15 Unique Wedding Menu Card Ideas To Impress Wedding Guests
Using wedding menu cards isn’t just an elegant way to let your guests know what’s for dinner, it’s also an opportunity to reinforce your wedding theme.
Plus, in some cases, they’re more accommodating in comparison to posting a chalkboard or another alternative to paper menus.
In this article, we’ll look at some unique wedding menu cards we’re pretty sure you’ll love. And while we’re at it, we’ll answer a few of the most-asked questions about wedding menu card etiquette.
Oh, one more thing of note – all of these menu cards are available as part of wedding stationery suites. So if you love a design, you can match it up with your invites, RSVP cards, and more.
Unique Wedding Menu Cards
1. Minimal Shine Foil-Pressed Menu Cards
by Minted
With clean, simple lines and a splash of gold shimmer, these menu cards are the very definition of modern elegance. With your choice of 6 color schemes and 8 foil options, you can easily tailor them to match your other wedding accessories.
Dimensions: 5 x 7 inches
Printing: Foil-Pressed
2. Art Deco Style Menu
by Zazzle
Vintage and art deco weddings are very fashionable right now. In fact, we featured a 1920’s Gatsby-themed styled wedding shoot a while back, and the black and gold elegance of these menus captures that aesthetic perfectly.
Dimensions: 5.5 x 8.5 inches
Printing: Standard
3. Paradise Menu Cards
by Minted
The evening shades and natural foliage design of this menu would be great for an evening wedding on the beach. There are 5 shades from which to choose, but for us, the dusky black and navy won out.
Dimensions: 5 x 7 inches
Printing: Standard
4. Birch Bark Foil-Pressed Menu
by Minted
This menu is gorgeous no matter which one of the 8 colors or 8 foil options you choose. The pattern is modern, but it’s more than that somehow. Intriguing? Unique? It’s hard to find the right descriptor, but in a nutshell this ain’t no ordinary wedding menu.
Dimensions: 5 x 7 inches
Printing: Foil-Pressed
5. Gold Vintage Glamour Monogram Menu
by Zazzle
White and gold! A fantastic combination, especially if you’re planning a traditional white wedding. The font and design of these menus are great examples of vintage details at work, although we’d say these are a bit more subtle than some others.
Dimensions: 5 x 7 inches
Printing: Standard
6. Romantic Blushing Calligraphy Menus
If you put these menus in front of your guests and they don’t remark on how pretty they are, we’re at a loss over here because we think they’re the very epitome of elegance and romance. The fact that you can customize your size, color, and font makes them even more fantastic.
Dimensions: 5 x 7 inches
Printing: Standard
7. Vellum Wedding Menu
There are a few examples of vellum wedding menus out there, and we love this idea! They’re so delicate. The contrast between the textures of the paper and the place setting is really unique, and makes a great choice.
Dimensions: 10.5 x 15 cm
Printing: Standard
8. Round Menu Card
Totally sophisticated and completely unique, this round dinner menu by Etsy seller themeladesignco is the perfect finishing touch to your guest’s place settings! Fitting seamlessly into the middle of any plate, the circular shape turns a necessary but often cumbersome piece of paper into a integral piece of the reception wedding table decor.
Dimensions: 6.25 inches
Printing: Standard
9. Half-Moon Tassels Menu Card
We just adore these simple, delicate, yet modern menus from sablewoodpaperco! The simple type face makes these a really versatile option that would fit right into any wedding theme while the sweet tassel and half-moon shape adds the perfect bit of modern flair. The tassel also comes in 18 different color options, so you’ll be sure to find the one that’s perfect for your big day!
Dimensions: Unavailable
Printing: Standard
10. Pine Menu Card
If you are having an outdoor or rustic style wedding, then this pine tree inspired wedding menu design may just be the perfect pick for you! We just love the watercolour detail that lines the bottom of the paper, and the calligraphy style at the top is the perfect mix of wedding day elegance and nature loving ease. This is also a downloadable wedding menu template that can be edited and printed at home, meaning you have carte blanche to make them completely personal and unique!
