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Large Party & Group Menus

When dining with a group of 15 or more people in the restaurant, we recommend one of our prix fixe menu options.

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    • Below please find your options for events/catering within the restaurant. Please keep in mind that these items are different than our Catering Department menus, which are for off-site events and events at The Lyceum. These items are only for events within the restaurant. All prices are + 19% service charge & applicable taxes.

    Happy Hour & Cocktail Receptions

    Menu options for Happy Hour gatherings and cocktail-style receptions.

    • Passed & Stations Appetizer Package

      Select three appetizer items for $20 pp or five for $26 pp. Service includes 90 minute reception; Additional charge for $10 and $13 per each additional hour of service. When restaurant is open (regular hours), staffing costs are included. When restaurant is not open regular hours and/or for full buyouts, staffing costs: $30 per hour per server/bartender min 4 hours | $50 per hour per chef/supervisor min 4 hours.

      3-App Package $20 - $26 per 5-App Package

    • Deluxe Reception Package

      In addition to all that is included in the Passed & Stations Appetizer Package, we add a bounty table of artisan cheeses, crackers, fruit, cured meats, dips, and garnishes. Select three appetizer items for $30 pp or five for $36 pp. Service includes 90 minute reception; Additional charge for $15 and $18 per each additional hour of service. When restaurant is open (regular hours), staffing costs are included. When restaurant is not open regular hours and/or for full buyouts, staffing costs: $30 per hour per server/bartender min 4 hours | $50 per hour per chef/supervisor min 4 hours.

      3-App Package $30 - $36 per 5-App Package

    Passed & Stationed Appetizer Options

    Available as part of packages or a la carte.

    • COLD APPETIZER CHOICES - Butlered or Plattered:

      dozen $36

    • Chicken Curry Salad Crostini

      sourdough crisp, dried cranberries, marcona almonds

      dozen $36

    • Chickpea Curry Salad Crostini

      sourdough crisp, dried cranberries, marcona almonds

      dozen $36

      vegan

    • Steak & Fig Crostini

      sliced sirloin steak, blue cheese crumbles, fig jam, arugula, balsamic reduction, pickled onions, sourdough crostini

      dozen $36

    • Seasonal Hummus

      Either served on a platter with crudite vegetables & tortilla chips or as inidvidual cups with crudite vegetables

      dozen $36 - $36 per platter (serves 12)

      vegetarian

    • Avocado Toast Bites

      crushed avocado, pico de gallo, queso fresco, pickled onions, sourdough crisp

      dozen $36

      vegetarian

    • Smoked Salmon Toast Bites

      smoked salmon, sourdough, garlic herb cream spread, everything bagel seasoning

      dozen $36

    • HOT APPETIZER CHOCIES - Butlered or Passed

      dozen $44

    • Crispy Brussel Sprouts

      crispy fried brussels sprouts, tamari soy caramel, crushed marcona almonds

      dozen (cups) $44 - $44 per chafing dish

      vegetarian

    • Shrimp Oreganato Skewers

      iron skillet seared shrimp, mexican oregano, garlic, orange butter

      dozen $44

    • Smash Burger Sliders

      all-beef patty, cheddar cheese, special sauce, pickle

      dozen $44

    • Holy Mole Chicken Sliders

      grilleed chicken, mole BBQ sauce, cheddar cheese, cripsy onions

      dz $44

    • Mini Tacos

      one choice of chicken, fish, or mushroom (for packages); minimum of 1 dz each a la carte. Served with cilantro, white onions, salsa rojas

      dozen $44

      vegan option

    • Chipotle-glazed Braised Beef Shoulder Bites

      crispy grit cake

      dz $44

    • Mushroom Empanadas

      wild mushrooms, caramelized onions, plant-based garlic herb spread, truffle mayo dip (vegan mayo)

