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THE BOARDING HOUSE | 720 NORTH WELLS, CHICAGO, IL 60654 | 312.280-0720 | BOARDINGHOUSECHICAGO.COM | [email protected]

SPECIAL EVENTS


The Boarding House Special Events Contact: Amy Ermatinger Phone: 312-280-0720Email: [email protected]

ENTERTAIN THE POSSIBILITIES

THE BOARDING HOUSEOpened in 2012 by Proprietor and Master Somme-lier Alpana Singh, The Boarding House is located in the heart of Chicago’s River North neighbor-hood in a historic, multi-level building dating back to 1872. The restaurant includes an intimate, subterranean Cellar, a bustling first floor bar, and a dining room showcasing Alpana’s carefully curated wine list that compliment’s Executive Chef Tanya Baker’s Mediterranean-inspired cuisine.

THE MENUExecutive Chef Baker’s focus at The Boarding House lies in preparing simple, seasonal and visu-ally appealing dishes. She applies a ‘less is more’ philosophy adding interesting and elegant elements along the way. Whether you’re planning a festive standing reception, an elegant seated dinner or a casual gathering in our bar, you’ll discover our pri-vate dining menu offers a wide variety of seafood, meat and vegetarian and dessert options to please every palate.

VALET PARKINGAvailable nightly and can also be arranged for pri-vate daytime events. Valet parking charges for your guests may be added to your bill.

CELEBRATE ANY OCCASION Private events are available for breakfast, lunch, brunch, dinner and cocktail receptions for groups of all sizes. Your meetings and special events will be truly momentous occasions when you reserve one of our beautifully appointed private and semi-private rooms in our historic building.

AUDIO VISUAL CAPABILITIESAudio-visual equipment is available for rent with most private dining rooms. Complimentary wire-less internet access is available in all areas of The Boarding House WINE INSPIRED DININGWine & spirits tastings are a fun and informal way to entertain clients or celebrate a special occasion. Our sommelier team is available to assist you in making your event one to remember.

SPECIAL AMENITIES & SERVICESRooms come furnished with complimentary use of house linen, votive candles, table numbers, and printed menus. Our Director of Special Events, Amy Ermatinger, will gladly assist you with any additional special needs including floral arrange-ments, entertainment, specialty cakes and more.

SPECIAL EVENTS


ROOM CAPACITY FOOD & BEV MINIMUM

Monday-Thursday

FOOD & BEV MINIMUM

Friday-Saturday

THEMEZZANINE

SEMIPRIVATE

18 SEATED AM $2000

25 RECEPTION PM $2500 $4000

THE WARDROOM

PRIVATE 40 SEATED AM $2200

40 RECEPTION PM $1500 $2200

THE DINING ROOM

FULLBUYOUT

120 SEATED AM $3000 $2500

140 RECEPTION PM $18,000 $22,500

THE CELLAR

PRIVATE 65 SEATED AM $3000 $2500

100 RECEPTION PM $1800 $2500

CHANDELIERBAR

SEMIPRIVATE

150 RECEPTION AMPLEASE INQUIRE

PM

FULL PROPERTY PRIVATE 450 RECEPTION AMPLEASE INQUIRE

PM

EVENT SPACES


EVENT SPACES

Spread across five floors spanning 13,000 square feet, The Boarding House features five distinct areas for private and semi-private dining for business din-ners, social luncheons and celebration receptions. Our team and facilities are at your service to ensure your event is successful and memorable. All rooms are wheelchair and elevator accessible except for the Mezzanine.


THE WINE CELLAR

THE WINE CELLAR 65 Seated ~ 100 Reception

The Wine Cellar is located in The Boarding House’s chic subterranean lounge space. The room features amber resin flooring, dramatic arched ceilings meant to evoke a wine cave and luxurious tufted leather banquettes. With it’s full bar and ample reception and dining areas, the space is incredibly versatile. The Wine Cellar is literally also the wine cellar for the entire Boarding House property so your guests will be able to view our 500+ selections in the cellar itself - the centerpiece of the room. The Wine Cellar is partially accessible for wheelchairs.


THE DINING ROOM

THE DINING ROOM120 Seated ~ 140 Reception

Beneath our spectacular lighting installation of over 4,600 Riesling bottles, the Main Dining Room of The Boarding House is one of the most stunning and ur-bane dining rooms in Chicago. 25-foot ceilings and soaring arched windows provide an elegant back-drop for twinkling city views, graphic silk wallpaper and grey suede banquets. Enjoy the space as-is or work with one of our experts to tailor the décor to suit the specific needs of your event. The main level of the dining room is completely wheelchair acces-sible and offers 3 private bathrooms.


