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Southern Buffet

Outside the Box Catering and Events Inc.
By Outside the Box Catering and Events Inc.
  • 444 W Lake St, Chicago, IL 60606

4.86 (7 reviews)

Enjoy all the rich and hearty flavors of this Southern Buffet from Outside the Box Catering!
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Menu: $14.80

Staff Pick

Menu checked for nuts.

Unless an item is explicitly tagged with (N), everything else on this menu is nut free.

Disclaimer: restaurant carries nuts, so there is risk of cross contamination.

Choice of Entrees

Extra entrees available for $6.40 per portion

Up to 2*
+1 Additional Veg

  • Cajun Butter Baked Chicken GF

    Juicy cajun seasoned, buttered and marinated baked chicken

  • Jerk Chicken GF

    Chicken dry-rubbed and marinated in jamaican spices

  • Garlic & Herb Butter Baked Chicken GF

    Perfectly seasoned chicken with a garlic herb blend

  • Honey BBQ Baked Chicken GF

    Chicken baked with bbq spices and honey bbq sauce

  • Stuffed Spinach Chicken Breast GF +$1.00

    Butterfly chicken breast filled with creamy spinach and italian cheese

  • Oven Roasted Chicken Breast GF +$1.00

    Herb seasoned and marinated oven-roasted chicken breast over a bed of sautéed spinach and mushrooms

  • Buttermilk Fried Chicken Wings +$1.10
  • Chicken Parmesan +$1.00

    Italian breaded chicken breast covered in italian cheeses and marinara sauce

  • Eggplant Parmesan V +$1.00

    Italian breaded eggplant covered in italian cheeses and marinara sauce

  • Lemon Pepper Tilapia GF +$1.00

    Baked tilapia fillets with lemon pepper seasoning in a herb garlic cream sauce

  • Herb Salmon GF +$2.60

    Marinated and perfectly seasoned baked salmon fillets

  • Cajun Salmon GF +$2.60

    Marinated and perfectly seasoned baked salmon fillets

  • Jerk Salmon GF +$2.60

    Marinated and perfectly seasoned baked salmon fillets

  • Honey BBQ Salmon GF +$2.60

    Salmon fillets baked in barbeque spices and drizzled with honey bbq sauce

  • Blackened Catfish GF +$2.60

    Blackened fillets pan-seared to a crisp perfection

  • Cajun Fried Catfish +$2.60

    Perfectly cajun seasoned and battered catfish fillets served with louisiana hot sauce

  • Cajun Butter Baked Pork Chops GF +$1.60

    Tender cajun seasoned and marinated center cut pork chops

  • Beef Short Ribs GF +$4.40

    Tender beef short ribs marinated and baked with celery, carrots and onions

  • Honey BBQ Beef Short Ribs GF +$4.40

    Tender beef short ribs perfectly seasoned, marinated, baked and drizzled with honey bbq sauce

  • Honey BBQ Pork Ribs GF +$3.40

    Meaty pork ribs perfectly seasoned, marinated, grilled and tossed in honey bbq sauce

  • Garlic & Rosemary Lamb Chops GF +$8.50

    Tender petite lamb chops seasoned and pan seared to crisp perfection

  • Peppercorn Ribeye Steak GF +$9.80

    Perfectly seasoned, marinated and seared to perfection

  • Grilled Portobello Mushrooms VG GF

    Grilled portobello mushrooms served over a bed of sauteed spinach

  • Zucchini Steaks VG GF

    Grilled and served over a bed of yellow rice and quad-colored peppers

  • Vegan Meatloaf and Mashed Potatoes with Gravy VG +$1.10

    Mini homemade vegan meatloaves, topped with green peppers, onions, and gravy served over a bed of vegan mashed potatoes

  • Three Meat Lasagna +$1.10

    Crumbled italian chicken sausage, ground beef, ground turkey with marinara and our four-cheese blend served with garlic breadsticks

