Bring the fresh taste and great service of Sweet Basil Bistro to your Home, Office or Party! We would be delighted to assist you with your next special event. from an intimate family gathering, family reunion, romantic evening for two, breakfast in bed, corporate events, weddings, rehearsal dinners and private parties, Sweet Basil Bistro is available! With 22 years of Catering experience, Chef Sally would be delighted to customize your menu to suit your Taste and Special Event. Classic American Menus available along with French, Asian, Italian, Mexican, Southwest, Latin, Caribbean, Cajun, Hawaiian Luau, Middle Eastern & Mediterranean Cuisine.

Menu Ideas
Tray Passed Hors d’oeurves
(Any passed Hors d’oeurves can be plattered and presented on your buffet)

Belgium Endive topped with Gorgonzola Mousse, Spiced Pecans and Dried Cranberries

Seared Ahi Tuna with Wasabi Ginger Sauce

Mini-Crab Cakes with a Spicy Aioli Sauce

Smoked Gouda Quesadillas with Caramelized Onions

Shrimp wrapped with Procuitto and Arugula

Bruschetta:
Goat Cheese with Apricot and Pistachio Tapenade
Smoked Salmon with Creme Fraiche and Capers
Artichoke Hearts with Parmesan
Garlic & Spice rubbed Beef Tenderloin, Horseradish & Cornichon
Classic Tapenade with Roasted Tomatoes, Creme Fraiche
Chicken or Beef Skewers with Dipping Sauces
Asparagus Spears wrapped in Procuitto
Stuffed Mushrooms with Gorgonzola or Spinach
Spanikopitas
Grilled Garlic Shrimp Skewers
Caprese Skewers
Deep Fried Ravioli Bites with Tomato Basil Dipping Sauce
Assorted Mini-Pizzettas
Classic Tabouleh on Pita Chips
Grilled Mini-Ruben Sandwiches
Ham and Cheddar Palmiers

Hors d’oeurves for the Buffet

Cheese Platter with Assorted Cheese, Grapes, Strawberries, Nuts, Dried Fruit with Assorted Crackers

Grilled Vegetable Platter drizzled w/ Balsamic Vinegar & Herbs

Classic Crudites with Assorted Raw Vegetables and
House Made Blue Cheese Dressing for Dipping

Baked Brie Topped w/ Dried Cherries, Pecans, Brandy, Crostinis

Grilled Lamb Chops Marinated in Red Wine with Mint Dijon Sauce

Cold Poached Shrimp with Caper Cocktail Sauce and Fresh Lemon

Assorted Pot Stickers and Dim Sum with Ponzu Dipping Sauce

Smoked Salmon or Caviar with Appropriate Condiments

Coconut Shrimp with Pineapple Coconut Sauce for Dipping

Hot Artichoke, Bacon and Parmesan Dip with Pita Chips

Greek Salad Platter with Hummus, Babaganoush, Tabouleh, Pita Chips

Chicken Pesto Wraps

Assorted Italian Mini-Baquette Sandwiches

Classic Deviled Eggs

Italian Antipasti: Olives, Salami, Roasted Tomatoes, Provolone,
Giant White Beans with Balsamic Vinaigrette

Nacho Station with all Condiments

Assorted Sausages in a Creamy Dijon Chardonnay Sauce

Mini- Meatballs in Marinara or Barbeque Sauce

Cold Poached Shrimp

Insalate

Mista- Field Greens, Chopped Pistachios, Balsamic Vinaigrette

Garden-Chopped Romaine, Tomatoes, Cucumber, Red Onion, Radishes. Blue Cheese or Italian Dressing

Classic Caesar- Chopped Romaine, Shaved Parmesan, Croutons

Caprese- Fresh Mozzarella, Tomato, Basil drizzled w/ Balsamic Tar

Smoked Salmon: Arugula, Goat Cheese, Capers and Red Onions tossed with Lemon and Olive Oil

Grilled Portobello Mushroom and Artichoke Heart-Mixed Greens. Roasted Tomatoes, Lemon Vinaigrette

