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Whether you’re planning a business meeting, family reunion or wedding rehearsal, allow us to enhance your event with plenty of space and personalized service. Our dedicated team will help you plan your event and discover new ideas in our flexible meeting spaces with tasty and innovative catering and audiovisual services. We look forward to planning something together soon.

The Residence Inn Events Team

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Breakfast

BREAKFAST PLATED

Three great choices to begin a productive meeting!

PLATED BREAKFAST l $28

Each plated breakfast is served with

Maple Glazed Bacon and Tavern-Style Hash Browns

Orange Juice, Coffee or Hot Tea

Choose Main Entrée From Selection Below

Farm-Fresh Scrambled Eggs

Vermont Cheddar and Cracked Pepper

Roanoke Omelet

Signature Cured-Sausage and Artesian White Cheddar Cheese

Buttermilk Waffle

Fresh Berries, Mascarpone Whipped Cream, Maple Syrup

BREAKFAST BUFFET

Our Continental Breakfast includes yogurt and fruit for a energetic start to your meeting. While our traditional breakfast buffet has a full selection to satisfy every taste.

CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST l $25

Fresh Fruits and Berries

Assorted Yogurt and Granola

Muffins, Pastries and Croissants

Served with Butter and Jam

Orange, Apple and Cranberry Juice

Regular, Decaffeinated Coffee and Assorted Teas

Served with Cream and Sugar

Continental Enhancements

Price per person when added to Continental Breakfast

Steel-Cut Oatmeal l $8

Dried Wild Blueberries, Candied Pecans, Brown Sugar

Bagels & Cream Cheese l $8

Cinnamon Raisin, Everything and Plain

Whipped Cream Cheese

Freshly Baked Scones l $8
BREAKFAST BUFFET l $30

Fresh Fruits and Berries

Assorted Yogurt and Granola

Muffins, Pastries and Croissants

Served with Butter and Jam

Assorted Cereals

Served with 2% Milk

Bagels and Cream Cheese

Scrambled Eggs

With Sharp White Cheddar and Cracked Pepper

Maple Glazed Bacon and Country Sausage

Tavern-Style Hash Browns

Yukon Gold Potatoes, Roasted Peppers and Onion

Orange, Apple and Cranberry Juice

Regular, Decaffeinated Coffee and Assorted Teas

Served with Cream and Sugar

BUFFET ENHANCEMENT

Price per person if added to the Breakfast Buffet

Steel-Cut Oatmeal l $8

Dried Wild Blueberries, Candied Pecans, Brown Sugar

Buttermilk Waffles l $14

Fresh Berries, Mascarpone Whipped Cream, Maple Syrup

Breakfast Sandwich l $14

Fried Egg, Vermont Cheddar, Roasted Turkey, Orange-Cranberry Chutney, Toasted Sourdough

French Toast l $14

Thick Cut Brioche, Fresh Strawberries, Mascarpone Whipped Cream, Maple Syrup

BREAKFAST A LA CARTE
Bagels l $35 per Dozen

Assorted Bagels and Cream Cheese

Muffins l $35 per Dozen

Assorted Muffins and Butter

Breakfast Breads l $24 per Dozen

Assorted Bread and Butter

Hard Boiled Eggs l $15 per Dozen

Farm Fresh Hard Boiled Eggs

Seasonal Fruit l $4 per Person

Sliced Seasonal Fruit

Assorted Yogurt l $4 Each

Individual Yogurt Cup

Assorted Bottled Juice l $5 Each
Coffee Beverage Service l $165

One Gallon Each of Regular, Decaffeinated and Hot Water with an Assortment of Teas

Coffee, Decaffeinated or Assorted Teas per Gallon l $55

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Lunch

LUNCH PLATED

Each Entrée Includes Soup or Salad, Entrée and Choice of Dessert along with Coffee and Iced Tea and is served with Butter Roasted Yukon Potatoes and Roasted Broccolini

Choose One Entree:

Harvest Salad l $35

Roasted Butternut Squash, Spinach, Quinoa, Toasted Almond, Dried Cherries with a Sherry Vinaigrette

