BEST WESTERN - HOLIDAY LODGE
WEDDING MENU
2023 7th Avenue North | Clear Lake, IA 50428 | 641-357-5253 www.bestwesterniowa.com/hotels/best-western-holiday-lodge
WELCOME
Dear Guest, You have dreamed of this day your whole life. A beautiful couple and a the reception of a lifetime. We are ready to turn your dreams into reality. From your wedding reception, and rehearsal dinner, to your bridal luncheon and gift opening—at Best Western Holdiay Lodge we know how important these memories are, and we know how to make them rewarding and memorable. Please take a moment to look over our wedding guide. You’ll find plenty of choices, complemented by our knowledgeable and attentive staff professionals who are committed to creating a successful event for you and your guests. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me. Thanks for making us a part of your plans!
Mandy VanVoorhis Director of Sales mvanvoorhis@kinseth.com
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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. 04/15/2025
CONTENTS AND EVENT SPACE
CONTENTS Event Space................................. 3
VERANDA
Wedding Service.......................... 4 Plated Dinner............................. 5
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Hors D’oeuvres........................... 9
TOPAZ
Custom Buffets........................... 8
EMERAL
RESTROO
OPAL
Rehearsal Dinner Buffets.......... 7
Beverage Service....................... 10
OOM
D BALLR
DIAMON
BLARNEY SAPPHIRE
Gift Openings............................ 11
RUBY
Plated Dinner - Specialty.......... 6
Policies....................................... 12
Dimensions (L x W)
Square Footage
Theater
Classroom
U-Shape
Banquet
Diamond Ballroom
48 x 72
3,456
600
250
75
400
Emerald
48 x 24
1,152
150
80
40
130
Topaz
48 x 24
1,152
150
80
40
130
Ruby
48 x 24
1,152
150
80
40
130
Opal
30 x 31.5
945
75
50
24
60
Sapphire
24 x 24
575
60
32
15
35
Blarney
35 x 14.5
500
30
20
16
40
Veranda
48 x 23
1,104
90
50
30
90
Meeting Room
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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. 04/15/2025
WEDDING SERVICES
WE OFFER •
Professional planning assistance from our sales team
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Banquet room set up and clean up
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Dance floor
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White or black linen tablecloths and white napkins
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White tulle and white lights for your head table, cake table, gift table, punch table and guest book table.
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Cake service, including the cutting and service of your wedding cake
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Bar service
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Centerpieces – Hurricane on a mirror tile with a white tapered candle, or bubble bowls with a white floating candle.
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Complimentary champagne toast for the wedding party
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Complimentary suite for the newlywed couple
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Group guestrooms at a special rate
ADDED ELEGANCE Priced per piece, per day.
Backdrop / 75.00 Lighted background behind head table.
White Chair Covers / 2.00 per chair LCD Projector / 75.00
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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. 04/15/2025
PLATED DINNER
All dinners include coffee station, iced tea & lemonade, rolls and butter, and choice of salad, vegetable, and starch. Priced per person. Max of 2 choices per group; final guaranteed number per selection(s) due 7 business days prior to event. Unlimited hors d’oeuvres for 1 hour with an elegant assortment of Cheeses, Crackers, Sausage, Fruits, and Vegetables.
Italian Herb Pork Chop
22.00
Chicken Cordon Bleu
26.00
Chicken Florentine
24.00
Hand breaded center cut pork loin pan-fried to a golden brown and served with a portabella asiago cream sauce.
A tender 6 oz. chicken breast stuffed with smoked ham and melted Swiss cheese. Then lightly breaded and topped with a creamy Mornay Sauce.
Pan-seared marinated chicken breast topped with three cheeses, fresh spinach, roasted garlic, and sundried tomatoes, bechamel sauce and mozzarella cheese.
Chicken Supreme
24.00
Boneless chicken breast finished with supreme sauce featuring finely chopped sauteed green & red peppers and onions.
Salmon with Dill
28.00
8 oz salmon filet roasted and topped with lemon and dill.
New York Strip Steak
Market Price
A flavorful 8 oz New York strip seasoned and served with a herb butter sauce.
