WEDDING PACKAGES & MENUS The strikingly beautiful Morris Inn provides premier wedding venues in the heart of the University of Notre Dame. As the center of hospitality on campus, our commitment to excellence ensures cherished memories that last a lifetime. The elegance of our William and Mary Ann Smith Ballroom with pre-reception area, classically appointed private dining rooms, and landscaped courtyard terrace offers stunning spaces for your celebration. We can also offer the McKenna Hall Atrium with its soaring ceilings. Under the direction of Executive Chef Ross Olling, the skilled culinary team and friendly, professional staff attends to every detail to guarantee that your special day is perfect. We offer a variety of wedding package plans. Should you prefer a menu of your own design, our Executive Chef will work with you to create a delicious meal prepared to your specifications. Menus for rehearsal dinners, farewell brunches, bridal showers and luncheons may also be planned. Let us help make your Notre Dame wedding truly unforgettable. SPECIALTIES FOR YOUR DAY INCLUDE • Dedicated Event Specialist to direct and assist you with your planning • Inclusive food and beverage pricing for guaranteed guest count • Champagne toast for all your wedding guests • Four-hour bar package for evening receptions, three-hour bar package for daytime receptions • Morris Inn house-made vanilla bean ice cream served with your wedding cake (we do not provide wedding cakes) • White floor length table linens, white skirted cake table, place card table and gift table • Silver table assignment number holders • Custom room layout to include dance floor • Bartender/Butler fees • Guest room block at discounted rate for family and friends (based on availability) • Complimentary upgrade to a premier suite for bride and groom • Security staff to ensure the safety and security of your wedding celebration • Private menu tasting prior to your event SMITH BALLROOM CAPACITY AND MINIMUMS Morris Inn Ballroom can accommodate up to 280 wedding guests with a dance floor. The wedding food and beverage minimum for our ballroom space is based on the day and time of the event: • Friday Evening: $10,000 • Saturday Day: $8,000 • Saturday Evening: $14,000 Pre-function reception space, located just outside the ballroom, offers an area to gather for cocktails and hors d’oeuvres and to enjoy campus views prior to dinner. In the Indiana spring, summer and fall months, it may be possible to have cocktails on our Wind Family Fireside Terrace before heading into the ballroom for your wedding reception and dancing. 130 NOTRE DAME AVENUE // NOTRE DAME, IN 46556 // 574.631.2000 // MORRISINN@ND.EDU // MORRISINN.ND.EDU 2 Private Dining Rooms Capacity and Minimums The Private Dining Rooms at Morris Inn can accommodate up to 100 guests with a dance floor. The wedding food and beverage minimum for this space is $1,500. McKenna Hall Atrium Capacity and Minimums The McKenna Hall Atrium can accommodate up to 350 guests with a dance floor. The wedding food and beverage minimum for this space is based on the day and time of the event: • Friday Evening: $5,000 • Saturday Day: $4,000 • Saturday Evening: $7,000 RESERVATIONS AND DEPOSITS When you select Morris Inn for your reception, a signed contract and non-refundable $2,000 deposit is required; this amount may be made via cash, check or credit card. A Beverage Event Order (BEO) including your menu selection and event details will be prepared for your signature two months prior to your event. An additional deposit