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  • Perfect Setting Catering

    Perfect Setting Catering is a professional wedding catering company based in Berwyn, Philadelphia. Serving Philadelphia...Read more and its surrounding areas since 1991, this business provides delectable cuisine for milestone occasions and other special events. Owners Deborah and Jerry Diehl are deeply...

  • Wonder Cotton Candy

    Wonder Cotton Candy is a sweet wedding candy cart based in San Jose, California. They bring a sweet and nostalgic touch...Read more to your special day serving guests delicious clouds of fluffy spun sugar. Services Offered Wonder Cotton Candy brings a whimsical touch to your event. Their cotton candy is crafted...

  • Chef Piñeiro - Mesa 364

    Chef Piñeiro - Mesa 364 provides wedding catering services in San Juan, Puerto Rico, specializing in new Caribbean...Read more cuisine. Owner and chef Enrique Piñeiro prides himself on flavorful dishes and top-notch service. He works with couples to design and personalize a wedding day menu to fit their needs...

  • Roots & Flavors

    ROOTS & FLAVORS INC. is a professional wedding and event catering company based in San Juan, Puerto Rico. This catering...Read more company has over 43 years of experience serving all kinds of special events both domestic and international. ROOTS & FLAVORS INC. is a flexible team of professionals who will cater...

  • CHEF MARISOLL CATERING

    Weddings and Events caterer serving all of Puerto Rico that specializes in creating Alternative Menus: making the...Read more ordinary, Extraordinary! Since 2007, we have crafted one-of-a-kind menus to suit every couple's needs and tastes. -Cuisine: Mouthwatering Dishes may include American, Mexican, French,...

  • Christina's Catering

    Ask about our upcoming WEDDING OPEN HOUSE - Sun. May 5th(RSVP required) and special booking incentives for Special Value...Read more Dates.(see our website www.christinascatering/openhouse or visit Instagram @TheGardensAtApplecross Bio for RSVP link. If you are looking for an extraordinary garden venue 125 to...

  • Premiere Catering

    A full-service caterer based in Portland, Oregon, Premiere Catering is able to accommodate wedding receptions of all...Read more sizes. With more than 28 years of experience in the wedding reception business, couple’s guests will notice the fresh flavors and quality of the menu. Delivering exquisite quality and...

  • Ces & Judy's Catering

    Ces & Judy’s Catering is a wedding catering business based out of Saint Louis, Missouri. Beyond their high-quality...Read more culinary selections, this team also offers couples an exclusive venue, The Venue at Maison du Lac, to host their special once-in-a-lifetime event. Event professionals through and...

  • As Good As It Gets Catering by Cheryl's on 12th

    Situated in Portland, Oregon, As Good As It Gets Catering by Cheryl's on 12th is a seasoned caterer for weddings and...Read more private events. Specializing in custom catering with meals that taste as scrumptious as they look, these professionals will be delighted to craft a menu just for you. By getting to...

  • Distinctive Catering

    Based in West Michigan, Distinctive Catering is a professional catering company that provides culinary solutions for...Read more weddings in addition to all-inclusive bar services. The team offers expertly crafted cuisine for events throughout a 100-mile radius, including locations such as Lansing, Kalamazoo,...

  • Barkeep Cocktails & Co.

    Based in Sacramento, California, Barkeep Cocktails & Co. specializes in bar services for weddings and other special...Read more occasions. Barkeep Cocktails & Co. is excited to provide your dream wedding with a unique and custom-tailored experience that will be sure to keep your guests raving about our...

  • Catering By Design

    Catering By Design is a full-service wedding caterer based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. After several years of...Read more restaurant and catering experience, Peter Loevy founded the company in 1991 out of a passion for cuisine and event design. We offer personaized and seasonal menus, exceptional staff and...

  • Pamela's Traveling Feast

    Pamela’s Traveling Feast is a boutique catering service that specializes in providing meals for off-site and on-site...Read more events alike. Owner Pamela makes the effort to get to know each of her clients to ensure that her services complement their special day. She aims to combine the latest culinary trends...

  • Chef Penelope's Catering

    Chef Penelope’s Catering is a full-service wedding catering company based in Nashville, Tennessee that services...Read more Nashville and the surrounding areas. The company specializes in delivering beautiful presentation of delicious wedding cuisine. Owner Penelope Pfuntner and her expert catering staff...

