BBQ Buffet Catering & Custom Catering Menu
With over 137 years in the hospitality industry and over 50 years of experience in off-premise catering, it is the Rode family’s continued pleasure to serve all of Southern New Jersey and the Delaware Valley. Rode’s offers fully custom-designed menus unique to your event that is tailored to our your menu interests and food service budget.
A formal proposal will be sent after a short consultation with one of our Catering Coordinators. Final pricing will vary depending on the menu, service style, event location (travel), guest count, rentals and beverage service needs.
The following menu items are available for corporate, weddings and social events of any kind. Select menu items may only be available for full service catering only or have minimum order requirements.
A formal proposal will be sent after a short consultation with one of our Catering Coordinators. Final pricing will vary depending on the menu, service style, event location (travel), guest count, rentals and beverage service needs.
The following menu items are available for corporate, weddings and social events of any kind. Select menu items may only be available for full service catering only or have minimum order requirements.
Poultry
BBQ Smoked Chicken
Bone-in, moist and tender slow smoked chicken, basted in Rode's 70 year old signature butter and vinegar dressing
Fried Chicken
Bone-in breasts, thighs, wing and drumsticks, seasoned in delicious home made seasoned flour, deep fried to golden perfection
Stuffed Chicken Breast
Double lobe, skin on baked chicken breast folded with delicious classic stuffing
Creamy Florentine
Lightly floured and seasoned, pan fried chicken breast, sauteed spinach topped with creamy white wine garlic sauce
Chicken Marsala
Lightly floured and seasoned, pan fried chicken breast, sauteed mushrooms in light marsala demi-glace
Chicken Picatta
Lightly floured and seasoned, pan fried chicken breast, white wine lemon sauce, lemon slices and capers
Chicken Parmesan
Parmesan cheese breaded, fried boneless chicken breast, topped with fresh mozzarella, marinara, parmesan and fresh basil
Chicken Chesapeake
Lightly floured and seasoned, pan fried boneless chicken breast, Jumbo Lump Crab meat, Old Bay bechamel sauce, fresh parsley
Chicken Francaise
Egg battered, lightly fried boneless chicken breast topped with elegant white wine lemon sauce
Chicken Caccitore
Rustic fall-part tender, bone-in thighs and drumsticks with mushrooms, onions and bell peppers in a flavorful red wine, tomato sauce
BBQ Pulled Chicken
3 hour smoked bone-in chicken hand pulled, tossed with roasted peppers and onions in light, red bbq sauce
Oven Roast Turkey Breast
Tender, slow roasted turkey breast, sliced and served with turkey gravy
Bone-in, moist and tender slow smoked chicken, basted in Rode's 70 year old signature butter and vinegar dressing
Fried Chicken
Bone-in breasts, thighs, wing and drumsticks, seasoned in delicious home made seasoned flour, deep fried to golden perfection
Stuffed Chicken Breast
Double lobe, skin on baked chicken breast folded with delicious classic stuffing
Creamy Florentine
Lightly floured and seasoned, pan fried chicken breast, sauteed spinach topped with creamy white wine garlic sauce
Chicken Marsala
Lightly floured and seasoned, pan fried chicken breast, sauteed mushrooms in light marsala demi-glace
Chicken Picatta
Lightly floured and seasoned, pan fried chicken breast, white wine lemon sauce, lemon slices and capers
Chicken Parmesan
Parmesan cheese breaded, fried boneless chicken breast, topped with fresh mozzarella, marinara, parmesan and fresh basil
Chicken Chesapeake
Lightly floured and seasoned, pan fried boneless chicken breast, Jumbo Lump Crab meat, Old Bay bechamel sauce, fresh parsley
Chicken Francaise
Egg battered, lightly fried boneless chicken breast topped with elegant white wine lemon sauce
Chicken Caccitore
Rustic fall-part tender, bone-in thighs and drumsticks with mushrooms, onions and bell peppers in a flavorful red wine, tomato sauce
BBQ Pulled Chicken
3 hour smoked bone-in chicken hand pulled, tossed with roasted peppers and onions in light, red bbq sauce
Oven Roast Turkey Breast
