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Hors d'oeuvres
Please note: There is a minimum of 1 piece per person, per selection
Pimento Cheese Fritters
bacon jam
$4 per piece
Petite Crab Cakes house remoulade
$6 per piece
Firecracker Shrimp Deviled Eggs
$5.50 per piece
Shrimp Ceviche Shooter
$12 per shooter
Composed Slider Bar choice of two:
• short rib & pimento cheese
• fried chicken, pickles, & honey mustard
• pork belly, brie, & peach jam
$12 per guest
Biscuit Bar
buttermilk biscuits, whipped honey butter, assorted jams and jellies, locally sourced honey
$10 per guest
Crostini choice of:
• whipped ricotta & fig
• blackberry & brie
$4 50 per piece
Fried Chicken & Waffles
honey butter, bourbon peaches, huckleberry syrup
$5.50 per piece
Fried Green Tomato Bites
herbed goat cheese, seasonal chutney
$4 per piece
Caprese Skewers
heirloom tomatoes, bocconcini, aged balsamic syrup
$5 per skewer
Cheese & Charcuterie
cured meats, artisanal cheese, accompaniments
$12 per guest
Lowcountry Dips
pimento cheese dip, spinach and artichoke dip, blue crab dip, toast points, pita chips, Ritz crackers
$12 per guest
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Lunch & Dinner Stations
We recommend selecting 2-3 stations All stations are priced for the total number of guests in attendance
Poogan’s Porch’s Famous Shrimp & Grits
andouille sausage, onions, peppers, Tasso ham gravy
$34 per guest
Braised Short Rib
roasted fingerling potatoes, jus, broccolini
$38 per guest
Prime Rib
whipped potatoes, au jus, horseradish sauce
$42 per guest
Oysters (Chef-Attended)
raw and Rockefeller with accompaniments
$24 per guest
Lowcountry Tacos
flour tortillas, Carolina Gold “green” rice host selects two proteins: pulled pork • smoked chicken • ground beef mixed vegetables • garlic shrimp host selects four toppings: slaw • pickled red onion • sour cream pico de gallo • corn & black bean relish cheddar cheese • guacamole • salsa verde
$28 per guest
Lowcountry Boil
local shrimp, corn, potatoes, andouille sausage, cocktail sauce, lemons, hot sauce
$35 per guest
add crab for $20 per guest | add lobster for $30 per guest
Fried Chicken Picnic
boneless or bone-in chicken, biscuits, hot honey, pickles host selects two sides:
whipped potatoes • mac & cheese • potato salad
collard greens • buttered broccoli
$29perguest
Barbecue Buffet
pulled pork, sweet rolls, pickles, housemade sauces host selects two sides:
whipped potatoes • mac & cheese • potato salad collard greens • buttered broccoli
$30
Sou banana pudding • se se sele
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Brunch Stations
We recommend selecting 2-3 stations All stations are priced for the total number of guests in attendance
Smoked Salmon Display
mini bagels, cream cheese, capers, tomatoes, red onion
$18 per guest
Continental Breakfast
assorted pastries with jams & jellies, seasonal fruit, yogurt parfaits, buttermilk biscuits, honey butter
$26 per guest
Poogan’s Porch’s Famous Shrimp & Grits
andouille sausage, onions, peppers, Tasso ham gravy
$26 per guest
Tomato Pie Frittata
egg whites, confit heirloom tomatoes, herbs, Southern cheeses
$24 per guest
Composed Lowcountry Breakfast
scrambled eggs, buttermilk biscuits, honey butter
host selects one protein: pork sausage • turkey sausage • bacon host selects one side:
breakfast potatoes or grits
$22 per guest
Fried Chicken & Waffles
honey butter,bourbonpeaches,huckleberry syrup
$24perguest
Biscuits & Gravy
scrambled eggs
$15 per guest
French Toast Bread Pudding
crème anglaise, candied pecans
$15 per guest
Chef-Attended Omelet Station
farm-fresh whole eggs and egg whites, cheddar cheese, goat cheese, bacon, spinach, mushrooms, onions, bell peppers, tomatoes
$24 per guest
Avocado Toast
sliced cherry tomatoes, grapefruit, feta, arugula, kosher salt, coarse black pepper
