Welcome! You’ll find a variety of our most popular catering sample menus here. All of our menus are completely customizable to create the right menu for your occasion.
We can accommodate most dietary requirements including gluten-free, dairy free, allergy friendly, and vegetarian and vegan preferences.
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Looking for more? We also offer a full BBQ menu, breakfast and brunch, and holiday favorites such as fish fry, Oktoberfest, and Thanksgiving.
Lunch Menus
Welcome! You’ll find a variety of our most popular luncheon options here, perfect for workplace gatherings, celebrations of life, and everything in between.
Lunch Sample Menu 1
- Stuffed Chicken Breast
- Stuffed Shells
- Parsley Buttered Potatoes
- Mixed Vegetables
- Garden Salad
Lunch Sample Menu 2
- Herb Baked Chicken
- Penne with Marinara
- Au Gratin Potatoes
- Green Beans
- Garden Salad
Lunch Sample Menu 3
- Chicken Romano
- Roast Top Round
- Vegetable Lasagna
- Mashed Potatoes
- Broccoli
- Garden Salad
Lunch Sample Menu 4
- Chicken Marsala
- Herb Crusted Sirloin
- Stuffed Shells
- Scalloped Potatoes
- Roasted Vegetables
- Spring Berry Walnut Salad
Vegan Lunch Sample Menu
- Hummus and Vegetables
- Cucumber Tea Sandwiches
- Vegetable Mushroom Stack
- Penne with Marinara Sauce
- Grilled Vegetables
- Fresh Fruit Bowl
- Spring Berry Walnut Salad
Cold Lunch Options
- Boxed Lunches
- Sandwich, Chips, Fruit, Drink, Cookie
- Sandwich Rings
- Chicken, Egg, Tuna Salad
- Deli Salad
- Potato, Macaroni, Pasta, Broccoli Bacon Cheddar Salad, Coleslaw
Picnic Style Sample Menus
We’ve compiled some of our most popular picnic style menus here to spark your vision for your own event. These summer inspired spreads are the perfect way to celebrate graduations, reunions and birthdays, corporate picnics and more.
A special note: “But what if it rains?” – then JMC pivots. We’re very experienced with the uncertainty of Pittsburgh weather and our team is equipped to handle all manner of your party, including moving everything indoors or under shelter so your celebration can continue, rain or shine.
Picnic Sample Menu 1
- Fried Chicken
- Pulled Pork
- Rigatoni
- Green Beans
- Roasted Red Skin Potatoes
- Garden Salad
- Fruit bowl
Picnic Sample Menu 2
- Pulled Pork
- Hot / Sweet Thoma Sausage
- Macaroni and Cheese
- Vegetable Lasagna
- Au Gratin Potatoes
- Corn on the Cob
- Mixed Vegetables
- Fresh Fruit Tray
Picnic Sample Menu 3
- Brisket
- Pulled Pork
- Penne
- Parsley Potatoes
- Southern Style Green Beans
- Garden Salad
- Macaroni Salad
- Watermelon Wedges
Picnic Sample Menu 4
- Fried Chicken
- Deli Tray
- Potato Salad
- Broccoli Salad
- Coleslaw
- Garden Salad
- Vegetable Tray
Cold Picnic Menu
- Croissant Sandwiches
- Petite Sandwiches
- Pasta Salad
- Broccoli Bacon Cheddar Salad
- Coleslaw
- Apple Walnut Salad
Vegan Picnic Menu
- Portabello Stack
- Risotto Stuffed Peppers
- Marinated Vegetables
- Spring Berry Salad
- Vegetable and Hummus Tray
- Fresh Fruit Tray
Dinner Sample Menus
Below are sample menus designed for dinner. Any menu can be customized to fit your event, no matter the time of day. Appetizers accompany these menus, giving time for your guests to gather for cocktail hour, or mingle for a mixer.