THE WARD ROOM

THE WARD ROOM40 Seated ~ 40 Reception

The Ward Room is located on the second floor of The Boarding House and is a dedicated private dining room with two private restrooms. Named for the family of one of our owners, John Ward, the room is bathed in sun-light by day and features views of Chicago’s River North by night. The decor is a beautiful mix of golden patina, natural wood, and exposed natural brick. The neutral color palette serves as the perfect backdrop for all colors of flowers, table linens and other décor, while the gold-en champagne hues make the space quite celebratory on its own. Should you desire, the space is accessible via a private entrance on Wells street. The room is fully wheelchair accessible

The Mezzanine floats above the Main Dining Room and is eye level with the light installation. Sweeping views and a hushed ambiance are the luxury of this space, which is semi-private and benefits from the humming energy below. Amber lighting, windows facing Superior Street and library style shelving for our extensive glassware collection complete the space. The Mezzanine is only accessible by stairs so is not wheelchair accessible. Bathrooms are located one flight down.


THE MEZZANINE

THE MEZZANINE18 Seated ~ 25 Reception


THE CHANDELIER BAR

Toast your incoming guests with a celebratory welcome cocktail in our shimmering main bar. Enjoy sophisti-cated libations beneath our famed chandelier com-posed of nearly 10,000 wine glasses. The Chandelier Bar is an ideal entry for a property wide buy-out, but can also be partially booked for energetic happy-hour events, casual business gatherings, bachelor/bachelor-ette parties and celebrations of various sizes. Velvet wallpaper, dramatic lighting and cosmopolitan hues of gun-metal grey offer a muted flair to compliment every occasion. The Chandelier Bar is fully wheelchair accessible though all seating is bar-height.

THE CHANDELIER BAR 150 Reception


MENUS

EXECUTIVE CHEF

TANYA BAKER

Executive Chef Baker’s focus at The Boarding House lies in preparing simple, seasonal and visually ap-pealing dishes. She applies a ‘less is more’ phi-losophy when it comes to food and pays delicate attention to enhance each product’s natural beauty, adding fun and elegant elements along the way. A graduate of Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts in Chicago, Chef Tanya Baker joined The Boarding House’s opening team after serving as line cook and chef de cuisine in restaurants throughout the city. She was appointed executive chef in 2014 and was quickly recognized a chef on the rise by the Chicago Sun-Times. She has since been featured prominently in the Chicago Tribune, Northwest Indiana Times, Mandarin Quarterly, Thrillist and more. In 2015, the James Beard Foundation named Chef Baker as a fi-nalist in the Rising Star Chef category for the orga-nization’s annual, prestigious Awards. The Chicago Tribune’s restaurant critic Phil Vettel also recently awarded The Boarding House and Chef Baker with Three Stars.


Please contact our Event Planner for a quote your selection of hors d’oeuvres.Prices will be per dozen. Minimum order of two dozen required.

Oysters on the Half Shell, Mignonette

Curried Lamb Shank, Feuille de Brick, Mint Yogurt

Smoked Salmon, Dill Crème Fraiche, Crostini

Classic Shrimp Cocktail

Beef Tartare, Whole Grain Mustard, Cornichons, Crostini

Mushroom Puffs, Pecorino, Balsamic Reduction

Chick Pea Fritter, Tahini Vinaigrette

Pulled Pork Sliders, Apple & Jicama Slaw

Short Rib Sliders, Horseradish Mousse, Pickled Red Onion

Caprese Sliders, Buffalo Mozzarella, Tomato Basil Pesto

Pork Belly Sliders, Lemon Aioli, Arugula

Herbed Goat Cheese and Asparagus Crostini

Goat Cheese Arancini, Tomato Basil Sauce

Curried Chicken Thighs, Eggplant Puree, Tahini Vinaigrette, Pita Chip

Ahi Tuna, Chili, Cilantro, Citrus

Seafood Ceviche, Avocado Mousse, Serrano Chilies

Chilled Beets, Goat Cheese, Blood Orange, Pistachio

Grilled Octopus, Grilled Frisee, Olive Vierge

Seasonal Bruchetta

Fried Polenta Squares, Truffle Butter, Pecorino Cheese

Bacon Wrapped Dates, Piquillo Pepper Puree, Balsamic

Seasonal Soup Shooters (Chilled or Hot)

Black Bean Hummus Cups, Red Pepper Relish, Crackers

Classic Hummus Cups, Cumin Mignonette, Crackers

HORS D’OEUVRES


PASSED HORS D’OEUVRES(Choose Three)

