MOMENTS TO REMEMBER. FOREVER.
EVENTS AT LAUREL OAK COUNTRY CLUB
A private paradise tucked away on the outskirts of Sarasota, Laurel Oak Country Club has built itself to be the premier venue for everything from wedding receptions to corporate meetings to private luncheons. Whether you’re looking to host 50 Guests or 250 Guests, our recently remodeled, contemporary clubhouse, overlooking our luscious green golf course, is home to an array of beautiful indoor and outdoor spaces perfect for your next event.
Here at Laurel Oak, our Team is dedicated to providing an elegant and detailed level of event planning and menu design, tailored to accommodate every aspect of your event needs.
GUARANTEES
Final Guest count and menu selections will be due to your Private Events Associate seven (7) days prior to your event . This Guest count will be considered your final guarantee and is not subject to reduction. You are able to increase your Guest count up to three (3) days prior to your event date but no reductions will apply. All final counts are due three (3) days prior to the event. If your actual Guest count exceeds this number, additional charges will be incurred. All events are subject to a minimum of 50 Guests.
PRICING + ROOM RENTAL FEES
Room rental fees are subject to the date and time of your event. A 22% taxable service charge and applicable state sales tax will be added to your event. This includes but is not limited to food and beverage, room rental and any additional fees. Room rental fees include your allotted event time with an additional hour before and after the event for setup and break down. Any additional hours will require an additional fee. Extensive setup, breakdown and layout needs will be subject to a set up and break down fee.
FOOD + BEVERAGE MINIMUM
A food and beverage minimum requirement will be applied to your event based on your event date and time. This minimum will be set by your Private Events Associate and outlined in your contract. The minimum is encompassing of your total event order and is inclusive of service charge, sales tax, room rental and additional banquet fees.
PAYMENT + DEPOSIT
A deposit of $500 is required to secure the date and space for all events booked at Laurel Oak Country Club. This deposit will be applied towards the total bill of your event. If there is a situation where the event is canceled, this deposit is non-refundable. 100% of your event total must be paid by the date of your event in the form of a check. A convenience fee of 3% will be applied to all credit card payments.
OTHER INFORMATION
All menu items and pricing are per person and subject to change. All outside vendors, whether arranged by the club or the client, will be the sole responsibility of the client. Seated banquet capacity is based on Guest layout and table set up needs. The additions of a dance floor, stage, screens, etc. will decrease the seated maximum capacity.
TRADITIONAL CONTINENTAL BUFFET
23 PER PERSON
Includes assorted fruit juices, freshly brewed coffee, iced tea, hot teas
French toast
Fresh Seasonal Fruit and Yogurt Parfait Bar GF
Vanilla Greek yogurt, fresh fruit, granola
Scrambled Eggs GF
Assorted Pastries
Danishes, muffins and scones with butter and bagels
GRAB N’ GO BREAKFAST
25 PER PERSON
Includes freshly brewed coffee, iced and hot teas and assorted soft drinks
Assorted Pastries and Bagels
Bacon, Sausage, Egg and Cheese Croissant Sandwiches
Fresh Seasonal Fruit and Yogurt Parfait Bar GF
Vanilla Greek yogurt, fresh fruit and granola
Breakfast Potatoes or Crispy Hashbrowns GF
Bacon and Sausage GF
MAKE ANY BREAKFAST OR BRUNCH A CHAMPAGNE AFFAIR!
16 PER PERSON
Includes a full mimosa bar with assorted fruit juices, fresh fruit and champagne
Consuming raw or undercooked meat, eggs, poultry or seafood increases your risk of contracting a foodborne illness, especially for individuals with medical conditions or allergies. Please make your coordinator aware of any medical concerns or food allergies.
