Birria de res, cheese enchiladas, mole Oaxaqueno, rice, beans, and tortillas
El Colibri Catering · Monterey County
Birria catering that feels like the upgrade choice
Choose Oaxacan Celebration Buffet when you want the food to feel richer, more memorable, and a step above the usual buffet default.
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Birria de res, cheese enchiladas, mole Oaxaqueno, rice, beans, and tortillasStarting prices reflect simpler service styles; fuller setup and staffing are quoted separatelyMinimum 40 guests with approachable starting pricing by headcountGreat for hosts who want the menu to feel more memorable than standard catering
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Starting prices reflect simpler service styles; fuller setup and staffing are quoted separately
Minimum 40 guests with approachable starting pricing by headcount
Great for hosts who want the menu to feel more memorable than standard catering
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Oaxacan Celebration Buffet
An elevated Mexican buffet featuring birria de res, mole Oaxaqueno, cheese enchiladas, rice, beans, tortillas, and house salsas.
$31–$35/guest for 40+
Buffet packages show the 40+ guest range, with lower per-person pricing at 60+ and 100+. Starting prices reflect pickup, drop-off, or basic delivery. Setup, refills, staffing, and full-service are quoted separately based on guest count, timing, location, and service needs.
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Taquiza Taco Bar
A taco-bar style buffet built around three classic proteins, rice, beans, tortillas, and house toppings.
$21–$25/guest for 40+
Buffet packages show the 40+ guest range, with lower per-person pricing at 60+ and 100+. Starting prices reflect pickup, drop-off, or basic delivery. Setup, refills, staffing, and full-service are quoted separately based on guest count, timing, location, and service needs.
Fajita Fiesta Buffet
A generous fajita-style buffet with chicken, steak, and veggie fajitas, served with rice, beans, tortillas, and house salsas.
$22–$26/guest for 40+
Buffet packages show the 40+ guest range, with lower per-person pricing at 60+ and 100+. Starting prices reflect pickup, drop-off, or basic delivery. Setup, refills, staffing, and full-service are quoted separately based on guest count, timing, location, and service needs.
Lunch Boxes – Torta
Individually boxed torta lunches with chips and salsa.
From $17/guest
Buffet packages show the 40+ guest range, with lower per-person pricing at 60+ and 100+. Starting prices reflect pickup, drop-off, or basic delivery. Setup, refills, staffing, and full-service are quoted separately based on guest count, timing, location, and service needs.
Breakfast Burrito Bar
Build-your-own breakfast burrito experience with chilaquiles and fresh salsas.
From $19/guest
Buffet packages show the 40+ guest range, with lower per-person pricing at 60+ and 100+. Starting prices reflect pickup, drop-off, or basic delivery. Setup, refills, staffing, and full-service are quoted separately based on guest count, timing, location, and service needs.
Soup, Salad & Sandwich Luncheon
Comforting, mix-and-match lunch with soups, salads, and half sandwiches.
From $18/guest
Buffet packages show the 40+ guest range, with lower per-person pricing at 60+ and 100+. Starting prices reflect pickup, drop-off, or basic delivery. Setup, refills, staffing, and full-service are quoted separately based on guest count, timing, location, and service needs.
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Best Value / Most Popular / Most Elevated
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Best Value
Fajita Fiesta Buffet delivered and set up
Best value for easy crowd-pleasing events that do not need the full buffet-service layer.
Most Popular
Taquiza Taco Bar with buffet setup and on-site refills
The most common next step once the event needs setup, replenishment, and clearer on-site support.
Most Elevated
Fajita Fiesta Buffet with staffed serving line
The stronger close when you want staffed service, more guest interaction, or a more polished event flow.
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Buffet package cards show the 40+ guest range, with lower per-person pricing at 60+ and 100+. Starting prices reflect simple drop-off, pickup, or basic delivery. Setup, refills, staffing, and full-service are quoted separately based on guest count, timing, location, and service needs.
Use the service styles to see how the quote changes. Buffet service builds on the package tiers, so the per-person rate improves as guest count grows. Delivery/setup, buffet refills, and staffed lines can still be estimated here. Full-service staffed events, weddings, rentals, and 150+ guest jobs move to a custom quote.
Quesabirrias are available as a premium fresh-service add-on for taquiza-style events. Because they are best served fresh, they are not included as the default item in our buffet packages.
Appetizer Add-Ons start at $15/person. Choose 2: mini chicken tostadas, mini tortas, guacamole cups, esquites, taquito-style bites, or vegetarian tamale bites. Premium seafood appetizers can be quoted separately for weddings and elevated private events.
Add-ons (per person)
We usually lead with guac + chips, agua fresca, horchata, and dessert or sweets. Fish tacos, shrimp tacos, and quesabirrias come in as specialty upgrades when the event format supports them.
Quesabirrias are quoted as a premium fresh-service add-on rather than a tray-held buffet item.
Starting package price$35.00
Lowest published starting price$31.00
Add-ons per person$0.00
Guests entered40
Food subtotal$1400.00
Service cost (20% on gross)$280.00
Tax on food (9.25%)$129.50
Estimated total$1809.50
Estimation only. This estimate includes a 20% service cost on gross food and 9.25% tax on food only. Final pricing may still vary with travel, rentals, and whether the event needs interactive staffing or full live made-to-order service.
Buffet packages show the 40+ guest range, with lower per-person pricing at 60+ and 100+. Starting prices reflect pickup, drop-off, or basic delivery. Setup, refills, staffing, and full-service are quoted separately based on guest count, timing, location, and service needs.
Quesabirrias are available as a premium fresh-service add-on for taquiza-style events. Because they are best served fresh, they are not included as the default item in our buffet packages.
Looking for Italian, pizza-forward, or premium private-event catering? Ask us about custom menus for weddings, beach celebrations, and private dinners.
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Best fit when the food needs to feel like a centerpiece, not just a practical buffet line for a crowd.
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What comes with the birria package?
Oaxacan Celebration Buffet includes birria de res, cheese enchiladas, mole Oaxaqueno over chicken, Spanish rice, refried pinto beans, tortillas, house salsas, and the buffet serving setup.
Do quesabirrias come with this buffet?
No. Quesabirrias are available as a premium fresh-service add-on for taquiza-style events. Because they are best served fresh, they are not included as the default item in our buffet packages.
Why choose Oaxacan Celebration Buffet over a standard buffet?
It is the better choice when you want the menu to feel more premium and memorable, especially for hosts who want birria without building the buffet around quesabirrias.
Is this a good fit for weddings or premium private events?
Yes. It is the main elevated public buffet for weddings, rehearsal dinners, and milestone celebrations, and we can custom quote more private-event-only menus when needed.
Do you include buffet setup and refills?
Only when that is the service style selected in the quote. The starting price is for simpler service, and fuller setup, refills, and staffing are priced separately.