Lunch Catering in Ocala, FL

Award-winning catering by Chef Elyssa Silva

Lunch Catering

Fresh, Flavorful, and Perfectly Catered for Every Occasion

Planning a lunch event? Whether you’re hosting a corporate meeting, casual gathering, or special celebration, we make lunchtime easy and delicious with flexible catering options for groups of all sizes.

Why Choose Us for Lunch Catering?

  • Wide variety of menu options for every taste and dietary need

  • Fresh, high-quality ingredients prepared with care

  • Professional setup, delivery, and service

  • Customizable packages for any size event or budget

Let us take care of lunch so you can focus on your event. Contact us today to start planning your perfect midday menu!

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All Luncheon Buffets Include:

  • Freshly brewed coffee

  • Hot tea

  • Iced tea

  • Filtered water

Lunch Catering Options:

Sandwich Board
A variety of classic and gourmet sandwiches, perfect for a working lunch or casual event.

Build-Your-Own Salad Bar
Let guests customize their meal with fresh greens, proteins, toppings, and dressings.

Backyard Cookout Buffets
All the comfort of a backyard BBQ—burgers, hot dogs, grilled chicken, and all the fixings.

Plated Lunches
Elegant, individually plated entrees served with sides—ideal for formal luncheons or business events.

Lunch Boxes
Individually packed meals for convenience, freshness, and easy distribution. Great for corporate functions or on-the-go events.

Grab & Go Lunches
Fast, fresh, and perfect for busy schedules. Includes pre-packed sandwiches, wraps, chips, and more.

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lunch Catering Menu

Luncheon Buffets
Build your own Salad Bar
Little Italy
Luncheon Buffets

All lunch buffets include: Coffee, hot tea, iced tea and water

Sandwich Board $36.00 per person

Choice of 3 sandwiches (see below)

Tomato basil soup

Fruit and nut salad, field greens, strawberries, grapes, blueberries, candied pecans,english cucumber, shredded carrot, shaved red onion, feta cheese, champagne vinaigrette, home style potato salad, house made chips, sea salt and cracked black pepper, sour cream and onion.

Assorted cookies and brownies

Sandwich choices:

Brioche GrilledCheese

American sharp cheddar, fig jam, served warm on brioche

Smoked Ham

Green apple, Swiss cheese, Dijon mayonnaise, on whole-grain bread

Shaved Beef

Horseradish aioli, crispy onion strings, Havarti cheese

Cranberry Pecan

Chicken salad, bibb lettuce, heirloom tomato, served on a croissant

Roasted Turkey BLT

Nueskes bacon, heirloom tomato, bibb lettuce, garlic aioli, on sourdough bread

Caprese

Garden pesto, fresh sliced mozzarella, heirloom tomato on a baguette

Grilled Vegetable Wrap

Grilled vegetables, alfalfa sprouts, roasted red pepper hummus

Build your own Salad Bar - $32 per person

All lunch buffets include:

Coffee, hot tea, iced tea, and water, Rolls & Butter

Base:

Mixed Baby Greens | Chopped Romaine | Baby Spinach

Toppings:

English, cucumber | Shredded carrot | Shaved red onion Cherry tomato | Chopped bacon | Hard boiled egg Chickpeas | Sliced beets | Sunflower seeds Chopped walnuts| Shredded sharp cheddar Blue cheese crumbles | Dried cranberries Dressings: Buttermilk ranch | Balsamic vinaigrette Golden italian |Blue cheese Proteins: Grilled flank steak | Herb marinated chicken Lemon garlic shrimp Dessert Assorted dessertbars

Dressings:

Buttermilk ranch | Balsamic vinaigrette Golden Italian |Blue cheese

Proteins:

Grilled flank steak | Herb marinated chicken Lemon garlic shrimp Dessert Assorted dessert bars

Little Italy – $40.00 per person

Salad

Caesar salad with romaine lettuce, croutons, Caesar dressing, and parmesan cheese

Bread

Entrees

Chicken Caprese

Fresh sliced mozzarella, roma tomato, garden pesto, roasted red onion

Pan-Seared Cod

With lemon tarragon cream

Rigatoni with Artichoke

Roasted eggplant, sundried tomato, red peppers, in garlic olive oil.

