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BEST WESTERN - HOLIDAY LODGE Best Western Holiday Lodge 2023 7th Avenue North, Clear Lake, IA 50428 bwweddingandeventspace.com | 641.357.5253


GUIDE TO SERVICES BEST WESTERN HOLIDAY LODGE Conveniently located at the intersection of I-35 and Highway 18 (Exit 194), guests at the BEST WESTERN Holiday Lodge have easy access to the area’s most popular attractions. Outdoor lovers are just one mile from Clear Lake, offering fishing, boating, jet skiing and tours aboard the two-tiered Lady of the Lake cruise ship. The surrounding area also offers ample opportunities for hiking, biking and golf. This Clear Lake hotel is within walking distance of downtown Main Street’s dining, shopping, antiquing and more. Take in a concert at the legendary Surf Ballroom, the site of Buddy Holly’s Ritchie Valen’s and The Big Bopper final performance – also just a few miles from the site of the musician’s fatal plane crash. Midway between Des Moines, IA and Minneapolis, MN, the BEST WESTERN Holiday Lodge is an ideal choice for business travelers who appreciate the hotel’s close proximity to businesses such as Stellar®, Titan Pro, CL Telephone, wind farms, McKesson and the Winnebago factory in Forest City, IA. This Clear Lake hotel is also a popular event space in Clear Lake, offering nearly 6,000 square feet of flexible meeting and banquet rooms perfect for weddings and conventions. Located just a mile from the Mason City Municipal Airport, the hotel offers a courtesy shuttle. The only full-service hotel in Clear Lake, the BEST WESTERN Holiday Lodge. Our guests are invited to enjoy our exercise room, heated indoor pool, and on-site restaurant, Bennigan’s®.

CONTENTS Guide to Services..............................................................................2 Audio Visual Equipment Rental...................................................3 Decorations and Floor Plan.......................................................... 4 Breakfast Selections - Plated & Buffet......................................5 Break Selections................................................................................6 Beverage Selections.........................................................................7 Lunch Buffets.....................................................................................8 Plated Sandwiches...........................................................................9 Plated Lunch.....................................................................................10 Plated Dinner................................................................................11-12 Custom Buffet.................................................................................. 13 Themed Buffet................................................................................. 14 Hors d’oeuvres................................................................................. 15 Dip Selections................................................................................... 16 Sweet Treats...................................................................................... 17 Bar Service........................................................................................ 18

AT A GLANCE Number of Floors: 7 Number of Guest Rooms: 136 Number of Conference Rooms: 9 Standard Amenities: 24 Hour Business Center | Fitness Center | Complimentary Parking | Heated Indoor Swimming Pool | Onsite Guest Laundry | Bennigan’s Restaurant on-site! Check - In ............................................................................. 3:00 pm Check-Out.............................................................................11:00 am Bennigan’s Restaurant on-site!

Best Western Holiday Lodge 2023 7th Avenue North | Clear Lake, IA 50428 | 641-357-5253 Prices are subject to 20% service charge and applicable sales tax. Prices are subject to change without notification. Each Best Western branded hotel is independently owned and operated. Final quantity order is due to our Sales Office 7 business days prior to function. 09/23/2026

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AUDIO/VISUAL RENTALS VIDEO & PROJECTOR

MEETING ACCESSORIES

Priced per piece, per day.

Priced per piece, per day.

37" COLOR TV & DVD PLAYER....................... 35.00

FLIPCHART WITH PAD & MARKERS..............50.00

LCD PROJECTOR............................................... 75.00

POSTER EASEL (A-FRAME)..............................10.00

PORTABLE TRIPOD SCREEN...........................50.00

EXTENSION CORD OR POWER STRIP............10.00

84 X 90" SCREEN (OPAL ROOM)....................10.00

AUDIOVISUAL CART WITH POWER STRIP.........................................20.00

144 X 108" SCREEN (DIAMOND BALLROOM)...................................10.00 48 X 60" SCREEN (SAPPHIRE & VERANDA)..................................10.00

SOUND EQUIPMENT

Priced per piece, per day.

HANDHELD MICROPHONE.............................. 25.00 WIRELESS LAVALIERE MICROPHONE.......... 25.00

DELIVERY & PICK UP Delivery & Pick-up Fee / $5.00 per box To ensure proper receipt of your packages please address them in care of your Hotel representative and note your name, group name and event date. The Hotel can provide limited assistance in placing pick-up orders for packages. We ask that you prepare packages to include company account information and that you schedule and authorize pick-up.

