12 Creative Breakfast Catering Ideas For Your Next Meeting or Event (2024)

Need a few creative, can’t-fail breakfast catering ideas? We get it! Who doesn’t love breakfast? To quote Ron Swanson of Parks and Recreation fame, “There has never been a sadness that can’t be cured by breakfast food”. You may not go quite that far in your own feelings about breakfast, but we hope you agree it’s the most important meal of the day! From a simple bowl of yogurt, fruit, and granola to a fancy and decadent plate of eggs benedict, there’s something for just about everyone at breakfast.

If you’re planning a meeting or event anytime before noon, you might be responsible for providing a satisfying breakfast or brunch. To help you make this happen, here are 12 breakfast catering ideas that will help take the meeting/event you’re planning to the next level.

We’ve also included examples of venues that would work well for a catered gathering, all of which are easy to rent through Peerspace, the internet’s largest marketplace for hourly event venue rentals. Now let’s get to the breakfast foods!

1. Put together a tempting yet healthy smoothie bar

One of our favorite breakfast catering ideas is to have your caterer set up a smoothie bar. Your guests can request customized smoothies containing the perfect mix of ingredients. Fruits, vegetables, yogurt, seed and nut butter, protein powders, spices, sweeteners, and more would all work. A smoothie alone might not be enough for breakfast, so we think this breakfast catering idea is a great addition to a more solid and substantial breakfast option.

If you happen to be in the Durham, NC area, then you can always book this smoothie spot through Peerspace and enjoy fresh smoothies crafted just the way you want them. There’s also this boho-style space in Cambridge, MA that is also a full-time smoothie shop serving tempting smoothies to all its guests.

2. Serve a full English breakfast or “fry up”

What is a Full English Breakfast? Certainly the most filling option on this list of ideas, this is a “hearty, hefty breakfast plate served in the UK and Ireland,” writes I Am a Food Blog. This style of breakfast includes “sausages, back bacon, eggs, tomatoes, mushrooms, fried bread, and beans”. Check out this diagram for a clearer idea of what a full English breakfast looks like!

3. Make it sweet and colorful with a fresh fruit platter

How about including a large platter of delicious fruit in your breakfast buffet? Ideally, you would use as much locally-grown fruit as possible because nothing is sweeter or more satisfying than extremely fresh fruit.

We think it would taste even better outdoors in the fresh air and sunlight, so you might consider holding your event outdoors at a venue like this cozy garden in Dallas, TX. It’s “an elegant outdoor event venue space known for its tropical ambiance” as well as “its upscale and relaxing atmosphere.” Sounds like the ideal breakfast venue to us!

Check out these creative themed brunch ideas to make your next breakfast event extra fun and tasty!

4. Hire a chef to craft custom omelets for your guests

For a really fancy-feeling event, hire a chef to prepare your guests omelets on request! The ingredients – eggs, cheese, veggies, bacon, etc. – are simple enough, but the result feels elaborate and special, making this idea truly a win-win.

5. Keep it simple yet tasty with breakfast wraps

Serve a variety of delicious wraps, which are easy to customize according to various dietary restrictions (vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free, gluten-free, etc.). Consider this: a breakfast wrap with eggs, cheese, bacon, beans, grilled veggies, and hot sauce. Feeling hungry yet?!

6. Add an elegant touch with yogurt parfaits

Layered parfaits with yogurt, granola, and fruit are a pretty choice for breakfast catering. For some useful inspiration, check out Sweet + Savory’s post on yogurt parfait bars for brunch, where they describe how easy this idea is. “​​All you need is a variety of yogurt, colorful fresh fruits, couple different versions of granola mix (with or without nuts, for example), honey, or maple syrup, and cute jars.”

7. A classic for a reason: serve a variety of muffins

Another one of our top breakfast catering ideas is kind of a classic: different kinds of muffins. Since these can be prepared in advance, this idea isn’t just appealing, it’s also really easy! And if you’re looking for muffins that will keep you and your guests satiated for hours, include some whole-grain muffin options with ingredients like fruits, veggies, nuts, and seeds.

Since muffins are a breakfast that comes in its own adorable muffin-shaped package, consider serving them in a venue like this equally adorable and charming cafe in Seattle, WA. It comes with its own patio and can accommodate as many as 30 people.

8. Go gourmet and serve quiche

Eggs are a favorite for breakfast, but for most egg preparations, you pretty much have to eat them right away as soon as they’re cooked or they quickly lose their appeal. But a great way to prepare a lot of eggs all at once in advance and for a crowd is in the form of a quiche – a savory egg custard in a pie crust shell.

You can add all kinds of mix-ins, and once again, this is a preparation that can easily be made vegetarian without missing out on much since it’s also got plenty of cheese, veggies, and herbs.

9. Craft made-to-order sweet and savory crepes

Rather than the standard pancakes, your guests will enjoy sweet and savory crepes made to order! Crepes can be served with everything from meat and cheese to fruit, Nutella, and whipped cream, and either way, the result is sure to be incredibly delicious.

Looking for more fancy meal options? Then you need to check out our favorite luncheon ideas next!

10. Get your buzz on with an artisanal coffee cart

Sure, you can just serve your guests a pot of standard coffee, and they can add milk and sugar as desired. But why not take things to the next level with a lavish coffee cart? A great example of a catering company that’s bringing this to Colorado is the Craft Coffee Cart. It “handcrafts your favorite espresso & coffee drinks and serves them fresh to you and your guests.”

11. Make it extra special with made-to-order juices

What about made-to-order blends of fruit and vegetable juices for a real morning pick-me-up? Like the smoothie bar, this liquid nutrition isn’t quite enough for a full meal. Therefore, we’d recommend including this as a side option along with something more substantial like omelets or crepes.

If you’re in Toronto, ON, why not book this private event space with an on-site juice bar? Along with fresh juices made to order, the host also offers artisanal hot sandwich and salad catering, adding more oomph to your meal.

12. Keep them satisfied with bagel sandwiches

A regular old breakfast sandwich might not be the most filling option on this list. However, put that bacon, egg, and cheese on a bagel and it’s a hearty meal that’ll keep your event’s attendees going for hours. Bagels come in lots of different flavors and almost everyone is a fan, so it’s hard to go wrong with this idea!

If you book a Peerspace venue like this light-filled Westside home and garden in Los Angeles, CA, you can enjoy a beautiful private space for breakfasting and an added treat: optional bagel and coffee catering!

Breakfast catering ideas: conclusion

We hope these breakfast catering ideas have inspired you to serve something delicious to your guests, whether you’re hosting a personal or professional event. Make it easy on yourself by booking a Peerspace venue that’s heavy on the style and the amenities. That way, you can easily create an experience your guests will always treasure.

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