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Nadi Plates

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Recommended by 100% of couples

About this vendor

Owner and Head Chef Nadia Santaniello Bucholtz brings over 40 years of industry expertise and an unrivaled passion for authentic, home-cooked Italian cuisine to the table. From private tastings at her Milwaukee residence, to cooking your meal right on site in her state-of-the-art mobile kitchen, Chef Nadia and her family offer a one-of-a-kind, hands-on approach to wedding catering. Offering a breadth of options both elevated and casual combined with award-winning hospitality, Nadi Plates is the caterer for you if taste and quality matter most.

At Nadi Plates, all are welcome at the table. We are a woman-owned business and proudly support people of all ages, races, genders, sexualities, identities, religions and abilities.

Visit nadiplates.com/catering for the latest pricing and menu options.

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FAQ

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

$6,499

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

$5,299

What is the average catering price per person for stations?

$55

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

$25

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

Delivery
Set Up
Clean Up
Server(s)
Tastings
China
Linens
Flatware
Glassware

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
Italian
Mediterranean
Mexican
Seafood

What dietary needs can you accommodate?

Gluten Free
Lactose Free
Halal
Kosher
Nut Free
Organic
Vegan
Vegetarian

Which of the following items can you provide?

Chairs
Tables

Which of the following items can you provide?

China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

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Reviews of Nadi Plates

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Nadi Plates received glowing reviews for their exceptional food quality, service, and personalized approach. Multiple reviewers praised the delicious food, such as the pasta bar, and the accommodating nature of the team, especially Zach. Guests were still talking about the food months later, with many mentioning it was the best wedding food they had ever experienced. The team's professionalism, clear communication, and attention to detail during the event were also highlighted, making Nadi Plates a highly recommended choice for weddings and events.

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Nadi Plates received glowing reviews for their exceptional food quality, service, and personalized approach. Multiple reviewers praised the delicious food, such as the pasta bar, and the accommodating nature of the team, especially Zach. Guests were still talking about the food months later, with many mentioning it was the best wedding food they had ever experienced. The team's professionalism, clear communication, and attention to detail during the event were also highlighted, making Nadi Plates a highly recommended choice for weddings and events.

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Leah Sent on 12/08/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Mouth Watering Dinner

Nadia created outstanding dishes that had tremendous flavor. Everyone at the wedding talked about how wonderful the food was and went back for seconds. Nadia cooks her food with love while putting in the hard work to make the meal perfect. This was the best food we have ever had at a wedding and look forward to a day when we can have another one of Nadia's outstanding meals.
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Shira Sent on 12/31/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent experience from start to finish!

Working with Nadi Plates for our backyard wedding was fantastic. Zach did a site walk though early on and made recommendations based on our venue and vibe. He helped us design our menu and always communicated clearly when I had questions about pricing, transportation, timing, etc. On the day of the event, Zach's team was punctual, professional, and worked swiftly behind the scenes. Our guests loved the meal. The whole production felt high-end at an affordable price!
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Mari Sent on 12/31/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Summer Wedding Stations

Food was a top priority for our wedding and we made the best possible choice with Nadi Plates! We were sold one course into our tasting that whatever menu we put together would be tasty and crowd-pleasing. Nadi had great options for different catering styles - we opted for stations which suited our wedding size and venue. They also easily accommodated our dietary preferences including vegan and gluten free. Months later, our guests are still raving about the pasta bar and getting seconds (some thirds!)
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Libby Sent on 12/31/2025
5 out of 5 rating

EXCELLENT! Can’t recommend enough!

We had a small wedding and worked with the team at Nadi Plates for a drop off of food. Even though their bread and butter is cooking onsite, all of the food was excellent, hot and the guests are still raving about it. The service from the team from initial inquiry, to tasting to day of was seamless.