See Previous Page for Complete List

• Short Rib Slider, Horseradish Mousse • Goat Cheese Arancini, Basil Tomato Sauce • Curried Lamb Shank, Crispy Phyllo, Mint Yogurt• Chickpea Fritter, Tahini Vinaigrette• Mushroom Puffs, Pecorino, Balsamic Reduction• Octopus, Squid Ink Aioli, Confit Potatoes,

Chorizo, Shishito Peppers, Grilled Lemon• Smoked Salmon, Crostini, Dilled Crème Fraiche• Classic Shrimp Cocktail • Beef Tartare, Chives, Mustard

ENTREES(Choose Three)

• Amish Chicken Breast, Honey Glazed, Piquillo Puree, Yukon Hash, Calabrian Chili

• Braised Short Ribs, Creamy Polenta, Piperade • Seasonal Risotto, Arborio Rice, Mascarpone

Cheese, Vegetables • Market Fish, Vegetable Puree, Roasted

Vegetables • Flat Iron Steak, Roasted Vegetables, Veal Jus • Scallops, Seasonal Puree, Roasted Vegetables,

Herb Salad • Vegetarian Lentils, Cauliflower, Harissa

FIRST COURSE(Choose One)

• Mixed Green Salad, Cherries, Feta Cheese, Spiced Walnuts, Champagne Vinaigrette

• Wedge Salad, Bacon, Tomato, Blue Cheese Vinaigrette

• Boarding House Caesar, Baby Romaine, Piquillo Peppers, Capers, Pecorino Cheese

• Market Salad, Field Greens, Seasonal Vegetables, Balsamic Vinaigrette

• Octopus, Squid Ink Aioli, Confit Potatoes, Chorizo, Shishito Peppers, Grilled Lemon

• Seasonal Soup (Hot or Cold) • Housemade Pasta, Seasonal Preparation• ($3 Additional per person)

DESSERTS(Choose Two)

• Seasonal Cheesecake • Carrot Cake • Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Sandwich • Flourless Chocolate Cake • Seasonal Fruit Sorbet

~ Or ~ • Pastry Chef Julia Fitting offers a sampling of mini

desserts to be served family style at the table

PLATED DINNER MENU

Plated dinners include passed Hors d’oeuvres, First Course, Entrée, Dessert and Bread Service $68 per person

$58 per person without passed Hors d’oeuvres

Additional courses and options can be added, please inquire for pricing

PRINTED MENUS WILL BE PRESENTED ON THE TABLES


Reception packages can be enhanced with a presentation station.Your guests will experience made-to-order samplings.

A $75.00 Chef Fee applies to Carvery Packages.Prices are listed per person ~ Minimum of 25 people

CARVERY Hand Carved Meats served with seasonal bread and a selection of condiments

Beef Tenderloin $31 Horseradish Cream and Mustards

Smoked Turkey Breast $21Cranberry Sauce, Honey Mustard

Glazed Bone-In Ham $21Mustard Sauce

PASTA $11Bowtie or Penne Pasta tossed with your choice of the following sauces Served with Parmesan Cheese, Crushed Red Pepper & Seasonal Bread

Traditional Marinara Basil Pesto Sauce Traditional Alfredo Sauce

RISOTTO An Assortment of Garden Vegetables blended with Mascarpone & Parmesan CheesesChicken $6 Shrimp $8Vegetarian $5

BRAISED CHICKEN THIGHS Seasonal Vegetable Ragout & Pesto $12

SEARED SALMON Seasonal Vegetable and Rice $14

RECEPTION PRESENTATION STATIONS

Prices are listed Per PersonMinimum of 20 People ~ Minimum Four Items Per Event


CHEF’S PACKAGE$45.00 Per Person

(Four below included)

Domestic and Imported Cheese Display with Fresh Fruit and Crackers ($12)Charcuterie Display with Imported Meats, Marinated Vegetables & Rustic Bread ($14)

Seasonal Fresh Fruit Platter ($8)House Smoked Salmon served with Traditional Condiments ($16)

DIPS & SPREADS $12Classic HummusBlack Bean HummusTzatzikiQuinoa Tabbouleh

CHILLED SEAFOOD TOWER/PLATTER $16Oysters on the Half Shell Crab SaladShrimp Cocktail Served with Fresh Citrus, Mignonette, & Cocktail Sauce

CRUDITE $6Fresh Cut Raw Vegetables, Lemon Aioli

GRILLED SEASONAL VEGETABLES $10Fresh Herbs, Lemon, Olive Oil

MARINATED OLIVES $6Roasted Peppers, Artichokes

ASSORTED COOKIES $6Julia’s Selection

ASSORTED MINI DESSERTS $14Variety of Cakes, Cookies & Tarts

PLATTERS AND DISPLAYS


Late night stations can be a great way for your guests to enjoy casual, convivial snacks conducive to a bar setting. Order these as cocktail provisions or as a late-night accompaniment

to drinks and dancing following a traditional seated dinner.Minimum of 25 people. Prices are per person.

