Enjoy elegant and imaginative Midwestern cuisine in Blackbird s intimate second floor private dining room. Up to 22 guests at one long table Echoing the minimalist sophistication of critically acclaimed Blackbird s main dining room, the space provides the perfect backdrop to any celebration or event. Private bar area to mingle with cocktails and hors d oeuvres The private dining room sets the stage for James Beard Award-winning Executive Chef Paul Kahan and Chef de Cuisine Ryan Pfeiffer s simply executed yet complexly flavorful menu. The communal dining area, framed by custom-made U-shaped banquettes and a striking maple bar, can accommodate groups up to 48 guests for a seated dinner and up to 80 guests for a cocktail-style reception. Up to 48 guests, maximum, for a seated lunch or dinner
Located on the second floor, the private dining room is intimate yet fully functional with its own dedicated kitchen, furnished bar and restrooms. A separate entrance ensures complete privacy for corporate functions and social events alike. The private dining experience at Blackbird reflects the commitment to impeccable service and fine cuisine the restaurant insists upon, complete with a dedicated event planner and service team that will ensure no detail is overlooked. Private Dining Room Details: Accomodates up to 48 guests for a seated dinner Accomodates up to 80 guests for a cocktail-style reception Completely private room, located on the 2nd floor Private bar and lounge adjacent to the dining area AV equipment available for rental: tripod screen - $100 projector - $150 wireless microphone - $75 Valet services available Complimentary coat check Floor plans available for review Decor assistance available (floral & linens) Personalized menus for each place setting with your logo or a greeting included *Please note that the second floor private dining room does not have an elevator and is accessed only by a staircase. Unfortunately, we do not have wheelchair accessibility.
Private Reception Chefs Kahan and Pfeiffer uphold the highest standards of seasonality and freshness, so the following items may change to best reflect the season and availability of ingredients. passed hors d'oeuvres $3 per piece (minimum order of one dozen per selection) "prime rib" toast clam rockefeller frog fritter. maple. paprika poached shrimp. garlic. sorrel pimento empanadas vou la vent. crab salad. cress brie puff tater tot stationary boards $50 per charcuterie board (serves 6-8 guests) house made charcuterie. pickles. mustards and chef s accompaniments $75 per cheese board (serves 6-8 guests) assortment of artisanal cheeses. nuts. house made accompaniments and baguette $6 per petite sandwich kale falafel. tofu mayo. cucumber coleslaw roasted beef. truffle. horseradish. potato strings porchetta bánh mì. pickled daikon. chicken liver mousse spicy chicken salad. candied almonds. celery. red onion blackbird burger. duck confit. mushroom jam. swiss. crispy onions petite sweets $15 per dozen (minimum order of one dozen) Pastry Chef s selection, to include an assortment of: cookies and bars: shortbread. brownies candies and chocolates: caramels. truffles mini cakes: chocolate mousse. cheesecake
Private Dining Menus Chefs Kahan and Pfeiffer uphold the highest standards of seasonality and freshness, so the following menus may change slightly based on the availability of ingredients. Prices are per person not including beverages, 11.5% tax, 2% processing fee & 20% gratuity $75 three course salad salad of endive. crispy potato. basil. dijon. pancetta. poached egg *limited to parties of up to 20 guests max seasonal market salad *most popular, changes regularly entrée please select two (your guests will make their choice at the time of the event)fhhfhfhhfhfhfhfhfhfhfhf *vegetarian entree is always offered upon request wood grilled sturgeon. kabocha squash. hazelnut. bok choy seared skate wing. rutabaga romesco. almond. ham-grapefruit crémeux chicken schnitzel. broccoli. sesame. ginger roasted venison. clam. fregola sarda. apple saba grilled hanger steak. dark chocolate mole. white cabbage. truffled chestnut (+$20 striploin supplement) dessert vanilla pavlova. nougat ice cream. fig. pistachio milk chocolate chestnut tart. greek yogurt. dark chocolate ganache. ginger ice cream chocolate fondant. rye. cynar. meyer lemon ice cream gingerbread crémeux. dry fruit compote. spiced streusel. lime whipped cream cheese for an additional $15 per person chef's selection of 2 artisanal and farmhouse cheeses with accompaniments, to be served prior to dessert
