116 - Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Banquet Menu - No Price
Welcome to Hilton Garden Inn Downtown Iowa City!
Special occasions, big meetings, celebrations—at Hilton Garden Inn Downtown Iowa City, we know how important they are and we know how to make them rewarding and memorable.
Please take a moment to look over our catering menu. 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 our sales department.
Thanks for making us a part of your plans, and welcome to the Hilton Garden Inn Downtown Iowa City!
Continental Breakfast
All breakfast selections are served with regular and decaffeinated coffee. Priced per person.
All breakfast buffets include regular and decaffeinated coffee and fresh muffins and pastries. 20 guest minimum required for buffets. Children 12 and under are half-price. Buffets are serviced for 90 minutes.
*Additional charges per guest may be applied to groups under 20 guests.
THE IOWAN GF
Freshly scrambled eggs and seasoned breakfast potatoes with choice of sausage, bacon, or ham steak. Priced per person.
CLINTON STREET BUFFET GF
Served with fresh seasonal fruit display and breakfast potatoes. Priced per person.
CHOOSE ONE: Flaky Country Biscuits & Gravy | French Toast and Berry Compote
Plated Breakfast
All breakfast selections are served with regular and decaffeinated coffee. Priced per person. All can be made Gluten Free with an upcharge per person.
JOHNSON COUNTY SKILLET EGG CASSEROLE
Layers of diced ham, roasted tomato, spinach mushrooms, and potatoes baked in an egg casserole and topped with melted cheddar cheese. Served with a chilled fresh fruit cup.
HERKY'S BREAKFAST SANDWICH
Choice of English muffin or croissant with shaved ham, eggs, cheddar cheese. Served with breakfast potatoes and a chilled fresh fruit cup.
IOWA CITY FRENCH TOAST
French toast grilled golden brown, lightly dusted with powdered sugar and topped with a berry compote. Served with butter, maple syrup, and sausage.
Breakfast Enhancements
Add to any plated breakfast, breakfast buffet, or break.
HAWKEYE BAGEL DISPLAY V SS
Vertical display of assorted bagels and cream cheese. Toasters provided. Priced per dozen.
BURLINGTON STREET BREAKFAST BURRITO
Breakfast potatoes, choice of sausage or ham, cheese, and scrambled eggs. Priced per person. Can be made gluten free.
AVOCADO TOAST V
Wheat or white toast, avocado, arugula, hardboiled eggs, and tomato. Priced per person.
BUILD YOUR OWN YOGURT PARFAIT V TN
Vanilla yogurt with strawberries, blueberries, granola, chocolate chips, and sliced almonds. Priced per person. Minimum of 10 guests. Can be made gluten free.
OMELET STATION GF
Made-to-order omelets served with cheddar cheese, jalapeños, mushrooms, bell peppers, ham, sausage, and spinach. Priced per person. Minimum of 10 guests. Chef Attendant Fee to be applied.
Refreshment Breaks
Maximum service of 60 minutes. Priced per person.
DOWNTOWN IOWA CITY SMOOTHIE BREAK GF V TN
House-made fruit smoothies: Strawberry Banana, Mango Pineapple, and Berry Boost. Served with assorted granola bars.
COFFEE BREAK TN
Regular or decaffeinated coffee, Columbian cold brew, assorted muffins, and granola bars.
THE HEALTH NUT V TN
Regular and decaffeinated coffee, iced tea, herbal tea, infused water (strawberry, cucumber, or lemon), granola bars, assorted yogurt, mixed nuts, and whole fresh fruit.
IOWA HALFTIME V
Freshly-popped popcorn, popcorn seasonings, pretzel bites with nacho cheese, and choice of chocolate chip cookies or brownies.
IOWA CITY FARMER’S MARKET BREAK V
Vegetable crudité with buttermilk ranch, cheese and cracker tray, seasonal sliced fruit, assorted soft drinks, infused water (strawberry, cucumber, or lemon), and iced tea.
IOWA CITY FIESTA
Tortilla chips, salsa, guacamole, queso, salsa verde, chicken taquitos, and churros. Can be made gluten free.
