Café Verdi | to stay, to go, to enjoy!

100 E. Broward Blvd. and SE 1st Ave. Ft. Lauderdale, Fl. 33301

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Verdi's Catering Menu \| Breakfast & Brunch \| Specialty Platters \| Appetizers \| Salads \| Chicken \| Beef \| Tilapia \| Sandwiches & Wraps \| Verdi’s Specialties \| Pasta \| Verdi’s Sides \| Substitutions \| Desserts & Cakes \| Catering Extras \| Weddings & Special Events

Verdi's Catering Menu
We'll take care of all the details so you can enjoy your special event. We have a great team for all your catering needs: From small intimate gatherings to weddings & corporate events. Below is a sample of our mostly requested items; however, your event is unique: Give us a call and we'll cater to your needs.



Breakfast & Brunch
Continental Breakfast
Fresh brew coffee (96oz), orange juice, an assortment of pastries, ham and cheese turnovers and/or bagels accompanied with cream cheese and jelly	$7.98pp
Complete Coffee
Package includes fresh coffee (96oz), cups, sugar, creamers and stirrers (regular, decaf) (tea also available)	$12.50
Coffee & Muffins
Fresh brew coffee (96oz) and a dozen freshly backed small assorted muffins	$24.50
Coffee & Bagels
Fresh brew coffee (96oz) and a dozen assorted fresh bagels with cream cheese	$35.00
Additions
Seasonal Fruit Salad	$2.00pp
Homemade Granola and Yogurt	$2.00pp
Homemade Granola, Yogurt and Honey or Strawberry Preserves	$2.50pp
Egg and Potato Frittata	$1.75pp
Egg and Potato Frittata with 1 Topping	$2.25pp
Egg and Potato Frittata with 2 Toppings	$2.50pp
Price per person (pp)


Specialty Platters
Fresh Seasonal Fruit Tray
Served sliced or diced	$3.50pp
Fruit & Cheese Tray
A selection of cheeses, seasonal fresh fruits and chocolate dipped strawberries. Accompanied with crackers	$4.00pp
Cold Cuts & Cheese Tray
Sliced capicola, ham, turkey and a selection of cheeses decorated with grapes. Accompanied with crackers	$4.00pp
Crudite Tray
Fresh crispy vegetables specially selected and arranged with an herb dip	$3.00pp
Grilled Vegetables Medley
Portobello mushroom, red pepper, zucchini, onions and yellow squash	$3.00pp
Antipasto Verdi
Smoked salmon, capicola, green and Kalamata olives, pepperonccini, caprese brochettes, grilled Portobello mushroom. Accompanied with ciabatta bread	$4.00pp
Price per person (pp)


Appetizers
Caprese Brochettes
Fresh mozzarella nocelinas, cherry tomatoes, and fresh basil. Tossed with extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar	$3.50pp
Passion Fruit Shrimp Brochettes
Served with spicy passion fruit sauce	$4.00pp
Shrimp Cocktail
Jumbo shrimps accompanied with a spicy tomato cocktail sauce	$5.00pp
Fresh Tomato Bruschetta
Toasted ciabatta bread topped with diced fresh tomato, basil, extra virgin olive oil and balsamic balsamic vinegar. (servers 8 – 10)	$22.98
Buffalo Chicken Tenders
50 pieces served with fresh celery and ranch dip	$49.98
Cocktail Meatballs
50 meatballs served with your choice of marinara, barbeque or sweet and sour	$34.98
Assorted Hors Deuvers
50 pieces	$50.00
Plum or Date Stuffed with Almond & Wrapped in Bacon
25 pieces	$25.00
Teriyaki Chicken Skewers
25 pieces	$48.00
Baked Brie (2.2 lbs)
Covered with caramelized walnuts. Accompanied with crackers	$39.98
Gorgonzola Cheese Mousse (2.2 lbs)
Covered with fig preserve. Accompanied with crackers	$39.98
Smoked Salmon Mousse (2.2 lbs)
Accompanied with crackers and toasts	$39.98
Price per person (pp)


