Northwestern Med Law Catering Menu 2026

MED - LAW
CATERING MENU
NORTHWESTERN
CATERING

WELCOME
From designing the perfect menu with the
freshest locally sourced ingredients to
personalizing all the details and finishing
touches of your unique gathering, let
Northwestern Catering provide a consistently
superb experience. Our catering services
and team can accommodate any size, theme,
or individual requirements, in virtually any
location – on or off campus. From meeting
the needs of various dietary accommodations
to sourcing coordinated florals and linens,
our expert team is armed with endless
expertise and creativity.
We’re here to partner with you to create a
custom menu inspired by your unique needs
that will leave a lasting impression on each
of your guests. All menus will follow the
Northwestern Dining culinary philosophy:
Authentic recipes using the freshest,
seasonal ingredients.
Our entire Northwestern Catering team looks
forward to hearing from you, so contact us
to start planning your next event today.
(VG) - Vegan (V) - Vegetarian (AG) - Avoiding Gluten
If you or someone in your party has specific dietary needs
or restrictions please let our team know
= A Fan Favorite!
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PLAN YOUR EVENT
Our mission is to provide you with exceptional quality, service, and a creative, cutting-edge culinary experience.
Please contact our catering coordinators for customized service and menus.
Chicago Campus
PAUL FAVORETTO
Senior Director of Catering
PAUL.FAVORETTO@compass-usa.com
312.989.0633
Catering Inquiries and Orders
NWUMedCatering@compass-usa.com | NWULawCatering@compass-usa.com
For day of catering, please contact:
KIM SEYMOUR
Catering Supervisor
KIM.SEYMOUR@COMPASS-USA.COM
224.369.8739
CLICK HERE
for the Catering Inquiry Form
JESICA BENTHUSEN
Operations Manager
JESICA.BENTHUSEN@@compass-usa.com
847. 987. 5110
RAUL ELLIS
Catering Supervisor
RAUL.ELLIS@COMPASS-USA.COM
773.547.1105
Policies & Procedures on page 30

Breakfast Delights
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CONTINENTAL
Assorted Breakfast Pastries (V)
Bagels
with Cream Cheese, Butter, & Preserves (V)
Seasonal Fresh Fruit Display (VG, AG)
Select One:
Vanilla Oat Milk Chia Pudding (VG, AG)
Coconut Overnight Oats
with Strawberries and Granola (V)
$16.92
per person
TRADITIONAL BREAKFAST
Cage Free Scrambled Eggs (V, AG)
Select Two:
Seasoned Breakfast Potatoes (VG, AG) Applewood Smoked Bacon
Seasonal Fresh Fruit Display (VG, AG) Pork Breakfast Sausage (AG)
Ketchup (V) and Hot Sauce (VG, AG) Chicken Sausage
Meatless Sausage (V)
Select One:
Cinnamon French Toast
with Butter & Syrup (V)
Buttermilk Pancakes
with Butter & Syrup (V)
$25.30
per person
BREAKFAST TACO BAR $22.70
Flour (VG) & Corn Tortillas (VG, AG)
Scrambled Cage-Free Eggs (V, AG)
Tofu Scramble (VG, AG)
Refried Pinto Beans (VG, AG)
Fajita Vegetables (VG, AG)
Cheddar Cheese (V, AG)
Pico de Gallo (VG, AG)
Ketchup (VG) & Hot Sauce (VG, AG)
Guacamole (VG, AG) (+$3/P)
Select Two:
Pan-Fried Chorizo
Applewood Smoked Bacon
Chicken Sausage
per person
BREAKFAST BISCUIT BAR $18.38
Buttermilk Biscuits (V)
Garlic Cheddar Biscuits (V)
House-Made Honey Butter (V,AG)
Pimento Cheese (V)
Hot Honey (V, AG)
Applewood Bacon Jam
Creamy Sausage Gravy
Pickled Trio (VG, AG)
Dilly Green Beans, Carrots, Dill Pickles
per person
BREAKFAST CHARCUTERIE BAR $27.70
Mini Butter Croissants (V)
Mini Assorted Bagels (V)
Salted Whipped Butter (V, AG)
Plain Cream Cheese (V, AG)
Scallion Herb Cream Cheese (V, AG)
Seasonal Preserves (VG)
Hard Boiled Eggs (V, AG)
Black Forest Ham
Brie Cheese (V, AG)
Applewood Smoked Bacon
Whole Grain Mustard (VG, AG)
Capers (VG, AG)
Dill (VG, AG)
Tomato (VG, AG)
Smoked Salmon (+$5/person)
per person
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12 PERSON MINIMUM
Speak to your sales associate regarding dietary restrictions.
