Banquet Information
Important! Buffets are only offered at our Battle Creek location "Clara's On the River."
For the Lansing location "Clara's Lansing Station", your group can still call to reserve a room and order off the menu.
(Effective date January 10, 2007)
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269 963-0966 Room Reservations Thank you for considering
Clara's on the River for your upcoming private function. To plan your event at Clara's,
please contact the management staff by telephone at (269) 963-0966
during the hours of 9am to 11am, or 2pm to 4pm Monday through
Saturday to check on room availability. Deposit, Minimums and Room Charge - (click to read important information below) Menu Selection Your menu selection from this guide should be finalized with Clara's on the River at least two weeks in advance. We will be happy to accommodate special dietary needs with advance notice. A conformation detail of the upcoming event will be provided for your reference, which will list all catering arrangements and applicable charges. Food and Beverage Policy Clara's on the River must supply all food and beverages. Upon completion of the event, all extra food and beverage remains the property of Clara's on the River. However, wedding cakes may be provided by outside vendors and cake leftovers are yours to take home. Guarantees and Cancellations A final guarantee of the number of guests is required one week prior to your event. We will prepare meals for that number, and depending on the menu selection, we may be able to accommodate a few "last minute" additions. If no final guarantee is received, we will consider the number indicated on the original event forms to be the correct and guaranteed number of guests. Billing will be based on the final guaranteed number of guests, or the number of meals served, whichever is higher. Clara's on the River reserves the right to adjust prices and menus for groups less than twenty persons. In the event of a cancellation, notification is required a minimum of two weeks prior to the event and your $100 deposit will be refunded. If cancellations are made after this period, the deposit is non-refundable, and any expenses incurred will be billed.
Other Services You may wish to consider flowers and other table decorations to enhance the appearance of your event. You may have these items delivered to Clara's on the River from local suppliers and we will place them on the tables at no charge. Decorations, and how they are affixed, must be approved by Clara's on the River to prevent damage to the property. Rental of other special equipment can also be arranged with local suppliers. All outside rental charges and fees must be handled directly between the customer and the local supplier. Alcoholic Beverages and Policies Clara's on the River offers a wide selection of beer, wine and spirits. Our complete beverage menu is available via waitpersons from our main bar. We reserve the right restrict to the service of alcohol in compliance with the policies of Clara's on the River and the State of Michigan. Alcoholic beverages must remain inside Clara's on the River or within the fenced-in patio area. No one under the age of 21, or without proper identification, will be allowed alcoholic beverages. Drinking to excess, whether the person will be driving or not, will not be allowed. We ask that you share in the strict enforcement of these policies. Event Schedule and Duration To insure the best possible food quality, please adhere to the pre-arranged service schedule. Based on past experience, we will plan an ample time allotment of two hours for your event duration. Please be aware that there may be another function scheduled in the facility after your event. Consequently the schedule must be followed. If more than two hours is required for your group, please check for the availability of additional time and arrange for this necessity when booking your party to prevent any scheduling conflicts. An additional $50 per hour room charge past two hours reserved duration will be applied to your bill. Terms of Payment A credit card will be required to secure payment one week prior to the event. We will process the payment upon completion of the function. A check from a local bank, with proper identification, or cash may be substituted for the credit card at time of event completion. All prices are subject to 6 percent Michigan sales tax. Food and beverage prices are subject to a 15 percent service charge. In the case of a cancellation of less than one week prior to the event, any expenses incurred will be billed to the credit card securing the reservation. All food and beverage prices are subject to change without notice. Prices can be guaranteed for your group up to 90 days in advance. Back to the topFor further information, please contact: Clara's on the River Attn. Management Staff 44 North McCamly Street Battle Creek, MI 49017 Voice (269) 963-0966 Facsimile (269) 963-4750 Back to the top Deposit, Minimums and Room Charge LUNCHEON SUGGESTIONS Salads and Sandwiches Select one or up to three from the list below. An item count of each food item will be necessary when calling in your final menu totals two weeks prior to your event. All salads are served with a multi-grain roll. All sandwiches are served with your choice of one side: fruit medley, coleslaw or black beans with rice. Beverage service is included. To add a dessert selection, please refer to the dessert section of this guide. For a heartier meal, add a cup of soup for $3.49 per person.
