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Childers Banquet & Catering's approach is unique to Peoria catering companies. Starting in the food industry as Childers Eatery for over 45 years, we have evolved into a diverse and multifaceted catering services and banquet hall company.
We offer our clients personalized menus and chef inspired cuisine. Our team of professional coordinators and creative culinary staff will ensure your vision is executed to perfection.
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Childers Banquet Center
3113 N Dries Ln, Peoria, IL 61604
Childers Eatery - Junction City
5805 N. Humboldt Ave. Suite #5, Peoria, IL 61604
Childers Eatery @ Junction City can accommodate up to 175 guests indoor and an additional 75 guests with our covered outdoor patio. Childers Eatery @ Junction City also has four 10 ft. French door openings to bring your outdoor guests to the party.
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Menus
Breakfast
Childers offers the right amount of mouth-watering breakfast items with selections that will keep your crowd energized and alert, from seasonal fruit and yogurt parfaits to freshly baked pastries and homemade breakfast casseroles.
Egg Breakfast Buffets
Express Egg Breakfast
Scrambled eggs with cheese, seasoned potatoes, fresh fruit, fresh baked goods, orange juice, and coffee service.
$8
Deluxe Egg Breakfast Combo
Scrambled eggs with cheese, seasoned potatoes, applewood smoked bacon, sausage links, cured ham, assorted fresh baked goods, fresh fruit platter, orange juice, and coffee.
$11
Southern Style Buffet
Seasonal fresh fruit display, fresh baked breakfast goods, scrambled eggs with cheese, seasoned potatoes, freshly baked buttermilk biscuits & sausage gravy, orange juice and coffee service.
$10
Breakfast Sandwiches
Your choice of bacon, sausage or ham on an English muffin with egg and melted American cheese, served with fresh fruit, crispy seasoned potatoes, coffee, and orange juice service. Ask our catering manager for individual packaging.
$8
Build-Your-Own Griddle Specialty
Your choice of French toast, pancakes or Belgium waffles with assorted fruit toppings, assorted nuts, whipped cream, butter, and maple syrup. Served with seasoned potatoes, orange juice, and coffee service.
$6
Egg Strata
This common brunch casserole is made using a mixture of eggs, bread and your choice of ingredients. This dish is then baked to perfection and served with seasoned potatoes, fresh fruit, as well as coffee and orange juice.
$9
Vegetarian
Spinach, broccoli, mushroom, green onions, pepper medley, Roma tomatoes, asparagus, roasted garlic, and tangy goat cheese
Basic Meat Combo
Sausage, bacon, ham and American cheese
Denver
Southwestern
Chorizo, sweet pepper medley, Monterey jack cheese, topped with Pico de Gallo and smoky Chipotle sauce
Supremo
Sausage, bacon, ham, sweet bell peppers, mushroom, Roma tomato, green onion and American cheese
Fresh Baked Goods
Continental Breakfast
A selection of freshly baked breakfast pastries, bread, muffins, and rolls served with orange juice and coffee service.
$7
VIP Continental
A selection of our freshly baked goods, fresh cut seasonal fruit colorfully arranged on a platter, served with orange juice and coffee.
$7
Healthy Morning
This buffet option includes a fresh fruit display, fresh baked goods, assorted yogurts, build-your-own homemade granola & oatmeal bar, assorted yogurts, orange juice, and coffee service.
$7
On-Site Breakfast Station
Our on-site stations bring our renowned breakfast quality right to you. We provide on-site staff to create your breakfast creations to order or to add a personal touch to your breakfast spread. Call sales manager for pricing information.
Omelet
Our omelet fillings include bacon, sausage, ham, peppers, green onions, Roma tomatoes, mushrooms, and assorted cheeses.
Waffle Station
Hot off the griddle, top your Belgian waffle with assorted fruits, nuts, and toppings, served with whipped butter and maple syrup.
Carving Station
Choose a carving station to add to your breakfast spread, options include prime rib, roast beef, smoked ham, and roasted turkey.
Lunch
From “out of the box” boxed lunches to gourmet luncheon buffets, Childers can provide everything for a quick on-the-go meeting break to a leisurely build your own baked potato or chili bar. We guarantee we will treat each event, no matter how large or small, simple or elegant, as truly something special.