  • Magnolia Grill Catering

    "You celebrate. We cater!" offers a glimpse into why Magnolia Grill Catering is a "Couples Choice Award Winner" since...Read more 2014. Operating from Richmond Hill, GA, Magnolia Grill Catering specializes in wedding catering services. The dedicated culinary team is committed to delivering exceptional customer...

  • AV GOURMET Catering Planning Design

    AV GOURMET is a wedding catering business located in Atlanta, Georgia. This award-winning company is committed to...Read more creating an unforgettable dining experience for you and your guests. Using locally sourced and fresh ingredients, they strive to produce high-quality and flavorful dishes that leave a...

  • Denver Mixers and Morsels

    At Denver Mixers and Morsels, we turn your occasion into an unforgettable culinary experience. Our passion lies in...Read more crafting delicious dishes and custom services to elevate your wedding with memories of amazing food and reliable friendly service for you and your guests. Located in the heart of...

  • A Thyme Savor Catering

    A Thyme Savor Catering is a wedding and special event caterer based in Wilmington, North Carolina for over 20 years. Our...Read more team can provide the fresh ideas, talent and creativity to make your wedding reception one you and your guests will remember for a lifetime.Services OfferedA Thyme Savor offers a...

  • Davoli's Catering

    Davoli’s Catering is a family-owned-and-operated wedding caterer based in Jacksonville, Florida. Established in 1970,...Read more Davoli and his team have been crafting customized menus for couples for over five decades. Whether you are throwing an intimate affair or a large, elegant wedding, Davoli’s Catering...

  • Brown Brothers Catering

    Brown Brothers Catering in Salt Lake City, Utah offers 5-star quality food and service that any couple will love. The...Read more company has won the WeddingWire Couples' Choice Award for the past five consecutive years. With customizable menus and a staff ready to listen to all your ideas, Brown Brothers...

  • ART Catering & Events

    ART Catering & Events is a caterer based out of Shallotte, North Carolina who serves all of Brunswick County, Myrtle...Read more Beach, and Wilmington. Andrew and Terry Bland would love to use their more than 25 years of experience to provide you with great tasting food for your special day. They will work with...

  • Royal Fig Catering

    Royal Fig Catering is a family-owned wedding catering business from Austin, Texas that specializes in fresh-off-the-farm...Read more foods. They are extremely passionate about finding the freshest ingredients from organic farms throughout central Texas. This award-winning catering team are highly skilled and...

  • Culinary Productions Inc.

    Culinary Productions Inc. is a wedding catering company located in Pensacola, FL and we have some hot news to share – in...Read more December 2023, we will be unveiling a brand-new event space in town! Owner Mike DeSorbo has been creating exquisite dining experiences for his cherished clients for over 25 years....

  • Cristina's Fine Mexican Restaurant

    Based in Flower Mound, Texas, Cristina's Fine Mexican Restaurant provides catering services for weddings. This...Read more family-owned restaurant specializes in traditional Mexican and Latin-American cuisine, and strives to celebrate their cultural roots through flavorsome dishes. They will work to give you...

How much does wedding catering cost?

Food and drink are a major part of the wedding experience (no one wants hangry guests!), so it’s no surprise that you’ll spend a big amount of your total budget on your wedding catering. The average wedding catering cost in the U.S. is about $4,000 with most couples spending between $1,800 to $7,000. Note that wedding catering prices do vary widely depending on your wedding’s location and many other factors, like guest count—but no matter where you’re getting married, delicious and plentiful food is essential to an amazing wedding reception experience.

  • $ 400 or less Lower range
  • $ 4,000 Average cost
  • $ 1,800 - $ 7,000 Most couples spend between
  • $ 13,000 or more Upper range

Costs displayed are based on spend from thousands of couples who recently reported pricing for this service within their WeddingWire review. Pricing varies based on factors including, but not limited to, vendor’s experience, level of expertise, event guest count, date, and geographic region.

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What is included in a wedding catering package?

Your wedding catering may be provided by your wedding venue, or you may want or need to hire an outside caterer. Reading a wedding catering contract can be a bit confusing, but in general, your wedding catering cost will be priced on a “per person” basis. A standard wedding catering package includes the following:
  • Food: The wedding food cost is the most obvious part of a wedding catering package. You’re paying for the actual food that your guests will eat during cocktail hour and the main meal. Whether it’s served plated or buffet style is up to you and your caterer.
  • Beverages: Your caterer will likely provide beverages, both alcoholic and not, for your big day.
  • Staffing: From your event manager to cooks, servers, bartenders, and more, there are lots of staffers that will go into making your wedding day a success. It’s important to work with your caterer to make sure that you have enough people on hand to ensure a smooth reception.
  • Rentals: Your caterer may also provide rentals, from tables to chairs, dishes to glassware, utensils, and more. Some venues provide these rentals, or you may need to hire a separate rentals company.
  • Additional fees: Caterers may charge additional costs and fees, including cake cutting fees, corkage fees, and more. Be sure to read your contract carefully—and ask questions—to make sure you understand your wedding catering cost.