$16 per guest
Oatmeal Bowl
baked apples, dried fruit, pecans, brown sugar
$10 per guest
Brunch Station Additions
Buttermilk Biscuits (+$5 per guest)
Farm-Fresh Scrambled Eggs (+$7 per guest)
Breakfast Potatoes (+$7 per guest)
Bacon (+$7 per guest)
Pork Sausage (+$7 per guest)
Turkey Sausage (+$7 per guest)
Hashbrown Casserole (+$9 per guest)
Assorted Breakfast Pastries (+$12 per guest)
Fruit Salad (+$8 per guest)
Grits with Cheese (+$7 per guest)
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Plated Menus
Please note: Plated menu selections and seating assignments are due 14 days prior to your event
Southern Sunrise Brunch
$38 per guest
Southern Traditions Dinner
$56 per guest | add biscuits for $3 per guest
Poogan’s Famous Buttermilk Biscuits
whipped honey butter
Starter Entrée
Host selects two
Tomato Pie Frittata
egg whites, confit heirloom tomatoes, herbs, Southern cheeses, breakfast potatoes
Poogan’s Porch’s Famous Shrimp & Grits
andouille sausage, onions, peppers, Tasso ham gravy
Fried Chicken & Waffles honey butter, bourbon peaches, huckleberry syrup
Avocado Toast
sliced cherry tomatoes, grapefruit, feta, arugula, kosher salt, coarse black pepper
Biscuits & Gravy scrambled eggs
Petite Green Salad field greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, balsamic vinaigrette
Starter Entrée
Host selects two
Southern Fried Chicken boneless or bone-in chicken, hoppin’ john, collard greens, hot honey
Poogan’s Porch’s Famous Shrimp & Grits andouille sausage, onions, peppers, Tasso ham gravy
Sweet Tea-Glazed Salmon jalapeño hushpuppy, asparagus, citrus gremolata
Country Fried Pork Chop green gumbo, “dirty rice”
Dessert
Southern Banana Puddin’ Nilla wafers, whipped cream
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Plated Menus
Please note: Plated menu selections and seating assignments are due 14 days prior to your event
Southern Specialties Dinner
$65 per guest | add biscuits for $3 per guest
Southern Delights Dinner
$78 per guest
Starters
Wedge Salad
bacon, bleu cheese, tomatoes, egg, ranch dressing
Starter Entrée
Host selects two
Braised Beef Short Rib roasted fingerling potatoes, Brussels sprouts, fresh horseradish
Poogan’s Porch’s Famous Shrimp & Grits
andouille sausage, onions, peppers, Tasso ham gravy
Southern Fried Chicken
boneless or bone-in chicken, hoppin’ john, collard greens, hot honey
Lump Crab Cakes broccolini, field pea & corn succotash, baby sorrel
Gorgonzola-Crusted Pork Chop
sweet potato purée, Brussels sprout hash
Dessert
Key Lime Pie whipped cream
Poogan’s Famous Buttermilk Biscuits
whipped honey butter
and host selects one of the following:
She-Crab Soup sherry, lump crab
Seasonal Grilled Fruit Salad
arugula, goat cheese, candied pecans, balsamic vinaigrette
Entrée
Host selects three
Beef Tenderloin Filet
collard gratin, caramelized cipollini onion demi, micro herbs
Poogan’s Porch’s Famous Shrimp & Grits andouille sausage, onions, peppers, Tasso ham gravy
Crispy Pork Belly
white cheddar grit cake, apple chow chow, chili crisp
Lump Crab Cakes
broccolini, field pea & corn succotash, baby sorrel
Seared Scallops
polenta, wilted spinach, huckleberry syrup, citrus gremolata
Chicken & Dumplings
herb-crusted chicken, gnocchi, red wine demi
Dessert
Pecan Pie
caramel drizzle
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Lunch & Dinner Buffets
Buffets are displayed for self-service for one hour
Carolina Classics Buffet
$48 per guest | add biscuits for $5 per guest
Salad
Southern Spring Salad bacon, cheddar, tomatoes, balsamic vinaigrette
Proteins
Sweet-Tea Glazed Salmon
Southern Fried Chicken (boneless or bone-in)
Sides
Whipped Potatoes Collard Greens
Southern Heritage Buffet
$58 per guest | add biscuits for $5 per guest
Braised Beef Short Rib Garlic Shrimp Salad