Cold Sandwiches
All cold sandwich options can be served buffet or individually packaged (add 1.00). All cold sandwiches are served with house made Ranch chips, fresh fruit, dessert, mayonnaise and mustard
Classic Deli Sandwiches 8
Served on wheatberry bread, sourdough bread, or sundried tomato wrap; with lettuce, tomato and red onion. Upgrade any sandwiches with your choice of gourmet bread for 1.00. Tossed Midwest or pasta salad, 2 per person.
Roasted Turkey & Cheddar
Smoked Ham & Swiss
Chicken Salad
Tuna Salad
Veggie Delight W/ Balsamic Glaze
Roast Beef Provolone
B.L.T.
Luncheon Buffets
All of our luncheon buffets are served in provided equipment and with appropriate utensils.
Home Style Meatloaf
Our house made meatloaf stacked with fried onions and zesty tomato sauce served with mashed potatoes & gravy and corn on the cob.
$13
Smoked Brisket Or Pulled Pork
Spice rubbed and smoked beef brisket with house-made BBQ sauce served with baked sweet potatoes and southern style green beans with onion and bacon.
$12
Smoked BBQ Baby Back Ribs
House-made BBQ sauce glazed over smoked baby back ribs, served with mashed sweet potatoes and honey glazed carrots
$15
Vegetable Or Beef Lasagna
House-made with layers of tender pasta sheets, meat sauce, and three cheese served with garlic bread, roasted squash medley and Caesar salad.
$10
Spice Rubbed Flank Steak
Served with mushroom demi glaze, roasted rosemary red potatoes, and sautéed spinach and mushrooms.
$15
Roasted Chicken
Bone-in chicken, marinated in garlic and herbs, served with jus lie, warm quinoa salad, and vegetable medley.
$11
Pan Seared Salmon
Citrus beurre blanc, garlic, white wine, and grilled asparagus.
$14
Grilled Sirloin
Topped with red wine onion marmalade, served with twice baked potato and asparagus
$15
Grilled Chicken And Italian Sausage Pasta
Al dente pasta tossed with grilled chicken, Italian sausage, mushrooms, spinach, peppers, tomatoes, and onions in white wine sauce, served with garlic bread sticks, and Caesar salad.
$10
Braised Pot Roast
Top sirloin simmered in a rich dark beer stock, served with caramelized root vegetables and garlic mashed potatoes.
$12
Southern Fried Carfish
Fried catfish garnished with lemon wedges and classic tartar sauce accompanied with hushpuppies, baked potato, and coleslaw
$10
Parmesan Encrusted Chicken
Crisp panko Parmesan breaded chicken with a pesto white wine cream sauce, paired with orzo risotto and sautéed sugar snap peas.
$12
Fried Chicken
Juice deep fried bone-in chicken served with southern style green beans and creamy macaroni & cheese.
$11
Soup Option
Our chef-inspired soups are served with oyster crackers and by the gallon (12-14 individuals). Soup options are served buffet style in provided equipment and appropriate utensils. 24/per gallon
Ham & Bean
Broccoli Cheese
Chicken Noodles
Clam Chowders
Cream of Potato with Bacon
Lobster Bisque
Italian Wedding
Minestrone
Wisconsin Cheese
Build-Your-Own Bar Options
These options provide your group with the versatility to compliment any taste. Allow your guests to create their own specialty!
Baked Potato Bar
Idaho baked potatoes teamed up with applewood bacon bits, green onions, steamed broccoli, shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, and butter.
$7
Chili Bar
Our signature homemade chocolate chili with jalapenos, sour cream, shredded cheddar, green onions, oyster crackers, and sour cream.
$7
Soup Bar
Your choice of three chef-inspired soups.
$7
Salad Bar
Mixed spring greens with julienned carrot, red onions, cucumbers, shredded cheddar, bacon bits, smoked ham, roasted turkey, hard boiled egg, broccoli florets, cucumbers, Roma tomatoes, garlic herb croutons and your choice of three dressings.
$9
Taco Bar
Seasoned ground beef and shredded chicken with soft flour tortillas and hard corn taco shells, toppings include shredded lettuce, shredded cheese, Roma tomatoes, sour cream, and salsa.
$10
Deli Tray
Roast beef, smoked ham, roasted turkey, cheddar, swiss, provolone, pickle, tomato, and onion served with assorted bread.
Gourmet Deli Sandwiches 9
Clubbin' Turkey
A signature classic sandwich including roasted turkey, smoked ham, bacon, cucumber, Roma tomatoes, lettuce, mayonnaise, and cheddar cheese all wedged in wheat berry and sourdough bread.
