ST. PATRICK’S DAY CATERING MENU NYC

St. Patrick’s Day Catering Menu

St. Patrick’s Day is more than just a holiday—it’s a celebration of heritage, hospitality, and hearty, satisfying food. Whether you’re honoring Irish roots or simply enjoying a festive day in New York City, Green Apple Catering and Events helps you host without the kitchen stress. Our St. Patrick’s Day catering menu NYC is built for modern gatherings: fresh, seasonal, inclusive, and packed with bold, comforting flavors.

We deliver chef-prepared meals that arrive ready to serve—individually boxed or beautifully presented in trays—so your team, family, or guests can enjoy a flavorful celebration with none of the hassle. From breakfast spreads to hot buffet entrees, each dish brings a thoughtful balance of tradition and creativity.

ST. PATRICK’S DAY MENU

(Elevated Corporate / Modern Irish Fusion)

$36.95 One Entrée
$39.95 Two Entrées
$44.95 Three Entrées
Includes:
2 Hot Sides, 1 Chilled Salad, Cookies, Sliced Fruit & Bread

Entrées

• Braised Short Ribs with Irish Whiskey Jus
• Seared Salmon over Herbed Barley & Spring Peas
• Matcha Pesto Pasta with Toasted Pine Nuts (vegetarian)
• Spinach & Feta Tartlets
• Potato Leek Soup (served as a plated entrée option or buffet tureen)
• Irish Lamb Stew with Root Vegetables
• Cabbage-Wrapped Herb & Grain Rolls (vegan)

Hot Sides

• Garlic & Herb Roasted Fingerling Potatoes
• Spring Pea Risotto
• Sautéed Cabbage with Caraway & Onions
• Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Maple-Mustard Glaze
• Baked Potato Gratin
• Braised Mushrooms in Whiskey Butter

Chilled Salads

• Mixed Greens with Pears, Walnuts & Honey-Cider Dressing
• Capellini Pasta Salad with Asparagus & Lemon Dill
• Quinoa & Green Herb Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette
• Kale Caesar with Parmesan & Garlic Croutons

Desserts

(Optional $8.95 per Guest)

• Irish Cream Chocolate Mousse
• Pistachio & White Chocolate Blondies
• Shamrock Mini Cheesecakes
• Mint Chocolate Cookie Bars

Beverages

($6.95 per Guest)

• Mint Mojitos (non-alcoholic option available)
• Ginger-Lime Sparkler
• Cucumber-Mint Cooler
• Sparkling Green Apple Limeade

ST. PATRICK’S DAY VEGAN MENU

Vegan Entrées

• Vegan Shepherd’s Pie
  Lentils, carrots, peas & mushrooms topped with whipped potato crust.
• Cabbage-Wrapped Vegetable Rolls
  Stuffed with herbed rice, carrots, parsley & garlic in tomato broth.
• Irish Stout Mushroom Stew
  Root vegetables, mushrooms & barley slow-simmered in a vegan stout broth.
• Matcha Pesto Pasta
  Basil–matcha pesto with spinach, roasted cherry tomatoes & toasted pine nuts.
• Spring Pea & Leek Quiche (Vegan)
  Silky tofu-based custard, fresh peas & leeks in flaky vegan pastry.
• Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms
  Filled with spinach, herb breadcrumbs & garlic butter (vegan).

Hot Sides

• Colcannon (Vegan)
  Mashed potatoes with cabbage & scallions.
• Roasted Root Vegetables with Dill Oil
  Carrots, parsnips & golden beets tossed in fresh dill.
• Green Bean Almondine (Vegan)
  Lemon, garlic & toasted almonds.
• Irish Soda Bread Stuffing (Vegan)
  Caramelized onions, herbs & vegetable broth.
• Braised Cabbage with Caraway Seeds
• Garlic & Herb Roasted Fingerling Potatoes

Chilled Salads

• Spring Greens with Pear, Walnuts & Lemon Vinaigrette
• Quinoa & Green Herb Salad with citrus, parsley & scallions
• Crisp Spinach Salad with green apples & golden raisins
• Cold Pea & Mint Salad with lemon dressing

Desserts

(Optional $8.95 per Guest — Vegan)

• Mint Chocolate Brownies
• Pistachio Blondies
• Green Velvet Cupcakes (vegan)
• Shamrock Sugar Cookies (vegan)

Beverages

($6.95 per Guest)

