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Blue Heron
305 5th Ave S
Cold Spring, MN 56320
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Appetizer Menu
Typical appetizer party consists of 6 to 8 appetizers ranging in price from $10 to $18 per guest. Typical appetizer party consists of 6 to 8 appetizers & add a couple deserts ranging in price from $14 to $21 per guest
Appetizer Selections
Paul's Homemade Italian Style Meatballs
House Made BBQ Sauce, Signature White Cream Sauce
Sweet Chili Sauced Lemon Scented Chicken Meatballs
Buffalo Chicken Meatballs
with Buffalo Sauce, Crumbled Blue Cheese & Bias Cut Celery
Spicy Thai Turkey Meatballs
Chicken Skewers
Peanut, Plum, Sweet Chili, Sweet & Sour Sauces or Teriyaki Glaze
Shrimp Display
with Traditional Cocktail Sauce or Remoulade
Hand Pattie Crab Cakes Accompanied by Fresh Mango Salsa
Italian Sausage Stuffed Mushroom Caps
with Creamy Mushroom Sauce
Seasonal Cascading Fresh Fruit Display
Domestic Cubed Cheese Assortment
with Gourmet Crackers
Seasoned Wing Options
Sweet & Sour, BBQ, Plum, Traditional, Buffalo & Teriyaki Glazed
Whole Smoked Salmon Display, Assorted Cocktail Breads
Garden Fresh Vegetable Display
Peppercorn Ranch, Avocado Peppercorn Ranch or Roasted Red Pepper Hummus
Blue Heron Staple
Liver Pate' & Garlic Toast Medallions
Crostini- Fresh Baked French Bread, Bias Cut, Buttered and Toasted
Sun-Dried Tomato Basil, Pesto, Red Pepper Hummus, Four-Olive Tapenade & Dark Sweet Cherry Tapenade
Pork Roulade
Smoked Gouda Cheese & Steamed Asparagus, Stuffed in Seasoned Slow Roasted Pork Slices/ Classic Hollandaise Sauce
Stuffed Crimini Mushrooms
with Simmered Caramelized Onions & Asiago Cheese
Brie Wheel
Wrapped in Puff Pastry and Topped with Kahlua, Brown Sugar & Pecans
Purple Tortilla Chips
with Jalapeno Cheese Sauce, Cheese Sauce or Garden Fresh Salsa
Bavarian Pretzels
with Cheese Sauce and/or Honey Mustard
Assorted Meat & Cheese Deli Tray
with Gourmet Cracker Assortment
Assorted Gourmet Olives Displayed in Glass Vessels
Thin Sliced Turkey, Ham Or Roast Beef Rolled
with Boursin Cheese & Steamed Asparagus, Served with Dipping Sauce
Bite Size Focaccia Sandwiches
Stuffed with Choice of: Prosciutto, Capicola or Pancetta & Fresh Mozzarella (Choice of Spread: Pesto, Sun-Dried Tomato Basil, Red Pepper Hummus or Olive Tapenade)
Gourmet Certified Angus Sliders
With Fresh Baked Slider Buns. Available Toppings- Sautéed Mushrooms & Onions, Ketchup & Assorted Gourmet & Traditional Mustards. Cheeses - Swiss, Cheddar, Smoked Gouda, Provolone & American Available
Mojo Pork Sliders
With Fresh Baked Slider Buns. Seasoned Pork Served with Signature BBQ Sauce & Honey Mustard (Topped off with Coleslaw as a Option)
Rueben Slider
With Marble Rye Slider Buns. Corn Beef, Swiss Cheese, Sauerkraut & 1000 Dressing
Puff Pastry Tartlets
Stuffed with Artichoke Dip & Topped with Grated Parmesan & Mozzarella Cheeses
Puff Pastry Tartlets Stuffed with Brie
Walnuts, Dijon Mustard & Brown Sugar
Seasonal Fresh Fruit Kabobs
Drizzled with Pina Colada Coconut Glaze Topped with Toasted Coconut
Chef Salad Kabobs
with Peppercorn Ranch Dipping Sauce
Garden Fresh Herb Cucumber Bites
Cucumber Slices topped with Radish Slice & Fresh Herb Topping
Sesame Chicken Wonton Cups
with Fresh Chive Garnish
Bruschetta
with Balsamic Marinated Strawberries Set Upon Goat Cheese or Whipped Feta
Sandwich Options
Fresh Baked Breads Available (Marble Rye, Sour Dough, Multi-Grain, Cranberry Wild Rice)
Roast beef & Swiss
Smoked Turkey & Cheddar
Ham & Swiss
Ham & Turkey Combo
Vegetarian Sandwich
Bagged Lunch Includes
Whole Fresh Apple
Fresh Baked Cookie of the Day
Bag of Assorted Chips
Variety may vary
Mustard & Mayo Packets, Cutlery Kit
Half Sandwich Options
Roast beef & Provolone on Marble Rye
Smoked Turkey & Cheddar on Multi-Grain
Ham & Swiss on Sour Dough
Ham & Turkey Combo
with Swiss & Cheddar on Multi-Grain
Egg Salad & Tuna Salad Sandwiches on Multi-Grain
Homemade Chicken Salad on Cranberry Wild Rice
Rueben & Swiss with Sauerkraut on Marble Rye
Lite & Healthy Lunch Includes
Lettuce, Tomato Slices, Mayo & Mustard Packets
Whole Wheat Italian Pasta Salad
Seasonal Fresh Fruit Wedges
Fresh Baked Cookie of the Day
Cutlery Kit
Choice of Sandwich or Wrap
Choice of one between "Cold Spring Club" & "Turkey Wrap"
Roast Beef
Marble Rye Bread, Sliced Roast Beef, Lettuce, Tomato Slices, Swiss Cheese, Mayo & Mustard Packets
Smoked Turkey
