C R E AT I N G C O M M U N I T Y T H R O U G H F O O D ™
local farms. delicious Food. bi-rite service. W W W. B I R I T E C A T E R I N G . C O M
Dry-farmed Early Girl tomatoes from Tomatero Farm
From the moment you place an order to the moment your guests arrive, we’re confident that the seamless service of our catering team will leave you feeling taken care of. Our goal is to handle all the details so you can welcome your guests, relax and enjoy their company. Our seasonal menu changes many times throughout the year so you can celebrate the tastiest offerings from the bounty of Northern California’s local farms. Whether it’s an office lunch, a holiday cocktail party, or a conference breakfast, our crew of talented chefs ensure that every platter of food is prepared using the best ingredients sourced from an array of passionate farmers, ranchers, bakers, cheesemakers and other exceptional food producers. We pride ourselves on serving really delicious food, simply presented, that will nourish your guests while supporting our local community. Our mission is “Creating Community Through Food”, and in that spirit, we treat every catering order from start to finish as if we’re serving guests in our own home.
We all appreciate Bi-Rite so much for your always-great food and for being in our neighborhood.
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Bright and tangy Humboldt Fog cheese from Cypress Grove
P E A K of S E A S O N
SEASONAL MENU
“The food was amazing, with plenty to spare! The staff worked with us to accommodate multiple eating preferences, from adamant carnivores to vegetarians, and put together a seasonal menu with the best of late summer produce. I would use Bi-Rite Catering again in a nanosecond!” – Abby
NO FORK REQUIRED
STICKS 30 six-inch skewers Great for hearty hors d’oeuvres or as a light entrée option for lunch or dinner
CURRIED FREE-RANGE CHICKEN SATAY $65 with Thai peanut dipping sauce (N) POMEGRANATE-MARINATED FREE-RANGE CHICKEN $65 with a refreshing Moroccan mint-yogurt sauce (GF) ANCHO CHILE-MARINATED FREE-RANGE CHICKEN $65 with smoky chipotle-lime aioli (with just a touch of heat!) (GF) GRILLED BEEF SIRLOIN $75 with Argentinian chimichurri sauce (GF) WILD GULF SHRIMP TIKKA $75 with cilantro chutney (GF) BALSAMIC-MARINATED PORTABELLO MUSHROOM $60 with romesco sauce (V, GF, N)
FOCACCIA FLATBREADS * 36 two-inch pieces
ARTICHOKE & FOUR CHEESE $55 with marinara sauce (Veg) CHICKEN SAUSAGE $55 housemade sausage with marinara and mozzarella LAURA CHENEL GOAT CHEESE $55 with grilled vegetables (Veg) WILD MUSHROOM $55 with ricotta, fresh thyme and chili flakes (Veg) CARAMELIZED ONION $55 with olives and feta cheese (Veg)
*Only available for delivery
DIPS AND SPREADS Each platter serves 12-15
FRESH SEASONAL VEGGIE CRUDITÉS $50 A great way to include fresh vegetables in your party menu!
steamed and raw vegetables with choice of Pt. Reyes Farmstead Blue Cheese dip (Veg, GF) or romesco sauce (V, N) MEDITERRANEAN CORNUCOPIA $75 house-made hummus, handmade dolmas, cucumbers, marinated olives, Haloumi cheese and pita triangles (Veg) ANTIPASTI PLATTER $85 with grilled vegetables, olives, house-made pickles, and salumi (GF) CROSTINI KITS $35 Light bites perfect for snacking
50 baguette crostini pieces with your choice of these delicious dips or spreads: • Artichoke and Parmesan - our take on the California classic - artichoke, parmesan and piquillo peppers (Veg) • Laura Chenel Goat Cheese and Sun-dried Tomato Tapenade - creamy spread of goat cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, herbs and olives (Veg) • Fig and Olive Tapenade - a savory spread of dried figs and black olives (V) • House-made Hummus (V)
FRITTATAS $40 16 wedges or 36 bite-size pieces Egg-cellent for breakfast, lunch or as an hors d’oeuvre. Designed to be served at room temperature.
• Spinach, Mushroom & Feta Cheese (Veg, GF) • Wild Gulf Shrimp & Spanish Chorizo (GF) • Smoked Ham & Emmenthaler Cheese (GF) • Spanish Tortilla – potato, onion and green olives (Veg, GF)
NO FORK REQUIRED
CHEESE AND CHARCUTERIE
WARM BITES
Each platter serves 10 - 15
30 pieces per order Reheating is needed for all of our warm bites. Served on oven-safe platters.
