
Appetizer & Hors d’Oeuvres Catering in Oakland & San Francisco
Kick off your event with flavor. At A Plus Catering, we provide appetizer catering in Oakland, San Francisco, the Tri-Valley, and across the Bay Area. Our wide selection of hors d’oeuvres, small bites, and platters set the tone for weddings, corporate gatherings, and private parties, offering something for every guest to enjoy. Whether you need passed hors d’oeuvres, appetizer platters, or a full starter course, A Plus Catering delivers fresh and beautifully presented options. With professional staff and more than 25 years of experience, we make it simple to impress your guests right from the start. Contact us today to create your custom appetizer menu.













Hors D' Oeuvres - Passed (Or Not)
✨ Signature Appetizer Menu
Individual Appetizers: $8 per person
Save with Our Signature Trio
Choose any 3 appetizers for $21 per person.
Premium Selections
* Add $1 per person
** Add $2 per person
*** Add $6 per person
(V) Vegetarian (VG) Vegan (GF) Gluten-Free
🧀 Displays & Grazing
Artisan Cheese & Charcuterie Grazing Display $15
A curated selection of imported cheeses, cured meats, fresh fruits, olives, nuts, jams and gourmet crackers, beautifully styled for your event.
✨ Signature & Premium Hors d'Oeuvres
Filet Mignon Crostini **
Tender filet mignon on toasted baguette with horseradish cream, caramelized onions and fresh herbs.
Chimichurri Steak Crostini **
Thin-sliced grilled sirloin over whipped Boursin cheese on toasted crostini, finished with fresh chimichurri.
Ahi Tuna Tartare on Crispy Wontons **
Fresh ahi tuna tossed in sesame-soy dressing with avocado and scallions, finished with spicy aioli on crispy wontons.
Smoked Salmon Blinis **
Mini blinis topped with whipped crème fraîche, smoked salmon, fresh chives and caviar.
Lemon Garlic Shrimp Shooters ** (GF)
Chilled jumbo shrimp served with zesty cocktail sauce, fresh herbs and lemon.
Crispy Salmon Nori Bites
Crispy sushi rice topped with fresh salmon, spicy aioli, scallions and nori.
Smoked Salmon Cucumber Canapés ** (GF)
Fresh cucumber rounds topped with whipped herb cream cheese, smoked salmon, chives and caviar.
Shrimp Ceviche with House-Made Tortilla Chips ** (GF)
Citrus-marinated shrimp with tomatoes, cucumber, cilantro and avocado, served with house-made tortilla chips.
Crab Salad Cucumber Cups (GF)
Fresh crab salad with herbs, lemon and a hint of Dijon served in crisp cucumber cups.
Shrimp & Avocado Crostini **
Seasoned shrimp and creamy avocado served on toasted crostini with fresh herbs and a citrus finish.
Assorted California Roll Bites **
Assortment with pickled ginger and wasabi crème.
Burrata Crostini (V)
Creamy burrata with roasted tomatoes, basil pesto and balsamic glaze on toasted crostini.
Truffle Potato Bites (V, GF)
Roasted baby potato bites topped with truffle aioli, shaved Parmesan and fresh herbs.
Whipped Brie, Apple & Hot Honey Crostini (V)
Whipped brie topped with crisp apple, hot honey and fresh thyme on toasted baguette.
Sweet Potato Rounds with Whipped Goat Cheese (V, GF)
Roasted sweet potato rounds topped with whipped goat cheese, hot honey, pistachios and fresh thyme.
Wild Mushroom & Goat Cheese Crostini (V)
Roasted mushrooms, whipped goat cheese, fresh thyme and truffle oil on toasted crostini.
French Onion Tartlets (V)
Creamy cheese and caramelized onions baked in flaky pastry shells.
Roasted Cauliflower with Lemon Tahini (VG, GF)
Roasted cauliflower finished with lemon tahini, pomegranate seeds and fresh mint.
Watermelon Feta Bites with Pistachio & Mint (V, GF)
Fresh watermelon topped with feta, pistachios and mint for a refreshing sweet-and-savory bite.
🌱 Vegetarian & Vegan Favorites
Caprese Skewers (V, GF)
Fresh mozzarella, cherry tomatoes and basil finished with balsamic glaze.
Roasted Cauliflower with Lemon Tahini (VG, GF)
Roasted cauliflower with creamy lemon tahini, pomegranate and fresh mint.
Cucumber Hummus Bites (VG, GF)
Crisp cucumber rounds topped with seasoned hummus, tomato and fresh herbs.
Mediterranean Cucumber Cups (VG, GF)
Crisp cucumber cups filled with tomato, olive, herbs and a bright lemon dressing.
Mushroom, Pepper & Onion Sliders (VG*)
Sautéed mushrooms, peppers and onions served on mini buns.
Vegan when prepared with vegan buns.
🎄 Holiday Appetizers & Festive Bites
Caprese Christmas Wreath (V, GF)
Fresh mozzarella, cherry tomatoes and basil arranged as a festive holiday wreath and finished with balsamic glaze.