CLICK HERE
for the Catering Inquiry Form

ARTISAN
CATERING MENU 2025-2026
BREAKFAST SANDWICHES
Cage-Free Scrambled Eggs and American Cheese on a Buttermilk Biscuit (V) $76.19
per dozen
Cage-Free Scrambled Eggs, Breakfast Sausage, and Chedddar Cheese
on a Croissant
$90.47
per dozen
Cage-Free Scrambled Egg and Ham with Cheddar Cheese on a Croissant $90.63
per dozen
Cage-Free Scrambled Egg and Bacon with American Cheese
on a Buttermilk Biscuit
$82.98
per dozen
Cage-Free Egg Whites, Pepper Jack Cheese, and Avocado on a Croissant (V) $85.48
per dozen
Crispy Fried Chicken on a Buttermilk Biscuit $94.82
per dozen
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CATERING MENU 2025-2026
LET'S DO BRUNCH
Add some brunch favorites to your breakfast
Applewood Bacon, Egg, and Cheddar Cheese on a Honey Butter Biscuit $126.72
per dozen
Mini Cinnamon Roll (V) $56.23
per dozen
Deviled Eggs with Bacon Jam $25.75
per dozen
Vanilla Donut Holes
with Chocolate Sauce (V)
$21.30
per dozen
Churro Donut Holes
with Chipotle Espresso Chocolate Sauce (V)
$22.50
per dozen
Candied Applewood Bacon $7.06
per person
Broccoli and Cheese Egg Bites (V) $74.41
per dozen
Spinach and Bacon Egg Bites $74.83
per dozen
Bagel Avocado Toast (VG)
with Everything Bagel Seasoning
Smoked Salmon Board
with Cream Cheese, Red Onion, Capers, & Mini Bagels
$95.69
per dozen
$13.00
per person
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12 PERSON MINIMUM
Speak to your sales associate regarding dietary restrictions.
CLICK HERE
for the Catering Inquiry Form

BREAKFAST
A LA CARTE
12 person minimum
Assorted Muffins (V) $41.20
per dozen
Assorted Bagels
with Preserves, Butter, & Cream Cheese (V)
$42.92
per dozen
Assorted Scones (V) $27.72
per dozen
Yogurt Parfait
with Fresh Berries & Granola (V)
$106.16
per dozen
Coconut Overnight Oats
with Fresh Berries & Granola (V)
$60.15
per dozen
Bacon $4.76
per person
Pork Sausage (AG) $3.25
per person
Chicken Sausage $3.25
per person
Meatless Sausage (V) $5.25
per person
Breakfast Ham $3.45
per person
Seasonal Fresh Fruit Display (VG, AG) $4.70
per person
Hard Boiled Eggs (V, AG) $2.25
per person
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Lunch

DELI DELIGHTS
CLASSIC DELI
$47.45 per person
12 person minimum
Create your own deli sandwich with an assortment of artisan-baked breads (V), or Udi’s Gluten-Free Bread
(available upon request). Sandwiches are served with house-made chips, a soup or salad and house-made
cookies. This classic buffet includes lettuce, tomatoes, onions, pickles, mayo, mustard oil and vinegar.
SELECT THREE
Black Forest Ham
Turkey
Genoa Salami
Roast Beef
Vegan Chickpea Tuna Salad (VG, AG)
Herb Oil Marinated Tofu (VG, AG)
SELECT TWO
American Cheese (V, AG)
Swiss Cheese (V, AG)
Provolone Cheese (V, AG)
Mozzarella Cheese (V, AG)
Cheddar Cheese (V, AG)
SELECT THREE
Potato Salad (V)
Macaroni Salad (V)
Fresh Garden Salad
w/Italian Dressing (VG, AG)
Ancient Grain Salad (VG)
Kachumber Salad
w/Lime-Cilantro Dressing (VG, AG)
Seasonal Fruit Salad (VG, AG)
ARTISAN SANDWICH BOARD
$68.74 per person
12 person minimum
All Artisan Sandwiches are served on Chef’s Selection of Fresh Bread with choice of Side and Dessert.