FREE STANDING PODIUM................................ 25.00

Best Western Holiday Lodge 2023 7th Avenue North | Clear Lake, IA 50428 | 641-357-5253 Prices are subject to 20% service charge and applicable sales tax. Prices are subject to change without notification. Each Best Western branded hotel is independently owned and operated. Final quantity order is due to our Sales Office 7 business days prior to function. 09/23/2026

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DECORATIONS & FLOORPLANS DECORATIONS

Priced per piece, per day.

SILVER CHARGERS............................................. 0.75 HURRICANE ON MIRROR TILE........................ 10.00

VERANDA

Includes white tapered flameless candle and holder.

CANDELABRA W/ FLAMELESS CANDLES... 10.00 RUBY

BLARNEY SAPPHIRE

TOPAZ

ADDED ELEGANCE

Priced per piece, per day.

D

M

SILVER MERCURY GLASS VOTIVE................... 0.50

EMERAL

RESTROO

OPAL

WHITE LIGHTS................................................... 10.00

OOM

D BALLR

DIAMON

DANCE FLOOR................................................ 200.00 BACKDROP.........................................................75.00 Lighted backgrounds behind head table.

WHITE CHAIR COVERS.................2.00 PER CHAIR Dimensions (L x W)

Square Footage

Theater

Classroom

U-Shape

Banquet

Rounds

Diamond Ballroom

48 x 72

3,456

600

250

75

400

250

Emerald

48 x 24

1,152

150

80

40

130

72

Topaz

48 x 24

1,152

150

80

40

130

72

Ruby

48 x 24

1,152

150

80

40

130

72

Opal

30 x 31.5

945

75

50

24

60

40

Sapphire

24 x 24

575

60

32

15

35

32

Blarney

35 x 14.5

500

30

20

16

40

32

Veranda

48 x 23

1,104

90

50

30

90

72

Meeting Room

Boardroom Suite

525 sq ft | Large Conference Table with 8 Chairs | Soft Seating Area | Large TV Screen Refrigerator and Microwave | Private Restroom

Best Western Holiday Lodge 2023 7th Avenue North | Clear Lake, IA 50428 | 641-357-5253 Prices are subject to 20% service charge and applicable sales tax. Prices are subject to change without notification. Each Best Western branded hotel is independently owned and operated. Final quantity order is due to our Sales Office 7 business days prior to function. 09/23/2026

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BREAKFAST SELECTIONS All breakfast selections are served with regular coffee, water, and juices. Priced per guest.

PLATED BREAKFAST

BREAKFAST BUFFETS

THE HEARTLAND................................................ 13.00

CLASSIC BREAKFAST........................................ 13.00

Two farm fresh scrambled eggs and a generous helping of breakfast potatoes. Served with a variety of muffins.

Scrambled eggs, crispy breakfast potatoes, assorted muffins.

Select One: Sausage | Bacon

Select One: Sausage | Bacon

BREAKFAST CROISSANT.................................. 13.00

SUNRISE MORNING............................................16.00

A flakey butter croissant piled high with shaved ham, egg, and cheddar cheese. Served with crispy breakfast potatoes.

Select one item from each section:

CONTINENTAL PACKAGES

Select One: Country Sausage Patties | Country Sausage Links | Crispy Bacon | Turkey Sausage

CLASSIC CONTINENTAL....................................11.00 Fresh muffins, breakfast pastries, bagels with cream cheese and sliced fruit.

HEALTHY CONTINENTAL................................. 13.00 Fresh muffins, breakfast pastries, bagels with cream cheese, granola bars, assorted yogurt, and sliced fruit.

Select One: Scrambled Eggs | Scrambled Eggs with Cheese | Scrambled Eggs with Onions & Peppers

Select One: Crispy Breakfast Potatoes | Hash Brown Casserole | Chilled Fresh Fruit Salad Select One: French Toast | Biscuits and Gravy

Best Western Holiday Lodge 2023 7th Avenue North | Clear Lake, IA 50428 | 641-357-5253 Prices are subject to 20% service charge and applicable sales tax. Prices are subject to change without notification. Each Best Western branded hotel is independently owned and operated. Final quantity order is due to our Sales Office 7 business days prior to function. 09/23/2026

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BREAK SELECTIONS Served for 1 hour. Priced per person.

BREAKS

BREAKFAST PASTRIES....................................20.00

CHOCOHOLIC BREAK.........................................11.00 Chocolate dipped pretzels, cookies, brownies, assorted candy bars. Served with assorted soft drinks.

HEALTH NUT....................................................... 12.00 Granola bars, seasonal sliced fruit, assorted yogurts, pita chips and vegetables with hummus.

