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BEFORE WE SERVE ANY FOOD, WE SERVE YOU.

Attention to detail is one of the most important aspects of catering. We know how stressful planning an event can be. That's why we take all measures to put our clients at ease, showing them, time and time again, that they are in good hands. Each client is assigned a dedicated and knowledgeable event professional to provide the most attentive service possible. This ensures you a pleasurable experience, culminating in a memorable affair.

Our account executives work on each event independently, delivering custom-developed proposals to suit the specific requirements of the individual client. In this way, menus are always uniquely crafted and each event takes on a style of its own. We feel this individual attention to the client and their event is one of the hallmarks and largely responsible for the referrals that have grown the business.

Well Dunn! has been welcomed in every important public and private party site in the area for a wide array of social and corporate events. Whether it is a product launch, Mizvah, holiday event, charity gala or wedding reception, our entire event team is well experienced and able to assist you in planning every detail.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the average catering price per person for plated service?

$165

What is the average catering price per person for buffet service?

$165

What is the average catering price per person for stations?

$165

What is the average catering price per person for hors d'oeuvres?

$95

Which of the following are included in the cost of your full service wedding catering?

Delivery
Set Up
Clean Up
Cake Cutting
Dessert
Cocktail Reception
Server(s)
Tastings
Chairs
Tables
China
Linens
Flatware
Glassware

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$17

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
Open Bar
House Beer
House Wine
House Liquor
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink

What event services do you provide?

Delivery
Set Up
Clean Up

What catering services do you provide?

Breakfast / Brunch
Buffet
Cake Cutting
Cocktail Reception
Custom Menu
Hors d'oeuvres
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What types of cuisine do you cater?

American
Asian
BBQ
Caribbean
French
German
Greek
Indian
Italian
Latin American
Local
Mediterranean
Mexican
Middle Eastern
Seafood
Southern
Spanish

What dietary needs can you accommodate?

Gluten Free
Lactose Free
Nut Free
Organic
Vegan
Vegetarian

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Open Bar
Champagne Toast
Signature Drink

Which of the following items can you provide?

Chairs
Tables

Which of the following items can you provide?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

Reviews of Well Dunn Catering

Nick
Nick Sent on 05/10/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Rachel made our event a smashing success!

Working with Well Dunn for our April 2026 wedding reception at the Torpedo Factory was one of the best decisions we made. Rachel and the whole team were thoughtful, organized, and calm from the earliest planning stages through the event itself. They helped us refine the menu and rentals as our guest count settled, coordinated logistics, answered timeline questions, and handled the practical details with real care.

On the day itself, everything came together beautifully. The service was polished, the flow of the evening felt smooth, and the team brought our overall vision to life in a way that our guests really noticed. We received so many compliments on the production and quality of service afterward. We would recommend Well Dunn without hesitation to any couple looking for a caterer who pairs excellent food with excellent event coordination.
Honeywood
Honeywood Sent on 12/22/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Exceptional to work with!

It’s always a pleasure working alongside the team at Well Dunn Catering. They are organized, efficient, and incredibly respectful of shared spaces and timelines, which makes event days run seamlessly. Their professionalism during load-in and breakdown is greatly appreciated, and their attention to detail truly shows in every aspect of their service. We value partnerships like this and look forward to many more successful events together. Highly recommend Well Dunn Catering to couples and fellow vendors alike.
Susan
Susan Sent on 05/13/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent!

The service and the food were impeccable. So many servers! I would wholeheartedly recommend this caterer. The woman assigned to take care of the bride was sooo good - down to fanning her and bringing ice water constantly.
C
Christina Sent on 02/12/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Exceptional service, incredible food & flawless execution!

Working with Rachel and the Well Dunn team was an absolute pleasure! From start to finish, they made the entire process so easy and stress-free. Not only was the food fantastic—we received countless compliments from our guests—but the cocktails were spot on, adding the perfect touch to the evening. The staff were incredibly attentive and professional throughout the event, ensuring everything ran smoothly. On top of that, they took the hassle out of planning by helping us secure all of our furniture, from chairs and tables to the full setup. I can’t recommend them enough for making our day so memorable!
Zoe
Zoe H. Sent on 10/17/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Highly Recommend!

We both consider ourselves foodies and love trying different restaurants/cuisines which made us very particular about our food choices for our wedding. To say that we were lucky to have Cameron and the Well Dunn team for our wedding would be an understatement – he worked with us so that we could customize our dream wedding within our budget. From orchestrating fun signature drinks that our guests loved and putting together desserts/late night snacks that had everyone in awe – Well Dunn went above and beyond to give us the perfect food for our special day. The presentation was exactly what we wanted and reminded us of the colorful, fun, and beautiful dates we used to have in DC. The food was delicious, the service was excellent, and we were able to meet with Cameron multiple times leading up to the wedding and their team took care of every change/update that came up. Not once did we feel like Cameron and his team were trying to sell us more while we were changing our minds. They listened to all our ideas/visions and were able to incorporate everything so smoothly while staying within the budget. Based on our experience, we know they would be an amazing addition to any wedding (or party/event). If you are looking for a catering company, look no further. You will be so happy to work with Well Dunn!
J
Jenny Sent on 09/18/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Fine Dining Catering Experience