Dinner Sample Menu 1
- Fresh Fruit Tray
- Cheese and Cracker Tray
- Gorgonzola Stuffed Beef Tenderloin
- Petite Crab Cakes with Mango Salsa
- Herb Baked Chicken
- Roast Top Round with A Jus
- Haddock with Mango Chutney
- Rigatoni with Marinara
- Wild Rice Pilaf
- Parsley Potatoes
- Honey Glazed Carrots
- Garden Salad
Dinner Sample Menu 2
- Fresh Fruit and Cheese Tray
- Anti Pasto Tray
- Stuffed Banana Peppers
- Italian Meatballs
- Chicken Romano
- Porkloin
- Roast Top Round with A Jus
- Penne with Vodka Sauce
- Parsley Potatoes
- Green Bean Almondine
- Garden Salad
Dinner Sample Menu 3
- Fresh Fruit Tray
- Charcuterie Tray
- Petite Crab Cakes with Mango Salsa
- Bacon Wrapped Scallops
- Spinach Feta Puffs
- Chicken Romano
- Beef Brisket
- Pork Loin
- Stuffed Shells
- Macaroni and Cheese
- Twice Baked Potatoes
- Southern Style Green Beans
- Garden Salad
Dinner Sample Menu 4
- Fruit and Cheese Tray
- Charcuterie Tray
- Bruschetta with Crostini
- Hot Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms
- Bacon Wrapped Water Chestnuts
- Chicken Marsala
- Herb Crusted Sirloin
- Lemon Caper Salmon
- Vegetable Lasagna
- Scalloped Potatoes
- Green Beans with Mushrooms
- Spinach Salad with Hot Bacon Dressing
Dinner Sample Menu 5
- Melon Wrapped Proscuitto
- Caprese Skewers
- Spinach Feta Puffs
- Chicken Satay
- Grazing Table Upgrade
- Chicken Picatta
- Beef Tenderloin with Red Wine Demi
- Mahi Mahi with Mango Chutney
- Penne with Pesto
- Boursin Mashed Potatoes
- Asparagus
- Broccoli, Carrot, Cauliflower
- Spring Berry Walnut Salad
Dinner Sample Menu 6
- Bruschetta with Crostini
- Shrimp Cocktail
- Smoked Salmon
- Grazing Table Upgrade
- Chicken Marsala
- Beef Tenderloin with Red Wine Demi
- Lemon Caper Salmon
- Zuccini Rollitini
- Lemon Rice
- Boursin Mashed Potatoes
- Southern Style Green Beans
- Brussels Sprouts
- Spinach Salad with Hot Bacon Dressing
Vegetarian Sample Menu
- Fresh Fruit Tray
- Cheese and Cracker Tray
- Caprese Skewers
- Spinach Artichoke Dip
- Cheese Quesadillas
- Vegetable Portobello Stack
- Marinated Vegetables
- Vegetarian Lasagana
- Macaroni and Cheese
- Au Gratin Potatoes
- Green Beans and Mushrooms
- Summer Squash
- Spring Berry Walnut Salad
Vegan Sample Menu
- Fresh Fruit Tray
- Vegetable Spring Rolls
- Vegetables with Hummus
- Vegan Skewers
- Cauliflower Steaks
- Risotto Stuffed Peppers
- Zucchini Rollitini
- Penne with Pesto
- Pineapple Rice
- Roasted Red Skin Potatoes
- Green Beans and Mushrooms
- Autumn Harvest Salad
Pescatarian Sample Menu
- Fresh Fruit Tray
- Vegetables with Hummus
- Mini Crab Cakes with Mango Aioli
- Bruschetta with Crostini
- Mahi Mahi with Mango Chutney
- Portobello Stack
- Rice Pilaf
- Vegetarian Lasagna
- Parsley Potatoes
- Broccoli and Peppers
Kids Special Menus
These are samples of kid focused menus. They are excellent for birthdays, first communions, and any time kids (think they) are running the show! Our special menus for kids can be combined with any of our regular menu items to feed a multi generational crowd.
Kids Special Menu 1
- Chicken Tenders
- Burger Sliders
- Tater Tots
- Penne with Marinara
- Carrot and Celery Cups with Ranch Dressing
Kids Special Menu 2
- Chicken Wings
- Buffalo
- BBQ
- Dry Rub
- Garlic Parmesan
- French Fries
- Watermelon Wedges
Kids Special Menu 3
- House Nuggets
- Little Smokies
- Mac and Cheese
- Corn on the Cob
- Hoagie Ring
- Macaroni Salad
- Fruit Salad
Appetizer Parties
Everyone loves appetizers, especially when there is something for everybody. We set up gorgeous appetizer displays filled with all of your favorites. Choose any appetizers you like and consider upgrading any appetizer selections with server-passed appetizers or a grazing table.
Hot Appetizers
- Stuffed Artichoke Hearts
- Stuffed Mushrooms
- Hot or Sweet Thoma Sausage
- Stuffed Banana Peppers
- Hot or Sweet Thoma Sausage
- Pastry Puffs
- Spinach Feta, Pepperoni and Cheese
- Little Smokies in Puff Pastry
- Petite Quiche
- Baked Brie
- Petite Crab Cakes
- Mango Salsa or Mango Aioli
- Spinach Artichoke Dip
- Egg Rolls
- Ruben Croquettes
Hot Appetizers
- Quesadillas
- Italian Meatballs
- Swedish Meatballs
- Petite Beef Wellingtons
- Gorgonzola stuffed Beef Tenderloin
- Bacon Wrapped Scallops
- Bacon Wrapped Water Chestnuts
- Kabob Skewers
- Shrimp or Vegetarian
- Chicken Brochette
- Chicken Satay
- Chicken Wings
Cold Appetizers
- Assorted Canapes
- Prosciutto Wrapped Melon
- Cucumber Tea Sandwiches
- Bruschetta
- Smoked or Poached Salmon
- Shrimp Cocktail
- Caprese Skewers
- Sushi
- Spring Rolls
Cold Appetizer Displays
- Fresh Fruit Tray
- Vegetable Tray
- Ranch, Spinach Artichoke Dip, or Hummus
- Cheese and Cracker Tray
- Cheese and Fruit Tray
- Antipasto Tray
- Charcuterie Tray
Upgrades
Grazing Table Upgrade
Upgrade any appetizer selections to a grazing table. A grazing table will accompany your appetizers and be spread around the table in a beautiful display that is as stunning as it is delicious.
