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Oktoberfest Catering Menu

Whether you're going big with full-service or keeping it casual with drop-off catering, we’re here with festive ideas to make your Oktoberfest planning wunderbar! All meals are freshly prepared and delivered hot and ready to serve.

OLD BAVARIA

PRICE $15.69 guest

Tender Sllow-Roasted Pork Loin topped with a Rich Herbed Gravy, accompanied by Rosemary Roasted Potatoes, Savory German-Style Green Beans, and Light Rye Bread with Butter.

MIDWEST OKT0BERFEST

PRICE $16.19 guest

Our Crispy Famous Fried or Juicy Herb Baked Chicken, paired with Wisconsin Bratwurst and Tangy Sauerkraut, Warm German-Style Potato Salad, Green Beans Almondine, Fresh Bratwurst Buns, and Mustard Packets.

BAVARIAN SCHNITZEL FEAST

PRICE $16.49 guest

Golden Chicken Schnitzel accompanied by Creamy Homestyle Mashed Potatoes, Traditional Sweet and Tangy Braised Red Cabbage, and Soft Assorted Dinner Rolls with Butter.

Buffet Package Minimums

All buffet packages require a 30-guest minimum and must be ordered in increments of 5 guests.

All Buffet Packages Include

Disposable tableware, serving utensils, chafing rakcs and sternos.

Hot & Fresh

All meals are freshly prepared and delivered hot and ready to serve.

Snack Pack Special

OKTOBERFEST SNACK PACK

PRICE $255.99 / pack

Warm Pretzel Bites served with a Velvety Beer Cheese Sauce, German-Style Bratwurst Bites served with House Made German Bacon Mustard Sauce, Crispy Boneless Chicken Wings served w1iith Sweet BBQ & Creamy Ranch Dipping Sauce. Includes over 200 bites plus disposable tableware and warming units.

Raise a Glass

Prost! Beverage Package

Starting at $18 / person

This curated package features Leinenkugel’s Oktoberfest beer, two domestic beers, two signature wines, assorted White Claw seltz,rs, Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, and bottled water plus disposable cups, cocktail napkins, and ice. Starting at $18 / person for 2 hours $5 / person for each additional hour

Crafted Fest Shareables

German Sweet & Sour Meatballs $59.99 / half tray

70 pieces / half tray
Mini Potato Pancakes $59.99 / half tray

Includes: Apple Sauce & Sauerkraut Sour Cream
35 pieces / half tray
Bratwurst Bites $59.99 / half tray

Includes: German Bacon Mustard Sauce
50 pieces / half tray
Pretzel Bites $46.99 / half tray

Includes: Beer Cheese Sauce
65 pieces / half tray
Beer Cheese Sliders $89.99 / half tray

30 pieces / half tray

Desserts

Apple Crisp $49.99 / half pan

Serves 12-15
German Chocolate Cake $49.99 / tray

Serves 20

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Prices listed do not include tax, delivery, and applicable service fees. Prices subject to change. Please contact us for a quote

Oktoberfest Party Planning

Transform your space into a mini Munich with decorations that bring the Bavarian spirit to life! Whether you’re hosting in your backyard, office, or community hall, a few themed touches go a long way.

Here are some fun ideas to get you started:

Blue and White Everything: Use Bavarian flag patterns for tablecloths, napkins, and banners.
Beer Stein Centerpieces: Fill steins with fresh flowers or pretzel sticks for a fun table display.
String Lights and Paper Lanterns: Add cozy ambiance with warm lighting.
DIY Photo Booth: Set up a backdrop with fun Oktoberfest props like lederhosen, dirndls, and giant pretzels.
Barrel Tables or Hay Bales: Great for outdoor events and rustic vibes.
Chalkboard Menus: List your tasty offerings in festive hand-lettering.

Keep it playful, cozy, and full of charm, just like the Oktoberfest spirit!

Oktoberfest Invitations

Probably the easiest invites are online at evite.com. You can open a free account and use one of their pre-made invitations. Just upload your email list to their service and they will send the invites out. They provide a way for people to respond online and allow you to send out reminders as well.

You can also pick up postcards of Germany to mail out, check your local party store or even make your own!

Oktoberfest Music

Set the mood for your Oktoberfest party with the perfect playlist! Use Spotify or Apple Music to search for curated Oktoberfest mixes, or build your own with a blend of traditional German polkas, festive folk songs, and party favorites. Don’t forget to throw in a few modern hits to keep everyone dancing between steins!

Oktoberfest Party Activities

Keep the good times rollin’ with festive activities that bring out the belly laughs, friendly competition, and a whole lot of Prost! Here are a few crowd-pleasers to mix into your celebration:

Teams of two toss a brat into a bucket, taking a step back after each successful catch. The farthest fling without a brat break takes the win.

Whether you’re team brat toss or just here for the pretzels and beer, these games add just the right dash of Oktoberfest fun!

German Beer Tasting Table

Set up a tasting station with a few German brews, classic pilsners, dunkels, and wheat beers. Need ideas? Check out Ranker.com’s German beer list or SeriousEats’ beginner’s guide.

Yodel-Off Showdown

Who’s got the pipes? Host a yodeling contest and hand out fun prizes for “Most Enthusiastic,” “Best Echo,” or “Most Questionable Attempt.”