a la Carte Wedding Menus
The served and buffet dinner options include:
Ivory Table Linens
China, Glass and Silverware
Cake Cutting & Service
Dance Floor and DJ Table(s)
Unlike our Wedding Packages, these menus do not include:
Cocktail Hour Hot & Cold Hors d’Oeuvres (see attached menus)
Banquet Room Rental
Overnight Accommodations for Bride & Groom
Please note prices are subject to 18% gratuity & 6% sales tax.
Prices are subject to change and cannot be guaranteed more than six months in advance.
Download a printable version of our a la Cart Wedding Menu (PDF)
“Something Old, Something New” Served Wedding Dinner
$25.00 per person
First Course |
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| Choose one:
Tossed Salad served with Assorted Dressings Caesar Salad Spinach Salad Mimosa Soup du Jour Fresh Fruit Salad Served with Warm Rolls & Butter |
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Entrée Course |
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| Choose one:
6oz. Grilled Sirloin Steak with Parsley Chive Butter Marinated Flank Steak with Honey Caramelized Onions Whole Grain Honey Mustard Grilled Chicken Breast Chicken Florentine Seared Cod with Lemon Butter Sauce Grilled Salmon with Whole Grain Mustard Dill Sauce Pasta Primavera with Extra Virgin Olive Oil & Herbs All Entrées are served with Chef’s Choice of Vegetable & Starch, except for the Pasta Entrée. |
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Dessert Course |
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| Wedding Cake*
Columbian Coffee, Decaf & Hot Tea |
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| Choice of more than one entrée- add $2.00 per additional entrée.
*Cake Cutting Fee is included in dinner price, cake is not. |
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“Something Borrowed, Something Blue” Served Wedding Dinner
$25.00 per person
First Course |
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| Choose one:
Tossed Salad served with Assorted Dressings Caesar Salad Spinach Salad Mimosa Soup du Jour Fresh Fruit Salad Served with Warm Rolls & Butter |
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Entrée Course |
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| Choose two:
Cheese Tortellini with Kalamata Olives, Sundried Tomatoes & a Basil Pesto Pecan Crusted Cod Sautéed Chicken with a Lemon Butter Sauce Pasta Primavera with Extra Virgin Olive Oil & Herbs Rosemary Pork Loin Grilled Chicken with Sun-Dried Tomato Cream Sliced Sirloin with Roasted Garlic Jus Marinated Grilled London Broil with Wild Mushroom Sauce All Entrées are served with Chef’s Choice of Vegetable & Starch |
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Dessert Course |
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| Wedding Cake*
Columbian Coffee, Decaf & Hot Tea |
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| Choice of more than one entrée- add $2.00 per additional entrée.
*Cake Cutting Fee is included in dinner price, cake is not. |
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Cocktail Hour Accompaniments
Hors d’oeuvres
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| Recommended 5 pieces per guest
Prices are Per 50 Piece Order |
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| Assorted Finger Sandwiches | $75.00 | |
| Buffalo Wings | $50 | |
| Cocktail Frank en Croute | $75 | |
| Coconut Chicken with Orange Marmalade | $100 | |
| Crab Meat Canapés | $100 | |
| Crisp Mozzarella Sticks with Marinara | $55 | |
| Crispy Chicken Tenders with Honey Mustard | $75 | |
| Fried Ravioli with Marinara | $65 | |
| Mini Assorted Quiche | $100 | |
| Mini Crab Cakes with Tomato Aioli | $135 | |
| Egg Rolls with Honey Ginger Soy Sauce | $50 | |
| Miniature Beef Wellingtons | $175 | |
| Fruit Kabobs | $55 | |
| Peppered Sirloin with Asparagus Tips | $100 | |
| Cherry Tomato with Smoked Salmon Mousseline | $100 | |
| Spanikopita | $90 | |
| Gorgonzola Mushroom Tarts | $100 | |
| Tomato & Mozzarella Bruschetta | $75 | |
| Lobster Cheese Puffs | $125 | |
| Bourbon Chicken Skewers | $90 | |
| Mushroom Turnovers with Tarragon Crème Fraiche | $100 | |