SELECT THREE
Classic Turkey and Cheddar with Lettuce, Tomato and Herb Aioli
Black Forest Ham and Swiss Cheese with Honey Mustard
Kale Chicken Caesar Sandwich with Tomatoes and Parmesan Cheese
Moroccan Chicken Sandwich with Grilled Za’atar Chicken, Arugula,
Tomatoes and Cucumber, served with Harissa Yogurt
Italian Sub with Ham, Pepperoni, Salami, Provolone Cheese, Tomatoes,
Pepperoncini and Roasted Red Peppers
House Club Sandwich with House-Roasted Chicken, Bacon, Provolone
Cheese, Avocado and Arugula
Broccoli and Hummus Wrap with Roasted Red Peppers and Cremini
Mushrooms (VG)
SELECT ONE
Roasted Potato Salad (VG, AG)
Fresh Fruit Salad (VG, AG)
Mediterranean Chickpea, Tomato,
Cucumber, Onion and Feta Salad (V, AG)
Cucumber, Beet and Tomato Salad
with Cumin Dressing (VG, AG)
Greek Pasta Salad (V)
Caesar Salad
SELECT ONE
Freshly Baked Cookie (V)
Brownie (V)
CLICK HERE
for the Catering Inquiry Form
12 PERSON MINIMUM
Speak to your sales associate regarding dietary restrictions.
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BOXED LUNCHES
$38.25 per person
12 person minimum
All lunches include a choice of side, dessert, and are served on a Chef's Selection of Fresh Bread,
in a Wrap, or on Fresh Greens. Side and dessert must be the same for all sandwich selections within your order.
SANDWICHES Maximum Selection of 4
Mediterranean Grilled Chicken Sandwich with Sundried Tomatoes and Hummus
Turkey and Cheddar with Spinach and Tomatoes, served on Sriracha Aioli
Classic Italian with Pepperoni, Capicola, Salami, Provolone Cheese, and Balsamic Dressing
Avocado, Tomato, and Lettuce with Mayonnaise (V)
Roast Beef, Arugula, and Tomato with Horseradish Aioli
Turkey and Bacon Wrap with Pepper Jack Cheese and Ranch Dressing
Tofu Banh Mi with a Crispy Carrot Slaw (VG)
Protein Cobb Salad with House Roasted Chicken, Romaine Lettuce, Tomatoes, Red Onion,
Avocado, Bacon, Gorgonzola Cheese, and Cage-Free Hard Boiled Egg with Ranch Dressing
Fall Power Salad with Arugula, Baby Spinach, Kale, Purple Cabbage, Roasted Turmeric
Cauliflower, Yams, Pepitas, and Balsamic Vinaigrette (VG, AG)
Mediterranean Salad with Herb Grilled Chicken, Mixed Greens, Grilled Potatoes, Roasted Red
Onion, Kalamata Olives, Cherry Tomatoes, and Feta Cheese with Garlic Vinaigrette (AG)
SIDES Select One
Miss Vickie's Sea Salt (VG), Jalapeno, or BBQ Kettle Chips
Chickpea and Tomato Salad (V, AG)
Quinoa Tabbouleh Salad (VG, AG)
Garden Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette (VG, AG)
Chickpea Caprese Pasta Salad (V)
Fresh Fruit Salad (VG, AG)
DESSERT Select One
Freshly Baked Cookie (V)
Freshly Baked Brownie (V)
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THEMED BUFFETS
CATERING MENU 2025-2026
TASTE OF ITALIANO
Create your own classic Italian dish with an assortment of Caesar Salad, Parmesan Cheese,
House-Made Croutons, Caesar Dressing, Parmesan Herbed Garlic Bread and Chocolate Chip Cannolis.
SELECT ONE
Penne Marinara (VG)
Fettucine Alfredo (V)
Farfalle with Blush Sauce (V)
SOUTHERN SMOKEHOUSE
SELECT TWO
SELECT ONE
$41.68 per person
12 person minimum
Crispy Chicken Parmesan
Chicken Francese served with Lemon Butter Sauce
Rosemary White Balsamic Grilled Chicken (AG) served
with Tomato Basil Bruschetta (VG, AG)
Pomodoro Meatballs and Fresh Basil
Create your own Southern plate with an assortment of Brown Sugar Baked Beans (V, AG), Creamy Macaroni
and Cheese (V), Jalapeno Slaw (V), Southern Biscuits (V) served with Honey-Whipped Butter (V, AG) and
Banana Pudding served with Whipped Cream
Smoked Bone-In Chicken with Chipotle Barbecue Sauce
Pulled Pork (AG)
Beyond Meat Barbecue Meatloaf (VG)
HOMESTEAD HARVEST
$29.98 per person
12 person minimum
$40.22per person
12 person minimum
Create your own Harvest Plate with an assortment of Dinner Rolls (V) served with Butter (V, AG), Sweet
Potato Salad (VG, AG), Whipped Mashed Potatoes (V, AG), Sauteed Green Beans (VG, AG), Herb-Roasted
Chicken (AG) and Beyond Meat Barbecue Meatloaf (VG), and Apple Pie (V).
