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Peppercorn Food Company

5.0 out of 5 rating 8 reviews
Cedar Rapids, IA
Peppercorn Food Company
Peppercorn Food Company
Appetizer and Desserts
Appetizer and Desserts
Charcuterie Tables
Charcuterie Tables
Charcuterie Tables
Charcuterie Tables
Passed Appetizers
Passed Appetizers
Charcuterie Tables
Charcuterie Tables
Appetizers
Appetizers
Plated Meals
Plated Meals
Carving Station
Carving Station
Grilling on Site
Grilling on Site
Main Course
Main Course
Plated Salads
Plated Salads
Chilean Sea Bass
Chilean Sea Bass
Cucumber Boursin Bites
Cucumber Boursin Bites
Pizza Stations
Pizza Stations
Custom Tacos
Custom Tacos
Vegetarian Options
Vegetarian Options
Plated Meals
Plated Meals
Tasty treats
Tasty treats

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"We used peppercorn to cater our wedding. We had countless guests tell us it was the best food..."

— Morene

"We had the absolute best experience all around for our wedding catering!!! Firstly, I will say we..."

— Taylor
Steven
Emily
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Recommended by 100% of couples

About this vendor

Peppercorn Food Company is a premier full-service catering company with locations in Cedar Rapids and Dubuque, Iowa, specializing in exceptional wedding catering. Founded by Jude Villafana and his wife, Carrie Quast, we are passionate about bringing unforgettable dining experiences to weddings of all sizes—from intimate gatherings to grand celebrations. Our goal is to customize every detail of your meal to reflect your vision and make your special day truly memorable.

Cuisine & Services

At Peppercorn Food Company, we take pride in our scratch-made cuisine and exceptional service. Our team handles delivery, setup, and cleanup, ensuring a seamless experience for you and your guests. We offer a variety of catering styles, including plated meals, buffets, family-style service, hors d’oeuvres, interactive stations, tapas, and more—perfectly tailored to suit your wedding’s theme and preferences.

We specialize in a range of culinary styles, including classic American, Greek, Italian, and Latin American cuisine. Additionally, we accommodate a variety of dietary needs, offering dishes that are:

  • Gluten-free
  • Nut-free
  • Vegetarian
  • Lactose-free
  • Organic
  • Pork-free
  • Vegan

Whether you're envisioning a casual brunch, an elegant plated dinner, or a lively buffet, we are dedicated to crafting a delicious, customized menu that enhances your wedding day. Let us bring your vision to life with impeccable food and service!

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FAQ

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

$38

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

$25

What is the average catering price per person for stations?

$35

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

$12

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

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

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$17

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

Bartender(s)
House Beer
House Wine
House Liquor

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
Local
Mediterranean
Mexican
Seafood
Southern
Spanish

What dietary needs can you accommodate?

Gluten Free
Lactose Free
Nut Free
Organic
Vegan
Vegetarian

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Open Bar
Champagne Toast
Signature Drink

Which of the following items can you provide?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

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Reviews of Peppercorn Food Company

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Peppercorn received rave reviews for their catering services, providing exceptional food and top-notch service for weddings. Guests praised the delicious prime rib, chicken with sun-dried tomato sauce, homemade focaccia bread, passed appetizers, late-night bites, and desserts. Reviewers appreciated Peppercorn's responsiveness, attention to detail, and professionalism, making the entire process smooth and enjoyable. The communication was straightforward, the staff were well-managed, and the quality of the food and service was highly praised, making Peppercorn a top choice for couples seeking amazing wedding catering.

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Peppercorn received rave reviews for their catering services, providing exceptional food and top-notch service for weddings. Guests praised the delicious prime rib, chicken with sun-dried tomato sauce, homemade focaccia bread, passed appetizers, late-night bites, and desserts. Reviewers appreciated Peppercorn's responsiveness, attention to detail, and professionalism, making the entire process smooth and enjoyable. The communication was straightforward, the staff were well-managed, and the quality of the food and service was highly praised, making Peppercorn a top choice for couples seeking amazing wedding catering.

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Morene Sent on 01/10/2026
5 out of 5 rating

the BEST wedding food hands down!!!

