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Catering Menu

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Benedicts & Poached Delights

Shrimp Corn Cake photo

Shrimp Corn Cake

$14.00
Poached Egg, Shrimp, Potato, Corn, Mozzarella, Cilantro Cream Sauce

Turkey Benedict

$14.00
Poached Egg, Spinach + Feta Bread Pudding, Turkey, Cranberry, Hollandaise
Avocado Toast* (Veg) photo

Avocado Toast* (Veg)

$15.00
Poached Egg, Feta Mousse, Pickled Onion, Arugula, Lemon Vinaigrette, House Sourdough

Pancakes & French Toast

Classic Pancakes (Veg)

$13.00
Raspberry + Kiwi Sauce, Maple Syrup

Tiramisu Pancakes (Veg)

$15.00
Espresso Maple Syrup, Mascarpone Cream, Chocolate, Cocoa
Bananas Foster Dutch Pancake (Veg) photo

Bananas Foster Dutch Pancake (Veg)

$13.00
Caramel, Banana, Powdered Sugar
C21 French Toast (Veg) photo

C21 French Toast (Veg)

$13.00
Organic Sourdough Brioche, Raspberry + Kiwi Sauce

Vegan French Toast (V)

$13.00
Crumpet, Coconut Cream, Cinnamon, Fruit

Omelets + Eggs

Salmon Diamonds (GF)

$15.00
Spinach Omelet, Beet-Cured Salmon, Avocado, Feta, Mozzarella

Tomato + Egg (Veg)

$14.00
Egg, Tomato, Goat Cheese
Lamb Kufta Omelete (GF) photo

Lamb Kufta Omelete (GF)

$15.00
Egg, Bell Pepper, Tomato, Mozzarella, Goat Cheese
Short Rib Omelet (GF) photo

Short Rib Omelet (GF)

$15.00
Egg, Bell Pepper, Onion, Blue Cheese

Feta Omelet (Veg, GF)

$13.00
Egg, Spinach, Pesto, Mozzarella, Feta

Lavash Burrito (Veg)

$13.00
Egg, Yam, Potatoes, Onion, Cheddar Cheese, House Ajika Salsa

Vegetarian Power Bowl (Veg, GF)

$15.00
Onion + Egg Scramble, Green Beans, Tomato, Zucchini Salad, Taro Hash, Avocado Mousse

Specialties

Overnight Oats (V, GF) photo

Overnight Oats (V, GF)

$13.00
Golden Almond + Coconut Milk, Oats, Peanut Butter, Flax + Chia Seeds, Honey Powder
Chia Seed Parfait (V, GF) photo

Chia Seed Parfait (V, GF)

$13.00
Chia Seed, Vanilla Bean Greek Yogurt, Raspberry, Seasonal Fruits

Mushroom Cheese Toast (Veg)

$14.00
Portobello Mushroom, Fontina Cheese, Sourdough

Egg Toast (Veg)

$14.00
C21 Egg Salad, Sourdough

J.T.C. (Veg)

$14.00
Seasonal Jam, Fontina, Sourdough

Sides & Extras

Homemade Turkey + Lamb Sausage

$14.00

Potato Pancakes

$10.00
Potato Galette (V) photo

Potato Galette (V)

$12.00

Bacon + Prosciutto

$10.00

Poultry

Chicharron Chimichurri

$16.00
Deep Fried Chicken Skin, Salsa

Chicken Curry Cake

$20.00
Shredded Chicken, Celery, Onion, Aioli

Chicken Liver Patê

$20.00
Spiced Carrot Butter, House Sourdough

Chicken Lollipops

$20.00
Chicken Sticks, Sesame Asian Glaze

Chicken Wings (GF)

$16.00
Parmesan, Sage, Chipotle Aioli

Turkey Roulade

$20.00
House Roasted Mary’s Dark Turkey, Candied Berries

Turkey Kufta

$20.00
Herb Turkey Meatballs, Hummus Chickpea Spread

Seafood

Beet Cured Salmon Ceviche

$20.00
Taro Chips

Wild Shrimp Ceviche

$20.00
Taro Chips

Ahi Tuna Ceviche

$20.00
Tuna, Avocado, Fresh Ginger, Sesame Seeds, Taro Chips, Sweet Chili Glaze

Salmon Popover

$20.00
Beet Cured Salmon, Capers, Pickled Red Onions, Cream Cheese Mascarpone Whip, Herb Popover

