
Buffet & Family Style Menu
Shopping for a caterer doesn't have to be a any different than shopping for a restaurant. You should be able to see the menu options and pricing estimate before contacting the caterer to see if they will be a good fit for you. At Toast Catering we pride ourselves in being easy to work with, which is why we're one of the only catering companies in San Diego not playing games and showing pricing on our website. Below is some of our Buffet Dinner Service menu options. We can customize a special buffet menu that's just right for your guests, your event and of course, you!
While the exact pricing will depend upon your specific menu, location, and number of guests, we can say that at Toast Catering, a typical buffet catered wedding or event will range anywhere from $65 to $85 per person, which includes many things others will charge extra for: tables, chairs, linens, glassware and any other expenses related to provide our services. Plus did we mention we cook the food fresh on site! Which most caterers within our price range don't and will bring the food fully cooked to your event.
"Friends and family are still raving about the amazing food from Toast!" – Sandya N., Costa Mesa"The food was outstanding, the bartenders were great and the coordination of everything was perfect." – Kara Z., San Diego
The following buffet wedding sample menu features tray-passed hors d'oeuvres (for one hour) followed by choice of one salad, two main entrées and two side dishes. To get pricing and menu ideas for your wedding or event, call, email or contact us today, 619.795.9135
Passed Bites (Select 3)
Vegetarian
Caprese Skewers
Ciliegines, Cherry Tomato, Basil Oil, Balsamic Reduction
Mac & Cheese
Italian Truffle Cheese, Truffle OilCrispy Japanese Eggplant
Sweet Cherry Tomato, Cilantro Mayo, Crumbled FetaWild Mushroom Pizzettes
Drizzled With Truffle OilCamambert & Truffle Honey
Served on Brioche CrostiniGrilled Cheese & Tomato Bisque
White CheddarWatermelon & Feta
Feta Mousse, Lemon Infused Olive Oil, MintSeafood
Ahi Poke
Sushi Grade Ahi, Crispy Wonton, Micro ShisoMini Fish Tacos
Local White Seasonal Fish, Cilantro-Lime SlawMaryland Crab Cakes
Kaffir-Lime AioliAhi Tuna Tacos
Tuna Tartare, Yuzu Avocado Puree, Micro ShisoHoney Walnut Shrimp
Rosemary Grilled Shrimp
Meyer Lemon Aioli
Poultry
Asian Duck Taco
Crispy Wonton Taco Shell, Asian SlawSam’s Famous Quesadillas
Smoked Turkey, Mango, Brie, Cilantro & JalapenosChicken & Waffles
Pickle Brined Fried Chicken, Buttermilk Waffle, Togarashi Maple SyrupCilantro-Sesame Chicken Cups
Asian Chicken Salad served in Crispy Wonton CupChicken Tostadas
Tinga, Crema, Blue Corn Tortillas, Micro CilantroMeat
Mini Kobe Sliders
Tillamook Extra Sharp White Cheddar, Truffle Aioli, Homemade Miniature Brioche BunsOpen Faced Pork Tamales
Carnitas, Salsa Verde, Crema, Micro Cilantro
Italian BLT
Smoked Prosciutto, Micro Arugula, Baby Heirloom Tomato, Basil Mayo, BriocheTenderloin Beef Skewers
Cilantro Chimichurri Sauce
Bacon Wrapped Dates
Blue Cheese, Smoked Paprika Maple
Fig & Prosciutto Pizzette
Caramelized Onions, GorgonzolaPork Tonkatsu Lollipop
Smoked Pork Belly, Togarashi, Tonkatsu Sauce, Sriracha Kewpie, Green OnionJerk Chicken Tostones
Pineapple SalsaSalads (Choose 1 – Served With Artisan Dinner Rolls And Butter. Add a second salad for $1.50 extra)
Farmer's Market Salad
Artisan Lettuce Mix, Shaved Rainbow Carrots, Cherry Tomato, Organic Fennel, Watermelon Radish, Champagne VinaigretteOrganic Spring Mix Salad
Candied Pecans, Apples, Endives, Blue Cheese, Balsamic VinaigretteRoasted Corn Salad
Artisan Lettuce Mix, Black Bean, Tomato, Cucumber, Cotija Cheese, Crispy Tortillas, Cilantro-Lime DressingChef's Salad
