1200 41st Ave Suite B, Capitola, CA 95010 (831) 854-2212
1200 41st Ave Suite B, Capitola, CA 95010 (831) 854-2212
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Catering

Voted Best Caterer in Santa Cruz County

Our catering department is open Monday-Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm. Whether it’s to place an order or just ask a few questions, please don’t hesitate to give us a call! You can reach us at 831-435-6411, or by email at Catering@busybeescafecatering.com. We look forward to hearing from you!


Pick-up or Deliveries

We offer delivery service from 7am - 3pm or pick up daily from 8am – 2pm.

We recommend placing orders as soon as possible to ensure we can accommodate your request.

During the holiday season please allow ample time to place all orders.


Full Service Events

Please have your date booked at least two weeks in advance, 

however we try to accommodate all requests

Questions? Call (831) 435-6411 or submit an inquiry

Catering Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8-5pm 

Voted Best Caterer 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 by Good Times

Best Caterer 2025 Santa Cruz Sentinel 

Catering Menu

    Breakfast and Brunch

    16 Person Minimum

    • Breakfast Burrito

      All burritos come with egg, pan fried potato and cheese. Cut, individually wrapped, labeled with salsa on the side

      Your choice of meat: bacon, ham, sausage

      Veggie: zucchini, spinach, broccoli

      Vegan: curry tofu, mushroom, zucchini, spinach, garlic, onion, hummus (No cheese)

    • Traditional Breakfast

      A classic breakfast spread with scrambled eggs, fresh seasonal fruit, and your choice of one breakfast side and one protein

      Breakfast side: Pan fried potatoes or sweet potatoes

      Protein: bacon, sausage or greens

      Breakfast Upgrades: pancakes or french toast

      (Egg whites available upon request)

    Boxed Lunches

    • Sandwiches

      Club, Turkey, Turkey Harvest, Chicken Salad, Tuna Salad, Roast Beef, Veggie, Vegan, On assorted bread

      Chefs Choice of - Salad, potato salad, pasta salad fruit

      Chefs Choice of - Cookie, flourless brownie, lemon bar or chia pudding

    • Salads

      Cobb, Caesars goddess w chicken salmon or hallumi, Farmers Market Salad, Chicken salad, tuna salad, Mediterranean Salad, Taco Salad

      Comes with roll & butter

      Dessert - cookie, flourless brownie, lemon bar or chia pudding

    Receptions

    Reception menus are great for standing events

    • Standing Reception

      Seasonal Veggie Tray with house ranch dip & hummus

      Seasonal fruit platter

      Cheese Platter

      Bacon wrapped dates

      Choice of: Deviled Eggs, veggie frittata or tomato basil bruschetta

      Pesto Vegetarian Aram wraps

      Quarter cut sandwiches

    • Light Standing Reception

      Choose 4 from the above menu

    • Kiddish Menu

      Fresh Seasonal Fruit

      Seasonal Veggie platter with House made ranch & hummus dip

      Assorted full size bagels

      Lox & cream cheese spread, plain cream cheese

      Sliced tomato, red onion, capers, pickles

      Bowls of tuna & egg salad

      2 mini desserts per person

    • Parisian

      Parisian Salad

      Grilled Salmon

      Grilled Asparagus Or Broccolini with lemon garlic Aioli

      Cheese Board & artisanal bread

      Lemon Tart

    • Salad Sampler

      Choose 4 salads, 2 proteins

      Comes with Fresh artisan bread & butter

    • Tomato, Basil, Mozzarella Salad

    • Caesars Goddess Salad , parmesan, croutons and Kale

    • Parisian Salad – Baby gems, potato, pickled beets, radish, green beans, egg, olives , capers

    • Watermelon feta mint red onion, mint, honey croutons , arugula

    • Corn, zucchini, cherry tomato , avocado, basil, red onion, spring mix salad

    • Stone fruit, goat cheese, candied pecans, shaved fennel, arugula

    • Strawberry, toasted almond, feta salad, Spinach

    • Farmers Market Salad – Shredded carrots & cabbage, tomato, cucumber, pickled beets, avocado, mixed beans, toasted seeds, herbed mixed green mix

    • Country Potato Salad

    • Edamame & Avocado Quinoa salad

    • French lentil Salad – grilled chicken, sliced tritip, grilled salmon platters, grilled hallumi or grilled tofu