Italian Ciabatta
Smoked ham, prosciutto, Genoa salami, Capicola ham, provolone, Roma tomatoes, spring greens, red onion served on a ciabatta bun.
Curry Cran-Apple Chicken Salad Wrap
Roasted chicken teamed up with craisins, Fuji apples, toasted nuts, blue cheese, celery, and onion tossed in orange curry mayo with avocado, cucumber, lettuce, and Roma tomatoes rolled up in a sundried tomato wrap.
Mediterranean Chicken Pita Pocket
Chicken, roasted garlic hummus, tabbouleh and a cucumber sour cream sauce stuffed in a pita pocket.
Roast Beef & Horseradish Chive Cheddar
Tender roast beef, red onion, horseradish & chive cheddar cheese, Roma tomatoes and spring greens on a pretzel roll.
Lemon Dill Tuna Salad
Our signature albacore tuna salad with fresh lemon and dill topped with Roma tomatoes, red onion, spring greens and served on rosemary focaccia.
Ham And Gouda
Shaved ham and smoky Gouda with caramelized apples & onions. Served with dark ale mustard on a sundried tomato focaccia roll.
Veggie Club
A grilled balsamic portobello mushroom combined with spinach, arugula, Roma tomato, red onion, roasted red pepper, hummus, and tangy goat cheese wrapped in a sundried tomato wrap
Signature Salad Entrees
All of our signature salad entrees can be served buffet, plated or individually packaged (add 1.00). All salad entrées served with rosemary focaccia.
Chicken or Smoked Salmon Caesar
Romaine lettuce topped with grilled herb chicken, shredded aged Parmesan, grape tomatoes, capers, garlic cheese croutons, and classic Caesar dressing.
$9
B.L.T. Wedge
An iceberg lettuce wedge topped with chopped bacon, Bleu cheese crumbles, grape tomatoes, thinly sliced red onion, and creamy bleu cheese Gorgonzola dressing.
$9
Cobb Salad
Fresh spring greens with roasted turkey, applewood smoked bacon, avocado, green onion, Roma tomatoes, hardboiled egg, creamy blue cheese, and tangy French dressing.
$8
Spinach, Arugula and Berries
Fresh spinach and arugula topped with seasonal berries, goat cheese, toasted nuts, sweet red onion, and raspberry vinaigrette.
$7
Greek Salad
Mixed spring lettuce mix topped with a traditional Greek salad including sweet red & green pepper, red onion, Roma tomatoes, Kalamata olives, cucumbers, Feta cheese and fresh parsley with a Mediterranean Feta dressing.
$7
Italian Chop Salad
Prosciutto, Genoa Salami, Capicola Ham, sundried tomatoes, roasted red peppers, artichoke hearts, cucumbers, capers, artichoke hearts, red onion, Kalamata olives, and fresh mozzarella cheese with Italian vinaigrette and resting on a bed of mixed greens.
$8
Fuji Apple Kale Salad
Shredded kale paired with blueberry pomegranate vinaigrette topped with Fuji apple slices, blue cheese, red onion, toasted nuts, raisins, and creamy avocado.
$8
Roasted Beet & Goat Cheese
Roasted beets, grapefruit & orange Supremes, toasted nuts, red onion, creamy avocado, and tangy goat cheese paired with white balsamic vinaigrette on a bed of mixed greens.
$7
Chicken Santa Fe Salad
Grilled herb chicken accompanied with black beans, shredded cheddar, and Monterey Jack cheese, Pico de Gallo, crushed tri-color tortilla chips, avocado and served with either sour cream & salsa or buttermilk ranch on a bed of spring greens.
$9
Tossed Midwest Salad
A bed of spring greens topped with red onion, julienne carrots, Roma tomatoes, cucumber, garlic cheese croutons, and broccoli florets served with choice of dressings.
$6
Broccoli Salad
Broccoli florets tossed in a honey Dijon dressing with red onion, craisins, toasted nuts, and applewood smoked bacon.
$6
Pasta Salad
Tender pasta paired with seasonal veggies, meats, and cheeses, tossed in a zesty vinaigrette.
$6
Hot Sandwiches
All of our hot sandwich options are served buffet style in provided equipment with appropriate utensils. All hot sandwiches are served with house made Ranch chips, fresh fruit, and dessert.
