Private Party Menus
Private Party Menus
We can customize your menu to your liking. Click a menu to learn about our selections.
Please note that all menu prices are subject to change. For the latest pricing information, please contact an Amarante’s representative.
Brunch Menu
Sea Cliff Deluxe Brunch Buffet
Features
- Choice of linen
- Floral centerpieces
- Wi-Fi service
- Private room with staff
- Microphone, Screen, & Podium
Breakfast Assortment
- Waffles with berries, syrup & cream
- Omelet and egg station with an attendant
- Mini potato pancakes served with apple sauce & sour cream
- Country sausage
- Applewood Smoked Bacon
- Breakfast pastries and breads
- Fresh fruit
- Chilled juices, select coffees, teas & cold soft drinks
Entrées
- Fresh spinach salad garnished with strawberries
- Penne alla vodka
- Chicken Francaise
- Filet of sole
- Mediterranean rice pilaf
- Green beans seasoned, tossed with sesame seeds
Luncheons
Sea Cliff Luncheon Buffet
Whether you are hosting a social or business event, you and your guests will enjoy our lunch buffet while viewing the natural seascapes that surround Sea Cliff.
Features
Private room with staff, floral centerpieces, choice of linen colors Wi-Fi service, Microphones, Screens, and Podiums
Luncheon Buffet
- Sea Cliff Salad with balsamic vinaigrette
- Two chef selected accompaniments
- Penne Marinara
- European artisan bread and creamery butter
- Your choice of two entrée selections below:
Entrées
(Choice of two)
- St. Louis Roast
- Chicken Piccata
- Steak Burger Sliders with Cheese
- Stuffed Loin of Pork
- Filet of Sole
- Penne alla Vodka
- Chef Jaime’s Southern Fried Chicken
- Sweet Potato, Cheddar Cheese & Black Bean Burritos
- Eggplant Rollatini
Dessert
- Dessert towers with pastries, bars, cookies and fruit
- Select coffees and teas
Sea Cliff Deluxe Soup & Salad Bar
Features
Private room with staff, floral centerpieces, choice of linen colors Wi-Fi service, microphones, screens, and podiums
Included
- Freshly baked crusty bread display
- Choice of two soups
- Deluxe salad bar with twenty-one condiments
Soup
Choice of two chef made soups:
- New England Clam Chowder
- Hearty Vegetable
- Old Fashion Chicken Noodle
- Minestrone
- Beef & Barley
- Creamy Butternut Squash
- Gazpacho
- Cuban Black Bean
- Tomato & Basil
- Lentil
- French Onion
- Pasta Fagioli
Deluxe Salad Bar
- Assorted Lettuce, Red Onion, Chickpeas, Sliced Beets, Raisins, Cheddar Cheese, Sliced Mushrooms, Diced Carrots, Broccoli Florets, Roasted Peppers, Mandarin Oranges, Walnuts, Seasoned Croutons, Cucumbers, Bacon Bits, Grape Tomatoes
- All Natural Chicken Breast, Large Shrimp, and Marinated Flank Steak
Dressings
- Balsamic Vinaigrette, Caesar, Ranch, Honey Dijon
Dessert
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House baked cookies & fruit bars served with select coffees, teas, and cold soft drinks
Sea Cliff Luncheon with Table Service
Whether you are hosting a social or business event, you and your guests will enjoy our sit-down luncheon while viewing the natural seascapes that surround Sea Cliff
Features
Private room with staff, floral centerpieces, choice of linen colors Wi-Fi service, microphones, screens, and podiums
Included
- Sea Cliff Salad
- Two chef selected accompaniments
- European artisan bread and creamery butter
- Your choice of two entrée selections below:
Quick Start Breakfast
- Assorted juices, coffees, and teas
- Assorted juices
- Baked sweet breads and European crusty rolls
Luncheon Buffet
- Sea Cliff Salad
- Choice of two entrées selections
- Two chef selected accompaniments
- Crusty bread and creamery butter
Entrée Menu
Choice of Two Plus Vegetarian:
- Sliced Grilled Flank Steak
- Chicken Marsala
