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  • Hy-vee

    Hy-vee is a Mission, Kansas provider of wedding catering, cakes, and sweet treats. Their team of artisans can craft a...Read more wide range of scrumptious delights, ranging from a tower of doughnuts to tiered wedding cakes. Whatever couples desire on their wedding day, Hy-vee can help make it...

  • The Social Plate KC

    Operating out of Riverside, Missouri, The Social Plate KC is a wedding catering company that specializes in refined and...Read more visually stunning individual charcuterie boards, charcuterie cup and boxes. Founded by Kansas City local Jessica Robinson, this service transforms traditional grazing boards into a...

    Delivery Set Up Clean Up Dietary Hors d'oeuvres
    $18 starting price
    2 deals -10% Discount
    Responds within 24 hours
  • Raviolis pasta 2GO

    Looking for something unique and unforgettable for your wedding day? Ravioli’s Pasta 2GO is Kansas City’s favorite...Read more Italian food truck, serving up fresh pasta bowls, sandwiches, and Italian comfort food that your guests will rave about. We offer fully customizable menus, from tasteful buffet-style...

    Delivery Set Up Clean Up Dietary Buffet
    $800 starting price
  • Matthew’s Catering

    Serving the Kansas City area, Matthew’s Catering is a wedding caterer based out of Raymore, Missouri. Owner and chef...Read more Matt Cross was born and raised in Kansas City, where his father ran numerous restaurants. Before too long Matt found himself working in a prep kitchen as well, an experience that...

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    $18 starting price
  • Zarda BBQ

    Based in Blue Springs, MO, and Lenexa, KS, Zarda BBQ is a wedding catering business specializing in slow-cooked meats...Read more and buffet-style dining. After more than 45 years of catering for weddings, the culinary team continues to provide memorable and delicious dining experiences. Couples can customize...

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    $14.75 starting price
    Responds within 24 hours
  • Akey's Catering

    Based in Cameron, Missouri, Akey’s Catering. A family-owned business, Dale and Joann Akey are committed to making the...Read more planning process as straightforward as possible. This company was founded in 1996 and takes a homemade approach to meals. Dale and Joann started this business from their kitchen at...

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    $13 starting price
    Responds within 24 hours
  • Char Bar & Meat Mitch BBQ

    Both Char Bar Smoked Meats & Amusements and Meat Mitch Barbecue, establishments under the restaurant collective Culinary...Read more Virtue, provide catering services to weddings in both Kansas City, Missouri, and Leawood, Kansas. These restaurants specialize in a wide range of cuisines, perfect for celebrating...

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    $25 starting price
  • Cosentino's Catering

    Cosentino's Catering is a wedding catering company based in Kansas City. Their beautiful presentation and remarkable...Read more value make this hometown favorite and an ideal choice for wedding receptions, rehearsals, or showers. They offer a mouthwatering variety of meals, beverages, desserts, and floral...

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  • Shindy Mobile Bar

    Shindy Mobile Bar – Mobile Bartending Done Right At Shindy Mobile Bar, our Certified Bartenders are dedicated to...Read more creating a unique, personalized, and unforgettable experience for your special event. From weddings to corporate events, our team brings expertise, energy, and elegance with every pour....

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    $1,000 starting price
    Responds within 24 hours
  • Terrace Catering

    A gourmet wedding catering company in Edgerton, Kansas, Terrace Catering is a mother-daughter duo that love to craft...Read more incredible tasting foods for their clients. One of the most important aspects to planning your wedding day is choosing the caterer. By booking Terrace Catering, you are assured both...

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    $10 starting price
    3 deals
    Responds within 24 hours
  • Taylor Made Catering

    Taylor Made Catering is located in Lenexa, Kansas so we can easily accommodate up to 60 miles of the Lenexa area. Our...Read more catering company started 25 years ago, about the time I was born! That's right, we are a father/daughter catering duo! We've been doing weddings since before I can remember. With...

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    $2,000 starting price
  • Plaza Catering

    Plaza Catering in Overland Park, KS, stands as the premier culinary partner for events of all scales, from intimate...Read more gatherings to grand celebrations. Nestled in the heart of Overland Park, our catering company blends passion for exquisite cuisine with a commitment to impeccable service. At Plaza...

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    $20 starting price
    Responds within 24 hours
  • Catering On Locke

    Catering On Locke is a wedding catering company based out of Independence, Missouri. Specializing in creating...Read more unforgettable culinary experiences, Chef Marcus Locke and his team will ensure your wedding meal gets the attention it deserves. This talented professional has over a decade of experience in...

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    $1,000 starting price
    1 deal -3% Discount
    Responds within 24 hours
  • Minsky's Pizza

    Minsky's Pizza is a wedding catering company based in Olathe, Kansas, delivering deliciousness in every slice....Read more Specializing in fresh, gourmet pizza and Italian-American classics, this culinary team will definitely wow you and your guests. They have been repeatedly voted "Kansas City's Best Pizza" by...

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    $2,500 starting price
  • Gourmet-ish Catering

    Gourmet-ish Catering is a Kansas City, Missouri-based catering company serving weddings and other special events in the...Read more area. This team of culinary experts creates flavorful dishes that will impress everyone in attendance and have them coming back for more. Cuisine As its name suggests, Gourmet-ish...

