the sam houston hotel

During the Planning Stages

Experienced on site Catering Manager and Banquets team to attend

to all of your food, beverage and room set up needs

Access to our preferred vendors list and exclusive vendor discounts

1 hour of rehearsal time prior to your wedding

Discounted guest room accommodations in our newly renovated

100 room property

On Your Wedding Day

Minimum of 3 hour Veranda set up time included

Generous Event time to include 5 hours for receptions and 5.5 hours for receptions in conjunction with a

ceremony

Professional & experienced service staff

Butler Service during cocktail hour

Use of all in house tables and chairs - to include gift table, cake table and round reception tables

White or black linens and napkins

Use of Hotel silverware, stemware and fine china

Votive candles to enhance your table décor

Cake Cutting Service

Honeymoon suite on the evening of your wedding with a special hotel amenity for newlyweds

Access to on site dining options serving breakfast lunch and dinner including a private dining room to host a

farewell breakfast or brunch

Use of hotel transportation/shuttle to and from downtown destinations

All complimentary services and amenities are based upon a minimum food and beverage requirement & are subject to change.

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Complimentary Wedding

Services and Amenities

Banquet cuisine proudly prepared by , The Sam Houston Hotel’s award winning restaurant. Please add 22% service charge, 8.25% sales tax and 8.25 % beverage tax. Menu prices are subject to change.

Weddings & Special Events

Room Assignments Banquet rooms are assigned according to the number of guests estimated on the confirmation letter. The catering manager will be pleased to discuss room capacities and set-up options with you. Table Linens The Sam Houston Hotel will provide complimentary white or black table linens and white or black napkins. Upgraded tablecloths, table overlays, chair covers and napkins are available in a multitude of colors through a preferred vendor. Table Décor Four votive candles per table will be provided at no additional charge. The catering manager will be pleased to provide a list of floral vendors for special floral arrangements. Confirming Space A signed contract is required with a 25% non-refundable deposit to secure your event date and banquet room. A credit card authorization form must be retained on file for payment guarantee. Guaranteed Guest Count and Payment The Sam Houston Hotel requires your guaranteed guest count five business days prior to your event. Once the guaranteed guest count is received, it can be increased (based on product availability) but is not subject to reduction as food preparations and staffing is based on this number. Complete payment of the estimated charges will also be due five days prior to your event. Guest Parking The Sam Houston Hotel offers valet parking for $12 (inclusive) per car for events and $28 (plus 8.25% sales tax) for overnight parking. Valet parking charges may be billed to your master account or guests may pay this fee on their own. Your guests may also self-park in nearby privately-owned garages, parking lots or meters that are not affiliated with the hotel. Prices are subject to change, as Valet services are outsourced. Miscellaneous A 20 x 20 dance floor rents for $450, a16 x 16 foot dance floor rents for $350 and a 12 x 12 foot dance floor is available for $250. A $100 fee will be applied for each food station requiring a chef attendant. Bartender fees are $125 per 75 guests and Cashier fees are $100 each. Guaranteed rental of the Raven Room is $500 if requested in conjunction to an event in the Veranda. A minimum clean-up fee of $350 will apply for use of large paper confetti pieces, rose petals, etc. during Ceremony, Reception or Grand Exit at the end of the night. Note, RED rose petals and small kid-like confetti are strictly prohibited from use at any point. Maximum Capacity Our veranda is located on the second floor and is an indoor/outdoor area at 2,400 square feet. It can hold up to 180 guests comfortably for a seated dinner, dance floor and/or band, and up to 215 reception style with limited seating.


