Group Dinning Information

Thank you for considering Station 1 for your private dining event. The modern American food at the Station is complimented by our chef's daily creations. The bar offers a wide range of liquors, wines, and of course, many beers brewed right here in Maryland.

It is our goal to provide our guests with an excellent dining experience and appreciate you giving us the opportunity to do so.

Station 1 is a fabulous place to gather with friends, family and colleagues. Our location offers distinct dining options that are perfect for a multitude of celebrations; from baby and bridal showers, to rehearsal dinners, birthday celebrations, business meetings, corporate gatherings, holiday parties and everyday get-togethers with friends and family.

Our Event Planner will help guide you through the planning process. From planning your menu to the execution of your event, so you feel confident that your experience will be a great success! If you have any special requests or needs, please make sure to share those with us. If there is something you absolutely desire that is not on our menu, please let us know and we will do our best to accommodate. Our chef is here to make suggestions and even design a special menu for your event.

General Information

Private Dining Room
Our upstairs room is a perfect location for a variety of functions ~ corporate lunch or dinner, meetings, bridal or baby shower, bachelor/ette party, rehearsal dinner, birthday celebration or a fun night with friends!
Available daily for lunch or dinner
We offer a variety of large party menu options including Family style, Buffet, Tailored, or Cocktail Style
Accommodates up to 125 seated and 150 for a cocktail style stand up event, smaller room can be booked to accommodate smaller groups (ask our Event Planner for more details)

AV Equipment:
50" LED Screen
With Inputs for Notebook Computer
DVD/CD Player
Complimentary Wireless Internet Access

Room Fee
To secure your event, Station 1 requires a credit card upon reservation. There is a, non refundable, $50 Room Fee applied to all events, regardless of size. If there is no menu selection the space can be rented for an hourly rate.

CONFIRMATION & GUARANTEE
Station 1 considers confirmation of your event upon receipt of these terms and conditions, signed and accompanying credit card information to secure event. Station 1 requires guaranteed number of guests attending the event at least 72hrs (3 business days) prior to event. Your confirmed guest count will be reflected in the final bill, regardless of any decrease in attendance. Additional guests above the confirmed count will be charged the set per-person rate and added onto the final bill. If no written or verbal change is received prior to the event, the contracted number will be considered your final count and guarantee.

GRATUITY
A 20% gratuity will be charged to all contracted events.

Payment
Acceptable methods of payment are cash, debit card, or credit card (sorry, no checks)

Contracted Services
Outside services contracted by the guest must be approved by Station 1 in advance. Any damage caused to the premises by the guest's contractor will be the responsibility of the guest.

CUSTOMIZED MENUS
We create and include one customized menu per person with our tailored selection. Please let our Event Planner know if you would like to add a special heading to your customized menu.

CANCELLATIONS
Clients may cancel the reservation by written or verbal notice only to our Event Planner @ 301-585-1370 (Station 1) 703-220-5851 Christine's Mobile. Station 1 requires at least 5 days notice for cancellation prior to reservation. If cancellation occurs less than 5 days prior to your event, the credit card on file will be billed a $100 cancellation fee. If cancellation occurs less than 48hrs prior to you event, credit card on file will be billed $100 cancellation fee plus all preselected menu items.

DECORATING
Station 1 would like to make your event as special as possible. If you have any special requests for decorations please contact our Event Planner. We will not permit the affixing of anything to the walls, floors, or ceiling. Absolutely no confetti is allowed. Please check with our Event Planner for more details.

PARKING
There is metered street parking along Silver Spring Ave, and a metered garage behind the restaurant. A surface lot is accessible across the street from the restaurant. Meters are free after 6pm and on Saturdays and Sundays.

LOST AND FOUND
Station 1 is not responsible for damage or loss of any merchandise or articles on the premises prior to, during, or following your event.

BEVERAGE/BAR SERVICE
Station 1 offers a wide selection of non-alcoholic beverages, wines, beer and cocktails. All beverages are purchased on a per drink basis or hourly open bar. Soft drinks and coffee are included in the price of all pre-set menus

MENU SELECTION
Menu selection is due at least 1 week prior to your event to ensure availability of items. Some items require special ordering and with shorter notice may not be available. Your final menu selection (changes or updates) is due at least 72hrs (3 days) prior to event. Any substitutions to preset menus may result in additional charges for items ordered. We have many different menu options developed by our Chefs that will provide you and your guests with the best possible food and service for your event.