Strawberry Fields Salad red onions, strawberries, goat cheese, southern pecan praline, balsamic vinaigrette
Proteins
Sides
Carolina Gold Rice Broccolini
Lowcountry Legacy Buffet
$70 per guest | add biscuits for $5 per guest
Herb-Crusted Beef Tenderloin Crab-Stuffed Trout Salad
Chopped Wedge Salad bacon, bleu cheese, tomatoes, egg, ranch dressing
Proteins
Roasted Fingerling Potatoes Sides
Smoked Gouda Mac & Cheese
Brussels Sprout Hash
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Lunch & Dinner Buffets
Buffets are displayed for self-service for one hour
Desserts
Southern Sweet Treats
banana pudding • mini key lime pie • chocolate mousse
select one: $6 per guest | select two: $9 per guest | select three: $12 per guest
Whole Key Lime Pie
six slices per pie
$30 each
Whole Pecan Pie
six slices per pie
$30 each
Buffet Substitutions & Upgrades
• Buffets that include standard sides may substitute any standard side at no additional charge
• If you’d like to upgrade a standard side to a premium side, there is a $3 per person charge per upgraded side
• Buffets that include premium sides may substitute any side standard or premium at no additional charge
• Something special in mind? We’re happy to provide a custom quote to suit your tastes
Standard Sides
Whipped Potatoes
Collard Greens
Carolina Gold Rice
Mac & Cheese
Green Beans
Goat Cheese Polenta
White Cheddar Grits
Sweet Potato Purée
Premium Sides
Brussels Sprout Hash
Hoppin’ John
Roasted Fingerling Potatoes
Collard Gratin
Broccolini
Asparagus
Smoked Gouda Mac & Cheese
Field Pea & Corn Succotash
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Bar Packages
Our bar packages require a minimum of two hours of service for optimal enjoyment
Eye-Opener Brunch Bar
$12 per guest over age 21, per hour
Southern Bloody Marys
pickled okra, olives, lemons
Classic & Peach Mimosas
Barley & Bottles
$12 per guest over age 21, per hour
Beer
Coors Banquet • Miller Lite • Michelob Ultra
Yuengling • Stella Artois • Corona • White Claw
Wine
Chardonnay • Pinot Grigio • Sparkling Wine
Pinot Noir • Cabernet Sauvignon
Market Street
$15 per guest over age 21, per hour
Beer
Coors Banquet • Miller Lite • Michelob Ultra
Yuengling • Stella Artois • Corona • White Claw
Wine
Chardonnay • Pinot Grigio • Sparkling Wine
Pinot Noir • Cabernet Sauvignon
Spirits
Tito’s Handmade Vodka • Tanqueray Gin • Bacardi Rum
Jim Beam Bourbon • Exotico Blanco Tequila
High Spirits
$18 per guest over age 21, per hour
Beer
Coors Banquet • Miller Lite • Michelob Ultra
Yuengling • Stella Artois • Corona • White Claw
Munkle Pilsner* • Westbrook IPA*
Wine
Chardonnay • Pinot Grigio • Sparkling Wine
Pinot Noir • Cabernet Sauvignon
Spirits
Ketel One Vodka • Hendrick’s Gin • Mt Gay Rum
Maker's Mark Bourbon • Don Julio Blanco Tequila
Lowcountry Local
$18 per guest over age 21, per hour
Beer
Coors Banquet • Miller Lite • Michelob Ultra
Yuengling • Stella Artois • Corona • White Claw
Munkle Pilsner* • Westbrook IPA*
Wine
Chardonnay • Pinot Grigio • Sparkling Wine
Pinot Noir • Cabernet Sauvignon
Local Spirits*
Firefly Vodka • Nippitaty Gin • Striped Pig Rum
Virgil Kaine Bourbon
* = I’m local!
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Bar Package Inclusions & Enhancements
Enjoy our standard inclusions, or enhance your event with specialty cocktails, champagne toasts, and more
Bar Package Inclusions
Standard Garnishes
lemons • limes • cherries
Champagne Flutes, Rocks Glasses, and Wine Glasses
Mixers and Fountain Beverages
Coca-Cola • Diet Coke • Sprite • ginger ale • club soda • tonic water
cranberry juice • orange juice • grapefruit juice • sweet tea • unsweetened tea • lemonade
Custom Cocktails
Have a custom cocktail in mind? Let’s see how we can make it part of your celebration ask us for a custom quote!