| Beef Carpaccio on Crostini | $125 | |
| Curried Beef Skewer | $100 | |
| Tuna Tartare Asiago Crisp | $140 | |
| Andouille Wrapped Scallops with Honey Crème Fraiche | $125 | |
| Crab Stuffed Mushrooms Gratin | $125 | |
| Chicken Liver Pate with Pistachio | $80 | |
| Tempura Chicken with Pineapple Ginger Sauce | $100 | |
| Endive & Red Onion with Duck Confit | $100 | |
| Prosciutto Wrapped Pineapple | $65 | |
| Apple Brie Puffs | $80 | |
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Cold Displayed Items
| Imported & Domestic Cheese Display
A Selection of Imported & Domestic Cheese With an Assortment of Mustards & a Variety of Crackers |
$4.50 per person | |
| Domestic Cheese & Fruit Display
An Assortment of Domestic Cheese & Fresh Berries Served with Dipping Mustard & Crackers |
$3.75 per person | |
| Fresh Vegetable Crudités
Selection of Fresh Sliced Vegetables Served with Dipping Sauces |
$2.50 per person | |
| Sliced Seasonal Fruit
Fresh Fruit and Ripe Berries Served with Honey Poppyseed Dipping Sauce |
$3.00 per person | |
| Chilled Gulf Shrimp
Served with Lemon Wedges & Cocktail Sauce |
$195.00 per 100 pieces | |
| Bourbon Cured Salmon Display
With Capers, Red Onions, Olives, Citrus Gremolata, Chopped Egg, Tomatoes & Mini Cocktail Breads |
$8.00 per person | |
| Charcuterie Display
Seasonal Array of Terrines, Pates, Cured Meats, Homemade Mousse & Sausages, Accompanied by Mustards, Horseradish, Red Wine Jelly, Crackers & Breads |
$9.00 per person | |
| Raw Bar
Seafood Display to Include: Fresh Oysters, Clams, Mussels & Shrimp (Flown in Daily) |
Market Price per person | |
| Sushi Bar
Assorted Hand- Rolled California Rolls, Tuna Rolls, Salmon & Crab Rolls with Other Asian Delights, such as Sashimi, Octopus & Calamari Salad |
$7.00 per person | |
| Antipasti Display
Humus, Assorted Cheeses, Italian Meats, Vegetables & Olives Served with Crackers, Breads & Dips |
$6.50 per person | |
| Assorted Dessert Display
Assorted Tarts, Chocolates, Cookies & Other Gourmet Treats With Colombian Coffee, Decaf & Hot Teas |
$7.00 per person | |
| Wedding Punch
A Mix of Fruit Juices and Flavored Sodas Non- Alcoholic |
$15.00 per gallon (3 gallon minimum) | |
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Specialty Stations
A $35/hour Attenant Fee for Each Attendant is Required
| Steamship Round of Beefs
With Horseradish, Whole Grain Mustard & Rolls |
$6.50 per person (minimum of 125) | |
| Herb Roasted Turkey
With Whole Grain Aioli and Rolls |
$6.00 per person | |
| Peppercorn Beef Tenderloin
With Tomato Chutney & Rolls |
$9.00 per person | |
| Smoked Pork Loin
With Balsamic Caramelized Onions |
$6.00 per person | |
| Pasta Station
Choice of Two Pastas & Two Sauces Pastas: Farfalle, Penne, Tortellini, Ravioli or Orichette Sauces: Alfredo, Marinara, Pesto, Vodka or Garlic & Oil |
$5.00 per person/$7.00 with Meat Sauces | |
| Sauté Station
Seafood Mélange to Include: Sautéed Shrimp, Scallops & Crabmeat, Flambéed in Brandy Tomato Sauce & Served in a Puff Pastry |
$15.00 per person | |
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Wedding Bar Options
| Cash Bars
There is a $25 Bartender Fee for the First Hour and $15 for Each Additional Hour, Per Bartender
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| Open Bars
Open Bars are Host Sponsored and are Based Upon Consumption. House Brands will be Used for all Open Banquet Bars, Unless Call or Premium Brands are Specified by the Host. A Service Fee of $35 Will Apply if a Bar Bill is Less than $250 in Total Sales |
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| House Brand Cocktails | $4.50 – $5.50 per drink | |
| Call Brand Cocktails | $5.50 – $7.00 per drink | |
| Premium Brand Cocktails | $6.50 – 8.50 per drink | |
| (For Specialty Cocktails, Like Martinis or Manhattans, Add $2 per Drink) | ||
| Cordials | $5.00 – $8.00 per drink | |
| Domestic Bottled Beer | $3.50 per bottle | |
| Imported Bottled Beer | $4.00 per bottle | |
| House Wine by the Glass | $4.50 per glass | |
| House Wine by the Bottle (1.5 L)
Chardonnay, White Zinfandel & Cabernet |
$50.00 per bottle | |
| Soft Drinks or Chilled Juice | $1.75 | |
Keg Beer |