7TH INNING STRETCH........................................11.00

Choice of: Bagels & Cream Cheese | Cinnamon Rolls | Danish | Donuts | Muffins

VEGETABLE CRUDITES...................................... 4.00 Served with ranch dip or hummus. Priced per person.

MIXED NUTS....................................................... 35.00 Priced per 25 people.

TORTILLA CHIPS AND SALSA......................... 35.00

Assorted bags of chips, mini candy bars, popcorn and assorted soft drinks.

Priced per 25 people.

FITNESS BREAK.................................................. 12.00

Priced per 25 people.

Seasonal sliced fruit, trail mix, with cheese and crackers and bottled water.

ICE CREAM SOCIAL............................................ 9.00 Vanilla ice cream pre scooped with assorted toppings and dessert sauces.

A LA CARTE BREAK ITEMS

CHEX MIX.............................................................19.00 TRAIL MIX........................................................... 55.00 Priced per 25 people.

PRETZELS............................................................19.00 Priced per 25 people.

GARDETTOS®.....................................................19.00

Priced per dozen unless otherwise noted.

Priced per 25 people.

YOGURTS...................................................3.00 EACH

CHEESE PIZZA.................................................... 15.99

WHOLE FRUIT...........................................2.00 EACH FRESH COOKIES OR BROWNIES....................16.00 ASSORTED GOURMET BARS........................... 25.00 SLICED FRESH FRUIT......................................... 4.00 Priced per person.

ONE TOPPING PIZZA......................................... 16.99 Choice of toppings: Sausage, pepperoni, Canadian bacon, beef, green peppers, bacon, mushrooms, onion, black olives, tomato, extra cheese.

TWO TOPPING PIZZA........................................ 17.99 Choice of toppings: Sausage, pepperoni, Canadian bacon, beef, green peppers, bacon, mushrooms, onion, black olives, tomato, extra cheese. Extra toppings available for $1.49 per extra topping.

Best Western Holiday Lodge 2023 7th Avenue North | Clear Lake, IA 50428 | 641-357-5253 Prices are subject to 20% service charge and applicable sales tax. Prices are subject to change without notification. Each Best Western branded hotel is independently owned and operated. Final quantity order is due to our Sales Office 7 business days prior to function. 09/23/2026

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BEVERAGE SELECTIONS Served for 1 hour. Priced per person.

A LA CARTE BEVERAGE ITEMS

Priced per gallon unless otherwise noted.

ICED TEA, LEMONADE OR FRUIT PUNCH.....19.00 REGULAR OR DECAF COFFEE.........................19.00 BOTTLED JUICES................................................. 3.00 Priced per bottle.

SOFT DRINKS....................................................... 3.00 Priced per can.

BOTTLED WATER................................................ 3.00 Priced per bottle.

REDBULL............................................................... 5.00 Priced per can.

Best Western Holiday Lodge 2023 7th Avenue North | Clear Lake, IA 50428 | 641-357-5253 Prices are subject to 20% service charge and applicable sales tax. Prices are subject to change without notification. Each Best Western branded hotel is independently owned and operated. Final quantity order is due to our Sales Office 7 business days prior to function. 09/23/2026

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LUNCH BUFFETS All lunch buffets come with a coffee, iced tea and lemonade station. Add Chef’s choice dessert for $3.00 per person.

LUNCH BARS

BUFFET SELECTIONS

SOUP, SALAD, & SANDWICH BAR.................. 18.00

ONE ENTRÉE BUFFET........................................19.00

Includes your choice of soup and choice of 2 salads, croissants, roast beef, turkey, ham, lettuce, sliced tomatoes, condiments and pickles.

Includes Chef’s choice of vegetable, fresh baked rolls and butter, your choice of 1 entrée, salad and a starch.

BAKED POTATO BAR.......................................20.00

Includes Chef’s choice of vegetable, fresh baked rolls and butter, your choice of 2 entrées, salad and 2 starch selections.

Baked potatoes with sour cream, chives, shredded cheese, broccoli, and bacon. Includes your choice of soup and choice of 2 salads.