Fire Station 1 Group Dining Menus

Menu explanations and options available
All of our menus were created to provide you and your guests with the best experience for your event. Our Event Planner will help you select the best menu to meet you and your guests needs to make sure your event is a huge success. If you have any special requests or dietary needs please make sure to let our Event Planner know so we can accommodate you. Our chef would love to meet with you one-on-one to plan a special customized menu for your party as well; please ask our Event Planner for more details.
All menus are suggestions:
We will work with you to create a menu that works with your budget and makes you event a success.

Full Dining Menu
This menu is only available for parties of 14 guests or less
This is the same menu that we offer in our dining room. Items will be charged as ordered throughout the evening. This is available for lunch or dinner events.
Events of this size may also have the option to use any of the following menus as well.

 

Buffet Style Menu
This menu is available for all parties
This menu is designed for guests to be able to share a variety of items. All items are served in chaffing dishes, larger plates, or bowls and replenished during the agreed amount of time. Lunch buffet style menus are priced at $20 and $25.
Dinner buffet style menus are priced at $25, $35 and $50.
Please contact our Event Planner to customize your own buffet style menu.

 

Cocktail Style Menu
This menu is available for all parties
Enjoy a multitude of tastes by sampling a selection of our most popular appetizers. Appetizers are served in chaffing dishes, larger plates, or bowls and replenished during the agreed amount of time.
Host will select up to 10 items total (minimum of 5), all items are priced per person.

 

Lunch ~ Buffet Style

15 per person

Salad Choice (select 1)
Mixed Green
Caesar

Entree
Served Buffet Style
Assorted Sandwich Wraps
Bourbon BBQ Chicken
Mashed Potatoes
Green Beans Almandine or Glazed Carrots

20 per person

Starter
Served at the tables on large platters
Crab & Artichoke Dip
Station 1 Wings

Salad Choice (select 1)
Mixed Green
Caesar

Entree
Served Buffet Style (select 2)
Bourbon BBQ Chicken
Grilled Salmon
Pork Baby Back Ribs
Mashed Potatoes
Green Beans Almandine or Glazed Carrots

Dessert
Served individually at the tables
Our Event Planner will help you pre-select two desserts for your guests to choose from

Lunch ~ Tailored
This menu is available for all parties up to 40 guests
This menu is designed for your guests to be able to choose their own entrée, along with a small salad or soup option. Appetizers will need to be preselected prior to arrival. Dessert can be preselected or a limited selection can be offered. Host will select up to 4 entrée choices, these will be printed on a customized menu for guests to order from upon arrival. A small mixed green or caesar salad option will be offered for each guest, this will be chosen upon arrival along with entrée. Host will select a variety of appetizers and desserts prior to event, at least 1 week in advance.
20 per person

Salad Choice
Mixed Green
Caesar

Entree
Guests choose from:
Chicken Ranch Wrap
Cuban Sandwich
Club Sandwich
Penne Vodka Pasta with Grilled Chicken
Tuna Melt

Dessert
Our Event Planner will help you pre-select two desserts for your guests to choose from

25 per person

Starter
Served at the tables on large platters
Crab & Artichoke Dip
Station 1 Wings

Salad Choice
Mixed Green
Caesar

Entrée
Lunch Sized Portions, Served with Mashed Potatoes and Vegetable
Bourbon BBQ Chicken
Chicken Marsala
Grilled Salmon
Pan Seared Polenta with Asparagus
Bubbie's Meatloaf

Dessert
Our Event Planner will help you pre-select two desserts for your guests to choose from

Dinner ~ Buffet Style

25 per person

Salad Choice (select 1)
Mixed Green
Caesar

Entrée (select 2)
Served Buffet Style
Bourbon BBQ Chicken
Grilled Salmon
Chicken Marsala
Mashed Potatoes & Vegetable

35 per person

Starter
Served at the tables on large platters
Crab & Artichoke Dip
Station 1 Wings
Romas and Mozz

Salad Choice
Mixed Green
Caesar

Entrée (select 3)
Served Buffet Style
Bourbon BBQ Chicken
Grilled Salmon
Pork Baby Back Ribs
Crab Cakes
Mashed Potatoes & Vegetable

