Cocktail Receptions & Event Catering in New York

Passed hors d’oeuvres, a well-run room and a team who handles every detail.

Rows of wine glasses being filled at an evening reception
Reception collections

Sized to your guest list

Choose a collection by the number of pieces per guest, then build it from our garden, land and sea hors d’oeuvres.

  • 3-Piece Reception

    $15.95 pp
  • 5-Piece Reception

    $25.95 pp
  • 7-Piece Reception

    $35.95 pp
  • Heavy Hors d’Oeuvres

    from $45.95 pp

Heavy hors d’oeuvres: 8–10 pieces per guest, a custom mix based on event length and menu.

FROM$15.95PER GUEST
Truffle Mushroom AranciniShort Rib CroquetteMini Crab CakeWhipped Ricotta CrostiniBeef Tenderloin CrostiniTuna Tartare Miso Spoon
The hors d’oeuvres menu

Garden, land & sea

Premium tenderloin, crab cake, shrimp cocktail and tuna tartare may carry a $1.50–$2.50 per-piece supplement in reception packages. Passed service staffing is additional.

Event catering

For every occasion

Holiday parties, office celebrations, showers, weddings and more — we bring the menu, the staff, the setup and the rentals.

Plan Your Event
  1. Cocktail receptions

  2. Holiday parties

  3. Office celebrations

  4. Conferences & meetings

  5. Showers & social events

  6. Weddings & special occasions

  7. Custom & large-scale events

Full-service events

Everything around the table

Our team can staff, set and run your event — from a single bartender to the whole room.

Professional Waitstaff

$75 per hour, per staff member, with a 3-hour minimum.

Bartenders

$75 per hour, per staff member, with a 3-hour minimum.

Event Leads

A dedicated lead to run the room, at $100 per hour.

Culinary Staff

On-site chefs and specialty staffing, quoted to your event.

Setup & Breakdown

Delivery, setup and pickup, quoted by location and service level.

Event Rentals

Coordinated for you, with a 15% coordination charge on the rental subtotal.

To finish

Something sweet

Three-Piece Collection

$11.95 pp

Choice of 3 miniature desserts.

Five-Piece Collection

$17.95 pp

Choice of 5 miniature desserts.

Desserts

Fresh-Baked Cookies$5.95 pp
Fudge Brownies$6.95 pp
Lemon Bars$6.95 pp
Mini Cheesecakes$7.95 pp
Chocolate Mousse Cups$7.95 pp
Tiramisu Cups$7.95 pp
Mini Cannoli$7.95 pp
Seasonal Fruit Tartlets$8.95 pp
French Macarons$8.95 pp
Miniature Pastries$8.95 pp
FAQ

Planning a reception

Pieces per guest, staffing, rentals and pricing.

Ask us something else

How much does a cocktail reception cost?

Reception collections run $15.95 (3 pieces), $25.95 (5 pieces) and $35.95 (7 pieces) per guest. Heavy hors d’oeuvres receptions start at $45.95 per guest.

How many hors d’oeuvres per guest do I need?

Three to seven pieces per guest suits most receptions; a heavy hors d’oeuvres reception is 8–10 pieces, mixed to your event length and menu.

Are premium hors d’oeuvres extra?

Tenderloin, crab cake, shrimp cocktail and tuna tartare may carry a $1.50–$2.50 per-piece supplement in reception packages.

Is passed service included?

Passed service staffing is additional: $75 per hour per staff member with a 3-hour minimum, and $100 per hour for an event lead.

Can you provide bartenders and rentals?

Yes. Bartenders are $75 per hour with a 3-hour minimum. Rentals we coordinate carry a 15% coordination charge on the rental subtotal.

Do you cater large or custom events?

Yes. Custom menus and large-scale events — from holiday parties to weddings — are quoted individually.

Let’s plan your table.

Tell us about your office order, reception or event and we’ll come back with a menu and a quote.

Email

inquiries@madisonandtablenyc.com

Visit

42 W 28th Street
New York, NY 10001

Serving

Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens,
Long Island & New Jersey

Delivery outside Manhattan is priced by distance.