Question 1

WHAT IF I WANT TO HAVE A PARTY AT YOUR RESTAURANT(S)?

Accepted Answer

We offer three spaces for parties at our location.

Option 1: Pizza Rio Patio or Full Restaurant
This is the indoor/outdoor patio space that offers a retractable roof, and thick mesh walls that come down and prevent rain/ wind/ sun from affecting guests.  The patio is also fully heated with ceiling propane heaters.  The patio Seats 48. The inside seats 40. It’s important to recognize that while the patio is heated and protected, it is FULLY outside.  The cost structure for this space varies based on time of year, week, and day.

Option 2: The Boathouse Front Room.  This newly redesigned space is completely indoors and in the original portion of the building.  This room has three large TVs, and its own bar making it perfect for exclusive parties.  Seats up to 70. The cost structure for this space varies based on time of year, week, and day.

Option 3: The river patio at the boathouse.
This indoor-outdoor space that hangs over the water and has two large glass garage doors that could be opened or closed depending on your guest's desires and the weather. Seats over 40 with the doors closed, seats 65 with the doors open.  The cost structure for this space varies based on time of year, week, and day.

Question 2

HOW FAR IN ADVANCE DO I NEED TO SEND IN MY CATERING ORDER?

Accepted Answer

For Catering orders off of our menu for groups up to 50, we require a 24 hours notice for your catering delivery.  For parties larger than this, or for special orders, we require a two week prior notice.  In some circumstances, we may be able to accommodate larger group or special requests on a shorter timeline, but it is not guaranteed.

Question 3

WHAT IS INCLUDED IN MY CATERING ORDER?

Accepted Answer

Your catering order will be delivered in disposable aluminum banquet dishes, and will include serving utensils.  We offer additional services such as disposable dishware and utensils, linens, chaffing dishes, and full service.  If any of this interests you, please specify with your catering sales representative.

Question 4

HOW DO I PLACE A CATERING ORDER?

Accepted Answer

Option 1 is to use our website, salidacatering.com to create your order.  Our large dishes are designed for 20-25 people, and our small dishes are designed for 6-8 people.  For example, if your party was 30 people,  then you could order one large dish, and one small dish.  This would feed between 26 and 34.  Option 2 is to contact us via our online form and a sales representative will get in touch with you regarding the specifics of your event.  We recommend this method for larger groups, special requests, and if you want the event both catered and served.

Question 5

HOW MANY PEOPLE DOES EACH PAN SERVE?

Accepted Answer

Our catering menu is separated into large trays, which serve 20-25 people, and small trays which serve 6-8 people.  Our appetizer portions are designed to operate as appetizers, and out entree portions are designed to operate as a full meal.  If you are doing, apps, salads, and an entree, you should consider getting a slightly smaller amount of entree or plan on having leftovers.

Question 6

WHERE DO YOU DELIVER?

Accepted Answer

We deliver to the greater Salida area.  What does that mean?  If you are withing a 30 minute drive of downtown Salida, your delivery will be included for free.  For areas beyond that we will add a deliver fee to your order in accordance with the extra drive time.  Areas outside of an hour from downtown Salida may be considered, but are not guaranteed.

Question 7

CAN I PICK UP MY CATERING ORDER?

Accepted Answer

Yes- catering orders can be picked up at 228 N F St., Salida, CO 81201

Question 8

WHAT SIZE GROUPS CAN YOU CATER FOR?

Accepted Answer

We offer options for groups as small as 6 and as large as 300

Question 9

IS THERE A MINIMUM AMOUNT THAT I HAVE TO SPEND?

Accepted Answer

For general delivery, there is not minimum fee.  If you are interested in hosting an event in our space then you will be required to pay a room fee, as well as meet a minimum food and beverage spend.  This amount varies based on the time of day, week, and year.

Question 10

ARE YOUR CATERING PRICES MORE EXPENSIVE THAN YOUR RESTAURANT MENUS?

Accepted Answer

No.  Our catering menu is a direct reflection of the delicious food and great deals that we offer at our restaurants.  We simply take out in-house portions and pricing and bring those to life in a larger format.

Question 11

WHEN IS IT APPROPRIATE TO USE CHAFFING DISHES?

Accepted Answer

We recommend chaffing dishes for extended food service hours to keep food warm longer.  We also recommend chaffing dishes for higher-end events as they offer a boost to your ambience and food presentation.

Question 12

WHEN IS IT APPROPRIATE TO USE SERVERS?

Accepted Answer

We recommend adding service to your event if you want to do passed appetizers, table service, or have someone monitoring the food line.  Servers will also add an element of classiness to your event.

Question 13

DO YOU RECOMMEND ANYONE FOR EVENT RENTALS, INCLUDING NON-DISPOSABLE DISHWARE?

Accepted Answer

Settings Event Rental in Poncha Springs offers a variety of options for table settings, tents, linens, and other party decor.

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