Menus Built Around You

Every menu is custom crafted in conversation with our chef to reflect your tastes, your occasion, and the season.

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SERVICE STYLES

How We Serve

SERVICE STYLE

Plated

  • Individually Plated Presentation – Composed and served restaurant-style, each dish is a chef-curated experience with precise timing and attention to detail.
  • Refined Table side Hospitality – Professional service staff provide a seamless dining while providing polished, attentive guest care throughout the evening.
  • Elevated, Ingredient-Driven Cuisine – Premium selections such as filet mignon aux truffle, diver scallops, and Ora King salmon crudo highlight seasonal produce, global technique, and thoughtful flavor composition.
  • Structured Yet Flexible Dining Experience – Clearly defined course progression (bread service, salad, first course, entrée) creates a formal dining atmosphere while allowing hosts to customize selections to reflect their vision.
Ideal for: Black-tie celebrations, weddings, milestone events
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SERVICE STYLE

Buffet

  • Elevated Buffet Presentation – Thoughtfully styled buffet displays feature abundant, chef-composed selections arranged with intention, creating a visually striking and inviting focal point for the dining experience.
  • Attended & Maintained Service – Professional staff manage the buffet throughout service, ensuring continuous replenishment, cleanliness, and smooth guest flow.
  • Structured Variety with Guest Choice – Curated selections of salad, sides, and proteins allow guests to personalize their plates while maintaining a cohesive, ingredient-driven menu.
Ideal for: Social gatherings, celebrations, corporate dinners
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SERVICE STYLE

Passed Hors d'oeuvres and Stationed Apps

  • Refined, Chef-Driven Presentation – Elevated ingredients and thoughtful composition are showcased through artful plating, delicate garnishes, and interactive elements
  • Continuous Passed Service – Attentive staff circulate curated hors d’oeuvres throughout the event, ensuring a seamless flow, consistent replenishment, and a dynamic guest experience.
  • Interactive Station Displays – Beautifully styled appetizer stations encourage guest engagement, featuring abundant, layered presentations that feel both luxurious and inviting.
Ideal for: Black-tie celebrations, weddings, milestone events
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SERVICE STYLE

Late Night Snack Experience

  • Revives the Party – Keeps energy high and guests on the dance floor longer.
  • Interactive & Memorable – Customizable options add a fun, social element to the experience.
  • Comfort-Forward Favorites – Familiar flavors served with intention and quality.
  • Flexible Timing – Seamlessly introduced as the evening transitions into late-night celebration.
  • Perfect Finale – A thoughtful closing touch guests truly remember.
Ideal for: After-party moments, dance-floor breaks, and celebrations that extend well into the evening
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Questions & Answers

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Which venues does Coastal Reserve cater to?

Coastal Reserve caters exclusively to Grant Collection venues: Ivy House, Port 393, Emerson Lounge, Belvedere Estate, and Heritage Social.

Do you provide staff and bar service?

Yes. Coastal Reserve provides full-service catering including a professional service team for your event. Bar service is provided through the Grant Collection venue.

Can you accommodate dietary restrictions?

Yes. Coastal Reserve accommodates vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and allergy-friendly dietary needs at no extra charge.

What does the booking process look like?

The Coastal Reserve booking process has five steps:
1. Inquiry: Share your event details
2. Proposal: Receive a custom menu and service plan
3. Planning: Finalize menu, service style, rentals, and logistics
4. Final Details: Confirm guest counts, dietary needs, and timing
5. Event Day: The team delivers the full dining experience

How does pricing work?

Coastal Reserve pricing is customized per event and depends on menu selections, service style, guest count, staffing, and rental needs. Starting prices are $48 per person for plated service and $50 per person for buffet service. A full proposal is provided after inquiry.

How do I book with Coastal Reserve?

To book Coastal Reserve, submit a $1,000 deposit and a signed catering agreement. The team will follow up within 48 hours of your inquiry with next steps.

Does Coastal Reserve cater events outside of Grant Collection venues?

No. Coastal Reserve caters exclusively to Grant Collection venues: Ivy House, Port 393, Emerson Lounge, Belvedere Estate, and Heritage Social. Events at other locations are not currently supported.