equal to 50% of the anticipated cost will be due at that time. The final guaranteed guest count and table setup needs are due with the estimated final deposit payment five days prior to your reception. Any additional charges incurred during the reception will be taken from the deposit. If no additional charges are incurred during the reception, we will refund the $2,000 deposit. GUEST ROOM ACCOMMODATIONS We welcome you and your guests to stay at Morris Inn. Our 150 guest rooms provide two queen-sized or one kingsized bed. Beautifully appointed bathrooms feature ceramic tile floors, glass-enclosed walk-in showers, makeup mirrors and the finest amenities available. All of our rooms come with captivating views of the beautiful University of Notre Dame campus. The bride and groom will receive a complimentary upgrade from a standard room to a spacious bridal suite for the bride and groom’s wedding night. A hotel room block of 20 rooms can be held for your family and friends based on availability. You may obtain rates and availability through our Event Sales Specialist: Lori M. Chaney lorichaney@nd.edu 574.641.7641 During your stay, allow time to dine in our full-service Sorin’s restaurant, or gather with family and friends in Rohr’s or the Fireside Terrace. And be sure to visit our bridal registry located in our new lobby gift shop. 130 NOTRE DAME AVENUE // NOTRE DAME, IN 46556 // 574.631.2000 // MORRISINN@ND.EDU // MORRISINN.ND.EDU 3 POLICIES Due to Indiana health department regulation, banquet food or beverages not consumed may not be removed from the location of service. In concurrence with the policy of the University, smoking is not allowed in the Morris Inn. We will be happy to provide a listing of approved vendors for your floral and decorating needs upon request. We reserve the right to confirm pricing 90 days prior to your event. All prices are subject to a 20% administrative fee and 7% Indiana state sales tax. WEDDING DETAILS A customized diagram will be created for your reception. When you have completed your seating chart, please provide a copy of the diagram to your Event Specialist. We ask that you number/name the tables per your chart, and indicate the number of seats per table. If place cards are being used, please arrange them in alphabetical order, with entrée selection clearly marked if you have offered your guests a choice of entrée. We are happy to assist with placement of some of your wedding day items. Please arrange a time to leave them with your Event Specialist one or two days prior to your reception. These items may include: guest place cards, favors, menu cards, toasting flutes, cake knife, cake topper, table names or custom numbers, guest book or photo mat, photos for memory table, and/or container for greeting cards. Meal and beverage packages are available for guests aged 3 to 10. There is no charge for children under 3. Adult guests under 21 will receive a $15 adult beverage discount off the menu price at time of confirmation. It is customary to provide a meal for those vendors whose services are provided throughout the day of your wedding. Your Event Specialist will be happy to discuss options with you. MENU SAMPLING AND SELECTION A private menu sampling scheduled three to six months prior to your wedding date allows an opportunity to sample the food and discuss the details of your event with your Event Specialist. Tastings for up to four guests can be reserved at 2:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday with two weeks advance notice. Included will be a sampling of hors d’oeuvres, two salads, two entrées and our Morris Inn vanilla bean ice cream. Chef Ross will be happy to accommodate special dietary needs for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, lactose-free or other restrictions. 