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| Bud, Coors Light, Yuengling & Miller Lite
Specialty Brands Available Upon Request- Price May Vary 2 Kegs Maximum at Any One Bar Due to Space Constraints |
$125.00 1/4 keg
$200.00 1/2 keg |
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Champagne |
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| Cooks Extra Dry Champagne | $25.00 per bottle | |
| Asti Spumante | $30.00 per bottle | |
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The Atherton Hotel Catering Policies for a la Carte Weddings:
Deposit Requirements:
In order to secure your date at The Atherton Hotel, a $1000 deposit is required with the signed contract. Seventy-two (72) hours prior to the wedding day, final guarantees and balances are due. Items based “on consumption” will be collected at the conclusion of the event.
Room Rental:
Ballroom ~ $500 (Minimum Guests: 100)
Rental Times:
Our Receptions are five (5) hours in length. Generally, one hour for the cocktail hour & four hours for the dinner & reception.
Guaranteed Attendance:
A final guarantee of attendance is due seventy-two (72) hours in advance of the function. The minimum guarantee on all menus is 100 people for the Ballroom (regardless if the actual attendance is less). Please include any vendors that may be eating and any special dietary needs.
Service Ware:
This includes our complete silver band china service, glassware, ivory table linens, napkins and table skirting. An extensive selection of themed linens, decorative linens and chair covers are available to rent with advance notice and payment.
Alcohol Service Policy:
The Atherton Hotel is required to abide by the regulations of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Therefore, persons under the age of 21 are not permitted to drink alcoholic beverages on premises. Servers and/or managers may deny service to any persons under the influence of alcohol or appearing to be intoxicated. In addition, if a person of age is found giving an alcoholic drink to an underage person, The Atherton Hotel Management is authorized to close the bar for the entire event. The Atherton Hotel will not permit alcoholic beverages to be brought on premises. Any alcohol found that has been brought in may be confiscated.
Catering Services:
It is our policy that all food be provided by The Atherton Hotel. Exception is taken only for wedding cakes, items deemed family traditions (i.e. wedding cookies) and table favors. In compliance with standards set by the Board of Health, prepared leftover food is disposed of properly. This eliminates the concern of food-borne illness caused by improperly stored or transported food. We are sorry that we will not allow leftover food to be taken by guests.
Guests with Special Needs:
If you have special needs guests, keep in mind that The Atherton Hotel is equipped with handicapped facilities, such as special parking areas, accessible guestrooms, ramps and handicapped accessible restrooms. Please let us know in advance of any special needs or preparations that must be made for the comfort of your guests.
Decorating/ Damages Policy:
The Atherton Hotel Banquets and Catering staff will handle decorations for all weddings. Please note that the following items are not allowed: Tapered candles, tape, pins, birdseed, rice and confetti. Also, note that there is a $100 charge to place rental chair covers and sashes on chairs. You are solely responsible for any damages to the building, equipment and fixtures due to the activities of your guests.
Final Appointment:
No less than seventy- two (72) hours prior to your wedding date, you will have a final appointment with your wedding coordinator. Please plan about 1/2 hour to go over the final details of your reception.
Please bring with you:
- Completed Floor Diagram with Table Assignment Sheet
- Place Cards (Alphabetized, Please)
- Wedding Favors (Including Any Guestroom Amenities)
- Cake Server & Knife
- Card Box
- Toasting Glasses
- Centerpieces (Unless Provided by Florist)
- Miscellaneous Décor Items (Guestbook, Pictures, etc.)
- Cookies (Optional)
- Final Payment
- Anything Else!