BALLPARK BUFFET
SELECT TWO
Traditional Beef Burger
Black Bean Burgers (VG)
Hot Dogs
Beyond Bratwurst (VG)
SELECT TWO
$38.53 per person
12 person minimum
Create your own classic ballpark plate with an assortment of Buns, Lettuce, Tomatoes, Pickles, Peppers,
Onions, Mustard, Mayo (V), Ketchup (VG), and Barbecue Sauce (VG, AG).
House Made Potato Chips
Southern Potato Salad (V)
Cucumber Tomato Salad (VG, AG)
Creamy Coleslaw (V)
Vinegar Coleslaw (VG, AG)
Garden Salad with side of Ranch (V) and Italian Dressings (VG, AG)
Assorted Cookies and Brownies (V)
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MEDITERRANEAN THYME & VINE
Create your own Mediterranean plate! An assortment of Chicken Shawarma with Garlic Sauce, Turkish Hummus
with Aleppo Pepper and Olive Oil (VG, AG), Mint and Parsley Tabbouleh with Tomatoes (VG), Roasted Sweet Potatoes
with Pickled Burnt Eggplant and Halloumi Cheese (V, AG), Spiced Labneh (V, AG), Pita Bread (V) and Butter Ghraybeh
Cookies (V).
SIZZLIN' FAJITA BAR
$35.77 per person
12 person minimum
Create your own Fajita platter with an assortment of Flour (VG) or Corn Tortillas (VG, AG), Cilantro Lime Rice (VG,
AG), Refried Pinto Beans (VG, AG), Mexican Street Corn (Elotes) (V), Chicken Fajitas, Portobello Fajitas (VG, AG),
Shredded Cheddar Cheese (V, AG), Sour Cream (V, AG), Pico de Gallo (VG, AG), Guacamole (VG, AG), Shredded Lettuce
(VG, AG) and Cinnamon Angel Food Churro Bites (V).
KOREAN FRIED CHICKEN BAR
$32.38 per person
12 person minimum
$28.11 per person
12 person minimum
Create your own Korean Fried Chicken plate with an assortment of Cucumber Salad (VG), Bok Choy Kimchi, Spicy
Chili Sauce (VG, AG), Steamed Jasmine Rice (VG, AG), Korean Spinach and Garlic Stir-Fry (VG, AG), Korean Fried
Chicken, Korean Fried Cauliflower, Spicy Gochujang Sauce (V), Korean-Style Honey Garlic Sauce (V),
Fortune Cookies (V).
TACO FIESTA BAR
Create your own Taco Fiesta with an assortment of Flour Tortillas (VG), Corn Tortillas (VG, AG), Spanish Rice
(VG, AG), Spicy Black Beans (VG, AG), Roasted Corn and Peppers (VG, AG), Shredded Cheddar Cheese (V, AG),
Sour Cream (V, AG), Pico de Gallo (VG, AG), Guacamole (VG, AG), Shredded Lettuce (VG, AG) and Churros with
Chipotle Espresso Chocolate Sauce (V).
SELECT ONE
Taco Beef (AG)
Pan-Fried Chorizo
Chorizo-Style Tofu (VG, AG)
Citrus de Pollo (AG)
TRADITIONAL ASIAN BUFFET
$32.70 per person
12 person minimum
Create your own plate of Asian classics with an assortment of Teriyaki Chicken, Spicy Szechuan Eggplant (VG),
Ginger Garlic Green Beans (VG, AG), and Fortune Cookies (V). Assorted Sodas and Bottled Water
SELECT ONE
Steamed Edamame Dumplings (V) with Potsticker Sauce (VG, AG)
Mini Vegetable Egg Rolls served with Sweet and Sour Sauce
SELECT ONE
Vegetable Fried Rice (VG, AG)
Vegetable Lo Mein (VG)
$25.05 per person
12 person minimum
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PIZZA PARTY
$126.15
A pizza party for 12. Each pizza serves 4-6 people. Enjoy an assortment of Veggie (V), Pepperoni, and
Supreme Pizzas, Large Garden Salad with Ranch (V) and Balsamic Vinaigrette (VG, AG), Garlic Bread Sticks (V),
and Garlic Bread Knots with Marinara Sauce (V). No substitutions allowed.
