Evening Social Menu
Spring/Summer 2026
Guidelines
- Maximum of two entrée selections permitted for your entire group not including dietary restrictions
- Menu prices are subject to a 24% service charge and an 8.25% sales tax will be applied to all food and beverage
Dietary Codes
- GF: Gluten Friendly
- DF: Dairy Free
- V: Vegetarian
- NF: Nut Free
- DFO: Dairy Free Option Available
Hors D’Oeuvres
HOUSE FAVORITES
- Petite Crab Cake: red pepper remoulade $7/PP
- Billion Dollar Bacon (GF, DF): pecan praline $6/PP
- Poke Wonton: yellowfin tuna, seaweed salad, wasabi mayo $7/PP
- Gluten-Free by Request
- Pickled Beet Devilled Eggs (V, GF): horseradish, black sesame $5/PP
- Phyllo Triangle (V): pepper jelly, brie $5/PP
- Beef Wellington: grain mustard $7/PP
- Cucumber Sandwich (V): white bread, boursin $5/PP
- Virginia Ham Biscuit: honey $5/PP
NEW & BOLD
- Buffalo Chicken Egg Roll: bleu cheese dipping $6/PP
- Peppercorn Beef Slider: herb mayo $7/PP
- Cauliflower Bite (V): bang bang sauce $5/PP
- Southern Egg Roll: bbq brisket, mac & cheese, collard greens $6/PP
- Mini PoBoy: brioche, fried shrimp, lettuce $6/PP
- Falafel Bites (V, GF, DF): cucumber, hummus, tzatziki $5/PP
- Caramelized Onion & Blue Cheese Palmiers (V): puff pastry pinwheels, blue cheese, and sweet onion $5/PP
SEASONAL SELECTIONS
- Fried Chicken Bite: peach hot honey $6/PP
- Vegan Lox (V, GF, DF): carrot lox, cucumber round, cashew cream, dill oil $5/PP
- Pulled Pork Empanaditas: lime crema $6/PP
- Cuban Egg Roll: pulled pork, swiss cheese, pickles, mustard dipping $6/PP
- Caprese Spoon (V): balsamic pearls $6/PP
- Lobster Fritter: cajun tarter $6/PP
Plated Dinner
3-COURSE MEAL
STARTERS
- Duke Mansion House (V, GF, DF): mixed greens, tomato, crispy black eye peas, lemon vinaigrette
- Shaved Brussels & Kale Caesar: shaved parmesan, tomato, cornbread croutons, roasted garlic caesar dressing
- Strawberry Arugula Salad (V, GF): arugula & mix, goat cheese, pistachios, shaved fennel, orange blossom vinaigrette
- Butter Lettuce & Berry Salad: radish, candied pecans, pickled shallots, feta, blueberry champagne vinaigrette
PLATED ENTREES
SELECT UP TO TWO
- Surf & Turf: beef tenderloin & Charleston crab cake, mashed potato, asparagus, red pepper remoulade, cabernet reduction $102/PP
- Herb Roasted Chicken (GF, DF): broccolini, wild rice, natural jus $74/PP
- Beef Tenderloin (GF): garlic herb potato mash, roasted asparagus, cabernet reduction $92/PP
- Charleston Crab Cake: dirty rice, broccolini, red pepper remoulade $90/PP
- Herb Crusted Lamb: fingerling potatoes, mint demi, glazed carrots $88/PP
- Blackened White Fish: roasted fingerling potatoes, garlic broccolini, sweet chili butter $80/PP
- Citrus Chicken (GF): basil couscous, roasted carrots, pepper-infused jus $76/PP
- Poblano Salmon: polenta cake, asparagus $78/PP
- Succotash Risotto (V, GF, DFO): corn, okra, cherry tomato confit $70/PP
- Fried Eggplant (V): yellow curry chickpeas, carolina gold rice, grilled okra, pepper jelly $70/PP
DESSERT SELECTIONS
SELECT ONE
- Chilled Chocolate Fondant (GF): salted butter caramel sauce
- Raspberry Mille-Feuille: bourbon vanilla bean cream, white chocolate matcha sauce
- Mango Passion Fruit Cheesecake: peach marshmallows
- Lemon Creme Brule (GF): blueberry cluster
- Asheville Earl Grey Tea Cheesecake: bergamot sesame tuile, blackberry sauce
- Red Berry Panna Cotta: fresh berries
- Cherry Clafoutis: pistachio chantilly
- Caramel Ice Cream Bar: milk chocolate macadamia nut
- Strawberry Rhubarb Tart: frangipane, fresh strawberries
- Dessert Trio: choice of 3 confections +$6/PP
Served with:
- Coffee & Hot Tea Service Included With Dessert
Dinner Buffets
Tuscany $95/PP
- Starters: Minestrone Soup, Italian Cobb Salad
- Entrees (choice of 3): Chicken Piccata, Salmon Marsala, Tomato Braised Short Rib, Butternut Squash Ravioli
- Sides (choice of 2): Green Bean Almandine, Brussels & Artichokes, Farro Risotto, Rosemary Potatoes, Baked Ziti
- Desserts: Tiramisu, Cannoli
Queen City $90/PP
- Starters: Classic Tomato Soup, Duke Mansion House Salad
- Entrees (choice of 3): Fried Chicken, Blackened Salmon, BBQ Brisket, Pulled Pork
- Sides (choice of 2): Mash Potatoes, Herb Roasted Potatoes, Mac & Cheese, Country Green Beans, Honey Glazed Carrots
- Desserts: Pecan Pie, Banana Pudding
Low Country $85/PP