Roasted Beets- Field Greens, Goat Cheese, Pine Nuts tossed in a Pomegranate Vinaigrette

Harvest Salad: Field Greens, Apples, Spiced Pecans, Crumbled Gorgonzola, Balsamic Vinaigrette

Greek Salad-Kalamata Olives, Cucumbers, Tomatoes, Red Onion,
Feta Cheese with a Lemon Vinaigrette

Italian Bread Salad-Cubed French Bread, Fresh Mozzarella, Tomatoes & Basil, Balsamic Vinegar

Asian Salad-Napa Cabbage, Carrots, Red Peppers with Sesame Dressing

Italian Coleslaw: with Cabbage, Arugula, Carrots, Red Bell Pepper and Fennel

House Made Pasta Salad, Fresh Vegetables & Vinaigrette

Shrimp Louis Salad- Chilled Poached Shrimp, Romaine Lettuce, Hard Boiled Eggs,
Tomatoes and House Made Louis Dressing

Sides
Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Roasted Red Potatoes with Rosemary

Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Garlic and Herb Jasmine Rice Pilaf

Lemon and Parsley Jasmine Rice Pilaf

Roasted Beets with Fresh Herbs

Orecchiette Pasta with Gorgonzola and Roasted Tomatoes

Orzo Pasta with Kalamata Olives and Roasted Tomatoes

Baked Quattro Formaggi Macaroni and Cheese

Creamy Spinach Gratin

Sauteéd Broccoli with Garlic and Crushed Red Pepper

Grilled Portobello Mushrooms with Fresh Herbs

Black Beans and Corn with Scallions and Red Peppers

Baby Spinach with Goat Cheese, Bacon and Shaved Red Onions

Classic Ratatouille

Grilled Fresh Asparagus with Parmesan

Baked Roma Tomatoes Stuffed with Bread Crumbs, Parmesan and Fresh Herbs

Sauted Haricot Verdes with Red Peppers and Almonds

Wild Mushroom Bread Pudding

Classic Potato and Cheese Gratin

Roasted Corn and Cheddar Gratin

Moroccan Couscous with Dried Cranberries and Pine Nuts

Sesame Noodle w/ Scallions, Carrots, Red Peppers & Snow Peas

Pasta
All Sauces can be combined with the Pasta of your Choice
Please specify your preference of a Baked or Tossed Dish

Sauces: Tomato Basil, Aglio e Olio (Simmered Garlic and Oil),
Hearty Bolognese, Creamy Basil Pesto, Creamy Gorgonzola, Puttanesca, Primavera,
Vodka Cream Sauce, Alfredo or Creamy Roasted Garlic

Speciali for Dinner

Roasted Beef Tenderloin Rubbed with Garlic and Black Pepper

Whole Roasted Salmon with a Spicy Aioli Sauce

Mediterranean Lemon Chicken with Olives and Pine Nuts

Lobster Lasagna Baked with Creamy Parmesan, topped with a Vanilla Buerre Blanc Sauce

Lasagna Bolognese

Pork Tenderloin with a Rosemary Rub

Chicken Breast Wrapped in Proscuitto, Dijon Chardonnay Sauce

Ricotta & Pesto Stuffed Chicken Breast with Creamy Marinara

Italian Style Meatloaf with Tomato Basil Sauce

Milanese Osso Buco

Roasted Rack of Lamb with a Cabernet Sauce

Chicken or Veal Marsala

Chicken or Veal Piccata

Grilled Veal Chops with Wild Mushrooms

Shrimp Scampi

Marinated Flank Steak Thin Sliced

Filet Mignon Wrapped in Proscuitto

Double Pork Chops Stuffed with an Apricot Tapenade
topped with a Buerre Blanc Sauce

