Catering in Scotts Valley & Santa Cruz County
Catering Services
From intimate gatherings to grand celebrations, Bruno’s Bar & Grill makes catering easy, delicious, and memorable. Whether you're planning a wedding, corporate event, birthday party, or backyard BBQ, we offer convenient catering pickup, delivery, and full-service options for customers throughout Scotts Valley and Santa Cruz County.
Our Catering Options:
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Catering Pickup: Delicious, freshly prepared food ready for pickup at Bruno’s in Scotts Valley. Perfect for easy entertaining!
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Delivery & Setup: Let us bring the food to you! We offer delivery and setup for events throughout Santa Cruz County.
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Full-Service Catering: Sit back and enjoy your celebration while our team handles the cooking, serving, staffing, and bartending.
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Private Events at Bruno’s: Host your celebration in one of our unique event spaces, including The Loft banquet room, Cloud 9 rooftop deck, or The Jim sports lounge.
A Few Things to Know:
Catering orders require advance notice, so our team has time to prepare everything just right. A 20% service charge and 9.75% local sales tax apply to all orders. Additional fees for delivery, setup, staffing, or travel may apply depending on your event needs.
Ready to Plan Your Event?
Let's make your next celebration delicious! Whether you're planning an intimate gathering or a large event, we'd love to help bring your vision to life.
Complete our Catering Proposal Request Form or call our Booking Line at (831) 515-8426 to discuss your catering needs.
Please note: menu prices are subject to change. Once your event is officially booked, your quoted pricing will be guaranteed.
Chicken Wings – $35
English, Buffalo or Mango Habanero
Sliders – $70
Brisket or Pulled Pork
Baby Back Riblets – $45
BBQ, Raspberry Chipotle or Mango
Habanero
Meatballs – $30
BBQ, Swedish, or Italian
Bruschetta – $45
Artichoke Tomato Basil
Egg Rolls – $42
Pork or Vegetarian
Deep Fried Artichoke Hearts – $35
Mac 'N' Cheese Skins – $65
Deep Fried Mozzarella Sticks – $30
Served with Marinara Dipping Sauce
Chicken Strips – $28
Hot Trays & Platters
Brussels Sprouts with Bacon Jam
Serves 12 – $60 | Without Bacon – $50
Bacon Naughty Fries
Serves 12 – $65 | Without Bacon – $55
Feisty Tots – Serves 12 – $70
Dipping Tots – Serves 12 – $50
Roasted Vegetables
Serves 12 – $75 | Serves 50 – $145
Variety Platter – Serves 20 – $160
Flatbread Pizza – Serves 4 –$20
Pepperoni, Margherita or Pesto
Cold by the Dozen
(2 dozen minimum)
Deviled Eggs – $36
Caprese Skewers – $30
Pinwheel Sandwiches – $40
Chicken or Veggie
Finger Sandwiches – $60
Prosciutto & Asparagus – $40
Cold Trays & Platters
Fresh Vegetable Display
Serves 25 – $95 | Serves 50 – $160
Charcuterie Board
Serves 12 – $120 | Serves 50 – $350
Tortilla Chips & Salsa – Serves 25 – $70
Tortilla Chips, Salsa & Guacamole – Serves 25 – $95
Seasonal Fresh Fruit
Serves 25 – $95 | Serves 50 – $160
Cheese & Crackers
Serves 25 – $70 |Serves 50 – $130
Pita & Hummus – Serves 25 – $55
Large Salad – Serves 25 – $85
Classic Catering Packages
Our most popular catering options — hearty, simple, and crowd-approved.
Catering Package Pricing
All per-person pricing listed below is based on buffet-style service and the final confirmed guest count. Food quantities are prepared and portioned accordingly. Buffet packages are not unlimited or all-you-can-eat service. Full-service plated dining is also available for events seeking a more formal dining experience, with customized pricing based on menu selection, guest count and service requirements.
For Vegetarian guests in your group, meats can be reduced by number of vegetarians and replaced with Beyond Burger (plant-based) or a Stuffed Portobello Mushroom. Sides can be swapped out for sautéed vegetables at no charge or added in addition to the included sides for $3 per guest. For gluten-free and dairy-free guests, the sauce on the chicken and ribs can be made with gluten-free sauce and the cornbread replaced with gluten-free garlic bread.
Beef Entrees
Old-Fashioned BBQ – $34 per person
BBQ Chicken & Baby Back Ribs with one side, greens and one bread.
Choose One Side: Baked Beans or Mac 'N' Cheese
Choose One Salad: Coleslaw or Salad
Choose One Bread: Cornbread, Garlic Bread or Rolls
California Fusion – $42 per person
BBQ Chicken, Ribs, Tri-Tip, with one side, greens and one bread.
Choose One Side: Lightly Seasoned Baby Red Potatoes or Mac 'N' Cheese
Choose One Salad: Coleslaw or Salad
Choose One Bread: Cornbread, Garlic Bread or Rolls
BBQ Baby Back Ribs – $40 per person
Choose One Side: Lightly Seasoned Baby Red Potatoes or Mac 'N' Cheese
Choose One Salad: Coleslaw or Salad
Choose One Bread: Cornbread, Garlic Bread or Rolls
Santa Cruz Tri-Tip – $43 per person
Tender sliced tri-tip served with one side, greens and one bread.
