Catering
Elegantly Southern is the exclusive on-site catering provider for The Venue on Broad and The Veranda, offering full-service catering for weddings, corporate gatherings, and special events in Athens, Georgia, and the surrounding areas. With deep roots in the heart of Bulldog country, Elegantly Southern brings refined Southern hospitality and unforgettable flavors to in-house events at the Veranda and The Venue on Broad. From elegant plated dinners to festive receptions, our experienced culinary team crafts customized menus that elevate every celebration, ensuring a seamless experience from first bite to last dance.
CHARCUTERIE | HORS D’OEUVRES | BBQ | SOUTHERN | ITALIAN | DESSERTS | BREAKFAST | BAR SERVICE
charcuterie
We require a minimum spend on food of $20/person for all full service events.
Pricing for each board is person pricing.
A 15% service charge is applied to all full services.
Includes at least 3 meats w/complimentary cheeses & accompaniments
Meat & Cheese - $20/PERSON
Fruit & Cheese - $15/PERSON
a variety of seasonal fruits w/complimentary cheeses
Vegetable & Cheese - $15/PERSON
a variety of seasonal vegetables, dipping sauce and bread
Grazing Table - $25/PERSON
a combination of all of our board options
We require a minimum spend on food of $20/person for all full service events. Pricing for each board is person pricing. A 15% service charge is applied to all full services.
There will be a charge of $10 per person for a customer appetizer menu. This will include two appetizers of your choice from the menu below.
If you would like these appetizers passed, there is a $5/person charge to allow for necessary additional staffing.
Additional appetizers can be added for $4.50/person.
Hors D’oeuvres
PIMENTO CHEESE CROSTINI
PIGS IN A BLANKET
bite sized in puff pastry served with ketchup and honey mustard dipping sauces
STUFFED DATES
stuffed with almond slivers, celery, and blue cheese
PRETZEL DOG BITES
bits sized and served in pretzel dough with ketchup and honey mustard dipping sauces
BONELESS WINGS
Can be tossed in increments of 25 and include celery and ranch dressing.
Wing topping sauces: mild, medium, hot, teriyaki. lemon pepper or any of our 9 BBQ sauce options!
BONE-IN WINGS (EXTRA $2.50/person)
Can be tossed in increments of 25 and include celery and ranch dressing.
Wing topping sauces: mild, medium, hot, teriyaki. lemon pepper or any of our 9 BBQ sauce options!
PIN WHEELS
Ham and/or turkey with sun-dried tomato and other cream cheeses
MAC N’ CHEESE JALAPENO BITES
*BBQ provided by Saucehouse Catering; read below to learn more.
$1,000 minimum, 10% Service Charge, and 3%CC fee
*Includes Dinner Rolls & China On Site Only *
***Pricing is per person***
BBQ*
Choose your Meat (or split 2 evenly):
BBQ PORK - $26
CHOPPED CHICKEN - $26
BEEF BRISKET - $30
RIBS - $27
Includes 2 premium sides:
MAC N CHEESE
BAKED BEANS
GREEN BEANS
GREEN BEAN CASSEROLE
POTATO SALAD
COLLARD GREENS
Includes 1 regular side:
SLAW
SALAD
CHIPS
Includes 1 choice of bread (or split 2 evenly):
BUNS
SWEET ROLLS
CORNBREAD
Looking for fan-favorite and tasty BBQ in Athens? Check out our sister company, Saucehouse BBQ Catering—a local favorite and approved on-site caterer. Famous for its bold flavors and Southern hospitality, Saucehouse is the go-to choice for unforgettable BBQ in the Athens area.
Italian
$26 CHICKEN PICATTA
thinly sliced & pan fried chicken with a lemon-butter caper sauce over fettuccine
$26 ITALIAN SAUSAGE PASTA
coin sliced and cooked with marinara sauce over penne
$26 CHICKEN ALFREDO
grilled chicken tossed in a creamy alfredo sauce over fettuccine
$26 SHRIMP SCAMPI
cooked in a butter white wine garlic sauce over Linguine pasta
CHOICE OF TWO SIDES
Steamed Broccoli | Green Beans | Brussel Sprouts
Mushroom & Sweet Pea Medley | Chopped Caesar Salad
*Includes Dinner Rolls & China*
$2,000 minimum, 10% Service Charge, and 3%CC fee,
**On-Site Only**
***Pricing is per person***
SOUTHERN
$2,000 minimum, 10% Service Charge, and 3%CC fee,
**On-Site Only**
***Pricing is per person***
Choose one Protein :
FRIED CHICKEN - $26
BOURBON GLAZED GRILLED CHICKEN - $26
ANDOUILLE SHRIMP & GRITS - $27
GLAZED SALMON - $35
GLAZED HAM - $26
BEEF TENDERLOIN - $35
Includes two premium sides:
SOUTHERN SQUASH
MAC N CHEESE
MASHED POTATOES
GREEN BEANS
COLLARD GREENS
WILD RICE
BROCCOLI SALAD
Choice of one salad:
MIXED GREENS
CHOPPED CAESAR
*Package includes dinner rolls*
Desserts
$2.00 per person
Cookies and/or Brownies
$2.50 per person
Banana pudding, Peach Cobbler, or White Chocolate Bread Pudding
$4.50 per person
A split of either Banana Pudding, Peach Cobbler, White Chocolate Bread Pudding
*Can be added to any full service menu*
$25 per person
$1,000 minimum, and 3%CC fee
*10% Service Charge On-Site*
*15% Service Charge Off-Site*
Breakfast
GRITS
GRAVY
BISCUITS
SCRAMBLED EGGS
BACON & SAUSAGE
GRUB
FIXINS
BUTTER
JELLY
HOT SAUCE
SHREDDED CHEDDAR CHEESE
DRINKS
COFFEE W/SUGAR & CREAM
WATER
ORANGE JUICE
***ask about our Mimos special***
Services also include
Friendly staff
Buffet line with tables & linens
Metal chafing dishes, sternos, & china*
Alcohol PricinG
Bar packages are based off a 4 hour serve time and include disposable glassware, cocktail napkins
Bronze
$18/person
Includes two domestic or import beers & two wine varieties.
Silver
$25/person
Includes 3 domestic, import, or craft beers & 3 wine varieties
GolD
$45/person
Includes 3 call liquors, 3 domestic, import, or craft beers & 3 wine varieties
other Options
$250 per bartender ( 1 per 50-75 guests)
Guests can pay for drinks individually or all drinks can be paid by one person at the end of the event