GRAYLYN SPECIAL EVENTS
Celebrate It All
Whether you're celebrating birthdays, anniversaries, bridal showers, graduations, family reunions, or any other special occasion, celebrate life’s special moments with the stunning backdrop of Graylyn. With world-class private dining, dedicated coordinators, and wonderful accommodations, Graylyn has everything you need to create an unforgettable experience for your special event.
Holiday Parties
Holiday parties and events are magical experiences at Graylyn. Twinkling trees, bright poinsettia plants, and enchanting delights adorn our 55-acre estate during the holiday season. Guests will enjoy a special chef-curated holiday menu and the experience of our festive estate with accommodations steps away. Click "Let's start planning " to book your event.
Brunch
From welcome gatherings to post-wedding send-offs, brunch at Graylyn is a refined and sparkling celebration of the freshest ingredients and the finest company.
Lunch
Choose from an array of breathtaking indoor and outdoor event spaces in Winston-Salem for an elegant lunch event, featuring signature dishes to delight every palate.
View MenuHors d’Oeuvres
Choose from beautifully assembled displays or premier passed items to discover why Graylyn's dining is world class.
Dinner
Graylyn dining is an experience to be treasured. Highlighting fresh local ingredients and regional favorites, our culinary team shines through in an array of customizable menu options.
Bar Packages
Beer and Wine Bar
BEER | CHOICE OF FOUR
Blue Moon
Bud Light
Corona
Michelob Ultra
Yuengling Lager
Amstel Light
Stella Artois
Guinness
WINE | CHOICE OF THREE
Proverb Rosé, CA
Wycliff Brut, CA
Proverb Pinot Grigio, CA
Proverb Sauvignon Blanc, CA
Proverb Chardonnay, CA
Proverb Pinot Noir, CA
Proverb Merlot, CA
Proverb Cabernet Sauvignon, CA
SIGNATURE BAR
SIGNATURE BRANDS
Smirnoff Vodka
Gordon's London Dry Gin
Bacardi Rum
Jim Beam Bourbon
Dewar's Blended
Scotch Whiskey
Jose Cuervo Tequila
BEER | CHOICE OF FOUR
Blue Moon
Bud Light
Corona
Michelob Ultra
Yuengling Lager
Amstel Light
Stella Artois
Guinness
WINE | CHOICE OF THREE
Proverb Rosé, CA
Wycliff Brut, CA
Proverb Pinot Grigio, CA
Proverb Sauvignon Blanc, CA
Proverb Chardonnay, CA
Proverb Pinot Noir, CA
Proverb Merlot, CA
Proverb Cabernet Sauvignon, CA
SELECT BAR
Custom Select Bar
For the Select Bar, upgrade three liquors from Premier Bar Package. Select your beer and wine from the Signature Bar Package.
PREMIER BAR
WINE | CHOICE OF FOUR
The Pale Rosé, France
Amore Di Amanti, Italy
Barone Fini Pinot Grigio, Italy
Matua Sauvignon Blanc, NZ
La Crema Chardonnay, CA
Meiomi Pinot Noir, CA
Embankment Merlot, CA
JLohr 7 Oaks Cabernet Sauvignon, CA
BEER | CHOICE OF FOUR
Blue Moon
Bud Light
Corona
Michelob Ultra
Yuengling Lager
Amstel Light
Stella Artois
Guinness
PREMIER BRANDS
Tito's Handmade Vodka
Tanqueray London Dry Gin
Mount Gay Eclipse
Maker’s Mark Bourbon
Chivas Regal
Scotch Whiskey
1800 Tequila
NON-ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES
Pepsi or Coca-Cola Products
Juices
Sparkling Water
MOCKTAILS
Minty Arnold Palmer
Basil Lemonade
Bar Enhancements
TABLESIDE WINE SERVICE WITH DINNER
Market Pricing based on consumption
CHAMPAGNE TOAST
Market Pricing based on consumption
NORTH CAROLINA CRAFT BEER UPGRADE
See your coordinator for craft beer upgrades
HARD SELTZER
Market Price, Sold by the case
CORDIAL BAR
Add after dinner drinks to your event
GRAYLYN SIGNATURE COCKTAILS
BEE’S KNEES
Gin, Honey Syrup, Fresh Lemon Juice
AUNT POLLY'S PALOMA
Tequila, Mezcal, Fresh Lime Juice, Grapefruit, and Soda Finish
GOLD RUSH
Whiskey, Fresh Lemon Juice, and Homemade Honey Syrup
GRAND OLD FASHION
Bourbon, Bitters, served on the Rocks.