- Chicken Francaise
- Chicken Picatta
- Filet of Sole
- Baked Salmon
- Chef Jaime’s Southern Fried Chicken
- Vegetable Lasagna
- Eggplant Rollatini
Dessert
-
Dessert Towers with pastries, bars, cookies and fruit served with select coffees and teas
Dinners
Sea Cliff Dinner Buffet
Features
- Choice of linens, floral centerpieces, Wi-Fi service, private room with staff, microphone, screen, and podium
Included
- Sea Cliff salad with balsamic vinaigrette dressing
- Two additional chef made buffet salads
- Penne alla vodka
- Seasoned rice or potatoes along with roasted seasonal vegetables
- European artisan bread and creamery butter
- Your choice of two entrée selections below:
Entrée Menu
(Choice of Two)
- St. Louis Roast
- Sirloin Tip Beef Kabobs
- Bolognese Lasagna
- Stuffed Loin of Pork
- Chicken Marsala
- Chicken Piccata
- Chicken Francaise
- Filet of Sole
Dessert:
- Dessert Towers with pastries, bars, cookies and fruit
Sea Cliff Dinner with Table Service
Features
- Choice of linen color, Wi-Fi service, private room with staff, microphone, screen, and podium
Included
- Sea Cliff salad with balsamic vinaigrette dressing
- Accompaniments to enhance your entrees
- European artisan bread and creamery butter
- Your choice of two entrée selections below:
Entrée Menu
(Choice of Two Plus Vegetarian)
- Sliced Grilled Flank Steak
- Bolognese Lasagna
- Stuffed Loin of Pork
- Chicken Francaise
- Chicken Parmesan
- Chicken Piccata
- Filet of Sole
- Salmon with Dill Sauce
Dessert:
- Dessert towers with pastries, bars, cookies and fruit served with select coffees and tea
Italian Feast Buffet
A feast of flavors from the regions of Italy that you will savor and enjoy, while looking at the water views of Amarante’s Sea Cliff. Each Italian Feast offering is made from fresh, natural ingredients that makes each recipe delicious.
This unique menu is served in two stages: Beginning with appetizers and antipasto and then the dinner buffet.
Features
- Choice of linens, floral centerpieces, Wi-Fi service, private room with staff, microphone, screen, and podium
Starters
- Minestrone Soup
- Andy’s Antipasto
- Mussels Fra Diavolo
- Pasta Frittata
- Stuffed Mushrooms
- Baked Focaccia
- Flatbread Pizza
- Bruschetta
Dinner Buffet
- Seasoned Porchetta
- Sicilian Orange Salad
- Roasted Potatoes
- Calamari Salad
- Mediterranean Flounder
- Penne alla Vodka
- Chicken Piccata
- Escarole and Beans
- Served with fresh baked bread with creamery butter
Dessert
- Dessert towers with Italian pastries, cookies, bars, and fresh fruit
- Served with coffees, tea, and espresso
Specials
Meeting Special with Lunch Buffet
A wonderful value for organizations and corporations that need to have a meeting or seminar with breakfast, lunch, & break
Features
- Private room with staff
- Floral centerpieces
- Choice of linen colors
- Wi-Fi service, microphones, screens, & podium
Quick Start Breakfast
- Select coffees and teas
- Assorted juices
- Baked sweet breads
- Toast & Bagels
- Greek yogurt with granola
Buffet Lunch
- Sea Cliff luncheon buffet with two entrée selections
- (See Sea Cliff Luncheon menu on our website)
- Cold soft drinks, select coffees and teas
Afternoon Break
- Fresh baked cookies
- Hot and cold drinks
Weekday Dinner Special
Available Monday – Thursday
Features
- Private room with staff
- Floral centerpieces
- Choice of linen colors
- Wi-Fi service, microphones, screen, and podium
Social Hour
- Passed hors d’oeuvres
- Three Cheese Station
Dinner Buffet
- Sea Cliff salad with balsamic vinaigrette dressing
- Two additional chef made buffet salads
- Penne ala vodka
- Seasoned rice or potatoes along with roasted seasonal vegetables
- European artisan bread and creamery butter
