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Catering packet dinner_feb.2014
1. CATERING PACKET
The Mount Vernon Inn would like to thank you for considering us to host your
special event. It would be our pleasure to provide you with a great venue, delicious
food and world-class service to make your day one you and your guests will
remember forever!
To arrange your special event please call 703.780.0011.
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Policies & Procedures
MENU
To ensure proper and prompt service, a pre-set menu is required for all groups over 15
people. Menu Selections are due one month prior to your scheduled event. Final guest
count must be supplied 5 business days in advance. Depending on the size of your group
and the amount of space rented, a choice of up to three entrée selections may be available
for your group. Minimum Food & Beverage charges may apply to large groups based
on space, availability and date of event. 20% gratuity and 6% tax is applied to all food
and beverage. Menu items and prices are subject to change.
ROOM CAPACITIES & RATES
The Entire Restaurant:
Friday & Saturday: AM or PM $3,000 Monday-Thursday: AM or PM $2,000
220 maximum for sit down dinner with cocktails and dancing
280 maximum for sit down dinner without cocktails and dancing
260 maximum for stand-up, food station reception with dancing (limited seating)
Individual Dining Rooms: Monday-Thursday Friday-Sunday
Betsy Ross (up to 42 seated) $300 $350
Verandah (up to 50 seated) $400 $450
George Washington & Verandah (up to 130 seated) $500 $550
Tavern (up to 34 seated) Not available for single room private rental.
Lafayette (up to 28 seated) Not available for single room private rental.
Potomac (up to 36 seated) Not available for single room private rental.
TIMES OF AVAILABILITY
The Entire Restaurant:
11 a.m. – 4 p.m. OR 6:00 p.m. – 1:00 a.m.
Five hour maximum event time. $500 for each additional hour.
George Washington & Verandah Dining Rooms:
11 a.m. – 4 p.m. OR 6:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m.
Four hour maximum event time. $250 for each additional hour.
Individual Dining Rooms:
5:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
3 hour maximum event time. $100 for each additional hour.
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ENTERTAINMENT
ONLY Non-amplified, acoustic, classical music will be permitted in a single dining room
(Example: String quartet, Trio, Harp etc). Amplified Music will be permitted ONLY
when the Entire Inn has been rented or if the Sunken Garden is rented. The Sunken
Garden can be rented for an additional fee of $500.
BEVERAGE SERVICE
Beverages are priced on the last page of this packet. No alcohol will be permitted to be
brought in from the outside. We recommend that you select your wines in advance to
ensure availability.
OTHER SERVICES
We will be happy to refer vendors who have worked at the Mount Vernon Inn. Any
services or products brought in from the outside must be pre-approved. House Linens,
China, Flatware and Glassware are included in our prices. Any specialty linens, chargers,
etc are to be ordered through the catering department and our partnered rental companies.
WEDDING CEREMONIES
The Mount Vernon Inn boasts a beautiful sunken garden space ideal for Wedding
Ceremonies. An elegant brick and slate outdoor courtyard will hold approximately 120-
160 seats under a 30x30 white tent. A bridal staircase will lead your guests into the
landscaped garden from our Verandah Dining Room. This area may be rented only with
a catered event in the Verandah or the Entire Inn.
Ceremony Fees and Times
AM Functions - 11:00 a.m. start time: $500
PM Functions - 6:00 p.m. start time: $500
The Reception will start at the conclusion of your ceremony.
*Fees include 30 x 30 foot tent and 120 white garden chairs.
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Seated Dinner
ENTREES
Select up to three entrees and then choose your sides, salads and desserts
$48/PERSON
Wild Boar Chops with Rye Whiskey Glaze
Halibut with Romesco sauce
Petite Filet Mignon with Crab Cake
$45/PERSON
Chilean Sea Bass with Lemon Butter
Filet Mignon with Port Wine Reduction
Rockfish with Tomato Beurre Blanc
$40/PERSON
Herb Crusted Beef Medallions with Béarnaise Sauce
Sliced Duck Breast with Apricot Glaze
Rosemary Lamb Chops
$36/PERSON
Grilled Salmon with Sambal Sauce
Sundried Tomato Encrusted Red Snapper
Apple Brandy Glazed Pork Chop
$34/PERSON
Flat Iron Steak with Chimichurri Sauce
Stuffed Pork Tenderloin with Plum Sauce
Mortadella Stuffed Pork with Truffle Sauce
$32/PERSON
Broiled Tilapia with Creole Sauce
Chicken Francaise
Chicken Florentine
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Seated Dinner
SALAD (select one)
Chopped Salad with Strawberry, Sugared Almonds & Craisins with Mustard Vinaigrette
Blue Cheese Salad with Spiced Pecans, Dried Cranberries and Raspberry Vinaigrette
Roasted Beet Salad with Arugula and Feta Cheese
Spinach Salad with Strawberries and Honey Pecan Dressing
Warm Goat Cheese & Field Green Salad with Champagne Vinaigrette
Mixed Green Salad with Cherry Tomatoes, Parmesan and Balsamic Vinaigrette