Tender, slow roasted turkey breast, sliced and served with turkey gravy
Pork
BBQ Pulled Pork
Smoked low and slow,16 hour, house made BBQ rub, hand pulled
Carolina Pulled Pork
Smoked low and slow,16 hour, in tangy and zesty Carolina sauce
Whole Roasted Pig
40-120lbs available. Bone-in, smoked low and slow until incredibly tender. BBQ and pork gravy on the side
Slow Roasted Italian Pork
Slow roasted, garlic and rosemary, thin sliced in natural au jus, broccoli rabe and roasted red peppers on the side (optional added)
Sausage and Peppers
Mild Italian sausage with white wine roasted bell peppers and onions
BBQ Pork Ribs
Rode's signature house made BBQ rub, slow smoked until fall of the bone tender
Stuffed Pork Tenderloin
Gruyere and swiss, mushrooms and spinach
Italian Stuffed Pork Tenderloin
Proscuitto, sauteed spinach, sun dried tomato, herbs, buttery white wine pan sauce
Herb Crusted Pork Tenderloin
Fresh thyme, rosemary, garlic
Asian Pulled Pork
Sesame, honey, hoisin slow cooked pork shoulder, shredded and garnished with scallion, red cabbage and carrot. Served with sticky jasmine rice (optional added)
Smoked low and slow,16 hour, house made BBQ rub, hand pulled
Carolina Pulled Pork
Smoked low and slow,16 hour, in tangy and zesty Carolina sauce
Whole Roasted Pig
40-120lbs available. Bone-in, smoked low and slow until incredibly tender. BBQ and pork gravy on the side
Slow Roasted Italian Pork
Slow roasted, garlic and rosemary, thin sliced in natural au jus, broccoli rabe and roasted red peppers on the side (optional added)
Sausage and Peppers
Mild Italian sausage with white wine roasted bell peppers and onions
BBQ Pork Ribs
Rode's signature house made BBQ rub, slow smoked until fall of the bone tender
Stuffed Pork Tenderloin
Gruyere and swiss, mushrooms and spinach
Italian Stuffed Pork Tenderloin
Proscuitto, sauteed spinach, sun dried tomato, herbs, buttery white wine pan sauce
Herb Crusted Pork Tenderloin
Fresh thyme, rosemary, garlic
Asian Pulled Pork
Sesame, honey, hoisin slow cooked pork shoulder, shredded and garnished with scallion, red cabbage and carrot. Served with sticky jasmine rice (optional added)
Beef
Red Wine Braised Beef Short Ribs
Fresh thyme, rosemary, garlic
BBQ Beef Brisket
Smoked low and slow for 16 hours. Hickory brown bbq sauce
Roast Prime Rib
Served with au jus and horseradish cream sauce
Italian Meatballs in Marinara
Pork and beef 2 oz
Roast Beef Au Jus
Cooked medium, thinly sliced in natural au jus. Horseradish cream sauce on the side
Beef Filet
Choice of creamy Bearnaise sauce, Horseradish sauce or blue cheese sauce
Roast Beef
Eye of round or Top Round, served in red wine enhanced gravy
Chateaubriand*
Pinot noir shallot reduction
(*) Indicates for full service catered events only
Fresh thyme, rosemary, garlic
BBQ Beef Brisket
Smoked low and slow for 16 hours. Hickory brown bbq sauce
Roast Prime Rib
Served with au jus and horseradish cream sauce
Italian Meatballs in Marinara
Pork and beef 2 oz
Roast Beef Au Jus
Cooked medium, thinly sliced in natural au jus. Horseradish cream sauce on the side
Beef Filet
Choice of creamy Bearnaise sauce, Horseradish sauce or blue cheese sauce
Roast Beef
Eye of round or Top Round, served in red wine enhanced gravy
Chateaubriand*
Pinot noir shallot reduction
(*) Indicates for full service catered events only
Seafood Entrees
Jumbo Lump Crabcakes
Available in 2.5 ounces or 4 ounces. Lemon garnish and cocktail sauce and tartar on the side
Sugar Char Crusted Salmon
Ingenious blend of herbs including brown sugar, cumin, chili, paprika and more resulting in a sweet and slightly smoky flavor
Stuffed Salmon
Baked stuffed with feta, spinach, Italian seasoning, parmesan and roasted red pepper
Crabby Pasta
Jumbo lump crab meat in choice of white or red sauce, linguine
Crab Stuffed Shells
Creamy ricotta cheese and crab blend in luxurious creamy Old Bay and parmesan sauce
Jumbo Stuffed Shrimp
Baked with lump crab meat mixture
Cod Oreganata
Seasoned Italian breadcrumbs and parmesan cheese, lemon butter
Shrimp Scampi
Jumbo shrimp in buttery, garlicky white wine sauce with lemon. Served over pasta or rice, fresh parsley
Flounder Francaise
Egg battered and pan seared in delicate white wine lemon sauce.
