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Hors d’oeuvres  |  Salads  |  Lunch & Dinner  |  Dessert
|  Late-Night Snacks |  Brunch

 

We can accommodate a variety of dietary needs and common allergies with minor menu modifications or substitutions. If you or your guests have specific religious dietary guidelines, please speak with your planner to discuss available options.

 

Hors d’oeuvres

 

Get your celebration off to a great start with your choice of two hors d’oeuvres for your cocktail hour.  Add additional items starting at $7 per item, per guest.

 

 

Caprese Skewers   Fried Green Tomatoes
grape tomatoes + mini mozzarella balls + fresh basil + balsamic drizzle
gf + v                
  panko-crusted green tomatoes + crumbled goat cheese + Cajun remoulade
v
     
PLT Bites   Beef Wellington
Campari + basil mayo + prosciutto + lettuce chiffonade
gf
  seared tenderloin of beef + Dijon + mushroom duxelles + puff pastry + horseradish cream
     
Shrimp & Grits   Crab Cakes
stone-ground cheddar grits + blackened Gulf shrimp + Creole cream sauce + chopped hickory bacon + scallion   fresh jumbo lump crab + Cajun remoulade + chive
     
Pimento Cheese Crostini   Apple & Brie Flatbread
cream cheese + grated sharp cheddar + house pimento + garlic crostini + smoked paprika
v
  sautéed spiced apples + torched brie + Tennessee honey + flatbread
v
     
Savory Strawberry Canapé   Mac & Cheese Bites
whipped chèvre + balsamic syrup
gf
  sharp cheddar + parmesan
v
     
Nashville Hot Chicken & Waffles   Sesame Chicken Wonton
hot fried chicken + Belgian waffle + maple syrup + sugar dusted
df
  roasted chicken + sweet soy tahini + sriracha aioli + sliced scallion + crispy wonton
df
     

 

 


 

 

Salads

 

As the cocktail hour winds down, your guests will take their seats to enjoy a first course of salad served with freshly baked bread and butter. Select one salad for all of your guests to enjoy.

 

 

Baby Spinach   Warehouse
baby spinach + strawberries + toasted walnuts + crumbled blue cheese + poppy seed vinaigrette
gf + v
  mixed greens + red and green grapes + blueberries + strawberries + crumbled feta + Vidalia onion dressing
gf + v
     
Caprese   Garden
arugula + buffalo mozzarella + grape tomatoes + basil oil + sea salt + cracked black pepper + balsamic vinaigrette
gf + v
  romaine + English cucumbers + grape tomatoes + broccoli florets + carrots + cheddar cheese + sunflower seeds + buttermilk ranch
gf + v
     
Caesar    
romaine + focaccia croutons + shaved pecorino + creamy Caesar dressing    

 

 


 

Lunch & Dinner

 

For your main course, select one of our popular menus below or create your own with your choice of two entrée and two sides. At your event, your selections are beautifully plated and everyone receives the same meal. This eliminates the need for complicated guest meal tracking and ensures smooth service on your event.

 

 

Our most popular main courses:

 

Sweet Tea Glazed Chicken
Jack Daniel’s Pork Medallions
  Sliced Beef Bistro Filet
Classic Crab Cake
Smoked gouda mac & cheese, roasted green beans   Roasted red potatoes, roasted brussels
     
Honey Balsamic Chicken
Bourbon Glazed Salmon
  Roasted Pork with Chimichurri
Rosemary Braised Beef
Roasted red potatoes, almond & red pepper asparagus   Boursin & caramelized onion whipped potatoes, Southern succotash
     
Lemon Rosemary Chicken
Rosemary Braised Beef
   
Boursin & caramelized onion whipped potatoes, roasted green beans    

 

 

Or, create your own dual-entrée main course by selecting two entrées and two sides from our full menu below. At your event, your selections are beautifully plated together and served to all guests.

