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Thompson Catering & Special Events is a catering company based in Winchester, Kentucky. The company’s catering services are ideal for large groups. Menu options reflect a combination of family recipes and regional favorites. With 150 years of combined experience, the catering and event professionals strive to offer top-notch equipment, customer service and food presentation. The team will work with you to create a menu that suits your event and your budget, offering you a variety of culinary options to choose from.

Services Offered
Thompson Catering & Special Events offers setup, cleanup and delivery services. In addition, the company can provide upscale disposable plates and cutlery, tables and chairs, linens and barware.

Cuisine
Cuisine styles include Southern barbeque, comfort food, Southwestern, Spanish, German and Italian. Wedding buffet menu options include chicken marsala, stuffed pork chops, buffalo mozzarella ravioli and chicken capri.

  • Veteran-owned
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Frequently asked questions

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

$21

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

$19

What is the average catering price per person for stations?

$19

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?

Set Up
Clean Up

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$14

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

Limited Bar
Open Bar
House Beer
Specialty Beer
House Wine

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
German
Greek
Italian
Local
Mediterranean
Mexican
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)
Open Bar
Champagne Toast
Signature Drink

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 Thompson Catering & Special Events

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Mary Sent on 07/21/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Rehearsal Dinner

We retained Thompson Catering for our rehearsal dinner which numbered 100 and selected the Mediterranean menu option. The meal was fabulous.! The number of compliments we received were numerous. It’s a busy time for the parents of the bride and groom and that choice of service and cuisine left zero stress and complete enjoyment. The staff went over and above to make all feel welcome were very professional. We would definitely use again and highly recommend!
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Rachel Sent on 12/02/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Delicious and professional

Everyone complimented the food! And they were very professional to work with.
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Alexis Sent on 12/22/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Awesome food and awesome service!

The food is AMAZING and Mike and the staff were an absolute pleasure to work with!
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Cassie Sent on 08/04/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Michael Thompson and his crew are fantastic. They created a ton of options for us to select from and made the entire dinner gluten-free, as I have celiac disease. He didn’t charge extra, as many other caterers said hey would do, and he did some of the shopping himself to ensure the food was all safe. The servers were very friendly and helpful and cleanup was included! He followed up to ensure everything was as we’d hoped and to make sure I didn’t get sick. Can’t rave about them enough!
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Venita Sent on 12/07/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Thompson's did a fantastic job catering our daughter's wedding on Sept 9. We met Melissa at a bridal show and were hooked by the hot brown dip! She helped us create such a fun reception menu - everything from a build your own biscuit bar to a mini coney station (an ode to the groom). Our guests loved it! Melissa and Pippi gave everything a personal touch, made us feel like family, and went above and beyond to meet our every need! Thanks again to both of you and all of your staff!
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Brett Sent on 12/07/2017
5 out of 5 rating
I have used Thompson Catering for special events at work from 50 people up to 100 people 6 or 7 times. From the first call to the time they came to pick up their equipment it was a pleasure working with them. All the lunches were very good. Often the people attending an event would commented on how good the food was and asked who catered. I remember getting notification of a special dietary need a few days before one of the events. I called to ask if it was too late. Thompson didn't even "blink and eye" and told me it would be taken care of. And it was. They were delivering coffee/tea and fruit for breakfast at 8 am every day. They were there at 7:45 am waiting on me. That's hard to find!
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Brenda Sent on 12/07/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Great customer service! They took care of all my questions and concerns. Very friendly and supportive. Easy to work with and the food was delicious! Highly recommend!
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Kat Sent on 12/01/2017
5 out of 5 rating
My new husband and I had Thompson cater our wedding in October. I had met and spoken to a few caterers before I contacted them, and once I found them it was such a great experience from beginning to end. Melissa listened to us better than anyone I had met, crafted the perfect menu for us in no time, and made the whole process much easier than I was expecting. Our guests loved the food and the staff took great care of us at the reception. I would recommend them to anyone in a heartbeat!
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Tracy Sent on 11/30/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Thompson's Catering is one of the best companies I've ever worked with! My company chose Thompson's Catering for our employee picnic. Melissa was so easy to work with. She helped us plan every detail, from picking a perfect venue to getting the most out of our tight budget. She even worked with me right up to the last couple days before our picnic to make sure we had exactly what we needed to make it a success.

My co-workers and I arrived about 30 minutes early to set up some games we'd brought along. The Thompson's crew was already there setting up. They were very friendly, courteous and patient with us as we made some 'on the spot' decisions about timing, etc. They even offered to help us with set up of the games we'd brought! I've had nothing but compliments from my supervisors and co-workers regarding everything that Thompson's provided.

I truly appreciate the professionalism and courteous, friendly service from beginning to end. You guys are definitely on my list for any future events! Thank you!
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Jackie Sent on 12/12/2017
4.9 out of 5 rating
Thompson Catering is the best! The food was delicious and Melissa helped me plan the menu for my vegetarian friends. There was plenty of choices for any taste. She even set aside a plate for my food picky spouse! I highly recommend Thompson Catering for any event you are planning!!!
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Thompson Catering & Special Events frequently asked questions

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