Banquet & Wedding
Lake Area Events
The Fruit Yard Lake Area events are served buffet style unless other arrangements are made in advance. There is an 18% service charge plus sales tax added to all bills.
Lake Area Setup Fee…$1000
Includes:
Up to 100 guests
each additional guest over 100 will be $10 per person
Chairs and Tables
round or long
Linen Cloths and Napkins
napkin color selection available
Ceremony and Reception Setup
Lawn Service and Cleanup Before and After the Event
All Outside Service is With Disposable Chinette Paper Products
Additional Information
A non-refundable deposit is required based on your setup fee.
50% of estimated charges are due 30 days in advance.
Bar service is available
Full well bar - a guaranteed $500 minimum
Beer & Wine Bar - a guaranteed $250 minimum
Items Available for Rental - Dance Floor, Aisle Runner, Arch, China Settings, Glass & Silverware, Punch Fountains, Kneeling Benches, Pillars, Tents & Awnings, Portable Restrooms
THE FRUIT YARD
7948 Yosemite Blvd. (At Geer & Albers)
Modesto, CA 95357
Restaurant: 209-527-0225
Office & Reservations: 209-577-3093
Fax: 209-577-0600
Lake Area Menu Selections
Thank you for choosing off our menu planner. If you have any special requests, it would be our pleasure to accommodate your needs.
The Classic…Mesquite BBQ $19 - Choose 3 of the following: our famous beans, sautéed vegetables, fresh cut green salad with dried fruits & nuts, potato salad, pasta salad, or seasonal fresh cut fruit. Includes garlic bread.
Choose 2 of the following entrées BBQ tri tip, BBQ quarter chicken, BBQ pork, BBQ beef ribs.
The Premier $24 - Choose 3 of the following: caesar salad, fresh cut green salad with dried fruit & nuts, potato salad, marinated mushroom salad, tomato cucumber & onion salad, or seasonal fresh cut fruit. Includes dinner rolls.
Choose 3 of the following rice pilaf, roasted red potatoes, sautéed vegetables, ravioli, vegetable or beef lasagna, chicken piccata, cordon bleu, steak strip stir fry, beef medallions, roast beef, fresh red snapper, white fish (seasonal), seasoned pork loin.
The Elite $34 - Dinner package includes choice of 3: caesar salad, fresh cut green salad with dried fruit & nuts, pasta salad, potato salad, marinated mushroom salad, tomato cucumber & onion salad, or seasonal fresh cut fruit. Includes dinner rolls.
Choose any 4 of the following: rice pilaf, roasted red potatoes, sautéed vegetables, ravioli, vegetable or beef lasagna, chicken piccata, cordon bleu, steak strip stir fry, beef medallion, roast beef, fresh halibut, fresh salmon, red snapper, white fish (seasonal), seasoned pork loin, prime rib, or New York steak.
Appetizers...Desserts...Beverages
A full assortment available to compliment your meal.
For your special occasion, The Fruit Yard invites you to our beautiful banquet rooms or our breathtaking Lake Area. Our extensive suggestion list will help to plan the special event. We will gladly consider any special food or accommodation request you may have. Our policies are designed to make your event carefree and easy.
A minimum of $250 in food and beverage per event is required in addition to an 18% service charge and sales tax. An additional $250 surcharge will be applied for an event period of more than five hours.
A $250 deposit is required before the event and will be deducted from your final bill the day of your event. The deposit is refundable only if cancellation is made no later than 30 days prior to your indoor event. There is a separate schedule for the Lake Area.
Meal selections must be given at least one week before your event. Your final person count per entree must be given three (3) days prior. We offer a 10% variance on your final guaranteed count. Example: If your guarantee is for 50 people and only 40 arrive for the event; then you will be charged for 45 people.
One bill will be issued for payment, which is to be paid at the end of your event. We accept: cash, approved checks and all major credit cards.
The Fruit Yard is located on Highway I-32 (7948 Yosemite Blvd. and Geer/Albers intersection), 8 miles east of downtown Modesto, 6 miles north of Turlock and 8 miles south of Oakdale. Our award winning facility is on 44 acres of fruit orchards. We look forward to your patronage.
Continental Breakfast
Only the Best Fresh Fruits, Croissants,
Danish, Muffins, Butter & Preserves,
Coffee, Tea or Fresh Juice.
