Thank you for your interest in hosting your special event at John D. McGurk’s! We look forward to providing you with a unique atmosphere, fine food and spirits, remarkable service and memories to last a lifetime. We hope this information answers all of your questions, but feel free to contact us with any additional inquiries.

• Rehearsal Dinners
• Anniversary Parties
• Birthday Parties
• Farewell Parties
• Baby Showers
• Bridal Showers
• Engagement Parties
• Holiday Gatherings
• Business Luncheons or Dinners

We have two areas able to accommodate large parties at McGurks.

Our inside dining room, known as the patriot room, can accommodate parties up to 60 guests for a sit down dinner. For appetizers and cocktails this room will accommodate 75-100 guests. This room will be private and staffed appropriately for the size of your event. It includes a private bar, as well as a fireplace, for enjoyment in the winter months. Guests are welcome to supply decorations and centerpieces that we will put in place before your party begins.

A $500 private room fee will be applied on weekend evenings and specific dates.

In our all-season pavilion we can accommodate up to 35 guests for a sit down dinner and up to 60 guests for an appetizer and cocktail party. These party sizes are based on weekend gatherings. We are able to accommodate larger parties Sunday through Thursday in our outdoor pavilion. Your reservation will guarantee an area that is specifically designated for your private party. This area has high-top tables, something to take into consideration if you will have children or adults that may find it difficult to sit in a high seat.

A $250 private room fee will be applied on weekend evenings and specific dates.

Private luncheons may begin as early as 11:00am and can run as late as 4:00pm. Private parties in the evening may begin as early 5:00pm and run as late as 11:00pm

Private dining fees are due when confirming your reservation. These fees are refundable if cancellations are made 1 month prior to your engagement.

When hosting a cocktail and appetizer party we will offer your guests appetizers buffet style kept warm in chaffing dishes. The buffet will be refilled for a two hour period at which point we will gladly leave any remaining food for the duration of your party.

• Hot Chicken Wings
• Chicken Tenders
• Spinach and Artichoke Ravioli
• Toasted Beef Ravioli
• Potato Skins

*All items come with appropriate dipping sauces*

If you would like, you can add a vegetable tray to your buffet for an additional charge.

We can also add our spinach and artichoke dip and Sautéed Mushrooms to your buffet for an additional cost of $5/per person

We ask that you have your menu selections chosen as soon as possible, but they can be altered at a later date, if necessary.

*please select one or two options from below*

With Roma Tomatoes, Parmesan Cheese, Croutons, Tossed in Roasted Shallot Vinaigrette.

With Romaine, Shredded Parmesan, Garlic Croutons in a Creamy Caesar Dressing

Mandarin orange, carrots, red onions, spiced pecans, champagne orange vinaigrette

A John D. McGurk’s Tradition

*Please select up to five items from the following*

A Pan-seared 8oz. filet with an Irish Whiskey, Mushroom and Onion Cream Sauce. Served with Garlic-Mashed Potatoes and Green Beans

Grilled Petite Filet, House-Made Pork and Potato Sausage and Grilled Shrimp, Served with a Grilled Veggie Kabob, Garlic-Mashed Potatoes and finished with a Mushroom Demi-Glace.

12oz. Ribeye Encrusted with Blue Cheese, served with Mushroom infused Mashed Potatoes and Broccoli. Finished with a Mushroom Demi-Glace.

14oz. New York Strip served with Parmesan-Mashed New Potatoes and Broccoli. Finished with a Bacon-Vodka Cream Sauce.

16oz. Porterhouse served with Bacon-Cheddar Mashed Potatoes and Broccoli. Finished with a Bacon-Vodka Cream Sauce.

Pan-Seared Pork Tenderloin served on a Medley of Roasted New Potatoes, Squash, Zucchini, Carrots and Peppers. Finished with an Orange Amaretto Demi-Glace.

10oz. Twin Chicken Breasts served with Roasted New Potatoes, Green Beans and a Marsala Cream Sauce.

8oz. Chicken Breast Stuffed with Chevre Cheese, Fresh Spinach, Mushrooms and Roasted Peppers. Served with Tomato Risotto and Asparagus, finished with a Bacon-Vodka Cream Sauce.

Cheese-Filled Pasta, Tossed with Plum Tomatoes in a Creamy Pesto Sauce.

8 oz. salmon filet, creamy mustard sauce, rice pilaf, asparagus

With Portabella Mushrooms and Asparagus, in a Roasted Garlic and Red Pepper Cream Sauce.

A Traditional Irish Meal. Served with New Potatoes, Braised Carrots and Soda Bread.

A 12oz. Serving of Deep-Fried Cod Filets with Irish Crisps and House-Made Tartar Sauce.

2 Large Portabella Mushrooms, Squash, Zucchini and Roasted Red Peppers Seared to Perfection, served on top of Wild Rice Pilaf

St. Louis’ Own with Marinara and Parmesan

Crispy Deep-Fried All White Chicken, with a side of Irish chips and Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce.

American Cheese Grilled Between Two Pieces of Sourdough, served with Irish Chips.

*please choose one or two options from below*

Traditional Style, served Warm in a Pool of Rich Caramel and Raspberry Sauces, Topped with Whiskey Butter

House-Made with Berry Coulis and Vanilla Ice Cream

House-Made with Chocolate and Caramel Sauces

We do offer lunch and dinner buffet options as well as sit down meals. Buffets are available depending on the size of your group and the date you are interested in hosting your event. However we are not able to offer dinner buffets for all occasions, please inquire when booking your party if this is an option.

Both buffets offered have the following items:

• Mixed Green Salad
• Vegetable Pasta
• Roasted New Potatoe
• Green Beans
• Dinner Rolls

Add the following entrees and desserts:

• Sliced Roast Beef in Au jus
• Grilled Chicken Breast with a Marsala Cream Sauce
• Assorted Cookies for Dessert

Add the following entrees and desserts:

• Grilled sliced beef tenderloin with a red wine rosemary demi-glace
• Roasted 10oz skin on twin chicken breast in a creamy marsala sauce
• Bread Pudding for Dessert

Includes all available Anheuser Busch Products, house wine

Includes all available Anheuser Busch Products, house wine and well liquor

Selections include 15 draft beers, Anheuser Busch Products, Premium liquor, house wines, Ramsey Pinot Noir, Honig Sauvignon Blanc, and Shooting Star Chardonnay

• White Linen Tablecloths
• Votive Candles
• House Music
• Personalized Menu
• DVD player
• PA System

*Feel free to bring any decorations you may like. We suggest decorating an hour before your event. You may also leave the decorations with us and we will decorate the room as needed.*

McGurk’s is happy to work with you in any way to make sure that your occasion is celebrated just as you would like it. However, we do ask that cancellations are made 1 month prior to your event. Private dining fees are refundable up to one month prior to your event.

Not too worry, changes can be made up until the week of your event; menu and bar selections, head count, etc. Private dining fees are not affected by schedule changes.

The party doesn’t have to end when the guests start leaving, feel free to join us for live Irish music. We bring the best bands with the most authentic sounds. Join us for a night cap while topping off your authentic Irish experience!

Please feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns you may have. We have many convenient ways to reach us; click here to visit the contact page. We look forward to seeing you!

Family owned and operated since its founding in 1978, McGurk’s has slowly evolved into one of the premiere places in St. Louis to celebrate almost any occasion. From our family to yours, we can promise you the highest standard of food, drink, and service when you choose McGurk’s. Upon entering, your guests will know you have planned something special for them. Let us be a part of your next special occasion. Cead mile failte! (100,000 Welcomes)