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The Catering Outfit

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Charlotte
Katherine
Alexandra
Wonderful
Michaela

Recommended by 98% of couples

About this vendor

Based out of Charlottesville, Virginia, The Catering Outfit offers delicious cuisine for weddings and life's other milestone events. Using locally sourced and seasonal produce, this company believes in giving delicious, sustainable food to everyone. A full-service catering company, they can take care of everything from delivery to cleanup to give you one less thing to organize.

Cuisine

The Catering Outfit creates a custom menu for every celebration, ensuring every dish will delight the couple. You are invited to attend a tasting to sample some of the food so you can choose your favorites to eat on the day. Your options range from Southern classics to mouthwatering Mexican dishes. Pork-free, lactose-free, nut-free, and gluten-free options are offered, too, as well as vegan and vegetarian choices. China, flatware, and glassware are also provided.

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Weddings with this vendor

Peter & Meredith's wedding
Peter & Meredith
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Luis & Samantha's wedding
Luis & Samantha
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Jessica & Drew's wedding
Jessica & Drew
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FAQ

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

$130

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

$100

What is the average catering price per person for stations?

$120

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

$50

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

Delivery
Set Up
Clean Up
Cake Cutting
Dessert
Cocktail Reception
Server(s)
Tastings
China
Flatware
Glassware

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$21

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

Limited Bar
Open Bar
House Beer
Specialty Beer
House Wine
Specialty Wine
House Liquor
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink

What event services do you provide?

Delivery
Set Up
Clean Up

What catering services do you provide?

Buffet
Cake Cutting
Cocktail Reception
Custom Menu
Hors d'oeuvres
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What types of cuisine do you cater?

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

What dietary needs can you accommodate?

Gluten Free
Lactose Free
Kosher
Nut Free
Organic
Vegan
Vegetarian

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Open Bar
Champagne Toast
Signature Drink

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Reviews of The Catering Outfit

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The Catering Outfit delivered exceptional food, creative drinks, and flawless presentation that guests kept praising. Reviewers highlighted the team's professionalism, responsiveness, and seamless handling of rentals, dietary restrictions, and day‑of logistics—even adapting well to bad weather. Highly recommended as a full‑service caterer and event partner.

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The Catering Outfit delivered exceptional food, creative drinks, and flawless presentation that guests kept praising. Reviewers highlighted the team's professionalism, responsiveness, and seamless handling of rentals, dietary restrictions, and day‑of logistics—even adapting well to bad weather. Highly recommended as a full‑service caterer and event partner.

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Taygra Sent on 05/21/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Such a Treat

The Catering Outfit was one of the highlights of our wedding for us and our guests. The food provided was absolutely amazing. We had a fantastic grazing board for cocktail hour and the bartenders were efficient with circulating our cocktail and pouring wine.
They provided us with a mini-grazing board for immediately after the ceremony so we could have a few moments to ourselves while still making sure we ate some food. The professionalism of all the staff was fantastic.
We had a number of guests that were vegetarian or vegan and TCO provided multiple meal options to cater to their dietary needs while being delicious. Many of our guests commented to us during the evening and after the fact that they appreciated the care and respect that was given to their meal.
Overall the level of food was 11/10, but I cannot say enough about the late night biscuits. We almost did not add them and I am SO glad we did. It was the perfect hit of salt at the end of the evening and a week later I still have friends and family asking about them.
Cannot recommend TCO more for the wedding weekend. They were wonderful to work with and really provided the best service and food.
Charlotte
Charlotte Sent on 02/19/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Best Decision We Ever Made!

I cannot say enough amazing things about The Catering Outfit and the entire team - especially Nina. Going into wedding planning, I thought I could handle it myself without a planner, but Nina completely stepped in and made sure every detail was thoughtfully planned and executed to perfection. Even during moments when I definitely had “bride brain,” Nina and her team were calm, organized, and always one step ahead.
As a couple, we also spent time shopping around and comparing caterers, and I can honestly say they were worth every penny. The value, quality, and experience they provided were truly unmatched.
The taste testing was incredible. Honestly better than I could have imagined - and the signature drink tasting was just as amazing. Everything was so intentional and delicious, and it truly showed on our wedding day.
Their magic didn’t go unnoticed by our guests either. Throughout the night, people kept asking who our caterer was because the food, drinks, and service were so outstanding.
If I could get married again just to work with this team one more time, I absolutely would. I’m so grateful for everything they did to make our day unforgettable.
XOXO, a very happy bride
Katherine
Katherine Sent on 11/21/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Phenomenal Food and Impeccable 10/10 Service

The Catering Outfit provided an elevated catering experience for our wedding that was nothing short of phenomenal. From the initial planning stages to the last dance, their service was an absolute 10/10, professional, and seamless!