Beverages
REGULAR OR DECAFFEINATED COFFEE
ICED TEA | LEMONADE
JUICE
Apple, Cranberry, or Orange
WHOLE, 2%, CHOCOLATE MILK
OAT MILK
SOFT DRINKS
Coca-Cola products
BOTTLED WATER
12 OZ. SPARKLING WATER
INFUSED WATER
Strawberry, Cucumber, or Lemon HOT CHOCOLATE
ASSORTED HOT TEA
8 OZ. RED BULL
Wake Up Break
ASSORTED YOGURT
ASSORTED GREEK YOGURT
MINI QUICHES
AVOCADO TOAST
ASSORTED FRESH MUFFINS
CHEF'S ASSORTED PASTRIES AND DANISH
YOGURT AND GRANOLA PARFAIT WITH FRESH BERRIES
Afternoon Pick Me Up Break
POTATO CHIPS & FRENCH ONION DIP
SUMMER SAUSAGE AND ASSORTED CHEESES
ASSORTED COOKIES BROWNIES
WHOLE FRESH FRUIT
CLIF ENERGY BARS
ICE CREAM SANDWICHES
Snickers or Twix
ASSORTED CANDY BARS
Boxed To-Go
Parties of 12 or more. Groups are limited to a selection of two choices. Priced per person. All boxed lunches can be made gluten free for an additional cost. Spinach wraps available upon request.
CLINTON STREET
Choice of two: Ham, turkey, or roast beef sandwiches with assorted cheeses served on a croissant. Includes bag of chips and a fresh baked cookie.
THE ITALIAN
An Italian festival of cold cuts, cheese, onion, and tomato on a ciabatta bun with an herb aioli on the side. Includes bag of chips, a fresh baked cookie, and bottled water.
CHICKEN CAESAR
Tender grilled chicken breast over romaine lettuce, Caesar dressing, shaved Parmesan, and house made croutons. Includes bag of chips, a fresh baked cookie, and bottled water.
BLT WRAP
Spinach wrap with bacon, Swiss, and chipotle mayo. Includes bag of chips, a fresh baked cookie, and bottled water.
Lunch Sandwiches
Groups are limited to a selection of two choices. Priced per person. All sandwiches can be made gluten free for an additional cost.
IOWA CITY CLUBHOUSE
Wheat bread with turkey, ham, bacon, Swiss, cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato, and aioli. Served with fresh fruit or potato chips.
CHICKEN SALAD CROISSANT TN
Flaky butter croissant, chicken salad, cranberries, toasted almonds, lettuce, and tomato. Served with fresh fruit or potato chips.
PORTOBELLO MUSHROOM
SANDWICH V
Sliced marinated portobello mushroom, whipped ricotta, arugula, picked red onion, light hot honey drizzle, and wheat bread. Served with fresh fruit or potato chips.
Lunch Salads
Served with rolls and butter. Groups are limited to a selection of two choices. Priced per person.
CHICKEN CAESAR SALAD
Crisp romaine lettuce, Spanish Caesar dressing, cherry tomatoes, shaved Parmesan, croutons, and grilled chicken.
Substitute grilled salmon for an additional cost or shrimp for an additional cost
CHEF’S SALAD GF
Ham, turkey, bacon, shredded cheddar jack cheese, hard-boiled eggs, tomatoes, Kalamata olives, and green onions served over a romaine and iceberg blend with choice of Ranch, Balsamic, or Bleu Cheese dressing.
STRAWBERRY SALAD GF TN V
Baby spinach, mixed greens, strawberries, red onion, feta cheese, glazed walnuts, and balsamic vinaigrette. Add grilled chicken for an additional cost
SEARED SALMON SALAD GF
6oz. Salmon, arugula, sweet cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onions, and croutons with an herbed red wine vinaigrette.
Plated Lunch
Served with rolls and butter. Groups are limited to a selection of two choices. Priced per person.
CHICKEN PICCATA GF
Pan seared boneless chicken breast topped with a lemon caper butter sauce. Served with garlic cheddar mashed potatoes and seasonal vegetables.
SIRLOIN GF
Sliced sirloin with Marsala sauce. Served with garlic mashed potatoes and seasonal vegetables.
TRADITIONAL FOUR-CHEESE LASAGNA*
Layers of seasoned sausage and cheese baked inside this traditional favorite. Served with garden salad with choice of Ranch, Balsamic, or Bleu Cheese Dressing and garlic bread. *Minimum 10 guests
BOURBON GLAZED SALMON GF DF
Bourbon glazed 6oz. salmon served with jasmine rice and seasonal vegetables.
Vegetarian
ROASTED VEGETABLE STIR FRY V
A medley of roasted fresh vegetables stir-fried in a teriyaki sauce served over a bed of jasmine rice
VEGGIE WRAP V
Grilled vegetables, Feta cheese, hummus, and lettuce in a spinach tortilla wrap. Served with fresh fruit.
VEGETABLE PASTA V VG DF
Orecchiette pasta with pumpkin seed arugula pesto, roasted cauliflower, wild mushrooms, and five-hour tomatoes.
