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Jonathan
Owner
10 years in business
Small team (2-10 members)
With over two decades of culinary experience, Executive Chef Jonathan Austin brings passion, precision, and purpose to every plate. As the founder of East Coast Catering & Events, Jonathan specializes in creating unforgettable dining experiences rooted in fresh, local ingredients, Southern flavor, and coastal flair.
Raised on the vibrant traditions of Americana cooking and trained in both fine dining and high-volume kitchens, Jonathan blends classic techniques with a creative, modern edge. Every menu is carefully curated, designed to reflect the season, the setting, and the unique story behind each event.
From elegant weddings to intimate dinners and high-profile corporate gatherings, East Coast Catering & Events serves clients who crave authentic flavor, personalized service, and true culinary craftsmanship. Jonathan’s mission is simple: to nourish people’s hearts through exceptional food and heartfelt hospitality.
“For me, food isn’t just about feeding people—it’s about connecting them. Every dish tells a story, and I want each client to feel like their story is worth celebrating"
FAQ
What is the average catering price per person for plated service?
$37.50
What is the average catering price per person for buffet service?
$27.50
What is the average catering price per person for stations?
$27.50
What is the average catering price per person for hors d'oeuvres?
$8.50
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
China
Linens
Flatware
Glassware
Chocolate Fountain
What is the starting price per person for bar service?
$6
Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?
Bartender(s)
What event services do you provide?
Delivery
Set Up
Clean Up
What catering services do you provide?
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
Greek
Indian
Italian
Latin American
Local
Mediterranean
Mexican
Seafood
Southern
Spanish
What dietary needs can you accommodate?
Gluten Free
Lactose Free
Kosher
Nut Free
Organic
Vegan
Vegetarian
What bar services do you provide?
Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
Signature Drink
Which of the following items can you provide?
Barware
China
Chocolate Fountain
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
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East Coast Catering & Events received rave reviews for their delicious American cuisine, especially the mac and cheese, eggrolls, steak, and Asian noodle box. Multiple reviewers praised the professional and attentive service, efficient chefs, and impeccable presentation of meals from appetizers to desserts. The team's responsiveness, customized menu creation, accommodating nature for changes, and inclusion of dietary restrictions were highlighted. Additionally, guests appreciated the Southern-inspired and fun coastal vibe menus, exceptional bar service, and top-notch professionalism that contributed to making weddings unforgettable and stress-free. Overall, the venue came highly recommended for flavorful food, efficient service, and a memorable culinary experience.
Jennifer Sent on 12/28/2025
5 out of 5 rating
Above & Beyond
We hired East Coast Catering & Events for our wedding, and we couldn’t be happier with the entire experience! From the very first conversation, their team was professional, attentive, and truly committed to bringing our vision to life. They took the time to understand our preferences, offered thoughtful suggestions, and created a customized menu that our guests are still raving about! The food was absolutely incredible — beautifully presented, flavorful, and cooked to perfection. Every dish, from the hor dourves to the main dishes, was a hit. You could tell everything was made with care and top-quality ingredients. Beyond the food, the service was exceptional. The staff was friendly, organized, and made sure everything ran smoothly. They handled every detail with such grace and professionalism, which really helped us relax and enjoy our big day. If you're looking for a catering company that delivers both amazing food and top-notch service, we wholeheartedly recommend Chef Jonathan & East Coast Catering & Events. They helped make our wedding truly unforgettable!
Katie Sent on 08/18/2025
5 out of 5 rating
Impressive & Accomodating
East Coast Catering & Events catered our wedding on May 31, 2025 and it was absolutely delicious! They worked with us on a custom menu and we did two rounds of taste tasting and they were more than accommodating for all of my knit picky changes! All of our guests absolutely loved the food and were a little surprised since wedding food can often be a tad unimpressive, but this truly felt like a meal in a restaurant. They also made us late snacks which everyone loved as well and were very accommodating of dietary restrictions. Their team were professional and easy to work with and we 1000% recommend them!
