Wedding Caterers in Washington DC

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Catering by Uptown

4.6 (509)
· Beltsville, MD

Catering by Uptown is a wedding caterer based in Beltsville, Maryland. They understand your wedding day is one of the...Read more most special days of your life, and they work hard to go above and beyond to make your wedding experience truly memorable. They offer several things in order to provide what they...

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Windows Catering

4.6 (134)
· Alexandria, VA

Imagination. Creativity. Collaboration. Unique Experiences. Lasting Memories. Come dream with us... Windows Catering is...Read more a full-service catering company located in Alexandria, Virginia. We understand how planning your wedding can be overwhelming and will help take the stress out of the planning...

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$175 starting price
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Twinleaf Catering

4.9 (93)
· Leesburg, VA

“Your love story, served beautifully.” At Twinleaf Catering, we believe every wedding deserves a personal touch—custom...Read more menus, seasonal flair, andstunning tabletop styling that reflect your story. Let Twinleaf transform your wedding into an unforgettable culinaryexperience with love, local flavor,...

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Root and Stem

5.0 (37)
· Falls Church, VA

Root and Stem is a catering company located in Falls Church, Virginia. This caterer wants to know every detail about...Read more your wedding vision, then rely upon that insight to provide catering services that fit your wedding theme like a glove. They make their vendor list available to every client so you...

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$5,000 starting price
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Old Blue BBQ

5.0 (111)
· Alexandria, VA

Based out of Alexandria, Virginia, Old Blue BBQ brings Smoke, Spice, and Southern Hospitality to your wedding! Whether...Read more you envision a rustic, casual celebration or an elegant affair with a twist, our BBQ catering adapts to your style. We pride ourselves on using the highest quality ingredients,...

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Helga's Caterers

4.9 (99)
· Vienna, VA

Helga’s Caterers is a professional, family-owned catering company in Northern Virginia. They have been providing fine...Read more dining services and creating memorable experiences for celebrations in the Washington, D.C. area for over 40 years. Helga’s Caterers specializes in full-service catering and event...

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$1,000 starting price

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Genesis Delight Catering

4.9 (36)
· Lorton, VA

Genesis Delight Catering is a wedding and events catering company operating out of Springfield, Virginia. Since 2012,...Read more this catering team has provided superior cuisine and dining experiences for nearlyweds throughout the DMV area. A chef-owned and family-run business, this company focuses on the...

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$7,500 starting price

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Total Wine & More

4.7 (166)
· Washington DC, DC

Total Wine & More is an independent alcohol retailer with stores based all over the country. Their employees are...Read more committed to their customers and to providing quality products at prices that suit any budget. Total Wine & More is pleased to offer a wide range of alcoholic delights for a couple's...

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Purple Onion Catering Company

4.8 (283)
· Vienna, VA

Purple Onion Catering Company is a caterer located in Vienna, Virginia, that provides services for weddings and events....Read more With 30+ years in the industry, Purple Onion Catering offers high-quality culinary experiences to those in the Washington, DC area. While considering the theme of your wedding and...

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$150 starting price

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Fresh Connections Catering

4.9 (3)
· Fairfax, VA

Fresh Connections Catering is a wedding catering business in Washington, DC, that can help you craft the perfect dinner...Read more party for your special day! The team has the skills and expertise to create a selection of delicious meals and drinks, creating a memorable dining experience for all your guests....

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$4,000 starting price

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Simply Fresh Events

4.9 (192)
· Gaithersburg, MD

Simply Fresh EventsSimply Fresh Events is a premier full-service catering company located in Gaithersburg, Maryland....Read more Founded by two dynamic couples—Matt and Liz Phelan and Geoff and Jocelyn Barker—this team brings over 50 years of professional catering expertise to the table. Their mission is simple...

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Papa's Bistro Catering

Derwood, MD

Papa's Bistro Catering is a wedding catering company and restaurant venue located in Derwood, Maryland. This experienced...Read more team has been creating memorable wedding meals for celebrating couples for over two decades. Cuisine The Papa's Bistro team prides itself on its meticulous attention to detail,...