Artisan Lettuce Mix, Tomato, Cucumber, Blue Cheese, Chives, Bacon, Creamy Oregano DressingBlack Kale & Quinoa Tabouleh
Cucumber, Tomato, Red Onion, Parsley, Lemon DressingVery Berry Salad
Spinach, Arugula, Strawberries, Blueberries, Raspberries, Goat Cheese, Sunflower Seeds, Red Onion, Raspberry VinaigretteClassic Caesar Salad
Romaine, Parmesan, Homemade Croutons and DressingEntrees (Choose 2 - Add a third entree or side for $3 extra)
Local & Seasonal White Fish (Add $1.50 pp)
Meyer Lemon-Caper SauceChicken Forestiere
Cremini Mushroom, Chicken Jus, Creme FraicheRed Wine Braised Beef Short Ribs
Rosemary GremolataTOAST SIGNATURE Tri-Tip
(Our most popular option, one of the best Tri-Tip in San Diego)
48 Hours House Rubbed, grilled and smoked to the perfect doneness. Pomegranate BBQ Sauce & Creamy Horseradish Sauce
Grilled Salmon New
Choice of Tuscan Preserved Lemon Salsa Verde or Pesto Aioli
Leek Tarragon Salmon
Braised Leeks, Chardonnay, Fresh TarragonChicken Saltimbocca
Lemon Sage Sauce, Crispy Speck & Fried Sage LeavesButternut Squash Ravioli
Sage Sauce, Parmesan, Amaretti, Fried Sage LeavesGoat Cheese & Sun Dried Tomato Ravioli
Wilted Spinach, Brown Butter, ParmesanSide Dishes (Choose 2)
Traditional Yukon Gold or Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Herb Roasted Heirloom Potatoes
Garlic, Rosemary, Shallot Oil
Four Cheese Mac & Cheese
Gruyere, Smoked Gouda, Sharp Cheddar Cheese, ParmesanGrilled Broccolini
Butter-Mustard
Grilled Asparagus (Add $1 Per Person)
Grilled Cauliflower
Za'atar, Garlic Tahini Sauce, Currants, Almonds, CilantroRoasted Fall Vegetables
Carrots, Beets, Brussel Sprouts, Butternut Squash
Grilled Summer Vegetables
Yellow Squash, Bell Peppers, Zucchini, Red Onion
Baby Summer Squash
Baby Zucchini, Baby Summer Gold, Baby Carrots, Lemon Oil, Feta, BasilDessert and Coffee
Wedding Cake
We are happy to recommend a bakery for your wedding cake. We will slice and serve the cake at no additional fee.Coffee Station
Coffee, Creamer, Sweeteners. Add Decaf and/or Tea for extra cost.Dessert Stations
S'mores
Graham Crackers, Marshmallows and Chocolate. $5 per person.Ice Cream Sundaes or Sandwiches
Local third generation Gelato maker, flavors include Italian Vanilla & Chocolate Gelato with traditional sundae toppings: Chocolate Sauce, Caramel Sauce, Sprinkles, Peanuts, Strawberries, Crumbled Oreo Cookies. $4.50 per person (extra $2 for sandwiches).Cinnamon Churros
Chocolate Sauce. $4.50 per person.Cast Iron Chocolate Chip Cookies
Served with Vanilla Ice Cream. $4.50 per person.Mini Dessert Station
(2 dozen minimum order per flavor and 100 pieces minimum order)Mini Pies and Tarts
$2.50 ea
Sparkling Fruit Tarts. Filled with Lemon, Mango or Passion Fruit, topped with Torched Meringue.
Cream Fruit Tarts. Filled with Cream and topped with fresh berries (Available April-Sept).
Crumble Pies. Apple (Available Sep – Feb) or Berry (Available March – Aug) Crumb with Sugar Snow.
Cake-Based Desserts and Shots
$3.00 ea
Pumpkin Spiced Latte. Pumpkin cake with Latte Cream Cheese and Cinnamon Spiced Buttercream, topped with cinnamon and sugar snow. Available Sep – Feb.
Strawberry Fields Forever. Vanilla Bean cake with Fresh Strawberry Compote and Whipped Cream, topped with Fresh Sliced Strawberries. Available Mar – Aug.
Coffee, Coffee, Coffee. Tiramisu cake with a Kahlua infused, latte cream cheese and Italian buttercream, topped with a cocoa dust and coffee beans.
Mini Dessert Station (Cont)
(2 dozen minimum order per flavor and 100 pieces minimum order)Classics
Mini Cupcakes $2 ea
Lemon Bars $2.50 ea
Presidential Pecan Diamonds. Recipe direct from the White House, crunchy Pecan Pie style mini. $3.00 ea.
Classic 1 oz Cookies. Chocolate Chip, PB Munster, Sea Salt Chocolate Chip, Flavored Shortbreads. $1.25 ea.