General Catering Menu

PLEASE NOTE:
These are a few sample packages; Customized menus always welcomed.

Hors D'Oeuvres Reception

Please Choose up to Nine Hors d’ Oeuvres ~ Unlimited for 2 – 2½ Hours
Let our service staff provide butlered hors d’ oeuvres service for you and your guests.

Tri-Tip Steak Tidbits USA

Cocktail Smoked Bratwurst & Bockwurst w/ Bavarian Mustard Germany

Cocktail Meatballs Sweden

Chinese Style Eggrolls ** China

Mini Chicken Cordon Bleu France

Cocktail Beef Wellington (counts as two items) France

Gromakis *** Hawaii

Petite Cheese and Spinach Quiche* France

Baked Artichoke Heart Truffles with Garlic Butter* Castroville

Ginger Rolled Steak Wrapped Around Green Peppers and Scallions Vietnam

Smoked Chicken-Tequila Quesadillas Mexico

Twice Baked New Potato Caps* Ireland

Teriyaki Chicken Skewers Japan

Baked Phyllo Purses (Filled w/ Brie, Almond, and Pear)* France / Greece

Spicy Chicken & Cheese Empanadas Cuba / Colombia

Petite Crab Cakes w/ Aioli (counts as two items) - Seasonal USA / England

Potato Samosas w** India

Vegetable Pakora** India

Spanakopita * Greece

Risotto Stuffed Mushroom Caps** (***) Italy

Italian Sausage, Herb, Cheese Stuffed Mushroom Caps *** Italy

Baked Phyllo w/ Brie & Raspberry Coulis* France

Baked Asparagus-Asiago Phyllo Crisps France / Greece

Chile-Lime Salmon Satay *** Canada / Norway

Locally Made Cocktail Italian Sausage *** Italy

Port Sauteed Portobello & Wild Mushrooms in Puff Pastry* (counts as two items) France

Pizza Quiche USA / Italy

* = vegetarian or can be made vegetarian
**= vegan or can be made vegan
*** = gluten-free or can be made gluten-free

Cold Hors D'Oeurves

Bruschetta Classica**

Hawaiian Bruschetta**

Crostini w/ Mixed Olive Tapenade**

Vegetable Crudite w/ Artichoke Aioli or Roasted Garlic Hummus (*) (**) (***)

Fresh Seasonal Fruit Platter** (***)

Jumbo Chilled Tiger Prawns w/ Caper Cocktail Sauce ***

European & California Cheese w/ Assorted Crackers *

Savory Puff Shells Filled w/ NY Style Chicken or Crab (Seasonal) Salad

Caprese Skewers* (***)

Price Per Guest
40-74 Guests 36.00     75-99 Guests 34.00     100-199 Guests 32.00     200+ Guests 29.00

Turning it Up a Notch & Options

Wine and Garlic Marinated Tri-Tip Slider Carving Station w/ Mini Rolls & Condiments ~ Add 9.50 per guest

BBQ Shredded Chicken or Pork Sliders w/ Apple-Vinegar red Slaw ~ Add 7.50 per guest - Both Meats Add 9.50 per guest

Mashed Potato Martini Bar: Homemade Real Mashed Potatoes w/a Plethora of Toppings

Sushi Station: Freshly Made to Order by On-site Sushi Chefs

* = vegetarian or can be made vegetarian
**= vegan or can be made vegan
*** = gluten-free or can be made gluten-free

Sit Down Service

Sample Four Course Dinner

Guests May Choose One of the Following

Slow Roasted USDA Choice Angus Prime Rib of Beef Au Jus w/ Au Gratin Potatoes

Fresh Wild Caught Baked Salmon Filet w/ Tropical Salsa w/ Sundried Tomato Risotto Cake

Vegetarian Option: Fire Roasted Risotto Stuffed Bell Pepper w/ Roma Tomato – Chardonnay Broth

All Guests to Receive

Fresh Vegetable w/ Entrée

California Salad:

Mixed Baby Greens, Glazed Almond Slivers, Fresh Berries, Shaved Parmigiana~Tossed in Pomegranate Vinaigrette

Fresh Baked Roll & Butter

Choice of Three Passed Appetizers

Sample Dessert: Tiramisu w/ Chocolate-Raspberry Coulis or Homemade Apple Strudel w/ Kahlua Whipped Cream