IDA THE MULE
Vodka, Craft Ginger Beer, and Lime Juice
NEGRONI
Gin, Campari, and Sweet Vermouth
Garnished with an Orange Peel
Dinner
Plated Dinners
SOUPS | CHOICE OF ONE
Tomato Bisque (Veg), Roasted Corn and Country Ham Chowder (GF), or Chef’s Choice Seasonal Soup, Additional Fee May Apply
SALADS | CHOICE OF ONE
Graylyn Signature Salad, Caesar Salad, or Chef’s Choice Seasonal Salad
Premier salad upgrades available
ENTRÉES | PRESELECTED CHOICE OF TWO
Graylyn Chicken
Breaded and Stuffed with Spinach, Prosciutto, Smoked Gouda, and a Sun-Dried Tomato-Basil Cream Sauce
Served with Parmesan Risotto
Herb-Crusted Chicken
White Wine Mushroom Velouté Over Parmesan Risotto and Seasonal Vegetables
Honey Lavender Glazed Salmon*
Served With Saffron Rice Pilaf, Seasonal Vegetables, and a Dijon Peppercorn Sauce (GF)
Roasted Pork Tenderloin*
Brown Sugar Balsamic Glaze, Seasonal Vegetables, Mashed Sweet Potatoes, and Dijon Scented Jus (GF)
NY Strip Steak*
Served with Baby Portabella Demi Glace, Seasonal Vegetables, and Creamy Mashed Potatoes (GF)
Seared Duck Breast*
Served With Seasonal Vegetables, Mashed Sweet Potatoes, and Orange Blackberry Mint Sauce (GF)
Florentine Ravioli
Served with Sautéed Spinach, Marinara Sauce, and Parmesan Cheese (Veg)
Seasonal Vegetable Risotto
Seasonal Vegetables and Herbs Over Risotto (GF)
Premier Entrees
Surcharge Applies
Charbroiled Filet Mignon*
Served with Creamy Mashed Potatoes, Seasonal Vegetables, and a Bourbon Peppercorn Demi Glace
Pan-Fried Crab Cake
Jumbo Crab Meat
Served with Graylyn’s Signature Remoulade Sauce, Shrimp Risotto, and Seasonal Vegetables
Dessert
DESSERT | CHOICE OF ONE
White Chocolate Crème Brûlée (GF), Flourless Chocolate Torte (GF), Strawberry Chiffon Cake, Vegan Belgian Chocolate Cheesecake with Fresh Berries (V), Chocolate Mousse Parfait (GF), or Cheesecake with Seasonal Fruit
Buffet Dinners
SALADS
Graylyn Signature Salad, Caesar Salad, or Chef’s Choice Seasonal Salad
ACTION STATIONS | CHOICE OF TWO
Pasta
Tri Colored Cheese Tortellini, Grilled Chicken, Spinach, Artichoke Hearts, and Sun-Dried Tomatoes in a Creamy Pomodoro Sauce with Parmesan Cheese
Chicken Marsala
Roasted Chicken Breast Served with Baby Portabella Mushrooms in a Creamy Marsala Wine Sauce (GF)
Honey Lavender Glazed Salmon*
Served with a Dijon Peppercorn Sauce (GF)
Roasted Pork Lion*
Served with Apple Dijon Sauce (GF)
Shrimp and Grits
White Cheddar Cheese Grits, Shrimp, Tasso Ham, Sautéed Peppers and Onions
Served with Scallions in a Cream Sauce (GF)
Chef Carved NY Strip Steak*
Served with Horseradish Cream Sauce, Ale Mustard, and Dinner Rolls
Chef Carved Prime Rib of Beef*
Smoked Garlic and Herb Crusted
Served with Horseradish Cream Sauce, Ale Mustard, and Dinner Rolls
$19 surcharge per person