Classic Hot Sandwiches 10
Black-Angus Cheeseburger
House Smoked BBQ Beef, Pulled Pork Or Chicken
Italian Meatball Sub
Italian Beef
Black Bean Burger
Grilled Chicken Breast
Bourbon, Jamaican Jerk, Pesto, Lemon Pepper
Dessert Option
Cookie Platter
$1
Brownie Platter
$1
Assorted Dessert Bars
$3
Sheet Cake
$2
Assorted Cheesecake
$3
Hors d'Oeuvres
Hors d’oeuvres parties are a fun and elegant way to provide your guests with an array of delectable choices in a presentation that’s (almost) too beautiful to eat! Go casual with wings, sliders, spinach & artichoke dip, and veggies or get fancy with olive tapenade & goat cheese crostinis, coconut tempura shrimp and bacon wrapped scallops. Carving stations are also available.
Ala Carte Hors D’oeuvres
50 pieces per selection
Frank-In-A-Blanket
An all-American favorite! A party isn’t complete without pigs in a blankeAll-beef kosher cocktail frankfurter wrapped in flaky puff pastry and served with appropriate condiments.
$45
Mini Beef Ir Chicken Wellington
A classic hors d’oeuvres with tender beef or chicken and succulent mushroom duxelle, seasoned with wine spices and wrapped in a puff pastry dome.
$110
Chicken Hatch Chili Street Tacos
Street tacos made with hatch green chili and cheddar and American cheeses with a little heat from jalapeños or a four-cheese queso and pepper blend. Accompanied by sour cream and salsa
$80
Pork Or Vegetable Egg Roll
Drizzled with traditional sweet & sour sauce.
$40
Mini Assorted Paninis
An assortment of grilled Paninis including classic Italian caprese roasted turkey pesto club and smoked brisket with caramelized onions and horseradish sauce.
$75
Mini Maryland Crab Cakes
A Maryland favorite topped with a traditional Remoulade sauce.
$90
Stuffed Mushrooms
Crab or sausage stuffed Cremini mushrooms.
$50
Coconut Shrimp
Served with sweet Thai chili sauce.
$50
Bacon-Wrapped Scallops
A classic hors d’oeuvres selection! A tender seasoned scallop wrapped in a slice of meaty bacon.
$125
Chicken Quesadilla Cone
Ole! A thin soft flour tortilla shell folded into a cone shape around a mildly spicy mixture of chicken breast meat, cheese, jalapeños, peppers, onions, cilantro, and other Mexican seasonings. Served with sour cream and salsa.
$75
Italian Parmesan Or Jalapeno Cheddar Meatballs
Tender meatball served Swedish white sauce, Italian marinara or BBQ style.
$45
Chicken Buffalo Or Beef & Manchego Cheese Empanada
Mini empanadas filled with grilled chicken, blended with buffalo sauce, celery, and blue cheese or sirloin steak strips, quesadilla cheese, red peppers and hint of cilantro.
$90
Gourmet Slider Sandwiches
Choose from Angus burger, grilled chicken breast, smoked brisket or pulled pork accompanied with all the appropriate fixings.
$75
Asparagus & Asiago In Phyllo
Flaky Phyllo dough folded around a tender asparagus spear and sweet Asiago cheese.
$60
Beef Hibachi Skewer
Thinly sliced teriyaki-glazed beef rolled around fresh green and red peppers, onions, jalapeños, and cheese all married together on a skewer and drizzled with Ancho Chipotle sauce.
$100
Thai Chicken Satay
Moist oven roasted chicken marinated with Thai Peanut Sauce on a skewer.
$95
Brie Raspberry En Croute Phyllo
Sweet and nutty! Brie cheese, raspberry jam, and almonds wrapped in a light, flaky Phyllo dough roll.
$110
Artichoke Tart
An appetizer with a Mediterranean flair! A bite-sized, tulip-edged tartlet shell filled with vegetables and cheese, including diced artichoke, mushrooms, tomatoes, and red onions blended with feta and mozzarella cheeses and garnished with a rosette of potato and egg mousse.
$60
Bacon-Wrapped Water Chestnut Or Rumaki
Bacon-wrapped crisp water chestnut with a bourbon brown sugar rub.
