The Grateful Plate’s menu
Thank you for considering The Grateful Plate for your next event! Take a look through this page, as it may answer some of your questions! Please call or email Nikki with questions and availability for your event date. There is a 15 person minimum for a catered event, so please reach out and check on our availability!
Please read before choosing your menu
The prices listed on this menu include buffet-style service, staffed when appropriate, and upscale disposable dinnerware. Samples of disposables are available for viewing upon request. They can also be spotted throughout the Gallery section of this website! Special order disposables are also available. Stoneware dishes, stainless utensils, and glassware are available depending on size of event
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venue for rent, at $2
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guest. Plated table service is available for $2
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guest, as well as cake service upon request for $0.50
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guest. When you choose The Grateful Plate, you will always receive delicious, well-presented food and professional service to ensure your event goes smoothly.
About the Menu & Meal Service
Your catered event is not limited to the items on this menu; Nikki can present you with a custom menu to suit your event! If you have any special requests for your meal, please let us know, and Nikki will do her best to accommodate. Special dietary needs will happily be accommodated with advance notice. All menu items may not be available for all size groups or all venues; please confirm your choices with Nikki before printing menus, etc. for your event. (This may depend on access to a kitchen at venue, distance from Jamestown, etc.)
The prices listed on this menu include buffet-style service, staffed when appropriate, and upscale disposable dinnerware. Samples of disposables are available for viewing upon request. They can also be spotted throughout the Gallery section of this website! Special order disposables are also available. Stoneware dishes, stainless utensils, and glassware are available depending on size of event
/
venue for rent, at $2
/
guest. Plated table service is available for $2
/
guest, as well as cake service upon request for $0.50
/
guest. When you choose The Grateful Plate, you will always receive delicious, well-presented food and professional service to ensure your event goes smoothly.
Please keep in mind that The Grateful Plate's calendar often fills quickly, and may have to turn away other customers after booking your event in order to ensure your event is provided with our quality service. Due to this, you may be asked to sign an event agreement and make a deposit to secure your date. The event agreement deposit of $500 is non-refundable, but will be applied to your final invoice. A finalized guest count is required one week before your event, and that is the number used for billing purposes. Sales tax must be added to your bill. Please let Nikki know if your entity is sales tax exempt. Some venues charge a fee to provide food on their premises, and any such fee will be added to your bill. For any events over 10 miles outside of Jamestown, a mileage fee of $1.50
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mile (per direction & per vehicle needed) will be added. Gratuity is never added to your bill but is greatly appreciated! A great amount of planning, organization, and labor goes into each event. Payment is due in full by the day of your event. The Grateful Plate accepts cash, check, and cards, but a 3% processing fee will be added to any credit card transactions over $200.
Billing & Payment
Please keep in mind that The Grateful Plate's calendar often fills quickly, and may have to turn away other customers after booking your event in order to ensure your event is provided with our quality service. Due to this, you may be asked to sign an event agreement and make a deposit to secure your date. The event agreement deposit of $500 is non-refundable, but will be applied to your final invoice. A finalized guest count is required one week before your event, and that is the number used for billing purposes. Sales tax must be added to your bill. Please let Nikki know if your entity is sales tax exempt. Some venues charge a fee to provide food on their premises, and any such fee will be added to your bill. For any events over 10 miles outside of Jamestown, a mileage fee of $1.50
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mile (per direction & per vehicle needed) will be added. Gratuity is never added to your bill but is greatly appreciated! A great amount of planning, organization, and labor goes into each event. Payment is due in full by the day of your event. The Grateful Plate accepts cash, check, and cards, but a 3% processing fee will be added to any credit card transactions over $200.
Table linens (round and rectangular) are $8
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each and linen napkins are $0.25
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each
Linens are also available for rent; please inquire with Nikki for available sizes and colors.
Table linens (round and rectangular) are $8
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each and linen napkins are $0.25
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each
Late Payment Policy
As stated above, payment is due in full no later than the day of your event. Any payment 60 days past due will incur a 25% late fee.
Please provide at least 4 business days in advance of an event if it needs to be cancelled for any reason other than weather. Less than 4 business days notice will incur a $50 cancellation fee. In the case of cancellation due to weather, the $50 fee will be waived, however you may be charged the cost for any perishable ingredients purchased specifically for your event. For large events with a signed Event Agreement, please refer to your Event Agreement's cancellation policy.
Cancellation Policy
Please provide at least 4 business days in advance of an event if it needs to be cancelled for any reason other than weather. Less than 4 business days notice will incur a $50 cancellation fee. In the case of cancellation due to weather, the $50 fee will be waived, however you may be charged the cost for any perishable ingredients purchased specifically for your event. For large events with a signed Event Agreement, please refer to your Event Agreement's cancellation policy.