Menu Menu packages have been prepared for your convenience. Our banquet food is designed and prepared by our award-winning restaurant, *17 and can be customized based on your needs. Audio/Visual Equipment and Electrical Needs The Sam Houston Hotel is pleased to offer an extensive inventory of equipment available through On Screen Audio Visual. Audio visual charges may be billed to your master account. Special requirements such as additional telephone lines, electrical needs, lighting and staging, may incur additional charges and should be requested 2 weeks prior to your event. Wedding Ceremonies The Sam Houston Hotel will provide a beautiful and historic location for your wedding ceremony. All ceremonies performed on property in conjunction with a reception are subject to an $850 ceremony fee. The hotel can allow for a ceremony only location at a fee of $2,000 plus tax and service charges. Not all dates are available to host just a wedding ceremony. See your catering manager for more details. Wedding Event Times The Sam Houston Hotel allows for 5 hours of event time for a reception and 5.5 hours for a ceremony and reception (this does not include the set-up and tear down time). All events are to end at 11:00pm due to hotel size and overnight guestrooms located directly over the Veranda. If additional time is requested, each hour will incur a $300 labor charge and can only be added to the front end of start time. Security and Liability The Sam Houston Hotel is not responsible for the loss or damage to any items left on property before, during or after your event. Liability for damages to the hotel property by you or your wedding guests will be charged accordingly.


Cold Hors d’oeuvres

Feta and Kalamata Olive Skewers $28/Dozen Lemon / Grilled Eggplant

Santa Fe Tostada $28/Dozen Bell Pepper / Onion / Corn / Black Beans / Spicy Sauce

Beet Chips and Goat Cheese $28/Dozen Cream Cheese / Chives

Tomato Mozzarella Bruschetta $32/Dozen Mozzarella / Basil / Balsamic Reduction

Cured Ham Caprese Skewers $36/Dozen Grape Tomato / Basil / Olive Oil / Mozzarella

Seared Pineapple and Cheese Skewer $36/Dozen Pepper Jack Cheese / Apricot Sauce

Curry Chicken Salad $36/Dozen Grilled Chicken Breast / Cranberries / Sesame Cone

Cajun Shrimp and Corn Bread $38/Dozen Lightly Blackened Shrimp / Creole Sauce

Cocktail Shrimp Shooter $48/Dozen Spicy Cocktail Sauce / Chiffonade Lettuce

Seafood Ceviche $48/Dozen Shrimp / Scallop / Mango / Mint

Tuna Tartar $48/Dozen Poke Marinade / Cucumber

Displays (Each Feeds Approximately 30 Guests)

Artisan Cheese Display $225 Each Hand Crafted American Cheeses / Chutneys / Crackers

Domestic Cheese Display $175 Each Crackers / Chutneys

Antipasto Display $275 Each Selection of Cured Meats / Pickled Vegetables / Grilled Bread / Fresh Grapes

Vegetable Crudité $150 Each Collection of seasonal vegetables / Ranch Dip


Hot Hors d’oeuvres Selections

Risotto Croquette $32/Dozen Herbs / Gruyere Cheese / Fondue Sauce

Mini Quiche Lorraine $32/Dozen Savory Pastry / Ham / Cheese

Mini Twice Baked Potato $36/Dozen Truffle Oil / Chopped Bacon / Cheddar / Chives

Smoked Cheddar Mac ‘N Cheese Spoons $36/Dozen Elbow Mac / Bacon and Bread Crumb Casserole

Stuffed Mushroom Caps $36/Dozen Spinach / Cheese

Petite Shrimp Tacos $38/Dozen Battered Shrimp / Cucumber Salad / Spicy Dressing

Black Bean and Beef Empanada $38/Dozen Salsa Verde

BBQ Pulled Pork $42/Dozen Mini Bun / Tamarind Mustard / Jicama Cilantro Slaw

Chicken Satay $38/Dozen Sesame / Classic Peanut Sauce

Mongolian Beef Satay $46/Dozen Hoisin Glaze / Green Onions

Beef Wellington $46/Dozen Beef Tenderloin / Mushroom Duxelle / Prosciutto / Puff Pastry

Seared Crab Cakes $48/Dozen Spicy Aioli Sauce / Brine Cabbage

Seared Bacon Wrapped Shrimp $48/Dozen Jumbo Shrimp / Applewood Smoked Bacon / BBQ Sauce

