Appetizers
Welcome your guests with something delicious. From curated, sampler-style, passed bites to abundant grazing displays our cocktail-hour selections create an easy transition from arrival to dinner. Whether you're planning a formal cocktail hour or a relaxed buffet, our from-scratch appetizers are designed to set the perfect tone for your event. Not sure how much to serve? Tell us about your event and dinner plans, and we'll help you create a cocktail-hour menu that complements your meal without overwhelming it. Our menu is always evolving based on requests from our favorite clients- if you have a craving for something specific, just ask!
Passed-Appetizer Sampler-Style Packages
All American- $11
Buffalo Bombers & Bleu, Burnt End Brisket Dip w/Chips, Jalapeno Cornbread Puffs
Artisan Grazing - $14
Cranberry-Brie & Prosciutto Tartlets w/Thyme, Petite Caprese Skewers w/Balsamic Glaze, Crab & Artichoke Dip w/Thin & Crispy Crostini
Backyard BBQ - $11
Melon-Strawberry & Pineapple Skewers, Pork Belly Bites w/GJG Signature Sweet-Whisky BBQ Sauce, Diablo Chicken Bites
Hearty Italian Traditions - $10.5
Petite Caprese Skewers w/Balsamic Glaze, Mini Ricotta Meatballs w/Marinara, Sausage & Cheese Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms
Mexican Fiesta - $10.5
Mini Chicken Tinga Tostada Bites, Mango & Watermelon Skewers w/Chamoy & Tajin, Petite Corn in a Cup
A la Carte Options
7 Layer Bean Dip - $4
A classic 1980's party dish! Delicious layers of made from scratch Re-fried Beans, Fresh Guacamole, Sour Cream, Cheddar Cheese, Monterey Jack Cheese, Tomatoes & Green Onions served with Chips and Chef Matthews’ Fire-Roasted Salsa! Great with our Mexican-inspired Charcuterie Board!
- Petite Cups for passed service +$1
Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Jalapenos - $4
Texas-Grown Jalapenos stuffed with Cream Cheese and Wrapped with THICK-cut Texas Bacon!
- Million Dollar Bacon Wrapped +$.50
- Add Chorizo & Cheddar +$1
BBQ Pork & Chicken Sliders - $4.5
Award Winning Pulled BBQ Pork & Chicken on Soft Slider Buns with Pickles
- Add BBQ Brisket +$1
Bite-Sized Beef Wellington - $8
The classic Beef Wellington we all know and love, in bite-sized packages of deliciousness!
- Add Creamy Horseradish Dip +$.50
Buffalo Bombers & Bleu - $3.5
Chef Matthews' take on Diablo Chicken Bites , stuffed with Sliced Cheddar Jack Cheese & Slivered Jalapeno they're dunked in hot sauce and baked to sticky goodness. They are served with Bleu Cheese Dip!
Burnt End Brisket Dip - $6.50
Signature GJG BBQ Burnt Brisket Ends mixed with Cream Cheese, Sour Cream and a few other house-secret ingredients, served w/Ritz Crackers or Tortilla Chips
- Available only with on-site grilling or brisket orders!
Charcuterie Board - American Cowboy - $9
This Client-creation features Mesquite-Smoked Ham, Salami, Summer Sausage, Sharp & Mild Cheddar, Colby Jack, Grapes, Sliced Apples, Sweet Pickles, served with Ritz, Saltines & GJG Original Sweet Whiskey BBQ-Mustard. It's a fun pair with any sporting or backyard BBQ event!
Charcuterie Board - Antipasto - $9
An Italian Classic with select Italian Meat Trio, Pearl Mozzarella Balls, Asiago Cheese, Artichoke Hearts, Sliced, Cucumber, Roasted Peppers, Cherry Tomatoes, Assorted Nuts & Olives, Butter-Grilled Baguette (+$2 with Balsamic Glaze)
Charcuterie Board - Classic Gathering - $6.5
Honey-Ham, Smoked Turkey Breast, Roast Beef, Assorted Cheeses, Baby Carrots & Grape Tomatoes, Cucumber Moons, Baked Crostini & GJG Maple-BBQ Mustard
Charcuterie Board - Kiddos - $5
Sliced Apples, Grapes, Cubed Meat & Cheese(s), Peanut Butter, Ritz & Cheezits
Charcuterie Board - Mexican-Inspired (NEW!) - $10.5
Mini Sweet Peppers, Pickled Jalapenos, Cherry Tomatoes, Cucumber Moons, Lime Wedges, Sliced Chorizo, Iberico Salami, Assorted Spanish Cheeses, Pico de Gallo, Salsa Verde, Fresh Guacamole with Roasted Serranos, Queso Blanco topped with Diced Jalapeno served with Tortilla Chips
- (Great with Jalapeno Poppers and Ceviche!)