- Your choice of two entrée selections below:
Entrée Menu
Choice of Two:
- St. Loius Roast
- Sirloin Tip Beef Kabobs
- Stuffed Loin of Pork
- Chicken Marsala
- Chicken Piccata
- Chicken Francaise
- Filet of Sole
Dessert & Beverages
- Dessert Towers with pastries, bars, cookies, and fruit
- Select coffees and teas
- Beer & Wine Included
Cash Bar Optional
Weekday Dinner Special with Table Service
Available Monday – Thursday
Features
- Private room with staff
- Floral centerpieces
- Choice of linen colors
- Wi-Fi service, microphones, screen, and podium
Social Hour
- Passed hors d’oeuvres
- Three Cheese Station
Dinner Buffet
- Sea Cliff salad with balsamic vinaigrette dressing
- Accompaniments to enhance your entrées
- European artisan bread and creamery butter
- Your choice of two entrée selections below:
Entrée Menu
Choice of Two plus Vegetarian:
- Sliced Grilled Flank Steak
- Bolognese Lasagna
- Stuffed Loin of Pork
- Chicken Francese
- Chicken Parmesan
- Chicken Piccata
- Filet of Sole
- Baked Salmon
- Eggplant Napolean
- Stuffed Portobello Mushroom
Dessert & Beverages
- Dessert Towers with pastries, bars, cookies, and fruit
- Select coffees
- Beer & Wine Included
- Cash Bar Optional
Cocktail Parties
The Comfort Cocktail Party
A casual relaxed cocktail party menu that features an encompassed assortment of hors d’oeuvres & tapas treats.
Add one of our many bar assortments to this menu, then join the party!
Features
Choice of linen colors, floral centerpieces, Wi-Fi service, private room with
staff, microphone, screen, and podium
An Inviting Table of:
- Fresh vegetable crudités with dipping sauce
- Cheese garnished with fruit and served with soda crackers
- Thai noodles with vegetables
- Caesar salad
Passed Tapas Style Hors D’oeuvres
- Asian Dumplings with dipping sauce
- Gourmet Flatbread Pizza
- Pork tenderloin with caramelized onions on toasted pitas
- Thai chicken satays
- Fried ravioli with a zesty dipping sauce
- Binis with herb cheese and smoked salmon
- Bruschetta with Pancetta and white bean
- Pups baked in pretzel dough and served with horseradish mustard
- Creamy parmesan canapes
- Empanadas
- Meatball & Cheese sliders
Chef Attended Three Sauce Pasta Station Alfredo, Bolognese, & Marinara
Latin Style
Latin Style
Features
Choice of linen colors, floral centerpieces, Wi-Fi service, private room with
staff, microphone, screen, and podium
Included
- Choice of eight hors d’oeuvres
- Farm fresh salad with vinaigrette dressing
- Two buffet salads
- Choice of rice
- Seasonal roasted vegetables
- Two entrée selections
- Pastry and fruit towers on every table
- Select coffees & teas
Assortment Selections
Choice of eight hors d’oeuvres:
- Asian dumplings with dipping sauce
- Gourmet flat bread pizza
- Potato croquette balls
- Corn sticks
- Empanadas
- Pork tenderloin on a toasted binis
- Thai chicken satays with peanut sauce
- Creamy parmesan canapés
- Shrimp ceviche
- Pancetta and white bean bruschetta
- Fried ravioli with a zesty dipping sauce
- Blinis with herb cheese and smoked salmon
- Jalapeño and chicken poppers
- Cod fritters
- Pups (small hot dogs) baked in pretzel dough
Dinner
Buffet Salads (choice of two)
- Potato salad
- Elbow pasta salad
-
Guineitoes escabeche
- Roasted beet salad
- Cold noodle salad with peanut sauce
Rice (choice of one)
- Rice and pigeon beans
- Rice with onions and bacon
- Riche with chorizo, onion, and pepper
- Rice with tomato and onion
Entrée Selections (choice of two)
- St. Louis Roast
- Shrimp & Chicken Paella
- Chicken Piccata
- Chicken Breast stuffed with Sweet Plantain
- Rolled Fillet of Sole
- Chicken Marsala
- Bolognese Lasagna
- Sirloin Tip Beef Kabobs
- Chicken Breast stuffed with ham, cheese, wrapped with bacon