Multi-Grain Bread, Smoked Turkey, Lettuce, Tomato Slices, Cheddar Cheese, Mayo & Mustard Packets
Ham
Sour Dough Bread, Ham, Lettuce, Tomato Slices, Swiss Cheese, Mayo & Mustard Packets
Ham & Turkey Combo
Multi-Grain Bread, Ham & Smoked Turkey, Lettuce, Tomato Slices, Cheddar & Swiss Cheese, Mayo & Mustard Packets
Egg Salad or Tuna Salad
Multi-Grain Bread, Egg or Tuna Salad, Lettuce & Tomato Slices
Homemade Chicken Salad
Cranberry Wild Rice Bread, Chicken Salad, Lettuce & Tomato Slices
Cold Spring Club
Sour Dough Bread, Turkey, Ham, Apple wood Smoked Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato Slices, Pepper Jack Cheese Mayo & Mustard Packets
Turkey Wrap
Garlic Herb Tortilla Stuffed with Turkey, Lettuce, Tomato, Cheddar Cheese & Honey Mustard
Ham Wrap
Garlic Herb Tortilla Stuffed with Ham, Lettuce, Tomato, Swiss Cheese & Honey Mustard
Turkey Bacon Wrap
Garlic Herb Tortilla Stuffed with Turkey, Apple Wood Smoked Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato, Cheddar Cheese & Honey Mustard
Club Wrap
Garlic Herb Tortilla Stuffed with Turkey, Ham, Apple Wood Smoked Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato, Swiss & Cheddar Cheese & Honey Mustard
Vegetarian Wrap
Garlic Herb Tortilla Stuffed with Sliced Green Peppers, Red Onion & Black Olives, Lettuce, Tomato, Banana Peppers with Red Pepper Hummus
Buffalo Chicken Wrap
Garlic Herb Tortilla Stuffed with Diced Buffalo Chicken, Lettuce, Tomato, Crumbled Blue Cheese, Diced Celery & Buffalo Peppercorn Ranch
Chicken Caesar Wrap
Garlic Herb Tortilla Stuffed with Chicken, Romaine, Parmesan Cheese, Caesar Dressing
Lunch Includes
Choice of Salad - Italian Pasta, Pea Salad, Coleslaw or Homemade Baby Red Potato Salad
Fresh Seasonal Fruit Wedges
Fresh Baked Cookie of the Day
Traditional Salad Selections
$7.95 Per Salad (All Salads Include Choice of Dressing or Suggested Dressing & Cutlery Kit) Peppercorn Ranch, 1000 Island, Blue Cheese, French, Italian, Caesar, Poppy Seed
Classic Chef
Mixed Greens, Julienne Ham & Smoked Turkey, Sliced Egg & Broccoli, Swiss & Cheddar Cheese, Cherry Tomatoes, Croutons- Choice of Dressing
Grilled Chicken Caesar
Mixed Greens, Grilled Chicken, Parmesan Cheese, Croutons, Diced Tomatoes- Caesar Dressing
Chicken Taco
Mixed Greens, Grilled Seasoned Chicken, Olives, Diced Tomatoes & Red Onion, Shredded Cheese, Wonton Stripes- Sour Cream & Salsa
Traditional Taco
Mixed Greens, Seasoned Taco Meat, Olives, Diced Tomatoes & Red Onion, Shredded Cheese, Wonton Stripes- Sour Cream & Salsa
Chicken B.L.T
Mixed Greens, Grilled Chicken, Diced Tomatoes & Red Onion, Crumbled Bacon, Croutons, Shredded Cheese- Peppercorn Ranch
Garden
Mixed Greens, Cucumber, Cherry Tomatoes, Sliced Black Olives, Diced Red Onion, Croutons, Banana Peppers, Baby Carrots- Balsamic Vinaigrette
Premium Salads
$8.95 Per Premium Salad
Malibu Chicken
Mixed Greens, Coconut Chicken, Shredded Cheese, Sliced Mushrooms, Diced Tomato & Red Onion, Croutons- Honey Dijon Mustard Dressing
Blackened Cajun Chicken
Mixed Greens, Blackened Cajun Chicken, Diced Tomato & Red Onion, Shredded Cheese, Croutons Choice of Dressing
Buffalo Chicken
Mixed Greens, Buffalo Chicken, Blue Cheese Crumbles, Diced Tomato & Red Onion, Buffalo Peppercorn Ranch Dressing
Cobb
Mixed Greens, Egg Slices, Diced Tomato & Red Onion, Crumbled Bacon, Crumbled Blue Cheese, Grilled Chicken- Choice of Dressing
Chicken Cordon Blue
Mixed Greens, Julienne Cut Chicken, Ham, Swiss, Sliced Egg, Diced Tomato, Croutons, Red Onion- Choice of Dressing
Italian Escapes
Bread Choices: Breadsticks, Garlic Bread, Roasted Garlic Baguette or French Bread- Butter Packets. Whole Wheat Penne Pasta Available by Request, Additional Cost May Apply
Chicken Alfredo
Grilled Chicken, Penne Pasta, Creamy Alfredo Sauce, Caesar Salad, Bread Choice
- 20 to 50 Guests $8.95
- 51 to 100 Guests $8.75
- 101 and Over Guests $8.55
Traditional Pasta
Italian Style Beef or Chicken Meatballs, Penne Pasta, Marinara Sauce, Caesar Salad, Bread
- 20 to 50 Guests $8.95
- 51 to 100 Guests $8.75
- 101 and Over Guests $8.55
Classic Meat Lasagna or Sautéed Vegetable Medley & Spinach Lasagna
Classic Meat Lasagna or Meatless Spinach Lasagna, Caesar Salad, Bread Choice. Order in quantities of 9
- 20 to 50 Guests $9.95
- 51 to 100 Guests $9.75
- 101 and Over Guests $9.45
Spicy Cajun Chicken Pasta
Cajun Seasoned Chicken Breast, Penne Pasta, Roasted Red Pepper Cream Sauce, Creamy Caesar Salad, Bread Choice
- 20 to 50 Guests $8.95
- 51 to 100 Guests $8.75