TWO ENTRÉE BUFFET...................................... 22.00

ENTRÉE CHOICES

SOUP CHOICES (SELECT 1) Broccoli Cheddar | Vegetable Beef | Cream of Potato | Chicken Noodle

SALAD CHOICES (SELECT 2) Garden Salad | Caesar Salad | Potato Salad | Macaroni Salad | Pasta Salad

Classic Meatloaf | Beef Stroganoff | Baked Chicken | Pot Roast | Rosemary Pork Loin | Traditional or Vegetable Lasagna | Chicken Supreme | Mostaccioli with Meat Sauce

SALAD CHOICES Garden Salad | Caesar Salad | Potato Salad | Macaroni Salad | Pasta Salad

STARCH CHOICES Fingerling Potatoes | Wild Rice | Mac & Cheese | Garlic Mashed Potatoes with Gravy | Penne Pasta with Garlic Sauce

Best Western Holiday Lodge 2023 7th Avenue North | Clear Lake, IA 50428 | 641-357-5253 Prices are subject to 20% service charge and applicable sales tax. Prices are subject to change without notification. Each Best Western branded hotel is independently owned and operated. Final quantity order is due to our Sales Office 7 business days prior to function. 09/23/2026

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PLATED SANDWICHES All luncheon sandwiches include coffee, iced tea & lemonade station, potato chips or potato salad. Priced per guest. Final guaranteed number per selection(s) due 7 business days prior to event. Add Chef’s choice dessert for $3.00 per person.

CROISSANT CLUB.............................................. 13.00

TURKEY O’TOOLE ............................................ 15.00

Flakey butter croissant stuffed with ham, turkey, and Swiss. Topped with bacon, lettuce, and tomato.

Juicy turkey breast sliced thin, topped with melted Swiss cheese and our smoky honey Dijon dressing served hot on a pretzel roll served with potato chips.

VEGGIE WRAP.................................................... 15.00 Balsamic marinated portobella mushroom, grilled peppers, zucchini, and pesto goat cheese wrapped in a spinach tortilla.

BACON CHICKEN MELT..................................... 15.00 Tender grilled breast of chicken topped with sauteed onions and bacon with melted cheddar cheese on a white bun served with potato chips.

CHEESEBURGER.................................................16.00 A great American classic grilled burger topped with another classic: American cheese served with potato chips.

CHICKEN SALAD CROISSANT.......................... 13.00 Creamy chicken salad served on a flakey butter croissant.

BOXED LUNCH ON THE RUN BOXED LUNCH.................................................... 15.00 Variety of Chef’s deli sandwiches, bag of potato chips, fresh baked cookie, and bottle of water. Priced per guest.

Best Western Holiday Lodge 2023 7th Avenue North | Clear Lake, IA 50428 | 641-357-5253 Prices are subject to 20% service charge and applicable sales tax. Prices are subject to change without notification. Each Best Western branded hotel is independently owned and operated. Final quantity order is due to our Sales Office 7 business days prior to function. 09/23/2026

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PLATED LUNCH All plated lunches come with a coffee station served with iced tea and lemonade. Includes seasonal vegetable with choice of salad (Garden Salad or Caesar Salad) and dressing. Maximum of 2 plated lunches per group; final guaranteed number per selections due 7 business days prior to event. Add Chef’s choice dessert for $3.00 per person.

CHICKEN SUPREME............................................ 18.00

POT ROAST.......................................................... 17.00

Tender boneless chicken breast marinated in Italian herb blend, pan seared, and served with supreme sauce and oven roasted potatoes.

Slow cooked choice of beef, roasted carrots, red onions, red skin potatoes in a beef gravy served with garlic toast.

LONDON BROIL................................................. 22.00

Penne noodles in a white cream sauce with broccoli, carrots & cauliflower.

Slow roasted and thinly sliced marinated flank steak. Topped with chimichurri sauce.

ITALIAN HERB CRUSTED PORK CHOP........... 18.00 Hand breaded center cut pork loin pan-fried to a golden brown, served with a portabella asiago cream sauce, and oven roasted potatoes.

HOT BEEF SANDWICH...................................... 15.00 Slices of hot beef resting atop Texas toast and served with mashed potatoes and (brown) gravy.

BAKED SALMON................................................ 24.00 Fresh pan-seared Atlantic salmon resting atop our rice pilaf and served with lemon dill butter sauce.

CHICKEN CORDON BLEU................................. 25.00 Tender chicken breast stuffed with smoked ham and Swiss cheese. Then lightly breaded and topped with a creamy Mornay Sauce.

PASTA PRIMAVERA........................................... 15.00

PLATED SALADS GRILLED CHICKEN CAESAR SALAD...............14.00 Crisp romaine topped with grilled chicken, Parmesan cheese and garlic croutons. Served with freshly baked garlic bread and creamy Caesar dressing on the side.

CHEF’S SALAD .................................................. 15.00 Mixed greens, turkey, ham, hard-boiled egg, tomato, cucumber, cheese, and croutons. Served with ranch dressing and crackers.