130 NOTRE DAME AVENUE // NOTRE DAME, IN 46556 // 574.631.2000 // MORRISINN@ND.EDU // MORRISINN.ND.EDU 4 BAR AND MENU SERVICES Four-hour bar service is included in all evening wedding packages: one hour for the cocktail reception and three additional hours following dinner. A champagne toast for all guests is provided for your celebration, with nonalcoholic sparkling beverages available. Daytime receptions will include one hour of passed champagne and mimosas, with two hours of open bar following brunch. We are happy to provide our wine list should you wish to offer wine service with your meal. Please note: We require proof of age/ID and reserve the right to restrict the service of alcoholic beverages in compliance with the policies of the University of Notre Dame and the State of Indiana. AVAILABLE ENHANCEMENTS TO YOUR CELEBRATION • Appetizer course • Intermezzo course • Patisserie sweets • Sundae bar • Late night stations • Custom ice carving • Signature drink • Wine service with dinner • Specialty linens • Chocolate dipped strawberries served with your wedding cake • Personalized, private mobile application created and designed for your guests We look forward to discussing the plans for your celebration. The Event Sales Specialist, Lori Chaney, can be reached at 574.631.7641 or lorichaney@nd.edu. PARKING AT MORRIS INN Morris Inn now has valet parking for your convenience. Valet parking is $15 per night for overnight guests and $10 for guests just attending your wedding. Complimentary self-parking is available near the Bookstore. 130 NOTRE DAME AVENUE // NOTRE DAME, IN 46556 // 574.631.2000 // MORRISINN@ND.EDU // MORRISINN.ND.EDU 5 THE RECEPTION YOUR PLATED DINNER INCLUDES ONE-HOUR RECEPTION BAR CHOICE OF THREE BUTLER-PASSED HORS D’OEUVRES CHAMPAGNE TOAST SERVED DINNER CHOICE OF SALAD AND ENTRÉE VANILLA BEAN ICE CREAM SERVED WITH YOUR WEDDING CAKE THREE-HOUR BAR FOLLOWING DINNER DINNER PRICES START AT $62 PER PERSON All prices subject to a 20% administrative fee and a 7% Indiana state sales tax. Prices are subject to change. 6 THE RECEPTION COCKTAIL HOUR PASTRY-WRAPPED IRISH SAUSAGE WILD MUSHROOMS, SPINACH AND FETA CHEESE IN PHYLLO CUP VEGETABLE SPRING ROLLS WITH CHILI LIME DIPPING SAUCE GREEK LAMB MEATBALLS WITH CUCUMBER YOGURT TZATZIKI BEEF TENDERLOIN CROSTINI WITH HORSERADISH SEASONAL FRESH FRUIT SKEWERS SMOKED SALMON WITH CUCUMBER AND DILL ON PUMPERNICKEL SESAME CHICKEN SKEWERS ITALIAN SAUSAGE STUFFED MUSHROOMS OLIVE TAPENADE BRUSCHETTA BACON, BLEU AND CARAMELIZED ONION STUFFED MUSHROOMS SESAME SHRIMP WITH SWEET CHILI DIPPING SAUCE BRIE, CARAMELIZED ONION AND APPLEWOOD-SMOKED BACON CROSTINI TEQUILA-LIME SHRIMP WITH CHIPOTLE AIOLI CAPRESE CROSTINI WITH FRESH MOZZARELLA, TOMATO AND BASIL CHICKEN SATAY WITH PEANUT DIPPING SAUCE CHEESE AND BLACK BEAN QUESADILLAS WITH CILANTRO SOUR CREAM GOAT CHEESE STUFFED PEPPADEW PEPPERS All prices subject to a 20% administrative fee and a 7% Indiana state sales tax. Prices are subject to change. 