    • Sandwich & Salad Lunch

      Choose 3 Salads

      Quarter Cut Sandwiches - 2 pieces per person

      Veggie pesto aram wrap or vegan hummus wrap - 1 per person

    • Mediterranean

      Hummus/ Babaganoush / Chili Sauce

      Israeli salad

      Israeli rice with lentils

      Roasted Vegetables

      Kofte Lamb or beef

      Grilled Chicken Shawarma

      Flat Bread

    • Taco Bar

      Chicken and Beef

      Spanish Rice

      Beans pinto or black

      All the fixing – lettuce, cabbage, tomato, onion, jalapeño, radish, lime, sour cream, cheese

      Red & green salsa

      Flour & corn tortillas

    A La Carte Menu

    • Artisan Cheese Platter

      Serves 25

      add charcuterie

    • Seasonal Fruit

      Sm serves 25

      lrg serves 50

    • Seasonal Vegetable Tray

      with House ranch dip & hummus

      Sm

      Med

      Lrg

    • Lox and Bagel Platter

    • Farmers Market Spring Rolls

      25 pc minimum

    • Deviled Eggs

      25 pc

      36 pc

      50 pc

    • Antipasti Skewers

      25 pc minimum

    • Salad Sampler

      Choice of 3 - Fresh fruit, potato salad, edamame avocado quinoa, pasta salad, greens and garlic, roasted veg

      sm | serves 10 people

      med | serves 15 people

      large | serves 20 people

    • Veggie Aram Wrapped Sandwich

      24 pc

      36 pc

      48 pc

    • Quarter Cut sandwiches

      24 pc

      36 pc

    • Asparagus Wrapped with Crispy Prosciutto

      25 Pc minimum

    • Hot Artichoke Dip

      Serves 40

    • Traditional Prawns or Tequila Prawns

      2lbs serves 24

    • Ricotta & Spinach Stuffed Mushrooms

      25 pc minimum

    • Veggie Frittata

      25 piece minimum

    • Desserts

      Cookies, brownies, lemon bars

    • Pastries

      Cinnamon rolls, seasonal snack breads, muffins

      Dozen Minimum

    • Quiche

      Spinach & mushroom, Lorraine, Broccoli cheddar, Spinach & bacon

      Sm serves 8

    • Bowl of Berries

      Small serves 20

      Large serves 40

    Beverages

    • Apple or Cranberry Juice

      ½ gallon (serves 10)

    • Orange Juice

      1 gallon (20 servings)

    • Iced Tea

      (unsweetened)

    • Bottled Water

    • Assorted Spindrift Sparkling Water

    • Coffee Service

      Locally roasted coffee with half & half, oat milk, sweeteners, stir sticks, and paper cups.

      96oz disposable traveler serving approx 10-12 guests

    Wedding and Custom Menus Call For Quotes

    Have your guests entertained while watching the chef cook on site if its from elaborate taco bars, Argentinian all day cooking event, farmers market back yard BBQ grilling with marinated meats & fish to Reuben sandwiches grilled on site with sides and salads we have different custom experience for corporate, special events and weddings. Call for a quote today!

    Reception menus are great for standing events

    • Standing Reception

      Seasonal Veggie Tray with house ranch dip & hummus

      Seasonal fruit platter

      Cheese Platter

      Bacon wrapped dates

      Choice of: Deviled Eggs, veggie frittata or tomato basil bruschetta

      Pesto Vegetarian Aram wraps

      Quarter cut sandwiches

    • Light Standing Reception

      Choose 4 from the above menu

    • Salad Sampler

      Choose 4 salads, 2 proteins

      Comes with Fresh artisan bread & butter

    • Tomato, Basil, Mozzarella Salad

    • Caesars Goddess Salad , parmesan, croutons and Kale

    • Parisian Salad – Baby gems, potato, pickled beets, radish, green beans, egg, olives , capers

    • Watermelon feta mint red onion, mint, honey croutons , arugula

    • Corn, zucchini, cherry tomato , avocado, basil, red onion, spring mix salad

    • Stone fruit, goat cheese, candied pecans, shaved fennel, arugula

    • Strawberry, toasted almond, feta salad, Spinach

    • Farmers Market Salad – Shredded carrots & cabbage, tomato, cucumber, pickled beets, avocado, mixed beans, toasted seeds, herbed mixed green mix

    • Country Potato Salad

    • Edamame & Avocado Quinoa salad

    • French lentil Salad – grilled chicken, sliced tritip, grilled salmon platters, grilled hallumi or grilled tofu

