THE BEST OF CALIFORNIA COASTAL dining PRIVATE DINING & EVENTS DINNER MENUS WINTER 2017 PAGE 1
THE BEST OF CALIFORNIA COASTAL dining PAGE 2
CUSTOMIZE YOUR PERFECT EVENING PRIVATE DINING ROOM Featuring magnificent ocean views, comfortably elegant décor and flexible event options for up to 100 guests, our private dining room has everything you need for exceptional entertaining. The private terrace, plush banquettes, and an Italian limestone fireplace provide an intimate feel, giving you complete comfort to enjoy the affair. Flexible seating, including plush banquettes for up to 77 guests or receptions for up to 100 TABLE 200 Our semi-private, enclosed dining room between the bar and main dining room is the perfect way to customize your Pelican Grill experience. With seating for up to 10, guests can order off the menu or create their own signature dining experience. Plush banquette for up to 10 guests PAGE 3
Pacific Menu 110 Starter, Entrée & Dessert Newport Menu 120 Starter, Entrée, Cheese Course or Intermezzo & Dessert Catalina Menu 130 Starter, Entrée, Cheese Course or Intermezzo, Family-Style Sides & Dessert OR CREATE YOUR OWN GRILL EXPERIENCE Welcome your guests with a Prosecco toast & butler-passed canapés or a delicious display. Not sure what to select? Let us help you plan the perfect menu. PAGE 4
A DELICIOUS START Our canapés are served butler style and are the perfect start to any event, or let your guests indulge at their leisure with one of our displays. COLD Priced Per Piece HOT Priced Per Piece Bruschetta marinated tomatoes, parmesan, basil, saba 7 Date Crostini prosciutto, blue cheese 8 Yellowfin Tuna Tartar meyer lemon, avocado, cucumber 8 Poached Lobster Bites brioche, saffron aioli, chervil 10 Jumbo Prawn cocktail sauce 9 Littleneck Clam Ceviche house-made almond milk, lime, cilantro 9 Steak Tartar toast point, achiote, violet mustard, crisped capers 8 Caviar Potato crème fraîche, american sturgeon caviar, chives 9 Seabass Ceviche Shooter avocado purée, pickled chilies, cilantro 8 Ahi & Salmon Shooter avocado purée, pickled fennel, edamame, lemon oil, sea salt 8 Fig Lavash st. andré triple cream brie, marinated fig 7 Skewered Beef Yakitori soy yuzu 9 Skewered Chicken marinated in curry 8 Truffle Macaroni & Cheese served on a spoon 8 Pelican Grill Crab Cakes green curry emulsion, watercress, pickled onions, hearts of palm, avocado 10 Short Rib Pot Pie savory meringue 8 Tomato Bisque with Havarti Grilled Cheese Sandwiches 8 Shrimp & Chorizo Skewers chili, lime 9 Maple Bourbon Shrimp Skewers 9 Marinated Skirt Steak Bites cotija cheese, pickled chilies 9 Clams Casino Bites bacon, sherry, breadcrumbs 9 Wild Mushroom & Goat Cheese Tart 8 Vegetable Turnover chipotle aioli 8 Crisp Polenta braised short ribs, gremolata 8 Arancini forbidden black rice, sweet peas, ricotta 7 Pelican Grill Pretzel Bread sherry mustard aioli, shallots 7 DISPLAYS Priced Per Guest Seasonal Crudités carrots, celery, jicama, peppers, belgian endive, radishes, tomatoes, assortment of three dips 17 Seafood Display oysters on the half shell, jumbo shrimp, marinated mussels & clams, split lobster tail, split king crab legs, with classic accompaniments 36 Elaborate Seasonal Fruits & Berries assorted fruits & berries, brown sugar, whipped cream, chocolate ganache 18 Assorted American Cheeses fresh & dried fruits, toasted almonds & walnuts, assorted artisan bread & crackers 24 Miniature Desserts mascarpone tiramisu, miniature cheesecakes, crème brûlée, assorted macaroons, chocolate-dipped palmiers, coconut domes 24 PAGE 5
PACIFIC MENU 110 PER GUEST 1 STARTERS Please Select Two Options 2 ENTRÉES Please Select Two Options Spicy Tortilla Soup chicken, cotija cheese, avocado purée Mixed Greens Salad cherry tomatoes, shaved radishes, cucumber, croutons, balsamic vinaigrette Caesar Salad baby gem lettuce, parmesan crisps, croutons Baby Iceberg Wedge blue cheese, egg, smoked bacon, shaved red onions, blue cheese dressing Roasted Beet Salad arugula, blackberries, smoked blue cheese, candied pecans, red wine vinaigrette Gonestraw Farms Half-Roasted Chicken nduja, shelling beans, braised greens, pickled mustard seeds, natural jus Spaghetti Pomodoro (GF) roasted irvine ranch tomatoes, garlic, basil, aged parmesan Pan-Roasted Salmon braised swiss chard, seasonal vegetables & purée Pan-Seared Chilean Sea Bass orange-coconut milk, black forbidden rice, pickled red onions, orange, toasted almonds Braised Short Ribs brussels sprouts, cippolini onions, farro, celery root purée, pickled celery ribbons Lobster Mac N Cheese white cheddar & parmesan 3 DESSERTS Please Select Two Options Seasonal Cobbler vanilla gelato Chocolate Lava Cake sea salt caramel sauce, chantilly Assorted Gelato or Sorbet select one PAGE 6
