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Other BBQ caterers make you pick meats, count trays and guess portions. With Buffet To-Go, you answer three questions.

1

How many guests?

10 or more. We size the whole buffet to your headcount.

2

When?

Wednesday to Sunday, 11 AM–6 PM. Order at least 3 days ahead.

3

Pickup or delivery?

Pick it up in Los Gatos, or we’ll deliver. Delivery fee quoted when we confirm.

The whole buffet line, for every guest

The same lineup as our weekend brunch buffet, at the same $30 per guest, packed in serving order so your table goes up the way our line does.

  1. Brisket Sisig
  2. Pulled Pork Adobo (GF)
  3. Manila Chicken (GF)
  4. St. Louis Ribs
  5. Lumpia
  6. Steamed Rice
  7. Vegetarian Pancit
  8. Mac & Cheese
  9. Mashed Potatoes
  10. Cornbread
  11. Caesar Salad
  12. Mango Coleslaw

The 4 smoked meats are always on the line. Like our dine-in buffet, sides may vary to include new or special selections, and we’ll confirm your exact menu before you approve your order.

Free swaps

Vegetarian or gluten-free guests? Tell us how many and we’ll swap in Tofu Potato Hash (vegetarian, gluten-free) or Roasted Vegetable Medley, at no extra charge. Pulled Pork Adobo and Manila Chicken are gluten-free, and the pancit is vegetarian.

Add frozen drinks

Round out the party with our frozen drinks, packed to go with your buffet. We’ll quote them when we confirm.

It arrives as a buffet, not a stack of trays

Packed in line order

Every pan is numbered. Line them up and your buffet is set in about 10 minutes.

Everything to serve it

Plates, utensils and napkins for every guest, plus serving utensils, at no extra charge.

A card for every dish

Your guests learn what Brisket Sisig is and where adobo comes from, right at the table.

Packed for seconds

It’s a buffet, so we pack enough for everyone to go back.

Wherever you’re celebrating

At home

Birthdays, graduations, holidays and game days. You host; nobody cooks.

At the office

Team celebrations, launches and all-hands lunches. Company invoicing available.

At your event

Parks, clubhouses, church halls and backyards. Anywhere a table fits.

Voted Best BBQ. Smoked daily at our historic 1896 roadhouse on Santa Cruz Highway.

Which one fits your group?

BBQ Lunch + Sides Bar

Lunch for yourself or a few coworkers, from $13. Dine in or to go, Wednesday to Friday, 11 AM–3 PM.

See the lunch menu

The Cats Lunch

Office lunch for 10 or more, $18 per guest. Trays of BBQ, rolls and rice for sliders or bowls, plus shared sides.

See The Cats Lunch

BBQ Buffet To-Go

Our weekend buffet for 10 or more, $30 per guest, packed and ready to set out wherever you are.

Book your buffet

Private parties

Celebrate at The Cats, with our team hosting and serving.

Plan a private party

Questions

Do I need to choose the dishes?

No. Every Buffet To-Go comes with the full buffet line. You only tell us about swaps for vegetarian or gluten-free guests. Sides may vary to include new or special selections, and we’ll confirm your exact menu when we text you.

Do you send staff to serve?

No. Buffet To-Go is pickup or drop-off, packed so you can set it up yourself in about 10 minutes. For a served event, book a private party at The Cats.

How far ahead do I need to order, and which days?

At least 3 days ahead, Wednesday to Sunday, 11 AM–6 PM. For 50 or more guests, give us a week.

Where do you deliver, and what does it cost?

We deliver to Los Gatos, Campbell, Saratoga, San Jose and nearby areas. The delivery fee depends on distance and order size, and we’ll quote it when we confirm your order.

What comes with it besides the food?

Plates, utensils and napkins for every guest, serving utensils, dish cards and a setup guide, all at no extra charge.

How long does the food stay good?

It’s packed hot and best served within 2 hours. Reheating instructions are included for leftovers.

Can my company pay by invoice?

Yes. Check “Please invoice my company” on the order form and we’ll send the invoice and payment link to your company.

Bring the buffet to your party

Send us the details below. We’ll text you to confirm your order, delivery fee and total, then send your invoice. Nothing is charged until you approve it.

1. How many guests, and when?

Please order at least 3 days ahead. For 50 or more guests, give us a week.

2. Pickup or delivery?
3. Free swaps

We’ll swap in Tofu Potato Hash or Roasted Vegetable Medley.

4. Add frozen drinks? (optional)
5. Your details

We usually reply by text within a few hours during business hours. Prefer to talk? Call (408) 354-3060 or text (833) 945-4450.