SIDE ADDITIONS
Large Garden Salad (VG, AG)
$25.45 per dozen. Serves 12-18 people
Garlic Bread Sticks with Marinara Sauce (V)
$21.20 per dozen
PIZZA PIE ADDITIONS
Cheese Pizza (V) $23.30 per pie
Veggie Pizza (V) $23.85 per pie
Pepperoni Pizza $24.90 per pie
Sausage Pizza $24.90 per pie
Supreme Pizza $28.10 per pie
POWER BOWLS
$25.20 per person
12 person minimum
Minimum 6 bowls per selection. Includes a dinner roll and butter.
FALAFEL MEZZE with lentils, Israeli couscous, hummus, roasted red peppers, arugula,
spinach, zucchini ribbons and sesame tahini dressing
BLACKENED CHICKEN with barley, brown rice, iceberg lettuce, red and green bell peppers,
corn and remoulade dressing
SOUTHWEST FLANK STEAK with brown rice, red quinoa,corn, mix greens, pico de gallo,
sliced avocado, cotija cheese and chipotle ranch
SALMON BOWL with herbed quinoa, arugula, sundried tomatoes, pepperoncini, green
olives, fresh mozzarella, marinated artichokes, fresh dill and honey mustard vinaigrette
selection.
ADD-ONS
Granola Bar (V) $2.20 per person
Energy Bites (V) $2.20 per person
Cookie (V) $2.20 per person
CLICK HERE
for the Catering Inquiry Form
12 PERSON MINIMUM
Speak to your sales associate regarding dietary restrictions.
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Break Bites

BREAK BITES
House-Made Pita Chips
with Spicy Whipped Feta (V)
$5.14
per person
Individual Hummus and Crudite (VG,
AG)
$57.60
per dozen
House-Made Potato Chips
with Garlic Herb Dip (V)
Lime and Sea Salt Tortilla Chips
with House-Made Tomato Salsa &
Guacamole (VG, AG)
$5.57
per person
$10.15
per person
Tortilla Chips and Seasonal
Vegetable Display (VG, AG)
with Trio of Dips - Street Corn, Warm
Jalapeno Popper, & Blue Cheese (V)
Popcorn Trio
Select Three
$12.93
per person
Buttered Popcorn (V, AG)
SILVER DOLLAR SANDWICHES
Select One
Cheddar, Bacon, and Ranch
Chicken Salad Pinwheels
Chickpea "Chicken Salad" (VG)
Hummus, Spinach, Feta,
and Tomato Flatbread (V)
Lemon Tuna Salad
Sandwich
Fruit and Cheese Tray with
Crackers (V)
$64.73/dozen
$60.19/dozen
$57.81/dozen
$80.12/dozen
$6.93
per person
Chipotle Popcorn (V, AG)
Buttermilk Ranch Popcorn (V)
Chocolate Drizzle Popcorn (V)
Buffalo Popcorn (V)
Churro Spiced Popcorn (V)
BONELESS WING BITES
Select One | est. two pieces per person
Mild Buffalo Sauce (V)
Nashville Hot Sauce (VG) (AG)
Brown Sugar Barbecue
Sauce (VG)
$4.20
per person
$10.19
per person
Sliced Seasonal Fruit
Display (VG, AG)
$4.70
per person
Sesame Teriyaki Glaze
MINI COCKTAIL MEATBALLS
Select One | est. two pieces per person
Seasonal Vegetable Display
with Ranch Dip (VG, AG)
Warm Buffalo Chicken Dip
with Tortilla Chips
$6.48
per person
$6.31
per person
Basil Pomodoro Sauce (VG, AG)
Tangy Sweet and Sour
Sauce (VG)
Classic Barbecue Sauce (VG, AG)
$6.89
per person
(VG) - Vegan (V) - Vegetarian (AG) - Avoiding Gluten
- A Fan Favorite!
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SWEET & SALTY
Cannoli Dip and Chips (V) $7.35
per person
Individually Bagged Pretzels (V) $54.79
per dozen
Assorted Baked Cookies (V) $22.30
per dozen
Fudge Brownies (V) $25.90
per dozen
Individually Wrapped Mixed
Candies (V)
Assorted Individual Greek
Yogurt Cups (V)
$32.03
per dozen
$37.10
per dozen
Northwestern Brownies
with Purple Frosting
$36.25
per dozen
Individually Wrapped Granola
Bars (V)
$30.76
per dozen
Chocolate Cheesecake
Shooters (V)
$92.66
per dozen
Individually Wrapped Fruit and
Grain Breakfast Bars (V)
$29.70
per dozen
Strawberry Cheesecake
Shooters (V)
$92.66
per dozen
Individually Bagged Chips $55.35
per dozen
DESSERT BARS
Lemon (V)
Raspberry (V)
$15.61
per person
Assorted Fresh Seasonal
Whole Fruit (VG)
$36.13
per dozen
Churro Dippers
with Chipotle Espresso
Chocolate Sauce (V)
$7.89
per person
Rice Krispie Treats $36.70
per dozen
Chocolate Rice Krispie Treat $60.92
per dozen
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12 PERSON MINIMUM
Speak to your sales associate regarding dietary restrictions.