      dozen $44

      vegan

    • Mushroom Toast Bites

      seared mushrooms, garlic herb spread, greens, sourdough crisps

      dozen $44

    • Crispy Chicken Bites

      with seasonal dipping sauce

      dozen $44

      Fall - Pumpkin Tomato Sauce

      Winter - Roasted Tomato Sauce

      Spring - Creamy Pesto Sauce

      Summer - Aji Verde Sauce

    • Mini Plant-Based "Crab" Cakes

      nori, chickpea, artichoke cakes, preserved lemon & furikake aioli

      dozen $44

      vegan

    • CHICKEN WINGS

      a la carte - not available as part of packages

      24 ea $36 - $68 per 48 ea

      Traditional Buffalo Sauce

      Aji Verde Sauce

      Mole BBQ Sauce

      FxF Dry Rub

    • RAW BAR

      Only available ala carte, not as part of packages. All served with lemon and FxF cocktail sauce.

      set up fee $50

      Oysters on the Half Shell - 50 count $150

      Clams on the Half Shell (Little Necks or Cherry Stones) - 50 count $125

      Large Shrimp Cocktail - 30 each $90

    Event & Large Group Lunch & Dinner Buffets

    For buffet options for groups of 20-60 people. Larger groups should consider The Lyceum (up to 150 ppl) or Full Restauant Buyout Options. For seated meal options for large groups (15-30), please see our Prix Fixe Menu Options.

    • Two Entree Lunch or Dinner Buffet

      Choose 2 entrees from: Beef Shoulder, Chicken Milanese, Bronzed Salmon, Vegan Ravioli | Choose 2 sides: Seasonal Grits, Roasted Potatoes, Mashed Potatoes, Warm Farro Salad, Roasted Carrots, Broccolini | Choose 1 salad: Market Salad or Garden Salad | Comes w/Cookie & Brownie Platter | Ask about additional dessert options. Package includes soft drinks.

      LUNCH, per person $36 - $46 per DINNER, per person

    • Light Lunch/Dinner Buffet

      Choose 1 Entree Salad: Street Corn, Harvest Cobb, Market | + Seasonal Hummus Platter w/Crudites & Chips | + Sandwich Platter: (cut in half) Curry Chicken or Chickpea Curry; Holy Mole Chicken; Mushroom Banh Mi | + Pickles, Potato Chips, Slaw | + Cookie Platter

      LUNCH per person $28 - $38 per DINNER per person

    Breakfast Options

    • ALL AMERICAN BREAKFAST

      scrambled eggs, home fries, fruit salad, mini pastries, mixed berries, vanilla yogurt, house made granola choice of a protein: applewood smoked bacon, vegan plant-based bacon

      $18 per person

    • LIGHT BREAKFAST

      quiche, mini muffins, fruit salad, mixed berries, vanilla yogurt, house made granola, juices, coffee & tea service

      $16 per person

    • BREAKFAST SANDWICHES

      Our NY-style Bacon, Egg & Cheese + Egg & Cheese + Vegan Egg Sandwiches. Served with fresh fruit salad, coffee & tea service, assorted juices.

      $15 per person

    • CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST

      assorted pastries, mixed berries, fruit salad, vanilla yogurt, granola, juices, coffee & tea service

      $13.95 per person

    • MORNING HOSPITALITY

      coffee & tea service, assorted juices, water service

      $7.95 per person

    Bar & Beverage Packages

    • Drink Tickets - well drinks, beer, house wine

      per ticket purchased $10

    • Upscale Drink Tickets - cocktails, beer, wine by the glass list

      Excludes certain premium liquors and wines.

      per ticket purchased $14

    • Basic Bar Package

      well drinks, beer, house wine -- includes 90 minutes of service for a cocktail party and dinner service for buffet or sit-down dinners. Additional 1 hour of service - +$8 per person per hour

      per person $24

    • Full Open Bar

      includes cocktails, beers, full wine by the glass menu. Some premium liquors and wine by the bottle options excluded. Includes 90 minutes of service for cocktail reception. Each additional hour is +$12/per person per hour. This package can also be purchased for buffet and sit down dinners.

      per person $36

    • Specialty Coffee & Espresso Bar

      Available during BREAKFAST and BRUNCH service only. Either drink tickets or open service for 90 minues. (Additional hours of service is +7/per person per hour)

      per ticket purchased $5 - $15 per per person

    • Brunch Cocktail Package

      Bloody Mary's & Mimosas only. Available as a ticket or service for 90 minutes. Additional hours are $9/per person per hour.

      per ticket purchased $10 - $18 per per person

    Cash Bar and Consumpton Bar is also available for events. No staffing or set-up charge during regular hours. If event is during non-operating hours, bar set up fee is $150 and staffing is $30/bartender per hour (min 4 hours).