  • Four Cheese Vegetarian Lasagna V +$1.10

    Baby bella mushrooms, quad-color peppers, zucchini, squash, red onions, spinach, marinara and our four cheese blend served with garlic breadsticks

  • Gluten-Free & Vegan Lasagna VG +$2.60

    Baby bella mushrooms, quad-color peppers, zucchini, squash, red onions, spinach, marinara and dairy-free four cheese blend served with garlic breadsticks

  • OTB's Chicken Alfredo +$0.50

    Fettuccine pasta, spinach and grilled chicken breast in a creamy alfredo sauce with garlic breadsticks

  • Jerk Chicken and Shrimp Alfredo +$1.60

    Farfalle pasta, jerk chicken, and shrimp tossed in a spicy jerk alfredo sauce with garlic breadsticks

  • Gluten-Free & Vegan Spinach & Mushroom Alfredo VG GF +$1.60

    Gluten-free fettuccine pasta, sauteed spinach and baby bella mushrooms smothered in our house-made dairy-free parmesan alfredo sauce

  • OTB's Original Cajun Pasta +$2.10

    Chicken breast, chicken andouille sausage, shrimp, quad-color peppers, spinach and penne pasta in a spicy cajun sauce with garlic breadsticks

  • OTB's Cajun Veggie Pasta V +$0.50

    Baby bella mushrooms, sundried tomatoes, green onions, quad-colored peppers, spinach and penne pasta in a creamy cajun sauce with garlic breadsticks

Choice of Sides

Extra sides available for $8.40 per portion

Up to 4*

  • Gluten-Free Vegan Baked Mac & Cheese VG GF +$9.00
  • Meka's Mac & Cheese V +$6.00
  • Smashed Potatoes V GF
  • Vegan Mashed Potatoes VG GF +$1.00
  • Old School Creamed Corn V GF
  • Baked Mostaccioli +$0.60
  • Fettuccine Alfredo V +$0.60
  • Gluten-Free Vegan Fettuccine Alfredo VG GF +$3.60
  • Garlic Sauteed Spinach VG GF +$2.60
  • Steamed Broccoli VG GF
  • Steamed Veggies VG GF +$0.60
  • Sweet Baby Carrots VG GF
  • Plantains VG GF
  • Vegan Collard Greens VG GF +$2.60
  • Grandma's Greens with Smoked Turkey Tails GF +$5.20
  • Southern-Style Cabbage V GF
  • Roasted Asparagus VG GF +$2.60
  • Garlic Herb Baby Red Potatoes VG GF
  • Sweet Potato Wedges VG GF
  • Cajun Potato Wedges VG GF

    Sliced baby red potatoes, fried and tossed in cajun spices

  • Garlic Butter Potato Wedges V GF
  • Southern Sweet Potatoes V GF
  • Vegan Smashed Sweet Potatoes VG GF +$1.40
  • Spanish Rice VG GF
  • Refried Beans V GF
  • Dirty Turkey Rice GF +$1.40
  • Dirty Veggie Rice VG GF
  • Wild Rice Pilaf VG GF
  • Red Beans and Rice VG GF
  • Yellow Rice VG GF
  • White Rice VG GF
  • Black Beans VG GF
  • Old School Spaghetti V
  • Old School Spaghetti with Ground Turkey +$1.40
  • Caribbean Rice VG GF

    A beautiful combination of yellow rice, herbs, caribbean seasonings and pineapples

  • Caesar Salad V +$0.60

    Romaine lettuce, croutons, and parmesan cheese with caesar dressing

  • Cranberry & Apple Pecan Salad V GF N +$0.60

    Baby greens, apples, candied pecans, cranberries and feta cheese with a raspberry vinaigrette dressing

  • Garden Salad V GF +$0.60

    Mixed greens, diced cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, shredded carrots, red onions and mild cheddar cheese with your choice of dressing

  • Sweet Mandarin Salad V N +$0.60

    Baby greens, mandarins, blueberries, thinly sliced red onions, sliced almonds and shaved parmesan cheese served with chick-fil-a's zesty apple vinaigrette salad dressing