We used peppercorn to cater our wedding. We had countless guests tell us it was the best food they’ve ever had at a wedding, and we were completely sold ourselves after the tasting.
They were easy to work with, responsive, and very accommodating with guests who had allergies or dietary restrictions, which gave us so much peace of mind. Cocktail hour and dinner service were seamless, and everything came out quickly and beautifully even with the kitchen on a different floor.
The food was outstanding — we especially recommend the prime rib or the chicken with the sun-dried tomato sauce. The homemade focaccia bread, passed appetizers, late-night bites, and desserts were all huge hits with our guests.
From start to finish, the food and service were top-notch. We would recommend them without hesitation to any couple wanting amazing wedding food and a smooth, professional experience.
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Taylor Sent on 06/08/2024
5 out of 5 rating

1000% Recommend

We had the absolute best experience all around for our wedding catering!!! Firstly, I will say we got SO MANY compliments on our wedding food. Everything from the passed appetizers, to the meal, to the dessert, to the late night food was impeccably made and presented. My 80 year old grandpa said the filet mignon was the best steak he has ever had and overall was highly raved about amongst guests. The late night sliders had the same sentiment and it was so great to hear such amazing feedback from guests throughout the evening on our food. Secondly, the high level of service and attention to detail from the very beginning of working with Peppercorn to the actual wedding day was astounding. They were highly responsive, encouraged questions, cared about the details, and on the day of the wedding had strong professionalism and service. Everything operated so smoothly throughout our entire time working with Peppercorn. We are so thankful we chose them as our catering vendor for our big day- I promise you will not regret working with them! Thank you Jude and the Peppercorn team!!!
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Emily Sent on 12/28/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing experience

I love working with Peppercorn for all of our wedding and other events. Their communication is straight forward and timely. They serve delicious food with lots of staff to manage the set up and strike. I cannot recommend them enough. If you’re looking for a great catering experience, you’ve found the right company. 11 out of 10 stars.
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Bailey Sent on 08/21/2023
5 out of 5 rating

11/10 Experience!

Peppercorn not only had AMAZING warm, plated meals of delicious sea bass and short rib that our 200 guests are still raving about but they were incredibly organized, timely and excellent to work with. I would recommend Peppercorn to any and everyone.
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Amy M. Sent on 07/03/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing food and service!

The folks at Peppercorn Food Co. are top notch professionals. I organized a 50th wedding anniversary party for my parents from out of state. I contacted Peppercorn Food Co. and was immediately pressed with their timely responses to my questions. They worked with me from start to finish creating the perfect menu for our event. The day of the event, Chef Megan and her team provided both delicious food and amazing service. Everything was prepared fresh and tasted great. The guests could not stop raving about the exceptional quality of food and service. The charcuterie board was a work of art! At the end of the event, they packed everything up for us and checked in to make sure everything was perfect. I would highly recommend choosing them for any event that you have planned in the future.
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Laura Sent on 10/25/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Responsive and delicious

Jude and Chef Megan were incredible to work with. Jude was completely responsive to my requests, even with trying a new recipe for turkey dressing sandwiches. Chef Megan nailed the recipe! Everyone commented about the delicious food. There were no surprises with the billing. Everything was reasonably priced. I intend to partner with Peppercorn again for my next catered event.
Steven
Steven Sent on 10/06/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Best catered food in the CR area

Judd and his company were the absolute best. I am always hesitant about banquet food, it is usually cold chicken and you eat it because you are hungry. With these guys you went back for more, because it was amazing. I will never use anyone else to cater my events.
Emily
Emily Sent on 10/04/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Hire this caterer!

Jude and his culinary team are amazing. You can order a delicious, hot meal for your wedding with an excellent staff that will care for all your guests' needs. His quick communication is so awesome, too. I love working with them and cannot wait for more weddings together.
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Team

Jude Villafana
Jude Villafana
Owner/Operator
Megan Schultz
Megan Schultz
Executive Chef

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Peppercorn Food Company frequently asked questions

At Peppercorn Food Company, the cost of the full wedding catering service includes:
  • Delivery
  • Set Up
  • Clean Up
  • Server(s)
  • Tastings
  • Linens
  • Flatware
The bar service starting price at Peppercorn Food Company includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • House Beer
  • House Wine
  • House Liquor
Peppercorn Food Company offers the following event services for weddings:
  • Delivery
  • Set Up
  • Clean Up
Peppercorn Food Company 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 Peppercorn Food Company, you can find the following types of cuisine:
  • American
  • BBQ
  • Caribbean
  • French
  • German
  • Greek
  • Italian
  • Latin American
  • Local
  • Mediterranean
  • Mexican
  • Seafood
  • Southern
  • Spanish
At Peppercorn Food Company, the following dietary needs can be accomodated:
  • Gluten Free
  • Lactose Free
  • Nut Free
  • Organic
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian
Peppercorn Food Company provides the following bar and beverage services for wedding events:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Open Bar
  • Champagne Toast
  • Signature Drink
To cater to all tastes, Peppercorn Food Company offers the following food and beverage items:
  • Barware
  • China
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
Peppercorn Food Company 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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