Sliced Apples over Mixed Greens with Feta & Walnuts
Caesar Salad
SIDES (select two)
Garlic Mashed Potatoes | Southern Style Sweet Potatoes | Goat Cheese Bread Pudding
Duchesse Potato | Potato Au Gratin | Oven Roasted Red Bliss Potato
Macaroni and Cheese | Rice Pilaf | Cauliflower Gratin
Cheddar Grits | Roasted Fingerling Potatoes
Creamed Spinach | Tomato Stuffed with Sautéed Feta, Garlic and Spinach
Roasted Asparagus | Crispy Brussels Sprouts
Stewpot Greens with Beets and Pine Nuts | Steamed Vegetable Medley
Fresh Green Beans | Roasted Broccoli
DESSERT (select one)
Key Lime Pie | Red Velvet Cake | Homemade Chocolate Bread Pudding
Pecan Encrusted Apple Pie | Pineapple Upside Down Cake | Apricot Bread Pudding
Flourless Chocolate Cake | Heath Bar Cheesecake | Crème Brûlée with a Berry Garnish
Raspberry Sorbet in a Chocolate Cup | Fresh Berries in a Chocolate Cup with Chambord
Cream | Fresh Fruit Cobbler | Homemade Colonial Bread Pudding
Also Available with any Entrée:
Tasting portion of Colonial Peanut & Chestnut Soup @ $2
Colonial Hoecake @ $8
4 Grilled Shrimp @ $8
One Jumbo Lump Crab Cake @ $8
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Food Station Menu Options
Menu will be customized to your taste and budget
~ SELECT UP TO TWO ~
Caesar Salad
Chopped Salad with Strawberry, Sugared Almonds & Craisins with Mustard Vinaigrette
~ SELECT UP TO THREE ~
Pasta Station with Assorted Sauces and Toppings
Mashed Potato Bar with Assorted Toppings Served in a Martini Glass
Colonial Hoecake Station with Ham, Crab, Hollandaise, Hoisin Sauce, Crispy Duck
Southern Style Barbecue Station with Pulled Pork and Chicken with Assorted Sauces,
Cole Slaw, Cornbread Squares and Rolls
~ SELECT UP TO THREE ~
Carved Beef Tenderloin with Peppercorn Sauce
Steamship Round of Beef or Prime Rib of Beef
Sliced Virginia Honey Glazed Ham with Dijon Sauce
Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes
Blackened Salmon
Grilled Chicken
Roasted Turkey
~ SELECT ONE ~
Dessert Table with Mini Pastries, Petit Fours and Tarts
Ice Cream Sundae Bar with Assorted Toppings
Chocolate Fondue with Strawberries, Pineapple and Pounds Cake
Gourmet Candy Station
Menus start at $34 per person ++
With Minimum of 60 guests
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Passed Hors d'Oeuvres
Bruschetta with Asiago Cheese
Spinach, Garlic and Feta in Puff Pastry
Bleu Cheese and Cranberry Puffs
VA Ham Raspberry Biscuits
Corn and Crab Fritters
Scallops Wrapped in Bacon
Sausage Puffs
Almond Stuffed Dates wrapped in Bacon
Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce
$60 (FOR 50 PIECES)
Baked Mushroom Caps with Crabmeat, Sausage or Herb Cheese Stuffing
Fried Oysters with Remoulade Sauce
Quiche Lorraine Tarts
Roasted Beet and Goat Cheese Crostini
Crab, Avocado and Tomato Bruschetta
Smoked Salmon Roses with Sweet Mustard
Mini Crab Balls
Garlic Wild Mushroom Crostini with Ricotta
$90 (FOR 50 PIECES)
Placed Hors d'Oeuvres
Herb Roasted Mixed Nuts
Swedish Meatballs
Brie Wedges with Assorted Sauces
Bacon Wrapped Breadsticks
$60 FOR 50 SERVINGS
Vegetable Crudité with Dip
Baked Brie en Croute
$80 FOR 50 SERVINGS
Imported Cheese and Fruit Display
Charcuterie Display
$115 FOR 50 SERVINGS
Coconut Shrimp
Jumbo Shrimp Cocktails
Raw Bar
MARKET PRICE
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Consumption Bar
Call Brand Drink……………………………………………………..…............ $8.00
Premium Brand Drink…………………………………………………………..…. $9.00
Top Shelf Brand Drink…………………………………………………….…….… $10.00
Domestic Beers …………………………………………………………………… $4.50
Dominion Beers………………………………………………………………..….. $5.00
Mt. Vernon Ale and Oak Barrel Stout
Premium Beers ………………………………………………………………….... $5.50
Aqua Panna & Pellegrino (16.5 oz)……………………………………………….. $3.50
Aqua Panna & Pellegrino (1 L)………………………………………………...…. $5.50
Bottled Water……………………………………………………………………… $3.50
Juice…………………………………………………………………………….…. $3.50
Sodas, Coffee, Tea……………………………………………………………….... $2.99
Mount Vernon Root Beer & Ginger Ale……………………………………….….. $3.99
Cider (Hot or Cold)………………………………………………………………… $3.99
Hot Cider with Brandy…………………………………………………………..… $5.75
House Wine (CA) (per bottle)…………………………………………………...… $21.00
Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, White Zinfandel
House Champagne (per bottle)………………………………………………….… $18.00
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Flat Rate Bar
CALL BRAND BAR
$22.00 for First Two Hours
$8.00 for every hour after the second hour
Cost is Per Person
Bar includes:
House Brand liquors and Absolut Vodka, Beefeater Gin,
Bacardi Rum, Jim Beam Bourbon, Johnny Walker Red Scotch,
Seagram’s 7 Blended Whiskey, Jose Cuervo Tequila,
House Wine, Beer, Sodas and Juice.
PREMIUM BRAND BAR
$24.00 for First Two Hours
$9.00 for every hour after the second hour
Cost is Per Person
Bar includes:
House & Call Brand Liquors and Ketel One Vodka, Tangueray Gin,
Mount Gay & Captain Morgan Rums, Maker’s Mark Bourbon,
Dewar’s Scotch, Jack Daniel’s Whiskey, Jameson Irish Whiskey,
Jose Cuervo Tequila, House Wine, Beer, Sodas and Juice.
PLEASE NOTE:
Satellite bar set-up fee: $200.00
Champagne toast sold separately
No shots or shooters