Specialty Cocktails
upgrade any bar package to include ingredients and glassware for our specialty cocktails
Aperol Spritz – Aperol, sparkling wine, oranges
Martini – Tito’s Handmade Vodka, olives, sweet vermouth, dry vermouth
Espresso Martini – Three Olives Espresso Vodka, Kahlua
Margarita – Exotico Blanco Tequila, sour mix, Triple Sec
Old Fashioned – Maker’s Mark Bourbon, bitters, oranges
Moscow Mule – Tito’s Handmade Vodka, ginger beer
Add to Beer & Wine or Eye-Opener packages: 1 for $5 per guest | 2 for $7 per guest | 3 for $12 per guest
Add to Beer, Wine, & Spirits Packages: 1 for $3 per guest | 2 for $5 per guest | 3 for $10 per guest
Champagne Toasts
Standard Champagne Toast
$8 per guest
Premium Champagne Toast (Veuve Clicquot) $20 per guest
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Non-Alcoholic Beverage Options
Priced per guest for four hours (Note: If you ’ ve selected a bar package, fountain beverages are included )
Fountain Beverages
$5 per guest
Coca-Cola • Diet Coke • Sprite • ginger ale • club soda tonic water • cranberry juice • grapefruit juice
orange juice • sweet tea • unsweetened tea • lemonade
Hot Coffee Station
$8 per guest
regular brewed coffee • decaffeinated brewed coffee creamer (dairy and non-dairy) • sugar assorted sweeteners
Mocktails
add two to any beverage or bar package for $6 per guest
Sweet Sereni-tea
sweet tea, blackberry purée, muddled mint, simple syrup
Blueberry Grove No-jito
Ritual Rum (Zero-Proof), muddled blueberries, fresh lime, simple syrup, mint, soda water
Ginger Joyride
Ritual Gin (Zero-Proof), muddled raspberries, honey syrup, lemon ju
Cranberry Cooler
cranberry juice, lime juice, rosemary honey syrup, ginger b
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Frequently Asked Questions
Food & Beverage
Can your culinary team accommodate my guests’ allergies or special dietary requests?
AWe'reallaboutcateringtoyourneeds,whetherit'sallergies,dietaryrestrictions,or plant-basedpreferenceslikeveganandvegetarianoptions.Justgiveusplentyofnotice, andwe’llmakesureeveryonecanenjoytheirmealworry-free!
Forsteakandsalmon,we'llservethemmediumunlessdiscussedotherwise
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Do you provide meals for the vendors who will be present during meal service at my event?
AOfcourse!We'remorethanhappytoprovidemealsforthehardworkingfolkshelpingto makeyoureventspecial Theirmealswillbebasedonyourmenuselectionsand convenientlyincludedinyourfinalbill
Do I have to source any third-party catering vendors for food & beverage service at my event?
AWe’vebeenmasteringtheartofSoutherncuisinesince1976,soyoucouldsaywe're expertsinthefield We'retheexclusiveprovidersoffoodanddrinks–nooutside cateringisneeded!Ourmenusarecustomizable,andwe'reheretocollaboratewith youeverystepoftheway
When do I need to provide my menu selections and bar details? What about the guest list?
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Your final menu selections and bar details are due 30 days before your event Because food costs can change with the seasons, menu prices might vary – but don't worry, we'll confirm all the details with you before your selections are due.
Regarding the guest list – we'll need those final numbers 14 days before your event If you're opting for plated meals, send us an email at sales@pooganshospitality com with your guests' names, meal choices, and any dietary needs or allergies We can provide you with an easy template if needed
For hosts with plated meals, we'll need place cards with guest names and their selected entrées. Want us to handle the printing? We'll take care of it for just $3 per card.
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Do you provide bar services? When is “last call”? Do I have to hire bartenders or rent glassware?
AWe're proud to offer a wide selection of non-alcoholic options in addition to beers, wines, and spirits, including local options
Our bar packages start with a two-hour minimum and are priced per guest. We also offer a consumption bar, where drinks are charged per order on the host’s final bill, or a cash bar Cash bars require a $250 setup fee but do not require an additional service charge
We handle the pouring – no self-service here, but don't worry, you're in good hands with our talented bartenders! As the party winds down, we'll give your guests a friendly heads-up with a "Last Call" 15 minutes before we wrap up the bar service We kindly ask that no outside alcohol joins the party
We've got you covered when it comes to glassware! We provide martini glasses, mule mugs, wine glasses, rocks glasses, and champagne flutes so every sip is served in style.
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Can I bring in my own cake? Do you provide cake-cutting services if I do?
Count us in! Should you choose to bring in your own cake, we can take care of cutting it for you There's a small fee of $3 per guest for this service
Do you provide any menu tastings prior to our menu selections due date?
For weddings only, we offer a complimentary menu tasting We look forward to welcoming you to a personalized experience where you'll get to sample the flavors and dishes that will make your wedding meal truly unforgettable
QDo you offer menus or special pricing for children?
AWe love welcoming little guests to Poogan’s Courtyard! For children 12 and under, we offer special pricing buffet and station meals are 50% of the adult price Hosts opting for plated meals can offer a $15 chicken tender plate with mac & cheese, broccoli, and dessert