SLIDERS $12Caprese, Mozzarella, Tomato, Basil Pesto Short Rob, Horseradish Cream, Pickled Red Onion Pork Belly, Lemon Aioli, Arugula Cheeseburgers, Caramelized Onions, Pickles

PIZZA $12Classic Margherita Italian Sausage & GiardineraMushroom & Truffle

TACO BAR $12Served with Corn Tortillas Pulled Pork SteakPico de Gallo & Tomatillo Salsa Queso Fresco Charred Jalapenos, Cilantro & Chopped Onions

MINI CHICAGO HOT DOGS $12Hot Dogs Diced TomatoesChopped Onions Sweet Pickle Relish & Dill Pickles Sport Peppers Yellow Mustard & Celery Salt

FRENCH FRIES/TRUFFLES FRIES $6KetchupAioli

PAPAS BRAVAS $8Paprika Aioli

FRIED BREADED SHRIMP 12Tartar & Cocktail Sauce

LATE NIGHT STATIONS


WINE AND LIBATIONS

We love wine at The Boarding House! Our wine list features a diverse range of offerings from across the globe selected by Proprietor Alpana Singh. She is one of 219 professionals worldwide (of whom 21 are women) who have earned the title of Master Som-melier. She and our team of Certified Sommeliers are available to assist you with pairing the perfect wines for your menu & individual needs. In addition, we also offer custom craft cocktails, domestic & import-ed beer and specialty spirits to add a festive flair to any occasion.

MASTER SOMMELIER

ALPANA SINGH


WINE Our wine list features over 450 wines from across the globe to accommodate a wide range of tastes and budgets. Please contact our Director of Special Events for a current wine list. In addi-tion, one of our on staff Certified Sommeliers is available to help you pair the perfect wines for your menu and event. Please note that pricing, vintage and availability are subject to change at any time. All wines will be charged as consumed.

BAR We offer a variety of ways to add a festive buzz to your celebration. In addition to the brands listed, we offer a selection of boutique spirits. Please ask our Director of Special Events for a com-plete list of offerings and prices.

A LA CARTE BAR (Priced per Drink)

PREMIUM BRANDS (EXAMPLES): Skyy, Tito’s, Bombay Gin, Sauza Gold Tequila, Dewar’s, Ba-cardi Rum

SUPER PREIUM BRANDS (EXAMPLES): Grey Goose, Ketel One, Patron Tequila, Sapphire Gin, Knob Creek Bourbon, Glenfiddich Scotch

BAR PACKAGESIncludes House Wines*, imported & domestic beers, aperitifs, cordials, soft drinks, coffee & tea. Please add additional $6 per guest for custom cocktails and martinis.

WINE AND LIBATIONS

Premium Cocktails $10 Super Premium Cocktails $12 Custom Cocktails $12 House White & Red Wine $10 Domestic Beer $6 Imported Beer (varies)

PREMIUM BAR 2 Hours $30 per guest 3 Hours $40 per guest 4 Hours $50 per guest

Mineral Water $6 Soft Drinks $3 Coffee, Hot & Iced Tea $3 Aperitifs $9 Cordials $10

SUPER PREMIUM BAR 2 Hours $40 per guest 3 Hours $50 per guest 4 Hours $60 per guest


SPECIAL SERVICES AND AMENITIES

• Customized Printed Menus• Floral Décor & Centerpieces• Specialty Linens • Audio Visual Equipment Rentals• Hosted Valet Service• Coat Check• Private Bars• Host & Hostess Gifts • Customized Baked Goods• Entertainment

Rooms come furnished with complimentary house linen, votive candles, table numbers, guest-pay car valet, and printed menus. Our Director of Special Events, Amy Ermatinger, will gladly assist you with any additional special needs in regard to your party, including but not limited to the following (please note additional charges may apply)


Upgraded Wines Available Upon RequestCash Bars Available, $150 Per Bartender Fee Applies

Wine and spirits tastings are a fun and informal way to entertain clients or celebrate a special oc-casion. Our team of Certified Sommeliers are available to assist you in making your event one to remember.

