CATERING MENU
General Information
Thank you for your interest in Zanzibar Cafe. All orders from our Catering Menu may be placed through our Catering Manager, Michelle Koenig via email at michelle@zanzibarcafe.com or via phone at 619.699.9141. Calls received after 5:00 P.M will be returned the next business day. We require at least 24 hours notice on all orders. Some orders may require 48 hours notice. We will do our best to accommodate last minute orders.
Please provide at least 24 hours notice for cancellation to avoid a 50% fee
Payment is expected prior to or upon delivery in the form of a credit card, cash or check
Delivery fees are dependent upon the delivery location and size of order. We will arrange for delivery and provide an estimated delivery fee when an order is placed. Sales tax will be automatically added to your bill.
Paper goods, plastic ware & serving utensils are available upon request for $1.00 per person. Ceramic platters, baskets and linens are available for a rental fee and must be returned the next business day.
Client will be responsible for paying for any damaged or lost items.
Menu items are subject to market availability. Any substitution is guaranteed to be of equal or greater quality.
BREAKFAST
CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST
A selection of breakfast breads & pastries including
croissants, pastries, scones & muffins, a seasonal fruit platter,
freshly squeezed orange juice and choice of regular or
decaffeinated coffee.
CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST
A selection of breakfast breads & pastries including
croissants, pastries, scones & muffins, a seasonal fruit platter,
freshly squeezed orange juice and choice of regular or
decaffeinated coffee.
12.00/person -- Minimum: 6 guests
BAGEL BREAKFAST
Includes assorted fresh bagels, plain or herbed cream cheese,
sliced tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion, capers & lemon, a
seasonal fruit platter, freshly squeezed orange juice, choice
of regular or decaffeinated coffee.
BAGEL BREAKFAST
Includes assorted fresh bagels, plain or herbed cream cheese,
sliced tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion, capers & lemon, a
seasonal fruit platter, freshly squeezed orange juice, choice
of regular or decaffeinated coffee.
13.00/person -- Minimum: 6 guests
Add sliced Cambridge smoked salmon for 5.00/person.
HEALTH NUT BREAKFAST
Housemade granola with lowfat vanilla yogurt, a seasonal fruit
platter, freshly squeezed orange juice, choice of regular or
decaffeinated coffee.
Add sliced Cambridge smoked salmon for 5.00/person.
HEALTH NUT BREAKFAST
Housemade granola with lowfat vanilla yogurt, a seasonal fruit
platter, freshly squeezed orange juice, choice of regular or
decaffeinated coffee.
13.00/person -- Minimum: 6 guests
BREAKFAST BREADS
A platter of our housemade breakfast breads. Includes slices
of banana bread, zucchini bread & seasonal bread
BREAKFAST BREADS
A platter of our housemade breakfast breads. Includes slices
of banana bread, zucchini bread & seasonal bread
Small (serves 10-12) 29.00
Medium (serves 14-16) 37.00
Large (serves 18-20) 45.00
A LA CARTE ITEMS
Fruit Salad Cups 2.95 each
Fruit & yogurt Granola Parfaits 3.95 each
Orange Juice small (serves8-10) 30.00 Large (serves 14-16) 48.00
Iced Tea small (serves8-10) 25.00 Large (serves 14-16) 40.00
COFFEE & TEA SERVICE
Coffee Service small (serves8-10) 25.00 Large (serves 14-16) 40.00
Tea Service small (serves8-10) 25.00 Large (serves 14-16) 40.00
Our daily fresh brewed coffee comes from Cafe Moto, a local
San Diego Roasting company. Caf� Moto is a second-generation
family owned & operated business that encourages sustainability, by fostering beneficial relationships among
farmers and their customers. They purchase organic and Fair Trade products, promoting a healthy environment as well as fair wages. Our house blend, Organic Blue Sky is a Dark Roast Organic and
Fair Trade coffee. It was originally designed to be a tribute to Berkeley, CA and the Beatnix of past, Certified Organic coffees, roasted dark to impart a smoky flavor and lasting caramelized
finish (decaffeinated is available upon request). We also offer over two-dozen Assorted teas, also from Caf� Moto. Please inquire about flavors. Cups, sugar & cream are included.