Back to the top Add dessert to your luncheon or dinner entree selection Fudge Brownie with Chocolate Sauce $2.99 Chocolate “Lovin’ Spoonful” Cake $4.99 Six Way Chocolate Mousse Pie $4.99 Key Lime Pie $3.99 Gourmet Turtle Cheesecake $4.99 Cheesecake with Strawberries $4.29 Clara's Colossal Carrot Cake $4.99 The above prices are subject to 6% Michigan sales tax and a 15% service charge Back to the top LUNCHEON DELI BUFFETS 11am to 4pm Standard Deli Buffet $9.99 per person Coleslaw and Fresh Fruit Ham, Turkey and Roast Beef American and Swiss cheese Sliced Tomatoes, Red Onions and Leaf Lettuce Assorted Condiments Assorted Breads and Rolls Choice of one: Brownie, Cookies, or Rice Crispy Treat Beverage Service Gourmet Deli Buffet $12.99 per person
Also included: Black Bean or Broccoli Cheese Soup Sliced tomatoes, Red Onions and Leaf Lettuce Assorted Condiments Assorted Breads and Rolls Choice of one: Brownie, or Rice Crispy Treat Beverage Service The above prices are subject to 6% Michigan sales tax and a 15% service charge Back to the top LIGHTER HOT ENTREE SUGGESTIONS 11am till close $13.59 per person Select one or up to three from the list below. An item count of each food item will be necessary when calling in your menu count totals two weeks prior to your event. These entrees include beverage, appropriate starch, a multi-grain roll, and a choice of one of the following: a tossed salad, a small Caesar salad, or a cup of soup. To add a dessert selection, please refer to the dessert section of this guide.
Back to the top SPECIALTY BREAKS For your office meeting or classroom break Coffee Break $2.99 per person Coffee, Decaf, Hot Tea, Assorted Soda, Milk and Brownies Wellness Break $4.99 per person Bottled Water, Fruit Juice, Fresh Fruit Snack Break $5.99 per person Coffee, Decaf, Hot Tea, Assorted Soda and Milk Nacho Chips, Salsa and our Nine Layer Mexican Dip The above prices are subject to 6% Michigan sales tax and a 15% service charge Back to the top HORS D'OEUVRES Our management staff will be happy to assist you in planning your next reception or office party. We have a large selection of hot or cold hors d'oeuvres, snacks and sweets. Not available Sunday from 10am to 5pm. Hot Hors D'oeuvres: (for fifteen or more) Buffalo Wings Barbecue Meatballs Egg Rolls Crab Rangoons Quiche Nine Layer Dip and Corn Chips Spinach and Crab Dip with Bagel Chips Fried Mushrooms Gourmet Pizza Squares Cold Hors D'oeuvres: (for fifteen or more) Assorted Vegetables and Dip Seasonal Fresh Fruit Tray with Strawberry Yogurt Dip Ham and Boursin Cheese on Rye Points Deluxe Cheese and Cracker Tray Crab and Spinach Dip on Crackers Deviled Eggs Prices for Hot and Cold Hors D'oeuvres Prices are to precede a dinner, not to replace dinner. (If you wish for a "finger food" buffet, please add $1.00 to the prices below.)
Back to the top SNACKS Party Mix $7.00 per pound Potato Chips and Dip $7.00 per pound Tortilla Chips and Salsa $7.00 per pound The above prices are subject to 6% Michigan sales tax and a 15% service charge Back to the top DINNER SUGGESTIONS Entrees Select one or up to three from the list below. An item count of each food item will be necessary when calling in your menu count totals two weeks prior your event. All Dinners are served with an appropriate starch and our large house salad of: fresh tossed greens, diced provolone, diced pepperoni, croutons and red onion with choice of dressing, and a multi-grain roll and butter. Beverage service is included (milk, juice, alcoholic beverages are additional).
Back to the top DESSERT SUGGESTIONS Add dessert to your dinner entree selection Chocolate “Lovin’ Spoonful” Cake $4.99 Six Way Chocolate Mousse Pie $4.99 Key Lime Pie $3.99 Gourmet Turtle Cheesecake $4.99 Cheesecake with Strawberries $4.29 Clara's Colossal Carrot Cake $4.99 The above prices are subject to 6% Michigan sales tax and a 15% service charge
DINNER BUFFET SUGGESTIONS Not Available Sunday Before 5pm Gourmet Dinner Buffet $21.99 per person Create your own buffet by choosing from the selection below. There is a required minimum of 30 guests. All buffets include multi-grain rolls and butter, a dessert selection from below, and beverage service. Salads (choose two) Tossed Salad with choice of dressing Caesar Salad Spinach Salad with Exquisite Paris Dressing Fresh Fruit Medley Entrees (choose two)
Accompaniments (choose one) Fettucinne Alfredo Vegetable Stir Fry Quiche Lorraine Pasta Primavera
Dessert Selections (choose one) Layer Cake Key Lime Pie Mini Chocolate Eclairs Cheesecake with Strawberries The
above prices are subject to 6% Michigan sales tax and a 15% service
charge
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