BEE RIDGE BUFFET
26 PER PERSON
Includes orange juice, freshly brewed coffee, iced and hot teas
Fresh Seasonal Fruit and Yogurt Parfait Bar GF
Vanilla Greek yogurt, fresh fruit and granola
Pastries, Muffins and Bagels
entrées
select two
Home-Style Scrambled Eggs GF
French Toast
Fruit compote, whipped cream and warm maple syrup
Traditional Eggs Benedict GFA
Poached egg, Canadian bacon, English muffin, hollandaise sauce
Buttermilk Pancakes
Warm maple syrup
sides select two
Crisp Applewood-Smoked Bacon GF
Country Link Sausage GF
Breakfast Potatoes GF
Crispy Hashbrowns GF
SARASOTA BRUNCH BUFFET
30 PER PERSON
Includes orange juice, freshly brewed coffee, iced and hot teas
Fresh Seasonal Fruit and Yogurt Parfait Bar GF
Vanilla Greek yogurt, fresh fruit and granola
Assorted Pastries
Danishes, bagels, muffins and scones with fruit preserves and butter
breakfast entrées select two
Home-Style Scrambled Eggs GF
French Toast
Fruit compote, whipped cream and warm maple syrup
Traditional Eggs Benedict GFA
Poached egg, Canadian bacon, English muffin, hollandaise sauce
Buttermilk Pancakes
Warm maple syrup
lunch entrées select one
Chef-Selected Sandwich
Classic Caesar or Laurel Oak Salad GFA
sides
select two
Crisp Applewood-Smoked Bacon GF
Country Link Sausage GF
Breakfast Potatoes GF
Crispy Hashbrowns GF
Consuming raw or undercooked meat, eggs, poultry or seafood increases your risk of contracting a foodborne illness, especially for individuals with medical conditions or allergies. Please make your coordinator aware of any medical concerns or food allergies.
includes rolls and butter, choice of dessert, coffee and iced tea pricing is per person
PLATED ENTRÉE SALADS
Miso Chicken Salad GFA 32
Grilled chicken breast served over soba noodle salad with napa cabbage, peppers, onions and wontons, served with a rice wine vinaigrette
Mango Shrimp Salad GF 32
Poached shrimp, fresh mangoes, Bermuda onions, scallions, roasted macadamia nuts, peppadew peppers and mixed greens, served with a lemon-poppy seed dressing
Tarpon Springs Greek Salad GF 32
Romaine and iceberg lettuce topped with Greek potato salad, feta cheese, banana peppers, Kalamata olives, tomatoes, cucumbers and onions, served with grilled pita and Laurel Oak dressing
Salmon Mediterranean Salad GF 32
Mixed greens topped with grilled salmon, artichokes, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, chickpeas and Kalamata olives, served with tzatziki and balsamic vinaigrette
Seared Tuna Salad GFA 32
Napa cabbage and arugula topped with seared bluefin tuna, wakame, carrots, scallions, fresh avocado and wontons, served with an orange-ginger dressing
Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad GF 32
Brussels sprouts, butter lettuce, Granny Smith apples, roasted sweet potatoes, spiced pecans, goat cheese and dried cranberries, served with a sherry vinaigrette
PLATED DESSERTS
select one for all Guests
Limoncello Cake | Red Velvet Cake | Apple Pie
Key Lime Pie | Flourless Chocolate Torte | Chocolate Cake
Cheesecake with Strawberry Sauce | Carrot Cake
PLATED ENTRÉES
Citrus Chicken GF 36
Seared chicken breast topped with citrus beurre blanc, serve with basmati rice and your choice of vegetables
Tuscan Chicken GF 36
Seared chicken breast with prosciutto, mushrooms, provolone cheese and demi-glace, served with basmati rice and your choice of vegetables
Miso-Glazed Salmon GF 38
Topped with kale, roasted mushrooms and an orange-miso beurre blanc, served with basmati rice and your choice of vegetables
Roasted Pompano GF 38
Topped with an avocado-crawfish relish and lime beurre blanc, served with basmati rice and your choice of vegetables
Southern Pork Loin GF 38
Sliced pork topped with a bourbon-peppercorn demi-glace, served with fingerling potatoes and your choice of vegetables
Sliced Flank GF 39
Grilled and sliced skirt steak, served with chimichurri, fingerling potatoes and choice of vegetables
New York Strip GF 40
Grilled 12 oz. New York strip, served with fingerling potatoes, bacon jam and your choice of vegetables
Wild Mushroom Risotto GF 32
Creamy arborio rice finished with roasted wild mushrooms, truffle essence, crispy herbs and micro greens
Thai Coconut Curry GF 32
With seasonal vegetables, tofu, jasmine rice, fresh herbs, and red coconut curry
Butternut Squash Ravioli 32
Vegan ravioli with sage brown butter and toasted pumpkin seeds
Consuming raw or undercooked meat, eggs, poultry or seafood increases your risk of contracting a foodborne illness, especially for individuals with medical conditions or allergies. Please make your coordinator aware of any medical concerns or food allergies.