HAPPY COWS…AND GOATS AND SHEEP $105 Four artisan cheeses, hand-selected by our cheesemonger for maturity and flavor, garnished with fruit (Veg) WE CAN CUSTOMIZE YOUR CHEESE PLATTER ...SELECT YOUR OWN CHEESES FOR AN ADDITIONAL COST
PIG PARTS $90 American charcuterie platter with the best artisan-made salumi and paté, using only sustainably-raised meats, garnished with olives and cornichons. Great as an antipasto or for DIY sandwiches. BASKET WITH 2 BOXES OF CARR’S WATER CRACKERS
$10
BASKET WITH 2 BAGUETTES, SLICED OR CUT INTO ROLLS $10
CLASSIC CRAB CAKES $90 with lemon aioli on the side WILD MUSHROOM CAKES $75 served with a spicy sriracha aioli (Veg) ARGENTINIAN EMPANADAS $60 ground beef, currants, garlic, and hardcooked egg, served with chimichurri sauce VEGETARIAN EMPANADAS $60 potato, spinach, mushroom, mascarpone, ricotta, parmesan and sage (Veg) (Veg) = Vegetarian (V) = Vegan (GF) = Gluten Free (N) = Contains Nuts
S A N DW I C H E S FOCACCIA FINGER SANDWICHES $75
MINI BAGUETTE SANDWICHES $60
36 two-inch pieces. Up to 2 choices per order. Each platter serves 10-12 people for lunch, and 15-18 as a party platter. For lunch, hors d’oeuvres or light dinner… what could be better than fresh focaccia and some fantastic fillings?
24 two-inch pieces. Up to 2 choices per order. Perfect when you want to mix it up with some salads and cookies for lunch, or for an appetizer.
ROASTED FREE-RANGE TURKEY & SWISS CHEESE with Dijon mustard, aioli and greens ACHIOTE-MARINATED FREE-RANGE CHICKEN BREAST with provolone cheese, chipotle-lime aioli and greens GRASS-FED ROAST BEEF & CHEDDAR CHEESE with horseradish mayo and greens SMOKED HAM & SWISS CHEESE with Dijon mustard, aioli and greens ARTISAN SALAMI & PROVOLONE with romesco sauce and greens (N) LAURA CHENEL GOAT CHEESE & GRILLED VEGETABLES (VEG)
(Veg) = Vegetarian (V) = Vegan (GF) = Gluten Free (N) = Contains Nuts
JAMBON-BEURRE smoked ham, Vella butter and cornichons with a sprinkling of sea salt ROASTED SEASONAL VEGETABLES with romesco sauce (V, N) BRIE WITH FIG-OLIVE TAPENADE and fresh arugula (Veg) SPANISH MANCHEGO WITH MEMBRILLO (QUINCE PASTE) and fresh arugula (Veg)
PAIN DE MIE SANDWICHES $70 24 pieces on soft mini rolls.
SEASONAL CHICKEN SALAD with greens ALBACORE TUNA SALAD with Mama Lil’s pickled peppers and greens
SANDWICHES AND BOXED MEALS
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BOX
ENTRÉE SALAD BOX $15
FOCACCIA SANDWICH BOX $13
Minimum 6 boxes per order, with a minimum of 3 boxes per salad type
Minimum 6 boxes per order,
Served on a bed of fresh greens with baguette roll and seasonal organic fruit or a Bi-Rite Creamery chocolate chip cookie
Same great options as the focaccia finger sandwiches (on facing page), with the condiments on the side Each box comes with a piece of seasonal organic fruit and a Bi-Rite Creamery chocolate chip cookie.
with a minimum of 3 boxes per sandwich type
• Roasted salmon with citrus vinaigrette (GF) • A chiote chicken with pickled onion and chipotle Caesar dressing (GF) • H erb-roasted chicken breast with citrus vinaigrette (GF) • Marinated and grilled portabello mushroom with balsamic vinagrette (V, GF)
“Prepared food from Bi-Rite is delicious. From the crab cakes, to the Mediterranean platter and the sandwiches, everything was incredible. The guests at the party were very impressed.”
