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Themed Dinner Menus Catering in NYC
A dinner can be functional—or it can be unforgettable. Themed dinner catering helps your event make a lasting impression, whether you're planning a formal corporate gathering, a creative product launch, or a relaxed holiday celebration. At Susan’s Kitchen in New York City, we craft custom-themed dinner menus that blend culinary creativity with thoughtful presentation. From bold flavors to playful aesthetics, each menu tells a story and enhances the atmosphere of your event. With our corporate catering services, we help companies and hosts bring their ideas to the table—literally.
Themed Dinner Menus
Served Hot In Chafing Dishes Or Room Temperature | 10 Person Minimum | 24 Hours Notice Required.
Add Sliced Fruit (+5.49 Per Guest). Fruit Salad (+4.95 Per Guest)
Southern Comfort
$39.00 per guest
Choice of 2:
- Buttermilk fried chicken [needs 36 hour notice]
- BBQ pork ribs [needs 36 hour notice]
- Smoked chicken [needs 36 hour notice]
- Shrimp etouffee with polenta cakes
Choice of 2:
- Potato salad
- Mac and cheese: three cheese blend, crunchy chip topping
- Southern sweet potatoes: brown sugar, cinnamon
- Memphis style coleslaw: apple cider vinegar dijonnaise
Accompanied by:
- Pickles and BBQ sauce
- Cobb: baby greens, avocado, pickled red onion, bacon, egg crumbles, blue cheese dressing
- Caramelized banana pudding: chantilly cream, nilla wafer crumble
- Corn bread muffins and biscuits honey butter
Italian
$38.00 per guest
Choice of two:
- Chicken: piccata | marsala | parmesan
- Eggplant: piccata | marsala | parmesan
- Steak marsala
- Classic beef meatballs
- Veal: piccata | marsala | parmesan (+ 5.00)
Choose 1 pasta:
• Baked ziti pomodoro
• Penne ala vodka
• Vegetable lasagna roulade
• Penne primavera
Accompanied by:
• Roasted Italian vegetables
• Garlic bread
• Caesar salad
• Cookies, tiramisu shooters and mini italian pastries
America
$38.95 per guest
- Mini burgers on toasted brioche bread with all the trimmings
- Southern chicken fingers with honey mustard dipping
- Crab cakes with chipotle aioli
- Homemade macaroni and cheese
- Old fashioned coleslaw
- Butter lettuce with tomatoes, radish, and cucumber
- Apple pie
Vegan
$36.95 per guest
- Vegetables Khardola Tagine: squash, carrots, potato, zucchini, green beans, pumpkin, raisins, chickpeas, saffron broth, olives and preserved lemon with Moroccan cous cous
- Orange seitan steak: stir fried with red and yellow peppers
- Ginger orange tofu
- Cauliflower steak with tahini sauce
- Garden salad
- Vegan cookies and chocolate truffle
China
$36.00 per guest
- Sesame chicken
- Beef and broccoli or sweet and sour shrimp
- Green beans in black bean sauce
- Veggie fried rice
- Veggie spring rolls with chili sauce
- Asian kale salad
- Regular cookies, matcha cookies and fortune cookies
Hawaiian
$37.00 per guest
- Hula-hula spiced chicken
- Coconut shrimp with bang bang sauce or paniolo grilled steak
- Macadamia nut rice
- Sesame ginger noodles with bean sprouts crispy peas
- Waimea salad with mixed greens roasted peppers, basil and nuts
- Coconut cake with chocolate rum sauce
Mediterranean
$38.00 per guest
- Honey and za’atar glazed chicken kabobs
- Roasted branzino filets with herbed olive oil, lemon drizzle
- Grilled vegetables with fine herbs
- Mediterranean salad: romaine hearts, peppers, cucumbers, tomatoes, red onions, olives, feta
- Homemade pita bread and pita chips with hummus
- Cookies and brownies
India
$36.00 per guest
- Chicken tandoori kabob style
- Broiled curry salmon
- Sautéed spinach with chickpea
- Biryani basmati rice with mixed vegetables
- Garden salad with kheer ka raita: yogurt with cucumber and mint
- Cookies and brownies
- Assorted indian breads including naan
Cuba Latino
$37.00 per guest
- Cuban style baked chicken with cilantro
- Roast pork with mojo sauce or lime cured salmon with papaya chili relish
- Rice and peas: arroz con glandules
- Grilled vegetables and sweet plantain or boiled yucca with garlic sauce
- Garden salad with pineapple and avocado
- Fresh baked cookie and tres leches cake shooters sea salt caramel
Healthy Spa Buffet
$38.00 per guest
- Grilled salmon with roasted red pepper coulis
- Soy and ginger glazed breast of chicken
- Grilled Italian vegetables
- Organic brown rice
- Hummus and grilled whole wheat pita
- Garden salad with mushroom and asparagus
