PRIVATE DINING & EVENTS
LUNCH MENUS | 2019
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THE BEST OF
CALIFORNIA COASTALdining
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PRIVATE DINING ROOMFeaturing magnificent ocean views, comfortably elegant
décor and flexible event options for up to 100 guests, our private dining room has everything you need for exceptional entertaining. The private terrace, plush
banquettes, and an Italian limestone fireplace provide an intimate feel, giving you complete comfort to enjoy the affair.
Flexible seating, including plush banquettes for up to 70 guests or receptions for up to 100
THE TERRACEOur semi-private outdoor terrace is the perfect way
to customize your Pelican Grill experience. With seating for up to 20, guests can create their own
signature dining experience.
Single Table up to 20 guests
CUSTOMIZE YOUR PERFECT LUNCHEON
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CREATE YOUR OWN GRILL EXPERIENCE
Welcome your guests with a Prosecco toast &
butler-passed canapés or a delicious display.
Not sure what to select?
Let us help you plan the perfect menu.
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Balboa Menu | 50
Starter, Sandwich or Entrée Salad & Dessert
Crystal Cove Menu | 60Starter, Entrée & Dessert
SoCal Menu | 70Starter, Entrée, Cheese Course
or Intermezzo & Dessert
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A D E L I C I O U S S TA R T Our canapés are served butler style and are the perfect start to any event.
CO L D Priced Per Piece
Bruschetta marinated tomatoes, parmesan, basil, saba 7Bocconcini Mozzarella & Heirloom Tomato Skewer aged balsamic 9Yellowfin Tuna Tartar meyer lemon, avocado, cucumber 8Jumbo Prawn cocktail sauce 9Littleneck Clam Ceviche lime, cilantro 9Steak Tartar toast point, achiote, violet mustard, crisped capers 8Caviar Potato crème fraîche, american sturgeon caviar, chives 9Seabass Ceviche Shooter avocado purée, pickled chilies, cilantro 8Compressed Watermelon honey, lime, feta 8
H OT Priced Per Piece
Skewered Beef Yakitori soy yuzu 9
Skewered Chicken marinated in curry 8
Truffle Macaroni & Cheese served on a spoon 8
Pelican Grill Crab Cakes green curry emulsion, watercress, pickled onions, hearts of palm, avocado 10
Short Rib Slider sweet onion jam, taleggio cheese 9
Tomato Bisque with Havarti Grilled Cheese Sandwiches 8
Shrimp & Chorizo Skewers chili, lime 9
Maple Bourbon Shrimp Skewers 9
Marinated Skirt Steak Bites cotija cheese, pickled chilies 9
Fig & Mascarpone Phyllo Purse 8Vegetable Turnover chipotle aioli 8
Rueben en Croute corned beef, sourkraut, swiss cheese 9
Arancini forbidden black rice, sweet peas, ricotta 7
D I S P L AY S Priced Per Guest
Seasonal Crudités carrots, celery, jicama, peppers, belgian endive, radishes, tomatoes, assortment of three dips 17
Roasted Vegetables roasted peppers, grilled asparagus, marinated mushrooms, pickled onions, eggplant, assorted olives, toasted crostini 18
Elaborate Seasonal Fruits & Berries assorted fruits & berries, brown sugar, whipped cream, chocolate ganache 18
Assorted American Cheeses fresh & dried fruits, toasted almonds & walnuts, assorted artisan bread & crackers 24
Miniature Desserts mascarpone tiramisu, miniature cheesecakes, crème brûlée, assorted macaroons, chocolate-dipped palmiers, coconut domes 24
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LU N C H E N T R É E S Please Select Two Options
Grilled Vegetable Wrap grilled portobello mushrooms, zucchini, romaine leaves, ricotta cheese, sundried tomato pesto
Chicken Club avocado, tomato, bacon, chipotle mayonnaise, toasted sourdough
Ahi Tuna Burger brioche bun, asian coleslaw, honey-wasabi sauce
Asian Chicken Salad watercress, napa cabbage, edamame, roasted peanuts, sesame vinaigrette
Flat Iron Steak Sandwich pickled red onions, chimmichurri, arugula, tomatoes, ciabatta
Lobster Macaroni & Cheese white cheddar & parmesan
D E S S E R T S Please Select Two Options
Warm Fire-Roasted Apple Crumble choice of gelato
Chocolate Lava Cake sea salt caramel sauce, chantilly
Assorted Resort-Made Gelato
Assorted Resort-Made Sorbet
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BALBOA MENU 50 PER GUEST
S TA R T E R S Please Select Two Options
Spicy Tortilla Soup chicken, cotija cheese, avocado purée
Chef’s Soup of the Day seasonal selection
Caesar Salad romaine, parmesan crisps, croutons
Baby Iceberg Wedge blue cheese, egg, smoked bacon, cherry tomatoes, shaved red onion, blue cheese dressing
Mixed Greens Salad cherry tomatoes, shaved radishes, cucumber, croutons, balsamic vinaigrette
Roasted Beet Salad burrata, baby carrots, currants, arugula, pistachio pistou, red wine vinaigrette
