Wedding Caterers in Columbus

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Smoked Lick

5.0 (2)
· Bloomingburg, OH

Smoked Lick BBQ is a wedding catering and delivery company based in Columbus, Ohio. The cooking experts specialize in...Read more original and delicious barbecued and smoked meat creations with the freshest ingredients. Cuisine The caterers pride themselves on bringing the tastiest and finest flavors to each...

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$25 starting price

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Emelio's Catering

4.9 (41)
· Columbus, OH

Emelio’s Catering is a wedding catering & event design company located in Columbus, Ohio. We are a family-owned and...Read more operated business that has been serving customers since 1960. Couples are able to personalize their wedding cuisine to fit their needs. With their amazing cuisine, Emelio’s Catering is...

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City Barbeque

5.0 (20)
· Grove City, OH

Serving up delicious feasts in Columbus, Ohio, City Barbeque is a restaurant and caterer serving weddings. With years of...Read more experience smoking prime cuts of meat to perfection, guests are sure to love the team’s wedding meals. They bring their experience and culinary flair to the service of...

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$20 starting price

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Maxwell’s Wood Fired Catering

4.6 (9)
· Zanesville, OH

Maxwell's Woodfired Catering brings the warmth and flavor of a traditional woodfired pizza experience directly to your...Read more event. Specializing in weddings, corporate gatherings, grad parties, and more, we use our mobile woodfired oven to cook delicious, fresh pizza on-site. Our menu extends beyond pizza...

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$22 starting price

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Condado Tacos

Columbus, OH

Condado Tacos is a Columbus, Ohio-based caterer for weddings and other precious milestones. This fabulous food spot is...Read more owned and run by a team of culinary experts who live to unleash the magic of Mexican cuisine. Whether hosting a micro wedding or a lavish event with loved ones, make every minute of...

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$18.82 starting price

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Fire & Knife

Columbus, OH

Fire & Knife is the premier choice for wedding catering in Columbus, Ohio. This business's friendly and skilled team...Read more will handle every aspect of your catering to ensure a flawless culinary experience. Cuisine FIre & Knife provides full-service catering so you can focus on enjoying your wedding....

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Little Italy Ristorante

Groveport, OH

Little Italy Ristorante is a restaurant and wedding catering company in Groveport, Ohio. Since 1979, Little Italy...Read more Ristorante has been more than just a restaurant; it's a place where memories are made and shared, one dish at a time. Our mission has always been to create great meals that become the...

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$2,000 starting price

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Event Thyme Catering

Powell, OH

Event Thyme Catering is a wedding catering service located in Powell, Ohio. This establishment focuses on bringing a...Read more fresh and innovative culinary solution to your special day. Through exceptional service and delicious cuisine, this team of professionals will strive to ensure you and your loved ones...

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Intoxicology Mobile Bar

Dublin, OH

Intoxicology Mobile Bar is based in Dublin, Ohio, and provides bar services and beverages for weddings and other special...Read more events. Owners Miles and Preston are seasoned bartenders with years of experience in hospitality. Having practiced their skills and developed a deep knowledge of crafting...

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$800 starting price

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Dos Hermanos Taco Truck

5.0 (4)
· Columbus, OH

Dos Hermanos Taco Truck offers its wedding catering services to couples in Columbus, Ohio. Owner Lisa Gutierrez has...Read more always been passionate about food. When she and her husband, Vicente, purchased a food truck, however, she was able to live out her entrepreneurial dreams. Cuisine When booking Dos...

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$1,100 starting price

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Hudson’s Edge Catering & Events LLC

5.0 (51)
· London, OH

Hudson’s Edge Catering & Events LLC is a wedding catering company operating out of London, Ohio. Since 2014, owner Bryan...Read more Wison and his talented team of chefs and servers have been crafting exceptional dining experiences for private events of all varieties. A graduate of the acclaimed Culinary...

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Paddy Wagon

5.0 (11)
· Columbus, OH

Paddy Wagon is a mobile wedding caterer based in Columbus, Ohio. They are one of the city's original food trucks with...Read more over a decade of experience in the industry.Paddy Wagon specializes in serving American street food, aka Culinary Justice. They are a fun and unique food truck with elevated...