Herb Pepper Steak Skewer $48/Dozen Chimichurri Sauce

Tempura Battered Shrimp $50/Dozen Asian Dressing

Grilled Herb Lamb Chops $60/Dozen Demi-Glace


Plated Dinners

Starters

Artisan Soups - $12 Each

Lobster Bisque / Tarragon Crème Fraiche

Texas Style Minestrone / Vegetable/Herbs

Sweet Texas Onion / Gruyere Cheese / Sourdough Toast

Poblano Bisque / Cheese / Tortilla Strips

Chicken Tortilla Sour / Avocado / Cilantro

Smokey Tomato Soup / Parmesan Cheese / Basil Oil

Loaded Baked Potato / Bacon Bits / Cheddar Cheese / Cheese

Sweet Potato Bisque / Candied Bacon / Chives

Cream of Cauliflower / Cheese / Fried Carrots

New England Style Clam Chowder

Garden Fresh Salads - $10 Each

Arugula Salad Candied Cranberries / Brioche Croutons / Ricotta Salata

Sherry Vinaigrette

Baby Wedge Candied Pecans / Blue Cheese / Tomatoes / Ranch Dressing

Southwestern Caesar Salad

Chopped Romaine / Cotija Cheese / Tortilla Strips / Black Bean Charred Corn / Peppita Seeds / Spicy Dressing

Classic Caesar Salad

Baby Red and Green Romaine Hearts / Shaved Parmesan Brioche Croutons / Caesar’s Dressing

Field Greens Salad

Mixed Field Greens / Shaved Carrot / Charred Tomatoes Feta / Mushrooms / Balsamic Vinaigrette


Plated Dinner Entrées Plated dinner selections include water, tea, coffee service and assorted dinner rolls with butter.

Providing guests a choice of entrée costs an additional $2 per plate. Entrée breakdown required 5 business days prior to event. Prices listed are per guest.

Grilled Vegetable Napoleon* $32 Yellow Squash / Zucchini / Asparagus / Portabella Mushroom / Sauce Romesco

Stuffed Pasta Shells* $34 Sautee Spinach / Charred Tomatoes / Cream Sauce

Seared Chicken Breast $36 Cauliflower and Smoked Gouda Gratin / Herb Roasted Red Potatoes / Pan Jus

Herb Roasted Chicken Breast $36 Braised Fingerling Potatoes / Foraged Mushrooms / Smoked Tomato Veloute

Pan Seared Atlantic Salmon $38 Pearl Couscous / Green Beans / Orange Glace

Grilled Herb Rubbed Salmon $38 Fork Crushed Red Potatoes / Eggplant Caponata / Pesto

Bacon Wrapped Pork Loin $40 Sweet Potatoes Puree / Braised Brussel Sprouts / Brown Sauce

Braised Beef Short Rib $44 Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes / Carrots / Demi-Glace

Seared New York Strip $45 Roasted Wild Mushroom Ragout / Garlic Mashed Potatoes / Chasseur Sauce

Grilled Filet $48 Potatoes Anna / Green Beans / Tomato Mushroom Ragout

Bacon Wrapped Roasted Filet $49 Russian Potatoes / Grilled Broccolini / Classic Bordelaise

Gulf Red Snapper $50 Black Rice / Blistered Tomatoes / Citrus Butter Sauce

Crab Stuffed Flounder $52 Sea-Salted Jasmine Rice / Grilled Asparagus / Meyer Lemon Butter

Seared Sea Bass $56 Vietnamese Green Beans / Purple Sticky Rice / Miso Glaze

* Vegetarian Entree


Duo Plated Entrees Any single entrée listed on the previous page can be combined to make a dual entrée, price to be determined by Chef.

Plated dinner selections include water, tea, coffee service and assorted dinner rolls with butter. Prices listed are per guest.

Grilled Filet & Herb Roasted Chicken Breast $52 Potatoes Anna / Green Beans / Tomato Mushroom Ragout

Grilled New York Strip & Broiled Garlic Shrimp $54 Garlic Mashed Potatoes / Demi-Glace Sautee Spinach / Drawn Butter

Seared Sea Bass & Grilled Filet $65 Black Rice / Meyer Lemon Butter Sauce Grilled Asparagus / Bordelaise Sauce

Surf & Turf $72 Seared Filet / Mashed Potatoes / Pan Drippings Lobster Tail / Julienne Vegetable / Roasted Garlic Butter


Buffet Dinner Packages Buffet Dinner packages include water, tea, coffee service and assorted dinner rolls with butter.

