Wedding Menu

Our selection of mouth-watering presentations

The menu should compliment your wedding style.  What you see here is a sample of what we offer – while there are many options to choose from, you’re in great hands with our creative and experienced culinary team who will plan and create a spectacular feast! We also offer Kosher, Vegetarian and other specialty menus.

We’ll create the perfect menu for your wedding – one that your guests will be raving about for years to come!

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Enjoy butler passed hors d’ oeuvres and hand crafted cocktails at Cocktail Hour, then work your way to our delicious entrees and enhancements, then top it all off with selections from our desert menu.

Cocktail Hour and Social Reception

Hot Hors d’Oeuvres

An Array of Hot and Flavorful, Butler-Passed Appetizers
Fried Mushroom Risotto Cakes with a creamy mushroom reduction, Coney Island Pigs-n-Blankets served with a spicy pepper Dijon, Beef Wellington / Sesame Chicken served on a skewer with Hoisin Sauce, Sweet and Sour Chicken Kebobs, Chicken Satay, Filet Gorgonzola, Mini Cordon Bleu, and Croquettes / Pulled Pork Dumplings / Mashed Potato Puffs / Rock Shrimp wrapped with hickory smoked bacon and Coconut Shrimp / Chicken Satay / Filet Gorgonzola / Pulled Pork Dumplings / Mashed Potato Puffs / Croquettes / Mini Cordon Bleu / Mini Beef Wellington

Pasta Station Made to Order

Made to Order Pasta Entrees
Four Cheese and Pear Beggar's Purse Pasta with wild mushrooms in a creamy Alfredo Sauce / Penne' Pasta a la’ Vodka with crispy Pancetta and English Peas / Rigatoni & Sausage with Pommodoro Tomato Sauce / Grilled Vegetable Ravioli and Sage Bisque
(Please Select Two Entrees)

Carving

Freshly Carved, All Time Favorite Meat Dishes
Skirt Steak served over Crostini toast / *Leg of Lamb served with a mint herb relish / Stuffed Loin of Pork with raisins, cranberries, and spinach / Pepper-Crusted Breast of Turkey with a cranberry chutney
Please Select Two

Italian Cold Antipasto

Tossed Salads and Marinated Gardinera Presented with a selection of Fresh, Prime, Cold Meat Cuts
Marinated salads / Stuffed Artichoke Hearts / Roasted Red Peppers and Fresh Mozzarella / Marinated Grilled Endive / Zucchini, Eggplant and Squash / imported sliced meats to include: Sopressato / Genoa Salami / Cappicola, Mortadella / Pepperoni / Prosciutto Di Parma / Parmigiano Reggiano / 3 Pepper Bruschetta and Marinated Eggplant

Salumeria

Italian Coldcut Meat Tray
Sopressata / Genoa Salami / Cappicola / Mortadella / Pepperoni / Prosciutto Di Parma

Mashed Potato Station

An Elegantly Created Mashed Potato Presentation
Mashed Potato: Smashed Idaho Potato served in a martini glass with fresh chives, butter, sour cream, Canadian bacon, American Cheddar cheese, Broccoli and Homemade Brown Sauce

Chafing Dishes

A Choice of Savory Blends and Textures From Earth and Ocean
Stuffed Mushrooms: Mushroom caps stuffed with fresh spinach, Asiago Cheese and fresh herbs / Little Neck Clams Casino: Stuffed with peppers, onions and herbs / Prince Edward Mussels and Clams Posillipo in olive oil garlic and fresh herbs / Fried Calamari dusted with flour, corn meal and fresh herbs

Cocktail Hour and Social Reception

Mexican Station

Choice of Traditional Mexican Quesadillas and Relishes
Chicken and Beef Quesadillas, served with the following side garnishes: Guacamole / Pico De Gallo / Fresh Salsa, accompanied with Fresh Lime Cilantro Salsa and chips

Fruit and Berry Display

A Selection of Hand-Carved Melons and Exotic Fruits
Selections Include: Bananas / Mandarins / Cantaloupes / Grapes / Pineapple / Peaches / Strawberries / Honeydew / Seasonal Berries

Hand Carved Cheese as per Request

A collection of artisan cheese from around the world, cut to order
Asiago / Provolone / Gorgonzola / Fontina / 3 Pepper Jack / Muenster / Smoked Gouda / French Brie

Bruschetta Station

A Simplistic Tuscan Seduction of Sensually Explicit Taste
Tomato, Basil and Onion, Olive Oil and Fresh Spices on top of Freshly Toasted Bread