CLICK HERE
for the Catering Inquiry Form

GRAZING TABLES
PLANT BASED
CHARCUTERIE DISPLAY (VG)
$12.70 per person
12 person minimum
Aleppo Pepper Hummus (VG), Beet Hummus (VG, AG), Marinated Tofu Feta Cheese (VG), Baba Ghanoush (VG, AG),
Carrot Bacon (VG), Marinated Olives (VG, AG), Cajun Spiced Roasted Garbanzo Beans (VG, AG),
Vegetable Crudite (VG, AG) and an Assortment of Crackers and Crostini (VG).
ITALIAN MOZZARELLA
& BURRATA DISPLAY
Heirloom Tomato and Basil Salad (V, AG), Sliced Prosciutto, Strawberry Arugula Salad (VG, AG), Marinated Olives
(VG, AG), Seasonal Roasted Fruit (VG, AG), Crostini (V), Sea Salt Focaccia (V), Extra Virgin Olive Oil (VG, AG),
Aged Balsamic (VG, AG), Honey (V, AG), and Seasonal Jams (VG, AG)
CHARCUTERIE
Assorted Cured Meats, Sausages, Cheese, Drief Fruit, Pickles and Olives, Grapes, Honey and Jams,
Assorted Breads and Crackers
SELECT A SIZE
Small $150 Medium $195.30 Large $262.85
CHIPS & DIPS
Served with Corn Tortilla Chips, House-Made Kettle Chips, Crispy Pita (V) and Sliced Baguettes (V).
SELECT THREE
Hummus (VG, AG)
Baba Ghanoush (VG, AG)
Labneh (V, AG)
Spinach Artichoke Dip (V, AG)
Poblano Queso (V)
House Ranch Dressing (V)
Guacamole (VG, AG)
Salsa (VG, AG)
HARVEST VEGETABLE DISPLAY
Roasted and Raw Seasonal Vegetables (VG, AG), House Ranch Dressing (V), Harissa Hummus (VG, AG),
Curried Dip (V, AG), Fried Pita Triangles, Grapes and Berries (VG, AG).
$48.08 per person
12 person minimum
$16.34 per person
12 person minimum
$14.00 per person
12 person minimum
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Hors d'Oeuvres

MINI SANDWICHES
2 Dozen Minimum
Falafel Sliders
Vegan Tzatziki & Pickled Onions
Lemon Pepper Chicken
Garlic Mayo, Tomato, & Arugula
Roasted Vegetable Sliders
Sweet Potato, Zucchini, Yellow
Squash, Red Onions, Eggplant
& Pesto
Mini Reuben
Corned Beef, Thousand Island
Dressing, & Sauerkraut
$61.90
per dozen
$61.90
per dozen
$57.20
per dozen
$81.70
per dozen
Caprese Slider
Sliced Tomato, Fresh Mozzarella,
Fresh Basil, Pesto Mayo, &
Balsamic Glaze
Roast Beef Slider
Caramelized Onions, Horseradish
Black Garlic Mayo, & Cheddar Cheese
Roasted Turkey Slider
Swiss Cheese, Slaw, & Cranberry
Aioli
$89.00
per dozen
$92.60
per dozen
$70.00
per dozen
BLT Slider
Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato,
& Black Pepper Aioli
$76.90
per dozen
CHILLED HORS D'OEUVRES
Priced per dozen, 2 dozen minimum
Strawberry Balsamic Crostini
with Goat Cheese (V)
$69.70
per dozen
Caprese Skewers
with Fresh Mozzarella & Balsamic
(V, AG)
$42.24
per dozen
Heirloom Tomato Crostini
with Garlic Aioli (V)
Beef Tenderloin Crostini
with Creamy Horseradish
& Caramelized Onions
Prosciutto and Asparagus
Bites
Charred Brussel Sprouts (VG)
with Orange Miso Vinaigrette
Crispy Prosciutto
with Goat Cheese, Pear
& Honey Flatbread
$48.10
per dozen
$87.62
per dozen
$52.35
per dozen
$40.21
per dozen
$70.60
per dozen
Mezze Skewer (V, AG)
with Feta, Tomato, Olives &
Artichokes
Chicken Bacon and Ranch
Pinwheels
$118.00
per dozen
$64.73
per dozen
Chicken Kale Caesar Salad Cup $73.83
per dozen
Deviled Eggs (V) $17.62
per dozen
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HOT HORS D'OEUVRES