Choose One Side: Lightly Seasoned Baby Red Potatoes or Mac 'N' Cheese
Choose One Salad: Coleslaw or Salad
Choose One Bread: Cornbread, Garlic Bread or Rolls
Chicken and Fish Entrees
Chicken – $30 per person
Chicken with one side, greens and one bread.
Choose Preparation: Roasted, BBQ, Grilled or Garlic & Rosemary
Choose One Side: Lightly Seasoned Baby Red Potatoes, Mashed Potatoes or Rice
Choose One Salad: Coleslaw or Salad
Choose One Bread: Cornbread, Garlic Bread or Rolls
Salmon – $38 per person
Fresh salmon in lemon beurre blanc sauce, served with one side, greens and one bread.
Choose One Side: Lightly Seasoned Baby Red Potatoes, Mashed Potatoes or Rice
Choose One Salad: Coleslaw or Salad
Choose One Bread: Garlic Bread or Rolls
Upgrades and Modifications Available
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Entrées: BBQ Chicken, Roasted Chicken, Chicken Parmesan, Baby Back Ribs, Tri-Tip, or a Vegetarian Selection (Stuffed Portobello Mushroom, Pasta Primavera or Vegetarian Lasagna)
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Additional Sides available: Mashed Potatoes, Au Gratin Potatoes, Rice, or Seasonal Vegetables and Rolls
Premium Upgrades (Market Price): Prime Rib, Steak, Beef Ribs, Filet Mignon, Herb-Crusted Halibut, or Prawns
All onsite catering packages include disposable serving ware, utensils, and napkins. For onsite events at Bruno’s, we offer an upgrade option with dishes, silverware, linen napkins, and our signature “Woodsy” table décor. Please let us know if you’d like to include this upgrade when sending your inquiry.
Gather and Celebrate Packages
Perfect for office lunches, team celebrations, rehearsal dinners, and casual gatherings. These packages are affordable, flexible, and a guaranteed hit.
Taco Bar – $24 per person
Includes two meats, two salsas, tortillas, cheese, sour cream, guacamole, lettuce, rice, and beans
Choose Two Meats: Chicken, Al Pastor (BBQ Pork), Ground Beef, Fish, or Carne Asada
Grilled vegetables can be swapped out for one of the meats or added for additional price.
Portioning: Taco Bar quantities are based on approximately 3.5 tacos per guest and the final confirmed guest count. Taco proteins, toppings and accompaniments are portioned accordingly.
Pasta Bar – $28 per person
Two pastas, two sauces served with salad and garlic bread.
Choose Two Pastas: Spaghetti, Penne or Fettuccine
Choose Two Sauces: Marinara, Marinara with Meat, Alfredo, or Pesto
Add Meatballs on the side – $3 per person
Grilled Chicken on the side – $6 per person
Morning Brunch Selections
Full Breakfast Buffet – $28 per person
Includes seasonal fresh fruit, bacon, sausage, scrambled eggs, homestyle potatoes, French toast, assorted muffins and bagels with cream cheese. Includes orange juice, coffee, decaf, and tea.
Light Breakfast Buffet – $22 per person
Includes fresh fruit, bacon, scrambled eggs, French toast, and homestyle potatoes. Includes orange juice.
Continental Breakfast – $20 per person
Includes fresh fruit, yogurt, muffins, bagels, and cream cheese. Includes orange juice.
Add a Mimosa or Bloody Mary Bar to make it Bruno’s style.
Sweet Finishes & Toasts
Seasonal Holiday Menu
Make your holiday gathering delicious and easy with festive seasonal favorites perfect for company celebrations, family gatherings, and group events.
Holiday Appetizers
Fruit & Cheese Tree – Serves 25 – $115
Snowman Cheese Ball – Serves 25 – $75
Caprese Candy Cane – Serves 25 – $70
Caprese Wreath – Serves 25 – $60
Antipasto Candy Cane – Serves 25 – $115
Pinwheel Sandwich Tree – Serves 15 – $75
Cheese & Tomato Tree – Serves 25 – $105
Vegetable Tree – Serves 25 – $100
Holiday Mixed Tree – Serves 25 – $135
Meats, cheese, fruit & olives
Holiday Dinner Packages
Perfect for company celebrations, family gatherings and festive group events. Available for lunch or dinner.
Traditional Turkey Dinner – $42 per person
Roasted turkey, mashed potatoes, turkey gravy, savory stuffing, cranberry sauce, house salad and dinner rolls.
Holiday Ham Dinner – $37 per person
Holiday-glazed ham, mashed potatoes, glazed carrots, house salad and dinner rolls.
Prime Rib Holiday Dinner – $60 per person
Slow-smoked prime rib served with au jus and creamy horseradish, mashed potatoes, seasonal vegetables, house salad and dinner rolls.
Holiday Dessert
Pumpkin or Apple Pie – $8 per person
Served with whipped cream
Holiday Appetizer Inspiration
Make it Yours
Bruno’s catering isn’t one-size-fits-all. Tell us what you’re celebrating, and we’ll customize your menu, setup, and service to fit your style, guest count, and budget.
Let’s make it happen!
Request a Catering Proposal
Call our Booking Line at (831) 515-8426 or fill out our Catering Proposal Request Form to start planning your event today.
Once your event is officially booked, your quoted pricing is guaranteed.
A Taste of Bruno's Catering
Request a Catering Proposal
Tell us a little about your event or catering needs, and our team will be in touch to help you plan something delicious!