got something special going on? perhaps a fun soiree? …invite us!
we are the perfect guests, we’ll do all the work for you… (yes, even the dishes)
for more information contact us at millie@cestlaviebistro.net and let us help you through each step of planning
~C’EST LA VIE EVENTS, GATHERINGS, & GOOD-TIME CELEBRATIONS~
thank you for checking in with us for your gathering~ here is some general information that I can give you for gatherings and events at the bistro~ as we are not very big, we have a few limits on what we can do~ that said, we DO have some wiggle room on some things and will do our best to try to accommodate your vision!
DURING OPEN HOURS (weds-sun. 8:30-3:00) ~these are offered as sit-down options only~
rooms/space:
- for 20 people or less:
private room event (up to 20-ppl) available weds-friday 8:30-2:30pm, sat & sun 10:00-12:00 or 1:30-3:30
- Private Room~
we can use one of our smaller rooms as a private event, with a pre-fixe menu and I would work with you to pre-select 3-4 items. this option runs 135$/hr for the room with a minimum of 2 hours with a minimum food cost of 375$ for 2 hours, 500$ for 3 hours~ if you have less than 20ppl people and would like a private room, this is a great option for hosting an event while we are open.
- Shared Room, (14 ppl or less)
We can easily accommodate up to 14 people at one of our longer table arrangements. I would work with you on details for your gathering and make necessary arrangements to try to best accommodate your vision and goals for your event.
this room would very likely be shared with another group of diners, possibly up to 10.
~parking during our open hours~
i highly recommend directing the guests in your party to use the municipal library lot behind the bistro off patty lane for ease of parking, ( unless they need to utilize the handicap accessibility space/ramp)—it’s 2-minute walk and very easy to get in and out of ~our lot can be tricky, especially on a Saturday or Sunday!
AFTER HOURS ~entire bistro space: can be full sit down or buffet style
for a party size of up to 60 people. This runs 135$/hr, for a minimum of 3 hours and a minimum menu food cost of 1250.00~weds- sunday 4:30– ??
we are able to accommodate gatherings of this size after hours, 4:30p.m. or later. at this time, you would have the entire bistro building available to you. there are 3 rooms for your use as you see fit—buffet, full sit down, presents, gathering space, bar, dining… and in the nice weather—a lovely outdoor deck!
Event pricing and packages are estimates only and may be different from information given here. changes or special accommodations for dietary restrictions may incur additional cost and/or may be priced separately.
*Price per person is the cost of food and beverage only and does not reflect any fees, gratuity or tax. we always make extra to ensure enough for all guests, but pricing does not include any take home servings. we are happy to pack extra for you to bring to other family/ friends and those would be additional per person charge, ( plus tax,gratuity)
Early morning/mid-day $22-25 per person
Lighter fare: Great for early morning pastries and fruit or afternoon tea
- Hot/iced coffee/tea
- 3 appetizers/starters
During the day/mid-afternoon options: 26-29$/pp
- Hot/iced coffee/tea
- Bottle beverages from cooler (coke, diet coke, sparkling juice)
basket of pastry items for table upon arrival
- Choice from a Selection of 3 regular menu items- (you pick ahead of time)
desserts:
many people prefer to bring their own special sweets~ we are happy to accommodate outside desserts for a flat fee of 30$.
you are welcome to cut, plate and serve your own dessert for no cost, or we are happy to do that for you. if you prefer we cut, plate and serve it would run 2$/pp.
if you prefer not to bring your own dessert and would like one of ours, we have a few options~ we can offer:
crème brulee, mocha pot-de-crème, beignets,or berries and cream for an additional 5-7$/person., or we can do a dessert bar with made to order crepes / wafels where you would get a choice of 3 toppings, for 10$/pp
**alcohol: you are welcome to bring your own alcohol!
**pricing for our alcohol is available upon request
if you BYO/bar set/disposable drinkware and we don’t handle it, set it up, unpack, wash it, pack it –there is a 30$ flat fee for this option
If you bring your own alcohol/bar set up and would like us to provide the drinkware, there is a 2.50/glass/pp for this option. If you prefer not to bring your own alcohol/ bar items and would rather have us provide the alcohol and set up the bar with ice, tubs, towels, glass/drinkware etc, we are happy to do that for you!
there is a 45$ bar set up/take down fee, not including the 2.50/pp glassware.
you are welcome to bring your own disposable drinkware for no glassware charge.
pricing depends on what is selected and is available upon request
RESERVED TIMING AND ADDITIONAL CHARGES
reserved timing: includes set up, take down, and removal of all items.
your reserved timing will start at agreed upon reservation time and include: all gathering related set up, take down and removal of all items such as gifts, decor, balloons, etc..to car, or clean up of event related trash in trash bins.
host arrival arrival/departure: arrival any time prior to or departure after the agreed reservation time is automatically added onto the final bill at 40$/ per 15 minutes, at the start of each 15 minute increment.
decoration time: if you are planning to have some event décor or anticipate needing time to set up, prepare, take down, etc—that would be incorporated into your reservation time so invitations and guest arrival should be planned accordingly
person count: the number of persons charged for will be the number of persons in attendance at anytime between the agreed upon reservation time. Guests or attendees who arrive/depart during the reservation will be added to the count as full guests.
extra cleanup/trash disposal: site will be assessed and if excessive clean up is needed or extra time from bistro staff is dedicated to clean up, a 35$ charge will be added on to cover the cost of extra clean up. Typical items that may create extra clean up time are, but not limited to: confetti, glitter/glitter balloons, sparkly items, sticky pieces, bottles, and trash not properly disposed of, cigarette butts, stickers, etc…
we allow for up to 2(two) -55 gallon trash bags for clean up. Boxes,packaging, and anything else that does not fit within the allotted trash bags would be additionally charged at 5$ bag/item.
we have a lot of flexibility in how we can customize events and pricing to be comfortable for most budgets and hopefully exceed expectations! let me know if you any questions and if there is anything else I can help you with~ I look forward to hearing from you soon,
~millie