Passed hors d’oeuvres
More than 40 cold, hot, premium and plant-based bites, from Caprese skewers to Maine lobster puffs, priced by the dozen.
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Cocktail catering, passed hors d’oeuvres & grazing tables in Manhattan
Passed & Plated is a Manhattan cocktail catering company. We create elegant passed hors d’oeuvres, abundant grazing tables and cocktail platters for weddings, corporate receptions and private cocktail parties.
Cocktail receptions, built around the bites
Every Passed & Plated event starts with two things done beautifully: hors d’oeuvres passed to your guests and a grazing table they can gather around.
Grazing tables
Abundant, artfully styled grazing tables of artisanal cheese, charcuterie, seasonal fruit and artisan breads for 20 guests and up.
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Cocktail platters & boards
Cheese boards, charcuterie, Mediterranean spreads and seafood platters, ready for drop-off or presented setup.
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Passed hors d’oeuvres
Bite-size, beautifully passed
Cold and hot hors d’oeuvres from the garden, the sea and the butcher, plus a Premium Collection for receptions calling for something exceptional. Minimum 2 dozen per selection.
Mini Beef WellingtonBeef tenderloin, mushroom duxelles & puff pastry
Maine Lobster PuffsMaine lobster & Sherry Newburg in puff pastry
Tuna Tartare Wonton CrispsAhi tuna, avocado & sesame-soy on crisp wonton
Whipped Goat Cheese & Fig CrostiniHerbed goat cheese, fig preserve & toasted walnut
Nashville Hot Chicken SkewersButtermilk & pickle-brined chicken, Nashville spice
Premium Lump Crab CakesPremium lump crab, Old Bay & Dijon
Grazing tables
Abundant. Artful. Built to gather around.
Our grazing tables bring together artisanal cheeses, premium charcuterie, seasonal fruit, garden crudités, dips, olives, preserves, honey and artisan breads, styled as the centerpiece of your cocktail reception.
The Grand Grazing Table$34.95 per guest
The Cocktail Table$32.95 per guest
The Charcuterie Table$26.95 per guest
The Mediterranean Table$21.95 per guest
The Coastal Table$39.95 per guest
Cocktail reception packages
Each package pairs a signature display with 6 to 14 passed hors d’oeuvres per guest, balanced across Classic, Signature and Premium selections.
The Manhattan
$59.95per guest
- Artisan Cheese & Charcuterie Display
- 10 hors d’oeuvres per guest
- Choice of 6 selections
- Up to 2 Signature selections
- 1 Premium selection
The Grand Reception
$74.95per guest
- Grand Grazing Display
- 12 hors d’oeuvres per guest
- Choice of 7 selections
- Up to 2 Premium selections
The Fifth Avenue
$89.95per guest
- Grand Grazing Display
- 14 hors d’oeuvres per guest
- Choice of 8 selections
- Up to 3 Premium selections
- 3 miniature desserts per guest
Also available: The Social ($39.95 per guest) and The Cocktail Party ($49.95 per guest). Compare all packages
Made for the cocktail hour, and every hour after
Wedding cocktail hours
Passed bites and a grazing display that carry guests from ceremony to dinner.
Corporate cocktail receptions
Polished receptions for client events, launches, openings and milestones.
Galas & fundraisers
Seamless passed service scaled for large guest counts.
Private cocktail parties
Engagements, anniversaries and milestone birthdays, at home or at your venue.
Complete the reception
Chef-attended stations
Carving, risotto, bao, street tacos and pasta, from $22.95 per guest with a 30-guest minimum.
Miniature desserts
Macarons, petite cheesecakes, pastries and dessert shooters, by the dozen or per guest.
Zero-proof cocktails & coffee
House refreshers, signature mocktails, a zero-proof cocktail bar and coffee service.
How to book cocktail catering
- I
Inquire
Share your date, guest count, venue, event length and style of reception.
- II
Proposal
We recommend the right mix of hors d’oeuvres, grazing, staffing and rentals, itemized in your proposal.
- III
Confirm
A deposit and signed agreement secure your date; a final guest count follows before the event.
- IV
Celebrate
Our team arrives at call time, sets up, serves and breaks down. You enjoy the evening.
Before you book
What does Passed & Plated cater?
Passed & Plated is a cocktail catering company specializing in passed hors d’oeuvres, grazing tables, cocktail platters and cocktail reception packages, with chef-attended stations, miniature desserts and zero-proof cocktails to complete the event. We serve Manhattan, NY; please inquire for events outside of Manhattan.
How many hors d’oeuvres should I order per guest?
Our cocktail reception packages include between 6 and 14 hors d’oeuvres per guest, depending on the package. Share your guest count, event length and style of reception and we will recommend the right quantity.
What is the minimum order for hors d’oeuvres?
Hors d’oeuvres are priced per dozen, with a minimum of 2 dozen per selection. Drop-off orders have a $500 food and beverage minimum, and full-service events a $1,500 minimum.
How many guests do grazing tables serve?
Grazing tables generally require a 20–25 guest minimum, depending on the display. Cocktail platters and boards start at a 10-guest minimum.
How far in advance should I book?
We recommend placing standard catering orders at least 72 hours in advance. Full-service events, grazing tables and larger receptions should be booked as early as possible.
Do you provide staff for cocktail receptions?
Yes. Full-service events include professional waitstaff, bartenders, bussers and shift leads, each booked in 3-hour blocks. We also offer drop-off and presented (delivery with upscale setup) service.
Can you accommodate dietary restrictions?
Vegetarian, plant-based and gluten-conscious selections are available throughout our menu. Please share all allergies when ordering; our kitchen handles common allergens and cannot guarantee an allergen-free environment.
Is gratuity included?
Gratuity is not included. Administrative, delivery and setup fees are not gratuities; gratuity for service staff is at the client’s discretion.
Not sure how much to order?
Tell us your guest count, event duration, venue and style of reception, and our team will help determine the right combination of grazing displays, passed hors d’oeuvres, platters, staffing and service.
Request a proposal