Cocktail Receptions

Whether you’re hosting an intimate evening or a lively event, Imperial’s Catering brings the warmth, style, and taste that make every occasion unforgettable.

Imperial’s Cocktail Receptions blend artistry and flavor, featuring beautifully presented antipasto, chef-attended pasta stations, and miniature desserts that delight every guest.

Be sure to explore our extensive hors d’oeuvres menu, carving stations, and an array of creative specialty stations to customize your celebration.

Bar & Bartending Packages are Also Available.

Italian Antipasto Station

A beautiful beginning to any celebration featuring a colorful spread of Italian favorites.Fresh mozzarella and tomatoes, marinated vegetables, and artisan meats come together for a display that’s as inviting as it is delicious.

  • $ 12.95 Per Person
    Plus 6% Sales Tax and 18% Gratuity

  • Fresh mozzarella and tomato drizzled with balsamic reduction

    Tortellini salad with julienne sweet bell peppers and creamy garlic dressing

    Melon wrapped with prosciutto

    Bruschetta with vine-ripened tomatoes, garlic, and fresh basil on crostini

Pasta Bar

A guest favorite featuring pasta made to order by our skilled chefs. With rich, flavorful sauces and fresh ingredients, each dish is prepared to perfection for a warm, memorable dining experience.

  • $ 13.95 Per Person
    Plus 6% Sales Tax and 18% Gratuity

  • Penne with vodka sauce

    Fettuccine Alfredo

    Ravioli with marinara

    Angel hair with scampi sauce

    Tossed with fresh vegetables and Italian sausage

    add Shrimp and Jumbo Lump Crab for only $ 2.95 per person

Combo: Antipasto and Pasta Bar

Combine our Antipasto & Pasta Bar Packages and for a limited time we will also include your choice of 2 Desserts!

  • $ 18.95 Per Person
    Plus 6% Sales Tax and 18% Gratuity

  • Pasta Bar items:

    Penne with vodka sauce

    Fettuccine Alfredo

    Ravioli with marinara

    Angel hair with scampi sauce

    Tossed with fresh vegetables and Italian sausage

    add Shrimp and Jumbo Lump Crab for only $ 2.95 per person

    Antipasto items:

    Fresh mozzarella and tomato drizzled with balsamic reduction

    Tortellini salad with julienne sweet bell peppers and creamy garlic dressing

    Melon wrapped with prosciutto

    Bruschetta with vine-ripened tomatoes, garlic, and fresh basil on crostini

Mini Dessert Display

A sweet finale that delights the eye as much as the palate. Guests enjoy a tempting assortment of cannoli, éclairs, chocolate-dipped strawberries, cookies, fresh fruit, and elegant petit fours, including Imperial’s signature mini opera cakes and cheesecakes. It’s a beautiful and delicious finish to any celebration.

  • $ 6.95 Per Person
    Plus 6% Sales Tax and 18% Gratuity

  • Cannoli

    Imperial's Signature Mini Cheesecakes

    Éclairs

    Chocolate Covered Strawberries

    Sliced Fruit

    Cookies

    Petit Fours

    Mini Operas

Hors D’Oeuvres

Begin your event with elegance and flavor. Our hors d’oeuvres selections set the tone for a memorable evening with artfully crafted bites that pair beautifully with any cocktail reception. Choose the package that complements your celebration and we will take care of the rest.

All packages include upscale plastic products.
China and flatware can be added for an additional fee.

Simple & Great

These selections prove that crowd-pleasing favorites never go out of style. This fun and flavorful assortment brings together savory bites and comfort classics that everyone loves. It is perfect for casual celebrations, happy hours, or any gathering that calls for good food and great company.

  • Hors d'Ouevres
    Passed for 1 Hour

    Choose any 4 Options:
    $7.95 per person
    plus 6% tax and 18% gratuity

    Choose all 8 Options:
    $13.95 per person

    Includes upscale plastic products. China and flatware can be added for an additional fee.
    plus 6% tax and 18% gratuity

  • Pigs in a Blanket
    Assorted Quiche
    Mini Beef and Pepper Kabobs
    Classic Beef Slider
    Grilled Chicken Slider
    Mini Chicken Fingers
    Broccoli and Cheese Bites
    Jalapeno Cheese Poppers

Modern & Stylish

These selections prove that crowd-pleasing favorites never go out of style. This fun and flavorful assortment brings together savory bites and comfort classics that everyone loves. It is perfect for casual celebrations, happy hours, or any gathering that calls for good food and great company.

  • Hors D’Oeuvres will be passed throughout entire event

    Choose any 4:
    $14.95 per person
    plus 6% tax and 18% gratuity

    Choose any 6:
    $17.95 per person
    plus 6% tax and 18% gratuity

    Choose any 8:
    $20.95 per person
    plus 6% tax and 18% gratuity

    Includes upscale plastic products. China and flatware can be added for an additional fee.

  • Hors d'Ouevres will be
    Passed for 1 Hour preceding dinner

    Choose any 4 Options:
    $7.95 per person
    plus 6% tax and 18% gratuity

    Choose all 8 Options:
    $13.95 per person
    plus 6% tax and 18% gratuity

    Includes upscale plastic products. China and flatware can be added for an additional fee.