Grilled Vegetable Lasagna with Creamy Parmesan

Barbequed Baby Back Ribs with Jack Daniel BBQ Sauce

Baked Quattro Formaggi Macaroni and Cheese

Chicken or Eggplant Parmesan

Braccioloni: Breaded Flank Steak Stuffed with Gorgonzola, and Roasted Tomatoes

Pistachio Crusted Halibut with a Vanilla Lemon Sauce

Blackened Salmon or Sea Bass with Tomato Basil Relish

Grilled Angus New York Steak with Mushrooms and a Cabernet Sauce

Dolci
Assorted Mini Finger Desserts
Molten Chocolate Lava Cakes
New York Cheesecake with Raspberry Sauce
Classic Tiramisu
Individual Deep Fried Caramel Cheese Cake
Croissant Bread Pudding with Caramel
Lemon Bars with Fresh Berries
Baked Apple or Berry Struedel
House Made Sicilian Cannoli
Key Lime Pie

Please remember this is a sample menu.
Sweet Basil Bistro will customize any menu you desire!

909.866.9212

Custom Orders Welcome

(1) Baguette Panini or Wrap with choice of:
Black Forest Ham, Grilled Chicken Breast, Roast Beef, or Vegetarian
Cheese: Gruyere, Provolone, Cheddar or Mozzarella (add $1)
House Made Pasta Salad, Fresh Fruit
Home Made Cookie and Bottled Water
$12.00 pp

(2) Fried Chicken
Pasta Salad, Coleslaw, Fresh Fruit
Home Made Cookie and Bottled Water
$13.00 pp

(3) Gourmet Lunch Box for Two
Antipasti Platter
Grilled Chicken Breast Pesto Wraps
Mini-Baguette Panini with Black Forest Ham and Roast Beef
Crudits with Blue Cheese Dip, Brie with Fresh Fruit
Sicilian Cannoli and Bottle Water
Bottle of Wine $60.00 (without wine $45)

Please allow 2 hours for lunch box order
Allow 24 hours for custom orders or for 15+ Lunch Boxes
Delivery available. Free Delivery within Big Bear Lake for orders of 15+ Boxes.

Gourmet Picnic Basket for Two
Order a beautiful custom wicker picnic basket designed
just for your tastes and special occasion

Sample Menu

Entree
Choose two items:
Sliced Italian Smoked Chicken Breast with Tomato Basil Sauce on
Arugula Salad with Toasted Baguette Points
Assorted Mini- Baquette Panini
Two Marinated Flank Steak Baquettes
Assorted Mini-Wraps

Sides
Choose three items:
House Made Pasta Salad
Italian Coleslaw: with Cabbage, Arugula, Carrots,
Red Bell Pepper and Fennel
Antipasto: Salami, Mozzarella, Olives, Peperoncini,
Giant White Beans in Balsamic Vinaigrette
Brie with Fresh Fruit
Crudite with Blue Cheese Dip
Grilled Portobello Mushroom & Artichoke Heart:
Mixed Greens, Roasted Tomatoes, Lemon Vinaigrette
Broccoli Salad: Fresh Tomatoes and Red Onions tossed with Garlic Aioli
Italian Bread Salad: with Shredded French Bread, Fresh Tomatoes,
Basil and Mozzarella with Balsamic Vinegar

Dessert
Choose one:
Two Sicilian Cannoli
Home Made Chocolate Chip Cookies

Baskets include Mini-Table Cloth, Utensils & Napkins
Boutique Wine Selection available for your Basket
For Best Selection Order 24 hours in advance
(Prices start at $45.00)

Virgin Italian Sodas
Lemon Basil, Guava, Raspberry Lemon, Blackberry Lemon, Peach, Lychee Mint, Pomegranate, Vanilla Ginger or Mandarin Mint. $4 each

Flat (8.45 oz) $2 or Sparkling San Pellegrino Water (16.9 oz) $3
Orange, Grapefruit, Cranberry, Pineapple, Tomato, Peach or Guava Juice $3
Coffee, Tea, Milk, Sprite, Coke or Diet Coke $2

Bambini Menu
(11years & younger)
All served with Fresh Vegetables, Milk or Soda.

