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On WeddingWire since 2012

The Happy Catering Company is a full-service wedding catering company based in Birmingham, Alabama. It provides catering services for weddings throughout the local area, including Tuscaloosa, Shelby County, and Gadsden. The company specializes in buffets and cocktail receptions, serving quality and fresh innovative cuisines.

Services Offered

The Happy Catering Company’s professional staff works with couples to help plan their celebration. This can be for a wedding reception, rehearsal dinner, or another special event. They can accommodate all kinds of events, from small to large gatherings, whether it is a complete dinner or fast food. The company also offers bar services:

  • Bartenders
  • Cash or open bar
  • Champagne toast
  • House beer, liquor, and wine
  • Premium liquor
  • Signature drinks, beer, and wine

Cuisine

The company offers a wide range of cuisine styles, from American and Asian to European and Mediterranean. They also accommodate special dietary requirements. The Happy Catering Company's catering services include hors d’oeuvres, cake cutting, family-style, stations, and plated.

Frequently Asked Questions

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
Asian
BBQ
Caribbean
Greek
Italian
Mediterranean
Mexican
Seafood
Southern

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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4.9 out of 5 rating
270 Reviews
  • Quality of service
    4.9 out of 5 rating
  • Average response time
    4.8 out of 5 rating
  • Professionalism
    4.9 out of 5 rating
  • Value
    4.8 out of 5 rating
  • Flexibility
    4.9 out of 5 rating
97% Recommended by couples

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270 Reviews
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D. Decroes Married on 11/11/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Best caterer in Birmingham

Happy Catering is the best caterer in Birmingham. You do not have to worry about a thing- they handle everything professionally and beautifully. The food was delicious and looked amazing too. You will not run out of food and Holly will help you from start to finish.
Brian
Brian H. Married on 10/29/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful Wedding Experience

We used Happy Catering for our wedding. My husband and I were so thrilled with their attention to detail. The food was delicious, and the staff was incredible to work with, both in the planning and the day of.
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Joanna P. Married on 09/14/2023
5 out of 5 rating

The Happy Catering Company Made Us Happy!

Holly was a joy to work with during the coordinating process. She is genuine, cheerful and communicative. On the day of our wedding, the Happy Catering Company staff were lovely. They were right on top of everything and so sweet to us. We were very pleased with the food and the service and so glad that we had them cater our big day. Such a smooth, seamless process and easily one of our favorite vendors.
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Awards

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Real Weddings

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Luke & Laura
28 photos · 10/17/2016
Matt & Aron
24 photos · 01/31/2016

Professional Network & Endorsements

15 Endorsements
Katie & Alec Photography Katie & Alec Photography Wedding Photographers

There's no better catering company in Birmingham! Their team is friendly, the food is delicious and they're beyond professional!

Lynn Cummings Photography, LLC Lynn Cummings Photography, LLC Wedding Photographers

Happy Catering Company always puts on a great looking and tasty spread. I personally use them for all of my personal events and love to work with them on wedding days!

BridgeStreet Gallery and Loft BridgeStreet Gallery and Loft Historic Weddings

We trust Happy Catering with our couples and corporate clients without any doubt or hesitation!

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The Happy Catering Company frequently asked questions

The Happy Catering Company offers the following event services for weddings:
  • Delivery
  • Set Up
  • Clean Up
The Happy Catering 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 The Happy Catering Company, you can find the following types of cuisine:
  • American
  • Asian
  • BBQ
  • Caribbean
  • Greek
  • Italian
  • Mediterranean
  • Mexican
  • Seafood
  • Southern
At The Happy Catering Company, the following dietary needs can be accomodated:
  • Gluten Free
  • Lactose Free
  • Nut Free
  • Organic
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian
The Happy Catering Company provides the following bar and beverage services for wedding events:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Open Bar
  • Champagne Toast
  • Signature Drink
To cater to all tastes, The Happy Catering Company offers the following food and beverage items:
  • Barware
  • China
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
The Happy Catering Company is recommended by 97% 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, 4.8 in average response time and 4.8 in value.

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