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Bird & Co.

5.0 (6)
· Portland, ME

Bird & Co, based in Portland, ME, is a catering company that will come to you! We specialize in providing on-site and...Read more mobile catering services for weddings and other events. From custom taco bars and BBQ grazing stations out of our mobile kitchen, to our custom stations to fit exactly what you want,...

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Saltwater Grille

5.0 (7)
· South Portland, ME

Saltwater Grille is a wedding venue located in South Portland, Maine. Situated directly on the picturesque Casco Bay,...Read more the restaurant offers scenic views and showcases the Portland skyline as its backdrop. Their private, second-floor event spaces are ideal for couples looking to celebrate in an...

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Vista & Vows

4.9 (8)
· Bangor, ME

Based in Belfast, Maine. Vista & Vows provides bespoke catering services for events and weddings. This experienced...Read more culinary team has over a decade of experience crafting mouth-watering dishes for couples and their guests. Owner Bethany is a certified nutritionist and expert at adapting their menus...

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Freshies Wood Fired

Hampden, ME

In Hampden, Maine, Freshies Wood Fired cooks up fresh and delicious pizza, providing an exceptional food truck catering...Read more option for weddings in the area. This elevated pizza truck will transform your special day into an unforgettable celebration. Cuisine When the Freshies Wood Fired truck arrives at...

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$1,350 starting price

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O' Oysters

South Portland, ME

O' Oysters is a wedding caterer that is based out of South Portland, Maine. This mobile cuisine business is pleased to...Read more deliver oyster feasts to happy clients nearly anywhere. They provide fresh and delicious oysters to couples and their guests, shucking them based on preference with exceptional...

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FOR THE LOVE OF FOOD & DRINK

4.8 (115)
· Wells, ME

A unique wedding catering company in Wells, Maine, For The Love of Food & Drink, provides couples with top-notch,...Read more professional service. This group strives to create special meals and menus for every couple they serve, as it is their passion to concoct the perfect recipes every time. In addition to...

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Arkeo’s Wood Fired Pizza

5.0 (5)
· Augusta, ME

Arkeo's Wood Fired Pizza is a wedding and event caterer based in Augusta, Maine. We bring our wood-fired mobile pizza...Read more oven to your special event. We offer a variety of traditional and specialty hand-tossed pizzas, charcuterie boards, salads, and more. We use fresh, quality ingredients, including our...

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$1,500 starting price

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Great Wave Sushi

Portland, ME

Great Wave Sushi is a premier sushi catering business based in Portland, Maine, and a perfect choice for your wedding...Read more reception or pre-wedding celebration. Founded by skilled sushi chef Alexander Herzog in 2020, these experts in Japanese cuisine will prepare unforgettable food for you and your...

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Lady Shuckers

5.0 (4)
· Portland, ME

Lady Shuckers is a wedding catering company based in Portland, Maine. This mobile raw bar sources its ingredients from...Read more women-, minority- and LGBTQIA+-owned sea farms across the state. The team behind this company is passionate about helping their community in any way they can while working with...

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Above & Beyond Catering

4.9 (54)
· Sanford, ME

Above and Beyond is a Maine-style catering company based in Alfred, Maine. As the name suggests, Above and Beyond goes...Read more well over the call of being a catering company and helps in many other areas on your wedding day. Our servicing locations encompass all of Southern Maine outwards to Fryeburg and...

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Maine Mixologist

4.4 (9)
· New Gloucester, ME

Maine Mixologist is a mobile bar service based in New Gloucester, Maine. This fully insured company is comprised of...Read more trained and highly energetic staff that are enthusiastic about serving you and your guests for your wedding celebration. Owner, Misty Coolidge, founded Maine Mixologist 10 years ago...

$950 starting price

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The Portland Board

4.6 (1)
· South Portland, ME

Based near Knightville in South Portland, Maine, The Portland Board offers exceptional wedding catering and specializes...Read more in lavish charcuterie boards. Using only the freshest local ingredients, this remarkable culinary crew creates delectable dishes that showcase the authentic taste of Maine. They...