  • Strawberry Walnut Salad V GF N +$0.60

    Baby greens, sliced strawberries, feta cheese, and glazed walnuts with raspberry vinaigrette

  • Zesty Spinach Salad V GF N +$0.60

    Quad color peppers, sliced green onions, cherry tomatoes, shaved parmesan cheese, sliced almonds and olive garden signature italian dressing

  • Italian Pasta Salad +$0.60

    Tri-color rotini pasta, hard salami, black olives, cherry tomatoes, red onions, mozzarella pearls, parmesan cheese and bell peppers bursting with italian flavor

  • Potato Salad V GF +$0.60

    Our classic potato salad features red potatoes, hard-boiled, eggs, and the "holy trinity" smothered in our homemade creamy salad dressing

Add Ons

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Cold Appetizer Platters

  • Small Platter of Mini Smoked Salmon Sandwiches 1 other size(s) available Serves ~10 per platter

    Smoked salmon, herb cream cheese, cucumbers, tomatoes, baby greens and red onions on a mini brioche bun

    $87.00

  • Small Southwest Vegan Wraps Platter VG 1 other size(s) available Serves ~10 per platter

    Smoky black beans, roasted sweet potatoes, guacamole, tomatoes and red onions on a jalapeno cilantro tortilla

    $62.00

  • Small Turkey Wraps Platter 1 other size(s) available Serves ~10 per platter

    Sliced turkey, baby greens, tomatoes and cheddar cheese with ranch on a multi-grain tortilla

    $72.00

  • Small Classic Tomato Bruschetta Platter VG 1 other size(s) available Serves ~10 per platter

    Roma tomatoes, fresh basil, and extra-virgin olive oil with a balsamic drizzle served with fresh toasted garlic baguette

    $45.00

  • Small Dips & Veggies Platter VG GF 1 other size(s) available Serves ~10 per platter

    An assortment of fresh cut veggies served with roasted red pepper hummus, dairy-free ranch and vegan spinach dip

    $68.00

  • Small OTB's Awesome Cheese Platter V N 1 other size(s) available Serves ~10 per platter

    Fresh brie, sharp cheddar, colby jack, pepper jack, white cranberry cheddar, and gouda along with fresh fruit, nuts, and crackers. Nuts are served on the side

    $68.00

  • Small OTB's Charcuterie Platter N 1 other size(s) available Serves ~10 per platter

    An assortment of fresh fruits, nuts, vegetables, meat, cheeses, crackers and dips

    $88.00

  • Small Platter of Mini Charcuterie Cups N 1 other size(s) available Serves ~10 per platter

    An assortment of fruits, nuts, vegetables, meat, cheeses and crackers in a mini wine glass

    $72.00

  • Small Shrimp Cocktail Platter GF 1 other size(s) available Serves ~10 per platter

    Jumbo shrimp served with a zesty cocktail sauce

    $93.00

  • Deviled Eggs Tray V GF 18 eggs

    Southern-style deviled eggs

    $30.00

Hot Appetizers

  • Small Pan of Vegan Buffalo Meatballs VG 1 other size(s) available Serves ~10 per small pan

    Vegan meatballs drizzled in dairy-free buffalo sauce served with celery sticks and dairy-free blue cheese

    $77.00

  • Small Pan of Italian Chicken Sausage Meatballs 1 other size(s) available Serves ~10 per small pan

    Italian chicken sausage meatballs drizzled with marinara sauce and sprinkled with shaved parmesan cheese

    $68.00

  • Small Pan of Honey BBQ Turkey Meatballs 1 other size(s) available Serves ~10 per small pan

    BBQ turkey meatballs drizzled with honey bbq sauce

    $68.00

  • Small Pan of Louisiana Fried Shrimp 1 other size(s) available Serves ~10 per small pan

    Large crispy cajun seasoned shrimp served with lousiana remoulade sauce

    $80.00

  • Small Pan of Chicken Sausage Flatbread 1 other size(s) available Serves ~10 per small pan