    • Sandwich & Salad Lunch

      Choose 3 Salads

      Quarter Cut Sandwiches - 2 pieces per person

      Veggie pesto aram wrap or vegan hummus wrap - 1 per person

    • Parisian

      Parisian Salad

      Grilled Salmon

      Grilled Asparagus Or Broccolini with lemon garlic Aioli

      Cheese Board & artisanal bread

      Lemon Tart

    • Mediterranean

      Hummus/ Babaganoush / Chili Sauce

      Israeli salad

      Israeli rice with lentils

      Roasted Vegetables

      Kofte Lamb or beef

      Grilled Chicken Shawarma

      Flat Bread

    • Taco Bar

      Chicken and Beef

      Spanish Rice

      Beans pinto or black

      All the fixing – lettuce, cabbage, tomato, onion, jalapeño, radish, lime, sour cream, cheese

      Red & green salsa

      Flour & corn tortillas

    • Kiddish Menu

      Fresh Seasonal Fruit

      Seasonal Veggie platter with House made ranch & hummus dip

      Assorted full size bagels

      Lox & cream cheese spread, plain cream cheese

      Sliced tomato, red onion, capers, pickles

      Bowls of tuna & egg salad

      2 mini desserts per person

    Wedding and Custom Menus Call For Quotes

    Have your guests entertained while watching the chef cook on site if its from elaborate taco bars, Argentinian all day cooking event, farmers market back yard BBQ grilling with marinated meats & fish to Reuben sandwiches grilled on site with sides and salads we have different custom experience for corporate, special events and weddings. Call for a quote today!

    Handheld Breakfasts

    Easy individually wrapped breakfast favorites designed for meetings, schools, teams and group gatherings

    Breakfast Burrito

    All burritos include egg, pan fried potatoes, cheese and salsa on the side. Cut in half, individually wrapped, labeled for easy group service

    • Pick One

      Bacon

      Sausage

      Ham

      Veggie: zucchini, spinach, broccoli

      Vegan: curry tofu, mushroom, zucchini, spinach, garlic, onion, hummus (No cheese)

    Biscuit Breakfast Sandwich

    House baked butter biscuit stacked with egg, melted cheddar

    • Pick One

      Bacon

      Sausage

      Ham

      Greens

      Only Egg & Cheese

    Breakfast & Brunch Spreads

    From casual office breakfasts to wedding brunches and bridal showers, our spreads are built to bring people together around great food.

    COASTAL START

    A fresh spread of seasonal fruit and assorted house baked pastries, perfect for lighter breakfasts and morning meetings

    FOG LIFTER

    Our signature house made quiche baked in a flaky butter crust, served with fresh seasonal fruit and an assortment of house baked pastries

    THE VILLAGE

    A classic morning spread featuring fresh seasonal fruit, pancakes or french toast, and your choice of bacon or sausage. Served with butter and syrup

    TRADITIONAL BREAKFAST

    A classic breakfast spread with scrambled eggs, fresh seasonal fruit, and your choice of one breakfast side and one protein

    • Breakfast Side

      Pan-fried Potatoes

      Sweet Potatoes

    • Protein

      Bacon

      Sausage

      Greens

    • Breakfast Upgrades

      Pancakes

      French Toast

      (Egg whites available upon request)

    A La Carte

    • Quiche

      Broccoli Cheddar

      Spinach mushroom

      Spinach Bacon

      Lorraine

      Artichoke

    • House baked assorted pastry platter

      Cinnamon rolls

      Seasonal snack bread

      Muffins

    • Fresh seasonal fruit platter

      Small serves 25

      Large serves 50

    Beverages

    • Apple or Cranberry Juice

      ½ gallon (serves 10)

    • Orange Juice

      1 gallon (20 servings)

    • Iced Tea

      (unsweetened)

    • Bottled Water

    • Assorted Spindrift Sparkling Water

    • Coffee Service

      Locally roasted coffee with half & half, oat milk, sweeteners, stir sticks, and paper cups.