China Plates, Sterling Flatware, Table Linens, and Linen Napkins

Water Pitchers and Glasses and Coffee Service

Price Per Guest

25-39 Guests   79.00        40-64 Guests   75.00        65 – 99 Guests   70.00     100+ Guests   65.00
 

Sample Combo Dinner

Main Course

USDA Choice Sirloin Tips w/ Cabernet Mushroom Sauce

Foster Farms Fresh Lemon Chicken Piccata Filets

Rice Pilaf

Green Beans Almondine

Salad Course

 Mixed Baby Greens w/ Feta Cheese, Cherry Tomatoes, Shaved Carrots, Tossed in Aged Balsamic Vinaigrette

Dessert

Assortment of Myer Lemon Squares, Smores’ Bars, Boysenberry Cheesecake Bites, and
Gunther’s Famous Fresh Baked Chocolate Chip Cookies

Fresh Baked Rolls & Butter

Water Goblets & Pitchers / Coffee Service

China / Sterling Flatware / Linens

Price Per Guest

25 -39 Guests   49.00        40-64 Guests   47.00         65-99 Guests   46.00         100+ Guests   44.00  

 For One Entrée: Deduct 5.00 per guest 

PLEASE ASK FOR MORE SIT DOWN MENU OPTIONS

Hot Buffet Packages

Prime Rib Buffet

USDA Choice Roasted Prime Rib of Beef Au Jus Carved to Order Buffet Side

Chicken Scaloppini or Baked Salmon

Roasted New Potatoes, Potatoes Au Gratin, or Rice Pilaf

Fresh Vegetable

Garden Salad w/ Ranch & Balsamic Vinaigrette

Bakery Fresh Rolls and Butter

Coffee, Infused Water, and Lemonade Station

Dessert Station

China, Flatware, and Linen Napkins

Price Per Guest

25-49 Guests   60.00               50-99 Guests   54.00               100-199 Guests   48.00           200+ Guests    45.00 

Three Entrée Buffet

 Sirloin Tips in a Cabernet Mushroom Sauce or Carved Tri-Tips of Beef

 Chicken Breast Filets in a Lemon Caper Sauce, Scaloppini, Marsala, or Teriyaki Sauce

Fettuccini Alfredo or Baked Penne Marinara

Rice Pilaf, Potatoes Au Gratin, or Roasted New Potatoes

Fresh Vegetable

Garden Salad w/ Ranch & Balsamic Vinaigrette

Bakery Fresh Rolls and Butter

Tropical Fruit Punch and Coffee

Disposable Plates, Forks, Knives, Cups, and Napkins

Price Per Guest

25-49 Guests   39.00               50-99 Guests   35.00               100-199 guests   32.00             200+ guests   30.00 

Two Entrée Buffet

Sirloin Tips in a Cabernet Mushroom Sauce or Carved Tri-Tips of Beef

 Fresh Chicken Breast Filets in a Piccata, Scaloppini, Marsala, or Teriyaki Sauce

OR

Substitute Lasagna, Fettuccini Alfredo, or Baked Penne Marinara for either entrée listed above

Rice Pilaf, Potatoes Au Gratin, or Roasted New Potatoes

Fresh Vegetable

Garden Salad w/ Ranch & Balsamic Vinaigrette

Bakery Fresh Rolls and Butter

Tropical Fruit Punch and Coffee

Disposable Plates, Forks, Knives, Cups, and Napkins

Price Per Guest

25-49 Guests   36.00               50-99 Guests   32.00               100-199 guests   29.00             200+ guests   27.00

The Possibilities are endless…We also customize menus to your taste!!

One Entrée Buffet

Sirloin Tips in a Cabernet Mushroom Sauce, Beef Stroganoff, or Hungarian Goulash

OR

Filet of Chicken Scaloppini, Chicken Piccata, Chicken Marsala, or Teriyaki Chicken

Rice Pilaf, Fried Rice, Bow-Tie Pasta, or Roasted Red Potatoes

Fresh Vegetable

Garden Salad, Bakery Fresh Rolls, and Butter

Fresh Perked Coffee and Tropical Fruit Punch

Disposable Plates, Forks, Knives, Cups, and Napkins

Price Per Guest

25-49 Guests   30.00       50-99 Guests   28.00               100-199 guests   25.00             200+ guests   22.00

Lighter Buffet

Choose One: Lasagna, Fettuccini Alfredo, Baked Penne Bolognese, or Baked Penne Marinara

