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Catering by the Family provides a premium wedding service based in Tampa Bay, Florida. With over forty years of catering expertise, the award-winning company wants to make the happy couple feel like part of their family by delivering a memorable and high-quality dining experience. Boasting an impressive culinary team, Catering by the Family regularly creates several gourmet menus with exquisite taste and presentation in mind. Not only are wedding menus made to meet individual needs, but the caterers also strive to provide a unique service that meets budget expectations while reflecting the couple's personal tastes. As one of the largest full-service caterers in the region, Catering for the Family will do its utmost to provide couples with a professional and distinguished catering experience.

Cuisine

The professional catering staff is committed to providing a chef-driven service that can be adapted for any size guest list. Catering by the Family offers a wide range of buffet and plated-style meals, hors d'oeuvres, brunch, barbeque, and vegetarian options. The company has an extensive range of food options, from carved honey-baked ham to braised short ribs. Couples can meet with chefs to sample the cuisine, select dining options, and discuss their expectations ahead of their big day. In addition, the company will also provide chairs, tables, linens, and bar service on request.

What You'll Love About Catering by the Family

Catering by the Family is the perfect choice for your long-awaited celebration. In addition to providing exquisite flavors and top-notch customer service, they have acquired countless reviews and rewards for their catering services. This way, you can be confident they'll elevate your dining experience on the most important day of your life!

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FAQ

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

$42

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

$35

What is the average catering price per person for stations?

$40

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

$30

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

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

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$12

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

Open Bar
House Beer
House Wine
House Liquor

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
Italian
Latin American
Local
Mediterranean
Mexican
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

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Reviews of Catering by the Family

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Catering by the Family received glowing reviews for their exceptional service and delicious food offerings. The staff, particularly Sandy and other team members, were praised for their professionalism, helpfulness, and flexibility throughout the planning process and on the wedding day. Guests appreciated the affordable pricing, personalized experiences, and the attentiveness of the servers. Many reviewers highlighted the fantastic food selection, the accommodating staff, and the seamless execution of the events, making Catering by the Family a highly recommended choice for weddings and other special occasions.

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Catering by the Family received glowing reviews for their exceptional service and delicious food offerings. The staff, particularly Sandy and other team members, were praised for their professionalism, helpfulness, and flexibility throughout the planning process and on the wedding day. Guests appreciated the affordable pricing, personalized experiences, and the attentiveness of the servers. Many reviewers highlighted the fantastic food selection, the accommodating staff, and the seamless execution of the events, making Catering by the Family a highly recommended choice for weddings and other special occasions.

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Brian Sent on 01/08/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent experience

We were fortunate to end up having hired Catering by the Family for our wedding. Sandy was a delight to work with from the initial consultation, to the tasting, to the menu planning, and even serving us personally day of the wedding. She personally made sure we were well fed on our special day, which was greatly appreciated, since many of our friends/family said "you barely get to eat a slice of your own cake." Our guests raved about the quality of the food, and especially loved the flambé donut station. I'd highly recommend you consider Catering by the Family for your wedding catering.
Sophia
Sophia Sent on 03/26/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Best caterers in Tampa Bay!

The food was phenomenal, everyone kept mentioning how delicious everything was. One of the employees found the earring that I was wearing on the ground (which was the same earrings my late grandmother wore to her wedding) which had fallen off without me even noticing. Bless you!!!!
Nicole
Nicole Sent on 01/21/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Better than I could have imagined

The food was amazing! The price was very affordable and the staff did an amazing job. The servers went above and beyond. We brought stuff to have a charcuterie board that my bridesmaids were going to set up and Catering by the Family set it up for them. I have used them for company catering as well. It was great to have a food tasing for 4 people and they bring to go boxes for the leftovers.
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2022 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2021 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner
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I work with Catering by the Family and can always count on them for excellent service and quality food, with a great experience from first-inquiry to day-of event. One example was a recent wedding that was truly awesome! Catering Captain Mike and the whole team did an incredible job!! Chef Stevie prepared food that was THE BEST I've ever tasted, and did an amazing job getting all the food out quickly, and it was presented beautifully and it was HOT! I told Mike his team did an excellent job getting all the plates down to the tables so quickly (we kept the timeline with no issues) and he also took care of every special meal and dietary restriction without issue. Seriously FANTASTIC JOB!! I recommend Catering by the Family again and again with out hesitation!

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Catering by the Family frequently asked questions

At Catering by the Family, the cost of the full wedding catering service includes:
  • Delivery
  • Set Up
  • Clean Up
  • Cake Cutting
  • Cocktail Reception
  • Server(s)
  • Tastings
  • China
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
The bar service starting price at Catering by the Family includes:
  • Open Bar
  • House Beer
  • House Wine
  • House Liquor
Catering by the Family offers the following event services for weddings:
  • Delivery
  • Set Up
  • Clean Up
Catering by the Family 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 Catering by the Family, you can find the following types of cuisine:
  • American
  • Asian
  • BBQ
  • Caribbean
  • French
  • German
  • Italian
  • Latin American
  • Local
  • Mediterranean
  • Mexican
  • Seafood
  • Southern
  • Spanish
At Catering by the Family, the following dietary needs can be accomodated:
  • Gluten Free
  • Lactose Free
  • Nut Free
  • Organic
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian
Catering by the Family provides the following bar and beverage services for wedding events:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Open Bar
  • Champagne Toast
  • Signature Drink
To cater to all tastes, Catering by the Family offers the following food and beverage items:
  • Barware
  • China
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
Catering by the Family is recommended by 96% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.8 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.8 in quality of service, 4.8 in flexibility, 4.8 in professionalism, 4.8 in value and 4.7 in average response time.

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