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  • Alpha Pitt Smokers

    Alpha Pitt Smokers is a catering business based in Williamsburg, Virginia that provides quality, delicious, and freshly...Read more prepared all-American cuisine. Couples hosting a barnyard, backyard, or outdoor wedding of any kind can turn to Alpha Pitt Smokers for high-quality catering service with a...

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    $3,000 starting price
  • Bakers Crust

    Bakers Crust is a premier wedding catering company based in Hampton Roads, VA. This artisan kitchen focuses on delicious...Read more and fresh farm-to-plate cuisine, and will create a custom menu to match your unique tastes and preferences on your big day. Before you say, "I do," meet with Bakers Crust and...

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    $3,000 starting price
  • Chef by Design

    Chef by Design Catering Co. is a full-service wedding catering business in Norfolk, Virginia. With over 15 years of...Read more experience, this culinary team takes pride in offering exceptional customer service for weddings and other events. From delicate hors d'oeuvres to elegant banquets, they are here to...

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    $18 starting price
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  • Groovin' Gourmets - Hampton Roads

    Award-winning full service caterer regarded as Coastal Virginia’s Premier Caterer for completely custom menus for each...Read more unique client. Since 1981 we have been committed to cultivating community through food, and it is because of this commitment that we have created some of the most awe-inspiring...

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    $45 starting price
  • Pungo Boys BBQ

    Pungo Boys BBQ is a wedding catering company that brings authentic, family-owned barbecue flair to celebrations in...Read more Virginia Beach, Virginia, and surrounding areas. Renowned for smoking meats low and slow for 16 hours, the team ensures every guest enjoys tender, smoky brisket, pulled pork, and savory...

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  • Sweetwater Cuisine

    Sweetwater Cuisine is a wedding catering team based in Virginia Beach, Virginia, that can help you design an...Read more unforgettable dining experience for guests. The business was founded by Jodi Moore and Kelly Burns, two passionate cooks who grew up in the small town of Bogue Chitto. At a very early stage,...

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  • Bay Local Eatery

    Located in Virginia Beach, Virginia, Bay Local Eatery is a charming restaurant that provides catering services for...Read more weddings and events. The team here takes advantage of everything that the shores of the surrounding Chesapeake Bay have to offer. From hand-picked crab meat to collard greens and kale...

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  • Sate Kitchen

    Found in the heart of downtown Newport News, Virginia, Sate Kitchen is an exceptional restaurant and catering company...Read more hosting wedding showers and rehearsal dinners. Award-winning Chef Kyle Fowlkes provides unique American tastes and dining experiences to delight the taste buds. Chef Kyle's...

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  • The Twisted-Fork

    ABOUT THE TWISTED-FORK CATERING CO. The Twisted Fork is a small, local, award-winning, full-service catering company...Read more located in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Our goal is to work closely with you to create a custom menu that will not only please your guests' palates but also be beautiful to the eye. We...

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    $30 starting price
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  • The Full Table

    We are Mads and Tay of The Full Table, a family-owned small wedding catering business in Hampton Roads, Virginia, that...Read more loves the art of hosting, serving, and gathering with others. The heart behind The Full Table is to create a display of foods that isn't just beautiful and delicious, but is a point...

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    $2,000 starting price
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  • The Hound's Tale Kitchen

    The Hound's Tale Kitchen is a wedding rehearsal dinner and private dining venue located in Williamsburg, Virginia. This...Read more warm and inviting space makes a unique backdrop for your special celebration, offering private event space and custom catering. Facilities and Capacity Whatever the vision you have...

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  • Traditions Catering & Events

    "We are a full service catering company that offers our comprehensive Event & Menu Design at many beautiful locations &...Read more venues" We travel to Williamsburg and the surrounding areas, all of Hampton ​Roads and Southside Coastal Virginia; even to parts of the Eastern Shore or Outer Banks of North...

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    $6,700 starting price
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  • Outer Banks Boil Company

    Outer Banks Boil Company specializes in catering Signature Seafood Boils in the Hampton Roads Area and beyond! Not only...Read more do we provide a fresh and delicious meal, but also a unique, alternative dining experience that captures a lifelong memory with family and friends. Through our food, our goal is to...

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    $450 starting price
  • Yummy Goodness Catering Co.

    Yummy Goodness Catering Company is a full-service catering company and local small business based in Virginia Beach,...Read more Virginia. They service all of the Coastal Virginia area, including the Eastern Shore. This service-focused business, which is woman-owned and operated, is all about fresh, local...

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  • Goodrich Gourmet Catering Virginia Beach

    Goodrich Gourmet Catering Virginia Beach is a wedding catering company located in Virginia Beach, Virginia. The...Read more dedicated culinary team prides itself on delivering an array of cuisine options using high-quality products, including vegan and vegetarian options. With premises located in both Virginia...

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  • 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...

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    $75 starting price
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  • The Venue at Cahoon

    The Venue at Cahoon is a wedding venue located in Chesapeake, Virginia. Situated at the former Cahoon Golf Course, the...Read more establishment offers a classic, elegant setting for milestone celebrations of all types and sizes. Facilities and Capacity The Venue at Cahoon can comfortably accommodate intimate...

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    $900 starting price
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  • Catering Concepts,Inc

    Catering Concepts, Inc. is a wedding catering company based in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Operated by husband-and-wife...Read more duo, Eddy and Susan Byrne, since 1993, the company provides catering services for weddings throughout the Hampton Roads metropolitan area. The team personalizes menus based on the...

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    $9,500 starting price
  • Omar's Carriage House

    We would like to extend our congratulations on visiting our storefront and thank you for considering Omar's Carriage...Read more House Catering for your upcoming event. Our esteemed catering company takes pride in offering full service catering, as well as drop off and delivery options, to ensure that your...

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    $20 starting price
  • Mermaid Catering

    Mermaid Catering is a full-service wedding catering company based in Virginia Beach, Virginia, that has won Coastal...Read more Virginia's Best Caterer 6 years in a row! Chef and owner Julie Aubrey has over 15 years of experience in the hospitality industry and has garnered a reputation as a trusted,...

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    $18 starting price
  • Get Lost Shave ICe

    Get Lost Shave Ice is a unique wedding dessert catering company in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Operating out of a colorful...Read more food truck, the team serves Hawaiian shaved ice as a vibrant and refreshing treat for you and your guests. The Get Lost catering truck is ideal for outdoor celebrations. It...

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    $750 starting price
  • Farm to Fork Restaurant

    Farm To Fork is a full-service wedding catering company based in Emporia, Virginia, with a stellar 18-year reputation...Read more for providing high-quality services. Our dedicated team, led by Chefs Marcus and Monderray, is committed to bringing your vision to life, whether you're planning an intimate...

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    $50 starting price
  • Creative Cuisines

    Located in Williamsburg, Virginia, Creative Cuisines is a full-service catering company with services ranging from...Read more intimate seated dinners to weddings and grand occasions for 250. They are dedicated to providing couples and guests with a beautiful, memorable experience, made possible with their...

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  • Catherine's Catering Service

    Catherine’s Catering Service is a wedding catering company based out of Virginia Beach, Virginia that serves all of the...Read more Hampton Roads, including Norfolk, Chesapeake, Newport News, and more. Owner and French-trained chef Catherine specializes in catering smaller events of 125 guests or fewer. This...

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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.

  • $ 825 or less Lower range
  • $ 6,300 Average cost
  • $ 3,000 - $ 8,250 Most couples spend between
  • $ 14,000 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.

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.

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