Accompaniments
Sautéed Asparagus Served with Sea Salt and Butter, Roasted Baby Carrots, Sautéed Broccolini, Haricot Vert Served with Roasted Shallots and Blistered Heirloom Tomatoes, Lowcountry Succotash,
Herb Roasted New Potatoes, Creamy Mashed Potatoes and Chives, or Mashed Sweet Potatoes Served with Butter and Brown Sugar
Hors D’Oeuvres
DISPLAYS
FRUIT AND CHEESE DISPLAY
Imported Cheese, Mixed Berries and Distinctive Crackers
ROASTED FRESH VEGETABLE DISPLAY
Roasted Baby Carrots, Asparagus, Zucchini, and Artichokes
Served With Basil Pesto Oil and Crumbled Goat Cheese (Veg, GF)
CHARCUTERIE DISPLAY
Artisan Cheeses, Vegetables, Assorted Meats, Assorted Crackers, and Toasted Baguette Chips
BAKED BRIE
Baked Brie Served With Fresh Fruit, Chutney, Baguette Chips and Crackers
Seafood Display
Chilled Seafood Display of Shrimp, Crab Claws, Mussels, Oysters, Cocktail Sauce, and Lemon*
Smoked Salmon Served with Capers, Onion, Cream Cheese, Egg, and Crostini
PASSED HORS D’OEURVES | SIGNATURE
CRANBERRY, BRIE CHEESE, AND SPINACH IN PHYLLO CUPS
Sautéed Cranberries and Baby Spinach Topped with a Slice of Brie Cheese and Caramel Sauce (Veg)
CAPRESE SKEWER
Baby Mozzarella, Heirloom Tomatoes, and Basil (Veg, GF)
HOT HONEY CHICKEN BITES
Served with Blue Cheese Sauce
Southern Fried Chicken Skewers
Served with a Pickled Green Tomato and Zesty Ranch Dip
PESTO GRILLED CHICKEN SKEWER
Served with Heirloom Tomato (GF)
LOWCOUNTRY CRAB BITES
Bite Size Puff Pastry with Crab, Cream Cheese, and Graylyn Lowcountry Seasoning
Teriyaki Chicken and Pineapple
Tempura Fried Chicken with Fresh Pineapple and Teriyaki Glaze on a Skewer
PIMENTO CHEESE-STUFFED RED BLISS POTATO
Stuffed with Pimento Cheese and Baked to a Golden Brown (Veg, GF)
GOAT CHEESE CROSTINI
Crumbled Goat Cheese, Slow Roasted Red Pepper, Greek Olive Tapenade with Garlic and Capers on a Petit-Crostini (Veg)
PASSED HORS D’OEURVES | PREMIER
SOY-MARINATED TUNA
Glazed with Sesame Oil
Served with Wasabi on a Fresh Cucumber Round (GF, DF)
Smoked Salmon Crostini
Estate Dill Cream Cheese, Capers, and Salmon Roe
MINI CRAB FRITTER
Served with a Roasted Red Pepper Cream Sauce
SHRIMP AND GRITS CAKE
White Cheddar Cheese Grit Cake Topped with Blackened Shrimp, Tomato Jam, and Goat Cheese
ASSORTED OPEN-FACED CANAPÉS
Cucumber with Dill Cream Cheese on White Bread, Pimento Cheese on Wheat Bread, Chicken Salad on Wheat Bread, and Roast Beef and Boursin Cheese on Rye Bread
SLOW BRAISED BEEF SHORT RIBS
Boneless Pulled Slow Braised Beef Short Ribs
Topped with Creamy Horseradish and Micro Greens Placed on a Wonton
MINI VEGETABLE SPRING ROLLS
Napa Cabbage Tossed with Cashews, and Spices Rolled in a Wonton, Wrapped, and Fried (Veg)
CHIMICHURRI BEEF SKEWER