    All prices are plus 19% equity & compensation service charge and CT sales tax. Additional tipping is never expected, always appreciated. Food and Beverage Minimums will apply to semi-private and private events, full room or restaurant buyouts, and special events scheduled for non-operating hours.

    When dining as a large party of 15 people or more in the restaurant, we recommend a Prix Fixe Menu for you and your guests. We find that it makes the whole dining experience more enjoyable for everyone. These menus are only available in the restaurant.

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    When dining as a large party of 15 people or more in the restaurant, we recommend a Prix Fixe Menu for you and your guests. We find that it makes the whole dining experience more enjoyable for everyone. These menus are only available in the restaurant.

    Download PDF

    When dining as a large party of 15 people or more in the restaurant, we recommend a Prix Fixe Menu for you and your guests. We find that it makes the whole dining experience more enjoyable for everyone. These menus are only available in the restaurant.

    Download PDF

    We are happy to accommodate and welcome your large groups to Fire by Forge.

    To ensure the best experience possible for you and your party, as well as other guests in the restaurant, please be aware of the following:

    • For parties of 8 or more, please call for reservations or email info@firebyforge.com
    • At Breakfast, large groups can either order from the menu or choose one of our "Backroom Breakfast Packages". This is a perfect option for business meetings and larger Gatherings.
    • At Lunch or Dinner, all parties of 15 or more will need to order from one of our Prix Fixe Menus.
    • At Brunch, all parties of 15 or more will need to order our Family-Style Brunch offering.
    • For parties of 25 or more for any meal period, you have the option of a semi-private buy-out at the restaurant, a fully private buy-out at the restaurant, or a fully private event at The Lyceum, handled by our catering team. There are different food and beverage purchase minimums for semi-private and private events at the restaurant, determined by the day of week and meal period.
    • We offer several large group happy hour options at the restaurant. Please ask us for details.
    • All large parties require a non-refundable deposit when making your reservation.
    • We are unable to split checks or provide individual checks for more than 4 people in your group. 

    In addition to the restaurant, we offer full-service catering at The Lyceum, and venue of your choice, or your home or office. Please let us know how we can help plan your next great event!

    Thank you!

    Justin Morales

    General Manager, Fire by Forge

    Director of Business Operations, Forge City Works

    To promote fair compensation, we apply a 19% "Benefits & Compensation Service Charge" to every guest check. This charge is divided into a 5% direct revenue share with our staff, and a 13% contribution to boost base wages and provide benefits. The charge is entirely dedicated to employee compensation and benefits, allowing us to maintain a sustainable business model while providing above-standard compensation. This system also helps balance wages between customer-facing and kitchen staff.

    We call this charge "Benefits and Equity" as it directly supports our employees. The charge contributes to a base hourly wage that exceeds minimum wage, a 5% daily revenue share among hourly team members, paid time off, medical benefits, a retirement plan, life insurance, short-term disability insurance, financial management tools, and access to an employee assistance program. Additionally, 1% of the charge is set aside for an "Employee Assistance Fund" to help employees facing unexpected financial emergencies.

    Traditionally, restaurants in the United States have relied on customer tipping to supplement the wages of customer-facing service staff. However, this system can perpetuate gender and racial bias. The revenue from our "B&E" charge allows us to maintain market prices while creating a more equitable compensation model.

    While we believe tipping is not the best model for our business, we recognize that many in the industry consider it important. We have retained the tip line for customers who wish to voluntarily add a gratuity to recognize exceptional service.

    If you are unhappy with your dining experience, please speak to a manager on duty. Your feedback is important in teaching and training our staff, and we want to make your experience right.

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