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2027 Waterfront Wedding Menus

A Celebration Made to Be Savored

Explore three distinctive waterfront wedding packages featuring chef-prepared cuisine, premium beverage service, and customizable enhancements for celebrations in New Haven, Connecticut.

Three Experiences

One Waterfront Setting

Three Distinctive Experiences

Find the Wedding Package That Fits Your Celebration

Whether you envision a relaxed waterfront brunch, a timeless evening reception, or an elevated Signature celebration, our 2027 wedding packages combine thoughtfully prepared cuisine with attentive service.

Review the starting prices and highlights below, then contact our events team for availability, complete package details, and personalized guidance.

Starting prices are based on the current 2027 wedding menu. Package pricing, availability, minimums, upgrades, service charges, and taxes are confirmed with the Amarante’s Sea Cliff events team.

Elegant waterfront wedding reception arranged at Amarante’s Sea Cliff

Starting at

$100 per guest

Package One

Afternoon Brunch

A relaxed yet elegant daytime celebration featuring breakfast favorites, handcrafted lunch selections, interactive stations, and refreshing mimosas.

Available Start Times

11:00 a.m. or 12:00 noon

Package Highlights

✓ Bottomless mimosas and cash bar
✓ Waffle, omelet and egg stations
✓ Two entrée selections
✓ Salad, pasta and accompaniments
✓ Brunch buffet
✓ Private reception room
✓ Professional staff and linens
✓ Floral centerpieces
✓ Wi-Fi, microphone and podium
✓ Projection screen
Ask About Brunch Availability

Package selections, pricing, availability, minimums, fees, and taxes are subject to confirmation by the Amarante’s Sea Cliff events team.

Package Two

Classic Celebration

A five-hour waterfront celebration featuring a full cocktail hour, chef-prepared dinner, premium open bar, and your choice of dessert station.

Celebration Schedule

Five Hours · 5:30 or 6:30 p.m. Start

Package Highlights

✓ Five-hour premium open bar
✓ Opening champagne toast
✓ Cold appetizer display
✓ Coastal seafood display
✓ Chef-attended pasta station
✓ Eight passed hors d’oeuvres
✓ Three entrée selections
✓ Professional maître d’ service
✓ Gelato, cannoli, or milk-and-cookie station
✓ Waterfront reception setting
Ask About Classic Availability
Elegant wedding dinner arranged at Amarante’s Sea Cliff in New Haven, Connecticut

Starting at

$150 per guest

Package selections, pricing, availability, minimums, fees, and taxes are subject to confirmation by the Amarante’s Sea Cliff events team.

Bride and groom embracing at sunset overlooking Long Island Sound at Amarante’s Sea Cliff

Starting at

$225 per guest

Our Premier Wedding Experience

Sea Cliff Signature

Our premier wedding experience brings together elevated cuisine, premium selections, luxurious enhancements, and six hours of beverage service in a breathtaking waterfront setting.

Signature Experience

Six Hours of Premium Bar Service

Package Highlights

✓ Six-hour premium open bar
✓ Champagne toast
✓ Dinner wine service
✓ Chef’s hot station
✓ Coastal raw bar
✓ Artisan antipasto and cheese
✓ Six passed hors d’oeuvres
✓ Plated salad and pasta courses
✓ Three premium entrées
✓ Gelato or cannoli station
✓ Waterfront access
✓ Seasonal lawn games
Ask About Signature Availability

Package selections, pricing, availability, minimums, fees, and taxes are subject to confirmation by the Amarante’s Sea Cliff events team.

Chef-Prepared Selections

Explore the Menu

Build a wedding menu that reflects your celebration. Explore passed hors d’oeuvres, entrées, premium upgrades, bar selections, cocktail-hour enhancements, dessert experiences, and late-night favorites.

Open each category below to review the available selections. Our events team will help you understand which choices apply to your package and guide you through any available upgrades.

Hors d’Oeuvres Entrées Bar Selections Enhancements Desserts
Chef-prepared wedding entrée presented at Amarante’s Sea Cliff

Thoughtfully Prepared

Made to Be Savored

Select a Category below :

Welcome guests with a flavorful assortment of hand-passed bites during cocktail hour. Final selections are determined by your chosen wedding package.

Savory

Asian Dumplings

Pan-seared dumplings filled with seasoned pork, chicken, or vegetables, served with soy-ginger sauce.