Beet Salmon Toast

$20.00
Beet Cured Salmon, Fresh Dill, Horseradish Spread, House Sourdough

Vegetarian + Vegan

Vegetable Fries (Veg, GF)

$16.00
Choice of Eggplant, Portobello, or Avocado, Rice Flour Battered + Fried, Zaatar, Chipotle Sauce {chef must be present}

Chilled Vegetable Terrine (V, GF)

$18.00
Eggplant, Zucchini, Onion, Tomato, Bell Peppers, Mint, Thai Basil

Mushroom Quinoa Tart (Veg, GF)

$18.00
Quinoa, Pecorino Cheese Crust, Cauliflower, Wild Mushrooms, Feta Mousse, Pea Tendrils

Pakora (Veg)

$18.00
Chickpea Flour, Cauliflower, Sweet Potato, Ginger Fritters, Yogurt {chef must be present}

Sauerkraut Pancake (Veg, GF)

$18.00
Green Peas, Carrots, Onions, Pickled Cabbage

Buckwheat Crepe Cake (Veg)

$18.00
Spinach, Swiss Chard, Parsley, Basil, Ricotta, Red Bell Pepper Sauce

Brussels Sprouts (V, GF)

$18.00
Pineapple Chili Glaze

Lamb + Beef

Tartare

$21.00
Choice of Beef or Lamb, House Sourdough Crostini

Grilled Skewers

$21.00
Choice of Beef, Lamb, or Chicken, House Sourdough Lavash

Mini Beef Wellington

$21.00
Flank Steak Wrapped and Baked in Homemade Dough {seasonal}

Short Rib

$24.00
Braised Short Rib, Sweet Potato Chip, Greens

Short Rib Potato Galette

$24.00
Braised Short Rib, Potato Galette, Blue Cheese

Steak Popover

$24.00
Filet Mignon, Prosciutto Chips

Soups

Beet Gazpacho (Veg)

$13.00
Chilled Beet Soup, Avocado, Dill

Borscht (Veg)

$13.00
Shredded Cabbage, Beets, Carrots, Potato
Lentil (Veg) photo

Lentil (Veg)

$13.00
Red Lentil, Cumin, House Sourdough Croutons

Chicken Noodle

$14.00
Shredded Chicken, Veggies, House Noodles

Shrimp Bisque

$15.00
Wild Shrimp {seasonal}

Salads

Beet Salad (Veg, GF)

$13.00
Beet, Walnut, Pomegranate {seasonal}

Beet Tartar (Veg, GF)

$13.00
Feta Mousse, Balsamic Vinegar, Shallots, Walnuts, Pickled Mustard Seeds, Seasonal Fruit, Live Butter Lettuce

Caesar Salad

$14.00
Romaine, Avocado, Beet Pickled Egg, Pickled Egg, Tomato, Blue Cheese, Pecorino Cheese, Croutons, Grilled Lemon, Anchovy Aioli
Caramelized Pear Salad (Veg, GF) photo

Caramelized Pear Salad (Veg, GF)

$14.00
Greens, Almonds, Feta, Honey Balsamic

Kidney Bean Salad (V, GF)

$14.00
Kidney Beans, Walnut, Caramelized Onions

Mangal Salad (V, GF)

$14.00
Charred Eggplant, Tomato, Bell Pepper, Fresh Herbs

Olivier Salad (Veg)

$14.00
Purple Potatoes, Kennebec Potatoes, Cucumber, Roasted Carrots, Spring Peas, Watermelon Radish, Red Radish, Scallions, Dill, Micro Greens, Pickled Eggs, Aioli
Pulse Slaw (V, GF) photo

Pulse Slaw (V, GF)

$14.00
Chickpeas, Lentils, Spinach, Carrots, Cabbage, Tomato, Cucumber, Avocado, Raisins, Lemon Zaatar Dressing

Shepherd's Salad (V, GF)

$14.00
Tomato, Cucumber, Onion, Mint
Strawberry Salad (Veg, GF) photo

Strawberry Salad (Veg, GF)

$14.00
Spinach, Fresh Strawberries, Pistachios, Goat Cheese, Raspberry Vinaigrette
Winter Salad (GF) photo

Winter Salad (GF)

$15.00
Brussels Sprout Leaves, Pomegranate Seeds, Red Onion, Parsley, Persimmons, Pecorino, Lemon Vinaigrette {seasonal}