      Garden Salad, Bakery Fresh Rolls, and Butter

Fresh Perked Coffee and Tropical Fruit Punch

Disposable Plates, Forks, Knives, Cups, and Napkins

Add a Second Pasta for 5.00 more per guest

Price Per Guest

25-49 Guests   16.00       50-99 Guests   15.00               100-199 guests   14.00             200+ guests   13.00

Vegetarian Buffet

Fire Roasted Risotto Stuffed Bell Peppers

Pasta Primavera Alfredo

Sautéed Zucchini & Bell Pepper Medley

Garden Salad, Bakery Fresh Rolls and Butter

Fresh Perked Coffee and Tropical Fruit Punch

Disposable Plates, Forks, Knives, Cups, and Napkins

Price Per Guest

25-49 Guests   32.00       50-99 Guests   30.00               100-199 guests   27.00             200+ guests   25.00 

Additional Options

Add Fresh Fruit Salad 3.00 per guest

Add (a) Fresh Fruit Platter(s)- 4.00 per guest

Gunther’s Famous Fresh Baked Chocolate Chip Cookies 1.95 each

Add appetizers or other scrumptious desserts! Ask for more details

CHINA & LINEN PACKAGE UPGRADES AVAILABLE

Full Service ~ Delivery & Setup ~ Restaurant Pickup

Please see back page for options & service details

International Buffet Packages

Mexican Buffet
Choose Two: Chile Colorado, Chile Verde, Carne Asada, Chicken Molé, Enchiladas, Tamales, and Carnitas
Mexican Rice and Refried Beans
Fresh Tortillas, Garden Salad, Fresh Fruit Platters
Tortilla Corn Chips and Homemade Salsa
Fresh Perked Coffee and Tropical Fruit Punch - Disposable Plates, Utensils, and Napkins

Price Per Guest

25-49 Guests   36.00               50-99 Guests   32.00               100-199 guests   29.00             200+ guests   27.00

Oktoberfest Special (available all the time!)
Smoked Bratwurst ~ Bockwurst ~ Bavarian Bratwurst
Hot German Potato Salad ~ Sauerkraut ~ Red Cabbage
Fresh Baked Rye Bread / Bavarian Mustard
Disposable Plates, Utensils, and Napkins

Price Per Guest

22.00 per guest

ALSO AVAILABLE: VEGETARIAN OKTOBERFEST SPECIAL: 22.00 per guest

MORE GERMAN
Stuffed Cabbage
Wienerschnitzel / Jaegerschnitzel
Kassler Ripchen
Rouladen
Sauerbraten
Potato Pancakes
Spaetzle
Apple Strudel & More!

Custom German Menu Pricing - Please Call for Quote

Hungarian Buffet
Magyaras Goulash and Chicken Paprikas
Bow-Tie Pasta and Fresh Green Beans Almondine
Fresh Cucumber Salad and Garden Salad w/ Ranch & Balsamic Vinaigrette
Bakery Fresh Rolls and Butter
Fresh Perked Coffee and Tropical Fruit Punch - Disposable Plates, Utensils, and Napkins

Price Per Guest

25-49 Guests   30.00               50-99 Guests   28.00               100-199 guests   26.00             200+ guests   24.00

Cold Buffet Package

Assorted Deli Meat and Cheese Platters

Roast Beef, Smoked Ham, Roasted Turkey, Pastrami, Italian Salami, Alpine Swiss, and Cheddar Cheese
 

Choose up to Four Salads

Potato, Red Potato, Pasta Bianca, Coleslaw, Macaroni, 3 Bean, Garden Salad, Fresh Fruit Salad

Relish (Antipasto) Tray
A Lavish Assortment of Kosher Dills, Olives, Marinated Artichoke Hearts, and Giardeneira Vegetables

Bakery Fresh Assorted Sliced Breads

Sourdough French, Corn Rye, and Whole Wheat Breads

Condiments

Deli Mustard and Mayonnaise

Beverages: Please Choose Two

- Fresh Perked Colombian Roasted Coffee
- Fresh Brewed Decaffeinated Coffee
- Hot Water w/ Assorted Tea Bags
- House Brewed (Unsweetened) Iced Tea
- Lemonade
- Tropical Fruit Punch
- Assorted Sodas & Bottled Waters (Counts as Two Items)

Price Per Guest

25-49 Guests   19.95         50-99 Guests   18.95         100-199 Guests   17.95           200+ Guests 16.95   