Dimensions: 3.5 x 8.5 inches
Printing: Digital printable template
11. Minimalist Wedding Menu Bags
These minimalistic menu bags are just as beautiful as they are practical! We just love their simple, minimalistic design and the ability to keep utensils tucked away before dinner starts is a great feature if you’re having an outdoor reception!
Dimensions: 5 x 7.5 inches
Printing: Standard
12. Malachite Wedding Menu Card
The deep green and golden tones of these Malachite inspired menus are sure to make your guests’ jaw drop as soon as they lay their eyes on them! Made to resemble the crystalized mineral that traditionally symbolizes wealth and protection of evil, this incredible design will not only add the perfect pop of color to your guests’ dinner table, it will help inspire some important elements of a successful marriage!
Dimensions: 6 x 7 inches
Printing: Standard
13. Clear Acrylic Wedding Menu Card
by Etsy: BeckEngravingDesign
Acrylic menus, wedding invitations, or any stationary for that matter, are a great way to add a bit of style and sophistication to your big day! Not only are they super unique, but the heavier material will just naturally feel more expensive and will make your guests feel as though they are at the most exclusive party of the year!
14. Boho Floral Menu Card
Perfectly blending traditional floral patterns with modern and naturalistic boho trends, this beautiful design will is the perfect for look no matter your wedding style! Whether you are having a small, garden wedding or a large and elegant black tie event, these menus will look right at home.
Dimensions: 5 x 7 inches
Printing: Digital printable template
15. Guest Photo Menu Cards
by Etsy: BlushPaperieShop
Talk about personalized! These photo menu cards by Etsy seller BlushPaperieShop are designed to feature a photo of the bride and groom! These cute menu cards become a keepsake following the reception.
Dimensions: 9 x 3.75 inches
Wedding Menu Card Etiquette FAQ
- How many menu cards should I include per table? Should I print a menu for every guest or is using a few per table good enough?
This one depends on a couple of things. First, are you providing a menu with your RSVP? If so, it may only be necessary to have one or two per table. Also, how big are your tables? If there are a lot of people at each table, it may be best to give one to each guest.
We’ll be honest here: it also depends on how well your guests know each other and whether you think they’ll be comfortable passing it around.
It sounds silly, but sometimes it’s awkward for people if they have to use “pass the menu please” as an icebreaker. On the other hand, it could be the perfect icebreaker, it’s up to you to make that judgement call. Of course, this is kind of a moot point if you’re doing it up a family-style feast, where sharing is going to be the name of the game.
- Should I send my menu cards out with the RSVP cards?
That depends on whether you’re offering a pre-selected plated menu with multiple courses, or a buffet-style menu where there’s probably something for everyone. Planning as far ahead as possible is undoubtedly helpful to your caterers, so that’s another thing to consider.
- Should I use individual menu cards if we’re serving a buffet or family-style meal?
Sure! The primary benefit of using menu cards regardless of what kind of meal you’re serving is that it’ll keep everyone informed about what they’re going to eat and what’s in each dish. If your guest has a food allergy or dietary restrictions, this is really helpful.
Other than that, it’s nice for your guests to be able to peruse the menu items when they find their seats and settle in, so they have an idea of what’s available, especially for dessert (that’s always my priority, anyway). If your menus double as place cards, even better.
- What kind of information should I include on my menu cards?
If you’re offering a sit-down, plated meal, include a list of the details of each course and in what order they’ll be served. For a buffet or family-style menu, list the options available and ingredient information on each dish that you’re offering.
Eat, Drink, and Be Merry! Then Repeat
Everything about a wedding celebration is fun (some parts more than others). The food is one of the best parts! Everyone wants to feed their guests well, whether it’s a light reception or a multi-course sit-down meal.
Ask a pro, they’ll tell you the food is one area you can not scrimp on when it comes to your wedding. It only makes sense then to provide your guests with a menu showcasing what they have to look forward to!
Here’s our special recipe for a great wedding: a truckload of good food + an unlimited supply of good wine (more on that in another post) + dancing till you drop = a fabulous time for all. Bon appetit!
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