• Matcha Smoothies
• Mint Lemonade
• Green Apple Limeade
• Cucumber-Mint Refresher

ST. PATRICK’S DAY GLUTEN-FREE MENU

“Celtic GF Celebration”

Entrées

• Roasted Corned Beef & Cabbage
  Served with whole-grain mustard (GF).
• GF Shepherd’s Pie
  Slow-cooked beef or turkey with vegetables, topped with whipped potatoes (no flour).
• Irish Lamb Stew (GF)
  Root vegetables, herbs & broth — naturally gluten-free.
• Seared Salmon with Herbed Barley Substitute (GF Option)
  Served with Lemon-Herb Jus (can be paired with quinoa instead of barley).
• Braised Short Ribs with Irish Whiskey Jus (GF)
  Rich, slow-braised, flour-free reduction.
• Cabbage-Wrapped Vegetable Rolls (GF, Vegetarian)
  Stuffed with rice, spinach, herbs & tomato broth.

Hot Sides ( all GF)

• Colcannon (GF)
  Mashed potatoes with cabbage and scallions.
• Roasted Root Vegetables with Dill Butter (GF)
• Green Bean Almondine (GF)
  Lemon, garlic & toasted almonds.
• Garlic & Herb Fingerling Potatoes (GF)
• Spring Pea Risotto (GF)
• Maple-Roasted Carrots & Parsnips (GF)

Chilled Salads ( all GF)

• Baby Arugula with Pears, Walnuts & Honey-Cider Dressing
• Spinach Salad with Strawberries & Poppy Seed Vinaigrette
• Spring Pea, Mint & Lemon Salad
• Quinoa & Green Herb Salad with Citrus Dressing

Desserts

(Optional $9.95 per Guest — all gluten-free)

• GF Mint Chocolate Brownies
• Flourless Guinness-Style Chocolate Cake (non-alcoholic GF chocolate base)
• GF Shamrock Sugar Cookies
• Vanilla Bean Panna Cotta with Citrus Compote

Beverages

• Green Apple Limeade
• Ginger-Lime Sparkler
• Minty Green Tea Lemonade
• Cucumber-Mint Cooler

ST. PATRICK’S DAY KIDS’ MENU

Little Leprechauns Buffet

$21.95
Kid-friendly entrées
Two sides
Fruit platter
St. Paddy’s Day cookies
Juice or lemonade
(You can price this however you like — many caterers use $16.95–$21.95 per child depending on portion size.)

Entrées

All items are simple, mild, and themed without being too bold for children.

• Leprechaun Chicken Tenders
  Lightly breaded, green-tinted ranch on the side (optional).
• Mini Shepherd’s Pie Cups
  Beef or turkey with veggies & mashed potato top.
• Shamrock Mac & Cheese
  Creamy green-tinted cheddar sauce (natural spinach coloring available).
• Rainbow Veggie Quesadillas
  Mild cheese with colorful peppers (GF option available).
• Mini Corned Beef Sliders (optional for kids comfortable with Irish flavors)
  Soft rolls with mild corned beef & Swiss.

Hot Sides

• Green Bean Fries (lightly roasted, kid-approved)
• Lucky Rainbow Roasted Potatoes (red, yellow & purple potatoes)
• Steamed Broccoli Trees with butter on the side
• Shamrock Tater Tots
• Irish Potato Pancakes (Mini Boxty)

Cold Sides / Fruit

• Rainbow Fruit Skewers
  Strawberries, pineapple, melon, grapes & blueberries.
• Green Apple Slices with honey-yogurt dip.

Desserts

• Shamrock Sugar Cookies
  Green icing, kid-decorated look.
• Green Velvet Cupcake Minis
• Rice Krispie Treat “Pot of Gold” Cups
  Marshmallow cups topped with gold sprinkles.

Beverages

• Green Apple Limeade
• Minty Lemonade (kid-friendly version, no herbal intensity)
• Fruit Punch (can be colored green for theme)
• Bottled Water

Why St. Patrick’s Day Catering in NYC is a Big Deal

Each year, New York City lights up in green as St. Patrick’s Day becomes more than just a cultural celebration — it turns into a full-blown citywide event. Offices, venues, and private homes all look for ways to celebrate the day with food that feels festive, memorable, and authentic. For many hosts, professional catering has become the go-to solution to deliver themed menus that honor Irish-American traditions while pleasing modern palates.

