Menu Options

Because our wedding was more of a "destination" for our guests, I chose what is known as pocket invitations. invitation It has separate cards for all kinds of information. I had one card for hotel blocks and the flip side had general wedding information (dress code, etc) The second info card had the menu - I just did "Passed appetizers" then listed the 3 main entree choices, then "dessert bar" and "Open bar, closing as per island regulations at 9:45". As a guest, I always hated trying to guess what the "fish" or "chicken" or "Beef" meal was, so I definitely wanted a good descriptions for our wedding guests.

I've only been invited to a few weddings that weren't buffet style and they all included on the rsvp card a spot for guests to select what they want. I've attached ab example of what I mean. They also don't go really into detail the type of food just basically chicken, beef, fish, etc.

View Quoted Comment Yes I was like what if it’s some weird fancy dish that no one will know so I was leaning more toward a description but I think it may just take up too much space. Thanks for the advice!

View Quoted Comment I’m just worried that the chicken beef fish won’t be enough detail for people to really decide. I am probably over analyzing but thank you for including a picture!

View Quoted Comment It's okay. It's a bride's job to overanalyze lol. The other option would be to include more information about the food options on a wedding website if you have one but then you'd have to figure out where to include that more information about the menu is on the website.

View Quoted Comment I never even thought of that! That is a really good idea

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You can add tabs to the website, or put it under "Additional Information" My website has it under FAQ "Tell us about the Food" LOL And I did.

The details card information is a separate insert from the invitation itself which only has ceremony information. Websites have eliminated them being available through many vendors but you can still order them and they are vital information, considering the number of posts where couples say their guests never looked at the website.


There are many posts, if you do a search of the forum, that say do not ever provide more information than “chicken, beef, etc” with no description whatsoever. That is terrible hosting because the couple is creating a situation where food and money are intentionally being wasted. For example, if beef is listed, someone may think that steak or some other common dish is served and they end up with something that only appeals to a niche crowd such as short ribs, as an example. Same for chicken. Without any idea what sauces or seasonings are prepared, because the information is withheld “and no guest needs to know beforehand” as the argument, a guest may decide they want the opposite option instead and it’s too late at that point by blindly committing to a specific choice. That doesn’t begin to cover the topic of dietary restrictions.
Be as specific as possible which can be done on an insert card. Your guests will appreciate the information. Definitely mention the main dishes and the sides. Dessert is not necessary to include because most couples serve basic tiered cake.
This is a great example of a menu listed in detail: https://www.etsy.com/listing/775411732/winter-wedding-invitation-set-with?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=christmas+wedding+invitations&ref=sc_gallery-1-12&pro=1&frs=1&sts=1&plkey=c36f4d8682775af925ce1a712d05b77b13ba756f%3A775411732

The large/long menu cards are not intended to be inserts. They are for place settings. But, contrary to popular opinion, they only function well for buffet dinners to let guests know what is available to make lines go quicker. Unless you are not giving any information in the inserts about meal options.