Grazing selections are based on seasonal and in-house availability. Below are examples- the table will not contain everything listed, and may include speciality items that are not listed. Seasonal fruit, vegetables, nuts and charcuterie are always included.
- Berries
- Assorted Fruit
- Figs
- Mixed Nuts
- Marinated Mozzarella Balls
- Olives
- Dried Apricots
- Grapes
- Pomegranates
- Pretzel Sticks
- Sesame Sticks
- Dips
- Spinach Artichoke, Hummus, Tzatziki, Ranch, Bleu Cheese
- Mustards
- Honey
- Jam
- Assorted Charcuterie
- Assorted Cheeses
- Assorted Chocolates
- Crostini
- Crackers
- Breads
- Gherkins
- Assorted Herbs
Passed Appetizers
Passed Appetizers are served by our experienced JMC team. We pass in small portions and rotate each appetizer to keep the food hot and the options fresh. Passed appetizers are an elegant way to keep guests happy while they mix and mingle. Upgrade your standard appetizers with passed appetizers or choose passed appetizers only with no app buffet.
Chef Stations
Chef Stations are a dynamic, upgrade option. One or more of our chefs prepares each item fresh to order, right in front of your guests, for a fun, interactive experience. Some examples of chef stations:
Omelette Station
Build your own omelettes, waffles, pancakes and more. Cooked to order fresh for you and each one of your guests.
Pasta Station
Customize your own pasta with your choice of protein, vegetables and sauce tossed to order.
Mexican Station
Quesadillas, tacos, burritos and nachos are completely customizable with a chef station. Choose from our delicious proteins, cheeses, vegetables, and toppings to create your favorite.
Carving Stations
Carving Stations are exceptionally impressive. They are excellent additions for weddings and events where you want to elevate the atmosphere and create a memorable experience. Carving Stations feature premium selections like sirloin, filet, prime rib, ham and turkey. Our chef carves each slice on-site for you and every guest.
*Many items are available as a carving station upgrade but are not required. However, the Steamship Round must be carved on-site.
Great Additions
JMC offers party essentials for every event. Choose any or all additions so you can fully enjoy your stress free party.
Essentials
Disposable
- Disposable plates, plasticware and napkins.
- Choose from basic black or upgrade to silver, gold or eco friendly.
- Plastic table covers
Non-disposable
- China
- Silverware
- Linen napkins and tablecloths
Beverages
- Beverage Package
- Includes, water, unsweetened iced tea and lemonade.
- Coffee package
- Includes coffee, decaf coffee, hot tea, sweeteners and half and half.
Other options include but are not limited to:
- Pop
- Bottled water
- Tea
- Juice
- Seasonal beverages such as hot coco and apple cider.
Desserts
- Fresh baked cookies
- Assorted cookies such as chocolate chip, peanut butter, oatmeal raisin, candy coated chocolate chip.
- Brownies
- Pies
- Pumpkin, Apple, Pecan and more.
- Mini Trio
- Strawberry Shortcake, Chocolate Mousse and Bananas Foster
- Gourmet Bar Cookies
- Petite Cheesecakes
- Specialty desserts and christmas cookies
- Sheet cake
Order and Service Style
Choose to pick up your order, have it delivered to your party location and set up by our staff, or include staffing.
Staffing includes set up, food and or beverage monitoring and, event breakdown.
Service style can be upgraded with passed appetizers, plated and served family style meals. Our service style blog has detailed information on service styles to choose from.
Service Additions
- Bartending
- JMC employs experienced, RAMP certified bartenders and can provided mixers.
- Cookie Table
- JMC will set up and refill cookie table throughout your event.
- Cake service
- JMC will cut and pass your cake to your guests and place additional slices on the cookie or cake table.
Gratuity
At JMC, an industry standard 16%-20% gratuity is not automatically included in your final invoice. We believe tipping should be at your discretion, but we also believe that it is important. Our staff works hard to provide exceptional service and gratuity goes directly to the team members who attend your event. Your generosity directly supports their effort and dedication. If you’re happy with their service (and we’re confident you will be), please tip your team accordingly.