From the Oven

Gourmet Flatbread Pizzas

Choose cherry tomato, mushroom and arugula; tomato, mozzarella and basil; or caramelized onion, mozzarella and prosciutto.

Coastal

Firecracker Shrimp

Crispy shrimp tossed in a bold, spicy-sweet sauce and finished with fresh herbs.

Chef’s Selection

Pork Tenderloin Blinis

Sliced pork tenderloin served with caramelized onions on toasted blinis.

Skewered

Thai Chicken Satay

Thai-style chicken skewers served with a rich, creamy peanut sauce.

Handcrafted

Handmade Empanadas

Tenderloin of beef wrapped in golden pastry and served with our signature dipping sauce.

Italian Favorite

Fried Ravioli

Crispy breaded cheese ravioli served with house-made marinara sauce.

Coastal

Smoked Salmon Blinis

Delicate blinis topped with herbed cream cheese, smoked salmon, and fresh dill.

Crowd Favorite

Mini Hot Dogs

Bite-sized franks wrapped in golden pretzel pastry and served with tangy mustard.

Choose from three chef-prepared chicken entrées featuring classic sauces, fresh herbs, and thoughtfully paired flavors.

Bright & Classic

Chicken Piccata

Tender chicken breast sautéed until golden and finished with a fresh lemon-butter sauce, capers, white wine, and fresh herbs.

Creamy & Savory

Chicken Florentine

Pan-seared chicken breast served over sautéed spinach and finished with a garlic-Parmesan lemon cream sauce and a touch of white wine.

Rich & Aromatic

Chicken Marsala

Pan-seared chicken breast simmered in a rich Marsala wine reduction with wild mushrooms, caramelized shallots, and fresh herbs.

Explore seafood entrées featuring oven-roasted salmon, delicate sole, jumbo shrimp, fresh herbs, and chef-prepared sauces.

Coastal Favorite

Baked Stuffed Shrimp

Jumbo shrimp filled with our house-made seafood stuffing, oven-baked until golden, and finished with lemon butter.

Light & Elegant

Filet of Sole Florentine

Filet of sole baked over sautéed spinach and finished with a light lemon-butter cream sauce, white wine, and fresh herbs.

Wrapped in Pastry

Salmon en Croûte

Fresh salmon wrapped in golden puff pastry and served with a white-wine, cream, and dill sauce.

Sweet & Savory

Salmon with Mango Chutney

Tender oven-roasted salmon complemented by a sweet-and-spicy mango chutney.

Our beef entrées feature premium cuts, classic preparation, and chef-crafted sauces suited to an elegant wedding dinner.

Center-Cut

Filet Mignon

Center-cut filet grilled and finished with a rich red-wine bordelaise sauce featuring shallots, demi-glace, and fresh herbs.

Slow-Roasted

Prime Rib of Beef

Premium prime rib seasoned with aromatic herbs, slow-roasted, and served with its natural au jus.

Thoughtful vegetarian entrées featuring seasonal vegetables, satisfying grains, classic Italian flavors, and chef-prepared sauces.

Roasted & Savory

Portobello with Quinoa

Roasted portobello mushroom filled with herb-infused quinoa, seasonal vegetables, and a light vinaigrette.

Italian-Inspired

Lasagna Roulade

Tender pasta layered with sautéed seasonal vegetables and ricotta, finished with tomato-basil sauce and melted mozzarella.

Light & Fresh

Spaghetti Squash Marinara

Roasted spaghetti squash tossed with slow-simmered tomato sauce, garlic, basil, and extra-virgin olive oil.

Layered Classic

Eggplant Napoleon

Layers of roasted eggplant and spinach finished with slow-simmered marinara sauce and melted mozzarella.

Seasonal

Acorn Squash with Quinoa

Roasted acorn squash filled with herb-infused quinoa and seasonal vegetables, finished with a light vinaigrette.

Elevate your wedding dinner with premium steak-and-seafood pairings, lobster, or a chef-prepared sea bass selection.

Surf & Turf

Filet & Lobster Tail

Center-cut filet mignon paired with a lobster tail, red-wine reduction, and drawn butter.

Surf & Turf

Filet & Stuffed Shrimp

Center-cut filet mignon paired with baked shrimp filled with house-made seafood stuffing and finished with red-wine reduction.