COLD BEVERAGES
Assorted sodas, bottled juices & teas, and bottled Zanzibar
water available upon request
LUNCH
ORDERING GUIDELINES
Small serves 10-12 Medium serves 14-16 Large serves 18-20
SANDWICHES AND BOXED LUNCHES
GOURMET SANDWICH PLATTER
choose four varieties from the following:
Mediterranean vegetable on ciabatta
turkey & provolone on sourdough
tuna with avocado & sprouts on multigrain
egg salad on multigrain
turkey & avocado croissant
curried chicken on ciabatta
brie & pesto baguette
tomato & mozzarella on focaccia
Medium (serves 14-16) 37.00
Large (serves 18-20) 45.00
A LA CARTE ITEMS
Fruit Salad Cups 2.95 each
Fruit & yogurt Granola Parfaits 3.95 each
Orange Juice small (serves8-10) 30.00 Large (serves 14-16) 48.00
Iced Tea small (serves8-10) 25.00 Large (serves 14-16) 40.00
COFFEE & TEA SERVICE
Coffee Service small (serves8-10) 25.00 Large (serves 14-16) 40.00
Tea Service small (serves8-10) 25.00 Large (serves 14-16) 40.00
Our daily fresh brewed coffee comes from Cafe Moto, a local
San Diego Roasting company. Caf� Moto is a second-generation
family owned & operated business that encourages sustainability, by fostering beneficial relationships among
farmers and their customers. They purchase organic and Fair Trade products, promoting a healthy environment as well as fair wages. Our house blend, Organic Blue Sky is a Dark Roast Organic and
Fair Trade coffee. It was originally designed to be a tribute to Berkeley, CA and the Beatnix of past, Certified Organic coffees, roasted dark to impart a smoky flavor and lasting caramelized
finish (decaffeinated is available upon request). We also offer over two-dozen Assorted teas, also from Caf� Moto. Please inquire about flavors. Cups, sugar & cream are included.
COLD BEVERAGES
Assorted sodas, bottled juices & teas, and bottled Zanzibar
water available upon request
LUNCH
ORDERING GUIDELINES
Small serves 10-12 Medium serves 14-16 Large serves 18-20
SANDWICHES AND BOXED LUNCHES
GOURMET SANDWICH PLATTER
choose four varieties from the following:
Mediterranean vegetable on ciabatta
turkey & provolone on sourdough
tuna with avocado & sprouts on multigrain
egg salad on multigrain
turkey & avocado croissant
curried chicken on ciabatta
brie & pesto baguette
tomato & mozzarella on focaccia
Small 120.00 Medium 160.00 Large 200.00
MEAT & CHEESE PLATTER
Make your own sandwiches with an assortment including turkey, salami, roast beef and ham, served with sliced cheddar, provolone and swiss, an assortment of breads. Accompanied by mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lettuce, tomatoes, red onion, pickles and pepperoncini.
Small 120.00 Medium 160.00 Large 200.00
PETITE SANDWICH PLATTER
May include brie & pesto, tuna with avocado & sprouts, egg
salad, smoked salmon & curried chicken salad on assorted mini
rolls (includes two per person)
Small 108.00 Medium 144.00 Large 180.00
EXECUTIVE LUNCH BOXES
Perfect for office meetings, seminars, ball games, events,
picnics or travel. Includes a traditional sandwich, salad of the
day or fresh fruit salad, a brownie or cookie and a bag of chips
Whole sandwich 16.95 Half sandwich 13.95
*Add a bottled beverage for 2.00
SALAD BOWLS
All dressings are served on the side unless otherwise
requested. Portions are meant to be served as sides to
accompany lunch orders or may be combined with other salads to
make up a meal.