House Made Macaroni and Cheese $7
Mini-Cheese or Pepperoni Pizza $7
Pasta with Marinara Sauce or Butter $7
Chicken Strips $8

Sweet Basil Mojito:
Captain Morgan Rum muddled with Lemons, Basil and Brown Sugar topped with Ginger- Beer. Served on the rocks $8

Lychee Mojito:
Bacardi Rum muddled with Lychee, Mint, Lime and Sugar $8

Summer Colada:
Coconut Rum, Pineapple, and Ginger Beer topped with Coconut Foam $8

Fruit Cocktail:
Absolut Pear Vodka with Orange Liqueur, Pomegranate, and Grapefruit Juices $8

Special Tea:
Bacardi Rum with Tea, Mint, Lemon and Sugar $8

Blackberry Gimlet:
Absolut Vodka or Tanqueray Gin muddled with Blackberries, Sugar and Lime Juice.
Served on the rocks $7

Blushing Martini:
Absolut Vodka with Raspberry Puree, fresh Lime Juice topped with a splash of J. Roget Brut Sparkling Wine $8

Mango Mai Tai:
Light and Dark Bacardi Rum mixed with Mango and Pineapple Juices $8

Key Lime Pomegranate White Sangria:
Raynal Brandy and White Wine mixed with Pomegranate and Lime Juices $8

Sangria
Raynal Brandy mixed with Orange Liqueur, Red Wine and Fresh Fruit $8

Tequila Sunset:
Sauza Tequila with Lime Juice, Guava Nectar, dash of Pineapple Juice.
Float of Cilantro optional. Served on the rocks $7

Sweet Basil Bloody Mary:
Absolut Vodka, fresh Tomato juice, fresh Basil, Horseradish, Tabasco, Salt and Pepper.
(Can be ordered Spicy!) Served on the rocks $7

Sparkling Champagne Cocktails!

Mimosa: J. Roget Brut and Orange Juice $8
Poinsettia: J. Roget Brut with DeKuyper Triple Sec and Cranberry Juice $8
Sparkling Lychee: J. Roget Brut with Lychee Juice, topped with a Lychee Nut $8
Guava: J. Roget Brut and Guava Juice $8
Pineapple: J. Roget Brut and Pineapple Juice $8

Specialty Cocktails

Sweet Basil Mojito
Captain Morgan Rum muddled with Lemons, Basil and Brown Sugar topped with Ginger- Beer.
Served on the rocks. $8

Blackberry Gimlet
Absolute Vodka or Tanqueray Gin muddled with Blackberries, Sugar, Lime Juice. Served on the rocks. $7

Blushing Martini
Absolute Vodka with Raspberry Puree, fresh Lime Juice topped
with a splash of J. Roget Brut Sparkling Wine. Served in a Martini Glass. $8

Tequila Sunset
Sauva Tequila with Lime Juice, Guava Nectar, dash of Pineapple Juice. Float of Cilantro optional.
Served on the rocks. $7

Chocolate Cherry
Absolute Vodka with Cherry Puree muddled with Godiva Chocolate Liqueur and Cream.
Served in a Martini Glass. $8

Sweet Basil Bloody Mary
Absolute Vodka, fresh Tomato juice, fresh Basil, Horseradish, Tabasco, Salt and Pepper.
(Can be ordered Spicy!) Served on the rocks. $7

Nutty Pear Martini
Absolute Pear Vodka, Amaretto and a splash of Cream.
Served in a Martini Glass rimmed with Cinnamon. $8

Champagne Cocktails

Poinsettia
J. Roget Brut with DeKuyper Triple Sec and Cranberry Juice. $8

Sparkling Lychee
J. Roget Brut with Lychee Juice, topped with a Lychee Nut. $8

Bellini
J. Roget Brut with Peach Schnapps and Peach Nectar. Served in Champagne flute. $8

Hot Beverages

Warm Sangria
Paul Masson Brandy, Red Wine, Honey, Cinnamon and Nutmeg. $7

Irish Coffee
Bushmills Irish Whiskey, Bailey’s Irish Cream and Coffee, topped with Whipped Cream. $8

Hot Mint Cocoa
Creamy Hot Chocolate with a shot of DeKuyper Peppermint Schnapps $7

Tennessee Mud
Jack Daniels Whiskey, DeKuyper Amaretto di Cupera Coffee, topped with Whipped Cream. $8