Roasted Chicken Caesar Salad l $35

Baby Kale, Parmesan Crouton, Classic Caesar Dressing

Roasted Half Chicken l $45

Roasted Shallot Confit, Lemon Rosemary Jus

Cedar Plank Salmon l $50

Lemon and Dill Pesto

Petit Beef Tenderloin 7oz. l $55

Choose Soup or Salad

Mixed Field Greens Salad

Garden Herbs, Lemon Vinaigrette, Aged White Cheddar

Soup du Jour

Chef’s Selection of Seasonal Soup

Choose One Dessert

Apple Tart

Bourbon Crust, Cinnamon Dusted Apples

Mini Chocolate Bundt Cake

Chocolate Fudge Sauce and Whipped Cream

Carrot Cake

Cream Cheese Frosting with Candied Pecans

LUNCH PLATED
ROANOKE SANDWICHES

Served with Roanoke Potato Chips, Homemade Pasta Salad and Dessert

Maple Roasted Turkey Breast l $35

Smoked Bacon, Lemon Aioli, Sourdough Bread

Sliced Pastrami l $35

Whole Grain Mustard, Marble Rye Bread

Roasted Lamb Leg l $40

Smoked Eggplant Puree, Toasted Olive Bread

Minimum Order Required

Herb Roasted Prime Rib l $38

Lemon Aioli, Radish Sprouts, Sourdough Baguette

Minimum Order Required

Sliced Beef Brisket l $35

Pickled Red Onions, White Cheddar, Poppy Seed Kaiser Roll

Minimum Order Required

To Go Option

All Sandwiches can be prepared in “To Go” Boxes and would include a mixed green salad and chocolate chip cookie. Price for each is as listed above.

Gluten Free Bread Available upon request

*Minimum order of ten sandwiches required for Leg of Lamb, Prime rib and Brisket.

LUNCH BUFFET

The Chicago Board of Trade established in 1848, is the World’s oldest futures and options exchange. Our Cured Meats and Artisanal Cheeses are served on wooden boards in honor of the Board of Trade.

CHICAGO BOARD BUFFET l $55

Shaved Root-vegetables, Field Greens, Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Bell Peppers, Sourdough Croutons with Two Chef Selected Salad Dressings

Deviled Eggs, Home-made Giardiniera, Pickled Red Onions, Bread and Butter Pickles

Roasted Seasonal Vegetable Crudité

Chef’s Selections of Cured Meats and Artisanal Cheeses

Honey Butter and Dark Rye

Raspberry and Oatmeal Bars and White Chocolate and Macadamia Nut Brownie

Regular Coffee, Decaffeinated and Iced Tea

LUNCH BUFFET

Choose from our most popular foods to share a true Chicago Culinary experience with your attendees. Our buffet includes salad, two entrees and dessert. Remember, no ketchup on our hot dogs!

CLASSIC CHICAGO BUFFET l $50

Chicago Style Chopped Salad

Mild Giardiniera, Provolone, Black Olives, Soppressata, Iceberg Lettuce and Roma Tomatoes served with Italian Dressing

Choose Two Entrees

Oven-fired Flatbreads

Assortment of Margherita, Grilled Vegetable and Sausage and Soppressata

Chicago Style Hotdogs

Sweet Relish, Sport Peppers, Onions, Tomato, Pickle Spear and Celery Salt, Mustard,
Poppy Seed Bun

Italian Beef & Sausage

Sweet Peppers, Au Jus, Hoagie Rolls

Chicken Vesuvio

Herb-roasted Chicken, Roasted Mushrooms, Potato Wedges

Dessert

Cheesecake Bites

LUNCH BUFFET

Madison Street runs east and west and serves as our zero point divider of north and south. Years ago, the intersection of Madison and State were considered the world’s busiest corner! Buffet includes one salad, two entrees , two entrees and dessert.