$85
Smoked Chicken Wings
Lightly smoked and fried crisp jumbo chicken wings glazed with either barbecue, buffalo or sweet Thai chili sauce and served with buttermilk ranch
$50
Potato Skins
Fried potato skins topped with queso cheese, green onions, and bacon. Served with sour cream and salsa.
$50
Mushroom Duxelle
Mini tart shell with a creamy wild mushroom filling with fresh tarragon and chives.
$95
BBQ Smoke Little Sausages
Mini smoked sausages in a smokey sweet BBQ sauce.
$45
Sweet Hors D’oeuvres
50 pieces per selection
Chocolate-Dipped Strawberries
Dipped in assorted chocolates and rolled in toppings.
$50
Key Lime Tarts
Mini tart made with real key lime juice, creamy custard, inside a graham cracker cookie crust and topped with a streusel topping.
$35
Mini Cheesecake Bites
This delicious assortment of mini cheesecakes includes chocolate cappuccino, silk tuxedo, vanilla, chocolate chip, lemon raspberry and Amaretto almond.
$80
Assorted Petit Fours
An assortment of petit fours including chocolate brownie bite, red velvet, carrot cake, and truffle bonbon will satisfy even the most discriminating tastes.
$70
Assorted Macaroons
Venezuelan chocolate, orange lemonade, toasted pistachio, vanilla latte, passion fruit, and strawberry fields.
$85
Cake Pops
Chocolate cake enrobed in dark chocolate coating covered with chocolate sprinkles and white cake enrobed in white chocolate coating with rainbow sprinkles.
$80
Brownie Bites
Graham cracker breaded brownie pieces.
$50
Assorted Dessert Bars
Seven layer mount caramel oatmeal, raspberry rhapsody and lemon dessert bar triangles.
$40
New York Style Bavarian Eclairs
Cream puffs filled with light Bavarian custard cream and topped with rich chocolate.
$50
Wild Berry Tart Dessert
Flaky tart shell with a wild sweet berry mix filling served with whipped cream.
$90
Cold Hors D’oeuvres
50 pieces per selection
Poached Tiger Shrimp Cocktail
Served with a tangy cocktail sauce and citrus wedges.
$75
Antipasto Skewers
Italian herb marinated sun-dried tomato, fresh mozzarella, quartered artichoke hearts, roasted red pepper, and a pitted Kalamata olive elegantly arranged on a knotted bamboo skewer and drizzled with balsamic reduction.
$110
Salad Lettuce Cup
Chicken, tuna or crab salad served in a butter bibb lettuce cup.
$50
Smoked Salmon Canape
Cold smoked salmon, cherry tomato and cucumber served on a crostini with lemon dill cream cheese.
$55
Assorted Petite Deli Sandwiches
An assortment of deli meats, cheeses, veggies, and appropriate condiments.
$45
Oyster Bar
Served on the half shell with citrus wedges and horseradish.
$95
Traditional Caprese Crostinis
Roma tomato, basil, and fresh mozzarella drizzled with balsamic reduction and olive oil served on a crostini.
$30
Pinwheels Wraps
Assorted deli meats wrapped in spinach and/or sundried tomato basil wraps with cheese and veggies.
$40
Assorted Mini Canapes
An assortment of ripe olive tapenade, marinated artichoke delight, blue gems, tuna and cheese mousse, American cheese decor and salmon pinwheels perfectly assembled one bite canapes.
$120
Olive Tapenade & Goat Cheese Crostini
Oven baked crostinis topped with tangy goat cheese, roasted red pepper and house made tapenade with a chiffonade of fresh basil.
$40
Platter Hors D’oeuvres
Serves 25 individuals
Seasonal Vegetables Crudites
A combination of seasonal vegetables served with housemade dip.
$29
Seasonal Sliced Fruit Display
A combination of seasonal sliced fruit served with a sweet vanilla cream cheese dip.
$30
Gourmet Cheese Display
Featuring international and domestic cheeses with artisan crackers.
$35
Caprese Salad Display
Sliced fresh mozzarella, tomatoes and basil topped with a balsamic glaze and olive oil.
Antipasto Display
A colorful arrangement of artichoke hearts, mozzarella cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, olives, and salami generously brushed with herbed oil.
$35
Hummus
Roasted garlic and red pepper hummus served with pita chips.
$30
Spinach Artichoke Dip
A delicious combination of spinach, artichoke hearts, and Parmesan in a rich, flavorful cream sauce.