Antipasti
(All Day)

Antipasto: Salami, Mozzarella, Olives, Peperoncini,
Giant White Beans in Balsamic Vinaigrette $8 or $11

Grilled Shrimp with Tomato and Basil Relish $10

Deep Fried Cheese Ravioli with Spicy Tomato Basil Sauce $9

Wild Mushroom Ragout in Phyllo Dough, Creamy Leek Sauce $10

Caprese Pizza with Fresh Mozzarella, Tomatoes and Basil $9

Sauteed Crab Cakes over Fennel, Apple Slaw with Spicy Aioli $10

Basket of Homemade Garlic Fritters with Tomato Basil Dipping Sauce $8

Zuppa di Giorno
Cup $4 Bowl $7

Chef Sally’s Choice

Insalate
(All Day)

Choose Side or Entree

ADD: Grilled Chicken Breast $7; Grilled 1/2 Chicken Breast $4, Marinated Flank Steak $9; Grilled Salmon $9; Grilled Shrimp (4) $8

Mista: Field Greens, Chopped Pistachios, Balsamic Vinaigrette $6 or $9

Garden: Chopped Romaine, Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Red Onions, Radishes.
Blue Cheese or Italian Dressing $6 or $9

Classic Caesar: Chopped Romaine, Shaved Parmesan, Croutons,
(Anchovies upon request) $7 or $10

Caprese: Fresh Mozzarella, Tomatoes and Basil drizzled
with Balsamic Tar $7 or $10

Smoked Salmon: Arugula, Goat Cheese, Capers and Red Onions tossed with Lemon and Olive Oil $10 or $13

Grilled Portobello Mushroom and Artichoke Heart:
Mixed Greens. Roasted Tomatoes, Lemon Vinaigrette $8 or $11

Roasted Beets: Field Greens, Goat Cheese, Pine Nuts tossed
In Pomegranate Vinaigrette $8 or $11

Harvest Salad: Field Greens, Apples, Spiced Pecans, Crumbled Gorgonzola.
Balsamic Vinaigrette $8 or $11

Lunch Panini
(11am – 4pm)
Served with Mista Salad or House Made Pasta Salad

Grilled Portobello Mushroom, Melted Gruyere Cheese,
Roasted Tomatoes on a Baguette $10

Tuscan Albacore Tuna with Artichoke Hearts, Kalamata Olives
and Capers on a Baguette. Lemon Vinaigrette $9

Grilled Chicken Breast with Roasted Tomatoes,
Shaved Parmesan on Baguette. Chipotle Aioli $10

Italian Sausage or Meatball Marinara with Mozzarella,
Shaved Parmesan and Pesto on French Roll. $10

Black Forest Ham, Tuna or Roast Beef on a Baguette,
Lettuce, Tomatoes, Red Onions and Vinaigrette $9

Add Provolone, Swiss or Cheddar Cheese: $1

All Sandwiches Above Available as 1/2 Sandwich & Soup with Mista Salad $9

Hot Pressed Lunch Panini

Served with Mista Salad or House Made Pasta Salad

French Dip with Roast Beef, Gruyere Cheese, Grilled Onions,
Horseradish Aioli on Ciabatta Bread. Au Jus for Dipping $10

Black Forest Ham, Gruyere Cheese on Ciabatta Bread. Dijon Aioli $9

Grilled Three Cheese Sandwich, Gruyere, Mozzarella and Cheddar
on Ciabatta Bread. Request Peperoncini $9

Pasta
(All Day)
Choose from: Linguine, Orecchiette Pasta or Whole Grain Spaghetti $12
Ricotta Cheese Ravioli $13
Ricotta and Arugula Stuffed Shells $15

Choose Sauce:

House Made Tomato Basil Sauce

Creamy Basil Pesto Sauce with Pine Nuts and Fresh Tomatoes

Gorgonzola Cream Sauce with Slow Roasted Tomatoes

Bolognese Meat Sauce with Ground Beef and Italian Sausage

Creamy Alfredo Sauce

Add: Grilled Chicken Breast $7, Grilled 1/2 Chicken Breast $4, Marinated Flank Steak $9; Grilled Shrimp (4) $8 Meatballs (2) $5 Italian Sausage (2) $5

