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At JMC, we know how important your wedding day is, and we’re here to make sure it’s everything you’ve dreamed of and more. With 25 years of experience and countless celebrations catered, we’re committed to making your big day seamless, stress-free, and unforgettable. From the first consultation to the final toast, we’re by your side every step of the way. As a family owned and operated business, we valie sustainability and community. We Prioritize shopping locally and work closely with trusted vendors for everything from wedding china to linens. These strong relationships ensure that every detail of your wedding is handled with care and precision, reflecting our commitment to quality and integrity. Heres a quick overview of what youll experience with JMC!

Pre-Wedding Preparation

Your journey with us begins with a consultation, where we meet to talk about your vision, style, and preferences for your wedding. From there, we’ll ask about dietary restrictions and allergies for you and your guests and design a menu that’s perfectly suited to you. Our tasting session is your chance to try out some of the delicious options we offer and make sure everything is perfect. We work with you to create a timeline for your big day and connect with your wedding planner to ensure everyone is on the same page. The finalization is where we confirm all the details, including the guest count, ensuring that everything is exactly as you envision. At this point, we make sure nothing is overlooked and everything is in place for your big day.

The Day Before Your Wedding

On the day before your wedding, we handle all the important setup details to ensure your venue is ready for your big day. We carefully place all linens, fold napkins, arrange silverware, and set up any personal touches you’ve planned. We also prepare and set up all of our equipment and any decor you’d need help with, including centerpieces if you choose. This is a great time to get to know your wedding team. We take the opportunity to introduce ourselves to your family and get to know everyone before the big day. It’s the perfect chance to work out any last-minute decisions or details with you, ensuring that everything is exactly how you envision it. By the time we leave, everything will be in place, and your venue will look stunning.

The Day of Your Wedding

On your wedding day, we arrive early to ensure everything is set up before your guests arrive. Our team works to put the finishing touches on your event, so everything is picture-perfect and ready for your guests. Throughout the day, we follow your itinerary closely, keeping an eye on everything from speeches to appetizer and dinner timing. Whether it’s a prayer or instructions on when the tables are released, we stay in sync with your timeline. We top off drinks and serve dinner in a timely manner, and we always keep an eye on guests with young children or mobility issues to ensure they have everything they need. And of course, your cookie table will stay stocked with your family’s favorite cookies throughout the night. We make sure your experience is seamless by clearing and resetting tables throughout the night, ensuring the reception stays clean and comfortable for everyone. At the end of the night, our team removes linens, cleans up the space, and helps you gather any personal items before we leave.

There’s a wealth of information on our website, so don’t miss out on exploring everything we have to offer. From menu ideas and services to tips for planning your big day, we’ve got you covered. Be sure to check out our blogs for tons of helpful insights and inspiration to guide you through the wedding planning process. You can also follow us on social media for the latest updates and behind-the-scenes glimpses of our work. And don’t forget to visit us on Burgh Brides for even more wedding resources and recommendations. We’re here to help make your wedding day everything you’ve dreamed of and more.

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Frequently asked questions

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

$30

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

$25

What is the average catering price per person for stations?

$25

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

$18

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?

$5

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?

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
French
German
Greek
Indian
Italian
Latin American
Local
Mediterranean
Mexican
Middle Eastern
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)

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

Reviews of John Marshall Catering

Nicholas
Nicholas Sent on 02/20/2026
5 out of 5 rating

A Huge Hit at Our Office - Highly Recommend!

I searched and searched for a place that could cater a fried fish meal and was having no luck. Most places were pickup only or warned that the fish wouldn’t travel well. After a quick Google search for the best fish fry catering in Pittsburgh, I found John Marshall Catering and the reviews were absolutely right!

We ordered fried fish, baked fish, chicken tenders, homemade potato chips, coleslaw, mac and cheese, salad, and fruit. Everything was delicious and beautifully presented. The fish traveled perfectly and tasted fresh and crispy.

The delivery team was fantastic! Friendly, professional, and genuinely fun to work with. They made sure everything was set up perfectly before leaving.

Our office truly enjoyed the meal. I heard compliments from coworkers all afternoon! We will definitely be ordering again in the future. The team went above and beyond, and it’s greatly appreciated.
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Rob Sent on 11/07/2023
5 out of 5 rating

The best catering in the greater Pittsburgh Area!

John Marshall Catering is TOP TIER catering! First off, the food is phenomenal and perfectly prepared. Secondly, they take a lot of pride in their work and it shows. The staff is easy to work with and genuine, which was extremely appreciated. We received so many compliments on their food and professionalism all night. 10/10!!
Nicole
Nicole Sent on 10/13/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Incredible Caterer from Beginning to End

We originally hired John Marshall's Catering based on availability, and it turns out they couldn't have been better! From the beginning stages of planning and creating our menu, Mary really took her time with us to make sure we were getting everything we wanted and kept it within our budget. Our tasting was fantastic! We ate everything and couldn't wait for our friends and family to try it as well. The catering staff worked very quickly to set up our space prior to the wedding, and worked SO hard during the cocktail hour and dinner service to make sure everything was perfect. They kept tables clean, kept the cookie table restocked at all times, checked in with me multiple to make sure everything was going smoothly. And afterwards, our guests were raving about the food! 100% would recommend to all future engaged couples!
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Eva Sent on 06/13/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Professional, Exceptional, Highest Quality

