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Helga’s Caterers is a professional, family-owned catering company in Northern Virginia. They have been providing fine dining services and creating memorable experiences for celebrations in the Washington, D.C. area for over 40 years. Helga’s Caterers specializes in full-service catering and event planning to make your day extraordinary.

Services Offered
Helga’s Caterers has it all when it comes to catering and event planning. They offer over 50 event sites for you to select from within the Washington, D.C, Maryland, and Virginia areas. Whether it is your bridal shower, bridal luncheon, rehearsal dinner or wedding reception, Helga’s Caterers will make your day unforgettable.

Cuisine
Helga’s Caterers is able to please any crowd with their plethora of menu options and serving styles. Helga’s Caterers will fit their serving style to your favor whether you prefer plated, family style, or anything in between. No matter which style you decide, Helga’s team will take care of the delivery, setup and cleanup services. Helga’s Caterers provides a variety of cuisine types, including but not limited to:

  • American
  • Cajun
  • Latin American
  • Mexican
  • Seafood
  • Southwestern
  • BBQ
  • Caribbean
  • Italian
  • Mediterranean
  • Southern
  • Spanish


Other Services
In addition to full-service catering, Helga’s Caterers can provide additional amenities, from your dream wedding cake to beautiful flower arrangements. Whether you are planning a smaller intimate gathering, or an extravagant celebration, Helga’s Catering will provide:

  • Tables
  • Tents
  • Chairs
  • Tableware and linens
  • Custom menu
  • Cake cutting
  • Bar services
  • Chocolate fountain
  • Entertainment

Pricing information

$1,000 starting price
$8,000
Average price

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FAQ

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

$100

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

$75

What is the average catering price per person for stations?

$50

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

$10

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
Chairs
Tables
China
Linens
Flatware
Glassware
Chocolate Fountain

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$25

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

Bartender(s)
Limited Bar

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
BBQ
Caribbean
French
German
Greek
Italian
Latin American
Mediterranean
Mexican
Seafood
Southern
Spanish

What dietary needs can you accommodate?

Gluten Free
Lactose Free
Nut Free
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
Chocolate Fountain
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

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Reviews of Helga's Caterers

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Helga's Caterers received glowing reviews for their exceptional service, delicious food, and professional staff. Reviewers highlighted the helpfulness and communication of Michael and his team throughout the planning process, even in challenging situations like last-minute venue changes due to inclement weather. The attention to detail, flexibility in accommodating dietary restrictions, and beautifully presented food were praised by many guests, making Helga's highly recommended for weddings and special occasions.

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Helga's Caterers received glowing reviews for their exceptional service, delicious food, and professional staff. Reviewers highlighted the helpfulness and communication of Michael and his team throughout the planning process, even in challenging situations like last-minute venue changes due to inclement weather. The attention to detail, flexibility in accommodating dietary restrictions, and beautifully presented food were praised by many guests, making Helga's highly recommended for weddings and special occasions.

kellymccabe
Kelly Sent on 07/02/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Five Stars (out of 5)!

Our outdoor wedding for 180 was absolutely spectacular. Working with Michael (the owner) was a joy every step of the way. The food was at the Chez Francoise level, and the service was amazing. I just can't rave enough about our experience with Helga's. All our guests commented about how warm and helpful the staff was during our Reception. A total home-run!
Sean
Sean Sent on 06/05/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Fantastic food, easy to work with. What else do you need?

Helga's catered our wedding in Middleburg last week. Throughout the entire process, they were helpful, communicative, and easy to work with. We had a lot of vegetarians and other dietary restrictions and they came up with an excellent, delicious, and affordable menu that had options for everyone. They helped us with the layout of the venue and even recommended a day of coordinator who was great too. At the event things went smoothly. All staff was polite and friendly - and seemed to be having fun themselves. We highly recommend Helgas and appreciate their help in getting our special day together!
Elizabeth
Elizabeth Sent on 10/22/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely amazing!

My husband & I thoroughly enjoyed our whole experience with Helga’s from the start of the planning process to the wedding weekend. The owner, Michael, and his entire staff are incredibly professional & provide wonderful services. Everyone at our wedding commented on how amazing our cocktail hour & reception food was! Not a single item on the menu was anything less than delicious. Michael welcomed my husband & I in for a tasting early in the process which was equally delightful — himself & his staff were again so kind & professional. Every little change that came up during the planning process leading up to wedding day was quickly included & noted by Michael & team. We appreciate how accommodating & flexible this team was on a day where there are so many little details. We cannot stress how highly we recommend Helga’s for your wedding. You will not be disappointed! Oh, and the bartenders were awesome!!!
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I was the wedding coordinator on behalf of a couple that hired Helga's Catering for their wedding. I was very impressed with their level of service. They not only provided food but were in charge of all set up, break down, linens, dishes, etc. They drew out a floor plan prior to the wedding, which was very helpful for myself and the bride/groom. They were also in charge of clean up and I don't mean just breaking down the tables and clearing out. They vacuumed, among other things, and made the room look as though we were never there. Additionally, they arrived 30 minutes before the vendor start time, to begin set up, eager to get everything started. Of course, the food was great too!

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Helga's is wonderful to work with; they stay in constant contact with the customer and with coordinators; very accommodating in terms of changes and specialty requests; wonderful, gracious and helpful staff with "can-do" attitudes, you really can't ask for more! Did I mention the food is also delicious?

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Helga's Caterers frequently asked questions

At Helga's Caterers, the cost of the full wedding catering service includes:
  • Delivery
  • Set Up
  • Clean Up
  • Cake
  • Cake Cutting
  • Dessert
  • Cocktail Reception
  • Server(s)
  • Tastings
  • Chairs
  • Tables
  • China
  • Linens
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Chocolate Fountain
The bar service starting price at Helga's Caterers includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Limited Bar
Helga's Caterers offers the following event services for weddings:
  • Delivery
  • Set Up
  • Clean Up
Helga's Caterers 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 Helga's Caterers, you can find the following types of cuisine:
  • American
  • BBQ
  • Caribbean
  • French
  • German
  • Greek
  • Italian
  • Latin American
  • Mediterranean
  • Mexican
  • Seafood
  • Southern
  • Spanish
At Helga's Caterers, the following dietary needs can be accomodated:
  • Gluten Free
  • Lactose Free
  • Nut Free
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian
Helga's Caterers provides the following bar and beverage services for wedding events:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Open Bar
  • Champagne Toast
  • Signature Drink
To cater to all tastes, Helga's Caterers offers the following food and beverage items:
  • Barware
  • China
  • Chocolate Fountain
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
Helga's Caterers 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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