COUNTRY FRIED CHICKEN SALAD.................14.00 Crisp fried chicken tenders placed over garden greens, diced eggs, shredded Colby, tomatoes, bacon and honey Dijon dressing.

Best Western Holiday Lodge 2023 7th Avenue North | Clear Lake, IA 50428 | 641-357-5253 Prices are subject to 20% service charge and applicable sales tax. Prices are subject to change without notification. Each Best Western branded hotel is independently owned and operated. Final quantity order is due to our Sales Office 7 business days prior to function. 09/23/2026

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PLATED DINNERS All dinners include regular coffee station and served iced tea & lemonade, preset rolls and butter, and choice of salad, vegetable, and starch. Priced per person. Max of 2 plated dinners per group; final guaranteed number per selection(s) due 7 business days prior to event.

ITALIAN HERB PORK CHOP............................ 26.00

FILET MIGNON..................................MARKET PRICE

Hand breaded center cut pork loin pan-fried to a golden brown and served with a whiskey asiago cream sauce.

A tender and juicy 8 oz. filet topped a herb butter.

CHICKEN CORDON BLEU................................. 28.00

12 oz. / 14 oz. Slow roasted prime rib with an herb rub served with creamy horseradish sauce and au jus.

A tender 6 oz. chicken breast stuffed with smoked ham and melted Swiss cheese. Then lightly breaded and topped with a creamy Mornay Sauce.

PRIME RIB OF BEEF.........................MARKET PRICE

CHICKEN FLORENTINE.................................... 26.00

SIDE SELECTIONS

Pan-seared marinated chicken breast topped with three cheeses, fresh spinach, roasted garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, béchamel sauce and mozzarella cheese.

Garden Salad | Caesar Salad

CHICKEN SUPREME........................................... 26.00 Boneless chicken breast finished with supreme sauce featuring finely chopped sautéed green peppers, red peppers, and onions.

SALMON WITH DILL.......................................... 32.00 8 oz. salmon filet roasted and topped with lemon and dill.

LONDON BROIL................................................. 34.00 Slow roasted and thinly sliced marinated flank steak. Topped with chimichurri sauce.

SALAD CHOICES (SELECT 1) STARCH CHOICES (SELECT 1) Garlic Mashed Potatoes | Roasted Red Potatoes | Au Gratin Potatoes | Mac & Cheese | Wild Rice Blend | Baked Potatoes

VEGETABLE CHOICES (SELECT 1) Oven Roasted Vegetables | Roasted Broccoli | Green Beans Almondine | Glazed Baby Carrots | Green Beans with Bacon & Onions *Any special dietary needs can be requested to your catering manager.

Best Western Holiday Lodge 2023 7th Avenue North | Clear Lake, IA 50428 | 641-357-5253 Prices are subject to 20% service charge and applicable sales tax. Prices are subject to change without notification. Each Best Western branded hotel is independently owned and operated. Final quantity order is due to our Sales Office 7 business days prior to function. 09/23/2026

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PLATED DINNERS All dinners include regular coffee station and served iced tea & lemonade, preset rolls and butter, and choice of salad, vegetable, and starch. Priced per person. Max of 2 plated dinners per group; final guaranteed number per selection(s) due 7 business days prior to event.

VEGETARIAN SELECTIONS PASTA PRIMAVERA.......................................... 24.00 Penne Pasta with a medley of vegetables tossed gently in a light cream sauce.

VEGETABLE SKEWERS ON WILD RICE........ 24.00 Skewers of peppers, tomatoes, onions, and mushrooms over wild rice.

CHILDREN'S SELECTIONS

Can be ordered with any served adult plated entrée. Maximum of one entrée option. Served to children ages 5-12.

BREADED CHICKEN TENDERS.........................10.00 MAC & CHEESE....................................................10.00 GRILLED CHICKEN BREAST.............................10.00

SWEET POTATO HASH..................................... 24.00 Roasted sweet potatoes seasoned with herbs and spices, cooked until tender with caramelized onions and peppers.

PORTABELLA & GRILLED VEGETABLES....... 24.00 Grilled portabella mushrooms and a colorful medley of seasonal vegetables, lightly seasoned and grilled until tender.

VEGETABLE LASAGNA.................................... 24.00 Layers of fresh egg noodles, a rich blend of cheeses, and a medley of vegetables.