John prepared a meal that beat all our expectations! Everyone raved about the
food including other vendors at our wedding! We were highly satisfied and we would
recommend John and his staff for any event you need catered, we cannot say enough
good things about them, we were so happy with them!
Dave
Dave Sent on 06/13/2018
5 out of 5 rating
John Marshall catering worked at our wedding and it was perfect! The food was unbelievable, they were extremely organized, and the service was so great. If you are having any sort of event, these are your guys!
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Justine Sent on 07/03/2014
5 out of 5 rating
John Marshall Catering is AWESOME! I have had so many people compliment the food at our wedding on June 21st. It was a rustic barn wedding and we did family style serving with down home cooking! People have told me that it was the best food they have ever had at a wedding. I agree! The food was beyond exceptional! Every bit of it was delicious. The servers were professional and adapted well to the rustic surroundings. The bartenders that John Marshall provided were excellent. I will be recommending John Marshall Catering to everyone and will also be using them again and again. From the very beginning to the day of, John Marshall Catering provided excellent and personalized service. The price and quality of the food far exceeded my expectations! Thank you John Marshall Catering for making our day one of the best ever!
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Lori Sent on 10/04/2013
5 out of 5 rating
We had John Marshall for our daughters wedding and highly recommend him! He was absolutely wonderful to work with! His staff was very efficient,friendly and very hard working. The food was out of this world! We will definitely be keeping him in mind for any future needs and will recommend him at every opportunity.
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Sheryl Sent on 07/02/2009
5 out of 5 rating
We chose to go with John Marshall Catering (wonderful experience) for our wedding reception in June 2009. We had 180 people at our wedding reception. John Marshall was able to provide us with all of the dinnerware, glasses, plates, cups, flutes, linens, etc. more cost-effectively than any of the packages At Greystone Fields. John Marshall worked with us to have the menu we wanted and he was wonderful. He took care of so much… no matter how many changes we made. He is very personal and professional as well as is his staff. His prices are very cost-effective, and his food is out of this world!! John took care of quite a few of the ‘little things’ that were not part of his job description. Everyone at the event loved his food and still tells us about it today.
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Debbie Sent on 10/23/2007
4.9 out of 5 rating
The food was delicious and very resonably priced! Our site was difficult to work with, but John got it set up just the way we wanted. It was terrific!!
C
Cara Sent on 01/02/2018
4.5 out of 5 rating
Overall we were very happy with John Marshall's service and the quality of the food. We did breakfast for dinner and he knocked it out of the park with the food. When we met ahead of time, he had great suggestions and was very accommodating with the tasting. For our wedding dinner he did biscuits and gravy, fried chicken and waffles, crepes, several quiches, a yogurt station and he provided fixings for our bloody mary bar. We had delicious sausage pinwheels and scotch eggs for cocktail hour. They also plated our cookies and our doughnuts.

The few negatives we have were just some unprofessionalism we encountered. We had provided our own linens and steamed them the day before the wedding during set-up which off-set their timeline some. I was told some of our friends and family who helped us set-up overheard some of their staff cursing us under their breath. I also heard secondhand they also weren't too happy with the layout of the reception area and were criticizing our event coordinator who was newer. I thought everything looked great. Another thing was that the cookies and doughnuts didn't seem to get refilled. My mom had asked if they could do it and was told everything was put out. A few minutes later our event coordinator came up the stairs with a big tray of refills. Not sure if they were doing it to spite us at that point but it just seemed unprofessional or perhaps was a lack of communication.

Again the food was top notch. Can't say enough good things about how tasty everything was and was displayed beautifully. Just could've been a tad more professional overall. I'm sure there are set-backs with every wedding so it seems like it would be part of the trade to learn to roll with the punches and keep it professional.
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John Marshall Catering frequently asked questions

At John Marshall Catering, 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 John Marshall Catering includes:
  • Bartender(s)
John Marshall Catering offers the following event services for weddings:
  • Delivery
  • Set Up
  • Clean Up
John Marshall Catering 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 John Marshall Catering, you can find the following types of cuisine:
  • African
  • American
  • Asian
  • BBQ
  • Caribbean
  • French
  • German
  • Greek
  • Indian
  • Italian
  • Latin American
  • Local
  • Mediterranean
  • Mexican
  • Middle Eastern
  • Seafood
  • Southern
  • Spanish
At John Marshall Catering, the following dietary needs can be accomodated:
  • Gluten Free
  • Lactose Free
  • Kosher
  • Nut Free
  • Organic
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian
John Marshall Catering provides the following bar and beverage services for wedding events:
  • Bartender(s)
To cater to all tastes, John Marshall Catering offers the following food and beverage items:
  • Barware
  • China
  • Chocolate Fountain
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
John Marshall Catering is recommended by 98% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 5 in quality of service, 5 in average response time, 5 in flexibility, 5 in value and 4.8 in professionalism.
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