Macaroni and Cheese

Mouth-watering Macaroni and Cheese with a savory blend of artisan cheese and bacon
Asiago, Muenster, Provolone, Cheddar and bacon

Seafood and Raw Bar

A Menu of Assorted Shellfish and Fowl
Pulpo Salad with Extra Virgin Olive Oil Jumbo Gulf Shrimp Cocktail Little Neck Clams A selection of East and West Coast Oysters Spanish Mussels in green sauce Freshly baked Miniature Empanadas Chicken sautéed with olives and tri-color pepper Seafood Paella over Spanish Saffron, with Chorizo

Spanish

Una Experiencia Culinaria Auténtica.
Mussels in Green Sauce / Miniature Empanadas freshly baked, Sautéed Chicken with Olives, served with tri-color pasta / Pepper-Seafood Paella over Spanish Saffron Rice with Chorizo

Asian Wok

Light and Balanced Asian Cuisine
Choice of Stir Fried Beef or Chicken, served with Lo Mein and fried rice, topped with Ginger Soy and Duck Sauce, paired with a garden variety of Chinese vegetables
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Duet Offerings

Fillet Mignon and Stuffed Jumbo Shrimp

A Perfect Blend of Land and Sea Offerings
Tender, juicy and thick cut of prime fillet accompanies a generous portion of perfectly prepared, delicate, mouthwatering shrimp
add $9

Surf and Turf

add $15

Reception Dinner

Wedding Cake with Choice of Filling

Moist and Delicious, Made to Order

Intermezzo

Served on a Porcelain Japanese Spoon

Signature Salad

Baby Arugula, Field Greens and Frisee Salad with Granny Smith Apples, Cranberries with a White Balsamic Dressing.

Chateaubriand

Black Angus sliced tenderloin served with Sauce Bordelaise

Free Range Chicken Encroute

Asiago cheese, spinach with a Noir Shitake Reduction

Chicken Ariana

Boneless breast hand rolled with fresh Mozzarella, Proscuito and roasted red pepper

Grilled Salmon

Served over asparagus and Mushroom Risotto in a seafood broth

Grilled Vegetarian

Endive, squash, Zucchini, Portobello mushrooms, eggplant, asparagus and tomatoes

Enhancements and Side Dishes

Smoked Fish Display

Smoked Fish
Specialty Smoked Fish Ensemble: Sliced, Scottish Salmon and Trout / Whole Norwegian Pin Nose Salmon, garnished with sliced, pressed Cucumber Scales / Paupiettes of Salmon / Traditional Garnishes Include: Chopped Capers / lemon wedges / grated egg white and yolk / minced red onion and Crème Fraiche / Chilled, Salsa Verde
All entrees served with a basket of Russian Black Bread

Sushi Station

Attendant Prepaired Servings
An Elaborate Sushi / Tuna Maguro / Yellow Tail / Tuna Roll / California Roll / Cucumber Roll / Shrimp Ceviche Shooters / All Sushi served with a medley of Wasabi, Soy Sauce and pickled ginger

Cheese & Ale Fondue Station

Delectably Fresh, Creamy Cheese Sauce
Creamy Wheat Beer Cheese Fondue with warm, "Fingerling" Potatoes, fresh green apple wedges, asparagus tips, celery stalks, Chorizo sausage, spicy Italian sausage, and a basket of assorted bread

Sushi Platter

Something from the Sea
An assortment of spicy California Tuna and Salmon

Fresh Mozzarella (made to order)

A Short Order of Mozzerella Cheese, Seasonings and Savory
Mozzarella with Prosciutto, Salami, Pepperoni, Broccoli Rabe, Grilled Asparagus, Fresh Figs, Nutella, Hot Sopressato, Marinated Eggplant, Roasted Pepper, Basil, Olive Oil, Fresh Ground Pepper and Sea Salt

Pulled Barbeque Pork

Mouth-Watering and Tender
Served with Cheese and Rapini on a Sourdough Bun

Seared Tuna Station

Seasoned Just Right
Black Sesame and Cajun Spice

Shrimp Scampi Station

A Fresh Touch to a Timeless Favorite
Jumbo Shrimp Sautee'd in White Wine Garlic and Fresh Herbs

Lobster Grand Marnier

Sliced Lobster Tails in a Grand Marnier Cream Sauce
Tender, juicy steak from the sea paired with a full body orange liquer-based "Sauce a la Creme"

