Halloween’s creeping up and with it comes a flood of last-minute requests from office managers, party planners, parents, and partygoers looking for festive food, fast.
If you’re a caterer or restaurant offering event-friendly meals, Halloween weekend is a golden opportunity to boost sales without overhauling your entire operation. The trick? Themed, bundled kits that are easy to prep and fun to market.
Here are five spooky-yet-simple Halloween catering menu packages you can offer right now, even with just a few tweaks to your existing offerings.
1. The “Monster Mash” Snack Board
Perfect for office drop-offs, school events, or pre-party grazing.
What’s inside:
● Mini cheese cubes, crackers, and pretzels
● Grape “eyeballs” and olive “bugs”
● Hummus with Halloween-colored tortilla chips
● Mini pumpkin muffins or brownie bites
● Optional: spooky-themed serving board or add-on branded plateware
Why it works:
It’s build-ahead friendly, travels well, and hits that sweet spot between fun and functional.
2. Boo-BQ Sliders & Bats Box
Themed name, everyday crowd-pleaser.
What’s inside:
● Mini pulled pork or chicken sliders
● Black sesame buns or BBQ sauce dyed with activated charcoal
● Roasted potato “bat wings” or waffle fries
● Pickle chips + candy corn on the side
● Optional: labeled toothpicks or sticker toppers
Why it works:
You probably already have most of this in your inventory — it’s just about presentation and naming.
3. Trick-or-Treat Dessert Sampler
Great for gifting, client thank-yous, or team appreciation packs.
What’s inside:
● Mini cupcakes with Halloween toppers
● Chocolate-covered pretzels with orange drizzle
● Spooky-shaped cookies
● Mummy-wrapped rice krispie treats
● Add-on: DIY candy mix-in jars for sharing
Why it works:
Pre-portioned, upsell-ready, and perfect for social photos.
4. “Fright Night” Family Meal Kit
Ideal for family parties or trick-or-treating nights in.
What’s inside:
● Choose-your-own entrée: spooky pasta, chili, or mac & cheese
● Garlic bread “fingers”
● Boo-berry salad (spinach, goat cheese, blueberries, candied pecans)
● Pumpkin cookies or caramel apples for dessert
● Optional: add-on cauldron drink or mocktail kit
Why it works:
Feeds 4–6, looks cohesive, and is easy to brand as a limited-time Halloween bundle.
5. Potions & Mocktails Kit
A fun, non-alcoholic add-on or standalone package for all-ages events.
What’s inside:
● Color-changing lemonade mix
● Blood orange soda
● Gummy eyeball stirrers or spooky straws
● Mix-ins like grenadine, mint, or dry ice pouches (for display only)
Why it works:
Great for family-friendly events or schools — and easy to batch prep.
Bonus Tip: Use Your Ordering System to Move Fast
The beauty of themed bundles is their simplicity, especially if your menu system supports:
● Easy item swaps or limited-time packages
● Add-ons and modifiers (e.g., extra cookies, drink kits)
● Visual product displays and seasonal sections
● Order cutoffs and prep windows for late-weekend fulfillment
Platforms like Graze make it easy to spin up Halloween-specific menu sections, tag items by event type, and adjust portions or packaging — without reworking your core offerings.
Final Thoughts: Keep It Simple, Keep It Spooky
You don’t need to reinvent your kitchen or invest in elaborate props. With smart bundling, creative naming, and seasonal flair, your Halloween offerings can feel custom, even if they’re built from existing staples.
Last-minute Halloween catering doesn’t have to be scary. With the right kits in place, it’s a chance to boost revenue, delight clients, and showcase your brand’s playful side.