Elevate Your Occasion: Let Us Host Your Private Event!
At Thirsty Buddy, we offer exceptional moments crafted through delectable cuisine, impeccable service, and a warm ambiance. Our restaurant offers bruch, lunch and dinner. We offer three distinctive settings to hosting a variety of special occasions, from elegant wedding showers and rehearsal dinners to sophisticated business events and festive holiday gatherings.
FORMAL DINING ROOM • COVERED PATIO • FOUR SEASONS ROOM
Unforgettable Moments Await
Our private dining spaces are designed to captivate your senses and provide an intimate atmosphere for your event. With a blend of modern sophistication and rustic charm, Thirsty Buddy creates the perfect backdrop for your most cherished memories. Contact us today to begin planning your private dining event bruch, lunch or dinner. Your journey towards unforgettable moments starts now.
Call our Events Coordinator, Cathy Wilson at 269-804-7568 or email events@thirstybuddygunlake.com.
Have a unique request and need to speak with Julie Fox direct? Give her a call at 312-961-8657.
Catering Menu
At Thirsty Buddy, we have the culinary magic and space to turn any foodie's catering dreams into a delicious reality, no matter how grand or gourmet! We offer brunch, lunch and dinner. Below is just a sample of our most requested catering items:
Hors D'Oeuvres
• Fresh jalapeño poppers with homemade boysenberry sauce
• Stuffed mushrooms
• Antipasto skewers
• Homemade mozzarella sticks
• Charcuterie boards
Entrées
• Prime Rib
• Short Ribs
• Lobster Tail
• Lasagna
• Four cheese macaroni and cheese
• Beef, chicken, or fish taco
• Chicken marsala
• Creamy parmesan chicken
• Pizza bar (can be themed for breakfast, lunch or dinner)
Sides
• Sweet potato mashed or baked
• Garlic mashed potatoes
• Twice baked potato
• Garlic redskin potatoes
• Baked potatoes
• Butternut squash
• Honey roasted carrots
• Buttery broccoli
• Prosciutto wrapped asparagus
• Garlic and bacon wrapped brussell sprouts
• Roasted corn
• Bacon green beans
• Tossed or caesar salad
• Homemade rolls
• Garlic breadsticks