- Monterey Chicken breast with Pico Gallo and Monterey cheese
- Roasted seasoned pork shoulder
- Pork loin stuffed with yucca and sweet plantain
Upgraded Entrées at an Additional Cost:
(Priced per person)
- Lime Marinated Grilled Salmon + $4.00
- Stuffed Fillet of Sole + $4.00
- Sliced Tenderloin + $9.00
Shrimp Kabobs+ $4.50
Dessert
- Pastry and fruit towers served on each table
- Select coffees and teas
Proms
Prom Station Party
Features
Choice of linens, silk floral centerpieces, Wi-Fi service, private room with staff, use of water view deck and grounds for photos
Choose 4 from the following stations;
Appetizer Station
- Cut vegetables with dipping sauce
- Sweet & sour meatballs
- Nachos with cheese and salsa
- Mini hot dogs
Mexican Station
- Chicken and cheese quesadilla
- Make your own tacos
Italian Station
- Pasta with meatballs in a marinara sauce
- Chicken Parmesan
American Station
- Baked macaroni and cheese
- Double cheeseburger sliders
- Seasoned potato tots
Asian Station
- Thai noodles with chicken
- Vegetable egg rolls
Ice Cream Station
- Make your own: Ice cream sundae or ice cream float
We can also customize each menu to your liking.
Prom Dinner Buffet
Features
Choice of linens, silk floral centerpieces, Wi-Fi service, private room with staff, use of water view deck and grounds for photos, unlimited soft drinks
Entrées
- Beef Bourguignon
- Chicken Parmesan
- Two Chef selected accompaniments
- Penne ala vodka
- Sea Cliff salad
- Two chef inspired buffet salads
- European crusty breads with creamery butter
Dessert
- Towers of bars, brownies, and pastries on each table
Themed Parties
Pig Roast
Features
Choice of linens, silk floral centerpieces, Wi-Fi service, private room with staff, microphone, screen and podium
Included
- Bourbon baked beans
- Red skin potato salad
- Baked mac and cheese
- Fresh baked corn bread
- Chipotle corn on the cob
- Creamy cole slaw
Dessert
- Fruit cobbler with whipped cream
We can also customize each menu to your liking.
Down East Lobster Bake
Features
Choice of linens, silk floral centerpieces, Wi-Fi service, private room with staff, microphone, screen and podium
A Table Full of Starters
- Steamed Mediterranean Mussels
- Creamy New England Clam Chowder
- Organic Sea Cliff Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette
- Thai Noodle Salad with Fresh Vegetables
Seaside Dinner
- Choice of Fresh Steamed Lobster or Sliced Beef Tenderloin
- Just Picked Corn on the Cob
- Red Bliss Potatoes
- Barbecue Chicken
- Creamy Cole Slaw
Dessert
- Peach Cobbler served with select coffees and teas
We can also customize each menu to your liking.
Picnic on the Water
Features
Choice of linens, silk floral centerpieces, Wi-Fi service, private room with staff, microphone, screen and podium
Picnic Menu
- New Haven’s own Hummel’s Hot Dogs, grilled to perfection
- Hamburgers from grass fed, Angus beef: seared and juicy
- Chef’s blend slow baked beans
- Roasted chicken, baked with our own barbecue sauce
- Potato salad, pasta salad, Garden salad
- Just picked corn on the cob
- Strawberry short cake for dessert
- Cold soft drinks, select coffees and teas
- All the condiments to make a perfect picnic
Dessert
- Strawberry short cake for dessert
- Select coffees and teas
We can also customize each menu to your liking.
Island Breeze
Features
Choice of linens, silk floral centerpieces, Wi-Fi service, private room with staff, microphone, screen and podium
Surf Side Chicken
- Tender white chicken combined with dried plums and pineapple then baked with a honey lemon sauce.
A favorite at the “Queen of Beans Café” in Trinidad.
Hawaiian Pork
- Lean pork tenderloin rolled in herbs and spices, roasted slow and sliced to order by our chef.
