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Foster's Clambakes and Catering

Up to 250 guests
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About

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Foster’s Clambakes and Catering is an event venue and full-service catering company located in York Harbor, Maine. Foster’s is famous for its clambakes, lobster, Maine cuisine and personal service. They offer indoor receptions, reheasal dinners and outdoor ceremonies at their venue. They are also partnered with several seacoast event venues and cater throughout New England.

Facilities and Capacity
Foster’s main function space whichcan host 75-250 guests, is a rustic space with stone fireplaces, surrounded by windows with access to outdoor cocktail space lit by bistro lighting with fire pit and space for outdoor games. There is a grassy outdoor ceremony or reception space that can hold ceremonies of all sizes or tented events for up to 400 guests. It sits beside a picturesque pond and includes large wooden ceremony arbor and bench seating. For more intimate weddings and rehearsal dinners the York Room can host 30-50 guests and has a modern barn style with opening to outdoor cocktail space with bistro lighting and fire pit.

Services Offered

  • Maine Lobster Bakes
  • BBQ
  • Customized Menus
  • Event Coordination
  • Full Bar
  • On-site Ceremony
  • On-site tables, chairs & linens
  • On-site china & flatware
  • Eco-friendly

Cuisine
Renowned for their authentic Maine lobster and clambakes, this venue is also a catering service and couples will not be limited on their choice for food. Foster’s lobster bakes are a wonderful experience to add to any New England wedding, but as a full-service caterer and event venue they offer a range of locally-sourced cuisine from smoked BBQ to more refined wedding menus and appetizers.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

$75

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

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

$75

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$4,500

What is the average catering price per person for stations?

$75

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

$20

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

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

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

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$300

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$20

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

Bartender(s)
Open Bar
House Beer
Specialty Beer
House Wine
Specialty Wine
House Liquor
Premium Liquor

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Lighting/Sound
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

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
BBQ
Local
Seafood

What dietary needs can you accommodate?

Gluten Free
Lactose Free
Kosher
Nut Free
Organic
Vegan
Vegetarian

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Open Bar
Champagne Toast
Signature Drink

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Dessert
Server(s)

Which of the following items can you provide?

Chairs
Tables

Which of the following items can you provide?

China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

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

Bartender(s)

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

35

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

2

Describe your venue:

Banquet Hall
Garden

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
Hors d'oeuvres
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

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

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Chairs
Lighting
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
July
August
September
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

April
November
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    Wedding reception 9/25/22

    Outstanding venue, food, and staff! Can't say enough good things about Fosters. They were simply amazing. A special thank you to Beth for going above and beyond To make our day so incredible and amazing!!
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    Highly Recommend

    We had our rehearsal dinner at Foster’s and I cannot express how pleased we are with our experience! Michelle and all of the staff at Foster’s were great to work with and made our event a breeze. All of our guests continue to rave about the food – lobsters, clam chowder, clams, mussels, ect (the works!). Everything was absolutely delicious and the venue was both beautiful and highly functional. We highly recommend Foster’s – we couldn’t have asked for a more perfect rehearsal dinner!
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    Delicious food and great service

    We were so pleased to have Foster's cater an off-site lobster bake for our wedding in Rye, NH. The lobster, sides, and appetizers were all delicious. We really wanted our guests to feel taken care of and make sure nobody was disappointed, and Foster's made that happen. The quality of food was excellent while the price was comparable or better than other caterers. Garrison was great to work with and flexible as we dealt with the challenges of planning and re-scheduling our wedding during the pandemic.
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
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Professional Network & Endorsements

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Maine to Boston Photo Booth Rental Maine to Boston Photo Booth Rental Photo Booths

I have provided several photo booths to events at Foster's Clambakes, including the Wedding of the Year in 2016. They were chosen for this honor above all others in the area for the reception site. The staff has always been helpful and friendly and the venue provides ample area for all your wedding needs. Of Course let's not forget their Downeast style lobster/clambakes! Simply the best.

Love Affair Love Affair Wedding Planners

We LOVE to work with Fosters, and do regularly throughout the season. We highly recommend them to clients. If we're pushed for time, their team, without hesitation (or us asking), has stepped up to help us out- not many caterers would do that! Not to mention, the food is always delicious!

Confection Art Confection Art Wedding Cakes

Foster's Clambake is the perfect place for a beautiful and rustic New England wedding! They are amazing to work with and make my cakes always look great! Thanks for letting me be a part of your fabulousness!

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Map

5 Axholme Road P.O. Box 486 York Harbor, ME, 03911
2073633255
800-552-0242
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