Event Catering & Menus in Portsmouth, NH

Flexible food options for corporate events, meetings, and private gatherings at The 801.

Multiple cuisines • Full bar • Flexible service styles

How Catering Works at The 801

Food and beverage at The 801 is designed to be flexible. You can choose from several JGroup restaurants or work with an outside caterer, depending on your event.

Our team will help you select a menu and service style that fits your guest count, timing, and overall flow.

Service styles include:

  • Passed appetizers and cocktail-style events

  • Buffet-style service

  • Plated dinners

  • Stations and hybrid formats

Bar options:

  • Full bar service

  • Beer and wine packages

  • Custom cocktail menus

Choose a Menu Style

  • Classic & Coastal

    Jumpin’ Jay’s Fish Cafe
    Fresh seafood, raw bar, and coastal favorites.

    View Jumpin’ Jay’s Menu

  • Bold & Social

    Street
    Global street food designed for sharing and variety.

    View Street Menu

  • Refined & Modern

    Nichinan
    Contemporary Japanese small plates, sushi, and sashimi.

    View Nichinan Menu

  • Comfort & Barbecue

    Ore Nell’s Barbecue
    Central Texas-style barbecue, ideal for casual and hearty events.

    View Ore Nell’s Menu

  • Bright & Flavor-Driven

    Vida Cantina
    Modern Mexican with bold flavors and flexible formats.

    View Vida Cantina Menu

  • Boards & Lite Bites

    The 801
    Cheese, charcuterie, and shareable platters designed for cocktail-style events and casual gatherings.

    View Boards Menu

  • Brunch Catering

    Street
    Simple, flexible brunch options for meetings, team gatherings, and daytime events.

    View Brunch Menu

Outside Catering Options

The 801 includes a fully equipped kitchen available for licensed and insured outside caterers. This gives you the flexibility to bring in a vendor of your choice if needed.

What Catering Can Look Like

CORPORATE NETWORKING EVENT

Passed appetizers, bar service, and an open layout designed for conversation and movement.

SEATED DINNER EVENT

Plated or buffet-style service with a structured timeline and full dining setup.

WEDDING RECEPTION

Cocktail hour followed by dinner and bar service, with a natural flow between indoor and outdoor spaces.

Designed to Work with the Space

The 801’s layout supports a range of service styles, from cocktail-style events that flow between indoor and outdoor areas to seated dinners and presentations.

Planning your event space matters just as much as the menu.

Start Planning Your Event

We’ll help you choose the right menu, format, and setup based on your event.

Inquire About Your Event