Madison Street Lunch l $60

Choose One Salad

Fresh Melon and Prosciutto Salad

Compressed Melon, Honey, Thyme, Prosciutto

Market Style Salad

Field Greens, Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Bell Peppers, Sourdough Croutons and Two Chef Selected Salad Dressings

Choose Two Entrees

Brick Grilled Chicken

Roasted Shallot Confit, Lemon Rosemary Jus

Herb Roasted Lamb

Lemon Rosemary Jus

Grilled Salmon Filet

Lemon and Dill Pesto

Penne Pasta Margherita

Light Tomato Sauce, Fresh Basil, Mozzarella Cheese

Choose Two Sides

Tavern Mashed Potatoes
Roasted Brocolini
Butter-Roasted Yukon Potatoes
Grilled Mixed Vegetables
Hearth Baked Rice
Dessert
Assorted Dessert Bars

Regular Coffee, Decaffeinated and Iced Tea

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Dinner

DINNER PLATED

All Entrees are served with tavern mashed potatoes and roasted broccolini, salad, dessert and coffee or tea.

Choose One Salad

Mixed Green Salad

Garden Herbs, Lemon Vinaigrette, White Cheddar

Kale Caesar Salad

Baby Kale, Parmesan Crouton, Shaved Parmesan, Classic Caesar Dressing

Wedge Salad

Oven Dried Tomatoes, Iceberg Lettuce, Buttermilk Blue Cheese Dressing

Choose One Entrée

Vegetable Penne Pasta l $55

Mixed Roasted Vegetables topped with three Cheese Blend

Brick Grilled Chicken l $55

Roasted Shallot Confit, Lemon Rosemary Jus

Grilled Salmon Filet l $60

Lemon and Dill Pesto

Grilled Hanger Steak l $60

Chicago Onion Gremolata

Grilled NY Strip Steak l $75

14oz. Angus Beef, Au Jus

Chilean Sea Bass l $80

Brushed with Roasted Garlic and Herbs

Grilled Filet Mignon l $85

10oz.Filet Mignon with Roasted Mushroom Burgundy Sauce

Rack of Lamb l $85

Lemon Rosemary Jus

Surf & Turf l $105

Grilled 7oz. Filet Mignon, Roasted Mushroom Burgundy Sauce, Broiled Maine Lobster Tail

Choose One Dessert

Apple Tart

Bourbon Crust, Cinnamon Dusted Apples

Mini Chocolate Bundt Cake

Chocolate Fudge Sauce, Powdered Sugar

Carrot Cake

Cream Cheese Frosting Candied Pecans

EVENING BUFFET

Our building was originally built in 1915 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places under the name Lumber Exchange Building eventually being called Roanoke Building and is the city’s only example of Portuguese Gothic Architecture.

The Roanoke Dinner l $75

Choose One Salad

Market-style Mixed Green Salad

Field Greens, Sourdough Croutons, Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Bell Peppers and Assorted Dressings

Market-Style Caesar Salad

Tossed Baby Kale , Parmesan Crouton, Shaved Parmesan, Anchovies, Oven Dried Tomatoes and
Caesar Dressing

Choose Two Entrees

Roasted Half Chicken

Roasted Shallot Confit, Lemon Rosemary Jus

Grilled Hanger Steak

Chicago Onion Gremolata

Vegetable Penne Pasta

Mixed Roasted Vegetables topped with Three Cheese Blend

Grilled Salmon Filet

Lemon and Dill Pesto

Choose Two Sides

Tavern Mashed Potatoes
Roasted Broccolini
Grilled Mixed Vegetables
Butter-roasted Fingerling Potatoes
Hearth Baked Rice
Dessert Station
Assorted Cake Bites
Assorted Dessert Bars

*Gluten-free fudge brownie available upon request

BUFFET ENHANCEMENTS

Prices listed are in addition to dinner buffet

Chilean Sea Bass l $10

Roasted Garlic and Herbs

Grilled NY Strip l $15
Grilled Filet Mignon l $18

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Breaks

The Green Line opened in 1892 in time to transport attendees to The World’s Columbian Exposition. Our Orange Line goes to Midway Airport and our Blue Line goes to O’Hare Airport. Both stop a few blocks from our hotel.