Traditional Breakfast
Scrambled Eggs, Bacon and Sausage,
Country Fried Potatoes. Biscuits,
Butter & Preserves, Coffee or Tea.
New York Steak & Eggs
USDA Choice Aged New York Steak with Scrambled Eggs, Country Fried Potatoes, Biscuits and Preserves, Coffee or Tea.
KIDS MENU
Chicken Strips $6.99
Served with French Fries
Roast Beef Dinner $7.99
Served with Mashed Potatoes and Vegetables
Hamburger $6.99
1/3 Pound Beef Burger served on a Toasted Bun
Served with French Fries
Breakfast Buffet ( Minimum - 25 People)
Scrambled Eggs, Bacon & Sausage. Country Fried Potatoes, French Toast Sticks, Fresh Fruit, Muffins, Biscuits & Gravy, Butter & Preserves, Coffee or Tea.
French Toast
Six Triangles of Extra Thick French Toast dipped in rich egg batter and garnished with powdered sugar.
Served with Coffee or Tea.
Linguicia or Italian Sausage & Eggs
Scrambled Eggs, Country Fried Potatoes, Biscuits, Butter and Preserves, Served with Coffee or Tea.
BREAKFAST
Includes Coffee & Iced Tea
LUNCHEON SELECTIONS
Includes Coffee & Iced Tea
Chef Salad
Served with Turkey, Ham, Egg, Tomato, Cheddar Cheese and much more.
THE FRUIT YARD Fruit Bowl
Only the finest fruits with our special fruit dip. Coffee & Tea.
Prime Rib
Our specialty aged Midwestern corn-fed beef, served medium rare to medium.
Vegetable Plate
Fresh seasonal vegetables served with a baked potato.
Teriyaki Chicken
Boneless breast marinated in teriyaki sauce and charbroiled.
New York Steak
Aged choice, charbroiled to perfection
Spinach Salad with Bay Shrimp
Delicious Shrimp placed high on a bed of Spinach with chopped tomatoes, eggs, and our special dressing.
Soup & Sandwich
Our Homemade Soup with a choice of Ham, Turkey, Roast Beef, or Tuna on Sourdough Bread.
Lasagna
Straight from Mamma’s kitchen, served with garlic bread. Or a Vegetarian Style Lasagna also available.
Broiled Halibut
Delicious, fresh cut, served with lemon and tartar sauce.
Hot Roast Beef Lunch
Slow roasted, sliced Prime Roast of Beef. Topped with rich brown gravy.
LUNCHEON BUFFET
(Minimum Service - 30 People)
All Buffets Include:
Green Salad with Ranch and Italian Dressing, Fresh Seasonal Fruit Tray,
Pasta Salad, Potato Salad, Rolls, Coffee and Iced Tea
COLD BUFFET
Assorted Meat and Cheese Selections
Sliced Ham, Sliced Roast Beef, Sliced Salami, Sliced Turkey, American Cheese, Jack Cheese, Swiss Cheese, Condiments.
HOT BUFFET
Includes: Fresh Hot Vegetables & Rice or Roasted Red Potatoes
CHOOSE TWO OF THESE FOLLOWING SELECTIONS:
Pacific Red Snapper, Teriyaki Chicken, Sliced Prime Rib (Add $3), Fried Chicken, Steak Tips, Chicken Picatta, Portabella Mushroom Ravioli in Marinara Sauce, Roast Beef, Lasagna, Turkey with Dressing, Rigatoni with Alfredo. Pesto, or Marinara, Baked Ham.
DINNER
All items include: a dinner salad with Ranch Dressing, Fresh Fruit Garnish, Fresh Hot
Vegetables, Choice of Potato or Rice, Bread and Butter, Coffee or Iced Tea
Prime Rib
Our specially aged Midwestern corn-fed beef, served medium rare to medium.
Broiled Halibut
Delicious, fresh, cut and served with lemon and tarter sauce.
Hot Roast Beef
Slow roasted, sliced Prime roast of beef. Topped with rich brown gravy,
Sauteed Scampi
Large Gulf prawns, sautéed in butter, garlic, wine and scallions.
Filet Mignon
The best center cut of choice fully aged Midwestern corn-fed beef.
Lasagna
Straight from Mamma’s kitchen, served with garlic bread. Vegetarian Style also available.