7 THE RECEPTION STARTERS SHRIMP COCKTAIL FRESH TOMATO BISQUE with Cocktail Sauce // $7 with Parmesan Crouton // $4 ANGEL HAIR PASTA SMOKED MUSHROOM BISQUE with Veal Pomodoro Ragu // $5 with Caramelized Shitakes and Chive Oil // $4 LUMP CRAB CAKES LOBSTER BISQUE with Champagne Sauce // $7 with Lobster Relish // $6 CHILLED STRAWBERRY SOUP with Crème Fraiche // $4 SALADS BABY SPINACH SALAD MORRIS INN GREEN SALAD with Cranberries, Oranges and Citrus Vinaigrette with Flatbread Cracker and Seasonal Vinaigrette CAESAR SALAD SPRING GREENS with Grape Tomatoes, Parmesan with Broccoli, Bacon, Walnuts and and Roasted Garlic Croutons Sweet Soy Vinaigrette All prices subject to a 20% administrative fee and a 7% Indiana state sales tax. Prices are subject to change. 8 THE RECEPTION ENTRÉE All dinner selections include three hors d’oeuvres, bar package, champagne toast, salad, dinner rolls, entrée with starch and seasonal vegetable, vanilla bean ice cream to serve with your wedding cake, coffee and teas. If you would like to offer a choice bewteen two entrées, the choice of entrée selection BEEF FILET MIGNON MUSHROOM WELLINGTON with Red Wine Reduction, Roasted Garlic with Roasted Peppers, Goat Cheese, Red Risotto and Fresh Seasonal Vegetable // $80 Pepper Coulis and Seasonal Vegetable // $62 CHICKEN AND PORK GRILLED PORK TENDERLOIN CHICKEN WILD MUSHROOM MARSALA with Fruit Chutney, Saffron Rice and with Roasted Yukon Potatoes and Fresh Seasonal Fresh Seasonal Vegetable // $65 Vegetable // $65 SAUTÉED CHICKEN BREAST CHICKEN DIJON STRUDEL with Lemon Caper Sauce, Herbed Couscous with Heirloom Potatoes and and Fresh Seasonal Vegetable // $65 Fresh Seasonal Vegetable // $65 FISH & VEGETARIAN ROASTED SEA BASS ROASTED VEGETABLE STRUDEL with Lemon Beurre Blanc, Lobster Mashed Potatoes with Vegetable Veloute and and Fresh Seasonal Vegetable // $80 Fresh Seasonal Vegetable // $62 GRILLED SALMON with Cilantro Chimichurri, Rice Pilaf and Fresh Seasonal Vegetable // $70 All prices subject to a 20% administrative fee and a 7% Indiana state sales tax. Prices are subject to change. 9 THE RECEPTION OR CHOOSE TWO PLEASURES ON ONE PLATE BEEF TENDERLOIN FILET BEEF TENDERLOIN FILET with Balsamic Demi-Reduction with Cabernet Demi-Glace & & SPINACH-ARTICHOKE STUFFED CHICKEN with Chimichurri, Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes with Lemon Beurre Blanc, Herb Roasted Red Skin and Fresh Seasonal Vegetable // $80 SAUTÉED SEA SCALLOPS Potatoes and Fresh Seasonal Vegetable // $80 GRILLED SALMON FILET & SAUTÉED CHICKEN BREAST with Lemon Caper Sauce, Parmesan Polenta and Fresh Seasonal Vegetable // $75 OLIVE OIL POACHED PRAWNS & BEEF TENDERLOIN FILET with Stone-Ground Mustard, Beurre Blanc, Shiraz Jus, Mascarpone Risotto Cake and Fresh Seasonal Vegetable // $80 JUNIOR GOURMET PLATED DINNER FRESH FRUIT, CHICKEN TENDERS AND FRIES, VANILLA BEAN ICE CREAM // $18 PER CHILD All prices subject to a 20% administrative fee and a 7% Indiana state sales tax. Prices are subject to change. 10 BAR SERVICE FOUR HOUR OPEN BAR SERVICE INCLUDED IN DINNER PACKAGE ONE HOUR FOR THE COCKTAIL RECEPTION THREE ADDITIONAL HOURS FOLLOWING DINNER CALL BRAND LIQUORS, WINES, IMPORTED AND DOMESTIC BEER SODA, JUICE, WATER OR UPGRADE TO PREMIUM BAR SERVICE ADDITIONAL $10 PER PERSON COMPLIMENTARY CHAMPAGNE TOAST WITH NONALCOHOLIC SPARKLING CIDER AVAILABLE WINE SERVICE WITH DINNER HOUSE WINE – CANYON ROAD // $23 PER BOTTLE Or use our Sorin’s seasonal wine list to make your selection at www.morrisinn.nd.edu. Please note: we require proof of age/ID and reserve the right to restrict the service of alcoholic beverages in compliance with the policies All prices subject to a 20% administrative fee and a 7% Indiana state sales tax. Prices are subject to change. 