Salads
Greek Salad
Diced tomatoes, cucumbers, bell peppers, onions, black olives, and feta cheese in a bed of mixed greens with our oregano-vinaigrette dressing
60oz bowl (6-8 people)	$20.00
120oz bowl (10-14 people)	$35.00
House Salad
Mixed greens, tomatoes, carrots and cucumbers. Served with our traditional balsamic vinaigrette
60oz bowl (6-8 people)	$14.00
120oz bowl (10-14 people)	$25.00
Pasta Salad
Penne pasta and sun dried tomatoes tossed with pesto, extra virgin olive oil and Parmesan cheese
60oz bowl (6-8 people)	$20.00
120oz bowl (10-14 people)	$35.00
Citrus Salad
Mixed field greens tossed with mandarin oranges, and caramelized walnuts served with oriental dressing
60oz bowl (6-8 people)	$20.00
120oz bowl (10-14 people)	$35.00
Teresita Salad
Baby greens tossed with dried sweet cranberries, crumbled Gorgonzola cheese served with tangerine dressing
60oz bowl (6-8 people)	$20.00
120oz bowl (10-14 people)	$35.00
Verdi Salad
Pistachio crusted in Gorgonzola cheese, roasted peppers, artichokes, spinach served with Asian dressing
60oz bowl (6-8 people)	$20.00
120oz bowl (10-14 people)	$35.00
Caprese Salad
Fresh mozzarella, beefsteak tomato and basil tossed with extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar
60oz bowl (6-8 people)	$20.00
120oz bowl (10-14 people)	$35.00
Homemade Potato Salad
With walnuts, apple, celery, mayo and Dijon mustard
60oz bowl (6-8 people)	$14.00
120oz bowl (10-14 people)	$25.00
Caesar Salad
Romaine lettuce, croutons and Parmesan cheese
60oz bowl (6-8 people)	$14.00
120oz bowl (10-14 people)	$25.00
Price per person (pp)


Chicken
Chicken breast accompanied with one side $6.50pp
Chicken Marsala
Served with sauteed mushrooms and roasted garlic in our Marsala wine sauce
Chicken Francaise
Lightly egg battered in lemon and white wine sauce
Chicken Parmigiana
Lightly breaded, topped with tomato sauce and melted mozzarella cheese
Chicken Picatta
Served in a lemon-caper sauce
Chicken Mostarda
Served with a creamy Dijon sauce, topped with sweet pearl onions, fresh tomatoes and Kalamata olives
Hawaiian Chicken
Sauteed with pineapples and bell peppers in a sweet and sour sauce
Chicken alla Rustica
Served with sauteed with artichokes, mushrooms and garlic in cream sauce
Chicken alla King
Pulled chicken with peas and red bell peppers in a cream sauce
Sesame Oriental
Served in an Oriental sesame seed sauce
Chicken Cacciatore
Served in a homemade tomato sauce laden with mushrooms, onions and red peppers
Chicken Florentine
Stuffed with spinach, feta cheese and roasted peppers topped with a light Alfredo sauce
Curry Chicken
Served in a light spicy Indian curry sauce with red peppers and peaches
Cordon Bleu Chicken
Stuffed with ham and Swiss cheese
Teriyaki Chicken
Chicken breast cutlets in teriyaki sauce
Peanut-Thai
A spicy Peanut-Thai sauce
Price per person (pp)


Beef
Accompanied with one side $8.00pp
BBQ Meatloaf
Homemade sweet honey BBQ meatloaf
Tuscany Meatloaf
Made with sage, Italian tomatoes and mushrooms
Meatloaf all' Aretina
Italian style meatloaf made with prosciutto, mushrooms and Italian spices
Ropa Vieja
Cuban influenced dish made with pulled beef, onions, and peppers in a tomato base sauce
Price per person (pp)


Tilapia
Accompanied with one side $7.50pp
Tilapia Picatta
Served in a lemon-caper sauce
Tilapia Francaise
Lightly egg battered in a lemon wine sauce
Sweet & Sour Tilapia
Baked in our own homemade Asian style sweet & sour sauce
Cacciatore Tilapia
Simmered in a homemade tomato sauce laden with mushrooms, red peppers and onions
Blackened Tilapia
With our own spicy blackened seasoning
Walnut Crusted Tilapia
Walnut-crusted filet
Peanut-Thai Tilapia
With a peanut infused, spicy Thai sauce
Sesame Oriental Tilapia
Crusted in sesame seeds with an Asian sauce
Price per person (pp)


Sandwiches & Wraps
Fresh Italian Ciabatta Bread, Sliced Bread or Butter Croissant Sundried Tomato, Spinach or Whole Wheat Wraps

Add chips & homemade tomato-cilantro & onion salsa for only $1.50pp
White Albacore Tuna Salad (with mayo and celery)	$6.50pp
Chicken Breast Salad (with mayo and celery)	$6.50pp
Grilled Chicken Club (sliced chicken breast, Swiss cheese, bacon and pesto aioli)	$6.50pp
Roast Beef & Provolone (served with a homemade relish aioli)	$6.50pp
Turkey & Swiss (roasted turkey breast, Swiss cheese & red pepper aioli)	$6.50pp
Caprese (fresh mozzarella, tomato, basil drizzle of olive oil)	$6.50pp
Veggie (mixed grilled seasonal veggies)	$6.50pp

Portobello Caprese (grilled Portobello, tomato & fresh mozzarella)	$6.50pp
Cold Cuts (prosciutto, salami & Provolone cheese)	$6.50pp
Cuban (ham, turkey, Swiss cheese, pickles, and mustard)	$6.50pp
Parmigiana (lightly breaded chicken breast topped with tomato sauce and melted mozzarella)	$6.50pp
Turkey and Cranberry (roasted turkey breast and cranberry relish)	$6.50pp
Complete "Lunch-Box" Package
Assorted sandwiches/wraps, 'Dirty' chips, cookie platter and sodas	$10.98pp
Price per person (pp) Sandwiches and Wraps are served cut in half