    Warm toasted flatbread topped with marinara sauce, italian chicken sausage, spinach, tomatoes, parmesan and melted mozzarella cheese

    $68.00

  • Small Pan of Veggie Flatbread V 1 other size(s) available Serves ~10 per small pan

    Warm toasted flatbread topped with marinara sauce, spinach, baby bella mushrooms, tomatoes, parmesan and melted mozzarella cheese

    $68.00

  • Small Pan of Greek Vegan Flatbread VG 1 other size(s) available Serves ~10 per small pan

    Warm toasted flatbread topped with garlic hummus, olives, red onions, cucumbers, tomatoes and bell peppers sprinkled with dairy-free feta cheese

    $68.00

  • Small Pan of Build Your Own Mini Tacos 1 other size(s) available Serves ~10 per small pan

    Your choice of shredded chicken or ground beef with all the toppings. Served with flour tortillas

    $80.00

  • Small Pan of Mini Crab Cakes 1 other size(s) available Serves ~10 per small pan

    Jumbo lump crab cakes served with otb's special sauce

    $94.00

  • Small Pan of Mac & Cheese Bites V 1 other size(s) available Serves ~10 per small pan

    Lightly fried balls of mac & cheese

    $68.00

  • Small Pan of Parmesan Fried Zucchini VG GF 1 other size(s) available Serves ~10 per small pan

    Perfectly seasoned with our italian blend, battered with gluten-free breadcrumbs and fried to crisp perfection and dusted with dairy-free parmesan cheese served with marinara sauce

    $68.00

  • Small Pan of Fried Green Tomatoes V 1 other size(s) available Serves ~10 per small pan

    Cajun battered and fried green tomato slices served over a bed of baby greens with otb's special sauce

    $60.00

  • Small Pan of Double Loaded Potato Bites GF 1 other size(s) available Serves ~10 per small pan

    Baby red potato skins filled with smashed potatoes and topped with cheddar cheese pork or turkey bacon and green onions

    $68.00

  • Small Pan of Chicken Stuffed Peppers GF 1 other size(s) available Serves ~10 per small pan

    Split bell peppers loaded with spinach, chicken and our italian cheese blend

    $68.00

  • Small Pan of Southern Vegan Stuffed Peppers VG GF 1 other size(s) available Serves ~10 per small pan

    Split bell peppers with grandma's greens and red beans & rice, topped with melted dairy-free mild cheddar and mozzarella cheese

    $67.00

  • Small Pan of BBQ Turkey Burger Sliders 1 other size(s) available Serves ~10 per small pan

    Mini turkey burgers, mild cheddar cheese, crispy onion strings, and honey bbq sauce on a brioche bun

    $68.00

  • Small Pan of Classic Cheeseburger Sliders 1 other size(s) available Serves ~10 per small pan

    Mini beef burgers with american cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, onions, ketchup and mustard on a brioche bun

    $68.00

  • Small Pan of Pulled Pork Sliders 1 other size(s) available Serves ~10 per small pan

    Slow-cooked honey bbq pulled pork and our house-made sweet slaw on a brioche bun

    $68.00

  • Small Pan of Cajun Salmon Sliders 1 other size(s) available Serves ~10 per small pan

    Grilled cajun salmon, baby greens and otb's special sauce on a brioche bun

    $79.00

  • Small Pan of Party Wings GF 1 other size(s) available Serves ~10 per small pan

    Buffalo, bbq, jerk, kickin bourbon or garlic parmesan, served with your choice of ranch or blue cheese and celery sticks

    $67.00

  • Small Pan of Boneless Chicken Strips 1 other size(s) available Serves ~10 per small pan

    Buffalo, bbq, jerk, kickin bourbon or garlic parmesan, served with your choice of ranch or blue cheese and celery sticks

    $67.00

  • Small Pan of Buffalo Chicken Dip GF 1 other size(s) available Serves ~10 per small pan