HOUSE SALAD
Mixed greens, roma tomatoes, artichokes, kalamata olives, feta
cheese, sprouts, red onions, sunflower seeds & sliced avocado,
served with our house balsamic vinaigrette
Small 50.00 Medium 65.00 Large 80.00
MANGO CHICKEN SALAD
Mixed greens, jicama, cucumber, mango, roasted almonds &
sun-dried cherries served with a cherry vinaigrette
Small 60.00 Medium 82.00 Large 104.00
GRILLED PORTOBELLO MUSHROOM SALAD
Sliced portobello mushrooms on mixed greens, topped with
golden raisins, walnuts and crumbled goat cheese served with a
raspberry vinaigrette
Small 60.00 Medium 82.00 Large 104.00
COBB SALAD
Grilled chicken breast, crisp bacon, sliced hard-boiled egg,
chopped tomato, sliced red onion & crumbled blue cheese on a
bed of chopped romaine and red cabbage, served with a side of
dijon-red wine vinaigrette
Small 60.00 Medium 82.00 Large 104.00
CHOPPED SUMMER SALAD
Chopped romaine lettuce topped with sliced olives, diced
tomatoes, avocado, cucumbers, hearts of palm & feta cheese
served with a citrus dressing
Small 50.00 Medium 65.00 Large 82.00
Add chicken for 1.95 per person
SEARED AHI CRUNCHY SALAD
mixed greens, shredded cabbage, carrots, cilantro, crisp wonton
strips, tossed in soy vinaigrette
Small 96.00 Medium 128.00 Large 160.00
GREEN SALAD
Mixed Greens, tomato, cucumber and croutons, served with our
house balsamic vinaigrette
Small 44.00 Medium 60.00 Large 76.00
ASSORTED MARKET SALADS
2 POUND MINIMUM PER SALAD (inquire about pricing)
Small Bowl (serves 12 - approx. 3 lb) Large Bowl (serves 20 - approx. 5 lb)
Asian Coleslaw
Asian Cucumber Salad
Asparagus Pomodoro
Roasted Beet, Spinach & Pine Nut Salad
Broccoli with Raisins & Pine Nuts
Cannelini Bean Salad
Crunchy Cauliflower & Broccoli Salad
Spice-Roasted Curried Cauliflower
Chicken, Butternut and Quinoa Salad
Chicken Chilli Cashew Noodle Salad
Chicken, Walnut and Grape salad
Chinese Chicken Salad
Curried Chicken Salad
Curried Couscous & Apple Salad
Fiesta Brown Rice Salad
French Herbed Potato Salad
Golden Basmati Rice with Apricots, Apples & Almonds
Greek Salad
Green Bean & Avocado Salad with Poppyseed Dressing
Green Bean, Corn & Pesto Salad
Grilled Corn Salad
Grilled Portobello Mushroom & Farro Salad
Grilled Vegetables
Jasmine Rice, Feta, Citrus & Mint Salad
Jasmine Rice, Vermicelli & Persian Lentil Salad
Lentil and Bulgur Salad
Mediterranean Couscous & Eggplant Salad
Orzo with Artichokes, Feta & Pine Nuts
Pear, Arugula, Bacon & Feta Salad
Penne with Tomatoes & Pine Nuts
Potato Salad with Cornichons & Capers
Roasted Red Pepper & Eggplant Salad
Soba Noodle & Tofu Salad
Tabbouleh
Tarragon Chicken & Grape Salad
Tuna, Green Bean & White Bean Salad
Vegetable Medley Salad with Curry Dressing
PARTY PLATTERS
SMOKED SALMON PLATTER
Cambridge smoked salmon served with capers, onions, tomatoes,
sliced lemon & cream cheese, served with assorted bagels
Small 150.00 Medium 200.00 Large 260.00
ANTIPASTO PLATTER
Salami, prosciutto, fresh mozzarella cheese, olives, artichokes,
roasted & pappadew peppers and other select items served with
rosemary focaccia bread and baguette.