This menu is updated frequently, and all prices are subject to change unless you have received a pricing confirmation from Nikki.
*priced per serving unless otherwise noted*
Appetizers & Hors d'oeuvres
$2 each
Shrimp & Sausage mini kebabs
$2 each
$2.50
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person
Appetizer Meatballs (BBQ, Brown Gravy, or Parmesan-marinara)
$2.50
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person
$2
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person
BBQ Cocktail Mini Sausages
$2
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person
$3.50
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person
Spinach & Artichoke Dip with Tortilla Chips
$3.50
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person
$2 each
Pesto Puff Pastry Pinwheels
$2 each
$4.50 each
Shredded Pork, Beef, or Chicken Sliders with sauces
$4.50 each
$3.50 each
Balsamic-Glazed Meatball Kebabs
$3.50 each
$1.50 each
Stuffed Mushrooms
$1.50 each
Tortilla chips, nacho cheese, onion, jalapenos, olives, sour cream, hot sauce; add taco meat for $2
Mini Nacho Bar
Tortilla chips, nacho cheese, onion, jalapenos, olives, sour cream, hot sauce; add taco meat for $2
$5.00
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person
$5.00
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person
$1
/
person
Pinwheels (Ham & Swiss, Turkey & Cheddar) (2/person)
$1
/
person
$1.25
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person
Deluxe Pinwheels (Fiesta, BLT, Turkey-Cranberry-Brie) (2/person)
$1.25
/
person
$3
/
person
Lemon-Garlic or Tomato Basil Marinated Shrimp
$3
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person
$2.50
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person
Cold Cut Sliders (Ham & Turkey cuts with cheese on fresh-baked buns)
$2.50
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person
$2.50
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person
Cheese & Crackers (add meat for .50)
$2.50
/
person
$4
/
person
Artisan Charcuterie Board
Assorted meats, cheeses, vegetables, fruits, nuts, crackers, and spreads
$4
/
person
$1.75
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person
Veggie Pizza
$1.75
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person
$2.50
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person
Layered Mexican Dip with Tortilla Chips
$2.50
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person
$1.75 each
Shrimp & Tortellini Mini Kebabs
$1.75 each
$1.50 each
Meat & Cheese Mini Kebabs
Cubed cheeses, summer sausage, and ham
$1.50 each
$2.25 each
Antipasto Skewers
Salami, pepperoni, mozzarella, tortellini, tomato, olive & basil
$2.25 each
$1.50 each
Fruit or Fruit & Cheese Mini Kebabs
$1.50 each
$1.25 each
Caprese Skewers
Tomato, Basil, & Mozzarella with Balsamic Glaze
$1.25 each
$1.50
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person
Potato Chips
add dip for .50
$1.50
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person
$1.25
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person
Snack Mix or Variety of Sweet & Salty Snacks
$1.25
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person
$2
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person
Apple Slices with Pretzels & Caramel Dip
$2
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person
$1 each
Chocolate Covered Strawberries
$1 each
$1.75
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person
Fruit Pizza
$1.75
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person
*priced per serving unless otherwise noted*
Breakfast
$4.50
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person
Cheesy Ham & Hashbrown Egg Bake
$4.50
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person
$4.50
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person
Denver Omelet Bake
$4.50
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person
$10
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person
Breakfast Burrito Bar
2/person; tortillas, sausage, bacon, eggs, cheese, onion, salsa, sour cream, & hot sauce
$10
/
person
$8
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person
Waffle Bar
2/person; maple syrup, chocolate chips, berries, whipped cream & butter
$8
/
person
$5
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person
Yogurt Bar
choice of two yogurts, with fruit, granola, & nuts
$5
/
person
$5
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person
Biscuits & Gravy
$5
/
person
$3
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person
French Toast Bake with Syrup
$3
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person
$3
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person
Sausage Patty, Links, or Bacon
$3
/
person
$2.50
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person
Scrambled Eggs
$2.50
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person
$3
/
person
Fresh Fruit Mix
fresh cut; varies seasonally
$3
/
person
$2
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person
Whole Fruit
apples, bananas, oranges, grapes, pears, kiwi; varies seasonally
$2
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person
$2 each
Caramel Rolls or Cinnamon Rolls
$2 each
$3
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person
Cinnamon Roll Crumble
Cherry, Blueberry, or Apple
$3
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person
$1.50 each
Assorted Muffins
$1.50 each
$1.25 each
Assorted Bagels
Halved; served with cream cheese
$1.25 each
$1.50 each
Assorted Donuts
$1.50 each
Casual Fare
$10
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person