My husband and I are foodies, and we loved working with Cameron and his team at Well Dunn. Food is creative, delicious and beautiful!!! Service was fantastic -- these are the kind of folks who set all the plates down at the same time for a table, within reason. Our tasting experience was soooo amazing. From the moment we entered the door, we felt so pampered. It was basically a private fine dining experience. I'd had a few drinks by the time we were choosing our linens and dinnerware, so that was a very fun time :)
Ellen
Ellen Sent on 11/16/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Perfection from start to finish

Well Dunn was one of the caterers that was recommended by The US Institute of Peace. Spoke with other recommended caterers but quickly settled on Well Dunn for their flexibility, menu choices, pricing and reputation. Best decision ever. Wedding had to be delayed by 1 1/2 years due to covid, but Well Dunn was able to stay with me as we moved the date many times. Finally, on November 6, the wedding went off without a hitch. The guests are still raving about the food--appetizers, dinner and the delicious desserts. The waitstaff was meticulous and cared for all our guests and their requests efficiently. Pricing was appropriate for the type of event we had, so no surprises. Lovely linen rental company that Well Dunn worked with enhanced the overall look of the dinner. I can't say enough about Joanie Rylander who was with me all the way. She was truly the reason we chose Well Dunn. Her experience in the business and her suggestions for all parts of the wedding were invaluable. You can't go wrong in choosing Well Dunn.
Susie
Susie Sent on 10/24/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Well Dunn - Great Service!

I had the pleasure of working with Joanie and her team for our wedding in September 2021. I'm so happy we went with Well Dunn. We had a variety of options during our tasting, and we were able to have all the different food options we envisioned having. We hired Well Dunn before the pandemic and Joanie and the team were very flexible about making sure we still had the wedding we originally planned. Everyone loved the food and experience!
Catherine
Catherine Sent on 01/01/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful Food and Attentive Staff

Natalie Walker and the rest of the Well Dunn staff were wonderful to work with. The food, drinks, and service were perfect, and Natalie made sure the planning process was painless, sharing seasonal menu ideas, suggesting place settings, and helping us re-work certain details when we decided to downsize in light of the pandemic. We asked our guests and our vendors to follow safety protocols, and Well Dunn staff were prepared with safe serving techniques and PPE. They sent the newlyweds home with packaged leftovers (which we were glad to enjoy the next night), and left our host’s kitchen spotless. We would highly recommend Well Dunn to anyone planning an event in the Washington, D.C., area, and hope to work with them again. (Inspired by this experience, we ordered several items from their Thanksgiving take-out menu; that was excellent, too!)
S
Shanda Sent on 08/04/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Incredible!

I have been in the wedding industry for over 4 years and have have been able to work with several catering companies. I had the honor of working alongside Well Dunn this past weekend for a wedding I planned and this catering company is beyond incredible. As a fellow wedding professional, working with other vendors who show the same kind of professionalism is key.

The staff at Well Dunn is knowledgeable, responsive, courteous and always has a smile on their face. There was nothing I asked them to help with that they didn't willingly do. They arrived on time, stayed on top of their game at all times and provided wonderful service.

Thank you Yulia and Yuri for such a great experience. I hope we can work together again in the future.
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
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Professional Network & Endorsements

3 Endorsements
Dumbarton House Dumbarton House Historic Weddings

Well Dunn Catering is wonderful! Their staff are incredibly pleasant, their presentation fabulous and their food is to die for. You have to have their dark chocolate bourbon bunt cake at your event- you won't regret it.

Hill Center at the Old Naval Hospital Hill Center at the Old Naval Hospital Historic Weddings

We enjoy working with Well Dunn. Their food is incredible, service is amazing and they are always attentive to our clients.

Tart Event Co. Tart Event Co. Wedding Planners

Working with Well Dunn Catering is a dream. Their staff is phenomenal and their food is nothing short of fantastic.

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Well Dunn Catering frequently asked questions

At Well Dunn Catering, the cost of the full wedding catering service includes:
  • Delivery
  • Set Up
  • Clean Up
  • Cake Cutting
  • Dessert
  • Cocktail Reception
  • Server(s)
  • Tastings
  • Chairs
  • Tables
  • China
  • Linens
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
The bar service starting price at Well Dunn Catering includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Open Bar
  • House Beer
  • House Wine
  • House Liquor
  • Premium Liquor
  • Signature Drink
Well Dunn Catering offers the following event services for weddings:
  • Delivery
  • Set Up
  • Clean Up
Well Dunn Catering offers the following catering services for weddings:
  • Breakfast / Brunch
  • Buffet
  • Cake Cutting
  • Cocktail Reception
  • Custom Menu
  • Hors d'oeuvres
  • Plated
  • Server(s)
  • Stations
  • Tastings
At Well Dunn Catering, you can find the following types of cuisine:
  • American
  • Asian
  • BBQ
  • Caribbean
  • French
  • German
  • Greek
  • Indian
  • Italian
  • Latin American
  • Local
  • Mediterranean
  • Mexican
  • Middle Eastern
  • Seafood
  • Southern
  • Spanish
At Well Dunn Catering, the following dietary needs can be accomodated:
  • Gluten Free
  • Lactose Free
  • Nut Free
  • Organic
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian
Well Dunn Catering provides the following bar and beverage services for wedding events:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Open Bar
  • Champagne Toast
  • Signature Drink
To cater to all tastes, Well Dunn Catering offers the following food and beverage items:
  • Barware
  • China
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
Well Dunn Catering is recommended by 98% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 5 in quality of service, 5 in flexibility, 5 in professionalism, 4.9 in average response time and 4.9 in value.

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