Stuffed Flounder
Jumbo lump crab mixture, squeeze of fresh lemon
Alaskan Snow Crab Clusters
Steamed with Old Bay, lemon wedges and drawn butter
Available in 2.5 ounces or 4 ounces. Lemon garnish and cocktail sauce and tartar on the side
Sugar Char Crusted Salmon
Ingenious blend of herbs including brown sugar, cumin, chili, paprika and more resulting in a sweet and slightly smoky flavor
Stuffed Salmon
Baked stuffed with feta, spinach, Italian seasoning, parmesan and roasted red pepper
Crabby Pasta
Jumbo lump crab meat in choice of white or red sauce, linguine
Crab Stuffed Shells
Creamy ricotta cheese and crab blend in luxurious creamy Old Bay and parmesan sauce
Jumbo Stuffed Shrimp
Baked with lump crab meat mixture
Cod Oreganata
Seasoned Italian breadcrumbs and parmesan cheese, lemon butter
Shrimp Scampi
Jumbo shrimp in buttery, garlicky white wine sauce with lemon. Served over pasta or rice, fresh parsley
Flounder Francaise
Egg battered and pan seared in delicate white wine lemon sauce.
Stuffed Flounder
Jumbo lump crab mixture, squeeze of fresh lemon
Alaskan Snow Crab Clusters
Steamed with Old Bay, lemon wedges and drawn butter
Pasta
Baked Ziti
Ricotta, Mozzarella, Parmesan, Marinara (V, VGN)
Penne alla Vodka
Penne in creamy tomato vodka sauce, fresh basil
Pasta Asiago
Cavatappi pasta, sauteed mushrooms and asparagus, sun dried tomato, creamy asiago cheese sauce
Cheese Tortellini Rosa
Cheese tortellini in creamy marinara, fresh basil
Cavatappi Primavera
Roasted zucchini, squash, broccoli, chickpeas, spinach,
Portobello Mushroom Ravioli
Creamy white wine reduction, garlic butter, seasonings, Asiago and Parmesan cheeses
Creamy Sausage Gnocchi
Potato gnocchi, tossed with savory Italian sausage, in rich creamy parmesan sauce with spinach and sun dried tomatoes
Shrimp Scampi
Jumbo shrimp in buttery, garliky white wine sauce with lemon. Served over linguini, fresh parsley
Bolognese
Hearty ground beef sauce, slow cooked with dried herbs diced onion, carrots, celery and tomato, fresh basil and parmesan
Gnocchi Pomodoro
Fluffy potato gnocchi in light tomato marinara with melted mozzarella, parmesan and fresh herbs
Penne with Garlic Broccoli and Spinach
Buttery, white wine, vegetable stock and garlic, parmesan
*Many pasta dishes are available with gluten free substitutions. Please inquire.