Sydney Sent on 05/29/2025
5 out of 5 rating
Coastal Vibes
We used East Coast Catering & Events The food was incredible, our guests are still talking about how good everything was. Since our wedding was in a Flordia, a Southern menu was a must for our wedding, fried chicken was such a hit. The bar was also a huge hit and the whole experience really captured that fun, laid-back Coastal vibe we were going for. Beyond the food, working with the East Coast Catering team (especially Chef Jonatahn!) was such a great experience. Jonathan was super responsive, easy to work with, and really helped us get to a proposal that worked within our budget without feeling like we had to give anything up. On wedding day, everything went off without a hitch — food and drinks were flowing and we felt totally taken care of. Would 100% recommend East Coast Catering & Events for any event…delicious food, awesome team, and all-around good vibes!
Skyler Sent on 05/26/2025
5 out of 5 rating
Fried Chicken Lovin!
We cannot recommend them enough! The food was incredible, our guests are still talking about how good everything. Our Southern inspired menu & the fried chicken were such a hit. The bar was also a huge hit and the whole experience really captured that fun, laid-back coastal vibe we were going for. Beyond the food, working with the East Coast Catering team (especially Chef Jonathan!) was such a great experience. Jonathan was super responsive, easy to work with, and really helped us get to a proposal that worked within our budget without feeling like we had to give anything up. On wedding day, everything went off without a hitch — food and drinks were flowing and we felt totally taken care of. Would 100% recommend East Coast Catering & Events for any event…delicious food, awesome team, and all-around good vibes!
Jasmine Sent on 12/26/2024
5 out of 5 rating
BBQ Fantastic!
East Coast Catering and Events was fantastic! Working with them was a breeze - they are very organized and worked with us to design our wedding day food. The private tasting was a great experience. The food was delicious! And on the wedding day, everything not only tasted amazing, but Chef Jonathan made sure everything looked perfect as well. They even saved some of the appetizers (and kept them warm!) for us after the ceremony.
Katie Sent on 12/18/2024
5 out of 5 rating
Seamless service
Hiring East Coast Catering & Events for our wedding was such an incredible decision! Chef Jonathan and the team were so kind and professional. Our guests had only wonderful things to say about the DELICIOUS food. When it rained during our cocktail hour, Jonathan and his team were flexible and professional- they worked quickly to make sure our guests were happy and that the party could continue. We are so grateful to Chef Jonathan and his team! Highly recommend!
Eric Sent on 12/12/2024
5 out of 5 rating
Vegan Delight
Chef Jonathan did an awesome vegan dinner with passed apps. It was so delicious that not one of our non-vegan guests had anything negative to say about it. I still dream about the salad dressing.
Truly fantastic, got tons of compliments, price was much better than other quotes we had. We had a lot of fun at our tasting too. Thanks, Chef!
Truly fantastic, got tons of compliments, price was much better than other quotes we had. We had a lot of fun at our tasting too. Thanks, Chef!
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East Coast Catering & Events frequently asked questions
At East Coast Catering & Events, the cost of the full wedding catering service includes:
- Delivery
- Set Up
- Clean Up
- Cake
- Cake Cutting
- Dessert
- Cocktail Reception
- Server(s)
- Tastings
- China
- Linens
- Flatware
- Glassware
- Chocolate Fountain
The bar service starting price at East Coast Catering & Events includes:
- Bartender(s)
East Coast Catering & Events offers the following event services for weddings:
- Delivery
- Set Up
- Clean Up
East Coast Catering & Events offers the following catering services for weddings:
- Buffet
- Cake Cutting
- Cocktail Reception
- Custom Menu
- Hors d'oeuvres
- Plated
- Server(s)
- Stations
- Tastings
At East Coast Catering & Events, you can find the following types of cuisine:
- American
- Asian
- BBQ
- Caribbean
- French
- German
- Greek
- Indian
- Italian
- Latin American
- Local
- Mediterranean
- Mexican
- Seafood
- Southern
- Spanish
At East Coast Catering & Events, the following dietary needs can be accomodated:
- Gluten Free
- Lactose Free
- Kosher
- Nut Free
- Organic
- Vegan
- Vegetarian
East Coast Catering & Events provides the following bar and beverage services for wedding events:
- Bartender(s)
- Champagne Toast
- Signature Drink
To cater to all tastes, East Coast Catering & Events offers the following food and beverage items:
- Barware
- China
- Chocolate Fountain
- Flatware
- Glassware
- Linens
East Coast Catering & Events is recommended by 94% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.7 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.8 in flexibility, 4.7 in quality of service, 4.7 in value, 4.6 in average response time and 4.6 in professionalism.