- Ashley
MAIN DISHES
GRAINS, GREENS & ROOTS
Each platter serves 12-15
Each platter serves 12-15
PEPPERED BEEF SIRLOIN $95 grilled medium-rare, sliced and served with chimichurri sauce; great for sandwiches! (GF)
MUJADARRAH $40 Mom Mogannam’s fantastic recipe of curried rice with lentils and caramelized onions (V, GF)
SLOW-ROASTED SIDE OF WILD SALMON $105 served whole or in 15 invididual portions, with lemon aioli on the side (GF)
QUINOA AND HEIRLOOM BEAN SALAD $55 with roasted fennel, pickled peppers, and sherry vinaigrette (V, GF)
MOROCCAN SPICE-RUBBED FREE-RANGE CHICKEN BREAST $85 sliced into medallions and served with balsamic-roasted onions (GF) HERB-ROASTED FREE-RANGE CHICKEN BREAST $85 sliced into medallions and served with sun-dried tomato tapenade (GF)
CAESAR SALAD $55 the classic – with house-made croutons, grated parmesan and zesty Caesar dressing SPINACH & FETA SALAD $60 with shallot-red wine vinaigrette, toasted pecans and sweet red onion (Veg, GF, N) MEDITERRANEAN PASTA SALAD $60 with Kalamata olives, sun-dried tomatoes, feta cheese and shallot-red wine vinaigrette (Veg)
“We had such a great time, and heard so many positive things from our guests; you and your staff deserve much of the credit for that. Thanks for everything!”
CLASSIC POTATO SALAD $45 with whole-grain mustard vinaigrette, red onion, celery, parsley, hard-cooked egg (Veg, GF) FARRO AND RAW KALE SALAD $60 with mushrooms and shaved parmesan (Veg) ARUGULA SALAD $60 with shaved fennel, toasted walnuts, ricotta salata cheese and lemon vinaigrette (Veg, GF, N) BASKET OF 2 BAGUETTES, CUT INTO ROLLS $10
- Robin and Dan (Veg) = Vegetarian (V) = Vegan (GF) = Gluten Free (N) = Contains Nuts
ENTREES & SIDES
ENTREES & SIDES
BAKED GOODIES MADE FROM SCRATCH COOKIE DELIGHTS $35 36 Pieces. Choose up to 3 flavors
selection includes chocolate chip, lemon gingersnaps, coconut macaroons and more! (Veg, N) BARS $45 24 full size or 48 bite size; choose up to 3 flavors
selection includes chocolate brownies, honey-almond bars and apricot-oatmeal bars (Veg, N) TARTLETTES $65 25 pieces
your choice of bite-size lemon curd or chocolate cream (one choice per order) (Veg) CHOCOLATE POTS DE CRÈME Anne and Kris’ famous recipe! (Veg, GF) Minis (per dozen) Full Size (per dozen)
$40 $55
LET THEM EAT CAKE Our regular flavors include: • Chocolate midnight with cream cheese frosting • Lemon coconut with lemon curd and coconut buttercream • Classic yellow cake with vanilla buttercream and berries Please ask for our seasonal flavors! 6-inch 8-inch 10-inch 12-inch 14-inch
serves 8-10 serves 10-15 serves 15-20 serves 20-30 serves 30-40
$25 $35 $50 $65 $85
CHOCOLATE CAKE WITH SALTED CARAMEL CREAM FILLING AND CHOCOLATE GANACHE If you’ve tried and loved our Salted Caramel ice cream, you’re sure to love our cake version!
CUPCAKES 1 dozen minimum. 1 flavor per dozen. Packed in bakery boxes.
Same delicious flavors as our cakes! Minis $24 Full Size $35
6-inch 8-inch 10-inch 12-inch 14-inch
serves 8-10 serves 10-15 serves 15-20 serves 20-30 serves 30-40
$30 $45 $60 $80 $105
FOR ICE CREAM AND ICE CREAM CAKES, SEE OUR CREAMERY CATERING MENU AT WWW.BIRITECREAMERY.COM OR CALL 415-626-5600 AND SPEAK TO ONE OF OUR BAKERS
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Wake up! Each order serves about 12
YOGURT $1-$3 each (Veg, GF) BASKET OF BREAKFAST BREADS & MORNING PASTRIES $40 from Bi-Rite Creamery & Bakeshop (Veg) HOUSE-MADE SCONES $45 from Bi-Rite Creamery & Bakeshop. Choice of Cream OR Black Pepper Cheddar. Served with sweet butter and a jar of Mom’s house-made jam (Veg) (Veg)
$25 $35 $45
BAGELS & CREAM CHEESE $35 a dozen local bagels with plain cream cheese (Veg) SMOKED SALMON PLATTER $75 with shaved red onion, capers and cucumbers (GF) FRITTATAS $40 16 wedges or 36 bite-size pieces
See the “no fork required” section of this menu for the available selections HOUSE-MADE QUICHE $30 serves 8-10
Ham & Leek OR Spinach & Emmenthaler (Veg) Provided in a bakery box.
(Veg) = Vegetarian (V) = Vegan (GF) = Gluten Free (N) = Contains Nuts
made my life easy and the food was fantastic.”