Ricotta, Mozzarella, Parmesan, Marinara (V, VGN)
Penne alla Vodka
Penne in creamy tomato vodka sauce, fresh basil
Pasta Asiago
Cavatappi pasta, sauteed mushrooms and asparagus, sun dried tomato, creamy asiago cheese sauce
Cheese Tortellini Rosa
Cheese tortellini in creamy marinara, fresh basil
Cavatappi Primavera
Roasted zucchini, squash, broccoli, chickpeas, spinach,
Portobello Mushroom Ravioli
Creamy white wine reduction, garlic butter, seasonings, Asiago and Parmesan cheeses
Creamy Sausage Gnocchi
Potato gnocchi, tossed with savory Italian sausage, in rich creamy parmesan sauce with spinach and sun dried tomatoes
Shrimp Scampi
Jumbo shrimp in buttery, garliky white wine sauce with lemon. Served over linguini, fresh parsley
Bolognese
Hearty ground beef sauce, slow cooked with dried herbs diced onion, carrots, celery and tomato, fresh basil and parmesan
Gnocchi Pomodoro
Fluffy potato gnocchi in light tomato marinara with melted mozzarella, parmesan and fresh herbs
Penne with Garlic Broccoli and Spinach
Buttery, white wine, vegetable stock and garlic, parmesan
*Many pasta dishes are available with gluten free substitutions. Please inquire.
Vegan
Many of our vegan entrees are also prepared non-vegan. Please indicate you need options vegan upon ordering
Roasted Vegetable & Quinoa Stuffed Peppers
Diced, garlic roasted vegetables and sauteed spinach mixed with tri-color quinoa stuffed in roasted bell pepper halves
Penne with Garlic and Spinach
Buttery, white wine, vegetable stock and garlic, parmesan
Mushroom Stroganoff
Sauteed mushrooms in garlic plant based butter, served over creamy vegan sauce over linquini
Gnocchi Pomodoro
Fluffy potato gnocchi in light tomato marinara with mozzarella, parmesan and fresh herbs
Spinach & Eggplant Stuffed Shells
Tofu "Ricotta", vegan parmesan and mozzarella shreds
BBQ Chopped "Chicken"
Soy protein, "chicken" strips chopped, tossed with roasted peppers and onions, red BBQ sauce
Italian Meatballs in Marinara
House made Impossible meatballs, served in marinara
Butternut Squash Red Curry
Roasted butternut squash, chickpeas, sauteed spinach simmered in red coconut curry sauce
"Beef" Bolognese
Soy protein ground "beef", celery, carrots simmered in marinara, Cavatappi pasta, vegan parmesan
Vegan Salmon
Marinated, tofu "fillet" pan seared, nori, lemon dill
Mushroom Risotto
Diced, garlic roasted vegetables and sauteed spinach mixed with tri-color quinoa stuffed in roasted bell pepper halves
Penne with Garlic and Spinach
Buttery, white wine, vegetable stock and garlic, parmesan
Mushroom Stroganoff
Sauteed mushrooms in garlic plant based butter, served over creamy vegan sauce over linquini
Gnocchi Pomodoro
Fluffy potato gnocchi in light tomato marinara with mozzarella, parmesan and fresh herbs
Spinach & Eggplant Stuffed Shells
Tofu "Ricotta", vegan parmesan and mozzarella shreds
BBQ Chopped "Chicken"
Soy protein, "chicken" strips chopped, tossed with roasted peppers and onions, red BBQ sauce
Italian Meatballs in Marinara
House made Impossible meatballs, served in marinara
Butternut Squash Red Curry
Roasted butternut squash, chickpeas, sauteed spinach simmered in red coconut curry sauce
"Beef" Bolognese
Soy protein ground "beef", celery, carrots simmered in marinara, Cavatappi pasta, vegan parmesan
Vegan Salmon
Marinated, tofu "fillet" pan seared, nori, lemon dill
Mushroom Risotto
hors d'oeuvres
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chilled Vegetable Crudité with Dip Assorted Cheese Trays Caprese Skewers Antipasta Tray Deviled Eggs Shrimp Cocktail Fresh Fruit Tray Plum Roasted Tomato Bruschetta* Cinnamon Roasted Apple & Honey Goat Cheese Crostini* Garlic Hummus with Pita and Vegetables Crab Dip with Crostini Chicken Salad Sliders Roast Beef & Creamy Horseradish Crostini * warm BBQ Pulled Pork Sliders BBQ Pulled Chicken Sliders Mini Beef Tacos Grilled Cheese Display * Warm Pretzel Display * |
warm (cont.)
