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Bread Garden Catering ensures freshness with every bite.

We know that entertaining doesn't have to be difficult. Think of it as a chance to express yourself, to make a lasting impression, to show your guests how important they are. And great impressions are easy when you order from us. Don't worry... we'll take care of everything.

From fresh homemade breads to appetizers and from entrees to beautifully created desserts; we have what you desire. And our experienced chefs, using only the freshest ingredients, prepare it all.

We are proud to be the only catering service that can offer the experience of three restaurants in the Iowa City area that have been thriving in the community for over 30 years! The Fresh Food Concepts Family of restaurants includes: Reunion Brewery, Joseph's Steakhouse, and The Bread Garden Market.

Whether it's a wedding reception, banquet, party, meeting or intimate gathering--all parties large and small deserve the freshest food. You and your guests will enjoy magnificent food, a stellar presentation and skillful, friendly service.

Talk with our Director of Catering today! Send an inquiry through WeddingWire.com or email us at catering@breadgardenmarket.com

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Frequently asked questions

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

$45

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

$40

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

$10

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

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

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$5

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

Bartender(s)
Limited Bar
Open Bar
House Beer
Specialty Beer
House Wine
Specialty Wine
Champagne Toast
House Liquor
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink

What catering services do you provide?

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

What types of cuisine do you cater?

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

What dietary needs can you accommodate?

Gluten Free
Lactose Free
Kosher
Organic
Vegan
Vegetarian

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Open Bar
Champagne Toast
Signature Drink
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Reviews of Bread Garden Market

5.0 out of 5 rating
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26 Reviews
100% recommend it
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    5 out of 5 rating
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    5 out of 5 rating
  • Professionalism
    5 out of 5 rating
  • Value
    5 out of 5 rating
  • Flexibility
    5 out of 5 rating
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Bread Garden is highly recommended as a wedding caterer based on multiple positive reviews. Customers praise the delicious food and excellent service provided by the company. The staff, particularly Christa, is noted for their prompt communication, attention to detail, and responsiveness to dietary restrictions. The planning process is described as smooth and easy, and guests were impressed with the presentation and efficiency of the buffet line. Overall, Bread Garden is praised for their exceptional service and delicious catering options for weddings.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

Bread Garden is highly recommended as a wedding caterer based on multiple positive reviews. Customers praise the delicious food and excellent service provided by the company. The staff, particularly Christa, is noted for their prompt communication, attention to detail, and responsiveness to dietary restrictions. The planning process is described as smooth and easy, and guests were impressed with the presentation and efficiency of the buffet line. Overall, Bread Garden is praised for their exceptional service and delicious catering options for weddings.

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Erin P. Sent on 08/02/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Best wedding caterers ever

If you’re thinking of using Bread Garden for catering, THIS IS YOUR SIGN!!! I hired them for my wedding, and it was the most delicious wedding food I’ve ever had, and a majority of our guest have told us the same. Not to mention their service, attention to detail and coordination with our venue exceeded all expectations.

They are also very careful and considerate when it came to providing delicious options for vegans, peanut allergies, gluten intolerances, and more

We loved working with Christa, who answered all of our questions quickly and in detail.
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Michelle P. Sent on 08/01/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Awesome service and wonderful food

Bread Garden catered our daughter’s wedding for 250 people on Saturday July 29. Their service was top notch and the food was excellent. Presentation and service on the buffet line was smooth, organized and timely.
The planning process ahead of the wedding was also smooth and easy. Christa was always responsive and helpful. We would recommend to anyone planning a wedding!
Mary
Mary T. Sent on 04/17/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Excellence in catering our daughter's cocktail hour at her wedding

Bread Garden was a dream come true for hiring a caterer for our daughter's wedding. We are not local, so the prompt communication and informative recommendations were a blessing. Even a last minute addition of an item for delivery was executed smoothly. The food and wine was exquisite. We were in Iowa City for a week and found ourselves eating and shopping at Bread Garden daily. Even if you are not in need of a caterer, please make time for a trip to Bread Garden. It's a treat!!!
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We love the food provided by Bread Garden and we love working with them as well! Professional staff and great food; what more could you want?!

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The Bread Garden Market Catering Director, Cara Viner; toured Whitetail Country Estates this week, and we were highly impressed with her presentation. She provided fabulous menu options, and proved to be very knowledgeable regarding catering to elite wedding venues.

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Bread Garden Market frequently asked questions

At Bread Garden Market, the cost of the full wedding catering service includes:
  • Delivery
  • Set Up
  • Clean Up
  • Cake
  • Cake Cutting
  • Dessert
  • Cocktail Reception
  • Server(s)
  • Tastings
  • Chairs
  • Tables
  • China
  • Linens
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
The bar service starting price at Bread Garden Market includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Limited Bar
  • Open Bar
  • House Beer
  • Specialty Beer
  • House Wine
  • Specialty Wine
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Liquor
  • Premium Liquor
  • Signature Drink
Bread Garden Market offers the following catering services for weddings:
  • Breakfast / Brunch
  • Buffet
  • Cake Cutting
  • Cocktail Reception
  • Hors d'oeuvres
  • Plated
  • Server(s)
  • Stations
  • Tastings
At Bread Garden Market, you can find the following types of cuisine:
  • American
  • BBQ
  • Caribbean
  • French
  • German
  • Indian
  • Italian
  • Latin American
  • Local
  • Mediterranean
  • Mexican
  • Middle Eastern
  • Seafood
  • Southern
  • Spanish
At Bread Garden Market, the following dietary needs can be accomodated:
  • Gluten Free
  • Lactose Free
  • Kosher
  • Organic
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian
Bread Garden Market provides the following bar and beverage services for wedding events:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Open Bar
  • Champagne Toast
  • Signature Drink
Bread Garden Market is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.

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