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Classic Catering

4.9 (37)
· Lorton, VA

Classic Catering is a full-service wedding catering company operating out of Lorton, Virginia. This team of culinary...Read more experts dedicates themselves to providing memorable, one-of-a-kind dining experiences that are unique to each celebration. They are driven by a genuine passion for delivering...

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Jolt of Elixir LLC

5.0 (3)
· Woodbridge, VA

At Jolt of Elixir, we craft the liquid heart of your celebration, ensuring your wedding day is truly unforgettable....Read more Based in Woodbridge, Virginia, we provide unparalleled mobile bartending artistry and bespoke cocktail elegance across Northern VA, Maryland, and Washington, D.C. What sets us apart?...

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$1,250 starting price

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Mezeh Mediterranean Grill

5.0 (1)
· Arlington, VA

Mezeh Mediterranean Grill is a premier eatery and wedding catering business based in Arlington, Virginia. These expert...Read more chefs deliver mouthwatering Mediterranean cuisine to weddings and events across the DMV area and beyond. Cuisine With Mezeh Mediterranean Grill, you and your loved ones can indulge...

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$150 starting price
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High Point Events

4.8 (86)
· Clarksburg, MD

Your wedding day should be a memorable occasion filled with excitement, joy, and more love & happiness than you’ve ever...Read more experienced before. At High Point Events & Catering, we truly understand how important your special day is, creating lifetime memories that will last forever. And we'd love to be a...

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$6,000 starting price
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Sweet indulgence

5.0 (3)
· Montgomery Village, MD

Based in Montgomery Village, Maryland, Sweet indulgence is a wedding catering company that can offer tasty treats to...Read more elevate your dessert table. Their range of chocolate-covered snacks is sure to wow guests and satisfy their sweet tooth. Cuisine From delicious cakecicles to chocolate-covered...

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$18 starting price
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Emma's Torch

Washington, DC

Inspired by the poet and refugee advocate Emma Lazarus, whose words adorn the Statue of Liberty, Emmaʼs Torch was...Read more founded in 2016 as a non-profit social enterprise whose mission is to empower refugees, asylees, and survivors of human trafficking by providing essential culinary-focused training to...

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$5,000 starting price
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Blue Zucchini Catering Company

5.0 (4)
· Reston, VA

Blue Zucchini Catering Company At Blue Zucchini Catering Company, we believe great food brings people together—and...Read more that’s exactly what your wedding day is all about. We’re known for creating fresh, flavorful meals that feel personal, thoughtful, and full of heart. No two weddings are ever the same,...

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1Luv Foods LLC

Stafford, VA

1Luv Foods is a premier wedding catering business based in Stafford, Virginia. This culinary crew specializes in...Read more delicious West African-inspired cuisine carefully prepared for your special day. Cuisine The owners of 1Luv Foods have traveled the world, tasting diverse dishes from the Caribbean to...

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A & A Catering DMV LLC

5.0 (3)
· Montgomery Village, MD

Food – Quality – Experience A&A Catering DMV LLC is a full-service wedding and event catering company serving Washington...Read more D.C., Maryland, and Virginia. We specialize in curating elevated culinary experiences for couples who value flavor, quality, and elegance. Led by Chef Alejandro and Alejandra...

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$500 starting price

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No Sauce Que

5.0 (5)
· La Plata, MD

No Sauce Que is a premier wedding catering service based in La Plata, Maryland, specializing in delivering unforgettable...Read more BBQ experiences. Serving the DMV area, this team is committed to bringing people together through exceptional cuisine and warm, professional service. Whether you’re planning an...

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$4,000 starting price

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HR Preferred Catering

5.0 (2)
· Washington DC, DC

HR Preferred Catering is a wedding catering business in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania, that strives to make celebrations...Read more extra special. This culinary team has over 30 years of experience and is committed to providing high-quality food and hospitality. Cuisine HR Preferred Catering offers a wide range...