Nina Dowell deserves immense credit. She put extraordinary work and effort into ensuring our day was perfect. During the planning process, she was an invaluable resource, offering great advice on everything from our tablescapes to lighting to recommending other excellent vendors for rentals. Our tasting was a highlight of the planning process, TCO made it such a fun experience for us and our parents!

On the wedding day, the ENTIRE team - every single server and bartender - went out of their way to make the experience amazing for our guests. The service was flawless, and they ensured that my partner and I were personally taken care of throughout the entire evening. We received numerous compliments on their attentiveness and professionalism.

The food itself was exceptional. Our guests repeatedly told us how delicious everything was. The meals were served hot, and we were super impressed with the quality of the vegetarian options. Furthermore, we had a couple of severe allergies within our party, and the TCO team was incredibly thorough in ensuring every guest was handled with care and safety.

If you are looking for a full service catering company that offers delicious, high-quality food combined with truly impeccable, above-and-beyond service, The Catering Outfit is the clear choice. They exceeded every expectation, and we are so thankful we got to work with them!
Alexandra
Alexandra Sent on 10/02/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Best day ever

The Catering Outfit was incredible. They went above and beyond to create the wedding of our dreams. The entire process was so smooth and easy thanks to their amazing team. They genuinely cared about making sure every single detail was perfect and crafted toward us. The food and beverages were incredible. Our guests are still raving about our signature cocktails. My only complaint was that it was too hard to make our food and beverage selections because everything was so good. Kudos to the Catering Outfit for making our day so perfect, we are so thankful!
C
Carolina Sent on 08/29/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Day

We chose TCO after our very first conversation with Courtney. Her structured presentation, genuine willingness to listen, and proactive approach in suggesting ideas made it clear she was the right choice—not just as our wedding planner, but also for catering.
Courtney said “yes” to all of Carolina’s ideas, changes, and updates, always finding creative ways to stay within our budget without compromising the vision. Despite many adjustments along the way, the actual wedding day turned out even better than we had imagined.
The weather was unpredictable, but Courtney went above and beyond to ensure the ceremony could take place outside, just as our daughter had dreamed. Her team was incredible—gracious, helpful, and cheerful throughout, even when moving chairs and flowers multiple times to adapt to the changing conditions.
Our guests couldn’t stop talking about the food—the buffet was absolutely delicious, and the service was flawless. We are so grateful to Courtney and the entire TCO team for helping create such a joyful and memorable day for our family.
It is truly my pleasure to write this review and wholeheartedly recommend TCO to anyone planning a special event.
L
Lisa Sent on 06/21/2025
5 out of 5 rating

TCO Delivers Perfection - Amazing food, Incredible Service! 5+ Stars!!

Krista and team, we wanted to send a truly heartfelt thank you for the absolutely flawless execution of an amazing and delicious menu at Katie and Jon's wedding! We can’t express enough how grateful we are for all your time and dedication in making their special day so memorable.
From the moment we met you and experienced the tasting appointment, we knew our guests were in for an exceptional treat. We were so impressed with your incredible attention to detail, especially how thoughtfully you accommodated our guests with various food allergies – that meant the world to us. Your expertise and patience throughout the entire planning process was amazing.
Beyond the culinary delights, we deeply appreciate the immense amount of time and effort you invested in coordinating all the many rentals, from furniture and equipment to linens and all the little things that went into making the entire event so cohesive and beautiful. Everything came together like an incredible masterpiece, and the presentation of the food was just as beautiful, as the food itself was delicious. The appetizers were fabulous, the signature drinks were fantastic, and the service was professional and seamless.
It was no surprise to Katie and Jon that TCO delivered such perfection; Katie had attended many events you catered over the years and always knew The Catering Outfit was who she wanted for her own wedding. And, you all truly exceeded our expectations! Your entire team was amazing – so polite, professional, and served our guests beautifully without ever being disruptive to the flow of conversations.
We truly enjoyed every minute and appreciate everything you and your team did to make the event one we will cherish for a lifetime. We wish you continued success and will happily support TCO to your prospective clients in the future.
Wonderful
Wonderful Sent on 06/19/2025
5 out of 5 rating