Prices listed are per guest. Additional charges will be applied for substitutions.

BRONZE BUFFET - $55 per Guest

Soup Smokey Tomato

Parmesan Cheese/Basil Oil

Salads

Lola Rossa and Romaine Crouton / Shaved Parmesan / Caesar’s Dressing

& Cous Cous

Cucumber / Cherry Tomato / Lemon Vinaigrette / Mint

Entrees Grilled New York Strip

Classic Bordelaise &

Herb Seared Chicken Skin on Chicken Breast / Chardonnay Sauce

Sides

Green Beans and Braised Fingerling Potatoes with Caramelized Onions

SILVER BUFFET - $60 per Guest

Soup Loaded Baked Potato/Bacon Bits/Cheddar Cheese/Cheese

Salads Garden Salad

Mixed Greens / Goat Cheese / Strawberries / Raspberry Vinaigrette &

Arugula Salad Shaved Carrots / Candied Pecans / Feta / Sherry Vinaigrette

Entrees

Grilled Salmon Brandy Peppercorn Sauce

& Braised Short Ribs

Roasted Carrots / Pearl Onions &

Roasted Chicken Breast Shallot Dijon Cream

Sides

Dried Cherry and Wild Rice / Goat Cheese Whipped Potatoes / Grilled Vegetables


GOLD BUFFET - $65 per Guest

Soup New England Style Clam Chowder

Salads

Southwestern Caesar Salad Chopped Romaine / Cotija Cheese / Tortilla Strips / Black Bean / Charred Corn / Peppita Seeds / Spicy Dressing

Field Greens Salad

Mixed Field Greens / Shaved Carrot / Charred Tomatoes / Feta / Mushrooms / Balsamic Vinaigrette

Entrees Grilled Filet

Tomato Mushroom Ragout &

Gulf Red Snapper Roasted Pepper Couli

& Herb Roasted Chicken Breast

Arugula & Herb Pesto

Sides Creamy Parmesan Risotto /Rosemary Roasted Red Potatoes

Broccolini / Grilled Asparagus with Roasted Peppers


Buffet Enhancements

Carving Stations 2 station minimum required if not paired with a buffet package, please add $100 per station attendant.

Peppercorn Encrusted Beef Tenderloin – Feeds 20 Guests $400 Whole Grain Mustard / Horseradish / Warm Dinner Rolls

Herb and Garlic Roasted Rib-Eye – Feeds 25 Guests $375 Horseradish Chantilly / Au Jus

Herb Roasted Leg of Lamb – Feeds $25 Guests $325 Pita Bread / Demi-Glace

Glazed Spiral Cut Ham – Feeds 30 Guests $250 Cheddar Biscuits / Sweet Mayonnaise

Slow Roasted Cajun Spiced Turkey $225 Spicy Creole Sauce / Silver Rolls

Action Station 2 station minimum required if not paired with a buffet package, please add $100 per station attendant.

Steak & Arugula Station $19 Grilled Sirloin / Spring Mix / Arugula / Salsify Chips Carrots / Bean Sprouts / Asian Dressing

Southwestern Caesar Salad $18 Grilled Chicken Breast/Chopped Romaine / Cotija Cheese Tortilla Strips / Black Beans / Charred Corn / Peppita Seeds / Spicy Dressing

Cornbread Bowl Shrimp and Grits $19 Cheddar Cheese Grits / Jumbo Cajun Shrimp / Bacon Bits / Whipped Butter Sour Cream / Tomatoes / Scallions

Grilled Cheese Station $22 Braised Short Rib / Ham / Smoked Turkey / Pulled Pork Wheat Bread and White Bread / Mini Ciabatta / Swiss / Cheddar Smoked Gouda / American Cheese / BBQ Sauce / Smoked Mayo / Spicy Dressing Avocado / Spinach / Tomatoes / Caramelized Onions

Additional charges applied to any substitutions


Late Night Snack Menu

Stuffed Pretzels $4 per Piece Beer Batter Onion Ring Cones $3 per Piece Firecracker Ranch Popcorn $3 per Piece Fruit Parfaits $4 per Piece