- 101 and Over Guests $8.55
Improved- Baked Potato
$8.45 - 20 to 50 Guests, $8.25 - 51 to 100 Guests, $8.05 - 101 and Over Guests
Pulled Seasoned Pork or Grilled Seasoned Shredded Chicken
Diced Onion & Tomatoes
Crumbled Bacon, Steamed Broccoli, Caramelized Onion
Shredded Cheese
Cheese Sauce, Sliced Jalapeno's, Butter
Peppercorn Ranch
House BBQ Sauce & Sour Cream Bottles
House Mixed Greens Salad
with Assorted Dressings or Caesar Salad
Just Can't Miss
$8.95 - 20 to 50 Guests, $8.75 - 51 t0 100 Guests, $8.55 - 101 and Over Guests
Parmesan-Crusted Chicken Breast
Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Amaretto Glazed Carrots
Petit Pain Roll- Butter
Herb Cream Sauce & Fresh Parsley Garnish
Featured Item
Chicken Romano- "A Blue Heron Classic"
Chicken Breast, Lightly Lemon Peppered, Panko Encrusted & Baked Topped with Homemade Alfredo Sauce, Parmesan Cheese & Parsley Flakes, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Glazed Baby Carrots, Dinner Roll- Butter
- 20 to 50 Guests $8.95
- 51 to 100 Guests $8.75
- 101 and Over Guests $8.55
Across the Border
2 Soft Shell Tortillas (Hard Shells Available by Request); Seasoned Taco Meat (Traditional Ground Beef or Shredded Chicken, Both Add $1
- 20 to 50 Guests $8.45
- 51 to 100 Guests $8.25
- 101 and Over Guests $8.05
Blue Heron Signature Baked Chicken
2pc's Signature Baked Chicken, Mashed Potatoes with Gravy, Coleslaw, Cloverleaf Dinner Roll- Butter
- 20 to 50 Guests $8.45
- 51 to 100 Guests $8.25
- 101 and Over Guests $8.05
Herb Encrusted Baked Chicken
2pc's Herb Encrusted Baked Chicken, Sliced Baby Reds with Sautéed Peppers & Onions, Amaretto Glazed Carrots, Cloverleaf Dinner Roll- Butter
- 20 to 50 Guests $8.45
- 51 to 100 Guests $8.25
- 101 and Over Guests $8.05
Grandma's Classic
Meatloaf with BBQ Glaze, Mashed Potatoes with Beef Gravy, Green Beans, Classic Coleslaw, Cloverleaf Dinner Roll- Butter
- 20 to 50 Guests $8.45
- 51 to 100 Guests $8.25
- 101 and Over Guests $8.05
Customized Sandwich Bar-"Build it your Way"
Assorted Fresh Baked Breads, Assorted Deli Meats & Cheeses, Seasonal Fresh Fruit Display, Kettle Chips, Pasta Salad. Garden Fresh Condiment Tray - Lettuce, Sliced Tomatoes, Red Onions, Pickles, Mayo & Mustard
- 20 to 50 Guests $9.75
- 51 to 100 Guests $9.45
- 101 and Over Guests $9.25
Grilled Sandwich Bar
Choice of: Grilled Chicken Sandwich or Grilled Hamburger, Fresh Fruit Display & Cheesy Potatoes. Garden Fresh Condiment Tray - Lettuce, Sliced Tomatoes, Red Onions, Pickles, Mayo, Mustard, BBQ Sauce & Ketchup. Pretzel Buns Available for Additional Cost
- 20 to 50 Guests $8.95
- 51 to 100 Guests $8.75
- 101 and Over Guests $8.55
Little Miss Piggy
Pulled Pork or Pulled Chicken, Fresh Baked Buns (White or Wheat Available) Bourbon Molasses Baked Beans with Flame Roasted Apples, Classic Coleslaw, Kettle Chips
- 20 to 50 Guests $8.95
- 51 to 100 Guests $8.75
- 101 and Over Guests $8.55
- Sub or Add Smoked Chicken Add (Per Guest)
- $1.00
Stir Fry
Sautéed Vegetables: (Broccoli, Carrots, Peppers, Pea Pods, Sliced Mushrooms. Onion Pedals, Celery, Fresh Garlic) Tossed with Teriyaki Glaze & Grilled Chicken. Choice of: Rice Pilaf or Chow Mein Noodles, Vinegar Coleslaw, French Bread- Butter, Beef- Add $2 Extra
- 20 to 50 Guests $8.95
- 51 to 100 Guests $8.75
- 101 and Over Guests $8.55
Soup & Salad
Fresh Baked Bread Bowls. Homemade Soup Selections - Beef Stew, Clam Chowder, Broccoli Cheese, Chicken Wild Rice, Potato Bacon, Chili Crackers, Spoons. Choose one: Mixed Greens Bowl, Classic Caesar Salad
- 20 to 50 Guests $8.95
- 51 to 100 Guests $8.75
- 101 and Over Guests $8.55
Country Fried Chicken Steak
Flattened & Hand Breaded Breast of Chicken, Fried to a Golden Brown, Smothered in a Creamy Sausage Gravy, Herb Roasted Potatoes, House Salad with Assorted Dressings, Dinner Roll- Butter
- 20 to 50 Guests $8.95
- 51 to 100 Guests $8.75
- 101 and Over Guests $8.55
Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes
Seasoned Ground Beef, Diced Green Peppers & Onions Topped with Pepper Jack or Swiss Cheeses, Creamy Coleslaw, Seasoned Kettle Chips, Pickle Slices
- 20 to 50 Guests $8.45
- 51 to 100 Guests $8.25
- 101 and Over Guests $8.05
Fajita Bar
Fajita Bar A
Soft Shell Tortillas (Hard Shells Available by Request) Grilled Chicken Mixed with Sautéed Peppers & Onions, Beef- Add $2 more
- 20 to 50 Guests $8.95
- 51 to 100 Guests $8.75
- 101 and Over Guests $8.55
Fajita Bar B