SIDE SELECTIONS SALAD CHOICES (SELECT 1) Garden Salad | Caesar Salad

STARCH CHOICES (SELECT 1) Garlic Mashed Potatoes | Roasted Red Potatoes | Mac & Cheese | Wild Rice Blend | Baked Potato

VEGETABLE CHOICES (SELECT 1) Oven Roasted Vegetables | Roasted Broccoli | Green Beans Almondine | Glazed Baby Carrots | Green Beans with Bacon & Onions *Any special dietary needs can be requested to your catering manager.

Best Western Holiday Lodge 2023 7th Avenue North | Clear Lake, IA 50428 | 641-357-5253 Prices are subject to 20% service charge and applicable sales tax. Prices are subject to change without notification. Each Best Western branded hotel is independently owned and operated. Final quantity order is due to our Sales Office 7 business days prior to function. 09/23/2026

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CUSTOM BUFFETS All custom buffets include coffee, iced tea & lemonade station, fresh rolls, butter. Priced per guest.

ONE ENTRÉE BUFFET.......................................20.00

SALAD SELECTIONS:

Selection of 1 entrée, 1 starch, 1 vegetable, and 1 salad.

Garden Salad | Caesar Salad | Fresh Fruit Salad | Pasta Salad | Marinated Cucumber & Tomato Salad

TWO ENTRÉE BUFFET...................................... 22.00 Selection of 2 entrées, 2 starch, 1 vegetable and 1 salad.

ENTÉE SELECTIONS: Sliced Rosemary Pork Tenderloin Pot Roast

STARCH SELECTIONS: Garlic Mashed Potatoes | Roasted Red Potatoes | Baked Potatoes | Mac & Cheese | Wild Rice Blend | Au Gratin Potatoes

VEGETABLE SELECTIONS:

Roast Beef with Whiskey Sauce Bacon Wrapped Pork Loin Chicken Marsala with Mushroom Sauce Chicken Supreme

Oven Roasted Vegetables | Roasted Broccoli | Green Beans Almondine | Glazed Baby Carrots | Green Beans with Bacon & Onions

BUFFET ADD-ONS

Chicken Piccata

CHEF'S CARVING STATION............................... 3.00

Tuscan Chicken Chicken Cordon Bleu Brown Sugar Pineapple Glazed Sliced Ham Chicken Alfredo with Penne Pasta

Choose the following hand-carved presentations to any of the above dinner buffet options. Carved entrées count as one entrée selection. The carving fee is in addition to the above dinner buffet pricing.

London Broil

ROASTED TURKEY BREAST

Rosemary Pork Loin

Seasoned slow-roasted turkey breast.

PINEAPPLE & HONEY GLAZED HAM Cured honey ham favorite, offered with our very own pineapple salsa.

PRIME RIB OF BEEF / MARKET PRICE (In addition to the carving fee) Herb-rubbed Prime Rib, served with creamy horseradish sauce and au jus.

Best Western Holiday Lodge 2023 7th Avenue North | Clear Lake, IA 50428 | 641-357-5253 Prices are subject to 20% service charge and applicable sales tax. Prices are subject to change without notification. Each Best Western branded hotel is independently owned and operated. Final quantity order is due to our Sales Office 7 business days prior to function. 09/23/2026

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THEMED BUFFETS All custom buffets include coffee, iced tea & lemonade station. Priced per guest. Add Chef’s choice dessert for $3.00 per person.

TASTE OF ITALY............................. 2 ENTREE 22.00 Choice of 2 entrées served with a Caesar salad topped with garlic croutons and Parmesan cheese, toasted garlic bread and roasted vegetable medley. Entrée Choices: Breaded Chicken Parmesan | Chicken Alfredo with Penne Pasta | Spaghetti with Meat Sauce | Traditional Lasagna | Baked Penne with Peppers & Onions | Vegetable Lasagna

SOUTH OF THE BORDER................................... 21.00 Build your own hard- or soft-shell taco with seasoned beef, sliced fajita grilled chicken breast, shredded lettuce, shredded cheese, sour cream, diced tomatoes, black olives, onions, jalapenos, salsa, tortilla chips, refried beans, rice and elote corn.

