Potter collection description
Reflect your wedding style with our Potter menu. Printed on our luxe paper, this classic design features bold stripes and clean type, framed beautifully to highlight your wedding details. Perfect for the couple who's a little bit nautical, a little bit rock n' roll.
Interstellar collection description
Celebrate your wedding with our Interstellar Edge menu—we think it's out of this world. Printed on luxe paper, this low-key whimsical design features a border of starry dots. Perfect for couples who love space, stars, sky, or just have their head in the clouds.
Providence collection description
Reflect your style with our Providence menu. Printed on luxe paper, this nautical design features playful knots that frame your wedding details. Perfect for beach weddings, lakefront affairs, and everyone who loves being seaside.
Escape collection description
Celebrate in style with our Escape menu. Printed on luxe paper, this botanical design uses vintage palm leaves and on-trend pastel peach pink to paint a picture of sunny, botanical bliss. Perfect for the couple getting married in a destination wedding—or just have their sights set on somewhere warm.
Griffin collection description
Celebrate in style with our Griffin menu. Printed on luxe paper, this classic design features delicate filigree details and gorgeous script font—perfect for those craving a bit of drama and a bit of traditionalism all at once. Rooted in the signature warmth and charm of the American South, Draper James always brings the style (no matter your location on the map).
Festival collection description
Spread the wedding love with our Festival menu. Printed on luxe paper, this bold, graphic design features a whimsical mix of vintage fonts and borders reminiscient of a band poster. Perfect for a couple who's a little bit country, a little bit rock n' roll, and a whole lot of unique. Rooted in the signature warmth and charm of the American South, Draper James always brings the style (no matter your location on the map).
Bow Bridge collection description
Share the love with our Bow Bridge menu. Printed on luxe paper, this bold, simple design reflects your wedding style beautifully. We love how the handwritten script font plays against whimsical floral illustration. Rooted in the signature warmth and charm of the American South, Draper James always brings the style (no matter your location on the map).
Baker collection description
Share the love with our Baker menu. Printed on luxe paper, this art deco-inspired design features sharp lines and a cool vintage font—perfect for lovers of Old Hollywood, formal weddings, and anyone craving a little bit of classic glam.
Tamarine collection description
Share the wedding love with our Tamarine menu Printed on luxe paper, this stunning geographic design features intricate tilework inspired by cities across the world. We love it for destination weddings, restaurant parties, and anywhere with bold, bright colors.
Sona collection description
Share the wedding joy with our Sona menu. Printed on luxe paper, this bold design features traditional Indian motifs, bright colors, and modern linework—perfect for couples who want to celebrate out loud.
Larimer collection description
Make a beautiful statement with our Larimer menu. Printed on luxe paper, this modern design features on-trend agate graphics and a clean white background, all highlighting your wedding details very chicly. We love it for weddings that fall somewhere between minimalist and glam.
Novela collection description
Share the joy with our Novela menu. Printed on luxe paper, this classic design features hand drawn magnolia flowers and gorgeous script font. We think it strikes the perfect balance of organic and formal, and works beautifully for weddings of all kinds.
Bonnie collection description
Celebrate your joy with our Bonnie menu. Printed on luxe paper, this sunny design features a handpainted sunflower illustration and whimsically mixed fonts. We love it for couples married in the great outdoors (or anywhere with lots of florals).
Rios collection description
Celebrate in style with our Rios menu. Printed on luxe paper, this bold design features gorgeous fonts and flourishing floral graphics in contrasting color. We think it's a perfect pick for couples having weddings on or near Día de los Muertos.
Perch collection description
Celebrate your love with our Perch menu. Printed on luxe paper, this whimsical, travel-inspired design features a passport stamp motif, plus bold colors and classic fonts. We think it's a perfect pick for destination weddings, or any couple with a major case of wanderlust.
Rue collection description
Celebrate in style with our Rue menu. Printed on luxe paper, this minimalist design features tiny botanical illustrations and classic font, all set against a bold background. We think it's a perfect pick for weddings at wineries, vineyards, restaurants, or anywhere deliciously chic!
