Brunch is the perfect opportunity to come together, socialize with friends and family, and make memories. With that said, a successful brunch event begins with a clear vision, organization, and careful planning.
If you’re preparing for your next brunch gathering, there are a few things to check off your list to make it memorable. Today, we’re going to share how you can seamlessly have the golden brunch experience.
Set the Scene for Your Brunch Gathering
When it comes to hosting a brunch gathering, choosing a public restaurant over a private home offers so many advantages. Imagine enjoying the perfect ambiance, a professionally curated menu, and the convenience of someone else taking care of the details.
Invitations Made Easy
With a restaurant, your guests will have all the details they need – from the location and date to the menu and payment options. You won’t need to worry about planning a complicated menu or asking guests to bring anything –the restaurant will have everything you need. Plus, if there’s a special theme or dress code, it’s easy to communicate that in the invitation, ensuring your brunch is as fun and stylish as possible!
Drink menu
No brunch is complete without a proper drink bar. For a successful gathering, you’ll want to be mindful of the preferences of your invited guests. Choose a location that carries brunch beverage classics like:
- Bloody Marys: The Copperfield offers a signature Copperfield Bloody Mary- a brunch must-try!
- Coffee: We have several gourmet coffees, and guests can choose between an Americano, cold brew, decaf, latte, and more. Our coffee is roasted locally by True Stone Coffee Roasters.
- Espresso Martinis: Our espresso martini contains True Stone Espresso, Absolut Vanilia, and Baileys
Set the Scene without the Stress
A restaurant already provides the ideal setting, so you can skip the hassle of decorating, cooking, and cleaning up. Focus on creating lasting memories with your guests while the restaurant takes care of the rest – from the drinks to the atmosphere!
Include a Balance of Savory and Sweet Dishes
Your food menu should include a balance of savory and sweet dishes to satisfy the taste buds. A brunch location with a menu that supports your guests’ dietary restrictions while going above and beyond in quality and taste is a must for your golden brunch. Luckily, we offer many great food options that can make your brunch delicious and fun. Here are some of our menu items:
Classic Brunch Dishes
For those who want to play it safe with popular brunch staples:
- The Usual: Two eggs, hash browns, your choice of Fischer Farms meat, and a choice of toast.
- Biscuits and Gravy: Homemade, flaky, buttermilk biscuits served with homemade sausage gravy.
- Mixed Berry Crepes: Fresh berries, sweet maple caramel syrup, and a cream filling rolled into a crepe.
- Avocado Toast: Gorgeous green whipped and sliced avocado, topped with an egg on 10-grain toast
- Eggs Benedict: Our menu features two options: the classic and the Southwest, introducing a spicy twist to the classic egg benedict dish.
Creative Brunch Options
For adventurous palates and those who prefer lunch:
- Corn Beef Hash: Hash browns, corned beef, red onions, roasted jalapenos, fresh white cheddar, and eggs topped with hollandaise.
- Mexican Hash: Chorizo hash with poblano peppers, jalapenos, and Tillamook white cheddar served with two poached eggs on top and fresh cilantro.
- Farmers Market Grain Bowl: This dish consists of a mixture of quinoa and cabbage, red and golden beets, avocado, garbanzo beans, pickled red onions, cucumbers, and roasted grape tomatoes. We complete it with arugula and an herb house dressing.
- The Rancher: Chopped bacon, BBQ sauce, Tillamook white cheddar, romaine, caramelized onions, waffle fries, and mayo on an egg bun complete this saucy burger.
Create a Relaxed Atmosphere
For socialization, incorporate games and activities to keep conversation fluid—games such as Two Truths and a Lie or Heads Up. Even card games like UNO can add relaxation and fun to the atmosphere while being mindful of other restaurant guests.
Wrapping Up the Event
To avoid any confusion, make sure you know how you plan on splitting the bill before the server drops off the check. If you plan on having separate checks for your golden brunch, consider informing your server beforehand before placing your order. Another option is to pay on one card and have guests send money for the bill via any popular banking app.
Following up with your guests shortly after the event is essential. You can do this by sending a personalized thank-you note or emailing them to express your appreciation for their attendance.
Elevate Your Brunch With The Copperfield
The Copperfield is an upscale restaurant, bar, and coffee shop in Mendota Heights, MN. We are a come-as-you-are neighborhood spot that focuses on being the go-to establishment that is warm and approachable for guests.
If you’re interested in hosting your next brunch event with us, we’ll be more than happy to accommodate you. Our multifaceted concept includes a grab-and-go market and a modern, upscale diner and bar. Ready to elevate your brunch? Make your reservations with us today.