$35
Cheese Fondue Display
A four cheese blend served with assorted vegetables and bread for dipping.
$130
Sushi Bar (Seasonal Price)
A combination of classic sushi rolls served with soy sauce, wasabi, and pickled ginger.
Tomato Bruschetta
Traditional tomato bruschetta with fresh Roma tomatoes, basil, and onions all marinated with olive oil and balsamic vinegar and served with Parmesan cheese crostinis.
$25
Latin Trio
Black bean corn salsa, guacamole, and pico de gallo served with tricolor tortilla chips.
$30
Plated Dinner
What’s the one topic that’s always talked about after a large business dinner, wedding reception or catered special event? The food, of course. And you’ll get nothing but rave reviews with Childers. We’ve taken our most delicious specialties and adapted them to feed a crowd without losing that artful presentation we’re famous for. With dozens of entrée choices and salad options, you’re sure to please every palate in the room.
Signature Salads
Select one accompanied with dinner.
Midwest Salad
A bed of spring greens topped with red onion, julienne carrots, Roma tomatoes, cucumber, croutons, and peppers served with your choice of dressings.
Caesar Salad
Croutons, parmesan cheese, romaine lettuce with parmesan caesar dressing
Spinach Salad
Feta cheese, candied walnuts, and fresh seasonal berries tossed with blueberry vinaigrette.
Dinner Entrées
Poultry
Chicken Procençale
Paired with roasted rosemary red potatoes and a green bean medley.
$15
Chicken Cordon Bleu
Served with Cream sauce and paired with wild rice pilaf and tarragon carrots.
$16
Parmesan Chicken
With pesto white wine cream sauce and tomato basil relish. Paired with garlic mashed potatoes and a squash medley.
$14
Grilled Duck Breast
Served with rice pilaf and bok choy
Beef and Pork
Grilled Sirloin
Paired with a twice baked potato, red wine demi glace, and green bean almondine.
$17
Prime Rib
Paired with roasted potatoes and asparagus.
$20
Roasted Filet Mignon
Paired with garlic mashed potatoes and ratatouille.
$25
Braised Boneless Short Rib
Paired with truffle Yukon mash and roasted root vegetables.
$18
Rolled Flank Steak
Paired with Spanish rice and grilled asparagus.
$17
Stuffed Pork Loin
Served with mustard cream sauce. Paired with a baked sweet potato and green beans with bacon and onion.
$16
Grilled-Boneless Center Pork Loin Chops
Paired with sweet potato mash and tarragon carrots.
$15
Seafood
Stuffed Salmon
Paired with wild rice pilaf and brown sugar glazed snow peas and carrots.
$17
Nut Encrusted Mahi Mahi
Paired with coconut scented rice and a vegetable medley.
$16
Pecan Crusted Walleye
Paired with garlic mashed potatoes and asparagus.
$16
Caramelized Salmon
Paired with roasted red peppers and a green bean medley.
$15
Vegetarian
Spaghetti Squah And Black Beans
With spinach, tomatoes, corn, peas, all tossed in a white wine sauce.
$13
Marinated Studded Portabella Mushrooms
Stuffed with feta, sundried tomato, artichokes, kalamata olives with a white cheddar grit cake and balsamic reduction
$13
Pasta Primavera
With squash, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, onion, garlic, white wine, mushrooms, and lemon basil sauce
$13
Duet Plates
SELECT ANY TWO ENTRÉES FROM OUR PLATED DINNER SELECTIONS
OUR CHEF WILL CREATE AN ENTRÉE FEATURING BOTH MAIN DISHES (HALF PORTION OF EACH) AND INCLUDES:
HOUSE SALAD, STARCH, SEASONAL VEGETABLE, ARTISAN ROLLS WITH BUTTER, ICED WATER, COFFEE, AND TEA SERVICE
Price is based on the highest priced entrée plus $4 additional per person.
Desserts
Cakes
Carrot Cake
Chocolate Layer Cake
Red Velvet Cake
Torte Milk Chocolate Meringue Cake
gluten-free
Cheesecake (add 3)
Assortment Of New York, Dulce De Leche, Creme Brulee, And Turtle
Assortment Of Vanilla, Raspberry Swirl, Vanilla Chocolate Layer, And Chocolate Chip
Assorted Fresh Baked Pies
Sampler Plate (Seasonal price may vary)
Chocolate Dipped Strawberry, Petite Fours, And Chef's Choice Pastry
Dinner Buffet
How do you please every palate in the room? Leave it to Childers. With buffet options like Midwest Buffet, Southern Comfort, Italian Buffet, and Caribbean, we’ll more than cover all the culinary. Or customize your buffet with our extensive selection of delectable dishes and to-die-for desserts.