2 Soft Shell Tortillas (Hard Shells Available by Request); Seasoned Shredded Pulled Pork with Shredded Cabbage
- 20 to 50 Guests $8.45
- 51 to 100 Guests $8.25
- 101 and Over Guests $8.05
Fajita Bar C
2 Soft Shell Tortillas (Hard Shells Available by Request); Shredded Smoked Beef Brisket
- 20 to 50 Guests $8.95
- 51 to 100 Guests $8.75
- 101 and Over Guests $8.55
Condiments Included with All Taco Bars
Shredded Lettuce
Diced Tomato
Peppers
Onion
Shredded Cheese
Sour Cream
Purple Chips & Garden Fresh Salsa
Spanish Rice
Soup & Sandwich Bar
$8.95 - 20 to 50 Guests, $8.75 - 51 to 100 Guests, $8.55 - 101 and Over Guests. Garden Fresh Condiment Tray - Lettuce, Sliced Tomatoes, Red Onions, Pickles, BBQ Sauce, Mayo & Mustard (Grilled Burger add Ketchup to Condiment Tray); Soup Choices - Vegetable Beef, Chicken Noodle, Chicken Dumpling, Chicken Wild Rice, Broccoli Cheese, Potato Bacon, Beef Stew Or Chili, Crackers, Bowls, Spoons. Choose One:
Assorted Fresh Baked Breads
Assorted Deli Meats & Cheeses
Grilled Chicken Sandwich & Grilled Hand Pattied Hamburgers/ Fresh Baked Buns
Minnesota Comfort Casseroles
Tator Tot Hot Dish
(Ground Beef, Tator Tots, 3 Cheese Blend, Green Beans & Mushroom Sauce) Mixed Greens Bowl with Assorted Dressings, Cloverleaf Dinner Rolls- Butter
- 20 to 50 Guests $8.45
- 51 to 100 Guests $8.25
- 101 and Over Guests $8.05
Beef Stroganoff
(Egg Noodles, Cubed Beef, Creamy Mushroom Beef Gravy) Mixed Greens Bowl with Assorted Dressings, Cloverleaf Dinner Rolls- Butter
- 20 to 50 Guests $8.95
- 51 to 100 Guests $8.75
- 101 and Over Guests $8.55
Hamburger Goulash
(Elbow Noodles, Ground Beef, Stewed Tomatoes, Onions Topped with Cheese) Mixed Greens Bowl with Assorted Dressings, Cloverleaf Dinner Rolls- Butter
- 20 to 50 Guests $8.45
- 51 to 100 Guests $8.25
- 101 and Over Guests $8.05
Tastings
The Great Blue Heron Offers a Complimentary Tasting for up to Four Guests (Please call for Available Times)
Entrée Prices Include
Entrée, Potato, Vegetable & Bread Selections. *Dressing Available $1.25 Per Guest
Legendary Chicken Romano*
$11.99
A Lightly Lemon-Peppered, Breaded Double Lobe Chicken Breast Served with Homemade Alfredo Sauce (Served with Fresh Seasonal Fruit Kabob Brushed with Pina Colada Coconut Glaze)
Famous Home-Style Baked Chicken*
$11.99
Fall off the Bone Moist & Tender Baked & Perfectly Seasoned Chicken (Served with Signature Dressing & Creamy Coleslaw)
Classic Parmesan Chicken
$11.99
Perfectly Seasoned Double Lobe Breaded Breast of Chicken, Herb Cream Sauce (Fresh Seasonal Fruit Kabob Brushed with Pina Colada Coconut Glaze)
Roast Beef
$13.99
Slow Roasted Beef Accompanied by Blue Heron Au Jus, Classic Au Jus or Traditional Beef Gravy
Champagne Chicken
$11.99
Lightly Seasoned & Breaded, Seared Double Lobe Breast of Chicken, Creamy Shallot & Champagne Sauce
Chicken Marsala
$11.99
Seared Breaded Double Lobe Breast of Chicken, Sautéed Crimini Mushrooms & Garlic, Marsala Sauce
Boursin Chicken
$11.99
Perfectly Seasoned Breaded Double Lobe Breast of Chicken, Garlic & Herb Boursin Cream Sauce
Minnesota Chicken
$12.99
Breaded Chicken Breast- Blue Heron Signature Stuffing, Granny Smith Apple & Onion Cream Sauce
Stuffed Pork Loin
$12.99
Pork Loin Rolled with Blue Heron Signature Stuffing, Buttery Maple Sauce
Porketta- Just like on the Iron Range
$12.99
Filleted Pork Loin Stuffed with Fresh Italian Herbs, Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Sauce
Chef's Chicken Roulade
$12.99
Stuffed Chicken Breast with Chopped Walnuts, Spinach, Asiago & Caramelized Onions, Asiago Cream Sauce
Chicken Breast A La Blue Heron
$12.99
Stuffed Chicken Breast- Mild Feta, Spinach & Wild Mushroom Blend, Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Sauce
Texas Style Smoked Beef Brisket
$13.99
Slow Smoked Beef Brisket, Signature BBQ Sauce
Distinct Stuffed Chicken
$12.99
Stuffed Chicken Breast with Baby Spinach, Fontina Cheese & Prosciutto, Supreme Cream Sauce
10 0z. Pork Prime Rib
Country Wine Rubbed & Slow Roasted, Green Apple Mango Salsa
- Market
Certified Angus Beef Prime Rib
Chef Carved, Perfectly Seasoned & Slow Roasted, Traditional Au Jus or Blue Heron Au Jus
- Market
Potato Selections
Garlic Mashed
Classic Mashed & Gravy
White Cheddar Whipped
Rice Pilaf
Sliced Baby Reds with Sautéed
Peppers & Onions
Smoked Gouda Cheese Mashed
Baked with Sour Cream & Butter or Ranch Mashed
Vegetable Selections
Amaretto Glazed Carrots
Parisian Carrots & Sugar Snap Pea Pods
Green Beans Almandine
Monaco Blend