VEGETARIAN LASAGNA* V
Layers of cheese baked inside this traditional favorite. Served with garden salad with choice of Ranch, Balsamic, or Bleu Cheese dressing, and garlic bread. *Minimum 10 guests
Lunch Buffets
Minimum guarantee of 20 guests. Groups are limited to a selection of one buffet. Children 12 and under are half price. Priced per person. Buffets are serviced for 90 minutes and displayed for 2 hours. *Additional charge per guest may be applied to groups under 20 guests.
Select your salads, sides, entrees, and dessert below.
CHOOSE TWO SALADS:
Garden Salad with choice of Ranch, Balsamic, or Bleu Cheese V | Caesar Salad
CHOOSE TWO SIDES:
Sautèed Green Beans | Baked Mac and Cheese | Garlic Cheddar Mashed Potatoes GF
CHOOSE ONE ENTRÉE:
Fried Chicken | Roast Beef GF | Pork Loin GF
CHOOSE ONE DESSERT: Brownies | Scotcheroos
Lunch Buffets
Minimum guarantee of 20 guests. Groups are limited to a selection of one buffet. Children 12 and under are half price. Priced per person. Buffets are serviced for 90 minutes and displayed for 2 hours. Additional charge per guest may be applied to groups under 20 guests.
IOWA CITY FIESTA
Flour tortillas, seasoned beef, shredded lettuce, cheese, diced tomatoes, black olives, peppers, onions, jalapenos, sour cream, tortilla chips, salsa, refried beans, and Spanish rice with choice of entrée.
ASSORTED VEGETARIAN CANAPÉS V Bruschetta, mushroom, cucumber, and dill.
JUMBO COCKTAIL SHRIMP GF
Served with tangy cocktail sauce.
CAPRESE SKEWERS V
Mini mozzarella, heirloom tomato, basil, and balsamic reduction.
TZATZIKI SHRIMP CUCUMBER ROUNDS
DEVILED EGGS GF
*Add bacon for an additional cost
TOMATO, MOZZARELLA, BASIL BRUSCHETTA V
Grazing Stations | Displays
Displays priced to serve 50 guests. Displayed for 90 minutes.
CHARCUTERIE BOARD
Chef selection of local and artisan cheese and meats served with an array of berries, olives, mustard, and crostini. Can be created gluten free upon request.
SWEET SPREAD V
Chef assorted brownies, macaroons, petit fours, assorted cookies, and assorted dessert bars.
BLACK AND GOLD MIXER SS
Fried ravioli, choice of BBQ or Swedish meatballs, vegetable tray with buttermilk ranch, grilled teriyaki chicken skewers, and egg rolls served with Thai chili sauce.
MELROSE MIXER SS
Jumbo cocktail shrimp, chicken or beef teriyaki skewers, assorted cheese and fruit display, chicken wings with your choice of BBQ, buffalo or teriyaki sauce, and cream cheese stuffed jalapeno poppers served with ranch.
Desserts
Desserts are priced per guest unless otherwise noted.
CHEESECAKE V New York style cheesecake with berries
CHOCOLATE CAKE GF
RED VELVET CAKE V
APPLE CRISP V
CHOCOLATE COVERED STRAWBERRIES (per 50 pieces)
TIRAMISU CUPS (per 50 pieces)
CHEESECAKE BITES (per 50 pieces) Strawberry and Chocolate
Plated Dinners
All plated entrées are served with choice of salad, choice of starch, choice of vegetables, rolls with butter. Groups are limited to a selection of two entrees per group. Priced per person.
STEP ONE: CHOOSE ONE (1) SALAD
Garden Salad with Assorted Dressing V |
Caesar Salad
STEP TWO: CHOOSE ONE (1) STARCH
Roasted Herb Potatoes | Garlic Cheddar Mashed
Potatoes | Wild Rice Pilaf V GF | Couscous
STEP THREE: CHOOSE ONE (1) VEGGIE
Green Beans | Grilled Asparagus | Vegetable Medley
STEP FOUR: CHOOSE UP TO TWO (2) ENTRÉES
All entrees can be created Gluten Free.
FROM THE LAND
Sirloin GF
Served with a red demi-glace.
Chicken Piccata GF
Pan-seared boneless chicken breast with lemon caper butter sauce
Chicken Saltimbocca GF
Seared chicken breast with a white wine sauce, fresh sage, and provolone.
Iowa Pork Chop GF
Grilled bone-in pork chop with whiskey peppercorn cream sauce.