I would and will be recommending them to everyone for their events and weddings!
Jennifer
Jennifer Sent on 12/31/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The BEST wedding caterer

We could not have asked for a better caterer for our wedding! We had a large wedding around 180 people and served everything family style and it was FLAWLESS. Every interaction leading up to our day was spectacular. We never felt alone in the process and they were always there for anything we needed. When we went to our tasting with them, we immediately felt like family. We truly were so lucky. Our friends and family are still raving about the food months later. If you are looking for the most delicious food made with love, amazing service, extremely fair prices and a meal you’ll never forget….book Nadi Plates NOW.
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Michael Sent on 12/31/2025
5 out of 5 rating

“Best wedding food ever” - our guests

The hit of the entire wedding! Nadia, Zach, and team did such an amazing job and we couldn’t be happier with the quality of food (our guests said it was the best wedding food ever!), the logistics, and the day of execution. Highly recommend!
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Dana Sent on 12/31/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Wedding Caterer

We thought we had our wedding caterer picked out until we met Nadi Plates at an Open House at St. James 1868. My family comes from a strong Italian heritage so when we met Nadia & Zach we never turned back. They hosted us at their home for a private food tasting, every dish made by hand. This really sealed the deal for my husband & I. When it came to the wedding day, I knew I didn’t have to worry about a thing because Zach was so organized and communicated all of the details with us ahead of time. I would 1000000% recommend Nadi Plates over & over again!
Shannon
Shannon Sent on 12/31/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Best food we’ve had!

Nadia Plates was the first vendor we were introduced to. We saw them at a wedding showcase and immediately placed them at the top of our list. The process that followed exceeded our expectations. From the tasting to the reception, everything was a masterpiece of professionalism. Not to mention the food! Their delicious Italian-style menu caters to all tastes and aesthetics. We would definitely recommend them for any catering needs.
Ashlie
Ashlie Sent on 12/31/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Best Milwaukee Caterers hands down!

Nadi plates was absolutely amazing to us! They were easy and accommodating, had no problems explaining and answering ANY questions I had in an exceptionally quick fashion. They welcomed us and treated us as if we were family! Not only were we treated like family, the food was OUTSTANDING! Weeks after our wedding, our family & friends were still talking about the food at our wedding! They were more than I ever expected from a catering company and I would HIGHLY recommend them to any & every couple getting married in Milwaukee!
Thank you again, Nadi Plates!
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Torre Sent on 03/16/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Best wedding caterer in MKE

When we met Zach at their mobile kitchen the very first time, we knew right away we were going to be in good hands. The initial tasting was so delicious, that it was a no brainer on who we wanted to cater our wedding. It was so delicious in fact, we didn’t even feel the need to do a tasting with any other company afterwards.

Following the tasting, Zach was always available and attentive with any random questions we had for him. He even made himself available to attend our final walkthrough at our venue, to make sure everyone was on the same path for our big day.

The day of couldn’t have gone smoother! They were professional and courteous from start to finish. We can not think of a single person who attended our wedding, that did not mention how amazing the food was!

We went with the 3 stations option, and it worked out amazingly. The fresh carved beef filets were naturally a hit, being tender enough to cut with a spoon usually wins over a crowd…along with the pasta and chicken entree dishes that you can taste the love and homemade flavor in.

To wrap up this review, working with Zach and Nadi plates felt like a true pleasure, and the food they serve is beyond amazing, which pairs well with the professional and thoughtful team they have. They were an important part in our big day, and they definitely helped make our day even more special.

Thank you once again Zach and Nadi Plates,

Shayna and Torre Krueck
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2026 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2025 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2022 Winner
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Team

Nadia Santaniello Bucholtz
Nadia Santaniello Bucholtz
Owner/Chef
Zachary Bucholtz
Zachary Bucholtz
General Manager

Professional Network & Endorsements

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Nadi Plates frequently asked questions

At Nadi Plates, the cost of the full wedding catering service includes:
  • Delivery
  • Set Up
  • Clean Up
  • Server(s)
  • Tastings
  • China
  • Linens
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
Nadi Plates offers the following event services for weddings:
  • Delivery
  • Set Up
  • Clean Up
Nadi Plates 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 Nadi Plates, you can find the following types of cuisine:
  • American
  • Italian
  • Mediterranean
  • Mexican
  • Seafood
At Nadi Plates, the following dietary needs can be accomodated:
  • Gluten Free
  • Lactose Free
  • Halal
  • Kosher
  • Nut Free
  • Organic
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian
To cater to all tastes, Nadi Plates offers the following food and beverage items:
  • China
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
Nadi Plates is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.
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