Mikasa collection description
Share your wedding joy with the Mikasa menu. Printed on luxe paper, this elegant design features delicate hand-drawn flowers complementing clear typography. We love it for couples getting married outdoors or in a rustic venue. Created in collaboration with Montreal-based graphic designer Grace Cheong.
Malta collection description
Share your tasteful style with the Malta menu. Printed on luxe paper, this intricate design features a delicate frame and sophisticated flourishes, beautifully highlighting your food options. Perfect for the romantic couple planning a magic-filled celebration.
Camarillo collection description
Show your unique style with the Camarillo menu. Printed on luxe paper, this painterly design features stunning watercolor flowers atop delicate calligraphy and modern typography. Perfectly suited for weddings held outdoors or in venues filled with fresh blooms. Created in collaboration with California-based illustrator and calligrapher Jenna Rainey (@jennarainey).
Mantova collection description
Opt for a showstopper with the Mantova menu. Printed on luxe paper, this elegant design features a contrasting border and bold abstract flowers. We think it’s perfect for all weddings, from ballroom celebrations to intimate gatherings.
Jolla collection description
Add joy to every table with the Jolla menu. Printed on luxe paper, this retro design features your delectable food options in a quirky frame. We especially love it for wedding filled with vintage-inspired touches.
Belvoir collection description
Show your great style with the Belvoir menu. Printed on luxe paper, this wintry design features a stunning hand-painted bough of holly and timeless typography. We think it’s perfect for winter celebrations big or small. Created in collaboration with California-based calligrapher and engraver Nina Sandelin Umont.
Reverie collection description
Add color to every table with the Reverie menu. Printed on luxe paper, this botanical design features rainbow hues and elegant typography. We think it’s a stunning choice for celebrations filled with bright touches.
Arthur collection description
Celebrate your wedding style with our Arthur Letterpress menu. This classic letterpress design, printed on luxurious, extra-thick cotton paper, features large, dramatic script typeface. Perfect for all kinds of weddings, from sleek rooftops to formal ballrooms.
Abbey collection description
Reflect your wedding style with our Abbey Letterpress menu. This elegant letterpress design, printed on luxurious, extra-thick cotton paper, features clean lines, script font, and plenty of breathing room. Perfect for couples who are all about simple, classic glamour that stands the test of time.
Kalispell collection description
Celebrate your love with the Kalispell Letterpress menu. This floral letterpress design, printed on luxurious, extra-thick cotton paper, features dainty blooms above elegant typography. We love it for all romantic weddings, from boho to formal.
Weyers collection description
Show your undeniable elegance with the Weyers menu. Printed on luxe paper, this minimalist design features sleek borders beside timeless typography. We love its incredible versatility—it can truly adapt to any type of wedding venue.
Verona collection description
Share the wedding love with our Verona Letterpress menu. This bold and classic letterpress design, printed on luxurious, extra-thick cotton paper, features an elegant mix of typography and clean lines. We think it's a great way to add some timeless glam to your big day.
Weyers collection description
Show your undeniable elegance with the Weyers Letterpress menu. This minimalist letterpress design, printed on luxurious, extra-thick cotton paper, features sleek borders beside timeless typography. We love its incredible versatility—it can truly adapt to any type of wedding venue.
Ames collection description
Add elegance to every table with the Ames menu. Printed on luxe paper, this botanical design features abstract leaves behind a gorgeous frame. We especially love it for traditional weddings in stunning venues.
Manitou collection description
Share the strength of your love with the Manitou menu. Printed on luxe paper, this botanical design features a stunning, hand-drawn tree above timeless typography. We especially love it for rustic and boho weddings full of natural touches.
Braunfels collection description
Celebrate your big day with the Braunfels menu. Printed on luxe paper, this modern design features a sleek frame around timeless typography. We think this works beautifully for a wide range of weddings, from vintage-inspired to traditional.
Hernando collection description
Add a unique touch with the Hernando menu. Printed on luxe paper, this two-toned design features an abstract botanical accent and modern typography. Perfect for plant lovers looking for something fresh.