Chargrilled New York Strip and Roasted Potato Wedge (GF)
SCALLOP BLT
Seared Scallop with Niman Ranch Bacon, Sourdough Bread, Arugula, and Dill Aioli
CHICKEN AND WAFFLE
Mini Chicken Nugget and Waffle served with Spicy Maple Syrup
Lunch
STARTERS | CHOICE OF ONE
STARTERS | CHOICE OF SOUP OR SALAD
Signature Salads
Graylyn Signature Salad, Caesar Salad, or Chef’s Choice Seasonal Salad
Signature Soups
Roasted Corn and Country Ham Chowder (GF), Chilled Gazpacho Soup with Avocado (Veg, GF), Tomato Bisque (Veg), or Chef’s Choice Seasonal Soup, Additional Fee May Apply
SIGNATURE ENTRÉES | PRESELECTED CHOICE OF TWO
GRILLED KEY WEST CHICKEN
Served with Tropical Fruit Salsa, Fresh Vegetables, and Rice Pilaf (GF)
Sesame Seared Ahi Tuna
Served with a Sweet Chili Soy Sauce, Basmati-Cilantro Rice, and Fresh Vegetables
PETIT FILET
Grilled Petit Filet Served with a Horseradish Demi-Glace, Whipped Potatoes, and Fresh Vegetables (GF)
$6 surcharge per person
GRILLED SALMON FILLET
Served with a Dijon Peppercorn Cream Sauce, Saffron Rice, and Fresh Vegetables (GF)
DESSERT
DESSERT | CHOICE OF ONE
Chocolate Mousse Parfait (GF), Chocolate Torte (GF), Key Lime Pie, Strawberry Chiffon Cake, Vegan Belgian Chocolate Cheesecake with Fresh Berries (V), or Cheesecake Served With Seasonal Fruit
Brunch
Brunch includes water, ice tea, assorted juices and coffee service. Brunch service times are between 9am-1pm and have a maximum of two-hours.
BRUNCH SELECTIONS
Mr. Gray's Brunch
Assorted Breakfast Breads, Fresh Fruit Display, Applewood Bacon, Buttered Grits, Scrambled Eggs, Southern Fried Chicken Served with Black Pepper Gravy, Creamy Mashed Potatoes, Seasonal Vegetables, and Assorted Mini Desserts
Mrs. Gray's Brunch
Assorted Breakfast Breads, Fresh Fruit Display, O'Brien Potatoes, Sausage Links, Scrambled Eggs, Roasted Salmon Fillet Served with Lemon Lavender Cream Sauce*, Seasonal Vegetables, Rice Pilaf, and Assorted Mini Desserts
Brunch Stations and Beverage Service
BELGIAN WAFFLE STATION
Fruit Compote, Whipped Cream, and Maple Syrup
OMELET STATION
Ham, Peppers, Mushrooms, Cheddar Cheese, Onions, Spinach, and Fresh Eggs
SMOKED SALMON DISPLAY
Served with Fresh Bagels, Assorted Condiments, and Cream Cheeses
Passed Mimosas and Bloody Marys
Juice Choice of Orange, Cranberry, and Pineapple
MRS. GRAY'S TEA SERVICE
Tea Service Includes
Assorted Herbal Teas Served with Lemon Wedges and Mint
Assorted Scones and Biscuits, Assorted Jams and Preserves,
Devonshire Cream, Honey Whipped Butter,
Assorted Tartlettes and Petit Fours,
Imported Cheese Display Served with Berries and Crackers
Graylyn Finger Sandwiches: Cucumber with Dill Cream Cheese on White Bread, Pimento Cheese on Wheat Bread, Chicken Salad on Wheat Bread, and Roast Beef and Boursin Cheese on Rye Bread