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Grand Pacific Palisades Resort & Hotel Wedding & Special Events Package

Ceremony Site
The Grand Terrace offers an ocean view ceremony site with a built in archway surrounded by a rose garden. Maximum seating capacity is 200 guests. A ceremony fee does apply. Morning ceremonies are at 9:30am and evening ceremonies are at 5:30pm. The ceremony fee includes:

  1. Folding white wedding chairs (maximum 200)
  2. An ocean view hotel room for wedding night when reception is held in the Grand Ballroom (check in is 3:00pm and check out is 12:00pm)
  3. Coordination of the wedding party for the ceremony
Grand Pacific Ballroom
The Grand Pacific Ballroom offers mountain and ocean views, with an exterior wrap around patio and outdoor lawn. The Ballroom offers a built in stage to either seat the wedding party or for DJ or band usage. Maximum seating capacity in the Grand Ballroom is 200 guests. A ballroom rental fee does apply please see pricing guide.

Food & Beverage
Karl Strauss is the exclusive food & beverage provider for the Grand Pacific Palisades Resort & Hotel. No outside catering services or food & beverage may be brought into the Grand Pacific Palisades banquet rooms. Due to Health Regulations, no leftover food is permitted to be taken off the property. Food and Beverage prices are subject to change. Karl Strauss food and beverage billing is separate than Grand Pacific Palisades billing.

Split Menu Policy
The Catering Department will gladly accommodate a two-entrée selection for plated meals. The follow will apply:
  1. An exact count of each entree is due the same time as your final guarantee.
  2. Please add $5.00 per person to offer two entrees.
  3. The client is responsible for providing one place card per guest indicating each guest's entrée selection.
Liquor Laws
Karl Strauss features Master Brewer Karl Strauss' superb handcrafted beers and a distinguished list of wines and spirits. Please note that due to California State law, absolutely no outside alcoholic beverages may be brought onto the premises. All guests must be able to produce a valid form of identification verifying they are of legal age in order to consume any alcoholic beverages. The Catering Department reserves the right to refuse service to anyone at anytime. The Catering Department also reserves the right to implement a Wrist Band Policy for any function without prior notification to the client. No alcoholic beverages may be served or consumed in the function rooms after 1:30 a.m.

Time
Event packages are in 5 hour increments. Morning times are 10:00am to 3:00pm. Evening hours are 6:00pm to 11:00pm. Extended hours are available for $500.00 per hour, all events must conclude by midnight. The room is available for set-up one hour prior to your event start time.

Linen
We are pleased to offer classic white linens as well as a selection of assorted napkin colors. Specialty linens are available, but are subject to additional rental fees.

Decorations
Our staff can arrange party favors and place cards if requested; otherwise all decorations are the responsibility of the client. Please note that glitter, confetti, birdseed, rice and open flames are not permitted on property.

Guarantees
A final guest count for your event is required 5 days prior to the event. If less than the guaranteed number of guests attend the function, you will be charged for the original guaranteed number. If no guarantee is given, the expected number of people will be the charged guarantee.

Deposits and Payments
The hotel rental fees are due within two (2) weeks of receiving the contract. Thirty days after signing the wedding contract, an additional $1,000 deposit is required to Karl Strauss. The food and beverage balance is due to Karl Strauss 5 days prior to the event in the form of a cashier's check. A credit card must accompany the final guarantee for potential overages. California Sales Tax and a 20% taxable service charge (subject to change without notice) will be added to the total food and beverage bill.

Additional Services
We are pleased to offer additional services for an additional charge. Options include chair covers, stage removal, audiovisual equipment for slideshow presentations and a larger dance floor. Please contact Conference Services or the Catering department for fees and availability.