Speciali for Dinner
(5pm – 9pm)
Served with the Fresh Vegetable di Giorno

Ricotta and Pesto Stuffed Chicken Breast with Creamy Marinara
Served over Linguine Pasta $18

House Made Macaroni & Cheese with Cheddar, Mozzarella, Parmesan $12

Italian Meatloaf with Garlic Mashed Potatoes or Orzo Pasta $13

Marinated Flank Steak, Garlic Mashed Potatoes or Orzo Pasta,
Red Wine Sauce $18

Grilled or Blackened Salmon with Orzo Pasta, Tomato Basil Relish $19

Lobster Lasagna Baked with Creamy Parmesan, topped with Vanilla Buerre Blanc $20

Grilled Angus 12 oz. Baseball Cut Bistro Steak,
Orzo Pasta or Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Gorgonzola Butter $23

Grilled Angus 9 oz. New York Steak, Garlic Mashed Potatoes or Orzo Pasta,
Red Wine Sauce $25

Sauteed Sand Dabs served over Rice Pilaf with a Lemon Caper White Wine Sauce $20

Dolci
(All Day)
House Made Mini Doughnuts with Three Dipping Sauces $8
Creme Brulee $9
Tiramisu $9
Molten Chocolate Cake $9
Sicilian Cannoli $9

White Wine Selections
Mountain View Chardonnay, California $5 ~$18
Novelum Chardonnay, France $21
Trevor Jones Virgin Chardonnay, Australia $31
Saintsbury Chardonnay, California $34
Mountain View White Zinfandel, California $4~$14
Francis Coppola Pinot Grigio $6~$19
Zentao Pinot Grigio, Italy $23
Voss Sauvignon Blanc, California $8~30

Sparkling Wine
Cristalino Brut, Spain, Split $5~$19
Santa Margherita Prosecco Valdobbiadene, Italy $46

Red Wine Selections
Mark West Pinot Noir, California $7~$25
Santa Barbara Pinot Noir, California $27
Mountain View Merlot, California $5~$18
Oberon Merlot, California $43
Mountain View Cabernet Sauvignon, California $5~$18
Rutherford Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon, California $27
Selby Cabernet Sauvignon, California $42
Castello Banfi Cabernet/Sangiovese, Italy $19
Seghesio, Zinfandel, Napa Valley $32
Bogle Petite Syrah, California $22
Conde Valdemar Rioja, Spain $26
Ruffino Chianti, Italy $5~$19
Frescobaldi Chianti, Italy $25

 

11am – 3pm

Bistro Lunch Menu also available on Sunday

Smoked Salmon Eggs Benedict on Toasted Ciabatta Bread topped with
Sauted Arugula, Smoked Salmon, Poached Eggs and a
Creamy Parmesan Sauce. Served with Roasted Red Potatoes $16

Marinated Flank Steak with Chef Sally’s Special Scrambled Eggs.
Roasted Red Potatoes $16

Chef’s Eggs Benedict with Ham, Poached Eggs on Toasted Ciabatta
with a Creamy Parmesan Sauce. Roasted Red Potatoes $12

Grilled or Blackened Salmon served over Orzo Pasta
with Fresh Vegetables $17

Shrimp Louis Salad with Chilled Poached Shrimp over Romaine Lettuce,
Hard Boiled Eggs, Tomatoes and House Made Louis Dressing $12

Coconut Crusted French Toast, Maple Syrup and Fresh Fruit $11

Side of Italian Sausage $5

Complimentary Bellini or Glass of Champagne with Brunch Entree

Dolci

House Made Mini Doughnuts with Three Dipping Sauces $7
Creme Brulee $8, Tiramisu $8, Italian Cannoli $8, Molten Chocolate Cake $8

Virgin Italian Sodas

Lemon Basil, Guava, Raspberry Lemon, Blackberry Lemon, Peach,Lychee Mint, Pomegranate, Vanilla Ginger or Mandarin Mint. $4 each