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 Looking for the perfect venue to host your private party or special event?

 

 

Choices By Shawn is located in the Moore House, built in 1840 and registered as a historic landmark in the National Historic Registry. Our classic american decor with authentic, original art works provides a one of a kind environment.

 

Your corporate meeting or event, your wedding, your reception, or your private gathering will be a more memorable experience and receive an unparalleled culinary experience at Choices By Shawn.

 

From the dining rooms to the wrap around porch with rocking chairs, to our garden...the venue will provide an experience of lasting memories.

 

Give us a call at 703-385-5433 to speak with us about hosting your special event.

 

  Choices By Shawn Banquet Menu

 

We invite you to plan your next celebration or affair at Choices by Shawn.  Choices can accommodate your every need and host almost any type of event.  With our unique location and delicious food, Choices will make lasting memories among your guests.  We would be more than happy to show you our accommodations personally and discuss your menu needs for:

·        Weddings

·        Baby Showers

·        Tea Parties

·        Bridal Showers

·        Rehearsal Dinners

·        Business Meetings

·        Anniversaries

·        Holiday Parties

·        Birthdays

 

Please let us serve you by contacting our banquet manager at 703-385-5433.  We would love to have you here!

 

Important Information

·        Choices can accommodate your private party of 10-60 guests

·        We have two private banquet rooms that seat up to 20 people each.  When your party is more than 40 guests, we can offer the entire restaurant

·        Menu prices include set up fee and room rental

·        All of our events have a time slot of two hours

·        Each additional hour is $25.00

·        Soft drinks, coffee, and tea are included in menu prices.  Alcohol is not.

·        A credit card number is required at the time of reservation. This is held in case the

      function is cancelled less than one week before the reserved date.

·        A final guest count and menu is required one week before your event.  This is the 

      count that will be charged.

·        Menu prices do not include state and local tax, alcohol, or 18% service charge

·        Kids meals are available upon request

 

 

Tea at Choices

Perfect for Baby Showers, Bridal Showers, or an All Ladies Group

 

Dessert Tea

Tea and a dessert

$11.00 per person

 

Cream Tea

Tea, scones with clotted cream & fruit jams, and dessert

$15.00 per person

 

Afternoon Tea

Tea, scones with clotted cream & fruit jams, assorted tea sandwiches, and dessert

$22.00 per person

 

High Tea

Tea, scones with clotted cream & fruit jams, your choice of soup (listed below) and a raspberry walnut salad, assorted tea sandwiches, and dessert

$27.00 per person

 

Soup Selection for High Tea

Chicken and Rice, Creamy Broccoli

 

Tea Flavors

Your Choice of Two Flavors for Every 20 Guests

Christmas Dreams

Black Currant Decaf

Toffee Cream

Cinnamon Plum

White Blueberry

Gingerbread House

Oolong Peach

Organic Berries and Bits

Cinnamon Apple Yogurt

Very Berry

Cherry Blossom

Cinnamon

Chocolate Ginger

Honey Spice

Roasted Almond

Organic Green Tea

 

 

 

Brunch Buffet

 

Fruit Salad

 An assortment of the freshest fruit of the season

 

French Toast*

Thick sliced bread, dipped in our cinnamon-infused batter and grilled to a golden brown and sprinkled with powder sugar

 

Belgian Waffles*

Golden outside, tender inside, our homemade waffles come with your choice of maple syrup, strawberries, blueberries, or chocolate chips topped with whipped cream

 

Pancakes*

Fluffy pancakes topped with maple syrup, strawberries, blueberries, bananas, pecans, or chocolate chips, and whipped cream

 

Sausage Gravy and Biscuits

Light and fluffy biscuits covered with a healthier version of sausage gravy

 

Eggs

(Made to order for parties fewer than 20)

Eggs made to your liking, choose from either omelets or anyway you prefer

 

Raspberry Walnut Salad

Mixed greens topped with chopped walnuts, tomatoes, red onion and Parmesan cheese, served with a raspberry vinaigrette

 

Your Choice of Pasta

Choose from our delicious selection of pasta!  Including: Pasta Alfredo with Chicken, Butter Gnocchi with Spinach and Pine Nuts, Asparagus and Chicken Carbonara

 

Also Included on the Buffet

Bacon and Sausage

Home Fries

Assorted Pastries

 

Price: $25.00 dollars per person, children under 12 are half price

*Items are made to order, choose one per person

 

 

 

Luncheon Menu

Luncheon is also made to go!  Perfect for lunch at the office.