Wedding & Special Event Packages
In addition to the menu package chosen, the following amenities apply to all weddings at the Grand Pacific Palisades:

  • Round table seating including chairs
  • Any additional skirted tables needed such as: cake table, gift table and DJ table
  • Dance Floor including delivery, set-up and removal
  • Complimentary champagne toast for all adults. Sparkling cider is available upon request
  • Cake cutting and service to all guests (Wedding cakes are the responsibility of the client)
  • 3 pre meal appetizers (please see list below)
  • On-site Catering Manager available to help coordinate all your event day needs
  • Complimentary parking is available in our underground parking structure. A parking fee does apply for all overnight guests

Pre-Meal Appetizers
(Included with all Meal Packages)

Your choice of 3

Fried Artichokes with a Spicy Tomato Sauce
Tortilla Chips with Salsa Fresca
Bruschetta with Garlic Croutons
Ahi Poke on Cucumber Slices
Stuffed Mushrooms with Herbed Cream Cheese
Sweet & Sour Chicken
Sesame Chicken with a Thai Peanut Sauce
Pesto & Ricotta Crostini
Chicken Spring Rolls with a Sweet Chili Glaze
Coconut Shrimp
Fresh Vegetables, Cheese and Crackers with Ranch Dipping Sauce

Ceremony and Reception Pricing 2009 - 2010

January thru April & November
Saturday Evening
Ceremony Fee - $500
Ballroom Rental Fee - $1000
Food & Beverage Minimum--$4,500
Friday Evening, Saturday Morning, Sunday
Ceremony Fee - $350
Ballroom Rental Fee - $500
Food & Beverage Minimum--$3,300
May thru October & December
Saturday Evening
Ceremony Fee - $750
Ballroom Rental Fee - $1,500
Food & Beverage Minimum--$4,900
Friday Evening, Saturday Morning, Sunday
Ceremony Fee - $500
Ballroom Rental Fee - $1,000
Food & Beverage Minimum--$3,600

Beverage Services
Prices listed are per guest

Unlimited Beer and Wine Service
$15.95 per 4 hours**
Two Karl Strauss Beers on Tap (Karl Strauss Amber Lager & Woodie Gold)
California Red and White Wines
Soft Drinks, Juices and Sparkling Water
**Each additional hour $2.00 per guest**

Unlimited Beer, Wine and Spirits Service
$22.95 per 4 hours**
Two Karl Strauss Beers on Tap (Karl Strauss Amber Lager & Woodie Gold)
California Red and White Wines
Two Tier Spirit Bar
Soft Drinks, Juices and Sparkling Water
**Each additional hour $4.00 per guest**

Hosted Bar/Running a Tab
Tab will be run at the bar according to the following price scale. Charges will be billed separate from Food Invoice.
$4.50 per pilsner of Beer
$5.75 per glass of House Wine
$5.25 per Well Drink
$5.75 per Call Drink
$2.50 per Juice or Mineral Water
$1.50 per Soft Drink

No Host - Cash and Carry
For no host bars a $250.00 fee will apply per bar, which is waived if bar sales exceed $250.00

A $50 bartender fee per four hour period applies per bar. A taxable 20% Service Charge & Applicable Sales Tax applies to all food and beverage. All prices are subject to change, food and beverage minimums do apply.


Full Service Event Planning
We understand that planning an event takes a lot of time and effort. At Grand Pacific Palisades it's important to us that you are able to enjoy your event knowing that we have the details covered and understand your vision. In order for the vision to become a reality, it can take a team of professional individuals. The following vendor's we have worked with and are confidant they will help you plan your perfect event.

DJs
William O'Bannon 800-975-5258
www.eventsbydesign.com
Elite British DJ - Mick Scrivener 858-513-8253
www.elitebritishdj.net

Wedding Decor, Lighting & Floral
Pacific Event Productions - Kate Preissler 858-450-7733
www.pacificevents.com

Photographers
Davida Parker Photography 760-622-4398
www.dparkerphotography.com
Carrie McCluskey Photography 858-682-3534
www.mccluskeyphotography.com
Glenn Currie Photography 877-454-2012
www.glenncurrie.com

Photographers
Moments to Remember - Lisa Hall 760-685-1862
www.dayofweddings-sandiego.com

Florists
Untamed Floral Designs 760-213-4246
www.untamedfloraldesigns.com

Hair & Make-up
Beauty Ever After - Erica Highfill 619-654-4342
www.beautyeverafter.com

Chocolate Fountains
California Chocolate Fountains 619-972-3193
www.californiachocolatefountains.com
The Chocolate Guy 619-442-4973
www.sandiegochocolateguy.com

Cake Makers
VG Bakery 760-753-2400
www.vgbakery.com
Michele Coulon Dessertier 858-456-5098
www.dessertier.com
Twiggs Bakery 619-296-4077
www.twiggsbakery.com

Please feel free to ask for vendors that provide services not listed.



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