NEWPORT MENU 120 PER GUEST 1 2 STARTERS Please Select Two Options Spicy Tortilla Soup chicken, cotija cheese, avocado purée Mixed Greens Salad cherry tomatoes, shaved radishes, cucumber, croutons, balsamic vinaigrette Caesar Salad baby gem lettuce, parmesan crisps, croutons Baby Iceberg Wedge blue cheese, egg, smoked bacon, shaved red onions, blue cheese dressing Roasted Beet Salad arugula, blackberries, smoked blue cheese, candied pecans, red wine vinaigrette Bruschetta cherry tomatoes, balsamic reduction, basil pesto, burrata Ahi Tuna Tartare cucumber, avocado, lime zest, black garlic, opal basil Pelican Grill Crab Cake green curry emulsion, hearts of palm, avocado, watercress, pickled onions ENTRÉES Please Select Three Options Gonestraw Farms Half-Roasted Chicken nduja, shelling beans, braised greens, pickled mustard seeds, natural jus Spaghetti Pomodoro (GF) roasted irvine ranch tomatoes, garlic, basil, aged parmesan Lobster Mac N Cheese white chedder & parmesan Pan-Roasted Salmon braised swiss chard, seasonal vegetables & purée 3 4 (continued) Pan-Seared Chilean Sea Bass orange-coconut milk, black forbidden rice, pickled red onions, orange, toasted almonds Coriander & Cardamom-Crusted Ahi ginger chili coulis, charred turnips, brussels leaves, butternut squash, radishes, fennel, citrus white soy Braised Short Ribs brussels sprouts, cippolini onions, farro, celery root purée, pickled celery ribbons Prime Filet Mignon, 8oz. artichoke hearts, roasted tomatoes, arugula, whole grain mustard mashed potatoes, peppercorn sauce INTERMEZZO/CHEESE Please Select One Option Seasonal Sorbet Intermezzo Selection of Artisanal Cheeses toast points, fruit compote Selection of Charcuterie & Cheese herb lavash, accoutrements DESSERTS Please Select Two Options Seasonal Cobbler vanilla gelato Chocolate Lava Cake sea salt caramel sauce, chantilly Crème Brûlée Cheesecake blueberry compote, black pepper crumble Assorted Gelato or Sorbet select one PAGE 7
CATALINA MENU 130 PER GUEST 1 STARTERS Please Select Three Options Spicy Tortilla Soup chicken, cotija cheese, avocado purée Chilled English Pea Soup smoked salmon salad, crème fraîche, mint Mixed Greens Salad cherry tomatoes, shaved radishes, cucumber, croutons, balsamic vinaigrette Caesar Salad baby gem lettuce, parmesan crisps, croutons Baby Iceberg Wedge blue cheese, egg, smoked bacon, shaved red onions, blue cheese dressing Roasted Beet Salad arugula, blackberries, smoked blue cheese, candied pecans, red wine vinaigrette Bruschetta cherry tomatoes, balsamic reduction, basil pesto, burrata Pelican Grill Crab Cake green curry emulsion, hearts of palm, avocado, watercress, pickled onions Ahi Tuna Tartare charred scallions, pickled shitake mushrooms, sriracha, avocado mousse, soy vinaigrette Oysters on the Half Shell champagne mignonette Jumbo Prawn Cocktail cocktail sauce, lemon 3 (continued) Pan-Seared Chilean Sea Bass orange-coconut milk, black forbidden rice, pickled red onions, orange, toasted almonds Coriander & Cardamom-Crusted Ahi ginger chili coulis, charred turnips, brussels leaves, butternut squash, radishes, fennel, citrus white soy Braised Short Ribs brussels sprouts, cippolini onions, farro, celery root purée, pickled celery ribbons Prime Filet Mignon, 8oz. artichoke hearts, roasted tomatoes, arugula, whole grain mustard mashed potatoes, peppercorn sauce Prime Boneless Ribeye, 12 oz. smashed fried fingerling potatoes, charred leeks, sofrito, merlot demi Maine Lobster Tail fingerling potatoes, pea tendrils, pancetta, grilled king trumpet mushrooms, drawn butter, lemon INTERMEZZO/CHEESE Please Select One Option Seasonal Sorbet Intermezzo Selection of Artisanal Cheeses toast points, fruit compote Selection of Charcuterie & Cheese herb lavash, accoutrements 2 ENTRÉES Please Select Three Options Gonestraw Farms Half-Roasted Chicken nduja, shelling beans, braised greens, pickled mustard seeds, natural jus Spaghetti Pomodoro (GF) roasted irvine ranch tomatoes, garlic, basil, aged parmesan Lobster Mac N Cheese white chedder & parmesan Pan-Roasted Salmon braised swiss chard, seasonal vegetables & purée 4 FAMILY-STYLE SIDES Please Select Two Options 5 Truffle Mac N Cheese Garlic Mashed Potatoes Spicy Broccolini chili flakes, garlic Brussels Sprouts feta, lemon DESSERTS Please Select Two Options Seasonal Cobbler vanilla gelato Chocolate Lava Cake sea salt caramel sauce, chantilly Crème Brûlée Cheesecake blueberry compote, black pepper crumble Assorted Gelato or Sorbet select one PAGE 8
LITTLE FOODIES MENU 35 PER CHILD 1 STARTER Fresh Fruit Cup seasonal selections 2 ENTRÉE Please Select Two Options Petit Filet Mignon (+$20) simply grilled, topped with butter Four Cheese Pizza a house favorite Chef Marc s Mac & Cheese 3 SWEETS Pelican Hill s Signature Gelato fresh berries PAGE 9