 

Entrées

 

Sliced Beef Bistro Filet   Roasted Pork
Choose chimichurri or demi-glace   Choice of blackberry peach demi or with chimichurri
Rosemary Braised Beef   Jack Daniel’s Pork Medallions
Roasted garlic, rosemary pan sauce   House BBQ sauce and tobacco onions
Smoked Beef Brisket   Bourbon Glazed Salmon
Blackberry BBQ Sauce   Honey bourbon reduction
     
Honey Balsamic Chicken   Classic Crab Cakes
Balsamic herb marinade, local honey, chicken demi-glace   Lump crab tossed with breadcrumbs and topped with yum yum sauce
     
Lemon Rosemary Chicken   Grilled Shrimp Skewers
with Dijon Cream   Citrus marinade
     
Sweet Tea Glazed Chicken    
Citrus & black tea brine, local honey    
     
Vegetarian & Vegan Entrees:    
Vegetarian & vegan entrees vary by season and are selected by the chef to best pair with your primary menu selection. Examples of popular options include:  
Eggplant Provençal  
Pasta Primavera    
Cauliflower Steak with Chimichurri    

 

 

Sides

 

Roasted Asparagus & Carrots Southern Macaroni & Cheese
olive oil + salt & pepper
gf + v
elbow macaroni + 4-cheese sauce
v
   
Sautéed Green Beans Garlic Whipped Potatoes
haricots verts + brown sugar & butter
gf + v
Yukon potatoes + roasted garlic + butter
gf + v
Sautéed Broccolini Roasted Vegetables
olive oil + garlic
df + gf + v + vegan
asparagus + squash + zucchini + red onion + carrots + bell pepper
df + gf + v + vegan
Roasted Brussels Sprouts Smashed Sweet Potatoes
halved Brussels sprouts + olive oil + brown sugar
df + gf + v + vegan
roasted sweet potatoes + touch of cinnamon + maple butter
gf + v
 

 

Dessert

 

No celebration is complete without a delicious dessert! Whether you’re looking to complement your wedding cake or create a memorable dessert experience for your guests, we have a variety of options to satisfy every sweet tooth.

  • Weddings: Includes a wedding cake, but if you’d prefer a dessert from our menu instead, ask your planner for a quote.
  • Social/Business Events: Includes choice of one dessert served as a fourth course
  • Want more? Additional desserts can be added to any event starting at $7 per person. Speak with your planner for a quote based on your preferences.

 

Key Lime Pie   Banana Pudding
key lime cheesecake + salted graham crumble
v
  vanilla cream cheese pudding + ‘Nilla wafers + Chantilly cream
v
Chocolate Mousse Brownie Shot   Dutch Apple Pie
milk chocolate + mascarpone + diced fudge brownie + chocolate chips
v
  sautéed apples + Dutch crumble
v
Mini Chocolate Pecan Pies   Peach Pie Delight
chopped pecans + traditional filling with milk chocolate
v
  sautéed peaches + sweet cream cheese + salted graham crumble
v
Sour Cream Pound Cake Muffins   Cheesecake Shooters
Grandma’s recipe
v

 

vanilla cheesecake filling + graham cracker crust + seasonal fruits
v
     
Mini Key Lime Pies   Strawberry Shortcake
lime custard + Italian meringue
v
  shortcake + macerated strawberries + whipped cream
v

 

Late-Night Snacks

A savory snack to delight your guests and help them refuel for the final hour of dancing. Add your choice of one or more to your menu for $7 per item, per person.

 

Sliders & Tots   Hot Chicken Bao
Mini cheeseburgers served with a crispy tater tot and Nashville aioli   Nashville hot seasoning on a perfectly fried chicken bite with maple ranch and a dill pickle topper
     
Chicken & Waffle Bites    Boujee Hot Pockets
Southern fried chicken, mini buttermilk waffle, topped with maple ranch and dill pickle   Choose from Pepperoni & Mozzarella, Brisket & Cheddar, Classic Taco with Ground Beef & Cheese, Spinach & Artichoke
     
Soft Pretzels and Beer Cheese    
Lightly salted pretzel bites ready to dip in a warm cheese sauce    

 


 

Brunch

Available by request

 

 

CJ's Off the Square

CJ’s Off the Square is Nashville’s most romantic outdoor venue for wedding ceremonies, receptions, rehearsal dinners and business events. Located in downtown Franklin, TN, we specialize in all-inclusive event packages with everything you need for a gorgeous garden celebration.

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