Hibachi Station

Seared, Lightly Tossed and Seasoned to Taste
Shrimp and Scallops grilled on a Flat Top with Fresh Vegetables

Carving Board

Three Traditional Meat Selections
Chef Carving of Rack Leg of Lamb / Whole Pig / Horse Radish Crusted Prime Rib

Dessert

Dessert Specialties

A Vintage Array of Delicate Pastries and Artisan-Created Sweet Treats
Chocolate Mousse / Tiramisu / Chocolate Covered Strawberries / Cherry, Almond and Anisette Biscotti / Fruit Tarts / Chocolate Cannoli / Petit Fours / French Macaroons / Butter Cookies / Truffles / Homemade Waffles with flambeed strawberries / Cotton Candy made to order

Liquor-based Desserts and Coffees

Sweet Dessert Finish for the Mature Palate
Fine Cognacs served in chocolate cups, cordials, cappuccinos and Espresso with Candi Sugar

Deluxe Viennese Presentation

Included with the Reception Sit-down style dinner
Strawberry Cheese Cake - Carrot Cake- Triple Fudge Cake -Baileys White Mousse- Grand Marnier Layered Fudge - Oreo Cheese Cake Assorted Italian mini pastries , Ice Cream Bar with home made waffles, fresh Cream and assorted toppings
Cocktail Hour

Cocktail Hour and Social Reception

Hot Hors d’Oeuvres

An Array of Hot and Flavorful, Butler-Passed Appetizers
Fried Mushroom Risotto Cakes with a creamy mushroom reduction, Coney Island Pigs-n-Blankets served with a spicy pepper Dijon, Beef Wellington / Sesame Chicken served on a skewer with Hoisin Sauce, Sweet and Sour Chicken Kebobs, Chicken Satay, Filet Gorgonzola, Mini Cordon Bleu, and Croquettes / Pulled Pork Dumplings / Mashed Potato Puffs / Rock Shrimp wrapped with hickory smoked bacon and Coconut Shrimp / Chicken Satay / Filet Gorgonzola / Pulled Pork Dumplings / Mashed Potato Puffs / Croquettes / Mini Cordon Bleu / Mini Beef Wellington

Pasta Station Made to Order

Made to Order Pasta Entrees
Four Cheese and Pear Beggar's Purse Pasta with wild mushrooms in a creamy Alfredo Sauce / Penne' Pasta a la’ Vodka with crispy Pancetta and English Peas / Rigatoni & Sausage with Pommodoro Tomato Sauce / Grilled Vegetable Ravioli and Sage Bisque
(Please Select Two Entrees)

Carving

Freshly Carved, All Time Favorite Meat Dishes
Skirt Steak served over Crostini toast / *Leg of Lamb served with a mint herb relish / Stuffed Loin of Pork with raisins, cranberries, and spinach / Pepper-Crusted Breast of Turkey with a cranberry chutney
Please Select Two

Italian Cold Antipasto

Tossed Salads and Marinated Gardinera Presented with a selection of Fresh, Prime, Cold Meat Cuts
Marinated salads / Stuffed Artichoke Hearts / Roasted Red Peppers and Fresh Mozzarella / Marinated Grilled Endive / Zucchini, Eggplant and Squash / imported sliced meats to include: Sopressato / Genoa Salami / Cappicola, Mortadella / Pepperoni / Prosciutto Di Parma / Parmigiano Reggiano / 3 Pepper Bruschetta and Marinated Eggplant

Salumeria

Italian Coldcut Meat Tray
Sopressata / Genoa Salami / Cappicola / Mortadella / Pepperoni / Prosciutto Di Parma

Mashed Potato Station

An Elegantly Created Mashed Potato Presentation
Mashed Potato: Smashed Idaho Potato served in a martini glass with fresh chives, butter, sour cream, Canadian bacon, American Cheddar cheese, Broccoli and Homemade Brown Sauce

Chafing Dishes

A Choice of Savory Blends and Textures From Earth and Ocean
Stuffed Mushrooms: Mushroom caps stuffed with fresh spinach, Asiago Cheese and fresh herbs / Little Neck Clams Casino: Stuffed with peppers, onions and herbs / Prince Edward Mussels and Clams Posillipo in olive oil garlic and fresh herbs / Fried Calamari dusted with flour, corn meal and fresh herbs

Cocktail Hour and Social Reception

Mexican Station

Choice of Traditional Mexican Quesadillas and Relishes
Chicken and Beef Quesadillas, served with the following side garnishes: Guacamole / Pico De Gallo / Fresh Salsa, accompanied with Fresh Lime Cilantro Salsa and chips

