Catering & Alcohol
All clients must use a licensed and approved professional caterer to provide food and beverage at the event. The caterers on the lists below are approved to cater at Reiman Gardens. If you wish to use a caterer not on this list, you must submit a request to the Rental Coordinator at least 60 days prior to the event and pay an additional fee ($150 – $300). There is no guarantee that a non-approved caterer will be approved even with the fee. Client is responsible for making arrangements and contracting with the caterer, and ensuring the caterer provides all personnel, materials, and supplies required for the preparation of food and beverages. Reiman Gardens does not supply any catering services, supplies, or equipment associated with the service of food or beverages at your event. Please see Rental Policies [p. 5, 6.1 – 6.4] for more details. ISU Catering is the only caterer approved to serve alcohol at Reiman Gardens.
Food and/or beverages are allowed in your rental area only. Your guests may not wander around the grounds with drinks or food. Vendor delivery and pick up times must occur within the event’s Time of Rental. All vendors must abide by Reiman Gardens policies.