Priced per dozen, 2 dozen minimum
Pigs in a Blanket
with Chipotle Aioli
$72.86
per dozen
Mini Lump Crab Cakes
with Cajun Remoulade
$99.98
per dozen
Tandoori Chicken Skewers
with Tikka Masala Drizzle
$46.84
per dozen
Crab Rangoons
with Sweet and Sour Sauce
$23.45
per dozen
Beef Bulgogi Kabob
with Sweet Hoisin Glaze
$40.25
per dozen
Mini Vegetable Egg Roll
with Sweet and Sour Sauce
$44.35
per dozen
Mini Swedish Meatballs $24.08
per dozen
Buffalo Chicken Sliders $46.14
per dozen
Mini Teriyaki Meatballs $24.40
per dozen
Fried Chicken and Waffle Bites $38.11
per dozen
Mini Barbecue Meatballs $24.40
per dozen
Vegetable Samosas
with Mint Chutney
$68.11
per dozen
Bacon-Wrapped Scallop
with Sweet Thai Chili Barbecue Glaze
$120.55
per dozen
Edamame Dumplings (VG)
with Potsticker Sauce (VG)
$44.63
per dozen
Mini Beef Wellingtons
with Mushrooms
$148.15
per dozen
Vegan Meatballs (VG)
with Marinara (VG)
$33.26
per dozen
Classic Cheeseburger Sliders
with Spicy Ketchup
$74.74
per dozen
Crispy Baked Buffalo
Cauliflower (V)
$17.00
per dozen
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Dessert
Stations
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BUILD YOUR OWN DESSERTS
All desserts (V) unless indicated otherwise.
SELECT THREE
Lemon Bars
Raspberry Brownies
Mini Chocolate Cupcakes
Jam Thumbprints
Seasonal Shortbread
Cheesecake Bites
Mini Fruit Tarts
Chocolate Truffles
Mini Key Lime Tarts
$17.50 per person
12 person minimum
A LA CARTE DESSERTS
CHEESECAKE BITES
Strawberry Cheesecake
Raspberry White Chocolate Cheesecake
Salted Caramel Cheesecake
All desserts (V) unless indicated otherwise.
$11.75
per person
min order 12
COOKIE JAR & MILK
Fresh Milk
2% Milk
Select Three:
Chocolate Chip Cookie
Caramel Cookie
$13.50
per person
min order 12
Oat Milk (VG)
Oatmeal Raisin Cookie
Double Chocolate Cookie
Vegan Ranger Cookie (VG)
Lemon Drop Cookie
PLANT BASED SWEETS (VG) $7.25
Vegan Tiramisu Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookie Vegan Chocolate Crumble
per person
min order 12
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12 PERSON MINIMUM
Speak to your sales associate regarding dietary restrictions.
CLICK HERE
for the Catering Inquiry Form

Beverages
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BEVERAGES
One gallon serves 9-12 people
Freshly Brewed Coffee
Regular or Decaf:
Lemonade
Hot Tea
Iced Tea
Water
Fruit Infused Water
Arnold Palmer Display
Iced Tea & Lemonade
Hot Chocolate
Canned Soda
12 oz
Bottled Water
12 oz
Bottled Juices
12 oz
Topo Chico Sparkling Water
$36.00 per gallon
$35.00 per gallon
$25.40 per gallon
$25.50 per gallon
$15.00 per gallon
$15.05 per gallon
$52.00 per 2 gallons
$30.05 per gallon
$2.60 each
$2.80 each
$3.45 each
$4.05 each
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BEVERAGES
BAR PACKAGES
All bar packages require a minimum of 12 persons. Price includes all service ware, glassware is available
on request. Price does not include Evanston and Chicago liquor tax. Please ask about our seasonal and
limited time offers for specialty beverage packages or adding craft beer to your package.
Wristbands are required to provide accurate guest count.