Packages include disposable plates, forks, knives, cups, and napkins

Additional Options

Add (a) Fresh Fruit Platter(s)- 150.00 each

Add (a) Fresh Cut Vegetable Tray(s) with Dip- 125.00 each

Assortment of Lemon Bars, Chewy Fudge Brownies & Fresh Baked Chocolate Chip Cookies: 4.95 per guest

Add a Hot Entrée

Lasagna, Pasta Primavera Alfredo, or Baked Penne Bolognese- 6.50 per guest

Lemon Chicken with Caper Sauce, Chicken Marsala, or Sirloin Tips with Rice Pilaf or Roasted Red Potatoes- 7.95 per guest

****Special****

Deluxe Hot & Cold Buffet Package w/ Desserts

- Cold Buffet

- Add Hot Pasta

- Cookies & Dessert Bars

Price Per Guest
25-49 Guests 28.95         50-99 Guests      27.95           100-199 Guests 26.95      200+ Guests 25.95

Add Appetizers

Please see our hors d’ oeuvre selection for some tasty ideas

NEED PARTY RENTALS AND EVENT SERVICES?

Ask us about tables, chairs, tenting, linens, and lighting

We are proud to be networked with some of the Bay Area’s finest event professionals

DJ’s, Musicians, Photographers, Videographers, Florists, Decorators, and More

Luncheon Favorites

Assorted Sandwich Platter

Choose from one or all of the following:
House Made USDA Choice Roast Beef, House Roasted Turkey Breast, Cure 81 Ham,
Wine Cured Italian Salami, New York Style Tuna Salad, New York Style Chicken Salad, and Vegetarian

Sandwiches on Assorted Breads or Rolls with Lettuce and Tomatoes on the Sandwiches
Mustard & Mayonnaise on the Side

Choose Two Salads:
Potato, Pasta, Cole Slaw, Macaroni, Red Potato, Fresh Fruit Salad or Garden Salad

Chewy Fudge Brownies, Lemon Bars, or Home Baked Chocolate Chip Cookies

Assorted Regular and Diet Sodas and Bottled Waters

Disposable Plates, Forks, Napkins, Mustard and Mayonnaise

Price Per Guest

25-49 Guests   19.95           50-99 Guests   18.95          100-199 guests   17.95      200+ guests   16.95

Bagged or Boxed Lunches

Bagged or Box Lunch #1: Sandwich, Salad, Soda, Dessert 16.00 each

Bagged or Box Lunch #2: Sandwich, Bag of Chips, Soda, Dessert 15.00 each

Bagged or Boxed Lunch #3: Sandwich, Bag of Chips, Soda 14.00 each

Beverage Menu

Basic Bar Package (Unlimited Four Hours)
Assorted Regular, Diet Soft Drinks, and Bottled Waters
House Chardonnay, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Grigio
(Wine Upgrades Available)
Assorted Premium Microbrew, Domestic, and Imported Beers
Professional Bartender(s), Appropriate Glassware, and Barware
Add Champagne & Cider Toast: 3.00 per guest

Price Per Guest
50 Guests or More ~ 29.00                     100 Guests or More ~ 25.00

 
 
Premium Bar Package (Unlimited Four Hours)
Assorted Premium Spirits and Liqueurs (Call Brands, Premiums, and Top Shelf Available)
Your Favorite Blends, Mixes, Juices, and Garnish
Basic Bar Package Listed Above
Professional Bartender(s), Appropriate Glassware, and Barware
Optional: Champagne & Cider Toast

Price Per Guest
Starting at 35.00 per Guest (Based on 50 Guests or More)

Also Available: Martini & Cigar Bars, Tropical Bars, Top Shelf, and Mocktails

Bring Your Own Beverages - We’ll Serve
Bartender: 45.00 per Bartender - per Hour (5 Hour Minimum)

BYOB Package #1
Ice, Disposable Glassware, Appropriate Garnish, Barware – 10.00 per Guest

BYOB Package #2
Ice, Wine Glasses (Bar Only), Champagne Flute or Hi Ball Glass, Appropriate Garnish, Barware - 12.00 per Guest

BYOB Package #3
Ice, Wine Glasses (Guest Tables & Bar), Champagne Flutes, Rocks Glasses, Martini Stemware – 14.00 per Guest

Beverage Service a la Carte
- Your Favorite Wine or Champagne by the Bottle or by the Case- Please Ask for a Quote
- Kegs of Domestic, Imported, or Microbrew Beers (Includes Jockey Box & CO2) 350.00 & up
- Glassware (Champagne Flute, Wine, Martini, Rocks, Hi-Ball, Cordials, Snifters, etc.) 1.00 each
Ice - 15.00 per 20/ lb. Bag
Corkage Fee for Your Wine: NO CHARGE - EVER!

