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  • Salt + Smoke

    Based out of Saint Louis, MO, Salt + Smoke is a wedding catering company. A team of talented chefs creates delicious...Read more dishes inspired by authentic American and traditional barbecue cuisine. High-quality food combines with excellent customer care to ensure that your evening reception is a memorable...

  • 53 Catering

    53 Catering is a Lindon, Utah-based company that provides delicious food for weddings in the area. This full-service...Read more catering company is dedicated to excellence to make your wedding meal an amazing one. Cuisine At 53 Catering, the team crafts gorgeous dishes that are equal parts delicious food 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...

  • Mason Dixon Bakery

    Mason Dixon Bakery is Huntsville, Alabama’s first gluten-free bakery. At the helm of this operation is Dr. Ashley...Read more Ramirez, who is passionate about serving food and smiles on your wedding day. Services Offered Using only the freshest and highest quality ingredients to make a variety of foods, Mason...

  • Brother John's Beer Bourbon & BBQ

    Brother John's Beer Bourbon & BBQ is a venue located in Tucson, Arizona. Specializing in delicious BBQ-style cuisine,...Read more this restaurant offers a warm, welcoming setting for wedding receptions and other events. The building dates back to 1977, and was originally an iconic dance club called Wildcat...

  • GCG Events - Jamaica

    GCG Events is a premium catering provider located in Jamaica. We have offices at Norman Manley and Sangster Int'l...Read more Airports, Jamaica capable of offering Islandwide wedding and event catering services. Our brand is far reaching and we also have teams that can work to offer catering from other...

  • MacDonald Farm

    MacDonald Farm is a wedding catering company based in Castroville, California. Michael MacDonald co-founded the business...Read more after developing an interest in farming while recovering from an accident. Working with professional chef Daniel, he strives to provide quality farm-to-table cuisine made with...

  • FOR THE LOVE OF FOOD & DRINK

    A unique wedding catering company in Wells, Maine, For The Love of Food & Drink provides couples with top-notch,...Read more professional service. This group strives to create special meals and menus for every couple they serve, as it is their passion to concoct the perfect recipes every time. In addition to...

  • 831 Catering

    831 Catering is a company providing great food for wedding parties in Monterey, California. The team offers menus...Read more defined by an eclectic mix of influences, from classic American barbecue dishes to California Coastal Menus. With the helpful team at their service, couples can plan whatever kind of...

  • PEJ Events

    PEJ Events is a full service caterer based out of Austin, TX that happily services those throughout the city, as well as...Read more Dripping Springs, Round Rock, Cedar Park, and Georgetown. Since launching in 2017, their skilled team has been dedicated to providing full-service catering solutions to their...

  • Swadley's Catering Co.

    Swadley's Catering Co. is a wedding catering service located in Oklahoma City, OK. As one of the largest full-service...Read more catering companies in the state, they strive to make your big day even more special. Having over 20 years of experience, they pride themselves on making every event special and...

  • Running Wild Catering

    Running Wild Catering is a wedding catering company based in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, just off of Route 66. Since 1997,...Read more co-owners Teresa Walters and Debbie Lowery have been servicing their region with high-quality food options that will fit your budget. These caterers and their team are dedicated to...

  • Concetta's Catering

    Located in Saint Charles, Missouri, Concetta's Catering offers wedding catering services in Missouri and Illinois. They...Read more make various American and Italian dishes, including custom menus for your wedding day. Other than delicious meals, they also provide bartending services and event...

  • Catering By Christine

    Catering by Christine offers comprehensive catering services from its Connecticut base and beyond, expertly...Read more accommodating weddings and various events in nearby locales. Their culinary experts craft distinctive and tantalizing dishes on-site with their mobile kitchens, guaranteeing top-tier freshness...

  • Heidi's Events and Catering

    We have been catering and planning events for over 30 years - WE KNOW WHAT MATTERS. Everyone wants a stress-free...Read more planning process for their wedding, and the Team at Heidi's Events & Catering will make that happen for you. As a full-service catering company, we can help you with as little or as much...

  • 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...

  • 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...

  • GingerBabies Catering LLC

    GingerBabies Catering LLC is a professional wedding catering company based in York, Pennsylvania, also serving...Read more Harrisburg, Central Pennsylvania, and all of Northern Maryland. This company works carefully with each couple to create a customized menu that brings their wedding vision to life. Services...

  • 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...

  • 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...

  • Above The Bar JA

    Exceeding Expectations at Above The Bar JA: An Exquisite Wedding Bar Service based in Montego Bay, Jamaica Elevating...Read more celebrations in Montego Bay, Jamaica, is Above The Bar JA, a premier wedding bar service situated in a league of its own. Crafted for those who seek an unmatched level of refinement,...

  • 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,...

  • 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...

  • Sharko's Catering

    Sharko’s Catering is a full-service catering company that services weddings and events throughout the Valley of the Sun...Read more and beyond. Family owned and operated Sharko's Catering takes great pride in creating delicious cuisine, as well as excellent customer service. From simple to elegant ... we will...

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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