Customized Dinner Buffets
Choose:
1 entree buffet 15 • 2 entree buffet 18 • 3 entree buffet 21
Poultry
Chicken Marsala
With a mushroom and Marsala reduction
Chicken Provençale
With a sauce of tomatoes, garlic, rosemary, olives
Chicken Cordon Bleu
Stuffed with ham and Swiss cheese served with a white wine cream sauce
Parmesan Chicken
With pesto cream sauce, topped in roasted red pepper bruschetta
Mango Marinated Chicken
Served with Coconut Cream Sauce and Mango Chutney
Fried Chicken
Roasted Chicken
BBQ Chicken
Roasted Turkey with Gravy
Pork
Stuffed Pork Loin
Stuffed with roasted Fuji apples, cranberries, and spinach. Served with mustard cream sauce.
Grilled-Boneless Center Pork Loin Chops
With a raspberry, balsamic, and stone ground mustard glaze
Smoked BBQ Baby Back Ribs (add 2)
BBQ Pulled Pork
Carved Maple Honey Glazed Ham
Andouille Stuffed Pork Chop
Beef
Rolled Flank Steak
Stuffed with roasted red pepper pesto, spinach, and bleu cheese
Braised Boneless Short Rib (Add 2)
Served with red wine demi-glace
Italian Beef Lasagna
Guinness Braised Pot Roast
BBQ Beef Brisket
Meatloaf
Beef Burgundy
Sliced Roast Beef
Prime Rib (add 4)
Seafood
Stuffed Salmon
Filled with seafood mousse, served with a citrus beurre blanc
Pecan Crusted Cod Loin
With a lemon and caper cream sauce
Pan Seared Catfish Filet
With a lemon and tartar sauce
Nut Encrusted Mahi Mahi (Add 2)
With a citrus coconut cream sauce
Caramelized Salmon
With Citrus Beurre Blanc Sauce
Vegetarian Dishes
Marinated Stuffed Portabella Mushrooms
Stuffed with feta, sundried tomato, artichokes, kalamata olives with a white cheddar grit cake and balsamic reduction
Pasta Primavera
With squash, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, onion, garlic, white wine, mushrooms, and lemon basil sauce
Spaghetti Squash and Black Beans
With spinach, tomatoes, corn, and peas all tossed in a white wine sauce
Choose 1 Salad Option
Tossed Midwest Salad
A bed of spring greens topped with red onion, julienne carrots, Roma tomatoes, cucumber, garlic cheese croutons, and broccoli florets served with choice of dressings.
Caesar Salad
Romaine, parmesan, cherry tomatoes, croutons, Caesar dressing.
Santa Fe Salad
Black beans, corn, tortilla strips, pico de gallo, chipotle ranch.
Caribbean Salad
Mangos, wonton strips, craisins, lime vinaigrette.
Greek Salad
Spring mix, red and green peppers, kalamata olives, feta, red onion, feta Mediterranean dressing.