 

Crudités Platter

An assortment of the seasons best vegetables, paired with ranch dressing

 

Fruit Salad

 An assortment of the freshest fruit of the season

 

Raspberry Walnut Salad

Mixed greens topped with, chopped walnuts, tomatoes, red onion and Parmesan cheese, served with raspberry vinaigrette

 

Sandwiches

An assortment of delicious sandwiches

 

Dessert Platter

A delicious variety of cookies, brownies, and mini cheesecakes

 

 

Price: $20.00 per person

 

 

 

Lunch Menu

Perfect for Business Meetings

A Plated Lunch Includes your Choice of two Appetizers

Each Individual has the Choice of an Entrée with a side and Ice Cream for Dessert

 

Appetizers

 

Crudités Platter

An assortment of the seasons best vegetables, paired with ranch dressing

 

Spinach and Artichoke Dip

Savory Spinach, artichokes, and cheeses served with crispy baguettes

 

Avocado Bruschetta

A blend of tomato, avocado, garlic, onion, and Parmesan cheese served on lightly toasted baguettes

 

Crab and Asiago Dip

A blend of crab and asiago cheese, served with crispy baguettes

 

Entrees

 

Crispy Chicken Salad

Mixed greens topped with cheddar cheese, bacon, tomato, red onion, and crispy chicken breast, served with honey mustard dressing

 

Grilled Salmon Salad

Mixed Greens topped with a grilled salmon fillet, fresh tomatoes and red onion, served with our honey mustard dressing

 

Open-Face Grilled Vegetable Sandwich

With goat cheese spread, topped with warm grilled Portobello mushrooms, asparagus and red bell pepper served on ciabatta

 

Turkey Cheeseburger

A deliciously healthy alternative with grated zucchini, topped with shredded light cheddar cheese

 Thinly sliced corned beef, sauerkraut, provolone cheese and Thousand Island dressing, grilled together on rye bread

 

Angus Burger 

A fresh Angus beef patty, grilled and topped with mayonnaise, cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato and red onion and served on a grilled Kaiser roll

 

Chesapeake Crab Cake Sandwich

The chef’s handmade lump crab cake, served on a fresh roll with lettuce, tomato, and his own homemade aioli sauce

 

Maureen’s Chicken Salad Sandwich

Chicken breast, tossed with mayonnaise, golden delicious apple, onion and sweet curry, piled high on toasted cinnamon raisin bread, with lettuce and tomato

 

North Street Reuben

Thinly sliced corned beef, sauerkraut, provolone cheese and Thousand Island dressing, grilled together on rye bread

 

Sides

Raspberry Walnut Salad

Caesar Salad

Mixed Green Salad

French Fries

Onion Rings

 

Homemade Ice Cream

We are constantly creating new and innovative ice creams to serve a wide variety of tastes.  Each guest in your party may choose their ice cream the day of the event

Price: $25.00 per person

 

 

Dinner Menu

Ideal for Weddings, Rehearsal Dinners, Anniversaries, and Holiday Parties

Our Plated Dinner Includes your Choice of two Appetizers

Each Individual has the Choice of one Soup or Salad, an Entrée, and a Dessert

 

Appetizers

 

Crudités Platter

An assortment of the seasons best vegetables, paired with ranch dressing

 

Spinach and Artichoke Dip

Savory Spinach, artichokes, and cheeses served with crispy baguettes

 

Avocado Bruschetta

A blend of tomato, avocado, garlic, onion, and Parmesan cheese served on lightly toasted baguettes

 

Crab and Asiago Dip

A blend of crab and asiago cheese, served with crispy baguettes

 

Shrimp Cocktail

Succulent butterflied shrimp, served with a delicious cocktail sauce

 

 Soups

 

Chicken and Rice

Creamy Broccoli

Potato Leek Soup

 

Salads

 

Caesar Salad

Mixed Green Salad

Raspberry Walnut Salad

 

Entrees

 

Cheese Lasagna

An Italian American favorite with a special blend of cheeses, baked until bubbly and served with garlic bread

 

Butter Gnocchi with Spinach and Pine Nuts

Sautéed in butter with fresh spinach and garlic, sprinkled with shredded Parmesan cheese

 

Southern Fried Chicken

Boneless, skinless fried chicken breast deep-fried and placed on homemade mashed potatoes

 

Chicken with Provencal Sauce

Boneless chicken breasts in a flavorful broth with traditional herbs, served with seasonal mixed vegetables

