Mexican Fiesta Catering NYC

A Fiesta Without the Fuss

There’s something special about hosting a gathering that feels joyful without feeling overworked. When spring finally settles into New York City and the sidewalks begin to hum with life again, it’s hard not to feel the pull to celebrate. A Mexican-style fiesta is one of the most inviting ways to do just that—vibrant food, generous flavors, and a rhythm that encourages guests to serve themselves, linger longer, and enjoy each other’s company.

You don’t need to hire a professional caterer to make it happen. In fact, the best gatherings often feel homemade in the best way. With just a bit of thoughtful planning, you can channel the same festive spirit found in full-service Mexican Fiesta Catering NYC events right into your own kitchen, backyard, or apartment. It starts with great ingredients, simple ideas, and a little help from the season itself.

MEXICAN THEME COCKTAIL EVENT PARTY MENU

Celebrate Cinco DE Mayo With Us
All Home Made
20 guest minimum (48 hour notice).
Gluten free options available upon request.

PASSED HORS D’ OEUVRES CHOOSE 8

VEGETARIAN

• Mexican 7 layers Shooters with nachos
• Three-cheese or vegetable enchiladas
• jalapeno spring roll
• Wild Mushroom and Chihuahua Cheese Quesadillas Topped with Fresh Tomato-Arbol Salsa
• Mexican Rice Stuffed Tomatoes Topped with a Sweet Pepper Sour Cream
• Polenta Shapes with spicy cactus, papaya and red onion salsa, crème fraiche and fresh cilantro
• Three Bean and Cheese Empanaditas with a creamy avocado lime dipping sauce
• Miniature Corn Cup filled with a papaya, tomatillo, black bean, red roasted peppers, onions and fresh cilantro in a spicy balsamic cumin sauce, garnished with sour cream and roasted pumpkin seeds
• Tiny Corn Pancake with white and black beans, mango-avocado salsa, cream cheese and fresh cilantro
• Crispy Potato Sopa (Masa Boats) with herb goat cheese, arugula pesto and mango-red chili tomatillo salsa

POULTRY

• Adobo chicken skewers
• Chicken Flautas
• Tequila and Lime Marinated Chicken Skewers
• Chipotle rubbed grilled chicken on skewers
• Mole Chicken Skewers
• Spicy Chicken Empanaditas with raspberry guacamole
• Tiny Colorful Soft Shell Chicken Tacos with herb goat cheese or (cream cheese), mushrooms and tomatillos served with apricot- pine nut mole
• Miniature Crispy Sopa (Masa Boats) with spicy grilled chicken, three cheeses, green pumpkin seeds and served with cactus-papaya salsa
• Tiny Chicken Quesadilla made with assorted colored flour tortillas filled with spicy marinated chicken breast, brie, mango, pecans and fresh cilantro Served with cool pineapple-lime salsa

BEEF, LAMB AND PORK

• Mini Beef chimichanga
• Braised Chile spiced short rib sliders with black bean compote
• Corn Arepas with Pulled Pork and Pickled Red Onions
• Mini beef taquitos served with Pico De Gallo
• Bite-Size Steak and Queso Cabrales Taquitos with a Tomatillo Sauce
• Adobo Marinated Steak Skewers with Salsa Verde
• Mexican Spiced Roast Beef Bundle, Rare roast beef wrapped around Thin slices of mango, Monetary Jack cheese, red pepper, baby corn and fresh cilantro tied with scallion ribbon. Served with avocado-raspberry salsa
• Spicy Beef or Pork Empanaditas served with mango guacamole
• Tiny Colorful Soft Shell Beef or Pork Taco with three cheese, sautéed mushrooms, and tomatillos, served with apricot-pine nut mole
• Miniature Crispy Sopas (Masa Boats) with spicy beef or pork picadillo (tomatoes, chipotle chilies and tangy raisin sauce) garnished with sour cream and fresh cilantro
• chorizo & cheese won tons
• Bacon wrapped stuffed jalapenos
• Tiny Beef or Pork Quesadillas made with assorted colored flour tortillas and filled with spicy marinated beef or pork, three cheeses, tomatoes, green chili, fresh cilantro, green pumpkin seeds. Served with sour cream and orange-chipotle sauce

SEAFOOD AND FISH

• Tequila shrimp skewers
• Grilled achiote shrimp mini tostadas with avocado garnish
• Jalapeno Shrimp with a Mango and Cilantro Sauce
• Spicy Shrimp and Scallop Empanaditas with chunky mango-avocado salsa
• Spicy Shrimp Ceviche with fresh coconut in tiny corn cup
• Masa (Corn Flour) Turnovers with Shrimp, poblano chilies, portabello mushroom and three cheeses. Served with Plum-lime pico de gallo
• Tiny Colorful Soft Shell Tacos with shrimp, three cheeses, cactus, roasted yellow peppers and pumpkin seeds with peach salsa
• Miniature Crispy Masa Boat with salmon, brie, dried cranberries, green chili and tomatillos
• Smoked Salmon Nachos with lox style or filet smoke salmon on blue corn tortilla, crème fraiche and spicy apricot-cilantro chutney
• Fresh Crab Quesadilla with roasted green peppers, Monterey Jack cheese and pineapple kiwi salsa