Filet Mignon
Market Price
Prime Rib of Beef
Market Price
Salad Choices (Select 1) Garden Salad | Caesar Salad
Starch Choices (Select 1)
Garlic Mashed Potatoes | Roasted Red Potatoes | Fully Loaded Mashed Potatoes | Au Gratin Potatoes | Mac & Cheese | Wild Rice Blend | Baked Potatoes
Vegetable Choices (Select 1)
Oven Roasted Vegetables | Broccoli | Green Beans Almondine | Glazed Baby Carrots | Green Beans with Bacon & Onions *Any special dietary needs can be requested to your catering manager.
A tender and juicy 8 oz filet topped with herbaceous compound butter.
12 oz. / 14 oz. Slow roasted prime rib with an herb rub served with creamy horseradish sauce and au jus.
Vegetarian Options Available
Sweet Potato Hash | Portabella and Grilled Vegetable | Vegetable Lasagna | Pasta Primavera 2023 7th Avenue North | Clear Lake, IA 50428 | 641-357-5253
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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. 04/15/2025
PLATED DINNER
VEGETARIAN SELECTIONS
All plated dinners include a house salad with ranch and French dressing, dinner rolls and butter, regular coffee, iced tea, lemonade, fruit punch and choice of one starch and one vegetable. Priced per guest. Your guests will enjoy our Welcome hour: Unlimited hors d’oeuvres for 1 hour with an elegant assortment of cheeses, crackers, sausage, fruits and vegetables.
Pasta Primavera
22.00
Penne Pasta with a medley of vegetables tossed gently in a light cream sauce.
Vegetable Skewers On Wild Rice 22.00 Skewers of Peppers, Tomatoes, Onions, and Mushrooms over wild rice.
CHILDREN’S SELECTIONS
Can be ordered with any served adult plated entrèe. Maximum of one entrèe option. Served to children ages 5-12.
Breaded Chicken Tenders
10.00
Mac & Cheese
10.00
Grilled Chicken Breast
10.00
Starch Choices (Select 1)
Garlic Mashed Potatoes | Roasted Red Potatoes | Fully Loaded Mashed Potatoes | Mac & Cheese |Wild Rice Blend | Baked Potato
Vegetable Choices (Select 1)
Oven Roasted Vegetables | Steamed Broccoli | Green Beans Almondine | Glazed Baby Carrots | Green Beans with Bacon & Onions *Any special dietary needs can be requested to your catering manager.
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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. 04/15/2025
REHEARSAL DINNERS AUTHENTIC BUFFETS
All theme buffets are served with regular coffee station, iced tea, and lemonade. Priced per guest. Add our welcome hour package for an additional $2.50 per person and you’ll enjoy a welcome hour including unlimited hors d’oeuvres for 1 hour with an elegant assortment of cheeses, crackers, sausage and fruit punch.
Taste of Italy 2 Entrèes / 19.00
Children’s 1/2 price
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 Fettuccinni Alfredo | Spaghetti | Traditional Lasagna | Baked Penne with Peppers & Onions | Vegetable Lasagna
South of the Border Adults / 17.00
Children’s 1/2 price
Build you 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 & Spanish Rice.
Soup/Salad/Sandwich Buffet Adults / 18.00
Children’s 1/2 price
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
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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. 04/15/2025
CUSTOM BUFFETS
BUFFET SELECTIONS
BUFFET ADD-ONS
All custom buffets include an assortment of hot, fresh rolls, butter, regular coffee station, iced tea, fruit punch and lemonade. Priced per guest. Your guests will enjoy our Welcome hour: Unlimited hors d’oeuvres for 1 hour with an elegant assortment of cheeses, crackers, sausage, fruits and vegetables.
Chef ’s Carving Station / 3.00
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.
Orange Cajun Pork Loin
One Entrée Buffet / 20.00
Selection of 1 entrée, 1 starch, 1 vegetable, and 1 salad
Marinated in orange zest and Louisiana style cajun seasoning then slow roasted and served with remoulade.
Two Entrée Buffet / 22.00
Pineapple & Honey Glazed Ham
Selection of 2 entrées, 1 starch, 1 vegetable and 1 salad.
Cured honey ham favorite, offered with our very own pineapple salsa.