Small 96.00 Medium 128.00 Large 160.00
CRUDITE PLATTER
Fresh garden vegetables served with a seasonal dip
Small 48.00 Medium 64.00 Large 80.00
HOUSE-MADE DIPS
choose from the following: extra virgin olive and parmesan; hummus, roasted eggplant & tomato;
roasted beet pesto; caramelized onion, spinach, yogurt; served with toasted crostini
selection of three 25.00 selection of five 35.00
(Serves 16-20)
CAPRESE PLATTER
Fresh mozzarella & tomato slices drizzled with olive oil,
balsamic vinegar and chopped fresh basil, served with sliced baguette
Small 42.00 Medium 52.00 Large 64.00
Small 95.00 Medium 130.00 Large 170.00
Small 60.00 Medium 82.00 Large 104.00
GRILLED PORTOBELLO MUSHROOM SALAD
Sliced portobello mushrooms on mixed greens, topped with
golden raisins, walnuts and crumbled goat cheese served with a
raspberry vinaigrette
Small 60.00 Medium 82.00 Large 104.00
COBB SALAD
Grilled chicken breast, crisp bacon, sliced hard-boiled egg,
chopped tomato, sliced red onion & crumbled blue cheese on a
bed of chopped romaine and red cabbage, served with a side of
dijon-red wine vinaigrette
Small 60.00 Medium 82.00 Large 104.00
CHOPPED SUMMER SALAD
Chopped romaine lettuce topped with sliced olives, diced
tomatoes, avocado, cucumbers, hearts of palm & feta cheese
served with a citrus dressing
Small 50.00 Medium 65.00 Large 82.00
Add chicken for 1.95 per person
SEARED AHI CRUNCHY SALAD
mixed greens, shredded cabbage, carrots, cilantro, crisp wonton
strips, tossed in soy vinaigrette
Small 96.00 Medium 128.00 Large 160.00
GREEN SALAD
Mixed Greens, tomato, cucumber and croutons, served with our
house balsamic vinaigrette
Small 44.00 Medium 60.00 Large 76.00
ASSORTED MARKET SALADS
2 POUND MINIMUM PER SALAD (inquire about pricing)
Small Bowl (serves 12 - approx. 3 lb) Large Bowl (serves 20 - approx. 5 lb)
Asian Coleslaw
Asian Cucumber Salad
Asparagus Pomodoro
Roasted Beet, Spinach & Pine Nut Salad
Broccoli with Raisins & Pine Nuts
Cannelini Bean Salad
Crunchy Cauliflower & Broccoli Salad
Spice-Roasted Curried Cauliflower
Chicken, Butternut and Quinoa Salad
Chicken Chilli Cashew Noodle Salad
Chicken, Walnut and Grape salad
Chinese Chicken Salad
Curried Chicken Salad
Curried Couscous & Apple Salad
Fiesta Brown Rice Salad
French Herbed Potato Salad
Golden Basmati Rice with Apricots, Apples & Almonds
Greek Salad
Green Bean & Avocado Salad with Poppyseed Dressing
Green Bean, Corn & Pesto Salad
Grilled Corn Salad
Grilled Portobello Mushroom & Farro Salad
Grilled Vegetables
Jasmine Rice, Feta, Citrus & Mint Salad
Jasmine Rice, Vermicelli & Persian Lentil Salad
Lentil and Bulgur Salad
Mediterranean Couscous & Eggplant Salad
Orzo with Artichokes, Feta & Pine Nuts
Pear, Arugula, Bacon & Feta Salad
Penne with Tomatoes & Pine Nuts
Potato Salad with Cornichons & Capers
Roasted Red Pepper & Eggplant Salad
Soba Noodle & Tofu Salad
Tabbouleh
Tarragon Chicken & Grape Salad
Tuna, Green Bean & White Bean Salad
Vegetable Medley Salad with Curry Dressing
PARTY PLATTERS
SMOKED SALMON PLATTER
Cambridge smoked salmon served with capers, onions, tomatoes,
sliced lemon & cream cheese, served with assorted bagels
Small 150.00 Medium 200.00 Large 260.00
ANTIPASTO PLATTER
Salami, prosciutto, fresh mozzarella cheese, olives, artichokes,
roasted & pappadew peppers and other select items served with
rosemary focaccia bread and baguette.
Small 96.00 Medium 128.00 Large 160.00
CRUDITE PLATTER
Fresh garden vegetables served with a seasonal dip
Small 48.00 Medium 64.00 Large 80.00
HOUSE-MADE DIPS
choose from the following: extra virgin olive and parmesan; hummus, roasted eggplant & tomato;
roasted beet pesto; caramelized onion, spinach, yogurt; served with toasted crostini
selection of three 25.00 selection of five 35.00
(Serves 16-20)
CAPRESE PLATTER
Fresh mozzarella & tomato slices drizzled with olive oil,
balsamic vinegar and chopped fresh basil, served with sliced baguette
Small 42.00 Medium 52.00 Large 64.00
TRADITIONAL CHEESE PLATTER
An assortment of classic cheeses, garnished with fresh and dried fruit, served with sliced baguette and olive bread
Small 60.00 Medium 80.00 Large 105.00
GOURMET CHEESE PLATTER
An assortment of gourmet and artisan cheeses, garnished with fresh and dried fruit, marcona almonds and
An assortment of gourmet and artisan cheeses, garnished with fresh and dried fruit, marcona almonds and
fig jam, served with sliced baguette and olive bread
Small 95.00 Medium 130.00 Large 170.00
FRUIT PLATTER
An assortment of fresh seasonal fruit. May include cantalope,
honeydew, watermelon, pineapple, oranges, assorted berries
and grapes.