Summer Salad
Spinach with romaine, craisins, feta cheese, grapes, blueberry pomegranate vinaigrette
Choose 1 Starch
Au Gratin Potatoes
Mashed Potatoes
Roasted New Potatoes
Creamy Pesto Potatoes
Rice Pilaf
Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Baked Potato
Whipped Sweet Potatoes
Garlic White Wine Risotto
Parmesan Herb Twice Baked Potato
Wisconsin Sharp Cheddar Macaroni & Cheese
Fried Quinoa
Choose 1 Vegetable Option
Grilled Asparagus
Steamed Broccoli and Carrots
Roasted Cauliflower and Carrots
Buttered Corn on the Cob
Green Beans Almondine
Snow Peas and Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots
Roasted Squash Vegetable Medley
Green Beans with Bacon & Onion
Themed Dinner Buffets
New Orleans
Jambalaya • Louisiana Style Crab Cakes • Dirty Rice and Red Beans • Stewed Sweet Tomatoes and Fennel with Okra • Field Green Salad • Sour Dough Rolls
$20
Midwest Buffet
Ketchup Glazed Meatloaf • Herb Roasted Chicken • Roasted Rosemary Red Potatoes • Vegetable Medley • Tossed Midwest Salad • Dinner Rolls
$17
Italian Buffet
Grilled Chicken Topped with Prosciutto, Mozzarella, Roma Tomatoes, and Fresh Basil • Beef Meatballs • Classic Marinara Sauce • Creamy Alfredo Sauce • Penne Pasta • Zucchini and Mushroom Sauté • Tossed Caesar Salad • Garlic Bread
$17
Southern Buffet
Carved Maple Honey Glazed Ham • Southern Fried Chicken • Creamy Mashed Potatoes • Green Beans with Bacon & Onion • Mixed Green Salad • Buttermilk Biscuits
$18
BBQ
Baby Back Ribs (Served with Carolina, Kansas City, and Texas Style BBQ Sauce) • Beef Brisket (Served with Carolina, Kansas City and Texas Style BBQ Sauce) • Sweet Potatoes • Corn on the Cob • Coleslaw • Cornbread
$19
Fish & Chips Fry
Southern Style Fried Catfish Fillets • Beer Battered Shrimp • Seasoned Potato Wedges • Green Bean Almondine • Coleslaw • Hushpuppies
$17
Tex Mex
Create your own Taco Bar: Warm Flour and Corn Tortillas • Seasoned Taco Meat • Sliced Fajita Chicken with Peppers & Onions, Grated Cheese, Salsa, Sour Cream, Shredded Lettuce, Diced Onions, Roma Tomatoes, Jalapeños • Spanish Rice Pilaf • Refried Beans • Black Bean & Roasted Corn Salad
$16
Latin
Mole Pork Tamales • Spiced Chicken Enchiladas • Cilantro and Lime Rice Pilaf with Black Beans • Vegetable Medley Sauté • Chips with Salsa and Guacamole
$19
Surf & Turf
Sliced Sirloin with Onion Au Jus • Steamed Snow Crab Legs • Garlic Mashed Potatoes • Roasted Asparagus • Spinach Salad with Goat Cheese and Cranberries • Yeast Rolls
$32
Mediterranean
Roast Leg of Lamb with Mint Demi-Glace • Chicken Provençale • Roasted Garlic New Potatoes • Roasted Vegetable Medley • Couscous and Baby Green Salad • Focaccia Rolls
$18
Caribbean
Caribbean Marinated Flank Steak • Grilled Jerk Chicken with Mango Salsa • Baked Sweet Potatoes • Caribbean Blend Vegetables • Caribbean Tossed Salad with Pineapple, Mango and Crispy Wonton Strips • Sweet Rolls
$18
Thai
Roasted Red Thai Chicken with Tamarind Chutney • Pork with Coconut and Cucumber Relish • Steamed Basmati Rice with Ginger, Coriander & Sweet Peppers • Vegetable Stir-Fry Glazed with Schezuan Sauce • Shanghai Noodle Salad • Dinner Rolls
$17
Southern Comfort
BBQ Pulled Pork • Roasted Chicken • Macaroni and Cheese • Baked Beans • Potato Salad • Cornbread
$18
Indian
Chicken Tikka Masala • Pork Vindaloo • Vegetable Biryani • Chana Masala • Dal Makhani • Naan • Chaat Masala
$18
Northern Italian
Baccala’ al latte (Filets of Cod Cooked in Milk) • Chicken Osso Bucco with Gremolata • Mushroom Risotto • Root Vegetable Medley • White Bean Bruschetta
$22
Hawaiian Luau
Huli Huli Chicken • Kalua Pork with Cabbage and Red Onions • Seasonal Fruit Display • Potato Mac Salad • Vegetable Fried Rice • Hawaiian Sweet Rolls
$18
Asian Stir Fry
Mongolian Beef • Mango Chicken Stir Fry • Pork & Vegetable Egg Roll • Fried Rice • Vegetable Lo Mein
$17
Private Events
Take the Stress out Of Your Special Event and Let Us Do the Work
Childers has been catering Peoria for over 15 years, whether you’re hosting a business meeting, anniversary dinner or wedding catering, our catering experts guarantee our catering services will turn into something truly memorable. We can even host your next event at our newly-remodeled banquet center.
Your Special Occasion
We understand that each occasion is unique so we’d like to meet with you to talk about your specific catering needs. Please contact our catering manager at (309) 839-0037 or fill out the form below.
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