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IndAroma Catering

5.0 (316)
· Alexandria, VA

IndAroma Catering is an Indian wedding catering company based in Alexandria, Virginia that services the Washington, D.C....Read more area. IndAroma started with a simple idea to provide high-quality food with great service at a reasonable price. It is the idea that IndAroma stands behind in all aspects of our...

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How much does wedding catering cost?

Food and drink are a major part of the wedding experience (no one wants hangry guests!), so it’s no surprise that you’ll spend a big amount of your total budget on your wedding catering. The average wedding catering cost in the U.S. is about $4,000 with most couples spending between $1,800 to $7,000. Note that wedding catering prices do vary widely depending on your wedding’s location and many other factors, like guest count—but no matter where you’re getting married, delicious and plentiful food is essential to an amazing wedding reception experience.

$ 600 or less Lower range
$ 7,000 Average cost
$ 3,200 - $ 10,000 Most couples spend between
$ 14,590 or more Upper range

Costs displayed are based on spend from thousands of couples who recently reported pricing for this service within their WeddingWire review. Pricing varies based on factors including, but not limited to, vendor’s experience, level of expertise, event guest count, date, and geographic region.

What is included in a wedding catering package?

Your wedding catering may be provided by your wedding venue, or you may want or need to hire an outside caterer. Reading a wedding catering contract can be a bit confusing, but in general, your wedding catering cost will be priced on a “per person” basis. A standard wedding catering package includes the following:

Food: The wedding food cost is the most obvious part of a wedding catering package. You’re paying for the actual food that your guests will eat during cocktail hour and the main meal. Whether it’s served plated or buffet style is up to you and your caterer.
Beverages: Your caterer will likely provide beverages, both alcoholic and not, for your big day.
Staffing: From your event manager to cooks, servers, bartenders, and more, there are lots of staffers that will go into making your wedding day a success. It’s important to work with your caterer to make sure that you have enough people on hand to ensure a smooth reception.
Rentals: Your caterer may also provide rentals, from tables to chairs, dishes to glassware, utensils, and more. Some venues provide these rentals, or you may need to hire a separate rentals company.
Additional fees: Caterers may charge additional costs and fees, including cake cutting fees, corkage fees, and more. Be sure to read your contract carefully—and ask questions—to make sure you understand your wedding catering cost.

What are the different ways to serve wedding reception food?

When determining your wedding food cost, a big factor will be how you’re planning on serving the meal. There are a few serving style options for weddings:

Plated: Otherwise known as a sit-down meal, your guests will be served their meal at their table by a member of the wait staff. There may be a single entrée option served or several entrée options, which your guests can either order in advance (usually on their RSVP card) or at the event. This is the most formal and traditional of wedding serving styles.
Buffet: For a more casual serving style, guests serve themselves from a buffet station. Fifty percent of couples choose a buffet-style reception.
Family-Style: Servers provide large platters of food to reception tables, and guests pass the trays around and serve themselves.
Cocktail-Style: A more modern service style, food is served via passed hors d’oeuvres and at stations. This allows guests to walk around, and mix and mingle during the reception instead of sitting at their tables.

What is the average wedding catering cost per person?

The average wedding catering cost per person varies depending on your wedding’s service style. For a plated meal, the average cost of wedding catering in the U.S. is $40 per person. For a buffet, the average is $27 per person.

Is a wedding reception buffet always the cheaper option?

Most of the time, a wedding reception buffet is indeed less expensive than a plated dinner. While you’ll pay less in staffing and rentals for a buffet-style meal, you’ll need more food since guests are serving themselves. To keep your buffet budget-friendly, avoid serving costly foods (shrimp, for example) buffet-style or have a staffer on hand to serve your guests from the buffet to keep the portions under control.

What is the average cost of alcohol for a wedding?

Alcohol can comprise a major part of your total wedding catering cost. In general, the average starting price in the U.S. for bar service at a wedding is $15 per person.