Fruit and Berry Display

A Selection of Hand-Carved Melons and Exotic Fruits
Selections Include: Bananas / Mandarins / Cantaloupes / Grapes / Pineapple / Peaches / Strawberries / Honeydew / Seasonal Berries

Hand Carved Cheese as per Request

A collection of artisan cheese from around the world, cut to order
Asiago / Provolone / Gorgonzola / Fontina / 3 Pepper Jack / Muenster / Smoked Gouda / French Brie

Bruschetta Station

A Simplistic Tuscan Seduction of Sensually Explicit Taste
Tomato, Basil and Onion, Olive Oil and Fresh Spices on top of Freshly Toasted Bread

Macaroni and Cheese

Mouth-watering Macaroni and Cheese with a savory blend of artisan cheese and bacon
Asiago, Muenster, Provolone, Cheddar and bacon

Seafood and Raw Bar

A Menu of Assorted Shellfish and Fowl
Pulpo Salad with Extra Virgin Olive Oil Jumbo Gulf Shrimp Cocktail Little Neck Clams A selection of East and West Coast Oysters Spanish Mussels in green sauce Freshly baked Miniature Empanadas Chicken sautéed with olives and tri-color pepper Seafood Paella over Spanish Saffron, with Chorizo

Spanish

Una Experiencia Culinaria Auténtica.
Mussels in Green Sauce / Miniature Empanadas freshly baked, Sautéed Chicken with Olives, served with tri-color pasta / Pepper-Seafood Paella over Spanish Saffron Rice with Chorizo

Asian Wok

Light and Balanced Asian Cuisine
Choice of Stir Fried Beef or Chicken, served with Lo Mein and fried rice, topped with Ginger Soy and Duck Sauce, paired with a garden variety of Chinese vegetables
Reception Dinner
Menu

Duet Offerings

Fillet Mignon and Stuffed Jumbo Shrimp

A Perfect Blend of Land and Sea Offerings
Tender, juicy and thick cut of prime fillet accompanies a generous portion of perfectly prepared, delicate, mouthwatering shrimp
add $9

Surf and Turf

add $15

Reception Dinner

Wedding Cake with Choice of Filling

Moist and Delicious, Made to Order

Intermezzo

Served on a Porcelain Japanese Spoon

Signature Salad

Baby Arugula, Field Greens and Frisee Salad with Granny Smith Apples, Cranberries with a White Balsamic Dressing.

Chateaubriand

Black Angus sliced tenderloin served with Sauce Bordelaise

Free Range Chicken Encroute

Asiago cheese, spinach with a Noir Shitake Reduction

Chicken Ariana

Boneless breast hand rolled with fresh Mozzarella, Proscuito and roasted red pepper

Grilled Salmon

Served over asparagus and Mushroom Risotto in a seafood broth

Grilled Vegetarian

Endive, squash, Zucchini, Portobello mushrooms, eggplant, asparagus and tomatoes
Enhancements

Enhancements and Side Dishes

Smoked Fish Display

Smoked Fish
Specialty Smoked Fish Ensemble: Sliced, Scottish Salmon and Trout / Whole Norwegian Pin Nose Salmon, garnished with sliced, pressed Cucumber Scales / Paupiettes of Salmon / Traditional Garnishes Include: Chopped Capers / lemon wedges / grated egg white and yolk / minced red onion and Crème Fraiche / Chilled, Salsa Verde
All entrees served with a basket of Russian Black Bread

Sushi Station

Attendant Prepaired Servings
An Elaborate Sushi / Tuna Maguro / Yellow Tail / Tuna Roll / California Roll / Cucumber Roll / Shrimp Ceviche Shooters / All Sushi served with a medley of Wasabi, Soy Sauce and pickled ginger

Cheese & Ale Fondue Station

Delectably Fresh, Creamy Cheese Sauce
Creamy Wheat Beer Cheese Fondue with warm, "Fingerling" Potatoes, fresh green apple wedges, asparagus tips, celery stalks, Chorizo sausage, spicy Italian sausage, and a basket of assorted bread

Sushi Platter

Something from the Sea
An assortment of spicy California Tuna and Salmon

Fresh Mozzarella (made to order)

A Short Order of Mozzerella Cheese, Seasonings and Savory
Mozzarella with Prosciutto, Salami, Pepperoni, Broccoli Rabe, Grilled Asparagus, Fresh Figs, Nutella, Hot Sopressato, Marinated Eggplant, Roasted Pepper, Basil, Olive Oil, Fresh Ground Pepper and Sea Salt