Mini Crab Cakes Cheesesteak Eggrolls Chicken Wings Chicken Tenders Pigs in Blankets Parmesan Spinach Bites Sweet and Sour Cocktail Meatballs Vegetable Eggrolls Stuffed Mushrooms (Sausage or Vegetarian) Sweet and Spicy Bacon Wrapped Chicken Bites Plum Roasted Tomato Bruschetta Scallops Wrapped in Bacon Jumbo Shrimp Wrapped in Bacon Mini Grilled Cheese with Tomato Soup Shooters * Edamame Dumplings King Pao Chicken Dumplings Battered Buffalo Cauliflower Bites Korean BBQ Beef Spring Rolls * Mini Beef & Cilantro Empanadas Smoked Gouda Arancini |
salads and sides
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cold salads/ sides
Broccoli Salad (Bacon or Vegetarian) Coleslaw Cornbread Macaroni Salad Pasta Salad Potato Salad Tomato and Cucumber Salad Bacon Blue Cheese Potato Salad Italian Tortellini Salad Spring Mix Garden Salad Classic Caesar Salad Spinach and Strawberry Salad Gorgonzola Salad Mini Wedge Salads Grilled, Balsamic Veggie Platter (Chilled) |
warm sides
Baked Macaroni & Cheese Baked Beans Pineapple Stuffing Classic Stuffing Scalloped Potatoes Sour Cream and Chive Mashed Red Skin Potatoes Mashed Red Skin Potatoes Parslied Red Skin Potatoes Rosemary Roasted Red Skin Potatoes Cinnamon Spiced Apples |
vegetables
Roasted Broccoli and Cauliflower Corn on the Cob (seasonal) Glazed, Roasted Baby Carrots Mixed Roasted Vegetables Green Beans Almondine Roasted Asparagus Balsamic Roasted Brussel Sprouts Maple Roasted Butternut Squash Sauteed Garlic Spinach Sauteed Broccoli Rabe |
breakfast/brunch
Ham, Egg & Cheese Casserole
Roasted Vegetable, Egg & Cheese Casserole
French Toast Casserole
Fresh Fruit
Brunch Sandwich Tray (Chicken Salad, Roast Beef, Turkey and Caprese)
Crispy Bacon/ Breakfast Sausage Links/ Baked Ham
Cream Chipped Beef With Toast
Assorted Breakfast Bites (Mini Assorted Croissants, Muffins & Danish )
Assorted Bagels with Cream Cheese
Scrambled Eggs
Morning Potatoes (w/ or w/o fried peppers and onions)
Breakfast Burritos
Vegan Tofu Scramble
Vegan Tempeh Bacon
Roasted Vegetable, Egg & Cheese Casserole
French Toast Casserole
Fresh Fruit
Brunch Sandwich Tray (Chicken Salad, Roast Beef, Turkey and Caprese)
Crispy Bacon/ Breakfast Sausage Links/ Baked Ham
Cream Chipped Beef With Toast
Assorted Breakfast Bites (Mini Assorted Croissants, Muffins & Danish )
Assorted Bagels with Cream Cheese
Scrambled Eggs
Morning Potatoes (w/ or w/o fried peppers and onions)
Breakfast Burritos
Vegan Tofu Scramble
Vegan Tempeh Bacon
*Menu subject to change at any time