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Old Blue BBQ

5.0 (111) · Wedding Caterers · Washington DC

Amanda

5.0 out of 5 rating

Carol, Stephen, and the whole Old Blue BBQ crew are incredible. Not only is the food out of this world (not an exaggeration, Stephen has refined his craft) but their hospitality and attention to detail is a cut above, no pun intended. Carol was so helpful with organizing the decorations through the brideshare and generally making sure things were running smoothly in conjunction with our coordination. This place is more than just a business, they are so committed to your experience and satisfaction and it shows. Planning weddings is never fun but I actually miss being in almost weekly contact and the excitement of being able to eat the food (we will definitely be ordering for other events and breakfast). I really can’t recommend them enough. No one remembers wedding food but we know that wasn’t the case with ours. I wish I could go back in time and try it for the first time. Please consider Old Blue BBQ for your event, no matter what it is, or go stop by and order from their other menu, your tastebuds will be happy but you’ll also be supporting a business that gives you their all, even when you show up a week early for your tasting.

Sweet indulgence

5.0 (3) · Wedding Caterers · Washington DC

Events by DMV Cater

5.0 (2) · Wedding Caterers · Washington DC

Barinia

5.0 out of 5 rating

We had an absolutely fantastic experience with Events by DMV Cater for our wedding. From start to finish, their professionalism and attention to detail were evident in every interaction. The team was incredibly responsive and flexible, accommodating all of our requests and working within our budget to create a menu that perfectly suited our tastes. The quality of the food was outstanding – our guests couldn’t stop raving about the dishes! Each course was beautifully presented and delicious, adding a special touch to our celebration. The staff was friendly, efficient, and made sure everything ran smoothly, which allowed us to fully enjoy our big day without any worries. Communication with the Events by DMV Cater team was seamless. They were always quick to respond and offered valuable suggestions that made our wedding even more memorable. I couldn’t have asked for a better catering experience and would highly recommend them to any couple looking for top-notch service and incredible food. Thank you, Events by DMV Cater, for making our wedding day truly special!

A & A Catering DMV LLC

5.0 (3) · Wedding Caterers · Washington DC

Twinleaf Catering

4.9 (93) · Wedding Caterers · Washington DC

Stephanie

5.0 out of 5 rating

Working with Meghan for my couple's wedding at Hilltop Farm on 10/18/25 was an absolute pleasure! Her responsiveness and attention to detail were incredible. She answered all my questions promptly, making it so much easier for me to get back to my client. The food and staff were exceptional, and I can't wait to work with them again. I highly recommend any bride searching for a catering company to look no further and book them—you won't be disappointed! Thank you, Twinleaf!

Classie Sassie Mixerz

5.0 (41) · Wedding Caterers · Washington DC

Becca

5.0 out of 5 rating

Classie Sassie Mixerz did an amazing job bartending my wedding. Ashleigh was so helpful leading up to the wedding and helped me develop something within my budget, created a shopping list for me, checked in to finalize all the details. She even sent me recommendations for cocktail recipes when I was playing bartender at home, trying to decide on my signature drinks. She was so pleasant, professional, and organized, and overall a joy to work with. Highly recommend!

Bar Ro'd

5.0 (8) · Wedding Caterers · Washington DC

Simply Fresh Events

4.9 (192) · Wedding Caterers · Washington DC

Ashley

5.0 out of 5 rating

Simply Fresh Events was simply the best. The food was outstanding and raved about by all the guests. The package was all-inclusive and included rentals and bartenders in one lump sum, for ease. Outside of that, Maya Murphy, was my coordinator and she went above and beyond. I did not have to worry about a thing, she handled things I didn't even know need to be handled. She created my floorplan, turned over the event space seamlessly, and continuously brought me and my now husband food and drinks as we were too busy to do so ourselves. I would not hesitate to recommend Simply Fresh Events or Maya Murphy to anyone and everyone!