Entée Selections:
Prime Rib of Beef / Market Price
Sliced Rosemary Pork Tenderloin Pot Roast Roast Beef with Au Jus Bacon Wrapped Pork Loin Chicken Breast with sauce selection: • Mushroom sauce: Creamy mushroom sauce. • Piccata Sauce: White wine and lemon butter. • Supreme Sauce: Creamy herb supreme sauce. • Lemon Herb Sauce Chicken Cordon Bleu Sliced Ham Fettuccine Alfredo with Chicken Pasta Primavera Grilled Pork Chops
(In addition to the carving fee) Herb-rubbed Prime Rib, served with creamy horseradish sauce and au jus.
Salad Selections Garden Salad | Caesar Salad | Potato Salad | Fresh Fruit Salad | Pasta Salad | Macaroni Salad | Marinated Cucumber & Tomato Salad | Cole Slaw
Starch Selections: Garlic Mashed Potatoes | Mashed Potatoes with Gravy | Roasted Red Potatoes | Fully Loaded Mashed Potatoes | Baked Potatoes | Mac & Cheese | Wild Rice Blend
Vegetable Selections: Oven Roasted Vegetables | Steamed Broccoli | Green Beans Almondine | Glazed Baby Carrots | Green Beans with Bacon & Onions
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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. 04/15/2025
HORS D’OEUVRES
HOT SELECTIONS
COLD SELECTIONS
Priced per 50 pieces unless otherwise noted.
Priced per 50 pieces unless otherwise noted.
BBQ Smokies (100 pcs)
55.00
Chicken Strips
99.00
Served with barbecue dipping sauce.
Teriyaki Chicken Kabobs Boneless Buffalo Wings
125.00 Market Price
Served with celery and bleu cheese dip. Tossed in a mild buffalo Sauce.
Swedish Cocktail Meatballs (100 pcs) 95.00 Fried Ravioli
55.00
Stuffed Jalapeño Poppers Onion Rings
Fresh Fruit Display (serves 50)
95.00
Served with yogurt dip.
Cheese & Cracker Tray (serves 50)
80.00
Cheese, Cracker & Sausage Tray (serves 50)
115.00
Display of Cheese, Crackers, Sausage, Fruit, and Vegetables (serves 50) 165.00
75.00
Silver Dollar Sandwiches
45.00
Baked ham, roast beef, and smoked turkey served with mustard and mayo.
75.00
Chocolate Dipped Strawberries
Served with ranch dip.
Southwest Egg Rolls
115.00
Market Price
Seasonal
Served with pineapple salsa.
Creamy Spinach Artichoke Dip
75.00
Served with tortilla Chips.
Market Price
Served with cocktail sauce.
Burnt Ends (per lb) Chicken Wings
80.00
Served with ranch dip.
Served with ranch dip.
With marinara sauce.
Jumbo Shrimp
Vegetable Tray (serves 50)
26.00 Market Price
Tossed in a mild buffalo Sauce. Served with ranch or bleu cheese dressing.
Jumbo Cocktail Shrimp (per lb)
Market Price
Served with cocktail sauce and lemon wedges.
Deviled Eggs
85.00
Bruschetta
75.00
Charcuterie Board
150.00
Serves 50.
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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. 04/15/2025
BEVERAGE SERVICE
HOSTED RECEPTION Complete reception includes liquor, beer, wine, mixes and set ups, is priced per drink plus service and tax and added to your master account. A $75 setup charge will be assessed if total proceeds are below $100 (not including service/tax). If proceeds are below $100 after the first 2 hours, the hotel has the right to close the bar. A $25 bartender fee will be applied to your bill if $100 was not reached in cash or hosted bar (minus kegs) per hour.
Call Brands / 5.00
NON-ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES Can of Soda / 2.50 each Unlimited Soft Drinks / 200.00 Priced per 125 guests.
Fruit Punch / 19.00 per gallon Sherbert Punch / 25.00 per gallon
Premium Brands / 6.00 House Wine / 5.25
KEGS OF BEER
Domestic Bottled Beer / 4.50 Import Bottled Beer / 5.50 Corona | Heineken | Sam Adams | Angry Orchard Seltzers / 4.50
Domestic Keg / 275.00 16 gallons, approximately 120 glasses. Budweiser, Bud Light, Miller Lite, Miller Genuine Draft, Michelob Golden Draft Light, Coors Light, Busch Light.
Craft Pony Keg / 200.00 Inquire within for what kind of beer is available.