Violin collection description
Celebrate love with our gorgeous Violin menu. This classic and timeless letterpress design, printed on luxurious, extra-thick cotton paper, features dramatic script calligraphy and timeless typography. We love this for weddings of all kinds, from hotel ballroom to simple backyard party—it truly goes with every vibe, color palette, and location.
Seabay collection description
Go for abstract elegance with the Seabay menu. Printed on luxe paper, this painterly design features brush strokes recalling waves next to timeless typography. We think it’s a beautiful choice for destination weddings and celebrations by the ocean.
Woodland collection description
Showcase your love for nature with the Woodland menu. Printed on luxe paper, this rustic design features hand-drawn mountains above timeless typography. Perfect for couples celebrating in venues full of rustic flair, or offering breathtaking views.
Findley collection description
Celebrate your joy with the Findley menu. Printed on luxe paper, this floral design features stunning hand-painted blooms and classic typography, beautifully highlighting your delicious food options. We think it strikes the perfect balance of formal and ethereal.Created in collaboration with Esther Clark (@estherclarkco), a fine artist specializing in oils, watercolors, and line drawings, based in Saint Paul, Minnesota.
Dubuque collection description
Celebrate your wedding style with the Dubuque menu. Printed on luxe paper, this timeless design features a delicate, botanical border and a chic mix of typography. We especially love it for formal celebrations where fresh touches shine bright.
Humboldt collection description
Keep things fresh with the Humboldt menu. Printed on luxe paper, this botanical design features chalkboard-inspired leaves and flowers, plus modern typography. We especially love it for creative weddings in cool restaurants or industrial lofts.
Leia collection description
Add to your venue’s theme with the Leia menu. Printed on luxe paper, this botanical design features delicate leaves and timeless typography, beautifully highlighting your food options. Perfect for fall weddings in nature, or for couples who love the outdoors.
Marley collection description
Go for fresh style with the Marley menu. Printed on luxe paper, this modern design features bold calligraphy, timeless typography, and a delicate heart. Perfect for any wedding, from formal hotel ballroom to laid-back restaurant.
Oxley collection description
Go for classic with the Oxley menu. Printed on luxe paper, this elegant design features timeless typography on a sleek background. We think this is a stunning choice for any wedding, from formal hotel ballroom to rustic barn.
Griffith collection description
Add a rustic touch with the Griffith menu. Printed on luxe paper, this botanical design features intricate leaves and timeless typography. Perfect for nature-loving couples looking for charm that stands the test of time.
Colbie collection description
Add flair to every table with the Colbie menu. Printed on luxe paper, this vintage-inspired design features timeless typography inside a delicate frame. We love its Art Deco style, perfect for formal and historic venues.
Kearney collection description
Add extra romance with the Kearney menu. Printed on luxe paper, this botanical design features unique flowers and leaves, plus a modern mix of typography. Perfect for rustic, boho, and fairy tale weddings.Created in collaboration with Hollis Callas (@holliscallas), a designer and illustrator living and working in San Francisco, CA.
Hearts collection description
Add to your casino theme with the Hearts menu. Printed on luxe paper, this whimsical design features a timeless mix of typography and calligraphy on a playing card. We think it’s a gorgeous choice for board game lovers and weddings in Las Vegas, Reno, or Atlantic City.
Havasu collection description
Add to your beachy theme with the Havasu menu. Printed on luxe paper, this minimalist design features a subtle sand background and a timeless mix of typography. We think this is a stunning choice for any wedding by the water.
Douglas collection description
Show your tasteful style with the Douglas menu. Printed on luxe paper, this elegant design features a timeless mix of typography, a delicate border, and a fun background. Perfect for couples getting married in rustic, boho, industrial, or urban venues.
A tasteful touch for any celebration
Whether you are a gourmet foodie or a casual diner, everyone loves food. That’s why your wedding menu is such an important part of your big day.
Sure, picking what food to serve is important, but we’re talking about the actual menu cards themselves. This gorgeous piece of paper will delight your guests as they sit down to dinner. The only thing better than finding out you’re getting crab cakes is when that info is printed on a beautiful Zola wedding reception food menu!
All about wedding menus
Why Do Wedding Menus Matter?