Green & Yellow Beans with Baby Carrots
Malibu Blend
Broccoli & Cauliflower Florets, Yellow & Orange Carrots
Cape Cod Blend
Yellow & Orange Carrots, Snap Peas & Green Peppers
Bread Options
Served with Fresh Herb Garnished Butter Plate
Bakery Fresh Butter Fluff Dinner Rolls
Bakery Fresh White & Wheat Cloverleaf Dinner Rolls
Assorted Petit Pain Dinner Rolls
10 grain, white, poppy seed
Sliced Asiago Baguette
Roasted Garlic Sliced Baguette
Salad Selections Available
$1.50 Per Guest. Fresh Seasonal Fruit Kabobs Brushed with Pina Colada Coconut Glaze
Classic Caesar Salad
Chopped Romaine, Parmesan Cheese, Home-style Croutons and Creamy Caesar Dressing
House Salad
Fresh Mixed Greens, Cherry Tomatoes, English Cucumber Slices, Croutons, Shaved Parmesan Cheese with Peppercorn Ranch
Italian Style Salad
Variety of Fresh Mixed Greens, Red Onion Pedals, Pepperoni Peppers, Parmesan Cheese, Cherry Tomatoes, Home-style Croutons, Sliced Black Olives & Italian Dressing
"Strawberry Fields Forever" Salad
Variety of Fresh Mixed Greens, Sliced Strawberries, Crumbled Mild Feta, Slivered Almonds & Poppy Seed Dressing
Sweet & Citrusy Salad
Variety of Fresh Mixed Greens, Roasted Red Grapes, Caramelized Walnuts, Crumbled Feta with Balsamic Vinaigrette
Blue Heron Salad
Fresh Baby Spinach, Mandarin Oranges, Crumbled Blue Cheese, Red Onion Pedals & Croutons with Balsamic Vinaigrette
Plated Children's Dinner
Chicken Tenders
Hot Vegetable
Seasonal Fresh Fruit Wedges
BBQ Sauce
Ranch & Ketchup
Kids Buffet
Buffet is set-up on Just Right Kids Size Table
Chicken Nuggets & Mini Corn Dogs
Mac-n-Cheese
Fresh Baby Carrots with Ranch
Seasonal Fresh Fruit Wedges
Pricing Per Guest Includes
China Plates, Water Glasses & Silverware
Ice Water Carafes Placed on each Table
Coffee Service with Creamers
Sugar, China Cups
Skirted Head Table
Gift, Cake & Sign In Tables
Plated Dinner Service for all Guests & Plated or Family Style for the Head Table
Buffet Dinner
Buffet Dinner Service Add $1 Per Guest
Hog Roast & Fixings''
Whole Slow Roasted Hog Prepared On-Site
Pig usually about 125 lbs & Feeds Roughly $125pp
- (Per Hog) $750.00
- (Per Guest) $6.00
Sides to Choose From
Price Varies Depending on Selection of Sides
Bourbon Molasses Baked Beans
with Diced Flame Roasted Apples
Baby Red Potatoes
with Sautéed Peppers & Onions
Signature Cheesy Hash Browns
Corn on the Cob (Seasonal)
Oven Roasted Herb Seasoned Potatoes
Summer Vegetable Italian Pasta Salad
Creamy Coleslaw
Homemade Creamy Baby Red Potato Salad
Honeydew, Cantaloupe & Watermelon Wedges
Seasoned Kettle Chips
Corn Bread Muffins
with Honey Butter
Creamy Cucumber Salad
Broccoli Raisin Salad
Garden Fresh Vegetable Display
with Peppercorn Ranch
Burger Bar
Price Varies Depending on Condiments & Sides Selected. Garden Fresh Condiment Display: Lettuce, Sliced Tomatoes, Onions & Pickles, BBQ Sauce, Ketchup, Mustard & Mayo; Specialty Condiments: Caramelized Onions, Sautéed Onions or Sautéed Mushrooms; Cheeses: Swiss, Cheddar, American, Provolone, Pepper Jack & Smoked Gouda
Grilled Burgers & Grilled Chicken Sandwiches
Pretzel Buns
Fresh Baked White & Wheat Hamburger Buns
Pasta Bar
Whole Wheat Penne Pasta or Traditional Penne Pasta. Price Varies Depending on Choices Selected
Sauces
Marinara, Sun-Dried Tomato Alfredo, Roasted Garlic Alfredo, Alfredo, Roasted Red Pepper Cream Sauce, Pesto Cream Sauce
Garden Fresh Veggies
Sliced Mushrooms, Red & White Onion Pedals, Green Peppers, Matchstick Carrots, Broccoli Florets, Squash & Zucchini Coins, Grated Parmesan Cheese
Signature Protein Selections
Mini Italian Meatballs, Crumbled Sausage, Baby Shrimp, Grilled Julienne Cut Chicken, Parmesan Chicken Breast
Salad Selections
Traditional Caesar or Italian Mixed Greens Salad
Bread Selections
Garlic Toast, Asiago or Roasted Garlic Baguettes, Breadsticks and French Bread- Butter
Beverage List
Bottled Beer
- Domestic $3.75
- Imported $4.50
Regular Rail Pour
$3.75Soda
$1.75Soda All Night
- (per guest ) $1.25
- Max $300.00
Wine
Wedding Champagne
- Bottle $18.99
Non -Alcoholic Champagne
- Bottle $15.99
Domestic Keg Beer
15 gallons
- Keg $299.00
Alcohol Consumption
As the host of your event, you are partly responsible for the behavior of your guests. Please assist our staff in enforcing responsible behavior. Any expenses incurred while enforcing the following policies will be added to your bil
No liquor will knowingly be sold or consumed on The Great Blue Heron's premises by any person under legal drinking age.