Green Line l $15

Granola Bars, Green Apples, Green Smoothies and Assorted Nuts

Red Line l $16

Yogurt, Power Bars, Red Apples, Red Fruit Smoothies

Blue Line l $17

Yogurt, Blueberry Muffins, Fresh Berries, Blueberry Fruit Smoothies

Orange Line l $18

Fresh Whole Fruit, Trail Mix, Veggies and Garlic Ranch, Orange Smoothies

Roanoke Chip Break l $8

Parmesan

Salt n’ vinegar

Classic

Served with House-made Onion Dip

The Chicago Mix l $14

Caramel and Cheddar Popcorn, Frango Flavored Brownies, Coffee

Clark n’ Lake l $14

Assorted Freshly Baked Cookies, Seasonal Fruits, Coffee, Decaffeinated and Assorted Teas

Sweet Home Chicago l $14

Assortment of Dessert Bars, Coffee, Decaffeinated and Assorted Teas

BREAKS A LA CARTE

All Breaks based on thirty minutes of service

Home-made Cookies l $25 per Dozen

White Chocolate Chip Cookies

Home-made Brownies l $30 per Dozen

Macadamia Nut Blonde Brownie

Assorted Yogurt l $4 Each

Individual Yogurt Cup

Chips n’ Dip l $30

Roanoke Chips and French Onion Dip

Chicago Mix Popcorn l $40

Mix of Cheese and Caramel Popcorn

Coffee, Decaffeinated or Assorted Teas l $55 Gallon
Pepsi, Diet Pepsi or Sierra Mist l $5 Each
Assorted Bottled Juice l $5 Each
Bottled Water l $5 Each
Sparkling Water l $6 Each
Iced Tea l $30 Per Pitcher

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Reception

HORS D’OEUVRES

Prices listed are per piece

$4.00 per piece

Tomato and Mozzarella Bruschetta

Roanoke Potato Chip n’Dip Cup

Eggplant and Basil Rolotini

Sausage and Pepper Skewers

$6.00 per piece

Crab Stuffed Mushroom Caps

Bacon Wrapped Shrimp Skewers

Chicken Liver Mouse with Shallot Marmalade

Chipotle Deviled Eggs with Pickled Carrots

Honey Dijon Chicken Satay

CHEF STATIONS

Prices listed are per person

Carving
Maple Brined Turkey Breast l $18
Herb Roasted Prime Rib l $22
Beef Tenderloin l $25
Leg of Lamb l $25

Station attendant required

$175.00 per attendant for up to three hours

PLATTERS
Shrimp Cocktail l $8
Vegetable Crudité l $12
Antipasto l $15
Fruit Platter l $8
Cheese Platter l $8
Charcuterie l $20

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Beverages

WINE LIST
Whites

Canyon Road Chardonnay l $38

Sonoma Cutrer Russian River Ranches Chardonnay l $50

Canyon Road Pinot Grigio l $38

Canyon Road Riesling l $38

Canyon Road Sauvignon Blanc l $38

Fernando Pighin & Figli Pinot Grigio l $45

Sparkling

La Marca Prosecco l $35

Piper Sonoma Brut l $40

Domaine Carneros l $50

Reds

Canyon Road Cabernet Sauvignon l $38

Canyon Road Merlot l $38

Canyon Road Pinot Noir l $38

La Crema Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir l $50

Sweet

Canyon Road Moscato l $38

Pink

Canyon Road White Zinfandel l $38

BEVERAGES
PREMIUM

Absolut Vodka, Beefeater Gin, Malibu Rum, Sauza Tequila, Jim Bean Bourbon, Seagrams 7 Whiskey, Dewar’s Scotch, Hennessy Brandy

LUXURY

Grey Goose Vodka, Bombay Gin, Bacardi Rum, Patron Tequila , Makers Mark Bourbon, Crown Royal Whiskey, Chivas Scotch, Courvoisier Cognac

DOMESTIC BEER

Budweiser, Bud Light. Rolling Rock, 312, Miller, Miller Lite

IMPORTED BEER

Stella Artois, Corona, Heineken, Heineken Light

NON ALCOHOLIC

O’Douls

BAR PRICING | CONSUMPTION
Premium Luxury
  • Cost per Cocktail $8 $9
  • Martini $11 $12
  • Domestic Beer $6 $6
  • Premium Beer $7 $7
  • Wine $9 $10
  • Soft Drinks $5 $5
  • Bottled Water $5 $5
HOSTED
  • First Hour $19 $21
  • Additional Hour $9 $10
  • Bartender Fee -- $125 up to 4 hours for all banquet bar functions
    Cashier Fee -- $125 up to 4 ours for all cash bar functions