Pot “O” Beans
- White and Cuban black beans mixed with sliced fresh mango and seasoned with brown sugar and island spices served with fluffy long grain rice.
Bread of the Tropics
- Toasted coconut and banana, exciting flavors trapped in each large square of this unique bread.
Aloha Dessert
- A wonderful display of picked tropical fruits and melons served with lemon sorbet.
We can also customize each menu to your liking.
All Others
Dessert Assortments
(Priced Per Person)
- Yogurt Bar with Toppings $5.00
- Fresh Fruit Platter $5.00 (Cantaloupe, Grapes, Strawberry & Pineapple)
- Fresh Whole Fruit $3.00 (Apples, Oranges & Bananas)
- Chocolate Fountain $10.00
- Ice Cream Sundae Station $6.00
- Brownies a la Mode
- Espresso Bar with Cordials $10.00
- Fresh Cannolis $5.00
Dessert Table: $15.00
- Layered cakes, Fresh baked cookies, Italian pastry, Bars & Brownies, Sliced fruit, Chocolate fountain, and Espresso barn
Pastry Towers: $7.00
- (Wedding Packages & Dinners)
- Italian pastry, bars, cookies, strawberries & grapes
Dessert Towers: $5.00 (Lunch Menus) Brownies, bars & cookies
Crepe Station: $10.00
(Choice of Two)
- Fruit Salsa Crepes
- Cannoli Cream Crepes
- Fresh Blueberry Crepes
- Chocolate Mousse Crepes
Mini Dessert Assortment: $10.00
- Chocolate Mousse, Strawberry Brownie Shortcake,
- Strawberry Banana Milkshake, Pineapple Bliss, Lemon Cake Parfait, Cannoli Cups
Seafood Assortments
Seafood Bar: $25.00 (Per Person)
- Mediterranean Mussels
- Fire Cracker Shrimp, with a Sweet Chili Sauce
- Mixed Seafood Ceviche with Shrimp, Scallops, and White Fish.
- Crab Cakes with Remoulade Sauce
- Thai Noodle Salad with Shrimp and Vegetable
- Sushi: California Rolls
Iced Raw Bar: $18.00 (Per Person)
- Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail
- Oysters on the Half Shell
- Clams on the Half Shell
Sushi Bar: $15.00 (Per Person)
- Spicy Salmon Rolls
- Spicy Tuna Rolls
- California Rolls
- Vegetable, Avocado Rolls
- Shrimp Nigiri
- Salmon Nigiri
Passed Sushi: $8.00 (Per Person)
- Spicy Salmon Rolls
- Spicy Tuna Rolls
- California Rolls
- Vegetable, Avocado Rolls
Other:
- Lobster Roll Sliders $10.00 each (Minimum order of 50)
- Clams on the half Shell $MP
- Oysters $MP
- Add On – Lobster Tails $MP
- Ceviche Appetizer $7.00 PP
- Passed Jumbo Shrimp $10.00 PP
- Mediterranean Mussels $7.00 PP
- Fried Calamari $7.00 PP
Cheese Assortments
Priced Per Person
Artisan Cheese Station with Vegetable Crudité: $10.50
- Featuring an international array of the finest handmade cheeses. Served with an assortment of seasoned croustades, fruit and crackers Along with vegetable crudité and dipping dressing.
Three-Cheese Station with Vegetable Crudité: $8.50
- A selection of three cheeses; Swiss, Colby Jack and Cheddar. Served with an assortment of seasoned croustades, fruit and crackers, along with vegetable crudité and dipping dressing.
Artisan Cheese Station: $8.50
- Featuring an international array of the finest handmade cheeses, served with an assortment of seasoned croustades, fruit and crackers.
Three-Cheese Station: $6.00
- A selection of three cheeses; Swiss, Colby Jack and Cheddar. Served with an assortment of seasoned croustades, fruit and crackers.