Includes assorted cookies and brownies, freshly brewed coffee and iced tea
BEE RIDGE PICNIC
30 PER PERSON
HOT OFF THE GRILL GF
Laurel Oak steak burgers, Hebrew National hot dogs and smoked St. Louis pork ribs
CHEESES GF America, Swiss and cheddar
TOPPINGS GF
Tomatoes, onions, lettuce, dill pickles, mustard, mayonnaise, ketchup and relish SIDES GF
Coleslaw, potato salad, house-made potato chips, corn on the cob and fresh seasonal fruit
MEDITERRANEAN BAR
GF
26 PER PERSON
Includes rolls with butter, steamed white rice, grilled chicken and shrimp, Mediterranean relish, garlic beurre fondue, and an Greek olive mix, artichokes, pepperoncini and garnishes
FAJITA BAR
GFA
28 PER PERSON
Includes corn and flour tortillas, grilled chicken and shrimp, Mexican rice, fajita onions and peppers, chips, salsa, guacamole, sour cream, pico de gallo, shredded cheese and jalapeños an assortment of toppings and garnishes
DELI SANDWICH BOARD
26 PER PERSON
Includes an array of breads, proteins, cheeses, toppings and sides: BREADS GFA
White, whole wheat and rye
PROTEINS GF
Roasted turkey, smoked ham, roast beef and chicken salad
CHEESES GF
American, Swiss and cheddar
TOPPINGS GF
Tomatoes, onions, lettuce, dill pickles, mustard and mayonnaise
SIDES GF
Coleslaw, potato salad and house-made potato chips
SOUP
+ SALAD BAR GFA
26 PER PERSON
Includes rolls with butter, assorted lettuce, toppings and choice of soup
FRESH LETTUCE GF
Iceberg and romaine lettuce
PROTEINS GF
Grilled chicken and shrimp
DRESSINGS GF
Balsamic vinaigrette and ranch
SOUP GFA (select one)
Tomato basil, minstrone or lentil sausage
Consuming raw or undercooked meat, eggs, poultry or seafood increases your risk of contracting a foodborne illness, especially for individuals with medical conditions or allergies. Please make your coordinator aware of any medical concerns or food allergies.