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Technology

AUDIOVISUAL PRICE GUIDE by ENCORE Event Technologies
AUDIO VISUAL PACKAGES
HD Wall Mounted Flat Panel Display Package $350.00

HD 65” Flat Panel Display

Laptop Audio Connection

Required Cabling/Power

HD Custom Flat Panel Display Package $350.00

HD 65” Flat Panel Display

Custom Monitor Stand

Laptop Audio Connection

Required Cabling/Power

Tech to set/strike

Conference Room LCD Display Package $625.00

HD LCD Projector (4000 lumen, WXGA)

Wide Screen Projection Surface (up to 8’)

Custom Projector Stand

Required Cabling/Power

Tech to set/strike

Conference Room Presenter Support Package $225.00

(For customers providing own LCD projector)

Wide Screen Projection Surface (up to 8’)

Custom Projector Stand

Required Cabling/Power

Technical Assistance Availability

Tech to set/strike

Portable Sound Reinforcement Package $360.00

2 Portable Powered Speakers w/Stands

Wired Microphone

Cable for iPod/iPad/mp3 player

4-Channel Mixer

Tech to set/strike

Decor Lighting Package $750.00

10 LED Full Color Spectrum Lighting Instruments

Required Cabling/Power

A LA CARTE PRICING
MISCELLANEOUS SPEAKER SUPPORT

Flipchart w/Pad and Markers $65.00

Laser Pointer $35.00

Speaker Timer $85.00

Speakerphone $250.00

AUDIO COMPONENTS
MICROPHONES

Wired Microphone $50.00

Wireless UHF (Lavaliere & Handheld) $150.00

MIXERS

4 Channel Stereo Mixer $50.00

12 Channel Stereo Mixer $150.00

16 Channel Stereo Mixer $200.00

24-32 Channel Stereo Mixer Call for details

PLAYERS/RECORDERS

MP3 Audio Patch $50.00

Digital Audio Recorder $225.00

SOUND REINFORCEMENT

Portable Powered Speakers $100.00

with stands

House Audio System Patch $100.00

VIDEO AND DATA COMPONENTS
PROJECTORS

HD LCD Projector (4000 lumen, WXGA) $550.00

HD DLP Projector (6,000 lumen, WXGA) $850.00

MONITORS

HD 55” Flat Panel Display $350.00

VIDEO PLAYER/RECORDER

DVD Player $80.00

DVD Recorder $125.00

DVCAM Player/Recorder Call for details

Other Video Formats Available Call for details

CAMERAS

HDV 1080i Video Camcorder $300.00

(camcorder tripod included)

Broadcast Quality Camera Call for details

(Includes camera, CCU, tripod, studio kit, cabling)

VIDEO/DATA SWITCHING AND DISTRIBUTION

Seamless Scan Converter/Switcher $375.00

PROJECTION SURFACE/DRAPES (wide screen format)

Drop Down Electric Screen $150.00

AVT Executive Projection Surface $150.00

7’ x 12’ Projection Surface w/Dress Kit $255.00

8.5’ x 14’ Projection Surface w/Dress Kit $280.00

25’ Multi-Outlet Extension Cord $25.00

50’ Multi-Outlet Extension Cord $35.00

Lighting Components
DIMMERS

12 Channel Control Board $125.00

6 Channel Dimmer Power Pack $85.00

LIGHTING INSTRUMENTS
LED Full Color Spectrum Lighting Instruments $100.00
Source 4 Ellipsoïdal or Par $50.00

(19, 26, 36 degree or Par)

Follow Spotlight $175.00
INTERNET AND NETWORKING

Wireless Internet is complimentary

WIRED INTERNET
Single Line – 6Mbps $100.00 per line

(Best for Webinars, Streaming, Servers)

Each Additional Line $50.00 per line
8 Port Network Switch $100.00
WIRELESS INTERNET USER ACCESS:

Custom bandwidth allowances Call for details

Advanced networking services Call for details

LABOR
EVENT SET-UP/DISMANTLE

Prices listed are per hour

Straight Time $75.00

Overtime $112.50

Holiday $150.00

Event Operation/Rigging Call for details

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