RESTAURANT RESERVATIONS
PRIVATE EVENTS
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Reservation Sizes & Requirements:
12–20 Guests: 48-hour notice required for guaranteed seating. A limited menu or pre-order is recommended. Individual, buffet, or family-style service available.
21–30 Guests: 14-day advance booking required. Menu finalized at booking with minimum guarantees. Buffet or family-style service only.
31–70 Guests: 14-day advance booking required. Menu finalized at booking with minimum guarantees. Buffet and passed hors d'oeuvres available.
Restaurant Buy-Out: Minimum 4-hour blocks, including setup and breakdown.
Orders: All orders must be placed and confirmed at least 14 days before the event. Events booked with less than 7 days’ notice will incur an additional 18% service fee or $50, whichever is greater.
Changes to Orders: Changes made with less than 7 days’ notice may incur a service fee of 18% or $50, whichever is greater. Additional food costs may apply.
Event Duration:Served Meals: 1.5 hours from start to finish.
Private Events: 4-hour blocks, including 1 hour for setup and 1 hour for breakdown. Additional fees apply for exceeding time limits, unless otherwise agreed upon in advance.
Guest Guarantees: The confirmed guest count or the actual number served, whichever is greater, will be charged.
Dietary Accommodations: We accommodate dietary requirements at no additional cost, unless complexity warrants a production fee, which will be discussed in advance.
Food Safety: Leftover food cannot be removed unless specifically ordered as carry-out. We do not provide containers for leftovers. -
Booking Seasons:May–October: Premium booking season. Please inquire for pricing.
November–April: $2,000 for a 4-hour restaurant buy-out, which includes food, beverage, service, and equipment.
Blackout Dates: Major sporting events, holidays, and significant campus events. Date confirmation will be provided.
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Cancellation Policy: Cancellations made with less than 5 days’ notice may be subject to full charges. We aim to minimize cancellation fees.
Payment: A 50% deposit is required for non-University of Idaho clients 7 days before the event. Full payment is due on the day of the event. Additional charges will be invoiced the following business day.
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Equipment: Any equipment not returned after the event will be charged to the final invoice. This includes centerpieces, linens, and floral arrangements.
Linen Fees:8-Foot Tables: $25 each
Round Tables (Floor Length): $25 each
Custom sizes: Quoted per event
PRIVATE EVENTs inquiry
The Lookout offers private event bookings, showcasing menus from our restaurant. Please note we do not provide off-site catering services.

