a celebration with two bands

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from traditional ballroom weddings to an unconventional exchanging of vows overlooking michigan avenue, hard rock hotel chicago would love to help you say “i do.”

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with multiple locations for dramatic aisles for the ceremony and stylish reception

spaces featuring unparalleled city views, the options are endless.

Beautifully blending equal parts classic elegance and avant-garde

irreverence, Hard Rock Hotel Chicago is anything but predictable.

Our experienced event planners will gladly take care of every

detail, from the rehearsal dinner to the bouquet toss. With

impeccable service delivery, an incomparable culinary team and

a staff bursting with fresh ideas to add glamour and glitz to your

wedding, we are committed to focusing on your big day details

while you focus on more important things, like your vows.

You and your guests will love our picture-perfect setting minutes from

the Magnificent Mile, the Loop, Lake Michigan and Millennium Park.

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chicago’s prime location

provides a one-of-a-kind

backdrop to celebrate a

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menusTogether with your catering representative, we will design a menu made for your special day. Prices are current and may be confirmed six months prior to your wedding date. Pricing in this menu is not inclusive of all applicable taxes and service charges.

tastingWe are happy to welcome you to sample the wedding dinner. Menu tastings are complimentary for up to four guests and will be scheduled Tuesday - Friday.

linen & table arrangementsTwo linen choices are available for your event: white and black. We offer 60” and 72” round tables that can accommodate up to 12 guests per table. All china, silverware and glassware are included. Clear votive candles and a dance floor are also complimentary.

guaranteesYour seating chart and final guest attendance count are due three business days prior to the event.

accommodationsWe are pleased to offer you an amazing Hard Rock Hotel Chicago experience by providing the happy couple with a complimentary guest room for the night of your wedding. For the parents of the bride and groom, we would be happy to offer complimentary upgrades for their stay.

Complimentary breakfast in bed for the bride and groom will be delivered the morning after the wedding.

To celebrate one year together, we would like to welcome you back to Hard Rock Hotel Chicago with a complimentary one night stay on your anniversary or any other special day thereafter, based upon availability.

additionsWe are happy to create special menus for children and accommodate special dietary requirements for post-wedding brunches.

ceremony arrangementsFor those who wish to host their ceremony with us, we are happy to provide a rehearsal room the day prior. An additional fee of $500.00 will apply for a ceremony setup.

deposits & paymentsA $3,000.00 deposit is required to secure your desired date. The full estimated pre-payment is due three business days prior to the event.

valet parking & coat checkPreferred valet parking rates are available for guests attending your event. Coat check service is available for $150.00 per attendant.

ask usPlease feel free to ask your catering representative about recommendations for wedding consultants, pâtisseries, florists, bands, DJs and photographers.

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{ diamond wedding package }

– cocktail reception –our package includes six pieces of hors d’oeuvres per guest.

– dinner menu –selection of three courses:

soup, salad, entrée, dessert, late night snacks

– beverage service –a four hour bar package and wine service with dinner and a champagne toast are included.

– prices –poultry selections start at $125.00 per person

fish selections start at $140.00 per person beef selections start at $150.00 per person

*prices do not reflect tax and service charge

{ cocktail hour }

– passed hors d’oeuvres –please choose six selections from the list below based upon one piece of hors d’oeuvres per guest.

cold:shrimp ceviche shooters

truffle-infused goat cheese profiteroles

tuna tartare, crisped wonton, lemon aioli

hummus, grilled vegetables, feta, pita crostini

baby tomato and mozzarella mini martinis

chicken liver mousse, port wine cherry crostini

chilled yellow tomato gazpacho shooters

hot:wild mushroom profiteroles

firecracker wonton shrimp, sweet chili sauce

mini brie grilled cheese, dried cherry preserve

mini braised beef short ribs, crispy onions,balsamic herb salad

chicken lettuce cups, sweet chili plum sauce

beef sliders, caramelized onions, cheddar cheese

maryland crab bites, cajun rémoulade

{ salads }

{ soups }

yukon gold potato leeksmoked gouda, pancetta bacon

chicken consommébrunoise spring vegetable, chicken quenelle

roasted butternut squash soupcinnamon puff pastry croutons, orange crème

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all entrées include a selection of rolls and butter, freshly brewed regular and decaffeinated coffee and a selection of herbal teas.

guests may choose between three entrée options. a guarantee for each entrée must be presented to your catering representative three business days prior to your event. higher priced entrée

prevails for all selections.

basil tomatobaby mixed greens, sliced roma tomatoes,

fresh mozzarella, basil vinaigrette

wedge iceberg lettuce, pancetta, blue cheese,

marinated baby vegetables, blue cheese dressing

beetred and gold beets, almonds, mandarin oranges, creamy goat cheese dressing

friséebacon crisps, hard-boiled egg, haricots verts,

dijon mustard vinaigrette

balsamic marinated chicken breast

sautéed baby green beans, boursin cheese polenta,

tomato basil vinaigrette

honey-brined young chicken

sweet potato and apple hash, sautéed asparagus,

cider-thyme jus

yukon gold potato napoleon

bell peppers, zucchini, fennel, portabello mushrooms,

tomato-basil coulis

zucchini “fettuccini”field mushrooms, black olives,

toasted pine nuts

rosemary roasted norwegian salmon

french green lentils, sautéed baby vegetables, roasted red

pepper coulis

pesto and brie crusted swordfish

parmesan polenta cake, grilled asparagus, red and yellow

tomato vinaigrettes

filet of beef parsnip puree, baby vegetables

black peppercorn, red wine reduction

braised beef short ribs horseradish mashed potatoes,

sautéed julienne vegetables, crispy onions, red wine beef reduction

{ desserts }

– wedding cake –our package includes the option of having a plated dessert served as a part of your three course dinner.

your catering representatives are happy to recommend cake vendors.