Desserts

Let Gunther’s Complete Any Meal with a Tasty and Fresh Dessert Prepared Just for You and Your Guests.
Decorated Cakes Are Available for Any Occasion.
Here is Just a Small Sample. If You Do Not See a Favorite, Just ask!

Dessert Bars: Key Lime; Boysenberry Cheesecake; Meyer Lemon; Pecan; Chewy Fudge Brownies & More

Cakes: Tiramisu; German Chocolate; NY Style Cheesecake; Carrot Cake; Hungarian Apple Brandy; Black Forest Cake

Specialties: Apple Strudel w/ Homemade Caramel Sauce & Fresh Made Whipped Cream; Bread Pudding; Rice Pudding

Gunther’s Famous Freshly Baked Chocolate Chip Cookies

  Full Service Ice Cream Sundae Bars
Choose 3 Flavors of Treat Ice Cream (Made in San Jose)
Toppings:
Warm Chocolate Diablo, Mixed Berries Jubilee, Homemade Whipped Cream, Caramel Sauce,
Chopped Nuts, Jimmies, Sprinkles, Mini Marshmallows, Cherries, Crumbled Oreos, Bananas
and….GUNTHER’S FAMOUS FRESH BAKED CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES  

China / Linen Upgrades & Rental Equipment

China Place Settings & Linen Package Upgrade

Complete Place Settings and Linen Package Include:
China Plate and Two Pieces of Glassware, Sterling Flatware, Linen Napkins, Table Linens
Linens Included for all Guest Tables, Buffets, and Coffee Stations ~ Additional Linens Available for a Nominal Fee
Standard Linens 12.00 per guest - - - Floor Length Linens: 15.00 per guest - - - Specialty Linens A/Q

Let Us Handle Your Party Rental Needs

We’ll gladly take this responsibility off of your plate!
We sub-contract rental equipment through local, quality, reputable vendors.
We can help you in choosing the right tables, chairs, linens, tents, etc.
Setup / teardown service is also available.

60” Round Tables (Seats 8-10) 12.00 each
8’Rectangular Banquet Tables (Seats 8-10) – May also be Used as Serving Tables 12.00 each
Plastic Chairs w/ Aluminum Frame 2.50 each
Wooden Chairs w/ Pads (White, Black, Natural Wood) 4.50 each
Chiavari Chairs (Silver, Gold, Black, or White) 8.50 each
Market Umbrellas 28.00 each Canopies & Tents – As Quoted
Linens a la Carte 12.00 & up (Many Colors, Sizes, and Themes Available – Please ask)

Delivery / Retrieval Charges may Apply.

Setup and Teardown Available at a Nominal Charge.

Services & Terms

Pickups
We will prepare all of the food on your menu and will have your meal ready for you at your convenience.
Our staff will help you load your automobile. Deposits on non-disposable equipment may be required.

Delivery and Setup
Not only will we prepare a mouth-watering meal, we’ll bring it to you and set it up. A delivery charge will apply.

Professionally Staffed Events
Enjoy your event and your company while our professional service team takes care of you and your guests.
Staff Charges: 45.00 per hour - per staff (with a guarantee of 5 hours per staff).
450.00 minimum staffing charge (1000.00 minimum for Sundays) 
In accordance with state labor laws, staff rates for 8-12 hours will be billed at 1.5 times. After 12 hours at double time.
Staffing will be assigned in accordance with the proper needs of the event as determined by Gunther’s Catering

STAFFING CHARGE INCLUDES COSTS TO COVER:
Aggregate Liability Insurance, Employee Benefits, Health Certificates, Proper Business Licensing,
and the Cost of Doing Business in the Bay Area / California

Gratuities
A suggested 18% (pre-tax) gratuity will be added to all full service and delivery/setup events

Sales Tax
Sales tax will be added to all food & beverages.
Per the California Board of Equalization, service charges, delivery fees & rental items are subject to sales tax.

Payment
Gunther’s requires a 25% non-refundable initial payment based on the estimated guest count.
Guest count and any balance remaining must be submitted ten days prior to your event.

We accept cash, company or personal checks, Visa, American Express, Discover, and MasterCard.
Prices are subject to change until an event has been booked.
Premiums may be added during holidays and peak business times.