FROM THE SEA
Sesame Seared Salmon SS Glazed salmon with teriyaki sauce.
Red Snapper
Seared and served with a mango relish.
VEGETARIAN
Vegetable Pasta V VG DF
Children's Plated Entrée
Choice of three breaded chicken strips or macaroni and cheese, choice of fries or garlic cheddar mashed potatoes GF , and fresh fruit.
Orecchiette pasta with pumpkin seed arugula pesto, roasted cauliflower, wild mushrooms, and five-hour tomatoes.
Chargrilled Tofu V Grilled tofu with mushroom sauce.
Dinner Buffets
All buffets are served with fresh rolls and butter. Minimum guarantee of 20 guests. Children 12 and under are half price. Priced per person. Buffets are serviced for 90 minutes and displayed for 2 hours.
TWO ENTRÉE SELECTION THREE ENTRÉE SELECTION
SALADS (Choose One)
• Garden Salad V
• Caesar Salad
STARCHES (Choose Two)
• Roasted Red Herb Potatoes GF
• Garlic Cheddar Mashed Potatoes GF
• Wild Rice Pilaf
• Jasmine Rice DF VG
VEGETABLES (Choose One)
• Buttered Corn GF
• Green Beans with Shallots GF
• Balsamic Honey Glazed Carrots GF
• Chef’s Vegetable Medley GF
ENTRÉES (Choose Two or Three)
FROM THE LAND
• Sliced Roast Beef with Cabernet Mushroom Sauce GF DF
• Sliced Flank Steak with Peppers, Onions, and Chimichurri Sauce GF DF
• Lasagna
• Chicken Piccata GF
• Chicken Breast Supreme (served with a white herb sauce, peppers, and onion) GF DF
• Chicken-Bacon Macaroni and Cheese with Herbed Breadcrumbs
• Sliced Pit Ham in Honey Glaze GF DF
• Sliced Pork Loin in Jus Lié GF DF
• Pasta Pomodoro with Wild Mushrooms V DF
• Vegetable Stir Fry V GF SS DF VG
FROM THE SEA
• Seared Salmon with Lemon Dill Cream Sauce GF DF
• Shrimp Scampi GF DF
Late Night Snacks
IOWA CITY SWARM SLIDERS (50 PIECES)
Choose between cheeseburger or pulled pork. Can be created dairy free.
IOWA WAVE WALKING TACO BAR
Nacho cheese chips, seasoned ground beef, tomato, jalapenos, sour cream, tomatoes, pico, and salsa. Priced per person. Can be created vegetarian or gluten free upon request.
TAKE OUT CHINESE BOXES SS
Lo mein noodles with mixed vegetables. Priced per person. Add chicken or shrimp for an additional cost. Can be created vegetarian upon request.
TIGER HAWK TATER-TOT BAR
Served with bacon, queso, green onions, tomatoes, jalapenos, and sour cream. Priced per person. Can be created vegetarian or gluten free upon request.
Bar Service
Drinks are charged on consumption. Bartender fee to be applied per 100 guests.
Bud Light | Coors Light | Budweiser | Miller Lite Busch Light | Michelob Ultra
Premium Beer
Stella | Blue Moon | Corona | High Noon Seltzers Big Grove Easy Eddy | Big Grove Citrus Surfer Big Grove BoomTown | N/A Bulltown Blonde Ale N/A Corona
Call Liquor Brands
Tito's Vodka | Jack Daniel's Whiskey
Jim Beam Whiskey | Captain Morgan Rum
Bacardí Silver Rum | Jose Cuervo Tequila
Tanqueray Gin | Dewar's Scotch
Premium Liquor Brands
Grey Goose Vodka | Hendrick's Gin
Johnnie Walker | Cedar Ridge Whiskey
Jameson Whiskey | Patrón Tequila
Mount Gay Rum
Champagne by the Bottle
CORKAGE FEE: A corkage fee per 750mL bottle of wine or champagne will be applied.
TOAST:
HOUSE BRUT CHAMPAGNE
LA MARCA PROSECCO
BOTTLE: (750mL)
HOUSE BRUT CHAMPAGNE
LA MARCA PROSECCO
Specialty Cocktails
BLOODY MARY STATION
Tito's Vodka, Zing Zang Bloody Mary Mix, celery, bacon salt, pickle spears, horseradish, hot sauce, worcestershire sauce, cheese cubes, and beef sticks.
SANGRIA STATION
White sangria, Red sangria, and fresh berries.