Sandwiches

Apple Swiss

$15.00
Turkey Roulade, Apple Compote, Pickled Cucumber, Fontina Cheese, Whole Grain Mustard

Monte Cristo

$15.00
Egg-Battered Challah Bread, Turkey, Fontina | SWEET or SPICY |
Chicken Pesto photo

Chicken Pesto

$15.00
Pesto, Tomato, Onion, Avocado, Mozzarella

Shrimp Pesto

$18.00
Pesto, Tomato, Onion, Avocado, Mozzarella

PLT

$18.00
Prosciutto, Live Butter Lettuce, Pickled Tomato, Avocado, Red Onion, Aioli

Roasted Eggplant (Veg)

$15.00
Herb Roasted Eggplant, Caramelized Onions, Spinach, Tomato, Feta, Mozzarella

Grass Fed Beef Slider

$18.00
Tomato, Onion, House Pickled Cucumber, Butter Lettuce, Goat Cheese Aioli, Fontina, Sourdough Brioche Bun

Mary’s Farm Turkey Slider

$18.00
Tomato, Onion, House Pickled Cucumber, Butter Lettuce, Goat Cheese Aioli, Fontina, Sourdough Brioche Bun

Breads

Flatbread (Veg)

$15.00
Seasonal Chef Selected Toppings, House Lavash

Spinach Pies (Veg)

$15.00
Spinach, Mozzarella, Feta, Pesto

Mini Pies (Veg)

$15.00
Chef's Selected Seasonal Vegetarian Stuffings

Wilted Greens Borek (Veg)

$14.00
Hand-Tossed Dough, Seasonal Chopped Salad, Sumac

Turkey Borek

$15.00
Hand-Tossed Dough, Seasonal Chopped Salad, Sumac

Sourdough Bread (V)

$8.00

Sourdough Lavash

$9.00

Brioche Bun

$9.00

Spreads

Baba Ganoush (V, GF) photo

Baba Ganoush (V, GF)

$12.00
Eggplant Spread
Black Bean Hummus (V, GF) photo

Black Bean Hummus (V, GF)

$12.00
Black Bean Spread **SPICY**
Carrot  Hummus (V, GF) photo

Carrot Hummus (V, GF)

$12.00
Chickpea Spread
Green Goddess (V, GF) photo

Green Goddess (V, GF)

$12.00
Green Herbs Chickpea Spread
Mezze Combo (V, GF) photo

Mezze Combo (V, GF)

$22.00
Combination of Baba Ganoush, Black Bean Hummus, Carrot Hummus, and Green Goddess Spreads

Charcuterie

Charcuterie Board photo

Charcuterie Board

$25.00
Artisanal Cheeses + Meats, Dried Fruits, Nuts, Olives, Seasonal Fruits + Vegetables, House Sourdough
Seafood Charcuterie photo

Seafood Charcuterie

$30.00
Beet Cured Salmon, Shrimp, Pickled Eggs, Seasonal Fruits + Vegetables, Cream Cheese Horseradish Spread

Specialties

Taco Platter (GF) photo

Taco Platter (GF)

$20.00
Pulled Pork, Black Bean Hummus, Turmeric, Pickled Onion, Marinated Cabbage, Carrots, Assorted Salsas

Duck Pancake

$20.00
Duck Confit, Orange Sauce, Carrot, Apple, Ginger, Cucumber + Cilantro Slaw
Mediterranean Fried Rice (GF) photo

Mediterranean Fried Rice (GF)

$21.00
Egg + Pulled Lamb + Rice Scramble, Walnut Dill Yogurt, Cucumber Mint Salad, Sumac Onion, Feta
Pork Belly (GF) photo

Pork Belly (GF)

$21.00
Potato Galette, Apple Fritter, Mushroom Bourbon Sauce
Mary’s Farm Chicken Crepe Cake photo

Mary’s Farm Chicken Crepe Cake

$14.00
Mushroom Bourbon Sauce

Crudités

Cheese & Comopte Board (Veg)

$24.00
Artisanal Cheeses, Seasonal Compotes, Dried Fruits, Nuts, Honey, Seasonal Fruits, House Sourdough

Seasonal Crudités & Mezze Board (Veg)

$24.00
Seasonal Spreads + Dips, Seasonal Fruits + Vegetables, House Sourdough
Fruit Platter (Veg) photo