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$1,400 starting price

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Knife, Herb and Fire Caterers

5.0 (7)
· Columbus, OH

Knife, Herb and Fire in Columbus, Ohio caters to weddings, rehearsal dinners, corporate events, private parties or...Read more whatever you might need professional catering for. We can serve your guests buffet style so they can customize their own plate, family-style on platters and in bowls on each table to be...

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$27.95 starting price

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Berwick Manor Banquet Center & Catering

4.9 (225)
· Columbus, OH

Berwick Manor Banquet Center & Catering is a wedding catering company based out of Columbus, Ohio. This family-owned and...Read more operated restaurant was originally founded in 1955 by Tony and Maria Susi. For more than 60 years, the Susis have served gourmet Italian cuisine and other favorites to their...

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Milano Creative Catering

4.8 (65)
· Columbus, OH

Milano Creative Catering is a wedding catering company based in Columbus, Ohio. With over 46 years of experience serving...Read more their clients, this business has garnered expertise in the culinary industry. Their dedicated team will strive to provide delicacies for your momentous occasion that look and...

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Heritage Catering

Newark, OH

Heritage Catering is a wedding caterer operating out of Newark, Ohio. In business for more than 40 years, this...Read more family-run business provides full-service catering for events of all sizes and styles. They also provide event planning to help coordinate your dream event seamlessly. Services...

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Eighty Eight Catering

Columbus, OH

Eighty Eight Catering is a wedding catering business based in Upper Sandusky, Ohio, servicing most of Northwest Ohio and...Read more beyond. They are a company specializing in locally-sourced ingredients to create a menu in the image of every couple they work with. Their creative, stylish approach to catering...

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Tables4Us, LLP

5.0 (14)
· Powell, OH

At Tables4Us, we don’t just feed your guests — we WOW them. We’re not your average caterers... we're the plot twist your...Read more wedding didn’t know it needed. 💥 Based in Powell, OH, we specialize in crafting culinary experiences that become part of your love story — with sizzling live paella shows,...

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Catering by Scott

4.3 (39)
· Columbus, OH

When you hire Catering by Scott “Affairs to Remember”, you are investing in a higher level of confidence and our...Read more specialized attention to detail. We are here to take all the anxiety out of planning and organizing your affair, so that you can sit back, relax and enjoy yourself. (The kudos will...

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Roosters Catering & Food Truck

5.0 (12)
· Pickerington, OH

Roosters Catering & Food Truck is known for bringing Roosters fun, casual joint to your wedding.With 15 locations...Read more throughout Central Ohio, Roosters is notorious for their award-winning wings and wait staff. With an energetic team operating our catering division and mobile food trucks, we provide...

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$500 starting price

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Milo's Catering

4.9 (32)
· Columbus, OH

Milo's Catering is one of Central Ohio's most experienced and respected caterers. Since 1998, we have brought a...Read more signature style to your most important gatherings by combining extraordinary food, courteous and professional service, and careful attention to detail to help ensure your event is...

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PC Events Catering, Inc.

4.6 (180)
· Powell, OH

PC Events Catering is a company in Powell, Ohio, serving central Ohio for over 31 years and specializing in wedding...Read more receptions and other beautiful events. Their most popular, all-inclusive wedding package includes everything couples need for a successful wedding reception. They look forward to...

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All Occasions Catering & Banquet Facility

4.8 (19)
· Waldo, OH

All Occasions Catering & Banquet Facility is a full-service wedding and event catering company located in Waldo, Ohio....Read more This family-owned-and-operated establishment has been serving delicious dishes with a friendly smile since 1982. The talented team behind this business takes great pride in helping...

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Barrel & Boar

5.0 (2)
· Newark, OH

Barrel & Boar is a wedding catering business based in Central Ohio. Specializing in smoked meats and BBQ meals, this...Read more company is passionate about producing exceptional celebratory feasts. With over 30 years of experience, their friendly and professional staff strives to leave a lasting impression on...

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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.