When you think about your wedding, can you see how something small—like the menu—shapes the whole event for your guests? While it may look like just a list of dishes on the table, the “menu” is often more than that: it becomes part of the story for your day, joining both function and a sense of style as is.
What Role Does a Menu Play at a Wedding?
Menus at each table don’t just inform people about the “food” you’ve chosen, though that’s their main goal. Frequently, menus help set the mood by letting everyone know the meal is beginning, and they guide each guest through every course. When the menu shares information about ingredients or diets, everyone can find what works best for them. Sometimes, these menus even become a keepsake, connecting each guest to the day in a “personal” way.
Which Menu Styles Are Popular Right Now?
If you want to follow the most current approach, you’ll notice two leading choices for menus in 2024. Foil-pressed designs, featuring light-catching details (especially under candlelight), stand out, and this choice is especially liked during a night event or party. The other main option—letterpress menus—gives you softly pressed text, and the “classic” feel works well for both a natural or modern setting. In both situations, the effect is both visual and physical, which people often enjoy during a special event.
What Menu Designs Work Best for Tables?
Menus need to make the dining process simple and enjoyable for all your guests, and several layouts are common for this reason. The Sundell layout is the most widely used right now, and you’ll also notice Goundry, Violin, Barnell, and Merryton at different tables, allowing for a mix of easy reading and elegant style. Can anyone read it at a glance? That’s the main test.
How Can You Match Your Menu to the Wedding’s Theme?
When you want everything at your wedding to show a united look, carrying main ideas across items is helpful. Sometimes, this involves picking paper that feels right for your table, a typeface that matches your mood, simple lines or borders that suggest the season or setting, or even including a short line about “love” or “food.” With each detail, your menu becomes part of the celebration as is.
Which Details Should Appear on the Reception Menu?
To help everyone, be sure your menu gives the “event” name and date, a clear list of each part of the meal (starter, main, dessert), as well as short notes about the food and drink. Also, include symbols for top diet requests or allergies, and, if you choose, add a brief message from you and/or your partner.
When Should Menus Be Ordered?
Want to avoid rushing or mistakes? Order your menus about two or three months before the day itself. This lets you finish your menu after you’ve selected all your food and drinks with your caterer, giving time for changes, printing, and delivery.
How Are Menus Displayed at Weddings Today?
While having one card for every guest is still common, couples now also use single large menus set at the entrance or on the table, or offer scrolls tied with a ribbon in your chosen color. Sometimes, couples use fabric or acrylic rather than paper—especially if the event features a strong or creative theme. Others might include an interactive approach, letting people talk about “food” with a chef or see each course prepared.
Can the Menu Really Change the Way People Experience the Day?
A simple menu, when it fits the event, will feel like a small but important part of your story. With honest care and a few creative choices, it can go beyond a list of “food,” turning into a memory and linking people to the feeling you want them to have as is.
Menus for every style
From bohemian and botanical to minimalist and modern, there are gorgeous menus of all styles on Zola.
Floral menusModern menusGreenery menusRustic menusWatercolor menusWhimsical menusCultural menusDestination menusBeach menusSummer menusWinter menusSpring menusElegant & Formal menusSimple & Minimalist menusTypography menusClassic & Traditional menusMonogram menusBoho menusMountains menusVintage & Retro menusMaximalist menusNautical menusBarn & Country menusBorder menusGeometric menusFall & Autumn menus
Colors that match your theme
Whether you're going for classic white or a bright array of hues, Zola has menus of every color to match your wedding theme.
Multi menusBlue menusDusty Blue menusRoyal Blue menusNavy menusBlack menusRed menusBurgundy menusWhite menusPurple menusLavender menusPlum menusPink menusRose menusDusty Rose menusCoral menusPeach menusGreen menusEmerald Green menusTeal menusOrange menusYellow menusGrey menusBrown menusOff White menus
Menus of all shapes & sizes
From traditional square menus to fancy arches, Zola has a variety of card shapes to choose from.
Standard menusRounded menusScalloped menusArch menusTicket menusDiamond menus
Mix and match options
With so many features and finishes available, choosing menus can seem daunting. Narrow your search by combining your favorite design options.