Identification Cards will be requested of any person who may appear under age
No liquor will knowingly be sold to (or is to be consumed) on the premises by individuals who appear to be intoxicated.
If either of the above occurs
an appropriate staff member will proceed to tactfully correct the situation
If beverages are brought on premises
including in any vehicles, it will be taken away immediately
Service
Linen Service
Cloth linens are available upon request. The fee for this service is up to 1.50 per guest attending the event. (Napkins – $0.75) (Tablecloths – $0.75) Linen napkins are available in a variety of colors. Table linens are available in white, ivory or Black
Cake Service
There is a $50 cake charge for cutting and serving of cake at your event. This price includes the cleaning of all cake parts and cost of plates
Punch
Punch is available for any function. The price is $50 per bowl (bowl size is approximately 2 1/2 gallons). Punch Glasses are provided and included in this price
Deliveries
Please notify us of any and all deliveries for your event. All shipments must be labeled with your functions name and date. The Great Blue Heron is not responsible for any articles lost or left behind. Deliveries should be made between 8:30 am and 11:30 am
Music and Entertainment
We will gladly offer suggestions for your event. For Friday and Saturday night events, a band or DJ can play until 12:30 am. You or your DJ/band will be responsible to schedule a time for them to set up and will be responsible for notifying us of this time to insure that the door will be open for them at that time. Best times for set up are between 8:30 am and 11:30 am or any time after 3:00 pm. DJ/Band is also expected to take out all of their equipment the night of our event, unless other arrangements have been made with the Banquet Director
Decorations
We ask that you let us know when you will be decorating for your event. All decorations need to be cleared with The Great Blue Heron. We ask that you do not use any open-flame candles, crepe paper, confetti, or loose decorations smaller than a quarter in size. If any of the above is used there will be a $200 charge for clean up. Candles in an enclosure, such as a glass bowl, may be used. All decorations need to be taken down and removed the night of the event
Specific Room Reservations
We reserve the right to move your group to a room more appropriate or comparable in space due to an increase or decrease in your guest count
Rental Fees
Courtyard Rental (Off Site Reception) $300 plus cost of chairs. Courtyard Rental (On site reception) $100 plus cost of chairs. Projector Screen $25
Reservations, Deposits, and Billing
A $500 deposit must be made to reserve the banquet room for your date. This deposit is nonrefundable and non-transferable. The amount of $200 will be credited towards your final balance. Payment in full is required upon receipt of the bill unless other arrangements have been made. Your bill will state the number of meals for which you have been charged, as well as any other expenses incurred. If you exceed the final guarantee, the bill will be for the number of meals served
*Blue Heron Signature Entrees
The Experience You've Been Craving
Let us make your event special with thoughtful menu design, courteous staff and our personal touch. We are able to accommodate serving different formats for your event. Butler Passed Hors d' oeuvres, Plated Sit-Down Dinners, Buffets and Dessert Tables. This is one day you don't want to skimp on the food and is one of the most memorable parts of your wedding. Let us make it a delicious one
The Hors D' Oeuvres Myth
Some couples request a hors d' oeuvres only reception thinking it may be less expensive than a traditional dinner. This is not necessarily true. If the reception is held during a traditional dinner time (5 to 7) guests and their appetites will be ready for dinner, even if the invitation says otherwise. Individual hors d' oeuvres are more time consuming to prepare and in turn more costly than traditional buffet service. Ideal hors d' oeuvres reception times are afternoon (2 to 5) or late evening (7 to 10)
Styles of Service and Which is Right for You?