Charcuterie Board - The Grand Gathering - $10
Prosciutto, Peppered Salami, Sopressata, Gouda, Goat Cheese, Mini-Brie, Assorted Berries, Grapes & Nuts, Baby Carrots, Snap Peas, Cherry or Grape Tomatoes, Herb & Butter-Baked Crostini & Signature GJG Fig Preserves
Charcuterie Board - Summer BBQ (NEW!) - $10.5
Signature GJG Smoked Brie, Smoked Gouda, Grilled Thin-Sliced Sausage, Million Dollar Pork Belly Bites, Grilled Peaches, Pickled Red Onions, Sweet & Spicy BBQ Cole Slaw, Honey-Jalapeno Cornbread Puffs
Chef Matthews' Fire-Roasted Salsa, Roasted-Serrano Guacamole & Chips - $6.5
- Full Appetizer Portion
Fresh Skewer Collection- $4
- Antipasto Skewers
- Caprese Salad Skewers with Balsamic Glaze
- Charcuterie Skewers
- Fresh Assorted Fruit Skewers
- Mozzarella-Prosciutto Pops with Balsamic & Basil +$2
- Spinach, Strawberry, Tomato, Cucumber with Tajín
- Assorted $5
Corn in a Cup - $4.5
Corn, Red Onion, Cilantro, Lime, Cotija Cheese, Butter & Mayonnaise, Tajin, Hot Sauce-Side
- Petite Cups for Passing +$1
Crab & Artichoke Dip - $7.5
A classic GoJohnnyGo recipe, with that flavor-bang we all know and love, served hot & cheesy with toasted Crostini!
Crab Stuffed Mushrooms - $8.5
A delicious, finger-friendly, fan favorite- baby bellas stuffed with crab, tender mushroom stalks and herb-infused breadcrumbs broiled to a beautiful golden-brown
Diablo Chicken Bites - $3
Tender-seasoned Chicken, Wrapped in Bacon and Stuffed with a Jalapeno Sliver & Cheddar Jack Cheese.
Fresh Assorted Fruit Tray - $4
A beautiful assortment of the best seasonal fruits.
Hushpuppies (NEW!) - $2.5
Served withLemon Wedges, Parsley & Tartar Sauce!
Jalapeño Cornbread Puffs (NEW!) - $2.5
Served with Whipped Honey Butter
Mini BBQ Meatballs - $3
Mini Meatballs in our Original GJG Sweet-Whiskey BBQ Sauce with a little extra for dippin!
Mini Ricotta Meatballs - $3.5
Served with slow-cooked Marinara Sauce.
Mini Tostada Bites (NEW!) - $3.5
Mini Corn Tortillas full of the delicious GJG Chicken Tinga we all know and love, topped with Cheese, & Pico de Gallo
- Add GJG Beef Fajita +$.50
- All GJG Beef Fajita +$1
Philly Cheesesteak Bites - $5
Grilled Strips of Sirloin, Onions and Bell Peppers in a Phyllo Shell topped with PepperJack Cheese
Pork Belly Bites (NEW!) - $4
- GJG Signature Maple-Bourbon
- GJG Signature Million Dollar
- GJG Signature Pineapple-Honey
- Texas Beer-Belly Bites
Savory Tartlet Collection (NEW!) - $4.5
- Balsamic Onions & Bleu wtih Basil
- Gruyere, Ham & Caramelized Onion
- Seasonal Tomato with Parmesan & Basil
- Cranberry-Brie & Prosciutto +$.25
- Assortment of 3 or more $5
Shrimp Ceviche with Diced Avocado & Chips - $7
Tender Slices of Shrimp, Crisp Veggies and Avocado, tossed in a party-perfect delicious citrus mixture!
- Petite Cups for passing +$1
Creamy Spinach & Artichoke Dip - $4
Tangy, flavor-FULL Spinach & Artichoke in a Rich & Creamy Dip served with Crostini
Spinach & Potato Knish - $4.5
Another vegetarian option; Perfectly Rustic and Seasoned Spinach & Potato Wrapped in Pastry dough and baked.
Cherry-Tomato Bruschetta - $4
Sliced Grape Tomatoes, Garlic and Basil tossed in Balsamic Vinegar, Salt, Pepper & Olive Oil served with Crostini (Fan-fav!)
Fresh Vegetable Crudites - $3.5
A beautiful assortment of the Fresh Cut Veggies, or Roasted & Chilled, served with a dollop of Ranch for dipping
