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  • Cowboy Chicken

    Cowboy Chicken is a catering company in Edmond, Oklahoma, that specializes in weddings, tastefully done. It might be a...Read more small, intimate affair, a wedding for the ages, or something in between. No matter what the big day holds, you want your guests to have a great time. And a big part of that—is the...

  • Simply Amazing Service Catering

    Simply Amazing Service Catering is a wedding catering company located in Tulsa, Oklahoma serving an 80 mile radius...Read more around Tulsa. CuisineOur catering team is capable of creating a diverse range of menus for prospective newlyweds to choose. We can create dishes from around the globe, from Cajun and...

  • Mountain Top Catering

    Located in Mountainburg, Arkansas, Mountain Top Catering is passionate about providing delicious meals for weddings and...Read more other special occasions. This company is owned by Sally and Fred Apperson, a husband-and-wife team with decades of experience in the catering industry. Inspired by your...

  • Goodies Catering

    With over 27 years of combined experience, GOODIES CATERING, LLC offers its services to couples getting married in the...Read more Tulsa, Oklahoma area. They believe that two of the most important elements are staying within a couple’s budget while providing exceptional service. They want their food to leave a...

  • Silver Dollar Catering

    Silver Dollar Catering is a fully licensed wedding catering company based out of Tulsa, Oklahoma. Owner Sharon Lyke and...Read more her team are excited to help couples plan a customized menu that reflects their personal tastes. They work hard to meet the culinary and financial needs of their clients while...

  • Ludger's Catering & Events

    Ludger's Catering & Events is a catering company located in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The team of talented chefs takes joy in...Read more serving couples as they celebrate their long-anticipated wedding day. Dedicated to providing exceptional service and high-quality dishes, the team will work diligently to create an...

  • Bubba's Roadhouse & Saloon

    Bubba’s Roadhouse & Saloon is a catering company based in Cape Coral, Florida. Specializing in traditional American...Read more barbecue and Southern cuisine, this business creates fresh, flavorful dishes. Owner Jay Johnson and his team are delighted to work with soon-to-be newlyweds to create their dream...

  • Caley's Catering and Events

    Caley’s Catering and Events is a catering company in Draper, Utah. Their wide range of food can be used for both fancy...Read more and casual events. Not only are they known for their meals, but are able to offer various other services, such as but are not limited to decor, rentals, tables, chairs, bartenind,...

  • Traditions Catering & Events

    Traditions Catering & Events in Chesapeake, Virginia offers multiple venues and catering services for weddings and other...Read more events. As a full-service catering company, you can choose to host your event at our venue or choose fulll service off premise catering at another venue of your preference. Both...

  • Debord Catering

    Debord Catering is a wedding and event caterer based in Moline, Illinois. With over 30 years in the industry, this...Read more business is known for its high-quality cuisine, varied menus, and excellent service. Whatever way you like to dine, these seasoned professionals will ensure your palate is satisfied...

  • Ultimate Caterer

    Ultimate Caterer is a full-service wedding catering company located in Marlboro, New Jersey. This dedicated team has...Read more provided exceptional catering services to the New Jersey and New York regions for over 35 years. Well known for their exquisite presentation and impeccable customer care, the team at...

  • 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...

  • Lone Peak Provisions

    Lone Peak Provisions is a family-owned and operated wedding catering company located in Bozeman, Montana. Owner Jeremy...Read more Chernock has been an executive chef for many years and is passionate about using fresh, local ingredients in his dishes. Services Offered Lone Peak Provisions offers a range of...

  • 39 West Catering

    Exceptional Catering for Truly Unforgettable Weddings Welcome to 39 West Catering, where your event catering dreams come...Read more to life. We provide flexible and full-service catering solutions, ensuring your guests enjoy an unforgettable culinary experience. Your Vision, Our Expertise:Perfectly...

  • 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...

  • Creative Catering of VA

    Creative Catering of VA is a wedding catering service based out of Chesapeake, Virginia. This team of highly skilled...Read more culinary professionals is dedicated to creating experiences by providing excellent food. Through five-star service, they create lasting impressions on their clients and provide each...

  • Plan it to the T - Catering & Event Planning

    SCHEDULE A FREE TASTING: https://www.planittothet.com/tasting Thanks for contacting Plan it to the T - Catering & Event...Read more Planning. www.PlanItToTheT.com WEDDING WIRE COUPLES CHOICE AWARD THE KNOT COUPLES CHOICE AWARE USE ANY OF OUR PREFERRED VENUES & RECEIVE 10% OFF (Certificate of Insurance, Liquor...

  • Morenos Catering

    Morenos Catering is a Carey, Ohio-based catering company specializing in unique dining experiences at wedding...Read more celebrations. With 20 years of industry experience, Chef Moreno, the owner of the business, loves whipping up delicious meals for his clients. This expert will go above and beyond to execute...

  • Naples Wedding Catering by Friscos

    Owned and operated by brothers, Naples Wedding Catering by Friscos is an excellent wedding catering service in Fort...Read more Myers, Florida. What gives this company a great reputation around the Fort Myers area is its 30 years of experience. This caterer offers expert advice when it comes to planning food...

  • Amazin’ Grazin’

    Serving weddings throughout the heart of central Kentucky, Amazin' Grazin' is a catering company located in Mount...Read more Sterling. The team has more than 20 years of experience in the restaurant and catering industry and looks forward to bringing your culinary vision to life. They are committed to ensuring...

  • City Kitchen

    City Kitchen is a wedding catering company based in Fort Worth, Texas. The dedicated chefs delight in providing...Read more delicious food at wedding events throughout the Dallas Fort Worth area. Their innovative menus are designed around your tastes and preferences, with an emphasis on flavor, freshness, and...

  • Above & Beyond Catering and Events

    Above & Beyond Catering and Events is a full-service wedding catering company based in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This...Read more well-established culinary team has been serving events and special occasions throughout West Michigan since 2002 and are passionate about their craft. Cuisine Above & Beyond Catering...

  • Salthouse Catering

    Salthouse Catering offers catering services for weddings and events in Charleston, South Carolina and the surrounding...Read more Lowcountry. We are about the marriage of mouthwatering ingredients, creativity, and exceptional service. We combine our professionalism and expertise to help each couple create their...

  • Rettew's Catering

    Rettew's Catering is a wedding catering company based in Manheim, Pennsylvania. This family-owned-and-operated business...Read more has been serving celebrations in Lancaster County and the surrounding region for over 30 years. Husband-and-wife team Steven Bushey and Jennifer Rettew Bushey are dedicated to...

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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