Premium Cut

New York Strip

Prime New York strip steak grilled to perfection and finished with savory herb butter and rich demi-glace.

Coastal Luxury

Stuffed Lobster Tail

Lobster tail filled with house-made seafood-and-herb stuffing, baked until golden, and served with drawn butter.

Chef-Prepared

Sea Bass

Pan-seared sea bass served with buttery beurre blanc, fresh herbs, and a hint of citrus.

Premium entrée upgrades are available for an additional charge. Please ask our events team for current pricing.

Our premium bar offers a varied selection of spirits, beer, wine, sparkling wine, liqueurs, and aperitifs for your celebration.

Spirits

Vodka

Absolut, Tito’s, and Smirnoff, including raspberry, lemon, and vanilla flavors.

Spirits

Bourbon & Whiskey

Maker’s Mark, Jim Beam, Jack Daniel’s, Jameson, Seagram’s 7 Crown, and Canadian Club.

Spirits

Rum

Bacardí Superior, Captain Morgan Spiced Rum, and Malibu Caribbean Coconut Rum.

Spirits

Gin, Tequila & Scotch

Tanqueray London Dry Gin, Lunazul Blanco Tequila, and Johnnie Walker Red Label Scotch.

On Draft

Beer

Miller Lite and Yuengling.

Wine

Red Selections

Pinot Noir and Cabernet.

Wine

White, Rosé & Sparkling

Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, Rosé, Sauvignon Blanc, and Zonin Prosecco.

After-Dinner

Liqueurs & Aperitifs

Aperol, Campari, Kahlúa Coffee Liqueur, and Irish Cream Liqueur.

Bar selections are subject to availability. Comparable substitutions may be made when necessary.

Add interactive displays, chef-attended service, and elevated seafood selections to create a cocktail hour guests will remember.

Featured Displays

Artisan Antipasto

$15 per guest

Imported cured meats, artisan cheeses, olives, marinated artichokes, roasted peppers, tomato salad, and herb focaccia.

Iced Raw Bar

$25 per guest

Clams, oysters, and jumbo shrimp cocktail served with cocktail sauce, mignonette, horseradish, and lemon.

Seafood Display

$30 per guest

Mediterranean mussels, firecracker shrimp, seafood ceviche, crab cakes, and assorted sushi.

Sushi Bar

$20 per guest

Handcrafted sushi rolls and sashimi served with pickled ginger and wasabi.

Chef-Attended Carving

Market price

Choose beef tenderloin, pork tenderloin, turkey breast, deluxe glazed ham, or St. Louis roast.

Additional Cocktail-Hour Selections

Clams on the Half Shell $15 per guest
Passed Jumbo Shrimp $15 per guest
Mediterranean Mussels $10 per guest
Fried Calamari $10 per guest
Seafood Ceviche $8 per guest
Passed Sushi $13 per guest
Freshly Shucked Oysters Market price Presented strolling-style.
King Crab Legs Market price
Stone Crab Claws Market price
Lobster Sliders Market price Minimum of 50 guests.
Lobster Tails Market price

Enhancements are subject to availability. Market-price selections and seasonal seafood pricing will be confirmed by our events team.

End the evening with an interactive dessert station, an elegant after-dinner coffee service, or a generous display designed for sharing.

Grand Display

Venetian Dessert Table

$25 per guest

Layered cakes, cookies, Italian pastries, bars, brownies, sliced fruit, a chocolate fountain, and an espresso bar.

After-Dinner

Espresso & Cappuccino

$15 per guest

Freshly prepared espresso and cappuccino served as a warm, elegant ending to your celebration.

Interactive Station

Ice Cream Sundaes

$10 per guest

Ice cream with whipped cream, strawberry and chocolate syrups, sprinkles, Oreo crumbs, and English toffee.

Italian Favorite

Gelato Station

$6 per guest

A refreshing selection of creamy gelato served as a festive addition to your dessert experience.

Made to Order

Dessert Crêpes

$15 per guest

Choose two fillings from fruit salsa, cannoli cream, fresh blueberry, chocolate, or Nutella, served with whipped cream.

Hand-Passed

Mini Dessert Assortment

$15 per guest

Chocolate mousse, strawberry brownie shortcake, milkshakes, lemon parfaits, pineapple desserts, and cannoli cups.