Semi Sit Down
A pleasant combination of a sit down meal and a traditional buffet. We often pair a pre-plated salad with water carafes and breadbasket with butter plate. We also will recommend the appropriate number of buffets for your guest count to minimize length of serving time and time it takes. Our goal is to have your guests served in less than 30 minutes
Plated
Plated dinners are the most formal and elegant service style in which every course is served to your guests. They are typically more expensive because of the increased labor needed to serve your guests in a timely manor. Our goal is under 20 minutes with this service style. A dual entrée (portions of two entrees, chicken and pork) is a great way to avoid having to compile orders from your guests on rsvp cards. It also helps with the speed and efficiency of dinner
Service
We take a limited number of events to ensure your event is properly taken care of. You receive the service of the ownership/ management as well as our best and most experienced serving staff. We get high praise from our past events for the thoughtfulness given to their guests
Tastings
The Great Blue Heron is Proud to Offer a Complimentary Tasting for up to Four Guests (Please call for Available Times)
Entrée Prices Include
Entrée, Potato, Vegetable, Salad & Bread Selections. Ask about our Signature Heart Shaped Wedding Chicken Entrees
Legendary Chicken Romano*
A Lightly Lemon-Peppered & Breaded Chicken Breast Served with Homemade Alfredo Sauce
Famous Home-Style Baked Chicken*
Fall off the Bone Moist & Tender Baked & Perfectly Seasoned Chicken
Parmesan-Encrusted Chicken*
Perfectly Seasoned Parmesan & Panko Encrusted Breaded Breast of Chicken, Herb Cream Sauce
Roast Beef
Slow Roasted Beef Accompanied by Blue Heron Au Jus, Classic Au Jus or Traditional Beef Gravy
Champagne Chicken
Lightly Seasoned & Breaded, Panko Encrusted Breast of Chicken, Creamy Shallot & Champagne Sauce
Chicken Marsala
Panko Encrusted Breast of Chicken, Sliced Mushrooms, Sun-Dried Tomatoes & Garlic Simmered in Marsala Cream Sauce
Boursin Chicken
Perfectly Seasoned Breaded Breast of Chicken, Garlic & Herb Boursin Cream Sauce
Minnesota Chicken
Breaded Chicken Breast- Blue Heron Signature Stuffing, Granny Smith Apple & Onion Cream Sauce
Stuffed Pork Loin
Pork Loin Rolled with Blue Heron Signature Stuffing, Maple Butter Cream Sauce
Porketta - Just like on the Iron Range
Filleted Pork Loin Stuffed with Fresh Italian Herbs, Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Sauce
Chicken Cordon Bleu
Panko Encrusted Hand Stuffed Breast of Chicken with Ham & Swiss Cheese, Supreme Sauce
Chef's Chicken Roulade
Stuffed Chicken Breast with Chopped Walnuts, Spinach, Asiago & Caramelized Onions, Asiago Cream Sauce
Chicken Breast A La Blue Heron
Stuffed Breast of Chicken- Mild Feta, Spinach & Wild Mushroom Blend, Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Sauce
Distinct Stuffed Chicken
Stuffed Breast of Chicken with Baby Spinach, Fontina Cheese & Prosciutto, Supreme Cream Sauce
Hunter's Chicken
Seared Breast of Chicken Topped with Sliced Mushrooms, Crumbled Bacon, Diced Onion, Garnished with Crumbled Blue Cheese Cream Sauce
Tuscan Chicken
Add $0.50. Prosciutto & Provolone Stuffed Breast of Chicken with Vodka Tomato Cream Sauce
Chicken Saltimbocca
Add $0.50. Provolone & Sage Stuffed Breast of Chicken Wrapped in Prosciutto with Lemon Sauce
Mediterranean Stuffed Chicken
Add $0.50. Olive Tapenade, Feta, Sun-Dried Tomatoes & Spinach Stuffed Breast of Chicken with Pesto Cream Sauce
Autumn Harvest Stuffed Chicken
Add $0.50. Smoked Gouda, Arugula, Diced Apples, Crumbled Bacon Finish with Syrah Wine Cream Sauce
Silver
Head Table
China, Flatware, Stemware, Table Linens, Linen Napkins, Table Linen Skirted Head Table & Plated Dinner
Guests
Chinette Disposable Plates, High Quality Disposable Flatware, Paper Napkins, Table Linens (Buffet Service for all Guests)
Beverage Station
with Lemon Ice Water & Coffee- Cream & Sugar (Disposable Cups)
Gold
Head Table
China, Flatware, Stemware, Table Linens, Linen Napkins, Table Linen Skirted Head Table & Plated Dinner
Guests
China, Flatware, Linen Napkins and Table Linens (Buffet Style Dinner)
Sliced Lemon or Cucumber Infused Ice Water & Coffee Beverage Station
Assorted Creamer & Sugar (Disposable Cups)
Platinum
Head Table
China, Flatware, Stemware, Table Linens, Linen Napkins, Table Linen Skirted Head Table & Plated Dinner
Guests
China, Flatware, Linen Napkins, Table Linens and Stemmed Glassware (Buffet Style Dinner)
Plated Salad
Basket of Bread & Whipped Butter Plate on each Table (Modified Style Buffet)
Two Lemon or Cucumber Ice Water Carafes on Each Table / Coffee Station
Assorted Creamers Sugar & China Coffee Cups
Premium Entrée Selections
*Dressing Available $1.25 Per Guest. *Shaped Chicken Entrees $1.25 Per Guest Plus Entrée Price
Texas Style Smoked Beef Brisket
Inquire About Price. Slow Smoked Beef Brisket, Signature BBQ Sauce
Roulade Eye of Round
Inquire About Price. Filleted & Stuffed with Blue Cheese & Sliced Shallots Accompanied by Blue Cheese Cream Sauce
10 0z. Pork Prime Rib
Country Wine Rubbed & Slow Roasted, Green Apple Mango Salsa
- Market
Certified Angus Beef Prime Rib*