Late Night Snack Options
Popcorn Station $5.00 per person
- White cheddar, caramel and truffle salt served in carnival paper cones
Pretzel Station $5.00 per person
- New York style soft pretzels served with assorted toppings; whipped butter, sugar and cinnamon butter, fruit preserves and chipotle sauce
S’mores Station $6.00 per person
- Marshmallows, chocolate, and graham cracker display with an open flame for roasting
Burrito Station $6.00 per person
- Addictive sweet potato and black bean burritos served with olives, sour cream and onion
Empanadas $6.00 per person
- Chicken, Beef and Vegetable empanadas with a variety of dipping sauces
Hot Dog Station $6.00 per person
- Fix your own, served with a variety of condiments to choose from
Flat Bread Pizza Station $6.00 per person
- Cherry tomato, mushroom, and arugula
- Fresh tomato, mozzarella, and basil
- Caramelized onion, mozzarella, and prosciutto
Bacon, Egg & Cheese Station $6.00 per person
- Served on a warm croissant
Sliders $6.00 per person
- Choice of chicken parmesan, steak and cheese, or pulled pork
Social Hour Assortments
MPSocial Hour Assortments
Priced Per Person
- Passed Hors D’oeuvres $13.00
- Pasta Station $7.00
- Appetizer Table $10.00
- Antipasti Display: $10.00 Prosciutto, Genoa Salami, Sweet & Hot Cappicola, Marinated Mozzarella, Provolone, Roasted Red and Yellow Peppers, Marinated Artichokes and Mushrooms, Assorted Olives and Roasted Plum Tomatoes, with Focaccia Bread
Slicing Station (One Hour)
- Pork Tenderloin $ 10.00
- Turkey Breast $ 10.00
- Deluxe Glazed Ham $ 10.00
- Beef Tenderloin $ MP
- St. Louis Roast $ 10.00
Passed Hors D’oeuvres List: (Chef’s Selection)
- Asian dumplings served with dipping sauce
- Flatbread gourmet pizzas
- Firecracker shrimp served with a sweet chili sauce
- Pork Tenderloin, caramelized onions on toasted blinis
- Thai chicken satays finished with a peanut sauce
- Handmade empanadas served with chimichurri dipping sauce
- Fried ravioli with a zesty dipping sauce
- Herb cheese blinis and smoked salmon
- Pancetta and white bean bruschetta
- Pups – small hot dogs baked in pretzel dough served with a honey mustard sauce
Appetizer Table:
- Fresh Vegetable Crudité & Dipping Sauce
- Stuffed Breads
- Asian Noodle Salad with Vegetables
- Caribbean Salad
- Chopped Antipasto
- Bruschetta: Diced Tomato, Basil
- White Bean & Tuna
Additional Hors D’oeuvre Selections $3.00
Cold Options
- Cajun Shrimp Canape
- Goat Cheese & Tomato Confiture
- Ceviche Cucumber Cups
- Melon and Prosciutto Skewers
- Filled Salami Coronets
- Maryland Crab Salad Canape
- Salmon Tartar Toasts
Hot Options
- Scallops Wrapped in Bacon
- Clams Casino
- Oysters Rockefeller
- Stuffed Mushrooms
- Baby Quiche Lorraine
- Mini Cheeseburger Sliders
- Spanakopita
- Baby Lamb Chops $ MP
Additional Item Selection
Additional Item Selections
(Priced Per Person)
- Iced Tea & Lemonade Station $3.00
- Mashed Potato Station $ 6.00 (Cheddar Cheese, Bacon, Salsa, Sour Cream & Scallion)
- Manicotti Course $10.00
- Ravioli Course $10.00
- Lobster Ravioli Course $12.00
- Bisque Course $ 7.00
- Hot Wings $ 7.00
- Hummel Big Bite Hot Dogs $6.00
Passed Tapas Sized Items
(Priced Individually – Minimum Order Quantity of 50 Pieces per Item)
Sliders:
- Cheeseburger $6.00
- Chicken Parmesan $6.00
- Meatball Marinara $6.00
- St. Louis Roast $6.00
- Lobster Roll $ MP
Egg Rolls:
- Eggplant Parmesan $6.00
- Philly Steak & Cheese $7.00
- Buffalo Chicken $7.00
- BBQ Pork, Rice, Beans $7.00
Others:
- Empanadas $6.00
- Buttermilk Waffles with Southern Fried Chicken Tenders $7.00