  • Smoked Salmon
    Salmon topped with crème fraîche, salmon caviar, and a sprig of fresh dill on a toasted crostini

    Tomato Bruschetta
    Crisp bread with vine-ripened tomatoes, sweet basil pesto, and extra virgin olive oil on toasted Italian bread

    Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail
    Ice cold, succulent shrimp served with cocktail sauce and fresh lemon

    Imported Cheese Mirror
    Assorted gourmet cheeses with fresh berries and crackers

    Black Truffle Martini Mashed Potatoes
    Creamy mashed potatoes blended with black truffles, topped with sour cream, and served in a martini glass

    Scallops in Bacon
    Sea scallops wrapped in applewood smoked bacon with horseradish sour cream for dipping

    Sun Dried Mac and Cheese
    Creamy macaroni and cheese served in a martini glass and topped with roasted garlic and sun dried tomatoes

    Grilled Asparagus wrapped in imported prosciutto with a drizzle of balsamic glaze

    Franks in a Blanket
    Mini beef franks wrapped in puff pastry and baked golden brown with spicy mustard

    Mini Beef and Pepper Kabobs
    Tender beef with sweet bell peppers glazed in a sweet and savory sauce

    Mini Phyllo Cups
    Delicate pastry cups filled with sautéed chicken breast and Napa Valley pears drizzled with balsamic glaze

    Mini Assorted Quiches

    Gazpacho
    Tomatoes, cucumber, celery, fresh herbs, and vodka-infused tomato broth served in a martini glass

Sliders

Get your party started with an instant hit. These delicious mini sliders put a fresh twist on everyone’s favorite classics. Sliders make wonderful hors d’oeuvres for weddings, holiday parties, and cocktail receptions.

All sliders are served on freshly baked mini rolls.

Your guests will be talking about them for years. These packages are designed to feed your guests for up to one hour during your cocktail service.

Prices are slightly higher if sliders are offered throughout the entire event.

Classic Slider Package

  • Choose any 3 for just
    $7.95 per person
    plus 6% tax and 18% gratuity

    Choose all 4 for just
    $9.95 per person
    plus 6% tax and 18% gratuity

    Add Hand-Cut Boardwalk Fries for $1.95 per person plus tax

    Add Kettle Cooked Potato chips for $1.25 per person plus tax

    Includes all condiments and paper/plastic products

  • The Classic Slider
    100 percent Angus beef with lettuce, tomato, and American cheese

    Buffalo Chicken Slider
    Chicken with blue cheese, hot sauce, lettuce, and tomato

    Southwestern Slider
    100 percent Angus beef with sautéed onions, mushrooms, chipotle mayo, and pepper jack cheese

    BBQ Chicken Slider
    Chicken in honey barbecue sauce with bacon and cheddar cheese

    BBQ Pulled Pork Slider
    Tangy pulled pork topped with cheddar cheese

Original Philadephia Cheese Steak Sliders

  • $7.95 per person
    plus 6% tax and 18% gratuity

    Add Hand-Cut Boardwalk Fries for $1.95 per person plus tax

    Add Kettle Cooked Potato chips for $1.25 per person plus tax

    Includes all condiments and paper/plastic products

  • Thinly Sliced Sirloin of Beef Steak or Thinly Sliced Chicken Breast Cooked on Site

    With or Without Sauteed Onions, Mushrooms, Sweet Bell Peppers and Optional Wiz

South Philly Sliders

  • $9.95 per person
    plus 6% tax and 18% gratuity

    Add Hand-Cut Boardwalk Fries for $1.95 per person plus tax

    Add Kettle Cooked Potato chips for $1.25 per person plus tax

    Includes all condiments and paper/plastic products

  • Roast Beef
    Thinly Sliced Roasted Beef Simmered in Aus Jus with Provolone and Horseradish

    Roast Pork
    Italian Style Roasted Pork with Hot Peppers, Sautéed Broccoli Rabe and Provolone

    Italian Sausage
    Hot or Sweet Italian sausage with Sautéed Onions, Garlic and Bell Peppers

Upscale Sliders

  • Choose any 3
    $11.95 per person
    plus 6% tax and 18% gratuity

    Choose all 5
    $14.95 per person
    plus 6% tax and 18% gratuity

    Add Hand-Cut Boardwalk Fries for $1.95 per person plus tax

    Add Kettle Cooked Potato chips for $1.25 per person plus tax

    Includes all condiments and paper/plastic products

  • Crab Cake Slider
    Jumbo lump crab imperial topped with remoulade sauce

    Flat Iron Steak Slider
    Steak with horseradish mayo, sautéed onions, and mushrooms

    Portobello Slider
    Mushroom with balsamic reduction and warm goat cheese

    Grilled Chicken Abruzzi Slider
    Chicken with broccoli rabe, roasted red bell peppers, fresh mozzarella, and sweet basil pesto

    Bruschetta Burger
    100 percent Angus beef with vine-ripened tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and sweet basil pesto

Go beyond the buffet!
Our specialty carts, stations, and bars add a splash of style and interaction your guests will rave about long after the party ends. Click on any image to learn more.