11 WEDDING BRUNCH WEDDING RECEPTION BRUNCH BUFFET Brunch includes one hour of passed champagne, mimosas, juice, mini quiches and fresh FRESH FRUIT DISPLAY OVEN ROASTED FRESH HERBED POTATOES SPINACH SALAD Pickled Red Onion and Citrus Vinaigrette CRISPY APPLEWOOD-SMOKED BACON AND SAUSAGE PATTIES SMOKED SALMON DISPLAY CINNAMON FRENCH TOAST with Mandarin Oranges, Almonds, Berries, with Cream Cheese, Tomatoes, Onions, with Fresh Berries and Vanilla-Scented Peppers, Eggs, Capers and Mini Bagels Mascarpone Cheese FRESHLY BAKED BRUNCH PASTRIES CHICKEN BREAST with Seasonal Vegetables EGGS BENEDICT with Hollandaise VANILLA BEAN ICE CREAM to Serve with Your Wedding Cake $46 PER PERSON ADD A CARVING STATION with Honey-Glazed Ham or Slow-Roasted Turkey Breast // $7 Per Person Or Choose Beef Tenderloin Carving Station // $9 Per Person Add a Cooked-to-Order Omelet Station // $5 Per Person Add One Additional Hour Open Bar // $6 Per Person JUNIOR GOURMET BRUNCH BUFFET CHILDREN MAY EAT FROM THE BRUNCH BUFFET // $15 PER CHILD All prices subject to a 20% administrative fee and a 7% Indiana state sales tax. Prices are subject to change. 12 REHEARSAL DINNER PLATED REHEARSAL DINNER ENTRÉE BEEF OAK GRILLED FILET MIGNON NEW YORK STRIP STEAK with Merlot Reduction, Roasted Garlic Mashed with Sautéed Mushrooms; Onions and Potatoes and Baby Vegetable Medley // $34 Red Wine Sauce with Haricot Verts and Roasted New Potatoes // $34 SLOW ROASTED PRIME RIB OF BEEF with Sautéed Mushrooms, Onions and Red Wine Sauce with Haricot Verts and Roasted New Potatoes // $34 CHICKEN AND PORK SLOW-ROASTED PORK LOIN CHICKEN STRUDEL with Pan Sauce, Mashed Yukons and with Dijon Cream Sauce, Broccolini and Baby Carrots // $24 Roasted Red Skins // $22 HOISIN-GLAZED PORK LOIN GRILLED CHICKEN CHIMICHURRI BREAST with Asian Noodles and Vegetable Medley // $24 with Chimichurri Sauce, Cauliflower and GRILLED PORK TENDERLOIN Roasted Potatoes // $26 with Fresh Herbs and Balsamic Cippolini Onions // $26 LEMON CAPER CHICKEN BREAST ARTICHOKE-SPINACH STUFFED CHICKEN BREAST with White Wine Sauce, Saffron Rice and with Lemon Butter Sauce, Couscous, Cauliflower Squash Medley // $24 and Sautéed Peppers // $24 All prices subject to a 20% administrative fee and a 7% Indiana state sales tax. Prices are subject to change. 13 REHEARSAL DINNER FISH & VEGETARIAN GRILLED SALMON with Citrus Salad and Asparagus Rice // $26 SOLE FLORENTINE ROASTED GARLIC MASHED POTATOES AND BROCCOLINI, EGGPLANT PARMESAN with Marinara and Roasted Garlic Polenta and French Beans // $19 with Mornay Sauce // $26 ROASTED RED SKINS AND FRENCH GREEN BEANS SAUTÉED TILAPIA with Shrimp Scampi Topping // $25 SPINACH, MUSHROOM AND FETA CHEESE STRUDEL with Greek Tomato Sauce, Squash and Roasted Tomatoes // $19 VEGAN MARINATED FRIED TOFU with Pineapple Fried Rice, Fresh Vegetable Medley and Pineapple Mango Sauce // $19 Our chef is happy to select a seasonal salad or soup and dessert to complement your meal. All prices subject to a 20% administrative fee and a 7% Indiana state sales tax. Prices are subject to change. 14 REHEARSAL DINNER BUFFET REHEARSAL DINNER SORIN’S SIGNATURE BUFFET CAESAR SALAD GRILLED SALMON with Brioche Croutons with Citrus Salad, Couscous and Squash Medley TOMATO AND FRESH MOZZARELLA SALAD WILD MUSHROOMS, ROASTED PEPPERS, LEEKS with Pesto with Boursin Cheese Polenta and Steamed Broccoli ASSORTMENT OF MORRIS INN DINNER ROLLS PASTRY CHEF’S ASSORTED DESSERTS CHEF CARVED OAK ROASTED STRIP LOIN OF BEEF CHICKEN STRUDEL WITH DIJON CREAM SAUCE with Creamy Horseradish Sauce with Haricot Verts and Heirloom Potatoes $39 PER PERSON Beverages include coffee, teas, iced tea and lemonade. All prices subject to a 20% administrative fee and a 7% Indiana state sales tax. Prices are subject to change. 