Baked Potato Bar
XL potatoes, bacon, cheese, sour cream, green onion, olives, butter, and Ranch
$10
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person
$11
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person
Walking Taco Bar
Nacho cheese chips, beef taco meat, lettuce, onion, olives, jalapenos, cheese, sour cream, salsa, and hot sauce
$11
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person
$11.50
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person
Taco Bar
2/person; hard and soft shells, tortilla chips, beef taco meat, lettuce, onion, olives, jalapenos, cheese, sour cream, salsa, and hot sauce
$11.50
/
person
$10
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person
Sandwich Bar with Potato Chips
Variety of breads, meats, cheeses, vegetables, and condiments
$10
/
person
$14
/
person
Hamburger Bar, Chips, and one Side
Hamburger bun and patty with various cheeses, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickle chips, and condiments
$14
/
person
$10
/
person
Any Soup, Breadstick, and one Side
*see soup and side choices below*
$10
/
person
$10
/
person
Chili Bar
Chili with sour cream, cheese, jalapenos, corn chips, onions, and cornbread muffins
$10
/
person
$12.50
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person
Shredded Beef, Pork, or Chicken Sandwiches
served with sauce options, potato chips, and one side (choose one or two meats; served on a fresh-baked bun)
$12.50
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person
$13
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person
Fajita Bar
2/person; tortillas, chicken, beef, sautéed peppers and onions, lettuce, onion, olives, jalapenos, cheese, sour cream, salsa, guacamole, and hot sauce
$13
/
person
$12.50
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person
Nacho Bar
tortilla and nacho cheese chips, beef taco meat and pulled pork, nacho cheese sauce, lettuce, onion, olives, jalapenos, sour cream, salsa, pico de gallo, and hot sauce
$12.50
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person
$11.50
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person
Knoephla hotdish with sauerkraut and sausage
served with a choice of two sides
$11.50
/
person
$10
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person
Salad Bar with Breadstick
variety of greens, chopped ham and chicken, shredded cheese, croutons, veggies, and dressings
$10
/
person
$10
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person
Sloppy Joe & Potato Chips
served with a choice of one side
$10
/
person
$10
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person
Scalloped Potatoes & Ham
served with a dinner roll and a choice of one side
$10
/
person
Soups
$3
/
person
Tomato Basil
$3
/
person
$3.50
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person
Knoephla, Chicken Wild Rice, Chicken Tortilla, White Chicken Chili, Creamy Italian Pesto, Stuffed Pepper, and Tomato Tortellini
$3.50
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person
$5
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person (add cheese and sour cream for $1
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person)
Chili
$5
/
person (add cheese and sour cream for $1
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person)
Classic Fare
If you would like to offer a choice of two entrees at your event, an additional $1/person fee will apply (when choosing entrees from the same price point). If you would like to allow for two entrees per person or would like to mix and match entrees from different price points, please ask Nikki for a custom quote. Each plate comes with one entrée, one vegetable, one starch, and a dinner roll. The menu is flexible and substitutions and additions are welcome! Just ask for pricing.
$11/plate
Entrée Choices: Traditional (Red) Lasagna, Chicken Alfredo (White) Lasagna, Beef Marinara over Penne, Chicken Alfredo over Penne (ask about our baked pasta dishes too!)
Includes Caesar Salad (or similar) and Garlic Breadstick
$13/plate
Entrée Choices: Hickory Ham, Roast Turkey Breast, Roast Beef, Chicken Kiev, Chicken Cordon Bleu, or Grilled Chicken Breast (with sauces)
Vegetable Choices: Maple Bacon Baked Beans, Sweet Corn, Fresh Seasoned Green Beans in olive oil, or Baby Glazed Carrots
Starch Choices: Au Gratin Potatoes, Scalloped Potatoes, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Loaded Mashed Potatoes, Mashed Potatoes & Gravy, or a Baked Potato with Sour Cream
Dinner roll and butter included
$14/plate
Entrée Choices: Homemade Meatballs with Brown Gravy, Homemade Swedish Meatballs with White Gravy, or Fried Chicken (assorted pieces; 2/person)
Vegetable Choices: Maple Bacon Baked Beans, Sweet Corn, Fresh Seasoned Green Beans in olive oil, or Honey Glazed Carrots
Starch Choices: Any of the above, plus Rice Pilaf, or Wild Rice Pilaf
Dinner roll and butter included
$15/plate
Entrée Choices: Creamy Chicken Marsala, Chicken Dijon, or Salisbury Steak with French Onion Gravy
Vegetable Choices: Sweet Corn, Honey Glazed Carrots, Steamed Asparagus, Fresh Seasoned Green Beans in Olive Oil (add sliced almonds, crumbled bacon, or dried cranberries for .25/person)
Starch Choices: Any of the above, plus Roasted Red Potatoes, Macaroni & Cheese, or Cheesy Hashbrown Bake
Dinner rolls and butter included
$17/plate
Entrée Choices: Sirloin Tips in Burgundy Gravy or Smoked Beef Brisket
Vegetable & Starch Choices: Choose from any of the above listed options
Pasta Bar
Starts at $12/person
A pasta bar is highly customizable to your taste and needs; please inquire for a quote.