Fruit Platter (Veg)

$16.00
Seasonal Fruits

Vegetable Platter (Veg)

$16.00
Vegetables, Seasonal Spreads + Dips, House Crostini
Cafe 21 Fondue (Veg) photo

Cafe 21 Fondue (Veg)

$20.00
Creamy Five-Cheese Blend, Seasonal Fruits + Vegetables, House Sourdough

Lamb + Beef + Pork

Lamb Loin

$56.00
Grilled, Seasonal Vegetables {seasonal}
Lamb Skewer photo

Lamb Skewer

$44.00
Lentil Rice Pilaf, Walnut Dill Yogurt, Pickled Vegetables, Sumac Onions, House Sourdough Lavash

Lamb Shank

$56.00
Bone-In Juicy Lamb Shank, Mashed Potatoes {seasonal}

Lule Kabob

$44.00
Ground Lamb + Beef, Lentil Rice Pilaf, Walnut Dill Yogurt, Pickled Vegetables, Sumac Onions, House Sourdough Lavash
Beef Cabbage Rolls (GF) photo

Beef Cabbage Rolls (GF)

$44.00
Grass Fed Beef, Herbs, Arborio Rice, Tomato Sauce

Beef Kabob Skewer

$44.00
Lentil Rice Pilaf, Walnut Dill Yogurt, Pickled Vegetables, Sumac Onions, House Sourdough Lavash

Beef Wellington

$56.00
Flank Steak, Mushrooms, Flaky Pastry {seasonal}
Slow Braised Short Rib photo

Slow Braised Short Rib

$56.00
Yam Puree
Lamb Dolma (GF) photo

Lamb Dolma (GF)

$44.00
Grape Leaf, Ground Lamb, Herbs, Citrus Yogurt Sauce

Stuffed Pork Porter House

$56.00
Apple Blueberry, Fontina, Prosciutto Wrapped, Potato Puree, Sautéed Swiss Chard, Beurre Blanc

Pork Kabob

$44.00
Lentil Rice Pilaf, Walnut Dill Yogurt, Pickled Vegetables, Sumac Onions, House Sourdough Lavash

Seafood

Shrimp Kabob

$44.00
Lentil Rice Pilaf, Walnut Dill Yogurt, Pickled Vegetables, Sumac Onions, House Sourdough Lavash

Curry Seared Sea Scallops

$56.00
Wild Scallops, Potato Leek Mash, Fried Leeks, Yellow Curry Yogurt Sauce

Whole Sea Bass

$56.00
Pan Roasted Whole Sea Bass, Lemon Cherry Tomato Beurre Blanc, Garlic Butter Toast

Catch of the Day Papillote (GF)

$56.00
Lentils, Leek, Saffron Beurre Blanc, Grilled Lemon

Stuffed Fish

$56.00
Seasonal Vegetables, Sour Plums

Vegetarian + Vegan

Vegan Sauté (V, GF)

$40.00
Yellow Squash, Zucchini, Cauliflower, Spinach, Tomato, Mushrooms, Arugula
Vegetable Cabbage Rolls (V, GF) photo

Vegetable Cabbage Rolls (V, GF)

$40.00
Vegetables, Herbs, Arborio Rice, Tomato Sauce

Crepe Taco Trio (Veg)

$40.00
Chickpea Flour Crepes, Seasonal Vegetables, Marinated Red Cabbage, Pickled Onions, Avocado Pesto, Sauerkraut, Salsa Variety
Vegan Party (V, GF) photo

Vegan Party (V, GF)

$40.00
Quinoa, Black-Eyed Peas + Beets, Green Goddess Coconut Curry
Vegan Dolma (V, GF) photo

Vegan Dolma (V, GF)

$40.00
Grape Leaves, Rice, Dried Fruit, Spices, Herbs, Lemon

Poultry

Stuffed Chicken Breast

$50.00
Spinach, Pesto, Feta, Mozzarella

Chicken Kabob

$44.00
Lentil Rice Pilaf, Walnut Dill Yogurt, Pickled Vegetables, Sumac Onions, House Sourdough Lavash

Turkey Roulade

$56.00
Herb Crusted Turkey Roulade, Potato Galette

Turkey Kabob

$44.00
Lentil Rice Pilaf, Walnut Dill Yogurt, Pickled Vegetables, Sumac Onions, House Sourdough Lavash