CASH BAR Complete reception includes liquor, beer, wine, mixes and set ups, is priced per drink plus service and tax and added to your master account. A $75 setup charge will be assessed if total proceeds are below $100 (not including service/tax). If proceeds are below $100 after the first 2 hours, the hotel has the right to close the bar. A $25 bartender fee will be applied to your bill if $100 was not reached in cash or hosted bar (minus kegs) per hour.
HOUSE WINE BY THE BOTTLE Bottles are 750mL unless otherwise noted.
Merlot / 23.00
Call Brands / 5.25
Chardonnay /23.00
Premium Brands / 6.25
Moscato / 23.00
House Wine / 5.50
Pinot Grigio / 23.00
Domestic Bottled Beer / 4.75
Sangria / 23.00
Import Bottled Beer / 5.75 Corona | Heineken | Sam Adams | Angry Orchard
Pinot Noir / 23.00 Cabernet Sauvignon / 23.00
Seltzers / 4.75
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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. 04/15/2025
GIFT OPENING
PACKAGES Unwrap a sweet deal at the Best Western Holiday Lodge! Choose from two gift opening packages for a perfect ending to your wedding weekend. Each package serves 20-25 guests. Food order can be increased for an additional per person charge. Prices do not include service charge or tax.
Sunrise Package
185.00
• Fresh Baked Cinnamon Rolls • Bottled Juice Assortment • Freshly Brewed Coffee • Banquet Room with skirted gift table and trash service
Sunrise Deluxe Package • Fresh Fruit Tray
300.00
• Scrambled Eggs • Bacon or Sausage • Hash Brown Casserole • Bottled Juice Assortment • Freshly Brewed Coffee • Banquet Room with skirted gift table and trash service
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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. 04/15/2025
GENERAL POLICIES
FOOD & BEVERAGE: All food and beverage served will be provided by the Best Western Holiday Lodge, Clear Lake IA, with the exception of wedding cakes, mints, and nuts. Under no circumstances will outside food or beverage be allowed to be brought into our banquet facility without being subject to a penalty fee. The Best Western Holiday Lodge does not permit the removal of any food and beverage items provided by the hotel. The Best Western Holiday Lodge reserves the right to take reasonable action to monitor the legal drinking age and reserve the right to refuse service to anyone who appears to have reached their drinking limits.
ROOM ACCESS: The Best Western Holiday Lodge guarantees access to your function space 8:00 a.m. the day of the event. Additional time will be provided, at no additional charge, when possible but not guaranteed. Please visit with one of our Sales Specialist about special request regarding additional time or the decorating of walls or ceilings. Each banquet table will seat ten of your guests and each round table will seat eight of your guests.
GUARANTEED NUMBER OF GUESTS: Guarantees are required for all food and beverage events with pricing based per person. Final numbers must be confirmed 7 business days prior to your event. If a guarantee is not received, your estimated number of guests will be considered your guarantee, and all charges will be made accordingly. The hotel will set and prepare for 10% over your guarantee.
DEPOSITS AND CANCELLATIONS: To secure space, a non-refundable deposit of $750 is due with a signed contract. Your deposit will be kept on file until after your event and returned to you if you had no additional charges during your event. A guaranteed method of payment will need to be on file for the banquet event. Any advance deposits will not be applied towards your cancellation fee in the event the group event is cancelled. In addition a cancellation fee as a percent of the original estimated food, bar and room revenue will be due or retained as non-refundable based upon the following schedule: WRITTEN CANCELLATION RECEIVED 180 days before the booking date
TOTAL ESTIMATED REVENUE ASSESSED 100% of the estimated balance due
240 days before the booking date
75% of the estimated balance due
365 days before the booking date
50% of the estimated balance due
FUNCTION PAYMENT SCHEDULE: 75% of the estimated balance is due 60 days prior to the event. 100% of final guarantee is due 7 business days prior to your event date along with a credit card for any incidental charges incurred during or following your event.
DECORATIONS: All decorations must be approved in advance of your event. The hotel will not permit the affixing of anything to the walls, floors or ceiling with nails, staples or tape without the approval from the catering department. Charges may apply for any damages caused. No confetti or glitter. White chair covers and lighted backdrops are available for an additional fee.
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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. 04/15/2025