THE BISTRO RESTAURANT & WINE CLUB
PRIVATE PARTY CONTRACT
For exclusive events
& parties of 50 or more
Thank you for considering THE BISTRO for your private event! We welcome the opportunity to work with you to ensure that we exceed your expectations. In an effort to avoid any miscommunication, please review the information provided. Please contact Trina or Keli at (360) 425-2837 or e-mail us at thebistro@live.comto schedule an appointment to customize your event. The Bistro reserves the right to change these terms without notice.
Certain restrictions apply in the month of December.
Please call for Holiday info.
TERMS OF THE BISTRO PRIVATE PARTY CONTRACT
Menu Selection
In consultation with THE BISTRO , the Customer shall select a menu from the attached menu options. THE BISTRO will consider all suggestions to modify menu selections to accommodate each individual event. Menu prices are subject to change as dictated by market conditions. THE BISTRO will guarantee prices when stated upon contract signature.
Room Charges
THE BISTRO WINE CLUB:
Monday- Tuesday- Wednesday-Thursday $500
The room charge will be waived with food purchase of $2,000
Friday-Saturday $1000
This fee is in addition to agreed upon menu price, and will not be waived.
Final Guest Count
A final guest count is required 10 business days prior to the function. This final number will then be considered a minimum guarantee number for billing. If for any reason a final guest count is not provided, food provided and billing will be based on original estimated guest count.
Payment and Method of Payment
The balance will be due at the conclusion of the event. No split checks are permitted. We except cash, all major credit cards and company checks.
A 25% deposit will be required to save the date. This total will be applied to the final bill. 10% is non-refundable. The full 25% is non-refundable if the event is canceled within 10 days prior to the event.
TERMS OF THE BISTRO PRIVATE PARTY CONTRACT
Outside food and beverage are not permitted. Any exceptions must be pre-arranged with THE BISTRO for an additional fee.
There will be no takeout services for banquets or hors d’ oeuvres at cocktail parties.
The Customer assumes all responsibility for the guests and any damages caused by the guest(s) to THE BISTRO property. THE BISTRO assumes NO liability for personal property while you and your guests are using the facility or property left at the facility.
We reserve the right to refuse alcoholic beverage service, should we feel it become necessary.
For the comfort and safety of our guests, we require a minimum of 6 hors d’ oeuvres per person for a cocktail party that is not followed by dinner.
For your convenience, 20% gratuity will be added to all private parties. This is in addition to the final bill and is not included in menu price.
A set up fee of $30 will be added to all private parties. This includes, black linens, linen napkins, flatware, glassware, china, candles and personalized menus. This fee is in addition to final bill and not included in menu price.
A $50 cake service fee will be applied to all cake brought into THE BISTRO. This service includes cutting, plating, and distributing the cake. THE BISTRO will also provide plates, napkins and silverware. THE BISTRO is NOT responsible for holding, transporting or setting up any cakes. No homemade items are aloud.
We regret that glitter and confetti are not permitted. In addition, all decorations must be approved by management prior to function.THE BISTRO offers the option of customizing your event with décor appropriate to your occasion (flowers, votives, center pieces, etc.) at an additional fee.
THE BISTRO offers the option of arranging live music for your special occasion. THE BISTRO adds no fee, except for the set upon hourly rate for selected band.