 

Pork Chops Oreganata

Succulent pork chops, drenched in a zesty, lemony sauce, served with potatoes gratin

 

Grilled Ribeye Steak*

Seasoned and grilled 12 ounce Ribeye steak, served with homemade mashed potatoes

 

Chesapeake Crab Cakes*

Handmade lump crab cakes, sautéed and served with french fries

 

Macadamia Encrusted Mahi Mahi*

A mahi mahi filet encrusted with crushed macadamia nuts sautéed, and placed atop a crispy serving of potato gratin, a bed of fresh sautéed spinach and drizzled with a tropical coconut sauce

  

Desserts

Pick two before your event for your guests to choose from

 

Chocolate Mousse Layer Cake

Decadent Chocolate Cake flavored with Chocolate Mousse

 

Mini Cheesecake

An assortment of delightful cheesecakes

 

Gluten Free Cakes

 Choose from either carrot, fudge, or yellow cake

 

Molten Chocolate Cake

A moist chocolate cake with a rich chocolate glaze

 

Tropical Coconut Cream Cake

A yellow cake filled with coconut cream and topped with fresh coconut

 

Berry Brumble

A pie shell filled with lots of Blueberries, Blackberries and Raspberries

 

 

Price: $45.00 per person

*Item is an additional $5.00

 

   

Buffet Menu

Our All You Can Eat Buffet includes one Hors d’oeuvres, Salad, Bread and Butter, two Entrees, a Starch, a Vegetable, and Dessert

Hors d’oeuvres

Crudités Platter

An assortment of the seasons best vegetables, paired with ranch dressing

 

Cheese Platter

A delicious variety of crackers, cheeses, and grapes

 

Spinach and Artichoke Dip

Savory Spinach, artichokes, and cheeses served with crispy baguettes

 

Avocado Bruschetta

A blend of tomato, avocado, garlic, onion, and Parmesan cheese served on lightly toasted baguettes

 

Crab and Asiago Dip

A blend of crab and asiago cheese, served with crispy baguettes

 

Shrimp Cocktail

Succulent butterflied shrimp, served with a delicious cocktail sauce

 

Salads

 

Caesar Salad

Mixed Green Salad

Raspberry Walnut Salad

 

 

Entrees

 

Pasta Alfredo with Chicken

Rich and delicious Alfredo sauce tossed in pasta and topped with grilled chicken breast

 

Butter Gnocchi with Spinach and Pine Nuts

Sautéed in butter with fresh spinach and garlic, sprinkled with shredded Parmesan cheese

 

Chicken with Provencal Sauce

Boneless chicken breasts in a flavorful broth with traditional herbs

 

Pork Chops Oreganata

Succulent pork chops, drenched in a zesty, lemony sauce

 

Chesapeake Crab Cakes

Handmade lump crab cakes, sautéed and served with french fries

Grilled Ribeye Steak

Seasoned and grilled 12 ounce Ribeye steak

 

 

Sides

 

Mashed Potatoes

Homemade with cream and butter

 

Baked Potato

A baked Yukon Gold potato with seasoned skin and your favorite toppings

 

Potatoes Gratin

Layered potatoes with cheddar, garlic, and shallots in a creamy sauce

 

Honey Carrots

Tender baby carrots dripping with herbed honey

 

Sugar Snap Peas

With crispy sautéed bacon and onions

 

Sautéed Mixed Vegetables

Seasonal vegetables sautéed in olive oil and perfectly seasoned

 

Desserts

Pick two before your event for your guests to choose from

 

Chocolate Mousse Layer Cake

Decadent Chocolate Cake flavored with Chocolate Mousse

 

Mini Cheesecakes

An assortment of delightful cheesecakes

 

Gluten Free Cake

 Your choice of carrot, fudge, or yellow cake

 

Molten Chocolate Cake

A moist chocolate cake with a rich chocolate glaze

 

Tropical Coconut Cream Cake

A yellow cake filled with coconut cream and topped with fresh coconut

 

Berry Brumble

A pie shell filled with lots of Blueberries, Blackberries and Raspberries

 

 

Price: $40.00 per person, children under 12 are half price

 

Additional Information for Buffets:

·        A third entrée can be added at an additional $5.00 per person

·        An additional vegetable, hors’ oeuvre, or starch can be added at $2.00 per person

 

 

 

 

* Please let the Banquet Coordinator know if anyone in your party has a food allergy.  We would be more than happy to accommodate them.