Party Food Shop

Quick guide: For sandwiches as the main item, plan about 1 to 1.5 sandwiches per adult. If sandwiches are one of several items, you can lean toward the lower end.

• Estimate: 50 guests = roughly 50–75 sandwiches.
• If you order standard sandwich trays, check each tray's item count in the product details on the party food page.
• Mix in sides like chips, salads, and a veggie tray to round out the meal without increasing sandwiches.

Use Walmart's deli and party tray options online or in-store and confirm tray counts before checkout.

General planning tips: The number depends on whether appetizers are a pre-meal snack or the main bite for the event.

• As hors d'oeuvres before a meal: plan about 3–6 pieces per person for a 1–2 hour window.
• If appetizers are the main food (no full meal): plan 8–12 pieces per person.
• Factor in guest mix, event length, and other offerings—add more for younger, hungrier crowds.

Offer a variety (hot/cold, veg/non-veg) and check Walmart’s party trays and snack selections to balance options and quantities.

Smart, wallet-friendly options: Choose items that stretch well, are easy to serve, and cater to different tastes.

• Sandwich or wrap platters paired with big salads.
• Pasta or grain salads that can be served cold and portioned easily.
• Vegetable and fruit trays, chips and dip, and bakery cookie or mini-dessert trays.
• Bulk snack mixes or beverage stations so guests can serve themselves.

Mix affordable trays from the party food shop with a few higher-impact items to keep costs down. Use Walmart’s online ordering and pickup to simplify logistics.

Practical food-safety tips: Perishable foods are safest when kept either cold or hot, not at room temperature for long periods.

• Try to limit perishable trays at room temperature—use coolers with ice for cold items and insulated carriers or chafing dishes for hot items.
• For longer events, rotate fresh trays in and remove older ones rather than topping them up continuously.
• Check local health guidance for specific limits and consider packaging options at pickup to help maintain safe temps during transport.

When in doubt, replace or refrigerate items to reduce risk.

Storage steps to preserve quality: Quickly move perishable leftovers to the refrigerator and use shallow containers to cool food evenly.

1. Within a couple of hours, transfer items from trays into airtight, shallow containers.
2. Label containers with the date and store on middle shelves to keep a steady temperature.
3. Use refrigerated leftovers within 3–4 days or freeze portions for longer storage when appropriate.
4. Reheat thoroughly before serving and discard any item that smells off or was left out too long.

You can pick up storage containers and labels from the store if needed.