What are the different ways to serve wedding reception food?

When determining your wedding food cost, a big factor will be how you’re planning on serving the meal. There are a few serving style options for weddings:
  • Plated: Otherwise known as a sit-down meal, your guests will be served their meal at their table by a member of the wait staff. There may be a single entrée option served or several entrée options, which your guests can either order in advance (usually on their RSVP card) or at the event. This is the most formal and traditional of wedding serving styles.
  • Buffet: For a more casual serving style, guests serve themselves from a buffet station. Fifty percent of couples choose a buffet-style reception.
  • Family-Style: Servers provide large platters of food to reception tables, and guests pass the trays around and serve themselves.
  • Cocktail-Style: A more modern service style, food is served via passed hors d’oeuvres and at stations. This allows guests to walk around, and mix and mingle during the reception instead of sitting at their tables.

What is the average wedding catering cost per person?

The average wedding catering cost per person varies depending on your wedding’s service style. For a plated meal, the average cost of wedding catering in the U.S. is $40 per person. For a buffet, the average is $27 per person.

Is a wedding reception buffet always the cheaper option?

Most of the time, a wedding reception buffet is indeed less expensive than a plated dinner. While you’ll pay less in staffing and rentals for a buffet-style meal, you’ll need more food since guests are serving themselves. To keep your buffet budget-friendly, avoid serving costly foods (shrimp, for example) buffet-style or have a staffer on hand to serve your guests from the buffet to keep the portions under control.

What is the average cost of alcohol for a wedding?

Alcohol can comprise a major part of your total wedding catering cost. In general, the average starting price in the U.S. for bar service at a wedding is $15 per person.

Wedding Catering Considerations

We all know that the most important part of your wedding is about celebrating your commitment to your significant other with your family and friends. But for some, having great food is a very very close second! Choosing the right wedding caterer is essential in making your wedding one to remember. Your caterer may have the biggest impact on your guests' experience of the day.

We all know that wedding food is a popular topic of conversation. Picking reliable and talented wedding caterer will give guests another reason to praise your magical day. Wedding catering is much more than preparing a meal, there must be in-depth understanding of the events of the day and the food's place in the grander scheme. The best wedding caterers will not only create a menu that will wow the taste buds, but also provide service that will help create a beautiful atmosphere and keep your party on track.

Wedding Catering Styles

Before getting too far into the search for your caterer, check with your venue about their policies. Some venues do not allow outside catering companies.

Here are some things to think about when starting your search.

First, consider the wedding catering style. There are four major catering styles and they include:

Plated Dinner: This is a more formal and traditional style. Each guest selects their meal (either at the event or in advance) and they are served individually. It is important to note this tends to be the priciest of the options because of extra staffing.

Buffet: This is a much more casual style. Guests can serve themselves while servers provide the food. This tends to be the least expensive of the styles and allows guests to choose their own portion sizes.

Family: In this style, servers provide trays of food to each table & guests pass them around the table, like a family dinner. This style is preferred for its inclusive and casual feel. Fair warning, it can be a bit messy.

Cocktail: This is a much more modern style of catering where food stations allow for guests to mix and mingle. The cocktail style allows for a wide variety of foods to be served and, if planned wisely, can save some money.

A few final words of advice, your food and venue theme don't necessarily need to match (i.e. beach wedding doesn't need to be all sea food), but that doesn't mean it can't if that is something you want. If possible, try to check ahead of time for guests' food allergies. You don't want to have someone with a peanut allergy eating food cooked in peanut oil.

Start the Search for the Perfect Wedding Caterer

When you're ready to start your search, select 'catering' on the drop down menu on the home page or under the 'vendors' tab at the top of the screen. Enter your wedding destination city and state, OR zip code, and see local caterers. It's an absolute necessity to read reviews on WeddingWire from real couples before making the final booking. Even talk to family and friends about catering services that they have used. Choosing your wedding caterer should be a fun experience where you let your creativity shine!

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