priced per 50 pieces | minimum of 50 pieces per item required
HOT HORS D’OEUVRES
Raspberry + Brie Purse 150 Preserves, brie, puff pastry
Maryland-Style Crab Cakes GFA 200 Old Bay red pepper aioli
Stuffed Mushroom Caps GF 150 Spinach, boursin cheese
Vegetable Spring Rolls 150 Thai chili sauce
Spanakopita 100 spinach, feta cheese, phyllo dough
Lamb Lolly Chops GF 250 Pincho sauce
Bacon-Wrapped Scallops 225 Vermont maple syrup, sesame seeds
Pork Pot Stickers 150 Thai chili sauce
Chicken Lemongrass Dumpling 160 soy-ginger dipping sauce
BBQ Pulled Pork, Crispy Chicken with Pickle or Beef Sliders GFA 150 American cheese
Marinara, Swedish or BBQ Meatballs GF 150
Chicken Skewers GF 150 Chili-lime sauce
COLD HORS D’OEUVRES
Boursin Cheese GFA 150 Fig, prosciutto, arugula and honey on crostini
Traditional Bruschetta GFA 150 Plum tomatoes, garlic, fresh basil, olive oil
Garden Bruschetta GFA 150 Assorted vegetables, garlic, fresh basil, olive oil
Tuscan Tomato Skewers GF 200 Mozzarella, fresh basil
Caesar Salad Cups GFA 200 Chopped romaine lettuce, Parmesan, creamy Caesar dressing
Mini Sandwiches GFA 200
Assortment of chicken salad, tuna salad and cucumber
Ahi Poke Cups GFA 250 Ahi tuna, sesame seeds
Coconut Shrimp 180 With orange marmalade
Mini Shrimp Cocktail Martinis GF 180
COCKTAIL RECEPTION DISPLAYS
Fresh Seasonal Fruit GF 7
Assorted fruit display
Crudités GFA 7
Assortment of farm fresh vegetables, dips and dressings
Charcuterie Board GFA Market Price
Assorted cheeses, meats, nuts, olives and pickled vegetables
Raw Bar GF Market Price
Chef-selected seasonal assortment
Consuming raw or undercooked meat, eggs, poultry or seafood increases your risk of contracting a foodborne illness, especially for individuals with medical conditions or allergies. Please make your coordinator aware of any medical concerns or food allergies.
PLATED ENTRÉES
includes house or Caesar side salad, rolls and butter, choice of one starch, one vegetable and one dessert with freshly brewed coffee and iced tea | pricing is per person
CHICKEN
Chicken Marsala or Piccata GFA 50
Chicken breast topped with roasted mushrooms and a Marsala wine demi-glace, served with basmati rice
Florida Citrus Chicken GFA 50
Seared chicken breast topped with citrus beurre blanc
Mediterranean Chicken Breast GFA 50
Olives, sun-dried tomatoes, feta and lemon beurre blanc
BEEF
12 oz Prime Rib GF 65
Horseradish cream and rosemary au jus
8 oz Filet Mignon GF 65
Topped with Madeira demi-glace
ENTRÉE DUOS
Chicken and Fish GF 60
choice of chicken breast and salmon
Chicken and Beef GF 65
choice of chicken breast and 6oz filet
Beef and Fish GF 70
6oz filet and salmon
Beef and Fish GF Market Price
6oz filet or Manhattan filet and jumbo shrimp or sea scallops
SEAFOOD
Blackened Grouper GF 55
Citrus fennel tomato butter
Miso-Glazed Salmon GF 55
Orange-miso beurre blanc and baby kale rocket salad
Sesame-Seared Ahi Tuna 55
With a tomato, avocado, and mango relish
*prepared rare
VEGETARIAN
Spinach and Mozzarella Ravioli 35
Sautéed spinach, roasted tomatoes and toasted pine nuts
Grilled Portobello Stack 30
Yellow Squash, roasted red pepper, garlic, sautéed spinach, zucchini, and boursin cream sauce
starches (select one)
Boursin Mashed Potatoes GF | Roasted Fingerling Potatoes GF
Saffron Basmati Rice GF | Orzo with Herbs & Parmesan GF
vegetables (select one)
Asparagus GF | French Green Beans GF
Roasted Baby Carrots GF | Broccolini | Caulilini GF
PLATED DESSERTS
select one for all Guests
Limoncello Cake | Red Velvet Cake | Apple Pie | Key Lime Pie | Flourless Chocolate Torte
Cheesecake with Strawberry Sauce | Chocolate Cake | Carrot Cake
Consuming raw or undercooked meat, eggs, poultry or seafood increases your risk of contracting a foodborne illness, especially for individuals with medical conditions or allergies. Please make your coordinator aware of any medical concerns or food allergies.