- Starters: Gumbo, Cole Slaw
- Entrees (choice of 3): Chicken Etouffee, Fried Catfish, Jambalaya, Blackened Shrimp
- Sides (choice of 2): Corn Maque Choux, Cajun Green Beans, Fried Okra, Dirty Rice, Grits, Roasted New Potatoes
- Desserts: Banana Foster Parfait, Southern Comfort Bread Pudding
Displays & Stations
minimum of 10 guests
Dip Duos – $14/PP
MEDITERRANEAN
- white bean & rosemary puree and sundried-tomato tapenade; served with pita and lavash crackers
SOUTHERN
- pimento cheese & cowboy caviar; served with house made chips and crostinis
Grazing Tables
CLASSIC – $20/PP
- two chef-selected cheeses
- fresh fruit
- crackers & artisan breads
- nuts & olives
- jam & mustard
SIGNATURE – $30/PP
- up to four chef-selected cheeses
- three chef-selected charcuterie meats
- fresh fruit & dried fruit
- seasonal crudité & hummus
- assorted crackers & artisan breads
- mixed olives & marinated selections
- sweet & savory accents
LUXE – $45/PP
- five artisanal/locally selected cheeses
- four chef-selected charcuterie meats
- crudité & pickled vegetables
- gourmet breads & crackers
- specialty dips & elevated elements
- assorted hand-crafted sweet bites
Seafood Display – $MKT
- shrimp, oysters on the half shell, cocktail crab claws, and accoutrements
Duke Mansion Biscuit Bar – $20/PP
- cheddar cheese, buttermilk and herb biscuits
ACCOMPANIMENTS (choice of 5):
- country sausage gravy
- roasted turkey breast
- andouille sausage
- smoked bacon
- parma ham
- fried green tomatoes
- pimento cheese
- honey butter
- strawberry preserves
Chef Salad Station – $16/PP
- Creamy Herb, Bleu Cheese, or House Vinaigrette
TOPPINGS (choice of 5):
- cornbread croutons, smoked bacon, hard-boiled eggs, tomatoes, shaved carrot, crumbly bleu, shredded cheddar
Pasta Station – $26/PP
- Alfredo & Marinara Sauce
- Penne & Bowtie
TOPPINGS (choice of 5):
- grilled chicken, garlic-herb shrimp, Italian sausage, sundried tomatoes, caramelized onions, broccolini, sauteed pepper medley, mushrooms
- Upgrade to cheese tortellini and mushroom ravioli $30/PP
Grand Dessert Buffet – $16/PP
- Chef Azuza’s selection of three confections
- Each Additional Dessert +$3/PP
Attended Stations
(Minimum of 20 Guests, $85 attendant required per station)
Mini Burgers – $26/PP
- Served on freshly baked buns and house ranch chips (select 2):
- Classic Beef: ground chuck, cheese & pickle, relish mayo
- Braised Short Rib: crispy onion strings, bbq sauce, arugula
- Nashville Hot Chicken: hot chili oil, pickle, garlic aioli
Street Tacos – $32/PP
- Served with flour tortillas, crispy taco shells, guacamole, sour cream, cojita cheese, pico de gallo, and fried yuca (select 3):
- Skirt Steak
- Adobo Chicken
- Chili Lime Shrimp
- Pork Carnitas
- Fajita Vegetable
Cannoli Station – $20/PP
- Crisp, freshly filled cannoli shells prepared à la minute and dusted in powdered sugar (select 2):
- Classic Sweet Cream: vanilla ricotta and chocolate chips
- Pistachio: pistachio cream and crushed pistachios
- Cherry: cherry ricotta and dark chocolate
- Chocolate Hazelnut: chocolate ricotta and toasted hazelnut
- Tangerine: citrus infused ricotta and white chocolate
Southern Grits Station – $26/PP
- Choice of Tasso or Tomato Gravy
TOPPINGS (choice of 5):
- barbecue pork, creole shrimp, grilled andouille sausage, applewood bacon, cheddar cheese, caramelized onions, sautéed mushrooms, grilled vegetables
Custom Station
- Bring your culinary vision to life! Collaborate with our talented chefs to create a one-of-a-kind action station tailored to your unique tastes and ideas. Whether it’s a cherished family recipe, a nod to local flavors, or a crowd-pleasing favorite, we’ll work with you to craft an unforgettable dining experience. The possibilities are endless, and the menu is all yours.
- Pricing is based on ingredient requirements and preparation needs. Some limitations may apply.
Entree Station
- Choice of protein, one side, and house rolls & mansion biscuits
- Applewood Smoked Turkey: cider bourbon gravy $26/PP
- Blackened Salmon: cajun cream $30/PP
- Pepper & Herb Crusted Beef Tenderloin: whiskey bbq sauce $30/PP
- Crab Cake: remoulade $30/PP
SIDES
- Roasted Asparagus
- Garlic Broccolini
- Blackened Green Beans
- Candied Tri Colored Carrots
- Wild Rice
- Fingerling Lyonnaise
- Whipped Potatoes
- Potatoes Au Gratin
- Grits