{ late night snacks }

{ hard rock bar package }four hours of service are included in our wedding package

manjari chocolate flourless cake, chocolate cream, dark

chocolate mousse

grand marnier mousse bombeorange mousse, raspberry jam-filled roulade

maevapassion fruit curd brûlée, red berry coulis,

banana cake

fresh fruit tartvanilla cream, seasonal fruit

beef slidersamerican cheese, pickle

mozzarella cheese sticks

marinara dipping sauce

chicken tendersbbq honey mustard dip

pizza puffsranch dip

mac and cheesemini fried bites

mini tacosnacho cheese dipping sauce

buffalo chicken wings

blue cheese dip, celery

– wine/champagne –bouvet brut

sparkling winecanyon road

california chardonnaycanyon road

cabernet sauvignon

– domestic beer – budweiserbud light

– imported beer – heineken

amstel light

– non-alcoholic – buckler

• one bartender per 75 guests is included •

– l iquor –ketel one vodkatanqueray gin

jack daniel’s whiskeyjohnnie walker red scotch

bacardi gold rum milagro tequila

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{ platinum wedding package }

– cocktail reception –our package includes four pieces of hors d’oeuvres per guest.

– dinner menu –selection of two courses:

soupsalad

entrée

The wedding cake will be served as your dessert course.

– beverage service –a four hour bar package and wine service with dinner are included.

– prices –poultry selections start at $110.00 per person

fish selections start at $120.00 per person beef selections start at $130.00 per person

*prices do not reflect tax and service charge

{ cocktail hour }

– passed hors d’oeuvres –please choose four selections from the list below based upon two pieces of hors d’ oeuvres per guest.

cold:truffle-infused goat cheese profiteroles

hummus, grilled vegetables, feta, pita crostini

baby tomato, mozzarella salad

chicken liver mousse, port wine cherry crostini

chilled yellow tomato gazpacho shooters

hot:wild mushroom profiteroles

firecracker wonton shrimp, sweet chili sauce

mini brie grilled cheese, dried cherry preserve

mini braised beef short ribs, crispy onions, balsamic herb salad

chicken lettuce cups, sweet chili plum sauce

{ salads }

{ soups }

yukon gold potato leeksmoked gouda, pancetta bacon

chicken consommébrunoise spring vegetable, chicken quenelle

roasted butternut squashcinnamon puff pastry croutons, orange crème

{ entrées }

all entrées include a selection of rolls and butter, freshly brewed regular and decaffeinated coffee and a selection of herbal teas.

guests may choose between two entrée options. a guarantee for each entrée must be presented to your catering representative three business days prior to your event. higher priced entrée

prevails for all selections.

basil tomatobaby mixed greens, sliced roma tomatoes,

fresh mozzarella, basil vinaigrette

wedgeiceberg lettuce, pancetta, blue cheese,

marinated baby vegetables, blue cheese dressing

beetred and gold beets, almonds, mandarin oranges

with creamy goat cheese dressing

friséebacon crisps, hard-boiled egg, haricots verts,

dijon mustard vinaigrette

balsamic marinated chicken breast

sautéed baby green beans, boursin cheese polenta,

tomato basil vinaigrette

honey-brined young chicken

sweet potato and apple hash sautéed asparagus,

cider-thyme jus

yukon gold potato napoleon

bell peppers, zucchini, fennel, portabello mushrooms,

tomato-basil coulis

zucchini “fettuccini”field mushrooms, black olives,

toasted pine nuts

rosemary roasted norwegian salmon french green lentils, sautéed baby vegetables, roasted red

pepper coulis

pesto and brie crusted swordfish

parmesan polenta cake, grilled asparagus, red and yellow tomato

vinaigrettes

grilled beef sirloinparsnip puree, baby vegetables,

black peppercorn, red wine reduction

– wine/champagne –canyon road

california chardonnaycanyon road

cabernet sauvignon

– domestic beer – budweiserbud light

– imported beer – heineken

amstel light

– non-alcoholic – buckler

– l iquor –ketel one vodkatanqueray gin

jack daniel’s whiskeyjohnnie walker red scotch

bacardi gold rum milagro tequila

{ wedding cake }

for your dessert course, your wedding cake will be sliced and served by our chef, then presented on a dessert plate with seasonal fresh berries.

your catering representatives are happy to recommend cake vendors.

{ hard rock bar package }four hours of service are included in our wedding package.

• one bartender per 75 guests is included •