• Roasted Seasonal Vegetable Platter

  • Fried Chicken Platter

  • Smoked Salmon Platter

  • Poached Shrimp Platter

  • The Big Dipper Platter: Israeli Hummus

  • Grilled Mini Skewers Platter: Thai Chicken

  • Grilled Mini Skewers Platter: Sesame Tofu

Appetizer Platters

Get the party started right.

Need some hors d'oeuvres to simplify your hosting? Or a stunning prelude to a fully catered meal? Either way, appetizers set the tone for an event, sparking interest in the meal to come. Each platter in our wide selection of mouthwatering nibbles comes beautifully arranged and garnished, and guaranteed to beguile. Choose from roasted seasonal vegetables to flaky, cocktail-perfect bites to substantial smoked salmon, frittata or salumi platters—tantalizers so enticing, many customers compose a meal entirely of these scrumptious starters (game day, anyone?).

Sweet Potato & Quinoa Bites Platter ~ $95

Crunchy sweet potato, quinoa and lemon zest bites served with tahini lemon dipping sauce. 

Priced per platter (serves 10 as entrée, 25 as appetizer)

Deviled Eggs Platter ~ $85

Options for: Gluten Free, Vegetarian

A favorite at every party! Made with horseradish and watercress for a zesty bite. 

Priced per platter (36 pieces)

Frittata Platter ~ $75

Options for: Gluten Free, Vegetarian

Hors d’oeuvre-size triangles of savory Italian-style omelet. Choose one:

  • Chorizo, potato & caramelized onion (GF)
  • Tunisian cauliflower with caraway seeds and harissa (V, GF)
  • Green olive, potato & Manchego cheese (V, GF)
  • Artichoke, roasted peppers & Parmesan (V, GF)
  • Bacon, spinach & mushroom (GF)
Priced per platter (48 pieces)

Grilled Mini Skewers Platter ~ $80-130

Your choice of meat, fish, tofu or vegetable, marinated and grilled, and served with a full-flavored dipping sauce. Choose one per platter:

  • Persian lime-curry-spiced chicken skewers with garlic yogurt dip $90 (GF, EWM)
  • Shawarma Tofu with tahini lemon dip $80 (DF, Vegan, EWM)
  • Thai chicken skewers with peanut dip $90 (DF, EWM)
  • Ancho chile & lime chicken skewers with cilantro crema dip $90 (GF, EWM)
  • Sesame tofu & marinated shiitake skewers with miso dip $80 (DF, Vegan, EWM)
  • Spiced salmon skewers with za'atar yogurt dip $130 (GF, EWM)
Price varies (40 3-inch skewers per platter)

Roasted Seasonal Vegetables Platter ~ $85

An arrangement of the season's best vegetables, roasted, tossed in olive oil, and served with your choice of dip. Choose one:

  • Lima bean skordalia (Vegan, GF, EWM)
  • Red pepper aioli (V, GF)
  • Charmoula yogurt (V, GF, EWM)
Priced per platter (serves 15–20)

Big Dipper Platters ~ $55

A choice of our popular dips, served generously in a bowl surrounded by just the right dippers. Choose one pairing per platter:

  • Goat cheese & olive tapenade / garlic crostini (V, EWM)
  • Israeli-style hummus with chopped olives, parsley, olive oil & pine nuts / pita chips (Vegan, EWM)
  • Artichoke & Parmesan / Flatbread crackers (V, EWM)
  • Guacamole & salsa / coarse-ground tortilla chips (Vegan, EWM)
Priced per platter (serves 10–15)

Tapas Platter ~ $120

A taste of sunny Spain. Tortilla Española (Spanish omelet) with potatoes & piquillo peppers and pimentón aioli, Sevillian marinated carrots, Corona beans with smoked paprika, Marcona almonds, and Castelvetrano olives. Served with sliced sweet baguette. 

Priced per platter (serves 15–20)

Mezze Platter ~ $120

A festive Middle Eastern platter of baba ganoush, hummus, dolmas, sliced cucumbers and radishes, marinated feta cheese, paprika-roasted garbanzo beans, house mixed olives and pickled vegetables. Served with toasted pita chips.

Priced per platter (serves 15–20)

Antipasti Platter ~ $120

An Italian-inspired array of marinated fresh mozzarella bocconcini, grilled artichoke hearts, roasted tomatoes, balsamic beets, roasted bell peppers in olive oil, herbed olives, and our award-winning mixed pickled vegetables. Served with breadsticks and flatbread crackers. 

Priced per platter (serves 15–20)

Smoked Salmon Platter ~ $140

Options for: Eat Well Menus

A side of our house-smoked salmon with cucumbers, red onion, crème fraîche, and capers. Served with rye bread and flatbread crackers.

Priced per platter (serves 25–30)

Poached Shrimp Platter ~ $140

Succulent poached wild-caught Gulf shrimp served with a duo of dipping sauces. Choose two:

  • Rémoulade
  • Classic cocktail sauce
  • Lemon aioli
Priced per platter (36 large shrimp)

Crudités Platter ~ $85

Raw, crispy seasonal vegetables served with your choice of dip. Choose one:

  • Hummus (Vegan, GF, EWM)
  • Ranch Dressing (V, GF)
  • Green Goddess Dressing (V, GF)
Priced per platter (serves 15–20)

Sesame-Almond Fried Chicken Platter ~ $95

Options for: Gluten Free

Crispy-fried chicken breasts with sesame, almond, corn flakes and chile peppers; sliced and served with gingery red cabbage slaw and mustard dip.

    Priced per platter (serves 20–25)

    Stuffed Dates Platter ~ $80

    Options for: Gluten Free, Vegetarian

    Enjoy a double-date with our dates two ways: 1) stuffed with gorgonzola and wrapped in prosciutto, and 2) stuffed with goat cheese and topped with coarsely chopped pistachio (V, GF).

      Priced per platter (36 pieces)

      Blue Cheese-Stuffed Endive Spears Platter ~ $90

      Options for: Gluten Free, Vegetarian

      Our best selling Point Reyes Blue Cheese with crisp endive, tart dried cherries and crunchy walnuts. 

        Priced per platter (48 pieces)

        Focaccia Platter ~ $45

        Options for: Vegan, Vegetarian

        Our savory olive oil bread, cut into small squares. Choose one topping per platter:

        • Artichokes & olives (Vegan)
        • Pesto & Roasted Peppers (V)
        Priced per platter (48 two-inch squares)

        Grilled Polenta Platter ~ $100

        Options for: Gluten Free

        Triangles of grilled polenta, ready for topping. Served with with Fig Jam, Jamon Serrano & Aged Manchego.

          Priced per platter (48 pieces)
          Did you know our favorite color is green?
          All of our platters, bowls and tableware (plates, flatware, deli containers, napkins and cups) are compostable. Our serveware (plastic serving utensils) is fully recyclable.
          Special diets?
          We are happy to suggest whole grain and whole wheat options; low-fat, non-fat and alternative milks; vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free and paleo menus; and lighter portions and desserts.

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          Market Hall Caterers

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          Mon–Fri, 8am–5:00pm
          Sat & Sun, 9am–3pm

          Market Hall Foods Rockridge, Oakland
          5655 College Ave.
          Oakland, CA 94618 | (510) 250-6001


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