STANDARD BUFFET
50 PER PERSON includes one salad, two proteins, two sides and one dessert
LAUREL OAK DINNER
SALADS
Chopped Salad GF | Classic Caesar GFA | House Salad GF ENTRÉES
Citrus Chicken Breast GFA
Boneless Short Ribs with Gravy GFA
Macaroni & Cheese SIDES
Mashed Potatoes GF | Broccolini & Carrots GF | French Green Beans GF DESSERTS
Key Lime Pie | Chocolate Mousse Parfait
TASTE OF ITALY
SALADS
Italian Salad GFA | Caprese Salad ENTRÉES
Chicken Picatta with Lemon-Caper Sauce GFA
Herb-Crusted Branzino with Sun-Dried Tomato Butter GFA
Lasagna Bolognese SIDES
Rosemary & Thyme-Roasted Fingerling Potatoes GF
Saffron Rice Pilaf GF | Broccolini & Carrots GF DESSERTS
Chocolate Chip Cannolis | Tiramisu
PREMIUM BUFFET
60 PER PERSON includes two salads, three proteins, two sides and two desserts
PACIFIC RIM
SALADS
Ginger Salad GFA | Tuna Wakame Salad GFA | House Salad GFA ENTRÉES
General Tso’s Chicken Mongolian Beef GF
Miso-Glazed Salmon GF SIDES
Jasmine Rice GF | Stir-Fried Vegetables GF | Vegetable Spring Rolls
DESSERTS
Caramelized Rice Pudding | Five-Spice Chocolate Torte
MEXICAN FIESTA SALADS
Southwest Chopped Salad GFA | Mexican Cucumber-Tomato Salad GF ENTRÉES
Chicken & Cheese Enchiladas GFA
Marinated Carne Asada GF
Snapper Veracruz GF SIDES
Mexican Rice GF | Grilled Street Corn | Fajita Vegetables GFA
Charro Beans GF | Chips & Salsa GF | Corn or Flour Tortillas
DESSERTS
Churros with Chocolate Sauce | Tres Leches Cake
Consuming raw or undercooked meat, eggs, poultry or seafood increases your risk of contracting a foodborne illness, especially for individuals with medical conditions or allergies. Please make your coordinator aware of any medical concerns or food allergies.
CHEF’S TABLES
*
$175 Chef-Attendant Fee
Roasted Beef Tenderloin GF
36 Per Person, Solo | 20 Add On Madeira demi-glace, horseradish cream sauce, mini brioche buns
Free Range Turkey Breast GFA
16 Per Person, Solo | 10 Add On Giblet gravy, cranberry sauce, mini brioche buns
Roasted Beef Prime Rib GFA
$42 Per Person, Solo | 25 Add On Au jus, horseradish cream sauce, mini brioche buns
Whole-Roasted Pork Loin GFA
28 Per Person, Solo | 20 Add On Bourbon peppercorn demi-glace, bacon jam, mini brioche buns
SALAD UPGRADES
House Salad GF
No additional charge
Artisan greens, tomatoes, cucumbers and carrots, served with balsamic vinaigrette
Classic Caesar GFA
No additional charge
Fresh romaine, croutons and Parmesan cheese, served with a creamy Caesar dressing
Baby Spinach Salad GF 5
Topped with Strawberries, cucumbers, crispy bacon, pine nuts, goat cheese and tomatoes, served with a poppyseed vinaigrette
Poached Pear Salad GFA 5
Ruby port poached pears, mixed greens, candied walnuts and Gorgonzola cheese, served with hibiscus vinaigrette
Caprese Salad GF 5
Buffalo mozzarella, Roma tomatoes, baby arugula, fresh basil, aged balsamic vinegar and extra virgin olive oil
Italian Salad GFA 5
Mixed greens topped with shaved fennel, provolone cheese, red onion, cucumber, mozzarella, black olives, pepperoncini, chickpeas and a white balsamic viniagrette
Chopped Salad GFA 5
Butter lettuce topped with corn, crispy bacon, blue cheese crumbles, tomatoes and onions, served with balsamic vinaigrette