Beef Bruschetta Christmas Wreath **
Savory beef bruschetta arranged in a festive wreath presentation and finished with balsamic glaze and fresh herbs.
Christmas Tree Cucumber Sandwiches (V)
Petite sandwiches topped with festive Christmas tree-shaped cucumber picks.
Cranberry Brie Bites (V)
Flaky pastry cups filled with creamy brie and cranberry preserves, finished with fresh herbs.
Holiday Cranberry Balsamic Meatballs
Tender house-made meatballs finished with a sweet and savory cranberry balsamic glaze.
Holiday Charcuterie Wreath ***
Artisan cheeses, cured meats, fresh and dried fruits, olives, nuts and seasonal accompaniments arranged in a festive holiday wreath.
Whipped Brie, Apple & Hot Honey Crostini (V)
Whipped brie with crisp apple, hot honey and fresh thyme on toasted baguette.
Sweet Potato Rounds with Whipped Goat Cheese (V, GF)
Roasted sweet potato rounds topped with whipped goat cheese, hot honey, pistachios and fresh thyme.
🧺 Classic Crowd-Pleasers
Deviled Eggs (V, GF)
Traditional deviled eggs with a creamy seasoned filling and paprika.
Party Wings
Choose Honey BBQ, Teriyaki or Fire-Roasted.
Southern-Style Salmon Croquettes with Lemon-Dill Aioli **
Seasoned salmon croquettes served with house-made lemon-dill aioli.
Glazed Bistro Meatballs
House-made meatballs with your choice of Teriyaki, BBQ, Cranberry Balsamic or Sweet & Sour glaze.
Vegetable Assortment with Ranch or Hummus (V)
Fresh seasonal vegetables served with ranch or hummus.
Chips of Color with Fresh Guacamole (VG, GF)
Colorful tortilla chips served with house-made fresh guacamole.
Quarter Sandwich Tray
Assorted petite deli sandwiches.
Cheese Assortment with Seasoned Crackers (V)
A selection of cheeses served with seasoned gourmet crackers.
Antipasto Tray
Genoa salami, provolone, olives, artichokes and traditional antipasto accompaniments.
Deli Meat Tray
Roast beef, smoked turkey and ham.
Seasonal Fruit Display (VG, GF)
Beautifully arranged seasonal fresh fruit.
Fresh Berry Tray ** (VG, GF)
Seasonal strawberries, blueberries, blackberries and raspberries.
Wild Smoked Salmon Display **
Smoked salmon served with mini baguettes, fresh lemon, dill cream and capers.
Mini Slider Trio
Choose from Pulled Chicken, Tri-Tip *, or Mushroom, Pepper & Onion sliders served on mini buns with assorted sauces.
🍰 Signature Mini Desserts
$6 per person, per selection | Minimum order applies
🍓 Fruit-Forward Favorites
Strawberry Shortcake Shooter
Layers of fresh strawberries, vanilla sponge and whipped cream in an elegant shooter.
Deviled Strawberries with Cream Filling
Fresh strawberries piped with a light cream filling and finished with graham cracker crumble.
Chocolate-Dipped Strawberries
Juicy strawberries dipped in dark or white chocolate and elegantly drizzled. Vegan option available.
Banana Pudding Shooters
Creamy banana pudding layered with vanilla wafers and whipped topping in individual dessert cups.
Peach Cobbler Shooters
Sweet peaches and spiced cobbler crumble layered into individual dessert shooters.
🍋 Bright & Zesty
Lemon Curd Tartlets
Mini tart shells filled with tangy lemon curd and finished with fresh zest.
Lemon Cheesecake Bites
Rich, creamy lemon cheesecake served in petite portions.
🥭 Tropical & Light
Mango & Coconut Delight (VG)
A refreshing blend of mango and coconut cream layered with tropical flair.
Mango & Passionfruit Mousse Shooters
Silky mango and passionfruit mousse served in petite dessert cups. Vegan option available.
🍫 Chocolate Lovers
Chocolate & Raspberry Mousse Shooters
Velvety chocolate mousse layered with raspberry purée. Vegan option available.
Raspberry Chocolate Truffles
Decadent chocolate truffles finished with raspberry dust and cocoa.
S'mores Cupcakes
Chocolate cupcakes topped with toasted marshmallow and graham cracker crumble.
🥕 Seasonal & Specialty
Vegan No-Bake Carrot Cupcakes (VG)
Spiced carrot cake base topped with creamy vegan frosting and served individually.
Eggnog Cheesecake Bars (Seasonal)
Holiday-spiced cheesecake with a buttery graham crust and eggnog cream.
Holiday Sugar Cookies (Seasonal)
Hand-decorated festive sugar cookies perfect for holiday parties, gifting and dessert displays.
Dietary Key:
V = Vegetarian
VG = Vegan
GF = Gluten-Free
Please let us know about food allergies or dietary restrictions when placing your order.
Additional Services
If you would like china, glasses and flatware please add $8.00 per guest.
Servers will be $175.00 for up to 5 hours per server. Bartenders $45 per hour (Beer and Wine Only)
$55 per hour Mixed Drinks, Champagne, Liquor.
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