The Crows Nest

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The Crows Nest

The Crow's Nest is perched atop The Cypress Inn Restaurant, Tuscaloosa's premiere casual, river-front dining destination. With views on three sides of the Black Warrior River in combination with southern-inspired dishes that made The Cypress Inn famous, The Crows Nest is the perfect venue for hosting up to 45 family members, guests, friends or business associates.

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The Crows Nest is available for lunch and dinner.

Capacity

 The Crows Nest will accomodate up to 45 guests.

Catering

The Crows Nest is ideal for a variety of food service styles including seated, buffet, family-style and pre-set service. Guests may order from the menu or you can create a special menu your guests are sure to love. The Crows Nest comes equipped with a bar, 50" television and projector screen. 

 

No outside food vendors, caterers, or beverages (including alcohol) allowed with the exception of specialty cakes. There is a $15 cake cutting fee.

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For parties of less than 25, guests may select items off of the restaurant menu. For parties of 25 or more guests, we can create a limited menu or buffet for you.

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If alcohol is desired, we suggest a bartender for parties with 25 or more guests. For parties with 35 or more guests, a bartender is required at the cost of $100.

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Gratuity of 20% on food and alcohol is assessed in addition to taxes of 9%. 15 minutes decorating time allowed prior to event start time.

Room Rental Rates

Lunch

Monday through Sunday, 11 AM - 4 PM (any two hours)

  • $75 for the First Two Hours, $40 for Each Additional Hour

  • No Mimimum Food and Beverage Spend

  • Gratuity of 20% on food and alcohol is assessed in addition to taxes of 9%

  • 15 Minutes Decorating Time Allowed

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Dinner

Sunday through Thursday, 5 PM - 9 PM (any two hours)

  • $100 for the First Two Hours, $40 for Each Additional Hour

  • No Minimum Food and Beverage Spend

  • Gratuity of 20% on food and alcohol is assessed in addition to taxes of 9%

  • 15 Minutes of Decorating Time Allowed

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Dinner

Friday and Saturday, 5 PM - 7 PM or 8 PM - 10 PM

  • $100 for the First Two Hours, $40 for Each Additional Hour

  • $500 Minimum Food and Beverage Spend

  • Gratuity of 20% on food and alcohol is assessed in addition to taxes of 9%

  • 15 Minutes of Decorating Time Allowed

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Included in Rental Fee: Tables, Chairs, Linens, Set Up, Break Down, Clean Up

Deposit & Payment
  • Rental Fee and Signed Contract Required to Reserve Date and Time

  • Rental Fee is Non-Refundabled

  • One Check for Parties of 20 or More Guests

Cancellations
  • Event May Be Rescheduled Within 72 Hours of Event Date Without Penalty

  • No Refund on Rental Fee if Cancelled

Alcohol
  • All Alcohol Must be Provided and Served by The Cypress Inn Restaurant in Compliance with State Law

  • Absolutely NO ALCOHOL May be Brought On Premise

  • Bar Set Up Required for Parties with 35 or More Guests

  • Bar Set Up Includes Bartender, Plastic Serving Ware, Cocktail Napkins, Mixers & Garnishes

  • You May Choose from Cash Bar, Open Bar or a Combination of the Two

  • Bar Set Up Cost: $100 Per Bar

Security
  • Security Requirements are Assessed Per Event

  • Additional Security Charges are Paid by Venue Rentor

  • Cypress Inn Restaurant Reserves the Right to Require Extra Security When Deemed Necessary

DJs, Bands, Entertainment
  • All Bands, DJs & Other Entertainment Must be Approved in Advance by Cypress Inn Restaurant & Catering

Flowers & Decor
  • White Linens Are Included in Your Rental

  • You May Bring Decorations for Tables and Chairs, Please Advise in Advance if Time is Needed to Decorate.

  • Decorations May NOT be Stapled, Taped, Tacked or Nailed to Any Part of the Building

  • Floating Candles May be Used on Guest and Food Tables

Other
  • All Evening Events Must End No Later than 10 PM

  • No Private Events May Charge a "Cover Fee", Per City of Tuscaloosa Ordinance

Questions & Rentals
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501 Rice Mine Rd N
Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
 
Phone:
205-345-6963
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Fax:
205-345-6997
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