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    $20 starting price
    Responds within 24 hours
  • Crazy Good Eats

    Crazy Good Eats is a wedding catering company based in Olathe, Kansas. This catering company specializes in delicious...Read more and familiar Kansas City-style barbecue that will surely satisfy you and your guests. This team is happy to cater gatherings of all sizes, from intimate, backyard parties to grand...

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  • Sugar and Spice Catering

    Sugar and Spice Catering is a wedding and special event catering company located in Kansas City, Missouri. This team of...Read more expert culinary professionals specializes in providing stress-free and high-quality catering services at affordable prices. They pride themselves on their eye-catching displays,...

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    Responds within 24 hours
  • Culinary Creations

    Culinary Creations is a wedding catering service based in Grandview, Missouri. Striving to offer the highest-quality...Read more service, this versatile team works with each couple to create a fitting feast for their special day. Head chef Eric Rodricks has over two decades of experience in the industry,...

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    $30 starting price
  • Joe's Kansas City Bar-B-Que

    Joe's Kansas City Bar-B-Que is a casual wedding catering company in Olathe, Kansas. The team offers delicious American...Read more barbecue dishes and exceptional dining experiences for your wedding celebration. With buffet-style dishes, their services are ideal for a laid-back celebration.

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    $1,500 starting price
    Responds within 24 hours
  • Embrace the Grape Beverage Catering

    Embrace the Grape Beverage Catering is a liquor licensed beverage caterer in Kansas and Missouri We are full-service...Read more including transporting all beverage, set up, professional service and end of the evening clean up. Once you hire us, we take over every detail associated with the bar, including...

    Cocktail Reception Open Bar Bartender(s)
    $17 starting price
    Responds within 24 hours
  • Relish Catering & Events

    Relish Catering & Events provides delicious catering options for weddings in the Greater Kansas City area by creating...Read more personalized dining options to suit every couple’s specific needs. The team at Relish works hard to create a meal to remember. Whether you’d like a casual or elegant affair, they can...

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  • Infinite Catering

    Infinite Catering, formerly Ambrosia Catering KC, has been in the wedding catering and events business for 13 years....Read more Founded by husband and wife team Chef Rich and Coleen Babcock whose vision is to make each event special, seamless, and stress free. Based in Leawood, Kansas; we fulfill distinct and...

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    Responds within 24 hours
  • RJ's Bob-Be-Que Shack

    RJ's Bob-Be-Que Shack is a wedding catering business based out of Mission, Kansas. Bob Palmgren and his wife Denise...Read more decided to open up this operation after the former had spent years working in the culinary sphere. His time spent as a chef means that he possesses the know-how to prepare a...

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    $1,500 starting price
  • Stroud's Catering

    Stroud's Catering is an acclaimed wedding catering company based in Overland Park, Kansas, serving the Kansas City area....Read more Stroud's Catering is more than just the home of fried chicken in Kansas City - we're your go-to for unforgettable wedding catering! 🍗👰 Our home-style menu and tradition-rich...

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    $2,000 starting price

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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.

  • $ 300 or less Lower range
  • $ 2,500 Average cost
  • $ 1,500 - $ 3,800 Most couples spend between
  • $ 7,350 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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Your Guide to Choosing A Wedding Caterer In Kansas City

Kansas City is the largest city in Missouri and is a metropolitan melting pot of art, culture, and history. Thanks to its contributions to music, particularly to the genres of jazz and blues, it is the only city in the United States to hold the title of ‘A City Of Music’, granted by UNESCO. Kansas City boasts a beautiful cityscape, with over 200 fountains scattered throughout, offering idyllic wedding photo opportunities at every corner.

Catering and Cuisine in Kansas City

vKansas City is well known for its foodie culture, in particular for its expertise in cooking barbeque. The city contains more barbecue restaurants than any other area in the US, perhaps since the idea of mixing molasses into barbeque sauces was born here. With a wide variety of wedding caterers, couples can choose between the city’s traditional cuisine and a variety of fare including other classic American dishes, Mexican, and Italian. If your venue does not provide a bartending service, it might also be worth checking out wedding caterers who can provide both food and drinks to save you some extra time and money.

Alternatives In The Gateway To The West

If Kansas City isn’t quite what you have in mind, try heading down to Jefferson City, just a couple of hours away. While smaller than its neighbor, Jefferson City is Missouri’s capital, and contains many of the state's noteworthy historical buildings such as the Missouri State Capitol and the Governor’s Mansion. Set on the Missouri River and with 18 vast parks totaling 1,400 acres of picturesque scenery, the city offers a picturesque location for outdoor and waterfront nuptials.

What To Expect From The Weather

Kansas City benefits from a warm and temperate climate, with the mildest months being May, June, and September. During July, temperatures can reach up to an average high of 90.1 degrees, while the coldest month is January when they can dip as low as 22.4 degrees. This is something that you and your wedding caterer might want to consider when planning your menu, as while no-one wants an outdoor barbeque during the rainy season, everyone loves a cookout while the sun is shining.

Get Wise For Your Wedding

  • Where can I get married in Kansas City?
  • There is an incredible variety of great wedding locations in this city. Barn and farm locations are quite popular here, for couples wanting to make the most of the surroundings without straying too far from the city lights. Whether you want to exchange vows in a hotel, park or celebrate on a rooftop, there’s something for everyone.

  • How much do wedding caterers cost?
  • On average, catering in this area costs about $2,500, with most couples spending between $1,500 and $3,800.

  • Where can I stay in Kansas City?
  • Kansas City contains plenty of hotels to choose from, with many offering block booking options so you can reserve rooms for your guests as well.

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