Trail Mix $5 per Guest Cookies & Milk $4 per Guest

Dessert Enhancements

Assorted Mini Cheesecakes $38/Dozen Mini Chocolate and Strawberry Mousse Brownies $42/Dozen Lemon Square Bites $38/Dozen Assorted Mini Macaroons $24/Dozen


Beverage Selections

Hosted/Open Bar Packages Prices below are charged per person/per hour and require a minimum of 50 guests

2 Hours 3 Hours 4 Hours Additional Hour (+1)

Buffalo Bayou Package House Wine, Domestic & Imported Beer

$28 $34 $39 $6

The *17 Package House Brand Liquor, House Brand Wine, Domestic & Imported Beer

$36 $42 $46 $6

The Veranda Package Premium Brand Liquor, House Wine, Domestic & Imported Beer

$41 $47 $52 $7

The Sam Houston Package Texas Brand Liquor and Wine, Texas Crafted Beer

$49 $56 $61 $7

Add House Sparkling Wine $3 $5 $7 $3 Add Premium Sparkling Wine $7 $9 $11 $4

Hosted Bar Service for Buffalo Bayou, The *17 and the Veranda packages include a selection of domestic and import beers, our house wines, soft drinks, fresh juices and bottled water. The Sam Houston Bar package includes an array of Texas made mixed beverages, Texas Craft Beer, Texas made wines, soft

drinks, fresh juices and bottled water.

Hosted Consumption Bar Cash Consumption Bar

House Brands

$10

House Brands

$12

Premium Brands $11 Premium Brands $13 ‘Texas’ Brands $12 ‘Texas’ Brands $14 Domestic Beer $5 Domestic Beer $7 Imported Beer $6 Imported Beer $8 ‘Texas’ Beer $7 ‘Texas’ Beer $9 House Wine $7 House Wine $9 ‘Texas’ Wine $10 ‘Texas’ Wine $11 Soft Drinks $4 Soft Drinks $5 Bottled Water $4 Bottled Water $5 Fresh Juice $5 Fresh Juice $6

If/when a guests appears intoxicated, The Sam Houston Hotel and its bartenders reserve the right to deny service,

regardless of the contract event time remaining. (TABC Administrative Rules §50.31)


Beverage Selections

1 bartender required for every 75 guests at $100 each. Fee includes 4 hours of service and each additional hour is $25 per bartender. A $100 cashier fee will apply to cash bar service.

House Brands Premium Brands Texas Brands

Skyy Vodka Grey Goose Vodka Tito’s Handmade Vodka Bacardi Silver Rum Bacardi Silver Rum Railiean Texas Rum

Jack Daniels Black Label Bourbon Maker’s Mark Bourbon Red River Texas Bourbon Dewars White Label Scotch Johnnie Walker Black Label Scotch Balcones Texas Single Malt

Beefeater Gin Tanqueray Gin Moody June Gin Canadian Club Blended Whiskey Crown Royal Blended Whiskey Rebecca Creek Whiskey

Jose Cuervo Gold Tequila 1800 Reposado Tequila Tequila 512 Korbel Brandy Korbel Brandy

Buffalo Bayou, The *17 and The Veranda Bar Package Beer and Wine Offerings: Domestic Beer Selections (Select three): Budweiser • Bud Light • Miller Light • Coors Light • Michelob Ultra • Shiner Bock

Import Beer Selections (Select three): Heineken • Corona Extra • Dos XX • Stella Artois

House Wine: Inclusive of our family of La Terre Wines: Cabernet Sauvignon • Merlot • Chardonnay • White Zinfandel

The Sam Houston Bar Package Beer and Wine Inclusions: Texas Craft Beers: St. Arnold Amber Ale • No Label 1st Street Blonde • Independence Austin Amber Ale • Real Ale Brewhouse Brown Ale • Rahr & Sons Texas Red

Texas Wines: Llano Estacado Chardonnay • Haak Vineyards Cabernet • Becker Merlot • Messina Hof White Zinfandel

Additions and/or substitutes of any kind are subject to rate change or upcharge.

If/when a guests appears intoxicated, The Sam Houston Hotel and its bartenders reserve the right to deny service, regardless of the contract event time remaining.

(TABC Administrative Rules §50.31)

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