WESTERN ROUND UP....................................... 22.00 Pulled BBQ pork and pulled BBQ chicken sandwiches. Served with corn bread and honey. Side Choices (Select 2): Baked Beans | Mac and Cheese | Country Style Green Beans with Bacon | Loaded Potato Casserole Salad Choices (Select 1): Potato Salad | Coleslaw

COMPANY PICNIC.............................................. 21.00 Served with assorted cheeses and condiments, baked beans, a garden salad, potato chips and Kaiser rolls. Entree Choices (Select 2): Hamburgers | Marinated Chicken Breast | Brats | Jumbo Hot Dogs

DOWN HOME BUFFET 1 ENTRÉE 20.00 / 2 ENTRÉES 22.00 Tossed garden salad with assorted dressing, creamy potato salad, green beans with bacon, and fresh rolls with butter. Accompanied with the choice of one or two entrées. Entrée Choices (Select 1 or 2): Baked Chicken | Chicken Supreme | Pork Loin | Pot Roast | Classic Meatloaf | Brown Sugar Pineapple Glazed Sliced Ham

SOUP/SALAD/SANDWICH BUFFET................ 18.00 Includes your choice of soup and choice of 2 salads, croissants, roast beef, turkey, ham, lettuce, sliced tomatoes, condiments, and pickles. Soup Choices (Select 1): Broccoli Cheddar | Vegetable Beef | Cream of Potato | Chicken Noodle | Minestrone Salad Choices (Select 2): Garden Salad | Caesar Salad | Potato Salad | Macaroni Salad | Pasta Salad

BAKED POTATO BAR.......................................20.00 Baked potatoes with sour cream, chives, shredded cheese, broccoli, and bacon. Includes your choice of soup and salad. Soup Choices (Select 1): Broccoli Cheddar | Vegetable Beef | Cream of Potato | Chicken Noodle Salad Choices (Select 2): Garden Salad | Caesar Salad | Potato Salad | Macaroni Salad | Pasta Salad

Best Western Holiday Lodge 2023 7th Avenue North | Clear Lake, IA 50428 | 641-357-5253 Prices are subject to 20% service charge and applicable sales tax. Prices are subject to change without notification. Each Best Western branded hotel is independently owned and operated. Final quantity order is due to our Sales Office 7 business days prior to function. 09/23/2026

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HORS D’OEUVRES HOT SELECTIONS

Priced per 50 pieces, unless noted differently.

BBQ SMOKIES....................................................60.00 CHICKEN STRIPS..............................................125.00 Served with barbecue dipping sauce.

TERIYAKI CHICKEN SATAY........................... 100.00 BONELESS WINGS.......................................... 150.00

COLD SELECTIONS

Priced per 50 pieces, unless noted differently.

VEGETABLE TRAY............................................ 110.00 Served with ranch dip. Serves 50.

FRESH FRUIT.................................................... 100.00 Served with yogurt dip. Serves 50.

CHEESE & CRACKER TRAY............................ 100.00

Served with celery and bleu cheese dip. Your choice of BBQ, buffalo or teriyaki sauce.

Assortment of cheese and crackers. Serves 50.

SWEDISH COCKTAIL MEATBALLS............... 100.00

Baked ham, roast beef, and smoked turkey served with mustard and mayo.

100 pieces.

SOUTHWEST EGG ROLLS ............................... 95.00 Served with pineapple salsa.

BURNT ENDS.....................................................125.00 Priced per 5 pounds.

SILVER DOLLAR SANDWICHES..................... 115.00

CHOCOLATE DIPPED STRAWBERRIES................................MARKET PRICE Seasonal.

JUMBO COCKTAIL SHRIMP............MARKET PRICE

CHICKEN WINGS..............................MARKET PRICE

Served with cocktail sauce and lemon wedges. Priced per pound.

Tossed in a mild buffalo sauce. Served with ranch or bleu cheese dressing.

BRUSCHETTA..................................................... 95.00 CHARCUTERIE GRAZING TABLE..................250.00 Serves 50.

CAPRESE SKEWERS......................................... 75.00 CAJUN STYLE DEVILED EGGS........................ 85.00

Best Western Holiday Lodge 2023 7th Avenue North | Clear Lake, IA 50428 | 641-357-5253 Prices are subject to 20% service charge and applicable sales tax. Prices are subject to change without notification. Each Best Western branded hotel is independently owned and operated. Final quantity order is due to our Sales Office 7 business days prior to function. 09/23/2026

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DIP SELECTIONS Priced per 50 people, unless noted differently.

CRAB MEAT DIP................................MARKET PRICE Creamy crab and herb spread served with crackers.

CREAMY SPINACH ARTICHOKE DIP............ 100.00 Served with tortilla chips.

BUFFALO CHICKEN DIP................................. 150.00 Shredded chicken in a slightly spicy buffalo cheese sauce served with tortilla chips.

CHIPS WITH SALSA & QUESO......................... 95.00

HORS D'OEUVRES ACTION STATION

Priced per 50 people, unless noted differently.

NACHO BAR..................................................... 200.00 Tortilla chips served with taco meat, queso and all the toppings.