Teriyaki Chicken
Boneless breasts of chicken marinated in teriyaki sauce and charbroiled.
New York Steak
Aged Choice and charbroiled to perfection.
Chicken Cordon Bleu
Boneless breast of chicken stuffed with ham and cheese.
Vegetable Plate
Fresh seasonal vegetables served with a baked potato.
Chicken Picatta
Boneless breast of chicken sautéed in butter, wine, and capers.
Steak & Ravioli
Straight from Mamma’s kitchen, served with garlic bread. Vegetarian Style also available.
DINNER BUFFET
(Minimum Service - 30 People)
All Buffets Include:
Green Salad with Ranch and Italian Dressing, Fresh Seasonal Fruit Tray,
Pasta Salad, Potato Salad, Rolls, Coffee and Iced Tea
COLD BUFFET
Assorted Meat and Cheese Selections
Sliced Ham, Sliced Roast Beef, Sliced Salami, Sliced Turkey, American Cheese, Jack Cheese, Swiss Cheese, Condiments.
HOT BUFFET
Includes: Fresh Hot Vegetables & Rice or Roasted Red Potatoes
CHOOSE TWO OF THESE FOLLOWING SELECTIONS:
Pacific Red Snapper, Teriyaki Chicken, Sliced Prime Rib (Add $3), Fried Chicken, Steak Tips, Chicken Picatta, Portabella Mushroom Ravioli in Marinara Sauce, Roast Beef, Lasagna, Turkey with Dressing, Rigatoni with Alfredo, Pesto, or Marinara, Baked Ham.
BEVERAGES
Coffee by the pot - (6 cups)
Orange Juice - (60 oz. pitcher)
Grapefruit Juice - (60 oz. pitcher)
Tomato Juice - (60 oz. pitcher)
Iced Tea - (60 oz. pitcher)
Soft Drink - (60 oz. pitcher)
Juice per glass
Milk per glass
Soft Drinks per glass
PUNCHES
Champagne Punch per gallon
Tropical Fruit Punch
WINES
House Wine per carafe
House Champagne
Sparkling Cider
Corkage fee per 750 ml bottle
SNACKS
Donuts per dozen
Danish per dozen
Croissants. Muffins per dozen
Cookies per dozen
DESSERTS
Cake per slice
Cheesecake per slice
Chocolate Mousse
Homemade Pie
Homemade Pie a la mode
Ice Cream or Sherbert
Chocolate Sundae
Cake cutting fee per slice
Decorated Sheetcakes/Wedding Cakes
BREAKFAST
Continental Breakfast
Breakfast Buffet- Minimum 25 people
Traditional Breakfast
French Toast
New York Steak & Eggs
The Fruit Yard Fruit Bowl
Linguicia or Italian Sausage & Eggs
LUNCHEON SELECTIONS
Added Dinner Salad to any entree
Prime Rib
The Fruit Yard Fruit Bowl
Chef Salad
Spinach Salad with Bay Shrimp
Soup & Sandwich
Teriyaki Breast of Chicken
Broiled Halibut
Roast Beef Lunch
Vegetable Plate
New York Steak
Lasagna
DINNER SELECTIONS
Prime Rib
Chicken Cordon Bleu
Chicken Picatta
Teriyaki Chicken
Sauteed Scampi
Broiled Halibut
Roast Beef
Vegetable Plate
New York Steak
Lasagna
Filet Mignon
Steak & Ravioli Combination
APPETIZERS
Priced Per Quantities of 50
Chicken Drummets
Spicy Buffalo Wings
Swedish Meatballs
Breaded Mushrooms
Jalapeño Poppers
Cocktail Franks in BBQ Sauce
Sauteed Vegetable
Ravioli in Marinara Sauce
TRAYS
To Accommodate 25 People
Fresh Fruit
Cheese. Salami & Crackers
Fresh Vegetables & Dip
Chips. Salsa & Guacamole
$250 Deposit Required. - All Prices Subject To An 18% Service Charge & Sales Tax. - All Prices Subject to Change.
KIDS BUFFET
Kids Cold Lunch Buffet $5.99
Kids Cold Dinner Buffet $6.99
Kids Hot Lunch Buffet $6.99
Kids Hot Dinner Buffet $8.99
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