$ 335 or less Lower range
$ 3,845 Average cost
$ 2,000 - $ 6,050 Most couples spend between
$ 10,000 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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Tables4Us, LLP

5.0 (14) · Wedding Caterers · Columbus

Christina

5.0 out of 5 rating

It was a beautiful wedding! A special meal blending the two cultures was prepared. The story behind the paella was shared before it was served. #TABLES4USWEDDING were the catering company, and they did an awesome job! OMG. unforgettable experience. something that will remain in our memory and in our hearts. I can't describe all this wonderful experience that Table4us gives us. people of quality, dedicated and loving their work, each of those people who make up this wonderful group are exceptional. 100% recommended, everything was delicious and all the guests enjoyed this whole experience. Thank you again for all the services. I would hire them a thousand times again. The Charcuterie Bar It was something unmatched.They have the best team ever.. Where everyone was committed to doing their best. Every detail, every moment was specially crafted with love and affection.

Berwick Manor Banquet Center & Catering

4.9 (225) · Wedding Caterers · Columbus

G Zehr

5.0 out of 5 rating

Berwick was on the list of accepted caterers at our wedding venue. They came highly recommended. The tasting they provided was excellent and helped us make the decision. They were easy to work with and provided helpful advice throughout the entire process. Numerous guests said it was the best meal they’d had at a wedding. We have shared what a great experience we had with Berwick with family and friends and would definitely recommend them.

Roosters Catering & Food Truck

5.0 (12) · Wedding Caterers · Columbus

Amy

5.0 out of 5 rating

Rooster's is one of mine and my husband's favorite restaurants! As soon as he found out they catered to the wedding venue we chose, he was 100% sold! During the process of planning, Keely was awesome to work with and extremely helpful and communicative! Everything was organized and well kept track of! The day of the wedding, they arrived and had everything prepared with plenty of time to spare and the staff was so sweet to us and all of our guests! They even gave us a wedding gift! We would highly recommend their catering services to other brides, grooms, and anybody looking to cater any occasion!

Maxwell’s Wood Fired Catering

4.6 (9) · Wedding Caterers · Columbus

Jessie

5.0 out of 5 rating

Maxwell’s catered our wedding in October this year! We knew we wanted pizza for our reception, and tried a few different companies and Maxwell’s was by far the best! From the flavor of their pizzas to the communication with their staff. They were overall amazing to work with and handled such a big portion of our day flawlessly. Their grazing tables are beautifully displayed and they even packaged up any leftovers we had from the day!

City Barbeque

5.0 (20) · Wedding Caterers · Columbus

Smoked Lick

5.0 (2) · Wedding Caterers · Columbus

Paddy Wagon

5.0 (11) · Wedding Caterers · Columbus

Emily

5.0 out of 5 rating

We hired the Paddy Wagon to feed our wedding of about 140 people a couple weekends ago and it was fantastic! We had two food trucks come to our venue and they served all of our guests in under an hour. Many people came up to me to tell me how great the food was. Also, the Paddy Wagon team was super responsive when we were working on booking food trucks which is extremely nice when planning a wedding. If you're looking for a budget friendly but also tasty option for food at your wedding, hire the Paddy Wagon!

Dos Hermanos Taco Truck

5.0 (4) · Wedding Caterers · Columbus

Hudson’s Edge Catering & Events LLC

5.0 (51) · Wedding Caterers · Columbus

Milo's Catering

4.9 (32) · Wedding Caterers · Columbus

Kenneth

5.0 out of 5 rating

Milo’s Catering was a pleasure to work with for our wedding needs. Our guests have not stopped talking about how great all the food was- from the cocktail hour, to dinner, and closing out with the greatest late night tacos ever (highly recommend)! We planned our wedding from out of state, so the Milo’s team was very accommodating during our tasting and were well prepared the day of the wedding. Milo’s had very fair pricing and the food was top notch. We worked with Lynn, and everything ran smoothly, was plated and served in a timely manner, and wine and desserts were served without a hitch. Thank you for being there to make our wedding the best day ever! Best regards, Ken & Cathy Brophy

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