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Social event catering buffet by Deli Nerds for an Orange County celebration

For Birthdays, Showers, Parties & More

Social & Event Catering

Whatever the occasion, we make it easy to serve crowd-pleasing food your guests will love. Simply order an all-inclusive package or request a custom menu tailored to your event.

Easy to Order, Fun to Eat

Popular Catering Packages

Choose from curated packages including sliders, wraps, kabobs, and appetizers. Same-day delivery available for up to 20 guests.

Slider Package — Deli Nerds catering in Costa Mesa

Slider Package

Your choice of sliders, side salad, deli side, and cookies. Easy, fun, and perfect for any gathering.

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Wrap Package — Deli Nerds catering in Costa Mesa

Wrap Package

A dozen half-wraps, side salad, deli side, and cookies. A fresh and convenient meal option.

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Kabob Package — Deli Nerds catering in Costa Mesa

Kabob Package

Choice of protein, rice, side salad, grilled veggies, and pita. Add-ons available for a complete spread.

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Cocktail Package — Deli Nerds catering in Costa Mesa

Cocktail Package

Small bites and appetizers designed for mingling. Perfect for casual events or happy hours.

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Charcuterie grazing board for event catering in Orange County

Different Events Need Different Food

Styled for Your Celebration

Buffet Spread

For larger gatherings, our buffet style is a simple and easy way to feed your people. Easy setup and cleanup, plus amazing food!

Cocktail Party

Our delightful cocktail menu features small bites for mingling. Pair with one of our charcuterie boards for a full spread!

Casual Meet

For casual parties or working meetings, our casual menu features lunch-style meals on trays or individual lunch boxes.

Private Event Space

Host Your Party on Our Patio

Our private patio in Costa Mesa seats up to 50 guests for a flat hourly rate plus a catering minimum. BYO wine and champagne welcome (corkage applies), cake and light décor allowed. Limited availability — please inquire for details.

Patio Details & FAQ

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Food That Makes You Feel Good

High-Quality Proteins

All of our proteins are grass-fed, wild-caught, and pasture-raised — always free of hormones, antibiotics, and nitrates.

Locally Sourced Produce

Our produce is hand-selected each morning from local farmers markets and delivered fresh, farm-to-table.

Made From Scratch

All of our dressings and sauces are made in-house with only olive oil or avocado oil (never seed oils).

Social Events

Party Hosts Love Us

“I couldn't be more impressed with Deli Nerds pick and choose menu option, which allowed me to customize my order and stay within my budget, while still enjoying delicious food and excellent service.”
Frank S — Brea
“We host our clients for a luncheon every few months, and I've ordered from Deli Nerds three times now. They are nice, local and family owned business. Fun to work with, and I get good customer service.”
Kelly R — Anaheim

No-Obligation Quote

Social Catering Request

Our catering is primarily drop-and-go, and light service is available if needed. Tell us about your event and we will send you a custom menu plan. Want a quick response? Call or text (714) 486-1777 or email catering@delinerds.com.

Let's Make Your Event Delicious

Easy ordering, custom menus, unforgettable flavors — grass-fed, wild-caught, farm-to-table goodness.