15 REHEARSAL DINNER CHEF ROSS’S SEASONAL BUFFET SPINACH SALAD HEARTS OF ROMAINE SALAD with Dried Fruits, Spiced Nuts, Blue Cheese with Carrot, Radish, Cucumber, Tomato, and Balsamic Vinaigrette Red Onion and Poppy Seed Vinaigrette CHOOSE TWO MEATS AND ONE VEGETARIAN SELECTION FROM SOME OF THE CHEF’S FAVORITES SLOW-ROASTED PORK LOIN BEEF TIPS with Sweet and Sour Onion Sauce, with Wild Mushroom, Caramelized Onions, Fresh Herbed Red Skin Potatoes and French Beans Roasted Garlic Mashed Yukon Potatoes and Red and Yellow Peppers SPINACH-ARTICHOKE STUFFED CHICKEN BREAST SAUTÉED TILAPIA with Mornay Sauce, Saffron Rice and Squash Medley with Lemon Butter Sauce, Couscous and Broccolini LEMON CAPER CHICKEN BREAST SEARED SALMON with White Wine Sauce, Roasted Red Skin Potatoes with Tarragon Sauce, Fresh Seasonal Vegetables and and Baby Carrots Rice Pilaf FOUR-CHEESE LASAGNA VEGAN MARINATED FRIED TOFU with Basil Pesto, Zucchini and Yellow Squash with Pineapple Fried Rice and Spicy Cashews PASTRY CHEF’S ASSORTED DESSERTS $33 PER PERSON Beverages include coffee, teas, iced tea and lemonade. All prices subject to a 20% administrative fee and a 7% Indiana state sales tax. Prices are subject to change. 16 REHEARSAL DINNER BAR SERVICE COCKTAIL PACKAGE WITH CALL BRAND LIQUOR, WINE, BEER AND SODA INCLUDES COCKTAILS, WINE, DOMESTIC BOTTLED BEER, IMPORT AND LOCAL MICROBREWS AND SOFT DRINKS Call Brand Liquors Include: Smirnoff, Bacardi, Beefeater, Canadian Club, Jim Beam, Cutty Sark and Captain Morgan Rum One Hour Package // $12.25 Per Person Each Additional Hour // $5.25 Per Person COCKTAIL PACKAGE WITH WINE, BEER AND SODA INCLUDES HOUSE WINE, DOMESTIC BOTTLED BEER, IMPORT AND LOCAL MICROBREWS AND SOFT DRINKS House Wine Selection: Canyon Road Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, Moscato, Cabernet, Merlot and Pinot Noir Beer to include selection from following: Imported Beer: Amstel Light, Beck’s, Heineken, Guinness, Killian’s Domestic Beer: Budweiser, Budweiser Light, Miller Genuine Draft. Coors Light, Miller Lite, Sam Adams, Sam Adams Light, Michelob Ultra Non-alcoholic Beer: Sharp’s, O’Doul’s One-Hour Package // $8 Per Person Each Additional Hour // $4 Per Person All prices subject to a 20% administrative fee and a 7% Indiana state sales tax. Prices are subject to change. 17 REHEARSAL DINNER BAR SERVICE HOSTED CONSUMPTION BARS Mixed Call Drinks // $5.50 Domestic Beer // $4 Mixed Premium Drinks // $7 Soft Drinks // $2.50 Cordials // $8 Rum Punch // $50/gallon House Wine // $6 Champagne Punch // $50/gallon Imported Beer/Local Brews // $5 A bartender fee of $75 will be assessed if bar revenue is less than $150 per hour. In compliance with the policies of the University and of the state of Indiana, we reserve the right to restrict the All prices subject to a 20% administrative fee and a 7% Indiana state sales tax. Prices are subject to change. 18 FAREWELL BRUNCH FAREWELL BREAKFAST BUFFET FRESH SLICED AND CUBED FRUIT TRAY ASSORTED BREAKFAST PASTRIES FLUFFY SCRAMBLED EGGS CINNAMON FRENCH TOAST with Berry Garnish and Warm Maple Syrup BREAKFAST POTATOES APPLEWOOD-SMOKED BACON AND SAUSAGE LINKS $14 PER PERSON FAREWELL PLATED BREAKFAST CINNAMON FRENCH TOAST WITH FRESH BERRIES FLUFFY SCRAMBLED EGGS APPLEWOOD-SMOKED BACON AND SAUSAGE LINKS SERVED WITH FRUIT & YOGURT PARFAIT CUPS BASKETS OF BREAKFAST PASTRIES $13 PER PERSON All prices subject to a 20% administrative fee and a 7% Indiana state sales tax. Prices are subject to change. 19