Seasonal Vegetables

Dessert Tiramisu

Backyard Cookout – $38.00 per person

All lunch buffets include:

Coffee, hot tea, iced tea and water, Rolls & Butter

Chopped salad, shredded carrot, shaved onion, English cucumber, homestyle ranch, macaroni salad

Grilled chicken

Grilled beef burgers

lettuce, tomato, sliced onion, American and cheddar cheese

Hot dogs

grilled, onions, relish, ketchup, mustard, sauerkraut, diced onions

French fries

Dessert squares

Fiesta Table Buffet – $42.00 per person

Southwest Salad: baby greens fire fire-roasted corn, tomatoes, red onion, tortilla strips with chipotle ranch dressing

Grilled flank steak

Grilled cilantro lime chicken

Spanish rice

Roasted red pepper and onions

Shredded lettuce, pico de gallo, lime crema, cotija cheese, sharp cheddar, smashed avocado, Warm flour tortillas

Churros with carmel and chocolate dipping sauce

Plated Lunches

All lunches include:
Coffee, hot tea, iced tea and water, Rolls & Butter

The Springs – $34.00 per person

Mixed baby green salad
English cucumber, shredded carrot, shaved onion, cherry tomato (choice of balsamic or ranch dressing)

Balsamic seared chicken breast

Seasonal vegetable
Roasted potato

New York Style Cheesecake

The Shores – $39.00 per person
Baby arugula salad
Shaved fennel, mandarin oranges, candied pecans, feta cheese, shallot vinaigrette

Sweet chili-glazed salmon
Jumbo asparagus
Wild mushroom risotto

Lemon tart with raspberry puree

The Sun River – $43.00 per person

Baby wedge salad
Blue cheese crumble, applewood bacon, Heirloom cherry tomato, champagne vinaigrette
5 oz. Pepper-crusted filet
Roasted fingerling potatoes, cured tomato, broccolini, red wine demi glace

Bittersweet chocolate torte

Vegetarian Option - $32.00 per person

Caesar Salad
Hearts of romaine, garlic croutons, shaved parmesan cheese, black garlic Caesar dressing

Mushroom ravioli in a brandy cream

Apple Tart

Grab & Go Lunches

All lunches $28.00 per person

(Choice of three sandwiches)

Turkey and Brie Wrap

With cranberry aioli

Italian Sub

Mortadella, salami, ham, mozzarella and basil aioli

Grilled Chicken Caesar Wrap

Grilled Vegetable Sandwich

In a spinach tortilla

Turkey BLT on sourdough

Roast Beef

With crispy onions, horseradish cream, havarti cheese, brioche

Tuscan Tuna

Shaved fennel, arugula, roasted red pepper, red pepper, red onion on cruncy ciabatta Caprese Fresh mozzarella, sundried tomato aioli, basil, heirloom tomato, baguette All Boxed Lunches Include the Following: Whole fruit Bowtie pasta salad or potato salad Potato chips Two chocolate chip cookies Choice of bottled water or soda

Breaks & Beverage Packages

Breaks & Beverages
A La Cart Add Ons
Beverages

Healthy Choice
Mini fruit cups, granola bars, fresh fruit
smoothie shooters, fruit leather
$15 per person

Build your own Trail Mix
Almonds, raisins, dried cranberries, m&ms, sunflower
seeds, cashews, peanuts, dried apricots, dried pineapple,
mini pretzels, wasabi peas
$17 per person

Milk and Cookies
Freshly baked assorted cookies,
milk shooters, chocolate, whole milk, almond milk
$17 per person

We all Scream for Ice Cream
Assorted Ice Cream novelties
$12 per person

Candy Jar
Hershey kisses, M&M's, snickers, 3 musketeers,
milky way, gummy bears, mike and ike,
swedish fish, sour patch kids, twizzlers
$15 per person

Game Day
Pigs in a blanket, assorted condiments,
cracker jacks, pretzel bites with yellow mustard
and honey mustard, mini chili cheese nachos
with warm cheese sauce
$20 per person

Espresso Bar Break
Crafted espr

esso beverages with flavored syrups,
housemade biscotti, fresh baked scones & Elyssa Bits
$26 per person
Plus $50 Attendant fee

Assorted danishes or flavored muffins $52 per dozen

Assorted bagels with cream cheese $52 per dozen

Butter croissants $54 per dozen

Brownies  $36 per dozen

Freshly baked gourmet cookies $36 per dozen

Seasonal Elyssa Bits (donut holes) $25 per dozen

Fruit cups  $6 each

Smoothie Shooters  $5 each

Single serve snacks: chips, popcorn, pretzels  $5 each

Candy Bars $5 each

Kind Bars $7 each

Beverages

Freshly brewed coffee, decaffeinated coffee, & herbal tea selection - $60 per gallon