- Chilled ginger spiced melon soup
- Chef’s selection of sorbets
Thailand
$37.00 per guest
- Grilled Thai chicken with spicy peanut sauce
- Salmon marinated with lemongrass, chilies and lime
- Sauteed baby asparagus and baby bok choy
- Thai pad noodles with sweet and spicy chili sauce
- Jasmine coconut rice garnished with chunks of coconuts
- Assorted cookies and brownies including mango rice pudding shooters
Jamaican - Caribbean
$42.00 per guest
- Jamaican jerk chicken
- Island style meatballs
- Grilled mahi mahi with pineapple glaze
- Dirty rice
- Fried cassava with garlic sauce
- Sliced tomato and avocado salad
- Cookies and brownies with coconut rice pudding shooters
Middle Eastern
$38.00 per guest
- Falafel with tahini and yogurt dressing
- Chicken shawarma
- Beef shawarma
- Middle eastern cauliflower
- Israeli chopped salad with romaine lettuce
- Hummus with homemade pita and pita chips
- Dessert platter with baklava
Korean
$39.00 per guest
- Bulgogi beef
- Spicy gochujang chicken
- Miso glazed salmon
- Egg fried rice
- Seasoned bok choy
- Vegetable japchae: sweet potato noodle salad
- Cucumber kimchi salad
- Cookies and brownies
Mexico
$37.00 per guest
- Lime chipotle grilled carne asada
- Chicken breast in spicy bell: pepper corn sauce
- Chili and lime rice
- Mexican roasted vegetables
- Chopped salad with corn, green beans
- Tortillas
- Tapioca pudding and churros with chocolate sauce
Susan's Special Buffets
Served Hot In Chafing Dishes Or Room Temperature | 10 Person Minimum | 24 Hours Notice Required.
Add Sliced Fruit (+5.49 Per Guest). Fruit Salad (+4.95 Per Guest)
Midtown
$38.00 per guest
- Chicken Francaise with charred tomatoes and asparagus tips
- Bistro grilled steak with grilled portobello mushrooms
- Roasted fingerling potatoes
- Baked brussels sprouts
- Baby arugula, beets and goat cheese salad
- Cookies and brownies
5th Avenue
$42.00 per guest
- Seared filet mignon with shallots and mushrooms
- Zesty shrimp
- Roasted butternut squash with dried fruits
- Lemon parsley roasted potatoes
- Susan’s salad
- Cookies and brownies
The Big Apple
$42.00 per guest
- Stuffed chicken with truffle, wild mushroom spinach
- Medallions of beef tenderloin with a truffle red wine reduction
- Roasted new potatoes with shallots and parsley
- Sicilian roasted cauliflower, capers, raisins and breadcrumbs
- Garden salad
- Tuscan farro salad
- Cookies and brownies
Garment District
$42.00 per guest
- Sake and miso roast salmon with wakame seaweed
- Braised boneless chicken thighs with coconut and thai basil
- Sticky rice and shiitake
- Broccoli with oyster sauce
- Baby spinach, red peppers, water chestnuts and bean sprouts
- Cookies and chocolate shooters with ginger cream
- Breads and shrimp chips
Park Avenue
$38.00 per guest
- Burgundy braised beef short ribs with pearl onions, carrots and mushrooms
- Lemon herb chicken Francaise
- Creamy red bliss mashed potatoes
- Sauteed green beans
- House salad mixed greens, dried cranberries, grapes, almonds
- Italian pastries
Room Temperature Buffet
Served Hot In Chafing Dishes Or Room Temperature | 10 Person Minimum | 24 Hours Notice Required.
Add Sliced Fruit (+5.49 Per Guest). Fruit Salad (+4.95 Per Guest)
Susan Buffet-A
$37.95 per guest
- Grilled salmon with black bean salsa and orange chipotle vinaigrette
- Grilled chicken breast chimichurri with roasted sweet peppers
- Roasted cauliflower with smoked paprika and lemon
- Roast yams with cinnamon, pepper and honey
- Garden greens with radish, cucumber and tomatoes cilantro vinaigrette
- Dessert platter
- Cornbread, crisps, rolls and butter
Susan Buffet-B
$39.95 per guest
- Moroccan grilled chicken breast with olives and tart fruit
- Beef sirloin with tomato cabernet compote
- Grilled asparagus with sweet peppers and toasted walnuts
- Penne with roasted tomatoes, basil, olives and parmesan
- Caesar salad
- Biscotti, mini cannoli, fruit tarts, and Italian pastries
Why Choose a Themed Dinner Menu?
Themed dinners turn routine meals into elevated experiences. They allow you to align your food with the tone, season, or message of your event. Imagine a Mediterranean night for a team-building dinner, or a cozy winter lodge menu for your year-end celebration. These thoughtful choices create memorable moments and encourage guest engagement. For those already exploring themed lunch menus, extending the concept into dinner is a natural way to keep the theme going.
