Graduation Party Catering in San Jose & the Bay Area

Make graduation day easy: crowd‑pleasing menus, flexible formats, and smooth delivery — so you can focus on celebrating.

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Who This Is For

High school and college graduation celebrations at home, parks, or venues — often with big guest swings and mixed preferences.

What's Included

Menu planning for headcount ranges
Delivery + setup
Dietary accommodations and labeling (request at inquiry)

Popular Graduation Formats

Buffet Drop-Off

Easiest for larger guest flows
Self-serve setup with clear labeling

Taco Bar

Festive and customizable
Interactive format everyone loves

Boxed Meals

Great for parks/venues with restrictions

Dessert + Snacks Station

Add-on for longer parties

Caesar salad skewers with romaine, cherry tomatoes, and parmesan served at a graduation celebration

DIY cannoli bar with pistachio, chocolate chip, almond, and cherry toppings at a graduation party

Elegant table setting with yellow napkins, gold flatware, and floral centerpiece for a graduation dinner

Service Styles & Pricing

Graduation catering varies by headcount and format. Most events start around $75 per person.

Service	What's Included	Starting At
Handheld Express	Quick-fulfillment menus, drop-off delivery	$25
Drop-Off with Setup & Pickup	Menu planning, delivery, setup, pickup	$55
Full Service (Staffed)	Staffed service, full coordination	$125

All prices are for food only, before taxes and fees. Final pricing varies based on headcount, menu format, and logistics.

Service Area

Serving San Jose, Santa Clara, and nearby Peninsula/South Bay cities.

Why Companies Choose Handheld

Reliable Timing for High-Stakes Party Days

Graduation day has zero margin for late deliveries.

Flexible Menu Formats

Works for mixed crowds with varied dietary preferences.

Scales for Seasonal Demand

We're prepared for the May/June graduation rush.

NYT-Featured Quality

Premium execution from a recognized team.

Silicon Valley Since 2012

Trusted by Bay Area families for over a decade.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you cater backyard parties?

Yes — we handle backyard, park, and venue events.

Can you do vegetarian/vegan/GF?

Yes — request at inquiry.

How early should we book for May/June?

As early as possible — those dates fill quickly.

Can you handle last-minute changes?

We're flexible — just communicate as early as you can.

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Ready to Plan Your Event?

Email: info@handheldcatering.com

Santa Clara 1725 De La Cruz Blvd Suite 1
Santa Clara, CA 95050
(408) 692-4782

San Jose 99 S. Almaden Blvd. #659
San Jose, CA 95113
(408) 465-0466

Serving San Jose • Santa Clara • Sunnyvale • Mountain View • Palo Alto • Cupertino • and nearby cities

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