May wedding at King Family Vineyard

Wow! All we can say is that everything was perfect! Courtney and The Catering Outfit hit a home run. From the onset, Courtney provided us with outstanding service and advice. She was always available to answer questions, no matter how small. Both the wedding ceremony and dinner were outside. The setting and tables were beautiful and the service was incredible! Prior to the wedding we served white peach sangria with diced peaches, apples and oranges...perfect! The appetizers were all a hit with the chicken tikki masala skewers being the favorite. The dinner was plated beautifully and most importantly was delicious. Considering the walk the servers had from the kitchen to the tables, it still came out hot which was very important to us. All the food was delicious, the favorite being the beef tenderloin with a blackberry port wine sauce served over a delicious corn polenta. We also were able to accommodate guests that were vegetarian or vegan with lovely dinner options. At the last minute we added a late night snack of ham biscuits and a pimento cheese biscuit that were a big hit on the dance floor! I can't say enough how elegant, professional and kind the servers were. The service went well beyond our expectations, if that is possible!! Courtney was so enthusiastic, helpful and truly made us feel like we were the only wedding she was coordinating. To summarize, we cannot recommend The Catering Outfit enough for the amazing food, planning, coordination, service and experience they offer!!
Michaela
Michaela Sent on 05/05/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Highlight for our guests

We got endless compliments on the catering staff. The guests were so impressed with the coordinated table service. But beyond being professional, the staff were friendly, funny, and engaged. Our guests loved the quality of the food, but also felt the comfort of the staff. I loved exchanging glances with the staff shaking their shoulders while looking onto the dance floor. Our guests loved the funny exchanges as the vendors as they learned their most favorite hors d'ouvre, and would make eyes with every pass to see if they wanted any more. Honestly amazing. On our drive home, we said at least three times "worth every penny".
A
Andrea Sent on 12/19/2024
5 out of 5 rating

TCO/Courtney are amazing!

Could not recommend TCO more. Absolutely amazing food and planning support.
S
Sarah Sent on 11/03/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Let TCO make your wedding dreams come true

My wedding was Oct 26 2024 at Montfair Resort farm and it was great but what made it truly over the top wonderful was TCO and Courtney Hildebrand, my day of coordinator and wedding planner. First off, Courtney is someone who is thoughtful and really puts her heart and soul into weddings- I mean the organized timeline she put together for me and all the other vendors for the wedding day- it was an anxious person’s dream. She managed to make sure everything from my vision of my perfect wedding happened. As for the food, I would pick TCO again to cater any event I have. I still have guests talking about it and asking me if they have their own restaurant because that’s how good it was. The bar they brought in was amazing and the staff were hands down just so wonderful.

I would choose this team time and time again.
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Team

courtney hildebrand
courtney hildebrand
director of sales & marketing
walter slawski
walter slawski
proprietor & executive chef

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The Catering Outfit frequently asked questions

At The Catering Outfit, the cost of the full wedding catering service includes:
  • Delivery
  • Set Up
  • Clean Up
  • Cake Cutting
  • Dessert
  • Cocktail Reception
  • Server(s)
  • Tastings
  • China
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
The bar service starting price at The Catering Outfit includes:
  • Limited Bar
  • Open Bar
  • House Beer
  • Specialty Beer
  • House Wine
  • Specialty Wine
  • House Liquor
  • Premium Liquor
  • Signature Drink
The Catering Outfit offers the following event services for weddings:
  • Delivery
  • Set Up
  • Clean Up
The Catering Outfit offers the following catering services for weddings:
  • Buffet
  • Cake Cutting
  • Cocktail Reception
  • Custom Menu
  • Hors d'oeuvres
  • Plated
  • Server(s)
  • Stations
  • Tastings
At The Catering Outfit, you can find the following types of cuisine:
  • African
  • American
  • BBQ
  • Caribbean
  • French
  • German
  • Indian
  • Italian
  • Latin American
  • Local
  • Mediterranean
  • Mexican
  • Middle Eastern
  • Seafood
  • Southern
At The Catering Outfit, the following dietary needs can be accomodated:
  • Gluten Free
  • Lactose Free
  • Kosher
  • Nut Free
  • Organic
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian
The Catering Outfit provides the following bar and beverage services for wedding events:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Open Bar
  • Champagne Toast
  • Signature Drink
The Catering Outfit 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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