From classic corned beef spreads to themed green desserts, a thoughtfully prepared catering menu can take your event from ordinary to unforgettable. If you’re planning a St. Patrick’s Day party or office celebration in 2025, holiday catering options throughout the year are already available for advance booking.

Best St. Patrick’s Day Menu Ideas for 2026

Traditional Irish-Inspired Dishes

To honor tradition, a St. Patrick’s Day catering menu wouldn’t be complete without Irish-American staples. These comforting dishes are always a crowd favorite.

For office settings or casual social events, consider serving these dishes at room temperature for convenience. Green Apple Catering provides a variety of room temperature menu options for drop-off events that don’t sacrifice flavor for flexibility.

Unique Green-Themed Meals

Creative presentation goes a long way on St. Patrick’s Day. Adding green ingredients can keep the theme festive while offering some lighter, modern twists on traditional fare.

To personalize your event even further, you can create your own custom salad platter with seasonal greens, toppings, and dressings to match the theme while accommodating all diets.

Irish-Inspired Soups & Stews

March weather in NYC calls for comfort, and a warm, hearty soup station is a reliable crowd-pleaser. Popular options for St. Patrick’s Day.

View more options on Green Apple’s soup catering menu for a full range of seasonal and cultural favorites.

Themed Catering Packages for Offices and Parties

Lunch Buffets for Corporate Events

For companies hosting in-office events, lunch is the ideal mealtime to celebrate. Buffet-style menus allow guests to serve themselves while enjoying a variety of Irish-themed dishes. Some examples of customizable combinations.

Explore options to build your own lunch buffet based on group size, dietary needs, and kitchen access.

Dinner Events and Private Parties

Evening parties provide a perfect setting for elevated catering, especially if you’re incorporating bar service or sit-down courses. From plated entrées to themed table decor, you can impress guests with more refined Irish dishes.

To see curated seasonal menus designed for dinner service, check out Green Apple’s themed dinner catering menus.

Social Gatherings with Sandwiches & Party Trays

If you’re hosting a laid-back gathering at home or in a coworking space, sandwiches and trays make for a fun, casual option. Guests can nibble while mingling, and there’s minimal cleanup.

For easy group service, consider the Heroes by the Foot — stacked, oversized sandwiches made to share.

Irish-Inspired Desserts and Drinks

Sweet Ideas for St. Patrick’s Day

No celebration is complete without dessert, and this holiday is the perfect excuse to get creative with green-colored and Irish-themed treats. These fun additions work well for office events, parties, and catered luncheons .

For a full dessert station or just a few featured items, browse Green Apple’s desserts and sweet stations to build out your perfect spread.

Bar Add-Ons & Green Drinks

Whether you’re going alcohol-free or embracing the full Irish pub experience, beverage pairings help complete the event atmosphere.

Adding drink stations alongside your meal service brings energy to the event and helps guests settle into the celebration.

Customization and Dietary Flexibility

In a city as diverse as New York, dietary inclusivity is essential. Green Apple Catering offers a wide range of accommodations to ensure every guest can enjoy the celebration without compromise. Some thoughtful Irish-inspired alternatives include Vegan, gluten free and Dairy free

For those planning mixed-diet gatherings, explore the variety of individual entrée selections to build menus that suit everyone at the table.

Event Logistics: Staffing, Decor, and Planning Tips

Beyond the food, Green Apple Catering offers full-service support for St. Patrick’s Day events of all sizes. From on-site chefs and servers to festive table setups, every detail is handled with precision. Some event planning extras to consider:

• Green and gold tableware, napkins, and centerpieces
• Shamrock-themed signage and buffet cards
• Optional event staff for setup, service, and cleanup
• Pre-scheduled drop-off for no-contact deliveries

Many of these details are integrated into our themed lunch menus, but customization is always welcome. Whether it’s a cozy office gathering or a high-end corporate affair, we tailor each package to meet your needs.

Final Thoughts: Booking Your St. Patrick’s Day Catering

March 17th might seem far away, but the best catering spots in NYC book fast — especially with St. Patrick’s Day falling on a weekday in 2025. Whether you’re planning a midday office luncheon, a cocktail reception, or a house party, early planning ensures the best menu availability and scheduling flexibility.

Reach out to Green Apple Catering today by calling 347-808-8756 or emailing events@nygreenapple.com to get started. Appointment-based consultations are available to help you plan a memorable, stress-free event from start to finish.

Need more info? Review our full catering policies here before placing your order.