Lentil Kabob

$50.00
Lentil Rice Pilaf, Walnut Dill Yogurt, Pickled Vegetables, Sumac Onions, House Sourdough Lavash {seasonal}

Duck Roulade

$56.00
Herb Crusted Duck Roulade, Potato Galette {seasonal}

Azeri Specialties

Sturgeon Kabob

$50.00
Lentil Rice Pilaf, Azeri Pomegranate Molasses, Walnut Dill Yogurt, Pickled Vegetables, Sumac Onions, House Sourdough Lavash {seasonal}

Azeri Khan Pilaf

$56.00
Braised Lamb, Rice Pilaf, Dried Fruits + Chestnuts

Azeri Khan Pilaf (Veg)

$44.00
Rice Pilaf, Dried Fruits + Chestnuts

Chudu

$44.00
Ground Lamb, Homemade Flaky Dough

Dushbara

$44.00
Ground Lamb Dumplings, Broth

Gurza Pasta

$50.00
Grass Fed Beef Azeri Ravioli, Kumquat Reduction

Kutab

$44.00
Lamb, Homemade Flatbread

Kutab (Veg)

$40.00
Greens, Herbs, Cheese, Homemade Flatbread

Stuffed Quail

$50.00
Pomegranate, Walnuts, Sour Plums

Desserts

Beignets (Veg)

$14.00
Candied Cranberry Walnut, Powdered Sugar

Carrot Cake (Veg)

$16.00

Cheesecake (Veg)

$16.00

Chef's Choice Dessert Variety (Veg)

$20.00
Chocolate Crepe Cake  (Veg) photo

Chocolate Crepe Cake (Veg)

$16.00
Cocoa Powder, Chocolate Truffles

Eclairs (Veg)

$16.00

Flan (Veg)

$16.00

Flourless Chocolate Cake (Veg, GF)

$16.00
Mascarpone, Raspberry Sauce
Lemon Meringue Crepe Cake  (Veg) photo

Lemon Meringue Crepe Cake (Veg)

$16.00
Lemon Curd, Meringue
Very Berry Crepe Cake  (Veg) photo

Very Berry Crepe Cake (Veg)

$16.00
Mascarpone, Berry Compote

Panacotta (Veg)

$16.00

Pahlava (Veg)

$16.00
Saffron Ice Cream

Seasonal Bread Pudding (Veg)

$14.00
Mascarpone

Menu

Party Platter - Vegan photo

Party Platter - Vegan

$45.00
Serves 2 to 4 Guests | Time to have the most fabulous display of edible art at your next event. Featuring our Cafe 21 Party Platters, beautiful to eye and so very YUMMY! Perfect for any occasion, our Cafe 21 Party platters add that unique finesse to any event...picnics,...
Party Platter - Fruit photo

Party Platter - Fruit

$45.00
Serves 2 to 4 Guests | Time to have the most fabulous display of edible art at your next event. Featuring our Cafe 21 Party Platters, beautiful to eye and so very YUMMY! Perfect for any occasion, our Cafe 21 Party platters add that unique finesse to any event...picnics,...
Party Platter - Seafood photo

Party Platter - Seafood

$50.00
Serves 2 to 4 Guests | Time to have the most fabulous display of edible art at your next event. Featuring our Cafe 21 Party Platters, beautiful to eye and so very YUMMY! Perfect for any occasion, our Cafe 21 Party platters add that unique finesse to any event...picnics,...
Party Platter - Fondue photo

Party Platter - Fondue

$45.00
Serves 2 to 4 Guests | Time to have the most fabulous display of edible art at your next event. Featuring our Cafe 21 Party Platters, beautiful to eye and so very YUMMY! Perfect for any occasion, our Cafe 21 Party platters add that unique finesse to any event...picnics,...
Party Platter - Charcuterie photo

Party Platter - Charcuterie

$50.00
Serves 2 to 4 Guests | Time to have the most fabulous display of edible art at your next event. Featuring our Cafe 21 Party Platters, beautiful to eye and so very YUMMY! Perfect for any occasion, our Cafe 21 Party platters add that unique finesse to any event...picnics,..
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V - VEGAN | VEG - VEGETARIAN | GF - GLUTEN-FREE

We are here to meet your tastes, accommodating gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan guests. Please inform us of any allergies you may have.

As delicious as it may be, consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.