PASTA BAR.......................................................350.00 Penne pasta served with grilled chicken, meatballs, Alfredo sauce, marinara sauce, and garlic bread.

Tortilla chips and fresh homemade salsa and creamy queso dip.

ROASTED RED PEPPER HUMMUS.................. 85.00 Served with pita chips.

Best Western Holiday Lodge 2023 7th Avenue North | Clear Lake, IA 50428 | 641-357-5253 Prices are subject to 20% service charge and applicable sales tax. Prices are subject to change without notification. Each Best Western branded hotel is independently owned and operated. Final quantity order is due to our Sales Office 7 business days prior to function. 09/23/2026

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SWEET TREATS Priced per person, per serving unless otherwise noted.

A LA CARTE DESSERT ITEMS FRUIT PIES............................................................ 4.00 Apple | Cherry | Peach

HOMEMADE FRUIT COBBLER........................... 4.00 Apple | Cherry | Peach

ICE CREAM............................................................ 4.00 Chocolate | Vanilla

CRÈME PIES.......................................................... 5.00 Coconut | Banana | Chocolate | Cookies & Cream

PUMPKIN PIE........................................................ 4.00

CONFECTIONS

Priced per 50 pieces

BITE SIZED DESSERTS....................................125.00 A selection of petite fours, cheesecakes, mousses, and more.

ICE CREAM SUNDAE STATION......................... 9.00 Buffet of vanilla ice cream whipped topping, nuts, sprinkles, chocolate sauce, hot fudge, caramel, maraschino cherries. Priced per person.

CHOCOLATE COVERED STRAWBERRIES................................MARKET PRICE

ASSORTED DESSERT BARS............................... 4.00 CHOCOLATE MOUSSE........................................ 4.00 GLUTEN FREE CHOCOLATE TORTE................ 8.00 GLUTEN FREE STRAWBERRY CAKE............... 8.00

Best Western Holiday Lodge 2023 7th Avenue North | Clear Lake, IA 50428 | 641-357-5253 Prices are subject to 20% service charge and applicable sales tax. Prices are subject to change without notification. Each Best Western branded hotel is independently owned and operated. Final quantity order is due to our Sales Office 7 business days prior to function. 09/23/2026

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BAR SERVICE CASH BAR

A full-service bar offering liquor, beer, wine, and mixed drinks will be available throughout the reception. A $75 setup will be charged if bar sales are less than $100 (excluding keg sales, service charges, and tax) during the first 2 hours of service. Thereafter, a $25 bartender fee per hour will be applied to the master bill for each hour that bar sales are below $100. The hotel reserves the right to discontinue bar service at its discretion.

CALL BRANDS...................................................... 6.00 PREMIUM BRANDS.............................................. 7.00 HOUSE WINE........................................................ 6.00 DOMESTIC BOTTLED BEER............................... 5.00 SELTZERS.............................................................. 5.00 IMPORT BOTTLED BEER.................................... 6.00 Corona | Heineken | Sam Adams | Angry Orchard

HOUSE WINE BY THE BOTTLE Bottles are 750mL unless otherwise noted.

MERLOT............................................................... 25.00 CHARDONNAY................................................... 25.00 MOSCATO........................................................... 25.00 PINOT GRIGIO.................................................... 25.00 SANGRIA............................................................. 25.00 PINOT NOIR........................................................ 25.00 CABERNET SAUVIGNON.................................. 25.00

NON-ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES FRUIT PUNCH............................ 19.00 PER GALLON SHERBERT PUNCH................... 25.00 PER GALLON CAN OF SODA...........................................3.00 EACH

KEGS OF BEER

Priced per keg. Kegs contain 165, 12 oz. pours. We can order any type by request; however, prices may vary.

DOMESTIC KEG ............................................... 375.00 16 gallons, approximately 120 glasses. Budweiser, Bud Light, Miller Lite, Miller Genuine Draft, Michelob Golden Draft Light, Coors Light, Busch Light.

*All special order beer, wine and liquor for banquets must be paid for in full prior to the reception. *Any unused product will remain the property of the hotel at the conclusion of the event and may not be removed from the premises. *No refunds will be issued for unused special order items.

DOMESTIC PONY KEG .................................. 200.00 Inquire within for what kind of beer is available.

Best Western Holiday Lodge 2023 7th Avenue North | Clear Lake, IA 50428 | 641-357-5253 Prices are subject to 20% service charge and applicable sales tax. Prices are subject to change without notification. Each Best Western branded hotel is independently owned and operated. Final quantity order is due to our Sales Office 7 business days prior to function. 09/23/2026

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