$90 four course salad salad of endive. crispy potato. basil. dijon. pancetta. poached egg *limited to parties of up to 20 guests max seasonal market salad *most popular, changes regularly appetizer warm shrimp salad. smoked beurre monte. pickled walnut. orange grilled sea scallop. persimmon. chicory. brown butter (+$5 supplement) crispy brussels sprouts. apple cider. fresno chili. orange. parmesan tempura eggplant. feta. cashew. green espellette entrée please select two (your guests will make their choice at the time of the event)fhhfhfhhfhfhfhfhfhfhfhf *vegetarian entree is always offered upon request wood grilled sturgeon. kabocha squash. hazelnut. bok choy seared skate wing. rutabaga romesco. almond. ham-grapefruit crémeux chicken schnitzel. broccoli. sesame. ginger roasted venison. clam. fregola sarda. apple saba grilled hanger steak. dark chocolate mole. white cabbage. truffled chestnut (+$20 striploin supplement) dessert vanilla pavlova. nougat ice cream. fig. pistachio milk chocolate chestnut tart. greek yogurt. dark chocolate ganache. ginger ice cream chocolate fondant. rye. cynar. meyer lemon ice cream gingerbread crémeux. dry fruit compote. spiced streusel. lime whipped cream cheese for an additional $15 per person chef's selection of 2 artisanal and farmhouse cheeses with accompaniments, to be served prior to dessert
Custom Menu Options Additional Choices We are happy to offer additional choices for your guests to select from per course. $7/person $10/person $10/person Additional choice of appetizer, salad or dessert Additional choice of entree Additional amuse bouche and pre-dessert intermezzo Tasting Menus Chef Pfeiffer creates customized, unique tasting menus that change seasonally to feature the freshest flavors. 5-course $95 3 oz. wine pairing per course available for $50 10-course *pricing varies 3 oz. wine pairing per course available for $70 *max 14 guests Desserts Chef Guini will create customized cakes and sweets made from scratch based on your flavor preference. See below for examples, not limited to the following: Custom Cake $75 $100 Cake Flavor Filling Frosting vanilla mousse (chocolate, vanilla) American buttercream chocolate pastry cream Italian buttercream coconut curd (lemon, passionfruit) cream cheese red velvet jam ganache 9" - 2 layer cake (15-20 servings) 9" - 3 layer cake (25-30 servings) Outside cakes must be approved and will be charged a $3/per person cake plating fee Sweets Table A petite sweets table of up to three different items may be substituted for a plated dessert. To include an assortment of: cookies and bars: shortbread. brownies candies and chocolates: caramels. truffels mini cakes: chocolate mousse cake. cheesecake
Beverage Options Upon Consumption Most popular option Guests may order wine/classic cocktails/beer as desired, and the total will be added to the final bill. Please refer to our current wine list, to make your selections. We recommend selecting one white, red and an optional sparkling wine for your group. Custom large format cocktails and premium liquors are also available. If interested, please inquire for those options and pricing. Cash Bar Guests pay individually for their beverages at the bar. We ask that a Cash Bar only apply to the reception period, prior to sitting for dinner. After guests are seated for dinner, we ask that all wine/cocktails/beer are applied to the final bill. Bar Package The below bar packages are also available in lieu of charging beverages upon consumption. Package will apply to all guests for duration of the event. Alcoholic beverages are priced as follows (based on a 2-hour minimum ): Open Beer & House Wine $20/person for 1st hour $14/person for each additional hour Open Beer, House Wine & Liquor $30/person for 1st hour $16/person for each additional hour Open Beer, Premium Wine & Premium Liquor $36/person for 1st hour $18/person for each additional hour Includes single malts, cognacs, armagnacs, eau de vie, or shots of alcohol; these can be available and charged upon consumption, if you so choose.