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LU N C H E N T R É E S Please Select Three Options
Gonestraw Farms Half-Chicken kabocha squash, wild rice, lollipop kale, pancetta
Spaghetti Pomodoro roasted irvine ranch tomatoes, garlic, basil, aged parmesan
Grilled Vegetable Wrap grilled portobello mushrooms, zucchini, romaine leaves, ricotta cheese, sundried tomato pesto
Chicken Club avocado, tomato, bacon, chipotle mayonnaise, toasted sourdough
Ahi Tuna Burger brioche bun, asian coleslaw, honey-wasabi sauce
Asian Chicken Salad watercress, napa cabbage, edamame, roasted peanuts, sesame vinaigrette
Flat Iron Steak Sandwich pickled red onions, chimmichurri, arugula, tomatoes, ciabatta
Lobster Macaroni & Cheese white cheddar & parmesan
D E S S E R T S Please Select Two Options
Warm Fire-Roasted Apple Crumble choice of gelato
Chocolate Lava Cake sea salt caramel sauce, chantilly
Assorted Resort-Made Gelato
Assorted Resort-Made Sorbet
Vanilla Crème Brûlée seasonal fruit compote, biscotti
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CRYSTAL COVE MENU 60 PER GUEST
S TA R T E R S Please Select Two Options
Spicy Tortilla Soup chicken, cotija cheese, avocado purée
Chef’s Soup of the Day seasonal selection
Caesar Salad romaine, parmesan crisps, croutons
Baby Iceberg Wedge blue cheese, egg, smoked bacon, cherry tomatoes, shaved red onion, blue cheese dressing
Mixed Greens Salad cherry tomatoes, shaved radishes, cucumber, croutons, balsamic vinaigrette
Roasted Beet Salad burrata, baby carrots, currants, arugula, pistachio
pistou, red wine vinaigrette
Bruschetta cherry tomatoes, balsamic reduction, basil pesto, burrata
Pelican Grill Crab Cake green curry emulsion, hearts of palm, avocado, watercress, pickled onions
Ahi Tuna Tartare miso glaze, avocado, charred scallions, yuzu ponzu, furikake,
gyozu crisps
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LU N C H E N T R É E S Please Select Three Options
Gonestraw Farms Half-Chicken kabocha squash, wild rice, lollipop kale, pancetta
Spaghetti Pomodoro roasted irvine ranch tomatoes, garlic, basil, aged parmesan
Grilled Vegetable Wrap grilled portobello mushrooms, zucchini, romaine leaves, ricotta cheese, sundried tomato pesto
Chicken Club avocado, tomato, bacon, chipotle mayonnaise, toasted sourdough
Ahi Tuna Burger brioche bun, asian coleslaw, honey-wasabi sauce
Asian Chicken Salad watercress, napa cabbage, edamame, roasted peanuts, sesame vinaigrette
Flat Iron Steak Sandwich pickled red onions, chimmichurri, arugula, tomatoes, ciabatta
Pan-Roasted Salmon lentils du puy, butternut squash, wild mushrooms, blood orange emulsion
Braised Short Ribs brussels sprouts, cippolini onions, farro, celery root purée, pickled celery ribbons
Pan-Seared Chilean Sea Bass orange-coconut milk, black forbidden rice, pickled red onions, oranges, toasted almonds
I N T E R M E Z ZO Please Select One Option
Seasonal Sorbet Intermezzo
Selection of Artisanal Cheesestoast points, fruit compote
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D E S S E R T S Please Select Two Options
Warm Fire-Roasted Apple Crumble choice of gelato
Chocolate Lava Cake sea salt caramel sauce, chantilly
Assorted Resort-Made Gelato
Assorted Resort-Made Sorbet
Vanilla Crème Brûlée seasonal fruit compote, biscotti
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SOCAL MENU 70 PER GUEST
S TA R T E R S Please Select Two Options
Spicy Tortilla Soup chicken, cotija cheese, avocado purée
Chef’s Soup of the Day seasonal selection
Caesar Salad romaine, parmesan crisps, croutons
Baby Iceberg Wedge blue cheese, egg, smoked bacon, cherry tomatoes, shaved red onion, blue cheese dressing
Mixed Greens Salad cherry tomatoes, shaved radishes, cucumber, croutons, balsamic vinaigrette
Roasted Beet Salad burrata, baby carrots, currants, arugula, pistachio
pistou, red wine vinaigrette
Bruschetta cherry tomatoes, balsamic reduction, basil pesto, burrata
Pelican Grill Crab Cake green curry emulsion, hearts of palm, avocado, watercress, pickled onions
Ahi Tuna Tartare miso glaze, avocado, charred scallions, yuzu ponzu, furikake,
gyozu crisps
Oysters on the Half Shell champagne mignonette
Jumbo Prawn Cocktail cocktail sauce, lemon
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E N T R É E Please Select One
Chicken Stripsserved with house fries and barbeque sauce
Two Mini Beef Slidersserved with house fries, egg bun, lettuce, tomato and ketchup
Grilled Cheese Sandwichserved with house fries
S W E E T S Please Select One
Pelican Hill Gelato Sundae
Chocolate Chip Cookie
S TA R T E R
Fresh Fruit Cup seasonal selections
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L IT TLE FOODIES MENU 25 PER CHILD