STATIONARY HORS D’ OEUVRES

• Tri-Colored Corn Tortilla Chips Served with Black and White Bean Salsa; Fresh Guacamole; Pico de Gallo
• Cazuela de Queso Mexican Three Cheese Fondue Served with Market Fresh Vegetables

PASSED DESSERTS

• Bite Size Dulce de Leche Ice Cream in a Mini Sorbet Glass
• Churros and Spiced Chocolate sauce
• Sweet Sugar Cinnamon Churros

SPECIALTY DRINK- Romantic Margarita: Pomegranate, Pineapple, Fresh Lime Juices, Tequila, and Grand Marnier

We use some Mexican blankets, hand-made Mexican pottery & platters in order to enhance the presentation of Mexican theme cocktail party.
Please inquire about our Caribbean style cocktail party & Asian theme cocktail party
Staff: minimum 5 hours
Professional servers and bartenders can be arranged at additional cost
Chinaware / Glassware / Silverware / Linen
Susan's Kitchen staff can arrange all your rental needs
Red & white wines, assorted beers (mix of imported & domestic)
juices, water, soda (includes ice and ice bowl)
Price based on in-stock wines & beers. Special wines & beers - price accordingly

The Seasonal NYC Advantage

One of the best things about living in this city is the access to incredible local produce, even in early spring. CSA shares and farmers markets are filled with inspiration for a Mexican-inspired spread. Fresh corn, plump tomatoes, scallions, and bright greens offer both flavor and texture. These ingredients do a lot of heavy lifting when it comes to flavor, and they also look beautiful on the plate.

Take a look at the Cinco de Mayo Catering Menu for example. It’s built around peak-season ingredients with a flair for the festive—fresh lime, herbs, roasted vegetables, and colorful slaws. Even if you're not hosting on the fifth of May, the structure of that menu is a perfect jumping-off point for any warm-weather gathering.

A Backyard Taco Bar to Remember

Tacos are always a hit, and part of the appeal is how relaxed they are. A taco bar gives guests room to build their own combinations and lets you, the host, enjoy the party too. It doesn’t need to be complicated. Warm tortillas, a few seasoned fillings, and bowls of toppings go a long way. This is also a great format for plant-based cooking, where roasted mushrooms, charred peppers, and citrus-marinated beans can shine just as brightly as anything meat-based.

Susan’s Taco Bar Catering setup offers helpful structure if you’re building a taco bar from scratch. It’s full of smart ways to keep ingredients warm, present them beautifully, and give your guests variety without making it overwhelming. The key is to focus on texture, brightness, and balance. A little crunch, a little creaminess, something spicy, and something fresh.

Crowd-Pleasing Fajita Stations

There’s something undeniably satisfying about the sizzle of a fajita pan. It brings a little theatrical flair to the table, and more importantly, it’s easy to prep ahead of time. Roasted peppers, sautéed onions, and your favorite protein—or a plant-forward swap like portobello mushrooms—are all you really need. The rest is optional garnish.

Susan shares a few great ideas in her Mexican Fajita Bar post, which makes it easy to adapt for a small dinner or a larger backyard event. Add warm tortillas, maybe a lime crema or smoky salsa, and your guests will happily build their own plates. It’s not just delicious—it’s interactive, informal, and fun.

Nachos, But Elevated

Nachos have a reputation for being a casual snack, but when you treat them as a centerpiece, they become something much more interesting. Start with a good base—thick-cut chips that can hold up to layers—and build in texture and freshness at every stage. Black beans or lentils with cumin and lime offer heartiness, while quick-pickled onions, chopped herbs, and roasted chiles brighten the plate.

The beauty of the nacho bar is that it lets guests layer their own. Susan’s Nacho Bar Catering NYC guide shows how a few thoughtful ingredients can turn a standard setup into something worthy of a special occasion. The key is restraint: fewer toppings with better flavor, and always something unexpected—like a drizzle of chipotle cashew cream or grilled pineapple salsa.

Sweet Endings and Independence Day Notes

No party is complete without a sweet note to finish. For a Mexican-themed gathering, that could mean anything from cinnamon-dusted roasted fruit to a slice of citrus cake with chili-lime syrup. Think light, seasonal, and colorful. Flan, tres leches, or even simple Mexican chocolate cookies can bring just the right balance.

And while Cinco de Mayo is the more commonly celebrated date in the U.S., Mexican Independence Day Catering ideas offer another beautiful moment to gather. September celebrations allow for richer, late-summer produce like squash, tomatoes, and stone fruit. It’s a perfect time to carry the fiesta spirit into another season, using what’s at its best locally.

Bringing It All Together

What makes a party memorable isn’t perfection—it’s care. A spread that’s been thoughtfully prepared, even if it’s simple, always feels generous. A table with warm tortillas, roasted vegetables, and a few handmade sauces says more than any elaborate menu ever could. It says you want people to feel at home.

Hosting your own version of a Mexican Fiesta Catering NYC celebration doesn’t require a staff or a service. It only takes intention, a love of flavor, and a willingness to let people serve themselves and settle in. Susan’s approach—plant-forward, seasonal, and personal—is an invitation to make it your own. Whether it’s a weeknight taco spread or a full-on backyard gathering, the joy is in sharing the table.