    Warm creamy buffalo chicken dip served with tortilla chips

    $67.00

  • Small Pan of Vegan Cauliflower Nuggets GF 1 other size(s) available Serves ~10 per small pan

    Gluten-free battered and deep-fried cauliflower florets tossed in dairy-free buffalo or bbq sauce served with celery sticks and dairy-free blue cheese or ranch

    $77.00

  • Small Pan of Spinach & Artichoke Dip V 1 other size(s) available Serves ~10 per small pan

    Warm creamy spinach and artichoke served with naan bites

    $67.00

  • Small Pan of Mini Catfish Po Boy's 1 other size(s) available Serves ~10 per small pan

    Louisiana fried catfish, pickles, tomatoes, sweet slaw and otb's special sauce on a mini italian roll

    $67.00

  • Small Pan of Crab Cake Sliders 1 other size(s) available Serves ~10 per small pan

    Jumbo lump crab cakes, otb's special sauce and baby greens on a brioche bun

    $88.00

  • Small Pan of Vegan "Steak" Sliders VG 1 other size(s) available Serves ~10 per small pan

    Spinach, grilled portabello mushrooms and caramelized onions topped with dairy-free basil aioli sauce on a sprouted multigrain slider bun

    $72.00

  • Small Pan of Ribeye Steak Sliders 1 other size(s) available Serves ~10 per small pan

    Ribeye steak, provolone cheese, grilled green peppers and onions on a mini brioche bun

    $78.00

  • Small Pan of Jackfruit Sliders VG 1 other size(s) available Serves ~10 per small pan

    Perfectly seasoned jackfruit smothered in vegan BBQ sauce and served on a sprouted multigrain slider bun with vegan sweet slaw

    $72.00

Sweet Treats

  • Dozen Assorted Cupcakes V 12 pieces

    Flavors include caramel, lemon, strawberry, vanilla cream cheese caramel, red velvet and double dark chocolate

    $48.00

  • Half Dozen of Assorted Vegan Cupcakes VG 6 pieces

    $36.00

  • Half Dozen of Assorted Gluten-Free Cupcakes V GF 6 pieces

    $36.00

  • Dozen of Brownie Squares V 12 pieces

    Milk chocolate brownies

    $36.00

  • Dozen of Vegan Brownie Squares VG 12 pieces

    $48.00

  • Platter of Assorted Personal Cheesecakes V N 8 pieces

    Includes traditional, oreo and turtle

    $48.00

  • Platter of Lunchroom Butter Cookies V 18 pieces

    $36.00

  • Platter of Assorted Gourmet Cookies V N 18 pieces

    $24.00

  • Platter of Assorted Gluten-Free & Vegan Cookies VG GF 18 pieces

    $36.00

  • Dozen of Mini Banana Pudding Cups V 12 pieces

    Bananas, vanilla wafers and pudding

    $48.00

  • Two-Layer Cake V Serves ~12 per cake

    Flavors include caramel, lemon, strawberry, vanilla cream cheese caramel, red velvet, carrot cake and double dark chocolate

    $48.00

  • Four-Layer Cake V Serves ~24 per cake

    Flavors include caramel, lemon, strawberry, vanilla cream cheese caramel, red velvet, carrot cake and double dark chocolate

    $96.00

Beverages

  • Box of Coffee 96 ounces

    Regular or decaf coffee served with an assortment of creams, sugars and artificial sweeteners

    $45.00

  • Box of Hot Tea 96 ounces

    Box of hot water with an assortment of tea bags of honey and lemons

    $45.00

  • Homemade Lemonade 12 ounces

    Classic or strawberry

    $5.00

  • Individual Bottled Juices 10 ounces

    Your choice of orange, grape, grapefruit, cranberry or apple

    $4.00

  • Carafe of Shareable Bottled Juice 52 ounces

    Orange, pineapple or cranberry juice. Comes with cups

    $12.00

  • Sodas

    $2.00

  • Bottled Water

    $1.00

  • Lacroix Sparkling Water

    $2.00

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