Shareable Experience

Chocolate Fountain

$15 per guest

A flowing chocolate fountain served with fresh fruit and pretzels for dipping.

Dessert experiences are available as wedding-menu enhancements and are subject to availability.

Keep the celebration going with fun, comforting late-night favorites served when guests are ready for one more bite.

Classic Snack

Freshly Popped Popcorn

$5 per guest

Warm, freshly popped popcorn for a simple and crowd-pleasing late-night treat.

New York Favorite

Soft Pretzels

$7 per guest

Warm pretzels served with beer-cheese sauce, yellow mustard, honey butter, and chipotle sauce.

Interactive Station

S’mores Station

$10 per guest

Marshmallows, chocolate, and graham crackers displayed with an open flame for roasting.

Handheld Favorite

Empanadas

$10 per guest

Chicken, beef, and vegetable empanadas served with assorted dipping sauces.

Build Your Own

Hot Dog Station

$7 per guest

Warm hot dogs served with a variety of classic toppings so guests can create their own.

Breakfast Favorite

Bacon, Egg & Cheese

$10 per guest

Bacon, egg, and cheese served on a warm, flaky croissant.

Crowd Favorite

Slider Assortment

$10 per guest

An assortment of chicken Parmesan, steak-and-cheese, and Sloppy Joe sliders.

Late-night selections are priced per guest and are subject to availability.

Create a more traditional multi-course dinner by adding an appetizer, soup, pasta, risotto, or refreshing intermezzo before the main entrée.

Before Dinner

Appetizer Course

Market price

• Lump crab cake with red pepper sauce • Jumbo shrimp cocktail • Mussels fra diavolo • Fresh mozzarella, tomato and basil • Melon with Prosciutto di Parma • Asian noodles with vegetables • Chopped antipasto

Warm First Course

Soup Course

Market price

• New England clam chowder • Pasta fagioli • Butternut squash soup • Garden vegetable soup • Thai curry red lentil soup

Italian-Inspired

Pasta Course

Market price

• Penne alla vodka • Spinach-and-sausage lasagna roll • Wild mushroom and mascarpone ravioli • Fettuccine Alfredo • Pappardelle Bolognese

Chef-Prepared

Risotto Course

Market price

• Wild mushroom risotto • Parmesan and asparagus risotto

Refresh the Palate

Intermezzo Course

$7 per guest

Choose lemon, mango, or raspberry sorbet to refresh the palate between courses.

Additional courses are subject to availability. Market pricing will be confirmed by our events team.

Waterfront wedding ceremony beside Morris Cove at Amarante’s Sea Cliff

Ceremony Add-On

$1,200

Begin Your Wedding by the Water

Waterfront Ceremony

Exchange vows beside Morris Cove, then continue directly into your reception at Amarante’s Sea Cliff. The ceremony add-on provides the setting and essential coordination needed for your waterfront vows.

Waterfront Lawn & Gazebo

Scheduled Rehearsal

Guest Seating

Refreshment Station

Ceremony Coordination

Ceremony availability is subject to your wedding date, reception package, venue schedule, and confirmation by the Amarante’s Sea Cliff events team.

Planning Your Wedding

Booking Information

Review the current booking requirements and payment schedule, then speak with our events team to confirm availability and receive a personalized proposal.

Wedding Package Minimum

75 Guests

The current wedding packages require a minimum of 75 guests. Ask the events team how the minimum applies to your preferred date and package.

Payment Schedule

From Reservation to Final Count

01

Reserve the Date

$1,500 deposit

A nonrefundable deposit is required to reserve your wedding date.

02

Eight Months Before

$3,000 payment

An additional payment is due eight months before the wedding.

03

Two Weeks Before

Final count and balance

Your final guest count and remaining balance are due two weeks before the wedding.

Service Charge

20%

Connecticut Sales Tax

7.35%

Payment Methods

Cash or Bank Check

Booking requirements, pricing, payment dates, fees, taxes, and accepted payment methods are subject to the terms of your final event agreement. Confirm all details with the Amarante’s Sea Cliff events team.

Let’s Plan Your Waterfront Wedding

A Wedding Experience Made for You

Tell us about your date, guest count, and vision. Our events team will help you compare packages, understand available enhancements, and begin creating a waterfront celebration your guests will remember.

Amarante’s Sea Cliff · 62 Cove Street · New Haven, Connecticut