Our Location
We’re located in Mount Olive, New Jersey. We serve all of northern New Jersey, including Essex, Hudson, Hunterdon, Mercer, Middlesex, Morris, Passaic, Somerset, Sussex, Union, and Warren counties.
Rentals
Staff
We are a fully insured and licensed company and can provide the staffing for all your needs. From servers to bartenders, to extra staff, we are there for you.
Our Enticing Menus
We offer many different menu’s to choose from for your year-round needs. Have a special event in mind? We can customize a menu just for you!
Occasions to keep in mind
Life’s best moments often happen outdoors, gathered around amazing food with people you love. Whether you’re celebrating a milestone or simply bringing people together on a summer afternoon, our BBQ and picnic catering transforms any occasion into a memorable event. Here are just a few moments perfect for casual outdoor dining:
- Bus Trips
- Showers
- Retirement
- Block Parties
- Engagements
- Weddings
- Anniversaries
- Customer Appreciations
- Funerals
- Company Picnics and Events
- Open House
- Reunions
- Birthdays
- School Events
- Graduations Parties
- Communion
- Fundraisers
- Company Lunches
- Car Shows
- Calibration of Life
- And Any Other One You Come Up With
Our Customers Love Us
Real Stories from Real Celebrations: See what hosts and guests are saying about their experience with us.
Thank you very much!
P.A.
Seiko Corp.
Dear Ginette,
I just wanted to thank you and all of your staff for the outstanding service … We are still getting compliments about the party and the delicious food. We will certainly remember you for the future catering events. Please tell all
Thank You So Much for making our party such a huge success.
J. & K. H
Dear Ginette,
…I appreciate how you made things so easy, and I will recommend you to all my friends. Thanks again,
E & J R
Dear Ginette,
I just wanted you to know how wonderful our Christmas luncheon was. Especially because of your fine work and extra special efforts. Everything was delicious and there was quite a buzz about ‘who did the food’?!
Thank you for taking such good care of us. I am grateful for your presence in our school
-Judy
Thank you for a wonderful job your coworkers did for our 1st Senior Picnic — Food & service were excellent!
Susan B.
Stanhope Seniors
Frequently Asked Questions
Over twenty five years of making parties happen for our customers
Pricing and Packages
Delivery and set are included in the base price along with paper goods and serving supplies.
Tax and staffing is additional.
Our packages are all-inclusive for standard service. The only additional fees you might encounter are: travel fees for locations beyond 30 miles from our facility, rental equipment you specifically request (like tables and chairs for guests), or extended service hours beyond the standard 4-hour event time.
We recommend booking 2-3 months in advance for peak season (May-September) events. For holiday weekends, 4-6 months is advised. Off-season events can often be accommodated with 3-4 weeks’ notice. However, we do occasionally have last-minute availability, so don’t hesitate to ask!
Our packages are designed for events with 30 or more guests. For smaller groups, we offer modified menus and service options – just ask!
Event Planning and Logistics
For comfortable guest flow and service, we recommend:
- 30-75 guests: minimum 400 square feet for service area
- 75-150 guests: minimum 600 square feet for service area
These are just for the catering setup – additional space is needed for guest seating and activities.
We are all self-contained and bring everything we need to do the job. Once we go over all the details we will advise if there is anything we may need from you.
Absolutely! We regularly coordinate with other vendors and can recommend trusted partners for everything from tent rentals to entertainment. Our event planners will help coordinate timing and logistics with all your vendors.
Food and Service
Yes! We can accommodate most dietary needs including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and common allergies. All items are clearly labeled at service, and we can provide a detailed ingredient list in advance. Please inform us of any dietary restrictions during the planning process so we can ensure everyone enjoys their meal.
Our food is prepared fresh at our commercial kitchen and finished on-site to ensure the highest quality. Depending on your package, we use professional grills, warming equipment, and service stations. All hot items are maintained at proper temperature throughout service, and our staff actively manages all food stations.
Yes! Our packages include high-quality disposable plates, utensils, and napkins appropriate for your menu style. We bring all serving equipment including chafing dishes, utensils, and display pieces. Premium real plateware and utensils are available as an upgrade.
Buffet service features all items in one continuous line, ideal for efficient service of larger groups. Stationed service spreads food locations throughout your space, creating multiple themed areas (like a grilling station, sides station, etc.). This encourages better guest flow and can create a more interactive experience. Both styles include our full staff to maintain and replenish all items.
Party Planning Services
As much or as little as you’d like! Some clients prefer to be involved in every detail, while others trust us to handle everything. At minimum, we’ll need your initial vision, final guest count, and any special considerations. Your planner will guide you through what decisions need to be made and when.
We begin planning right after booking and finalize most details about two weeks before your event. Final guest count and any last adjustments are due 10 days before. Your planner will provide a clear checklist of what’s needed and when.
Yes! We create detailed layout plans considering:
- Guest traffic flow
- Service efficiency
- Socializing spaces
- Weather considerations We’ll provide professional recommendations based on your space and guest count.
Absolutely! We maintain relationships with trusted local vendors including:
- Tent and furniture rentals
- Entertainment and music
- Bartending services
- Furniture rentals
- Decorators and florists
All recommendations are based on our positive experiences working together at similar events.
Things to Remember
Over twenty five years of making parties happen for our customers
- Will your event take place rain or shine?
- Where is the sun at the time of your event?
- Will you need electric for anything?
- Will you have entertainment other than uncle Jack’s vacation stories?
- Will you need tables, tents and chairs for your party?
- You may want to rent a PORT A JOHN if you have an old septic, or a large party.
- Have your serving time 1 hour after the party starts. (This allows your guests to arrive and settle in.)
- Do you need any special occasion cakes or desserts for your party?
- Remember to clean up after your four legged family members.
- Do you have activities for the kids to keep them entertained?
- Are there any vegetarians coming?
- Will you need any appetizers to put out before serving time?
- If you are doing your own drinks, make sure you have a bottle opener & cork screw on hand!
- If you have an imported keg of beer, make sure you get the correct type of tap for it. (They are not all the same)
- If you have out of town guests coming for a day or two, a bed and breakfast might be nice for them to stay at. (Frees you up for party time!)
Let Picnic Depot help plan Your Party
We’ve been around the block. Let us show you why we’ve been planning parties for over 25 years.