MENU OPTION #1
$35 PER PERSON 50 PERSON MINIMUM
1st Course (hors d’ oeuvres) Choose one
Shrimp & celery heart crostini
Tomato & basil bruschetta
*Sautéed mushrooms w/ blue cheese & roasted red pepper
Kalamata tapenade & ciabatta bread
2nd Course Choose one
Organic greens with seasonal vegetables
choice of pepper bacon blue cheese,honey-spice dressing or vinaigrette
Heart of romaine Caesar salad
fresh shaved Parmesan & homemade croutons
Pear & walnut salad (available in December)
Bleu cheese crumbles, orange vinaigrette
3rd Course (entrees)
Served with mashers and seasonal vegetable except for pasta dishes
Flat iron steak w/ big herb butter
Chicken & mushroom penne
Wild salmon steak with seasonal sauce
* hors ‘d oeuvre can not be hand served
Non-alcoholic beverages, alcohol, tax, and gratuity not included
MENU OPTION #2
$40 PER PERSON 50 PERSON MINIMUM
1st Course (Hors d’ oeuvres) Choose two
Shrimp & celery heart crostini
Tomato, basil & mozzarella bruschetta
Kalamata tapenade & ciabatta bread
*Sautéed mushrooms w/ blue cheese & roasted red pepper
2nd course choose one
Organic greens w/ seasonal vegetables
choice of pepper bacon blue cheese, honey-spice dressing or vinagerette
Heart of romaine Caesar salad
fresh shaved Parmesan, house made croutons
Caprese salad
buffalo mozzarella, organic basil, tomato
Pear & walnut salad (available in December)
Bleu cheese crumbles, orange vinaigrette
3rd Course (entrees)
Served with mashers & seasonal vegetable, except pasta dishes
Crab stuffed wild salmon w/ sauce béarnaise
Flat Iron Steak w/ big herb butter
Vanilla cider pork tenderloin w/ sautéed pears
Organic Vegetable baked penne
* hors ‘d oeuvre can not be hand served
Non-alcoholic beverages, alcohol, tax, and gratuity not included
MENU OPTION #3
$55 PER PERSON 50 PERSON MINIMUM
1st Course (Hors d’ oeuvres) Choose two
Shrimp & celery heart crostini
Tomato, basil & mozzarella bruschetta
Kalamata tapenade & ciabatta bread
*Sautéed mushrooms w/ blue cheese & roasted red pepper
2nd Course
Seafood chowder
3rd Course Choose one
Organic greens w/ seasonal vegetables
choice of pepper bacon blue cheese, honey-spice dressing or vinaigrette
Heart of romaine Caesar
fresh shaved Parmesan, house made croutons
Caprese Salad
buffalo mozzarella, organic basil, tomato
Pear & walnut salad (available in December)
Bleu cheese crumbles, orange vinaigrette
4th Course (entrees)
Served w/ mashers & seasonal vegetable except pasta dishes
Wild salmon Wellington
buttery puff pastry, melted leeks & Parmesan
Pepper-corn encrusted filet with prawn scampi
Seafood fettuccine Alfredo
crab, prawns & wild salmon
Vanilla cider pork tenderloin w/ pears
* hors ‘d oeuvre can not be hand served.
Non-alcoholic beverages, alcohol, tax, and gratuity not included.
The Bistro requires at least 50 people in attendance for menu option #1 & #2 and 50 people in attendance for menu option #3 to have the room exclusive for private events. If that number falls short The Bistro will add the difference to meet our required number of guests, not to exceed the menu option price & excluding the price of additional desserts, spirits etc.
Hors d’ oeuvres only Event
This menu is set at $22.00 per guest with a 55 guest minimum. This amount does not include tax, gratuity, beer, wine or spirits.
Choose two items to be served hot:
Spinach, artichoke & cheese dip
Meatballs with Andouille sausage in house made marinara
Gorgonzola cheese fries
Sautéed mushrooms with roasted red peppers & bleu cheese
Steamed clams in white wine with saffron aioli
Steamed mussels in white wine with saffron aioli
Spinach & cheese rangoons
Choose two platters:
Domestic cheese board
Seasonal veggie tray
Seasonal fruit tray (seasonal-upcharge may apply)
Kalamata olive tapenade with assorted breads
Smoked salmon mousse with assorted crackers
Salami, cheddar & grape board
Caramel apple baked brie in puff pastry
Jumbo chilled shrimp with cocktail sauce ($3 upcharge per guest)
Choose one side:
Heart of romaine Caesar salad with shaved parmesan
Organic seasonal green salad with house dressing
Caprese salad with fresh mozzarella, basil & tomato ($2 upcharge per guest)
Vegetarian pasta salad
Shrimp penne cold pasta salad
Spinach salad with egg, bacon, olive & sprouts
We would be happy to customize a menu to best suit your needs. If you would like to make changes or have questions, please contact Trina or Keli @ (360) 425-2837 or thebistro@live.com 