      96oz disposable traveler serving approx 10-12 guests

    • Hot Tea

      Assorted tea, stir sticks, sweetener,

    Individual Bowls

    SANTA CRUZ BOWL

    Quinoa topped with greens, roasted sweet potatoes, spiced garbanzo beans, grated beets, shredded carrots, toasted seeds, lemon tahini dressing

    MEDITERRANEAN BOWL

    Curried Israeli rice, greens, sweet potatoes, grated carrots, shredded beets, grilled chicken, toasted seeds, lemon tahini

    Boxed Lunches

    Pick either sandwich, wraps or salad

    • 15 Person minimum

    SANDWICHES

    Pick up to 3 combos. Comes with side salad, dessert and fruit

    • Sandwich type

      Cashew chicken salad

      Turkey harvest

      Turkey cranberry

      Turkey club

      Tuna salad

      Egg salad

      Roast beef

      Fig jam and brie

      Roasted eggplant and burrata

      Vegan

    • Chefs Choice

      Green salad or potato salad

    • Chefs Choice

      Cookie, brownie, or lemon bar

    WRAPS

    Pick up to 3 combos. Comes with side salad, dessert and fruit

    • Pick u to three

      Cashew chicken salad

      Turkey cranberry

      Chicken caesars goddess

      Veggie pesto

      Vegan

    • Chefs Choice

      Green salad or potato salad

    • Chefs Choice

      Cookie, brownie, or lemon bar

    SALAD

    Pick up to 3 combos. Comes with focaccia bread, dessert and fruit

    • Pick u to three

      Chicken caesars goddess

      Cobb

      Cashew chicken salad salad

      Taco salad

      Tuna salad salad

      Farmers market salad

    • Chefs Choice

      Green salad or potato salad

    • Chefs Choice

      Cookie, brownie, or lemon bar

    Lunch and Buffet Spreads

    From office lunches to weddings and celebrations, our shared lunch spreads are designed to feel generous, easy, and memorable 15 Person Minimum

    Sandwich and Salad Spread

    Quarter cut sandwiches 2 pieces per person Choice of 3 sandwiches Choice of 2 green salads Choose 1 side salad

    • Choice of 2 Green Salads

      Caesars Goddess

      Farmers Market

      Citrus Arugula

      Strawberry Spinach

    • Choose 1 Side Salad

      Broccoli Salad

      Carrot Slaw

      Potato Salad

      Quinoa

    • Choice of 3 Sandwiches

      Cashew Chicken Salad

      Turkey Harvest

      Turkey Cranberry

      Turkey Club

      Tuna Salad

      Egg Salad

      Roast Beef

      Fig Jam and Brie

      Roasted Eggplant and Burrata

      Vegan

    SALAD SAMPLER

    Picks 3 salads (Entree, green and side) Comes with house baked artisan bread

    • Pick one entree salad:

      Chicken caesar goddess

      Cobb

      Chicken taco salad

    • Pick one Green Salad

      Citrus arugula

      Strawberry spinach

      Farmers market (Vegan)

    • Pick a Side Salad

      Potato salad

      Broccoli salad

      Carrot slaw

      Quinoa

    Beverages

    • Apple or Cranberry Juice

      ½ gallon (serves 10)

    • Orange Juice

      1 gallon (20 servings)

    • Iced Tea

      (unsweetened)

    • Bottled Water

    • Assorted Spindrift Sparkling Water

    • Coffee Service

      Locally roasted coffee with half & half, oat milk, sweeteners, stir sticks, and paper cups.

      96oz disposable traveler serving approx 10-12 guests

    • Artisan Cheese Platter

      Serves 25

      add charcuterie

    • Seasonal Fruit

      Sm serves 25

      lrg serves 50

    • Bowl of Berries

      Small serves 20

      Large serves 40

    • Seasonal Vegetable Tray

      with House ranch dip & hummus

      Sm

      Med

      Lrg

    • Farmers Market Spring Rolls

      25 pc minimum

    • Deviled Eggs

      25 pc

      36 pc

      50 pc

    • Antipasti Skewers

      25 pc minimum

    • Salad Sampler

      Choice of 3 - Fresh fruit, potato salad, edamame avocado quinoa, pasta salad, greens and garlic, roasted veg

      sm | serves 10 people

      med | serves 15 people

      large | serves 20 people

    • Veggie Aram Wrapped Sandwich

      24 pc

      36 pc

      48 pc

    • Quarter Cut sandwiches

      24 pc

      36 pc

    • Asparagus Wrapped with Crispy Prosciutto

      25 Pc minimum

    • Hot Artichoke Dip

      Serves 40

    • Traditional Prawns or Tequila Prawns

      2lbs serves 24

    • Ricotta & Spinach Stuffed Mushrooms

      25 pc minimum

    • Veggie Frittata

      25 piece minimum

    • Desserts

      Cookies, brownies, lemon bars

    • Pastries

      Cinnamon rolls, seasonal snack breads, muffins

    • Quiche

      Spinach & mushroom, Lorraine, Broccoli cheddar, Spinach & bacon

      Sm serves 8

    Please call for menu options and pricing

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