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Hank’s Grille & Bar is a wedding catering company based in McGaheysville, Virginia.

Are you marrying someone who gives you the same feeling you get when you see your food coming to your table at a restaurant? If the answer is ‘yes,’ then, well, you seem to like food a whole lot, which makes us the perfect caterer for your Best Day Ever!

With over 20 years of experience in the catering business, we can provide you and your guests with exceptional service and high-quality menu items that are sure to please. Our team of expert caterers are led by a team of employees that are Wedding MBA trained. So, if there’s anything we know how to cater, it’s the perfect wedding!

We use raw ingredients to make everything from scratch at our McGaheysville location and have served at well over 50 different venues surrounding the Shenandoah Valley, VA. Our smoked meats are smoked on-site at our restaurant by a trained pitmaster, and our award-winning pork BBQ is pulled at your venue to ensure its freshness. We even provide an action station with a live caterer slicing smoked meats at your buffet table for no additional cost. And if it’s local ingredients you’re interested in or fare from a far-away land, our full-service restaurant is available for you to come and taste items 7 days a week. Our recipes are tried and true, but no request is out of the ordinary with us! If you can dream it up, our chef will create a meal designed specifically for you.

We also have an inventory of barware, china, glassware, flatware, and linens couples can use, which can be delivered and set up along with the main catering menu. We will also package, label, and communicate the location of your leftovers.

Breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, dessert, and hors d’oeuvres can all be accommodated by us! We are always dedicated to the customer and invite couples to design their own menu, as well as allow them to bring in their own cake and/or alcohol. Possible serving styles include buffet, plated, and stations. Our catering team excels at cooking comfort food, but we can make anything your heart desires! We have a full bakery and a plethora of recipes that are chef-driven and made from scratch.

Our food is designed to provide a complete experience for those enjoying the fare. In addition to delicious food, our packages won’t empty your pockets. We are proud to also offer eco-friendly service ware! Special menu items for vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, and nut-free guests are available.

What You’ll Love About Hank’s Grille & Bar

Couples love Hank’s Grille & Bar! Even people who didn’t initially consider barbecue are glad they went with Hank’s! They offer a wide range of delicious options, and their team is nothing short of phenomenal! Check out the many glowing reviews by couples who are delighted they chose to make Hank’s Grille & Bar part of their special day!

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Frequently asked questions

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

$45.99

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

$24.99

What is the average catering price per person for stations?

$21

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

$4

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

Set Up
Cake Cutting
Cocktail Reception
Server(s)
Tastings
Linens

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)
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine
Signature Drink

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?

African
American
Asian
BBQ
Caribbean
German
Greek
Indian
Italian
Latin American
Local
Mediterranean
Mexican
Middle Eastern
Seafood
Southern

What dietary needs can you accommodate?

Gluten Free
Nut Free
Organic
Vegan
Vegetarian

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Signature Drink

Which of the following items can you provide?

Tables

Which of the following items can you provide?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

Reviews of Hank's Grille & Bar

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Hank's catering received glowing reviews for their wedding services, with multiple reviewers raving about the delicious food, professional staff, and seamless planning process. Customers appreciated the flexibility in customizing menu options, from cocktail hour appetizers to buffet selections, such as pulled pork and mac n cheese. The affordability, variety of offerings, accommodating nature for dietary needs, and inclusion of place settings and cutlery were highlighted as standout features, making Hank's a highly recommended option for couples seeking quality catering for their special day.

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Hank's catering received glowing reviews for their wedding services, with multiple reviewers raving about the delicious food, professional staff, and seamless planning process. Customers appreciated the flexibility in customizing menu options, from cocktail hour appetizers to buffet selections, such as pulled pork and mac n cheese. The affordability, variety of offerings, accommodating nature for dietary needs, and inclusion of place settings and cutlery were highlighted as standout features, making Hank's a highly recommended option for couples seeking quality catering for their special day.

Melody
Melody Sent on 05/12/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing for our Wedding!

Hank’s catered my wedding on May 2nd, and we couldn’t have been happier! The planning process was seamless thanks to Sabrina, the catering crew was punctual and professional, and best of all, the food was absolutely delicious! They were very flexible when we wanted to edit the cocktail hour appetizers, and it worked out perfectly. We did the buffet, and everything was a hit (the pulled pork and mac n cheese was my favorite). I would definitely recommend them to anyone looking to have the yummiest (and reasonably priced) food at their wedding!
Camryn
Camryn Sent on 11/14/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Hank's catered my wedding in August and did a Fantastic job!

Hanks catered our wedding in August and everything was absolutely perfect! All Hanks staff was very professional and did a great job. The food was AMAZING! We had around 300 people attend and still to this day I have people telling me how amazing the food was. They went above and beyond to make our day perfect! I highly recommend Hank's for anyones catering needs!
Tori
Tori Sent on 05/28/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Phenomenal Food, Options, and Service!

Hank's was absolutely phenomenal in every way, and we were ecstatic to get to choose a great local option! Their food is delicious, and the tasting experience was amazing. There are so many different options and tiers, so you're really able to choose a selection and pallet that suits your needs, preferences, and dietary needs. They have great cocktail hour options, whether you want a cheese & fruit platter or something more extensive and fancy. They also have bartenders you can use to either serve drinks you buy or ones they provide, depending on your need. There are options for limited-quantity vegetarian/vegan meals if only a sub-portion of your guests require that. And you can also rent plates/cutlery directly through them. And finally, they're so easy to work with and very clear about exactly what you're getting and will suggest changes based on your needs, your budget, or other factors. We knew we wanted our catering to be a highlight of the wedding, and it was!
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Carrie Sent on 12/16/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely delicious and professional service

Hank's BBQ catered our wedding for 80 people in a barn venue and they were incredible. The food was amazing and we and our guests were stuffed. We had whiskey BBQ chicken, pulled pork, loaded baked potato salad (a must), mac and cheese, rolls, and salad and there are BBQ portobello mushrooms by the pan for vegetarians. We were very impressed with the professionalism of the catering staff the day of the wedding (servers to clear, manage, the buffet, and a for-hire bartender). Sabrina, the catering manager, was very easy to work with.