Verdi’s Specialties
Roasted Beef al Vino Rosso
Cooked to your liking with red wine demi-glace and mushrooms	$8.50pp
Shrimp all' Arrabiatta (spicy)
An Italian inspired dish with sauteed shrimp and pasta in a mild spicy homemade tomato sauce	$10.50pp
Mahi-Mahi
In a creole shrimp sauce with onions and peppers with wild rice	$13.50pp
Filet Mignon
In a wild mushroom and red wine demi-glace sauce or a Gorgonzola cheese sauce accompanied by roasted rosemary potatoes	$16.00pp
Pork Tenderloin
In a balsamic reduction or apricot sauce accompanied by potato souffle	$9.50pp
Lomo Saltado
USDA prime skirt steak sauteed with onions, tomatoes and cilantro. Accompanied with white rice and French fries	$8.50pp
Price per person (pp)


Pasta
Serves 8-10 people Accompanied with bread
Lasagna Bolognese
Traditional meat lasagna	$52.00
Spinach Ricotta Lasagna
Generous layers of spinach and ricotta. Backed in our brick oven and topped with a fresh tomato sauce	$52.00
Chicken & Mushroom Lasagna
Grilled chicken, mushrooms and red peppers layered between Parmesan and mozzarella	$56.00
Eggplant Parmigiana
Lightly breaded eggplant baked with tomato sauce, fresh basil, mozzarella and Parmesan, served with pasta marinara	$52.00
Penne alla Vodka
With prosciutto in a delicate Vodka pink sauce	$58.00
Shrimp Pasta Alfredo
Sauteed shrimp in garlic served with pasta Alfredo	$72.00
Chicken Alfredo Pasta
Grilled chicken breast in our homemade Alfredo sauce	$56.00
Penne alla Rustica
Sauteed chicken breast, artichokes, mushrooms and pine nuts in a light cream sauce	$56.00
Pasta Primavera
Served with vegetables sauteed in garlic, lemon and olive oil	$55.00
Pasta & Meatballs
Pasta and meatballs served with our homemade tomato basil sauce	$49.00
Gnocchi Bolognese
Homemade potato gnocchi in our hearty meat sauce with a touch of cream	$58.00
Price per person (pp)


Verdi’s Sides
Additional side
Pasta Marinara	$1.50pp
Pasta Agli'olio	$1.50pp
Steamed Veggies	$1.50pp
Green Beans Almondine	$1.50pp
Garlic Broccoli	$1.50pp
Baked Potato	$1.50pp
Mashed Potato	$1.50pp

Yellow or White Rice	$1.50pp
Garden Rice	$1.50pp
Congri (mixd white rice & black beans)	$1.50pp
Black Beans	$1.50pp
Sweet Plantains	$1.50pp
Price per person (pp)


Substitutions
Substitute any of the above sides for an extra charge
Baked Ziti	$1.00pp
Pasta Alfredo	$1.00pp
Macaroni & Cheese	$1.00pp
Potato Salad	$1.00pp
Grilled Veggies	$1.00pp
Price per person (pp)


Desserts & Cakes
Sunset Sweet Tray
Assorted fresh baked cookies (chocolate chunk, chocolate chip, macadamia White chocolate, cherry white chocolate, cranberry-oatmeal raisin), caramel cream puffs, fudge brownies, chocolate dipped strawberries (seasonal)
24 pieces	$24.00
36 pieces	$35.00
48 pieces	$44.00
60 pieces	$54.00
Assorted cookies (dozen)	$10.00
Cakes
9in; 1/4sheet; 1/2sheet
Chocolate Cake	$24; $32; $58
Black & White Cake	$24; $32; $58
Fresh Fruit Cake	$25; $34; $60
Carrot Cake	$25; $34; $60
Walnut-Caramel Cake	$36; $48; $88
* Fondant cakes & other flavors - available upon Request
Cheesecake
Plain Cheesecake (9in)	$20.00
Fresh Strawberry Cheesecake (9in)	$25.00
Turtle Cheesecake (9in)	$25.00



Catering Extras
Delivery Charges
A delivery fee will be charged upon distance
First 2 miles	$10.00
2-7 miles	$20.00
7-14 miles	$30.00
14-20 miles	$40.00
Accessories Included:
Disposable plates, napkins, plasticware & chafing dishes as well as stearnos


Accessories Available upon Request:
China, silverware and stainless steel chafing dishes as well as other decorations and arrangements are available upon request
Security deposit needed Prices are subject to change without notice


Weddings & Special Events
No event is too small nor too big: We have catered parties of 5 and up to 800 people... Contact us and we'll develop a menu just for your special day.

Open Monday through Friday from 7:30am to 6pm (Wednesday 7:30am to 9pm)

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