Ginger Salad GFA 5
Butter lettuce topped with carrots, red peppers, pickled red cabbage, mandarin orange, roasted peanuts, edamame, cucumbers, and fried wontons, served with an orange-ginger dressing
Southwest Chopped Salad GFA 5
Iceberg lettuce, pico de gallo, crispy bacon, corn, black beans, salsa, scallions, avocado, crunchy corn tortilla chips and cheddar jack cheese, served with avocado ranch dressing or chile lime vinaigrette
DESSERT TABLES
Deluxe Ice Cream Sundae Bar 12
Choice of two flavors:vanilla ice cream, chocolate, strawberry, or seasonal sorbet with hot fudge, caramel sauce, sprinkles and cookie pieces
Cookie & Brownie Bar 8
Assorted freshly baked cookies, blondies, fudge brownies and lemon bars
*Chef’s Tables are not available separately and must be ordered for the guaranteed number of Guests. Prices are per person and based on one-hour presentation and will be pro-rated for additional time.
Consuming raw or undercooked meat, eggs, poultry or seafood increases your risk of contracting a foodborne illness, especially for individuals with medical conditions or allergies. Please make your coordinator aware of any medical concerns or food allergies.
BEER
7 import | 7 domestic
Budweiser | Bud Light | Michelob Ultra | Heineken | Corona | Miller Lite
WHITE WINE
10 glass
Chardonnay | Pinot Grigio | Sauvignon Blanc
RED WINE
10 glass
Pinot Noir | Merlot | Cabernet Sauvignon
Upon request, the club may add special wines to the bar for your event. Some selections may be subject to additional pricing. Bottles available for purchase by the bottle only. If you desire wine pairings the club would be happy to assist. You may choose to bring your own champagne to toast, corkage fee of $15 per bottle will apply.
HOUSE LIQUOR
12 cocktail
Svedka Vodka | Gordon’s Gin | Bacardi Rum | Dewar’s Scotch Canadian Club | Corazon Tequila
CALL LIQUOR
14 cocktail
Tito’s Vodka | Bombay Gin | Captain Morgan | Johnnie Walker Red Label | Jack Daniel’s
Crown Royal | Jose Cuervo Tequila
PREMIUM LIQUOR
16 cocktail
Ketel One Vodka | Tanqueray Gin | Mount Gay Rum | Johnnie Walker Black Label
Maker’s Mark Whisky | Jameson Irish Whiskey | Casamigos Tequila
Upon request, the club may add any Super Premium Liquor brands to the bar for your event.
SODA + BOTTLED WATER
3 each
Open or Cash Bar is billed by consumption. Pricing is subject to tax and service charge. Bartender Fee of $75 for every 50 Guests will be added. Laurel Oak Country Club is the only licensed authority to sell and serve alcoholic beverages for consumption on the premises. All bars will be hosted by Laurel Oak’s service Team to ensure compliance with Florida’s Responsible Vendor Act.
BEER + WINE
1 HOUR: 20 PER PERSON | EVERY ADDITIONAL HOUR: 10 PER PERSON
HOUSE LIQUOR
1 HOUR: 24 PER PERSON | EVERY ADDITIONAL HOUR: 12 PER PERSON
CALL LIQUOR
1 HOUR: 28 PER PERSON | EVERY ADDITIONAL HOUR: 14 PER PERSON
PREMIUM LIQUOR
1 HOUR: 32 PER PERSON | EVERY ADDITIONAL HOUR: 16 PER PERSON
Upon request, the club may add Super Premium Liquor brands to the bar for your event. All packages include beer, wine, soda and bottled water.