BEER AND WINE
FULL BAR
Two domestic beers
Two imported beers
Two house red wine
Two house white wine
Sparkling wine
Water
Canned sodas
CHAMPAGNE TOAST
One Hour:
$17.10 per person
Two hours:
$22.85 per person
Three hours:
$27.00 per person
Two domestic beers
Two imported beers
Two house red wine
Two house white wine
Sparkling wine
Rum, vodka, and gin
Bourbon, scotch, and whiskey
Vermouth
Mixers
Garnishes
Water
One Hour:
$21.25 per person
Two hours:
$28.75 per person
Three hours:
$35.50 per person
Sparkling wine
Non-alcoholic
$11.95 per person
$7.45 per person
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ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE POLICY
It is the policy of Northwestern University to not bring alcoholic beverages on the premises unless
the alcohol is provided by a licensed caterer. Events with alcoholic beverages must be served
by a licensed bartender provided by Northwestern Catering. All personnel servicing a bar have
completed the Illinois Basset Alcohol Certification Program. All beverages are to remain within
the facility. Unconsumed beverages will remain the property of Northwestern Catering (Compass),
in accordance with the laws of the State of Illinois. Northwestern Catering reserves the right
to refuse service of alcoholic beverages to any persons. All orders for bar service with alcoholic
beverages must also request food service from Northwestern Catering for no less than 30%
of the total billing.

POLICIES AND PROCEDURES
CATERING ORDER CUT-OFFS/HOURS OF OPERATION
To ensure optimal selection and the best possible
service,please book events at least seven business days
in advance.Catering requests received less than seven
business days out will be accommodated to the best of our
abilities. New orders may be cut-off at any time once daily
service capacity has been reached.
Any new orders made within 72 business hours of delivery
time will incur a 18% service fee on food, beverage, and
furniture if confirmed. Any changes to existing orders
made within 48 hours of delivery will incur a 20% service
fee, if confirmed.
All same-day additions or changes to pre-existing
orders are subject to a service fee of up to 30%, if
accommodated.
Catering Service Hours: 8am – 8pm
Catering Business Hours: 9am - 5pm (Monday-Friday)
Effective May 1, 2026 any future catering orders will only
be accepted up to 3 months prior to event date.
Any orders/events starting or ending outside service
hours will incur a 20% service charge.
MINIMUMS
A $250 Food and Beverage Minimum is required for fullservice
catering orders. Disposable catering orders require
a $100 minimum.
RENTALS
A handling fee will be applied to all ancillary catering
requirements; linens, equipment, florals, etc. Clients are
free to arrange and take full responsibility for their own
rentals. Requested buffet tables will incur rental/set-up
charges.
BILLING/PAYMENT
Form of payment (chartstring or credit card) is required
prior to placing your order. Orders will
not be confirmed without payment information.
GUEST COUNTS/CONFIRMATION
All guest count confirmations must be set five business
days prior to event/delivery. Any count change within
five business days will be accommodated when possible.
Orders are not confirmed without an approved/signed BEO.
DELIVERY ZONE
Delivery Zones are Chicago to Huron and St. Clair
to Lakeshore. An additional labor charge of $250
will apply to deliveries outside of delivery zone.
CO-CATERING
Northwestern Catering will not cater events in which
another vendor’s service or product has been received.
SPECIAL DIETS
All special dietary/allergen requests must be made when
placing order.
STAFFING
Service staff costs will be applied to events where
personnel is needed on site. Service staff costs are based
on minimum per 4 hours. Additional labor may be needed
for more complex/substantial sets. China buffets require
on-site service staff. Events in which culinary staff is
needed on site, including passed hors d’oeuvres, plated
meals, etc., will incur staffing costs.
Staffing charges are $225 per 4 hour minimum.
$65 each additional hour over the 4 hour minimum.
EVENT SPACE DETAILS
Details regarding catering held in campus event spaces
with prohibitive access or regulations, such as no elevator
or open flames, must be conveyed when order is placed.
Failure to do so may result in additional service charges
of up to 30%.
REMOVAL
Standard event durations are two hours (with some
exceptions) and pick-up times cannot be guaranteed.
A service charge will be applied if exact break-down
time is required or if event exceeds standard event time
frames.Refuse removal plans must be formulated with
Aramark before event.
CANCELLATION
Cancellations and charges will follow these guidelines:
• Five days or more prior to catering
request - No charge
• Four days prior – 25% of total confirmed
catering costs
• Three days prior – 50% of total confirmed
catering costs
• Two days prior to catering request – 75% of total
confirmed catering costs
• 24 hours or less – 100% of total confirmed catering
costs
• *Specialty items unique to your event may
not fall into above cancellation penalty time line.
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Northwestern Moments
With Extraordinary Food & Service