Authentic Italian Catering in Newport Beach
Bring the flavors of coastal Italy to your next event with Il Farro’s premium catering services. Located steps from the Newport Beach Pier, Il Farro specializes in handcrafted Italian dishes made from fresh, high-quality ingredients—including our signature farro pastas, seafood specialties, organic pizzas, and classic favorites. Whether you’re hosting a corporate lunch, family celebration, holiday gathering, or beachfront event, our catering menu is designed to deliver vibrant, restaurant-quality Italian cuisine that your guests will remember. With options for vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free diners, Il Farro ensures every guest feels welcomed and cared for.
Our catering team works closely with you to craft a custom menu that fits your event size, dietary needs, and personal preferences. From large trays of handmade pasta to beautifully prepared seafood dishes, appetizers, salads, and house-made desserts, every item is prepared with the same attention to flavor and authenticity as our in-house dining. Il Farro Catering provides flexible portions, timely service, and the distinctive taste of Southern Italian cooking—making it the perfect choice for events throughout Newport Beach, Costa Mesa, Huntington Beach, and the greater Orange County area. Let us help you create a seamless, delicious experience from beginning to end.
SMALL TRAY SERVES 8-10 | LARGE TRAY SERVES 16-20
Appetizers
Farro Feta Salad
Mixed greens, farro ancient grain, tomatoes, cucumbers, sun-dried tomatoes, olives & feta.
Romaine lettuce, parmigiano, house croutons & Caesar dressing.
House Salad
Mixed greens, tomatoes, carrots, red onions, cucumbers & balsamic.
Manila clams & mussels sautéed in a fragrant white wine broth with garlic & ripe tomatoes.
Crispy golden calamari, lightly fried & served with marinara sauce.
Lusciously creamy burrata paired with delicate prosciutto, sweet cherry tomatoes, & fresh arugula for a perfectly balanced bite.
Delicately sliced beef carpaccio topped with peppery arugula, briny capers, shaved Parmigiano, & a bright touch of lemon.
Caprese
Creamy mozzarella with vine-ripened tomatoes and fresh basil, simply dressed with olive oil & balsamic.
Golden saffron rice balls filled with rich ragù, sweet peas, & melted cheese, lightly breaded & fried to perfection.
Bruschetta
Toasted sliced ciabatta bread with tomatoes, onions, Kalamata olives, mozzarella cheese, Italian dressing & a balsamic drizzle.
Handcrafted pork & beef meatballs simmered in rich marinara, finished with shaved Parmigiano, fresh basil & served with crostini.
French Fries
Thick-cut fries, golden, crispy, & irresistibly fluffy inside.
House Bread
Our famous homemade farro bread fresh from the oven served with house extra virgin olive oil.
SMALL TRAY SERVES 8-10 | LARGE TRAY SERVES 16-20
Pasta
Homemade gnocchi dumplings filled with baked pumpkin & butter sage cream sauce.
Sorrentina
Homemade gnocchi potato dumpling, marinara, tomatoes, mozzarella & basil.
Handmade pasta sheets with tomato sauce, bolognese, fresh mozzarella & Parmigiano.
Linguine pasta, salmon, mussels, clams, calamari, tiger shrimp, garlic & spicy tomato sauce.
Handmade in-house crab & lobster-filled ravioli topped with shrimp & vodka sauce.
Handmade in-house cheese-filled ring-shaped pasta, peas, ham & Parmigiano cream.
Homemade long noodles, with ground meat, ragú tomato basil, ham & mushrooms.
Spiral pasta, chicken, portobello mushrooms, garlic & pink sauce.
Angel hair pasta, diced Roma tomatoes, garlic, basil & a touch of marinara.
Tender fettuccine tossed in a vibrant basil pesto.
Tender fettuccine noodles coated in a luxuriously creamy Alfredo sauce.
Spaghetti pasta with our authentic Bolognese 50/50 meat sauce.
15-20 person per full tray
Farro Ancient Grain
Farro ancient grain grain, shrimp, mussels & clams in a light tomato sauce.
Grilled salmon, lemon, butter, garlic, farro ancient grain & seasonal vegetables.
Farro with tiger shrimp, saffron sauce, asparagus & diced tomatoes.
Farro ancient grain with seasonal vegetables in a creamy tomato sauce.
Farro ancient grain with spicy Calabrían nduja, Italian sausage & housemade marinara.
SMALL TRAY SERVES 8-10 LARGE TRAY SERVES 16-20
Entrées
Grilled ribeye steak, fresh herbs, French fries & vegetables.
Seafood stew with salmon, mussels, clams, calamari, tiger shrimp, garlic & spicy tomato sauce.
Eggplant Parm
Baked eggplant layered with tomato sauce, mozzarella & Parmigiano cheese, served with spaghetti marinara.
Chicken breast, marsala wine, mushrooms, garlic & seasonal vegetables.
Chicken breast, lemon, butter, capers, garlic & seasonal vegetables.
Pizzas Are Normal Sized, Please Call the Restaurant Directly For Oversized Trays
Catering Pizza
Tomato sauce, fior di latte, ham, sausage & pepperoni.
Grilled chicken, BBQ sauce, red onion, mozzarella & fresh cilantro.
Tomato sauce, prosciutto, arugula, burrata & sliced Parmigiano.
Tomato sauce, fior di latte, parsley, spicy salami & Calabrían ‘nduja Chili.
Tomato sauce, fior di latte, fresh basil & pepperoni.
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, pineapple & ham.
Tomato sauce, fior di latte & fresh basil.