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French Picnic

5.0 (55)
· Portland, ME

A personalized wedding catering company in Portland, Maine, French Picnic is owned and run by veteran chef Edward...Read more Bondellio. Before launching his own catering company, Bondellio gained cooking experience from his Italian grandparents and working in top restaurants in Manhattan. One fact that remains...

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Musette LLC

Kennebunkport, ME

Musette LLC is a wedding catering service operating out of Kennebunkport, Maine. With a focus on freshness and flavor,...Read more this team of chefs, servers, and coordinators are ready to provide your guests with an unforgettable dining experience. They offer a selection of exquisite dining options to choose...

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Coastal Critters Clam Bakes

4.7 (20)
· Lincolnville, ME

Coastal Critters Clam Bakes is a full-service clambake and barbeque grilling catering service located in Maine....Read more Servicing weddings since 1978, Coastal Critters can provide an award-winning published menu or accommodate a custom menu made by the bride and groom.Services OfferedCoastal Critters Clam...

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$50 starting price

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Barkeep Catering

Dayton, ME

As a fully licensed and insured beverage catering company, we're dedicated to turning your event into an extraordinary...Read more experience. Our expert mixologists create artfully crafted cocktails that wow your guests and set the perfect mood. Whether it’s an intimate gathering or a grand celebration, we...

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Save Your Thyme Catering & Personal Chef

4.6 (8)
· Rockport, ME

Located in Thomaston, Maine, Save Your Thyme Catering & Personal Chef provides delicious cuisine for weddings and other...Read more special occasions. This team of talented caterers is inspired by flavors found around the world. Whether you're planning a quaint gathering or a large wedding, this group of chefs...

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Blue Elephant Catering

4.9 (60)
· Saco, ME

With over 25 years of catering experience, Blue Elephant Events & Catering creates unique and memorable designer events...Read more and weddings for any budget. Offering competitive pricing, we provide innovative food menus, table & room decor, and staffing for any party or special event. Serving New England,...

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Roadside BBQ

4.9 (6)
· Lewiston, ME

Based out of Lisbon Maine, Roadside BBQ is an authentic event catering business serving weddings, birthdays and other...Read more special occasions. The team prides itself on preparing traditional American-style BBQ with contemporary modern twists. Head Chef and Grillmaster Tony will prepare a banquet of...

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Bar Harbor Catering Company

4.9 (57)
· Bar Harbor, ME

Bar Harbor Catering Company (BHCC) is a wedding caterer located on Mount Desert Island in Bar Harbor, Maine that...Read more utilizes its location to provide local produce and ingredients. Along with catering options, BHCC can also be a resource for rentals and day-of event planning. For 2020, a seaside...

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Stone Cove Catering

5.0 (44)
· Bristol, ME

Stone Cove Catering is a catering company located in Bristol, Maine. Specializing in Maine-style cuisine, Stone Cove...Read more serves the midcoast of Maine and has food options to fit almost any wedding. This catering company prides itself in creating menus that are as unique as the couple.Services Offered...

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Black Tie Catering & Events

4.5 (46)
· Portland, ME

At Black Tie, we pay close attention to every single detail. From the fresh, high-quality ingredients in our food to the...Read more table setting at your most special event, we strive for excellence at every level of service. Is it hard work? Yes. Do we love it? Absolutely! As a small Maine business with more...

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Lake & Co.

5.0 (7)
· Portland, ME

Lake & Co. is a wedding caterer located in Portland, Maine. Couples who want to create their own menu from scratch can...Read more turn to this custom caterer, owned and operated by Hannah and Chuck White, who have over 15 years of experience in professional food service. Hannah and Chuck look forward to...

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Brickyard Hollow Brewing Co

Portland, ME

Brickyard Hollow Brewing Co. is a brewery and eatery will locations across Maine. Specializing in unique craft pizzas...Read more and delicious Maine beers, we are the perfect partner for your next event. Offering three different catering options (Traditional Catering, Food Truck Catering, and Beer Truck...

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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.

$ 900 or less Lower range
$ 5,069 Average cost
$ 3,050 - $ 8,600 Most couples spend between
$ 13,000 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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