How to Taste Wines & Wine 101 This is an instructional seminar on how to taste wine like a professional sommelier utilizing the deductive tasting format to identify the grape, country, origin and vintage of a selection of wines. Learn how to describe the attributes of sight, smell and taste and how to put all the elements to-gether when pairing wines with food or selecting wines with confidence. This seminar is designed for both the novice and advanced enthusiast.

Team Building Blind Tasting Here’s a team building no one will dread. Your team will learn how to blind taste, identify and rate wines, then you’ll split into teams to taste, make decisions and compete for wine. Like in so many business situations, winning ideas can come from anywhere, but no boardroom work tastes this good or create this much fun. We can easily customize this program to fit your needs as a spouse program, client entertainment, a reward for staff or company social events.

Pairing Wine with Food One of our Certified Sommeliers will lead a tasting and discussion of the essentials of pairing wine with food. Your guests will learn why certain matches work and what to look for when se-lecting wines for everyday enjoyment or entertaining. This seminar can be tailored to a seated and coursed menu or paired with food stations for a mix and mingle reception style event.

Themed Wine Tastings A customized wine tasting can be created based on a wide variety of themes including Old World vs. New World, Hidden Gems, Best Value Wines, Entertaining With Wine and Classics vs. New Favorites. Our Certified Sommeliers will lead a tasting and discussion and offer your guests fun-to-learn takeaway tips that will increase their wine knowledge and enjoyment.

Spirits Tasting and Custom Cocktails Enhance your event with a tasting of specialty spirits such as Bourbon, Tequila or Single Malt Scotch. Our Bartending team is also available to create a custom cocktail for your event.

A Sommelier Fee will be applied to Interactive Wine Tastings led by one of our Certified Sommeliers. For information and pricing,

please contact our Director of Special Events, Amy Ermatinger. Wines will be charged on per consumption basis.

INTERACTIVE WINE AND SPIRITS TASTINGS


TASTINGSThe Boarding House offers complimentary tastings for weddings and property wide buyouts after a contract is signed. For smaller events, we invite you to come in with a reservation in The Din-ing Room or Chandelier Bar. Tastings are limited to 2 guests during week day (Monday through Thursday) services. DÉCOR & AMENITIES The Boarding House would be pleased to provide a choice of décor for your special occasion. We will coordinate details for florals, lighting, props, themed linens, specialty equipment. Fur-thermore we proved professional calligraphers, photographers, musicians, disc jockeys and enter-tainers. The Director of Special Events will provide a quote on any décor needs.

PARKING Valet Parking is available at the front door of The Boarding House at current rates. You may elect to bill the valet parking expense to your master bill so your guests do not incur an out-of-pocket expense.

COAT CHECK The Boarding House provides supervised coat check for all events.

LIABILITYThe Boarding House assumes no responsibility for personal property and equipment brought into the restaurant.

GRATUITY & TAXES A gratuity of 20% (of food and beverage expenditure) will be assessed to your special event. Applicable state and local taxes of 10.75% will also be added. Tax-exempt organizations must provide an official letter of exemption a minim

MISCELLAENOUS FEESWe request that guests obtain management approval before bringing in any outside food or bever-age. There is a corkage fee of $50.00 per bottles for all wines brought into the restaurant. There is a $5.00 per person cake cutting fee for cakes brought into the restaurant.

GENERAL INFORMATION


GUARANTEE A final confirmation of the number of guests is required by 12 pm., three business days prior to the function. The number given at this time will become the minimum guarantee. In the event that fewer guests are served on the day of your function, you will be charged based on this guar-anteed number. In the event that more guests are served, the actual number of guests served will determine the amount you are charged.

CANCELLATIONSDeposits are fully refundable up to 30 days prior to the function. Cancellations within 30 days, may apply to the deposit to a future events to be scheduled within 6 months. Within 7 days of the event, the deposit will be forfeited.

ROOM MINIMUM The Boarding House does not automatically assess a room fee. Instead, we have established a minimum of food and beverage dollars that must be spent. Should these minimums not be met, the food and beverage minimum will be added to your final bill. Taxes and gratuities do not count towards the food and beverage minimum. Food and beverage minimums cannot be reached by gift certificates, carryout food or bottles of wine and only pertain to food and beverage consumed during the time of the event.

DEPOSITSIn order for a contract to be binding, a deposit is required prior to the contract signing. Deposits may be submitted in person or by filling out the credit card authorization form and returning it via email. The deposit amount is 25% of the stated food and beverage minimum for the specified room. Rooms will not be held or confirmed until a deposit is received.

FINAL PAYMENT Final payment is dues at the conclusion of the event. Cash or major credit cards are accepted.

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