Small 42.00 Medium 56.00 Large 70.00
HOT LUNCH ITEMS
ZANZIBAR MAC & CHEESE
59.00
An assortment of fresh seasonal fruit. May include cantalope,
honeydew, watermelon, pineapple, oranges, assorted berries
and grapes.
Small 42.00 Medium 56.00 Large 70.00
HOT LUNCH ITEMS
ZANZIBAR MAC & CHEESE
Serves 12
Our signature mac & cheese with cheddar, fontina, feta &
parmesan, with hints of spinach & tomato, topped with a crispy
cornbread crust
TRADITIONAL LASAGNE
79.00
Layers of delicious meat sauce, noodles, ricotta, mozzarella, &
parmesan
VEGETARIAN LASAGNE
79.00
Our vegetarian lasagne is packed with roasted veggies, tomato
sauce, ricotta, mozzarella, & parmesan
*We suggest adding one of our salads to complete your meal
DESSERTS
COOKIE PLATTER
freshly baked assortment of Chocolate Chip, Oatmeal Raisin,
Oatmeal Chocolate Chip, Sugar Crusted Ginger Cookies, and
Cinnamon Sugar Snickerdoodles.
parmesan, with hints of spinach & tomato, topped with a crispy
cornbread crust
TRADITIONAL LASAGNE
Serves 12
Layers of delicious meat sauce, noodles, ricotta, mozzarella, &
parmesan
VEGETARIAN LASAGNE
Serves 12
Our vegetarian lasagne is packed with roasted veggies, tomato
sauce, ricotta, mozzarella, & parmesan
*We suggest adding one of our salads to complete your meal
DESSERTS
COOKIE PLATTER
freshly baked assortment of Chocolate Chip, Oatmeal Raisin,
Oatmeal Chocolate Chip, Sugar Crusted Ginger Cookies, and
Cinnamon Sugar Snickerdoodles.
Small 28.00 Medium 36.00 Large 42.00
GOURMET COOKIE PLATTER
Freshly baked assortment of Almond Ricciarelli, Double
Chocolate Chunk, Toasted Coconut Macaroons, Sugar Crusted
Ginger Cookie, and Dark Chocolate Dipped Shortbread.
Small 32.00 Medium 40.00 Large 46.00
BROWNIES & BARS
Selection may include caramel brownies, lemon bars, peanut
butter blondies, pecan bars, s�mores bar and mocha crunch bar
Small 33.00 Medium 44.00 Large 55.00
CUPCAKE PLATTER
Includes a selection of the best ever cupcakes! Ask us for
available flavors
Small 35.00 Medium 47.00 Large 59.00
CHOCOLATE-COVERED STRAWBERRIES
Strawberries dipped in dark or white chocolate
Small 33.00 Medium 44.00 Large 55.00
ZANZIBAR CAKES
CLASSIC CARROT CAKE
Lemon, cream cheese, buttercream
DEEP, DARK CHOCOLATE CAKE
vanilla, chocolate or caramel buttercream
SOUTHERN RED VELVET CAKE
tangy cream cheese buttercream
DOUBLE CHOCOLATE BUNDT CAKE
Chocolate glaze and cocoa nibs
CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER CAKE
peanut butter buttercream & toasted meringue
CAKE PRICES
6 INCH (serves 8-10) 36.00
10 INCH (serves 12-16) 45.00
1/2 SHEET (serves 40-45) 78.00
BUNDT (serves 10-12) 28.00
CUSTOM CAKES & CUPCAKES
We customize as well Please inquire about specialty items for
bridal showers, baby showers, birthdays & other special
occasions
SIGNATURE DESSERTS
LUCIOUS LEMON TART
28.00 serves 12
DARK CHOCOLATE HAZELNUT TART
32.00 serves 12
NEW ORLEANS BREAD PUDDING
42 serves 12