Pulled Barbeque Pork

Mouth-Watering and Tender
Served with Cheese and Rapini on a Sourdough Bun

Seared Tuna Station

Seasoned Just Right
Black Sesame and Cajun Spice

Shrimp Scampi Station

A Fresh Touch to a Timeless Favorite
Jumbo Shrimp Sautee'd in White Wine Garlic and Fresh Herbs

Lobster Grand Marnier

Sliced Lobster Tails in a Grand Marnier Cream Sauce
Tender, juicy steak from the sea paired with a full body orange liquer-based "Sauce a la Creme"

Hibachi Station

Seared, Lightly Tossed and Seasoned to Taste
Shrimp and Scallops grilled on a Flat Top with Fresh Vegetables

Carving Board

Three Traditional Meat Selections
Chef Carving of Rack Leg of Lamb / Whole Pig / Horse Radish Crusted Prime Rib
Dessert

Dessert

Dessert Specialties

A Vintage Array of Delicate Pastries and Artisan-Created Sweet Treats
Chocolate Mousse / Tiramisu / Chocolate Covered Strawberries / Cherry, Almond and Anisette Biscotti / Fruit Tarts / Chocolate Cannoli / Petit Fours / French Macaroons / Butter Cookies / Truffles / Homemade Waffles with flambeed strawberries / Cotton Candy made to order

Liquor-based Desserts and Coffees

Sweet Dessert Finish for the Mature Palate
Fine Cognacs served in chocolate cups, cordials, cappuccinos and Espresso with Candi Sugar

Deluxe Viennese Presentation

Included with the Reception Sit-down style dinner
Strawberry Cheese Cake - Carrot Cake- Triple Fudge Cake -Baileys White Mousse- Grand Marnier Layered Fudge - Oreo Cheese Cake Assorted Italian mini pastries , Ice Cream Bar with home made waffles, fresh Cream and assorted toppings
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Meet the Team

Nicholas Kakounis / Executive Chef

An enthusiastic young talent, Nicholas is a graduate of The Institute of Culinary Education. He has gained experience in Waldy Maloufs Beacon, Jean – Georges Vongerichtens Mercer Kitchen & Catch Red Bank with Chef Dominic Rizzo. Quality, taste and presentation is what he and his team strive to accomplish.

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  • ...We were able to take many truly wonderful photos of our wedding. The staff and management were extremely professional, made us feel very comfortable, and guided us through each step in the process. The Gramercy at Lakeside Manor is an establishment with true class and style.

    Jeff via WeddingWire

  • Your first vegan wedding and it was perfect! The food was fantastic and all of the non-vegan guests were quite complimentary.  The outdoor ceremony was just beautiful (everything you promised). Thanks for making my daughter's wedding everything she hoped it would be and more!

    Lynda via WeddingWire

  • I highly recommend the Gramercy to anyone! Not only is the venue absolutely stunning, all of the staff makes you feel as if you've known them for years!... The entire staff was professional, courteous and down to earth. They made me and all of my guests feel comfortable and important!

    Melinda Via WeddingWire

  • Thanks to the entire staff of The Gramercy for the wedding of our dreams! Everything was 100% top notch! We continue to get compliments from our guests on how wonderful the service was, and how delicious the food was...

    Michele Szczesniak via Facebook

  • My wife and I had our cocktail hour, ceremony and reception (in that order) this past weekend at the Gramercy. We cannot express just how wonderful the event coordinator and his staff were, not to mention how amazing the food was. Our guests haven't stopped talking about it!

    Matt Campo via Facebook

  • EXCELLENT!!!  We are so happy we had our wedding at the Gramercy at Lakeside Manor!! The venue is absolutely breathtaking! As soon as I walked into the Gramercy, I fell in love and knew this was the place I wanted to celebrate my wedding...  

    Anthony & Marlena Scarola via The Knot

  • Gorgeous, gorgeous venue.  This is honestly the most beautiful venue in NJ. Everything about it is elegant, food is AMAZING... !!  ... I am beyond satisfied that we used this venue and would recommend it to any couples looking for a beautiful venue!

    Sarah H. via The Knot

  • ... The bridal suite is huge and we had our own cocktail hour up there with hot and cold food. (The Bride) makes a grand entrance down a gorgeous flight of stairs into the main ballroom. What a way to enter your reception! I have nothing negative to say. I have already recommended it to many!

    Heather M. via The Knot
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