Dessert
Served individually at the tables
Our Event Planner will help you pre-select two desserts for your guests to choose from

 

Dinner ~ Tailored
This menu is available for all parties up to 40 guests
This menu is designed for your guests to be able to choose their own entrée, along with a small salad or soup option. Appetizers will need to be preselected prior to arrival. Dessert can be preselected or a limited selection can be offered. Host will select up to 4 entrée choices, these will be printed on a customized menu for guests to order from upon arrival. A small mixed green or caesar salad option will be offered for each guest, this will be chosen upon arrival along with entrée. Host will select a variety of appetizers and desserts prior to event, at least 1 week in advance.

25 per person

Starter
Served at the tables on large platters
Crab & Artichoke Dip
Station 1 Wings

Salad
Served individually at the tables, guests choose salad
Mixed Green
Caesar

Entree
Pan Seared Polenta with Asparagus
Bourbon BBQ Chicken
Mashed Potatoes & Vegetable
Chicken Marsala

35 per person

Starter
Served at the tables on large platters
Crab & Artichoke Dip
Station 1 Wings
Romas and Mozz

Salad
Served individually at the tables, guests choose salad
Mixed Green
Caesar

Entree
Bourbon BBQ Chicken
Grilled Salmon
Pork Baby Back Ribs
Crab Cakes
Mashed Potatoes & Vegetable

Dessert
Our Event Planner will help you pre-select two desserts for your guests to choose from

~Cocktail Style~
Enjoy a multitude of tastes by sampling a selection of our most popular appetizers.
Appetizers are served in chaffing dishes, larger plates, or bowls and replenished during the agreed amount of time.
Please select up to 10 appetizers, minimum of 5.
Each item is priced per person.

Crab and Artichoke Dip 4
Silver Beef Sliders 4
Crispy Queso Sticks 3
Chicken Quesadillas 5
Beer Steamed Shrimp 6
Station 1 Wings 4
Calamari 6
Romas & Mozz 5
Assorted Pizzas (Choose up to 3 from the menu) 5
Mini Crab Cakes 6
Bite Sized New York Strip 8

Dessert:
Cappuccino Brownie 3
Joe's Mojo Pie 3
Bread Pudding 3
Ice Ceram (Cinnamon, Vanilla, & Chocolate) 3

Bar/Beverage Service
Beverage Pricing: charged per consumption, or per person/per hour for open bar
Draft Beer $5
Bottled Beer $4/$5
Wine by the glass$6 and up
Wines by the bottle$25 and up
'Create your own cocktail' ~ customize a fun drink for you and your guests! Meet with one of our Bartenders to create your own cocktail!
Drink Tickets $5.00 per ticket
Open bar is $12.00 per person per hour
Assorted Sodas, Pink Lemonade and Ice Tea$2.50 per person
Coffee/Hot Tea $2.50 per person
San Pellegrino Sparkling Water $4 per bottle
Aqua Panna Still Water $4 per bottle

Non-Alcoholic Beverage Package: all you can drink $3 per person
Assorted Sodas (Coke Products), Pink Lemonade and Iced Tea

Coffee and Hot Tea Service: all you can drink $4 per person
Coffee and/or Hot Tea
Stations stocked with all appropriate accompaniments

~Station 1 Extras~

Are you hosting a special party and want to provide something 'extra' for your guests? We have many options for you to help give your guests a memorable experience at Station 1. Please work with our Event Planner to coordinate something special for your party.

Gift Cards: Give the gift of good taste! Station 1 gift cards are the perfect little extra to any large party function. Gift cards are available in any amount. In addition, large quantity and corporate discounts are available, please inquire for more details.

Flower Arrangements: We work with Bell Flowers, a local florist, to make arrangements for flowers for your party. Let our Event Planner know what you would like and we will make sure it is all taken care of. Pricing varies and it will be added to your final bill.

Cake: Celebrating a birthday, anniversary or another special occasion and you would like to have a cake for dessert? We will work with Sugar Bakers Bakery to create a custom cake that will fit the mood of your event. If you are looking for something specific please let us know and we would be happy to have it customized you and your guests! Personalized decorations are available. Pricing varies and it will be added to your final bill.

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