Chef Carved, Perfectly Seasoned & Slow Roasted, Traditional Au Jus or Blue Heron Au Jus
- Market
Potato Selections
Garlic Mashed
Classic Mashed & Gravy
Rice Pilaf
Sliced Baby Reds
with Sautéed Peppers & Onions
Baked
with Sour Cream &Butter
Hidden Valley Ranch Mashed Potatoes
Boursin Cheese Whipped Potatoes
Smoked Gouda Dauphnoise Potatoes
doe-fin-wahz
Vermont White Cheddar Mashed Potatoes
Vegetable Selections
$1.50 Per Guest Extra
Amaretto Glazed Carrots or Glazed Baby Carrots
Parisian Carrots & Sugar Snap Pea Pods
Green Beans Almandine
Monoco Blend
Green & Yellow Beans with Baby Carrots
Cape Cod Blend
Yellow & Orange Carrots, Snap Peas & Green Peppers
Baby Carrots & Green Beans Tossed
with Fresh Chopped Parsley & Garlic
Green Beans
with Caramelized Shallots
Italian Blend- Green Beans, Diced Tomato & Tarragon
with Red Wine Vinegar
Asparagus
with Sautéed Mushrooms & Scallions
Bread Options
Served with Fresh Herb Garnished Butter Plate
Fresh Baked White & Wheat Cloverleaf Dinner Rolls
Butter Fluff Dinner Rolls
Assorted Petit Pain Dinner Rolls
10 grain, white, poppy seed
Asiago Encrusted Baguette
Roasted Garlic Infused Baguette
Fresh Baked Cranberry / Wild Rice Infused Baguette
Fresh Baked Wild Rice Baguette
Salad Selections
Fresh Seasonal Fruit Kabobs Brushed with Amaretto Coconut Glaze
Traditional Caesar Salad
Chopped Romaine, Parmesan Cheese, Home-Style Croutons and Creamy Caesar Dressing
House Salad
Fresh Mixed Greens, Roma Tomato Wedge, English Cucumber Slices, Croutons, Shredded Parmesan Cheese with Peppercorn Ranch Drizzle
Italian Style Salad
Fresh Mixed Greens, Red Onion Pedals, Banana Peppers, Parmesan Cheese, Roma Tomato Wedges, Croutons, Sliced Black Olives & Italian Vinaigrette
Strawberry Fields Salad
Variety of Fresh Mixed Greens, Sliced Strawberries, Crumbled Mild Feta, Toasted Slivered Almonds & Poppy Seed Dressing
Blue Heron Salad
Variety of Fresh Mixed Greens, Roasted Red Grapes, Glazed Walnuts, Crumbled Feta with Balsamic Vinaigrette
Cold Spring Salad
Fresh Mixed Greens, Roasted Corn, Fresh Cilantro, Sliced Olives, Diced Tomatoes, Red Onion, Avocado & Balsamic Vinaigrette
Berry Bliss Salad
Fresh Mixed Greens with Sliced Strawberries, Raspberries, Crumbled Feta & Raspberry Vinaigrette
Pomberry Salad
Fresh Mixed Green, Blueberries, Glazed Walnuts, Crumbled Feta & Pomegranate Vinaigrette
Autumn Harvest Salad
Fresh Mixed Green, Chopped Pears, Apples, Glazed Nuts, Feta with Maple Balsamic Vinaigrette
B.L.T Salad
Fresh Mixed Green, Crumbled Bacon, Roma Tomato Wedges, Parmesan Cheese, Croutons with Creamy Avocado Peppercorn Ranch
Younger Guest Options
Buffet is set-up on Just Right Kids Size Table
Plated Children's Dinner
Chicken Tenders, Hot Vegetable, Seasonal Fresh Fruit Wedges, BBQ Sauce, Ranch & Ketchup
- (Per Child Plus Fees) $9.00
Kids Buffet
Chicken Tenders, Mac-n-Cheese, Fresh Baby Carrots with Ranch, Seasonal Fresh Fruit Wedges
- (Per Child Plus Fees) $9.00
Other Options
Please Inquire about Pricing for Additional Entree Selections
Punch Bowl, Punch, Punch Cups & Napkins
- (Per Gallon) $20.00
Cake Cutting, Plates, Forks & Picked Up Through Buffet
No Charge (Served to Guests at Tables- $0.50 Per Guest)
Hot Sides to Select From
Bourbon Molasses Baked Beans
with Diced Flame Roasted Apples
Baby Red Potatoes
with Sautéed Peppers & Onions
Signature Cheesy Hash Browns
Corn on the Cob (Seasonal)
Oven Roasted Herb Seasoned Potatoes
Au Gratin or Scalloped Potatoes
Creamy Garlic Mashed
Homemade Mac-n-Cheese
Cold Sides to Select From
Price Varies Depending on Quantity of Sides, More Options Available
Summer Vegetable Pasta Salad
Creamy Coleslaw or Apple Slaw
Homemade Creamy Baby Red Potato Salad
Honeydew
Cantaloupe
Pineapple Wedges & Honeydew Fruit Wedges
Watermelon Wedges
Seasoned Kettle Chips
Corn Bread Muffins
with Honey Butter
White & Wheat Fresh Baked Hamburger or Dollar Buns
Creamy Cucumber Salad
Broccoli Raisin Salad
Classic Caesar Salad
Chopped BLT Salad
with Peppercorn Ranch
Garden Fresh Vegetable Display
with Peppercorn Ranch
Burger Bar
Price Varies Depending on Condiments & Sides Selected. Garden Fresh Condiment Display: Lettuce, Sliced Tomatoes, Onions & Pickles, BBQ Sauce, Ketchup, Mustard & Mayo; Specialty Condiments: Caramelized Onions, Sautéed Onions or Sautéed Mushrooms; Cheeses: Swiss, Cheddar, American, Provolone, Pepper Jack & Smoked Gouda
Grilled Burgers & Grilled Chicken Sandwiches
Pretzel Buns
Fresh Baked White & Wheat Hamburger Buns
Pasta Bar
$18 Per Guest
Penne Pasta Tossed
with Marinara & Homemade Mini Meatballs
Penne Pasta Tossed with Alfredo Sauce
Parmesan-Panko Encrusted Chicken Breast
*Blue Heron Signature Entrees
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General Info
Hours
Tuesday:
10:00pm - 5:00pm
Wednesday:
10:00pm - 5:00pm
Thursday:
10:00pm - 5:00pm
Friday:
10:00pm - 5:00pm
Saturday:
10:00pm - 5:00pm
About Us
Welcome to Blue Heron Restaurant we're a family owned super club and banquet hall in cold spring. a quit little town in the heart of beautiful central Minnesota. our established in like no other in the area, whether you are looking for a night out with the family. or a romantic dinner date with that special someone, the great Blue Heron is a perfect choice.