It was very affordable for 80 people. BUDGET HACK: they include place settings, cups, and dessert settings FOR FREE and an option is bamboo was very sturdy for the mountain of BBQ your guests are about to eat and looked great in photos. This is a steal of a deal!
Samantha
Samantha Sent on 11/06/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Hank's is amazing!

Going into wedding planning, the only food I knew I didn't want was BBQ, so I overlooked Hank's initially. I was getting so frustrated with the pricing options that I was REALLY close to just getting sandwich platters from a local deli. Then our baker, Buttercream Dreams, actually recommended Hank's - their pricing is super reasonable, especially with the crazy wedding markups, and they have more than just BBQ. We did a tasting, and it was lovely - the food was all amazing, and they sat down with us and listened to our needs. Very accommodating for allergies and diet restrictions. They have options for plated dinners, buffet, and food truck - we did the buffet! It also included a cheese and veggie platter and drink station. We used their bartender as well, though we provided the alcohol, and they were great at following the instructions for the specialty drinks my husband came up with. On the day of, they were timely, set up and broke down quickly (they were very familiar with the venue, a huge plus). The catering staff were SO nice to us - I didn't realize how important that would be but they went out of their way to be just kind human beings and that made the night even more perfect. They even made sure we got the cherry preserves on our cake slices that we wanted, and that they were on the right cake flavors! Which is a truly random request. We will definitely be stopping by their restaurant again in the future! We got so much for the price and cannot recommend them more.
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Rebecca Sent on 09/16/2022
5 out of 5 rating

A great experience in every aspect!

Hank's catered our wedding in June 2022, and we could not have been happier with that decision! Sabrina was extremely helpful the whole way through, and working with her made everything food related go so smoothly. We purchased their bar package as well and couldn't have been more happy with how seems everything worked with the food and drink. We received so many complements from guests about how good the food was, and the amazing service staff was so kind and professional. Definitely a top-tier catering company!
J
Jacob Sent on 08/01/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Great BBQ and vegetarian options

Hank's catered our Stanley, VA wedding and was great from start to finish. They answered our many questions on building the menu that fit our event. They put together a delicious tasting and were honest with us when we had gotten a bit over ambitious with the amount of food. And they accommodated a late night snack and having staff stay to clean up. The food was absolutely delicious and got rave reviews from the attendees. In particular, we were very happy with the vegetarian jambalaya, one of a number of great vegetarian options from this BBQ joint. The pork was also delicious, the sides were great, and the bar package was affordable and fun to put together. Would highly recommend them for your wedding!
Lauren
Lauren Sent on 01/17/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Delicious food. Great to work with

Hanks was so delicious and so easy to work with. We had to change our date a few times due to COVID, and Sabrina was so accommodating and kind. The food was delicious and even our professional chef friends were impressed. The staff was professional, timely, and helpful. We would highly recommend Hanks for your big day!
Amber
Amber Sent on 11/17/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Best BBQ Hand's Down!

Hank's is not only wonderful to work with, but the food is absolutely to die for. We still get comments about how amazing the food was, especially the brisket. You want to keep your guests well fed and Hank's is the best to do it. Sabrina was super easy to communicate with and we never had to worry about her getting back to us. Everything was quick and seamless. They offered us a wide range of food for anyone with an allergy and they even let us come do the tasting before we signed the contract which clearly sealed the deal. We also needed to find a bartender and Hank's was happy let us use a bartender for our venue as well. So overall, food is tasty, easy to work with, and very affordable for a wedding. They do it all!
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Jane Sent on 10/13/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Outstanding Wedding Caterer!

Hank’s catered our daughter’s wedding in Harrisonburg, VA in late September, 2021. They were a pleasure to work with, provided delicious food and worked well with other vendors to make everything run smoothly. Both the appetizers and the dinner buffet were displayed attractively and many guests commented that they thought the food was excellent! Hank’s also provided bartending and the bartender was great! We highly recommend Hank’s!
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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 2018 Winner

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Hank's Grille & Bar frequently asked questions

At Hank's Grille & Bar, the cost of the full wedding catering service includes:
  • Set Up
  • Cake Cutting
  • Cocktail Reception
  • Server(s)
  • Tastings
  • Linens
The bar service starting price at Hank's Grille & Bar includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Specialty Beer
  • Specialty Wine
  • Signature Drink
Hank's Grille & Bar offers the following event services for weddings:
  • Delivery
  • Set Up
  • Clean Up
Hank's Grille & Bar 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 Hank's Grille & Bar, you can find the following types of cuisine:
  • African
  • American
  • Asian
  • BBQ
  • Caribbean
  • German
  • Greek
  • Indian
  • Italian
  • Latin American
  • Local
  • Mediterranean
  • Mexican
  • Middle Eastern
  • Seafood
  • Southern
At Hank's Grille & Bar, the following dietary needs can be accomodated:
  • Gluten Free
  • Nut Free
  • Organic
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian
Hank's Grille & Bar provides the following bar and beverage services for wedding events:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Signature Drink
To cater to all tastes, Hank's Grille & Bar offers the following food and beverage items:
  • Barware
  • China
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
Hank's Grille & Bar is recommended by 98% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in flexibility, 4.9 in professionalism, 4.9 in value and 4.8 in average response time.
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