Our Most Popular Themed Dinner Menus
We’ve curated a selection of our most requested themes, with menus tailored to suit your guest list and setting. Our Italian pasta night features classics like baked ziti, eggplant parmesan, and garlic bread with seasonal salads. For a festive atmosphere, the Mexican fajita bar offers sizzling proteins, grilled vegetables, tortillas, guacamole, and chips. Health-forward groups often select our grain bowl menu, which pairs nutrient-dense bases with toppings like roasted salmon, tofu, avocado, and citrus vinaigrettes.
Build-Your-Own Options for Interactive Dining
Interactive dinner stations let guests customize their plates while enjoying the social element of a buffet. Our build-your-own bar setups include pasta bars with multiple sauces, a mac-and-cheese toppings station, or even a mashed potato martini bar. Complement this with a custom salad station where guests choose from greens, grains, proteins, and dressings. For hosts seeking flexibility and visual appeal, our build-your-own dinner buffet provides the perfect solution.
Perfect Pairings: Sides, Soups & Sandwiches
Round out your themed dinner with sides that balance flavor and texture. Add a starter from our soups menu like butternut squash or lentil and kale for a warm welcome. Sandwich boards from our sandwich catering offerings pair beautifully with fresh greens and fruit platters. To complete the table, our side salad selections offer both light and hearty options, including Caesar, arugula with lemon vinaigrette, and Mediterranean couscous.
Individual Entrees for Elegant Plated Service
For formal dinners or high-end receptions, individual entrées create a refined experience. Choose from salmon fillet with lemon caper sauce, roasted chicken with seasonal vegetables, or vegetarian mushroom risotto. All dishes from our individual entrees menu are plated with attention to both flavor and presentation, suitable for black-tie events, executive dinners, or intimate celebrations.
Desserts to Match the Theme
End the evening on a sweet note with desserts that tie into your dinner’s mood. From rustic apple galettes to elegant chocolate mousse cups, our pastry chefs craft sweets that feel intentional. Add flair with color-themed treats or logo cookies for branded events. Our desserts catering team can also assist with cakes, tarts, and individual minis to reflect your menu's cultural or seasonal inspiration. You’ll find additional creative ideas on our dessert menu page.
Easy Setup With Drop-Off & Buffet Catering
Not every event needs full-service staffing. Our drop-off platters make it easy to host without hassle. Food arrives labeled, fresh, and ready to present, with disposable or reusable equipment based on your preference. Our buffet menu gives you full control over pacing and presentation while still offering restaurant-level quality.
Tasting & Custom Menu Planning
Every themed dinner menu begins with a conversation. We collaborate with you to understand your vision, dietary needs, and event flow. If you're planning a corporate event or special dinner and want to preview the options firsthand, we offer menu tastings upon request. This step helps you confidently build a cohesive meal your guests will love.
Order With Confidence: Our Catering Policies
To ensure everything runs smoothly, we provide clear guidelines and responsive planning support. You can review order minimums, cancellation terms, and delivery details on our catering policies page. Whether you're booking weeks in advance or planning a last-minute event, we’ll help you navigate the process with ease.
Ready to Book Your Themed Dinner Catering?
Themed dinner menus create an experience your guests will remember long after the meal is over. Whether you’re hosting a professional team, celebrating a holiday, or planning a multi-course plated dinner, Susan’s Kitchen brings the creativity, precision, and hospitality needed to make your event shine. From buffet spreads to plated service, salads to sweets, and tacos to tiramisu—we’ve got your evening covered.
To get started, pair your dinner menu with fan-favorites like our gourmet sandwiches and heroes or creative seasonal sides. Reach out to our planning team today to explore what’s possible.
Themed Dinner Menus
Questions —Answered
Can I customize the menu for my event?
Yes! We pride ourselves on offering a personalized catering experience. Once you choose a theme, you can work with us to adjust the menu to accommodate dietary preferences, specific ingredients, or any special requests. We’ll ensure your dinner is tailored to suit your needs.
Can you set up a buffet or food stations for my event?
Absolutely! We offer flexible serving options, including buffet-style setups, food stations, and plated service. If you have a specific idea in mind for how you'd like your dinner to be served, let us know, and we’ll make it happen.
What is a themed dinner menu?
A themed dinner menu is a curated meal built around a specific cuisine, season, or event concept—such as Italian Night, Mediterranean Mezze, or a Fall Harvest Feast.
Do you offer tastings before booking?
Yes, we offer tasting sessions for corporate clients and private event hosts who wish to preview their menu before the event.
Is staffing included in themed dinner catering?
Staffing can be included for full-service events, or you can opt for our drop-off buffet service if you prefer a simpler setup.
Are your themed dinners available for small groups?
Yes, we cater to both intimate gatherings and large-scale events. Minimums apply, and we’re happy to guide you through menu options based on your guest count.
More Questions?
Let’s Start Planning Your Event!
Our expert event planners are ready to answer your questions and help turn your vision into reality. Whether you’re planning a corporate event or a wedding, Susan’s Kitchen is your trusted partner for top-tier catering services. From healthy options to special dietary needs, we’ve got you covered.
Contact Susan’s Kitchen today to discuss your next event—we’re here to make it unforgettable.