HOUSE-MADE GRANOLA $45 maple and brown sugar granola with almonds, sunflower and flax seeds, unsweetened coconut and raisins. Includes a quart of organic 2% milk, and 12 compostable bowls and spoons (Veg, N)
ANNE’S COFFEE CAKE 8-inch serves 8 to 10 10-inch serves 10-15 12-inch serves 15-20
changed that! Bi-Rite Catering
- Nancy
Kid-friendly Each order serves 12-18 little ones
“JUST CHEESE & SAUCE” FOCACCIA PIZZA $40 36 two-inch pieces
focaccia topped with marinara and mozzarella (Veg) PB & J FINGER SANDWICHES $40 36 two-inch pieces
smooth peanut butter and jam on wheat bread (Veg, N) HAM & CHEESE FINGER SANDWICHES $40 36 two-inch pieces
smoked ham and mild cheddar cheese on wheat bread with a little butter to hold it all together MAC ‘N CHEDDAR $40 rich and creamy with the best cheeses – must be reheated (Veg) CHICKEN FINGERS $55 20 pieces
free-range breast fingers coated with breadcrumbs; served with a house-made ranch dipping sauce and ketchup. Best reheated gently KIDS’ CRUDITÉS $40 steamed broccoli and carrots; served with house-made ranch dipping sauce (Veg, GF)
SWEET STUFF, KID-FRIENDLY, WAKE UP!
“I needed to bring food to a family
TO O R D E R YO U R P L AT T E R S
HOW CAN I PLACE MY ORDER?
Please visit our website for our full list of menu offerings. You can contact us via the website, by phone (415-241-9760), or by email (catering@biritemarket.com). Because we make everything from scratch, please note that orders need to be placed by 3 p.m. two business days in advance (cakes require three business days). We require a credit card number to guarantee the order. Orders are charged the day prior to delivery or pick-up. HOW MUCH SHOULD I ORDER?
Our menu provides an approximate number of servings in each dish. For hors d’oeuvres, count on about 3 pieces/items per guest per hour. In addition, you should consider whether your event coincides with a mealtime, or if alcohol will be served; in either of these situations guests are likely to eat more. We’re happy to help you with quantities once we understand a bit more detail about your event.
WHEN AND WHERE CAN I PICK UP MY ORDER? PICK UP:
Orders can be picked up daily during Bi-Rite Market’s business hours – 9 a.m. to 9 p.m at the following locations: Bi-Rite Market, Mission 3639 18th St. at Dolores St. Bi-Rite Market, Western Addition 550 Divisadero St. at Hayes St. At either location, please ask for your order at the deli counter or with a manager on duty. Please allow 10 to 15 minutes for us to gather your order and bring it to you outside the market. DELIVERY:
We can deliver to your home, office or event venue. Delivery is generally available between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m., within the city of San Francisco. The delivery fee will be quoted at the time of order.
Flowers We offer a variety of custom Floral services for events, featuring seasonal, local and sustainably-grown flowers. Speak with your Bi-Rite Catering Representative to discuss options.
BEVERAGES
HOW DOES THE FOOD ARRIVE?
Our food is presented on recyclable platters (for items designed to be served cold or at room temperature) or on oven-safe aluminum platters (for items that require heating). If you prefer to serve on your own platters, we can pack most items in boxes for easier transport. WHAT IF I NEED TO CANCEL?
You may increase, decrease or cancel your order up to 2 days prior to the pick-up or delivery date (3 p.m. is the cut-off each day). Orders canceled with less than 2 days notice will be subject to a fee of 50% of the order total.
WE HAVE IT ALL! Wine, Beer or Soft Beverages-- Our selection fits every budget. We’ll even provide them chilled to save you time and space.
Our wines are hand-selected by our in-house buyers. We also have a wonderful selection of beer, mineral water and natural beverages to complement your menu.
DO YOU PROVIDE PLATES? FORKS? CRYSTAL CHAMPAGNE FLUTES?
Yes to forks and plates - no to the champagne flutes. We exclusively use biodegradable plates, utensils, cups and napkins for our pick-up or drop-off catering service. We charge a nominal fee per setting. Please tell us what you need and we’re happy to include it with your order. We can also provide disposable serving utensils upon request.
“Why do I keep going back to Bi-Rite Catering? Because I know they will make my event a stellar success, and they will make me look good. Try working with them yourself some time. You won’t regret it.”
– Larry
For our most up-to-date menu and a checklist to ensure your event is a success, please visit www.biritecatering.com
email us CATERING@BIRITEMARKET.COM
or Call us (415) 241-9760
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