36th & Locust Walk, Philadelphia, PA


Wedding Receptions

Wedding Menu Ideas

There are countless possibilities for a wedding menu plan. Listed below are four examples based on weddings that we have catered in the past. These menus illustrate a variety of styles and prices. Two are "buffet," and two are "sit down" menu choices.

NOTES: SET-UP & PRICES | #1: SUMMER BUFFET | #2: CASUAL SIT-DOWN DINNER | #3: ELEGANT BUFFET | #4: SUMPTUOUS SIT-DOWN RECEPTION

The events listed below are based on a four hour reception, consisting of: Hors d'Oeuvres (1+ hour), Buffet or Sit-Down Meal (1 _ hours), and Dessert(1 hour). All events include fresh vegetables, homemade rolls and butter, coffee, hot tea, iced tea and fountain sodas.

Prices INCLUDE the following:

  • Open Bar (house liquors) during the Hors d'Oeuvres period
  • plus house Red and White wine with the meal.

All prices plus tax and 18% gratuity.

NOTES: SET-UP & PRICES | #1: SUMMER BUFFET | #2: CASUAL SIT-DOWN DINNER | #3: ELEGANT BUFFET | #4: SUMPTUOUS SIT-DOWN RECEPTION | TOP


Wedding #1: Summer Buffet (Price $45 / per person)

Hors d'Oeuvres

  • Angel Biscuits with Smoked Turkey and Plum Sauce
  • Colorful Vegetable Crudites with assorted Dips
  • Mini Herb Scones with smoked salmon and Boursin
  • Chinese Roast Pork with honey Mustard Sauce

Buffet Entrees

  • Grilled Basil Marinated Chicken with Pesto
  • Mini Beef Filets with Bernaise
  • Vegetable Kabobs with Creamy Herb Dip
  • Chicken and Wild Mushroom Lasagna

Salads

  • Mixed Greens with Raspberry-Walnut Vinaigrette
  • Tomato Mozzarella Salad
  • Risotto with Fresh Peas and Mushrooms

Dessert

  • Mini Apple Caramel Tarts
  • Carrot Cake
  • Assorted Homemade Butter Cookies
  • Fresh Raspberries and Strawberries

NOTES: SET-UP & PRICES | #1: SUMMER BUFFET | #2: CASUAL SIT-DOWN DINNER | #3: ELEGANT BUFFET | #4: SUMPTUOUS SIT-DOWN RECEPTION | TOP

Wedding #2: Casual "Sit-Down" Dinner

(Price $38 / per person)

Hors d'Oeuvres

  • Jalepeno Cheese Poppers
  • Smoked Salmon Mousse with Herbed Toastpoints
  • Imported Cheeses with Fresh Fruit
  • Roasted Red Pepper Crostini

Salad Course

  • Boston Vinaigrette

Main Course

  • Chicken with her "Hat" (with Puff Pastry and Mushroom Tarragon Cream Sauce)

Dessert

  • Belgian White and Dark Chocolate Cheesecake

NOTES: SET-UP & PRICES | #1: SUMMER BUFFET | #2: CASUAL SIT-DOWN DINNER | #3: ELEGANT BUFFET | #4: SUMPTUOUS SIT-DOWN RECEPTION | TOP

Wedding #3: Elegant Buffet

(Price $60 / per person)

Hors d'Oeuvres

  • Lobster Salad in Mini Tartlett Shells
  • Pate tray with assorted Breads and Toastpoints
  • Ginger Scallion Chicken Wontons w/ Apricot Dipping sauce
  • Shrimp Quesadillas
  • Hummus, Guacomole, and Red Pepper Dips with Colorful Crudites, Pita, and Tortilla Chips

Buffet Stations

Salad Station:

  • Virginia Lee Chicken Salad
  • Mixed Greens with Balsamic Vinaigrette
  • California Rice salad with Bay Scallops

Carving Station:

  • Prime Rib with Horseradish Whipped Cream
  • Roast Turkey with Salsa Mayonnaise
  • Poached Glazed Fresh Norwegian Salmon

Pasta Station, prepared to order:

  • Angel Hair pasta with various Ingredients, such as Chicken, Asparagus, Shrimp, Lump Crabmeat, Homemade Tomato Sauce, Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Dessert

  • Mini Homemade Fruit tartlettes
  • Chocolate Covered strawberries
  • Pear Galette, and
  • light and dark Chocolate Cheesecake


NOTES: SET-UP & PRICES | #1: SUMMER BUFFET | #2: CASUAL SIT-DOWN DINNER | #3: ELEGANT BUFFET | #4: SUMPTUOUS SIT-DOWN RECEPTION | TOP

Wedding #4: Sumptuous "Sit-Down" Reception

(Price $57 / per person)

Hors d'Oeuvres

  • Steamed and Chilled Shrimp with Cocktail and remoulade Sauces
  • Scandanavian Canapes
  • California Roll Crab Sushi with Tamari Dipping Sauce
  • Phyllo Triangles with Roasted Peppers and Three Cheeses
  • Marinated Grilled Lamb Lillipops with Dijon Dip

First Course, Choice of:

  • Caeser Salad or
  • Finnish Vegetable Soup

Entree, Choice of:

  • Beef Filet Steak, cooked to order, with Provencal Sauce or
  • Fresh Grilled Swordfish with Orange Butter and Citrus Sections

Dessert

  • Homemade Ice Cream and Sorbet Sampler
  • Mini Peach Melba and Chocolate "West Philadelphia"

Champagne Toast

NOTES: SET-UP & PRICES | #1: SUMMER BUFFET | #2: CASUAL SIT-DOWN DINNER | #3: ELEGANT BUFFET | #4: SUMPTUOUS SIT-DOWN RECEPTION | TOP

Special Notes about Set-Up and prices for Catered Events

Receptions Held in the Palladium Main Dining Room

The prices listed under "Wedding Menu Ideas" are based on holding receptions in the Palladium main dining room, which can accommodate up to 110 seated or 175 standing. Depending on the exact date and time of your event, there may be a charge for the use of the room. Included in the price are our regular tables, chairs, linen, silverware, glassware, flowers, candles, and other essential items. These standard supplies are very high quality; still you are still permitted to make other arrangements, for an additional charge. Such arrangements could include, for example, round tables, white chairs, elaborate flower arrangements. We are more than happy to help you tailor your wedding arrangements to your specific requirements.  

Receptions Held at Other Locations

Other rooms in this building: Located below the restaurant are the Wine cellar and the Lower lounge. These are more casual spaces than the Palladium, which can each accommodate about 75 people (seated). They can be combined to accommodate up to 150 people (seated). This space is also available for a wedding ceremony.

Other nearby rooms: We are an approved caterer for all University of Pennsylvania campus locations, including Bodek Lounge in Houston Hall (1/2 block away, capacity 300 people seated, old-fashioned style), and other Penn locations. In addition, we are approved caterers for: International House (37th & Chestnut, various rooms, capacity 100-250,modern); First District Plaza (38th & Market, up to 1200 people, modern); plus a number of Fairmount Park Historic Houses in Philadelphia (various capacities).

Use of Palladium Outdoor Terrace

In warm weather, it may be possible to use our tree-lined outdoor terrace on Locust Walk (seating for up to 70 people), for an additional charge. A canopy which covers a portion of the terrace can also be rented.

NOTES: SET-UP & PRICES | #1: SUMMER BUFFET | #2: CASUAL SIT-DOWN DINNER | #3: ELEGANT BUFFET | #4: SUMPTUOUS SIT-DOWN RECEPTION | TOP