MIMOSA BAR
Prosecco, House Brut Champagne, Canyon Road Moscato, assorted juices, sliced oranges, and strawberries
Our Event Space
The Hilton Garden Inn is the premier location downtown Iowa City for banquets and special events. Our flexible full service event space can host up to 220 guests and features a modern design, highquality audio visual services, professional catering and a sophisticated atmosphere.
Grand Ballroom
Meeting Space Specs
Vue Rooftop Private Room
Vue Rooftop Patio
Vue Rooftop Main Dining Space
On our top 12th floor with the best views overlooking downtown Iowa City! This intimate space is great for meetings or receptions. Can accommodate up to 40 guests. Space is reserved in 3-Hour Intervals.
Exclusive access to our rooftop patio. Can accommoade up to 50 guests. Ideal for cocktail receptions and to breakaway from your meeting.
On our top 12th floor with the best views overlooking downtown Iowa City! Exclusive access to our main dining room hosting up to 175 guests. Pair the Main Dining Space with the Patio and Private Room - the options are endless!
Audio Visual Equipment
55” COLOR TV & DVD PLAYER
LCD PROJECTOR AND SCREEN PACKAGE
WIRELESS LAVALIERE MICROPHONE
HANDHELD WIRED MICROPHONE
HANDHELD WIRELESS MICROPHONE
8' X 8' TRIPOD SCREEN
4 CHANNEL MIXER
SOUND PATCH
FLIPCHART WITH PAD & MARKERS
POSTER EASEL (A-Frame)
WHITE BOARD
HDMI CORD
POLYCOM SPEAKER PHONE
WOODEN DANCE FLOOR
STAGING (Per section - 4' x 6')
WIRELESS INTERNET ACCESS
TOLL FREE CALLS
DELIVERY
Complimentary
Complimentary
Complimentary
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. Ship to: 328 S. Clinton Street, Iowa City, IA 52240
Policies and Fees
AUDIO/VISUAL: Please consult your Catering Manager for all of your audio/visual needs.
MENU SELECTIONS: To provide our guests with the best possible event, The Hilton Garden Inn requests that your menu selections be finalized no later than two weeks prior to your event. Additional fees may apply for menu substitutions.
GUARANTEES: Your Catering Manager will contact you one month prior to your event to review your expected number of attendees. Hilton Garden Inn utilizes a 5 business day guarantee policy. After this time, full charges will be incurred for any reductions or cancellations. The client shall be charged the guarantee provided regardless if attendance falls below the guarantee.
PRICING: All A/V, menu, beverages, and room rental prices are subject to applicable service charges of 22% and taxes. Prices are subject to change due to market fluctuations. Final menu prices will be guaranteed 7 days prior to the event. Pricing includes food, linens, placeware, glassware, cutlery, tables, and chairs within our inventory and maintenance.
RECEIVING: Items provided by the client may be delivered to the hotel no more than 24 hours prior to the event.
REVISIONS: Any changes, revisions, additions, or deletions to the Banquet Event Order shall be in writing and signed by both parties no less than 15 business days prior to the event. Changes made after this time frame may incur an additional fee.
BEVERAGE SERVICES: Alcoholic beverages and services are regulated by the Iowa Liquor Commission Control. Kinseth Hospitality, as a licensee, is responsible for the administration of these regulations. No outside alcoholic beverages may be brought into the premises without prior approval. A corkage fee may apply. We reserve the right to refuse alcohol services to intoxicated persons and will not serve underage persons. No alcoholic beverages can be removed from the premises.
DECORATIONS: Hilton Garden Inn does not permit decorations to be attached to the walls, doors, or ceilings with nails, staples, tape, or any other substance. We reserve the right to limit the number of pre-approved signs permitted in the meeting and prefunction areas. Flames/candles must be contained in glass. Decorations, centerpieces, and other items may be dropped off at the hotel 24 hours prior to the event. All items must be removed from the venue immediately following the event unless other arrangements have been pre-approved with your Catering Manager. Any item not picked up within 72 hours following the event will become property of Hilton Garden Inn.
VENDORS: All vendors must comply with all local fire and safety codes as well as Hilton Garden Inn's policy regarding sound levels. Vendors are not permitted to consume alcoholic beverages on hotel premisses during the event.
LOST & FOUND: The Hilton Garden Inn and Kinseth Hospitality are not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged items left on property prior to, during, or following an event.
SECURITY: If the Hilton Garden Inn deems security is required for an event, arrangements will be made via the Iowa City's Police Department and appropriate charges will be billed to the client.
PARKING: Please consult your Catering Manager about parking passes for your attendees. https://issuu.com/kinseth/docs/116-parkingmap