Sides
Choices for Casual Fare sides and also available as an addition to any meal
Breads:
Garlic Breadstick (1.00/person), Dinner Roll (1.00/person), Garlic Toast (2 slices; 1.50/person), Cheddar Biscuit (1.25/person), Cornbread Muffin (1.25/person)
Potatoes & Rice:
Garlic Mashed Potatoes (2.25/person), Loaded Mashed Potatoes (2.50/person), Mashed Potatoes & Gravy (3.00/person), Cheesy Hashbrown Bake (3.50/person), Au Gratin Potatoes (2.50/person), Scalloped Potatoes (2.50/person), Baked Potato with Sour Cream (2.50/person), Potato Chips (1.50/person), Spanish Rice (2.50/person), Rice Pilaf (2.50/person), and Gourmet Macaroni & Cheese (4.00/person)
Vegetables:
Fresh Seasoned Green beans in Olive Oil (3.00/person), Sweet Corn (2/person), Honey Glazed Baby Carrots (3/person), Steamed Asparagus (4.00/person), Maple Bacon Baked Beans (2.50/person), Black Beans (1.50/person), Mexicorn (2.25/person), and Fresh Vegetables with Dip (2.50/person)
Side Salads & Fruit:
Birdseed Salad (2.00/person), Nacho Taco Salad (1.75/person), Potato Salad (2.25/person), Coleslaw (1.50/person), Kaleslaw (2.00/person), Macaroni Salad (2.00/person), Italian Pasta Salad (2.00/person), Pesto Pasta Salad w/ Shrimp (3.00/person), Dinner Side Salad (2.50/person), Caesar Salad (3.00/person), Seasonal Spinach Salad (3.00/person), Cut Fresh Fruit (3.00/person), Fluffy Fruit Salad (1.75/person), Snickers Salad (2.00/person), Strawberry Cloud Salad (1.50/person), Fluffy Pear Salad (1.25/person) - or inquire about your favorite midwestern salad! I always love to hear your ideas!
*priced per serving unless otherwise noted*
Desserts
$1.50 each
Cookies
Chocolate chip, peanut butter, oatmeal raisin, monster, double chocolate chip, white chocolate chip (will also take requests!)
$1.50 each
$1.50 each (large)
Bars
Scotcheroos, Pumpkin, Lemon, Blondies, Brownies, Pecan Pie Bars, Seven Layer (will also take requests!)
$1.50 each (large)
$2.50
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person
White Chocolate Strawberry Crème Dessert
$2.50
/
person
$3
/
person
Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
$3
/
person
$2.50
/
person
Upside Down Cake
Pineapple/Maraschino Cherry or Peach/Cranberry/Pecan
$2.50
/
person
$1.50 each
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$2 each
Cupcakes / Filled Cupcakes
$1.50 each
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$2 each
$4.00
/
person
Cheesecake with choice of toppings(s)
$4.00
/
person
$3.50
/
person
White Chocolate Fudge Torte with Raspberry Sauce
$3.50
/
person
$1.75
/
person
Peach Cobbler
$1.75
/
person
$2
/
person
Blueberry or Cherry Cobbler
$2
/
person
$1
/
person
Candy Bark
Peanut Butter Cookie, White Chocolate Cranberry Orange, Chocolate Almond Coconut, and other flavors upon request
$1
/
person
$2.50
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each
Crème Dessert Shooters
Mocha, Strawberry, Chocolate Raspberry, or special requests
$2.50
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each
Beverages
Water is included at no charge upon request, served in a dispenser or pitchers on each table, whichever is more appropriate for your event.
$10
/
table
Coffee Service
At the tables; includes creamer, sugars, and sweetener packets
$10
/
table
$1.25
/
person
Coffee Bar
Includes creamer, sugar, sweetener packets, and flavored syrups
$1.25
/
person
$1
/
person
Lemonade, Iced Tea, or Punch
$1
/
person
$1.50 each
Soda (assorted cans)
$1.50 each
$1.50
/
person
Orange Juice
$1.50
/
person
$1.25
/
person
Sherbet Punch
$1.25
/
person
$1.50
/
person
Non-alcoholic Sangria, Champagne, or Margarita Punch
$1.50
/
person
$.50
/
person
Infused Water
Strawberry Kiwi, Citrus; the options are endless!
$.50
/
person