards for the duration of the event.
The standard size dance floor 21‘x21‘ is $750. Additional dimensions are avail-able and priced accordingly.
Available upon request. Each checked item is $2.50 (Minimum 100 items).
If you’re interested in pre-purchasing parking passes for your guests or would like to setup valet, contact Navy Pier Parking (312) 595-5071.
Directional signage (including valet signs) can be custom designed for your event. We can provide indoor and outdoor signage as needed. Fees vary depending on size and quantity.
Circuits for electrical hook-ups are available for $110 each. Most orchestras utilize between three to four circuits, while most DJ’s utilize one to two circuits.
18' X 16' $900 | 16' X 12' $600 | 6' X 8' $1753 SIZES TO CHOOSE FROM