All Day Coffee Break - $20 per person

All Day Beverage Break - coffee, tea, bottled water, soda - $25 per person

Brewed iced tea - $50 per gallon

Lemonade - $50 per gallon

Bottled water - $4each

Soft Drinks - Pepsi Products- $5each

Gatoradeor Powerade- $6 each

Sparkling and mineral water - $6 each

Assorted fruit juices - $5each

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Add a touch of flair to your event

Live Bananas Foster Station

Add a touch of flair—and flame—to your next event! Whether you’re planning a wedding, corporate gathering, or private party, our live Bananas Foster dessert station is guaranteed to impress. Watch as our chefs flambé fresh sliced bananas in rich caramel sauce, right before your guests’ eyes. It’s a show-stopping finale that’s as delicious as it is unforgettable.

On and Off Premise Catering Options

Grazing Table Experience

Turn your next event into a visual and culinary masterpiece with our custom-designed Grazing Tables. Overflowing with a curated selection of artisanal cheeses, cured meats, fresh fruits, nuts, breads, dips, and sweet bites—our grazing tables are as stunning as they are satisfying.

Perfect for weddings, showers, corporate events, and private parties.

  • Visually stunning and photo-worthy

  • Encourages mingling and casual dining

  • Customizable to fit your theme or dietary needs

  • Great for all sizes—from intimate gatherings to large events

  • A little something for everyone—sweet, savory, and everything in between

  • No need for formal seating or courses

  • Ideal for cocktail-style events

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Event Catering

Onsite and Offsite Event Catering

Full-service packages include disposable ware or rental coordination. Give us a call today with your wish list and we will make it happen. 352-644-8582

Yes! We cater to homes, parks, offices, and any location in Ocala. Give us a call today to plan your event. 

Absolutely! Our onsite and offsite catering menus are fully customizable. Share your theme, dietary needs, or favorite dishes, and our chefs will craft a personalized menu just for your event.

Yes! All onsite catering packages include professional servers, bartenders (if applicable), and cleanup crew—so you can relax and enjoy the celebration. Give us a call at 352-644-8582 to talk further

We sure do! Whether you’re hosting in your backyard, a park, or a rented space, we’ll deliver, set up, and even coordinate with your venue for a seamless experience.

No minimums! We cater to intimate gatherings of 10 or large events of 600+. Just let us know your needs, and we’ll create a package that fits.

Buffet-style catering is typically the most budget-friendly option. It allows guests to serve themselves, which reduces staffing costs, and it also minimizes food waste by offering controlled portioning.

We offer a variety of delicious buffet packages to fit every budget—perfect for weddings, parties, and corporate events.

We recommend booking at least 1–2 weeks in advance to secure your date and menu. For last-minute requests, give us a call—we’ll do our best to accommodate!

Of course! Share your vision, and we’ll design a menu that matches your theme, from décor-friendly food displays to signature cocktails or mocktails.

While tastes vary by event, some dishes consistently top the list when it comes to crowd-pleasing catering menus. Here are the top 11 most popular foods for catering:

  1. Salads – Fresh, customizable, and perfect for all diets.

  2. Grain Bowls – Healthy, hearty, and versatile.

  3. Chicken Dishes – Always a favorite, from grilled to stuffed or sauced.

  4. Pasta – Comforting, affordable, and great for feeding a crowd.

  5. BBQ – Especially popular in Ocala, FL—perfect for casual or outdoor events.

  6. Breakfast Foods – A hit for brunches and early events.

  7. Desserts – No menu is complete without something sweet.

  8. Cheese Boards – Great for grazing tables and cocktail hours.

  9. Sandwiches & Wraps – Ideal for corporate lunches and casual gatherings.

  10. Seafood Options – For a more upscale touch or coastal flair.

  11. Taco Bars – Fun, customizable, and always a hit.

These options work especially well for buffet-style service, giving guests variety while keeping your event fun and flexible.

The most commonly used menu style is the à la carte menu. This type of menu allows guests to select individual items rather than choosing from preset combinations. Each dish is priced separately, giving clients full control over what they want to serve and how much they spend. À la carte menus are flexible and work well for both small and large events, whether you’re planning a casual gathering or an upscale celebration.

Planning a wedding, corporate event, office lunch, party, baby shower, or quinceañera? Let us bring the flavor to you! Our award-winning chefs create unforgettable meals tailored to your event, with off-site catering designed to make your life easier. 

We service all of Ocala, FL

Monday to Sunday 8am — 5pm

3600 SW 36th Ave, Ocala, FL 34474

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