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    • A1 Catering
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    A1 Catering

    4.8 (33)
     · Saint Augustine, FL

    A1 Catering is a wedding catering business situated in Jacksonville, Florida, serving the surrounding areas. This team...Read more of culinary experts is committed to providing their clients with fresh and delicious cuisine. These chefs have been operating in the catering industry for over three decades. They...

    • Liberty Lane Catering
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    Liberty Lane Catering

    4.7 (30)
     · Hampton, NH

    Liberty Lane Catering is a wedding caterer based in Hampton, New Hampshire. This is a full-service professional catering...Read more company that takes your wedding vision and brings it to life for your special day! With almost two decades of experience, Liberty Lane Catering is not only equipped with a team of...

    • Sub Zero Ice Cream
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    Sub Zero Ice Cream

    4.9 (3)
     · Provo, UT

    Based in Provo, Utah, Sub Zero Ice Cream is a frozen dessert catering business based on the principle of customizable...Read more food. Owners and founders Jerry and Naomi Hancock combined their love of food and science to create a delicious and interesting wedding treat. With a background in chemistry, Jerry...

    • Roche Bros.
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    Roche Bros.

    Boston, MA

    Roche Bros. is a wedding catering company located in Millis, Massachusetts. Conveniently for couples, this business has...Read more 20 different locations in the Boston area. The professional culinary team uses quality ingredients and fresh produce to create an array of flavorsome dishes. They can prepare...

    • The Wright People
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    The Wright People

    4.8 (2)
     · Washington, DC

    The Wright People is a Washington, DC-based business that offers staffing, event management, and planning/consulting...Read more services for wedding catering. Owner Rick Wright founded this enterprise in October 1996 with a single goal: to offer high-end staffing for caterers and venues. Soon he was getting...

    • The American BBQ
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    The American BBQ

    5.0 (18)
     · Danvers, MA

    The American BBQ is a professional catering company and full-service restaurant based out of Rowley, Massachusetts. In...Read more addition to barbeque, they specialize in American, Mexican and Southern cuisine. They offer couples multiple packages to choose from, to accommodate a variety of tastes and budgets....

    • Qworks BBQ
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    Qworks BBQ

    5.0 (11)
     · Redlands, CA

    Qworks BBQ is an award-winning BBQ catering company based out of Redlands, California. This experienced team of skilled...Read more chefs works closely with each couple to create a custom feast for their special day. Their focus is on your tastes, offering a wide selection of perfectly cooked meats and...

    • Mixx Louisiana
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    Mixx Louisiana

    5.0 (13)
     · Baton Rouge, LA

    Mixx Lousiana is a mobile bartending service based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, that specializes in weddings. Run by a...Read more team of skilled mixologists, this company works to make sure couples and their guests are cared for throughout the night. They offer a variety of packages and add-ons to match each...

    • Katharos Catering
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    Katharos Catering

    5.0 (26)
     · Grand Rapids, MI

    Katharos Catering is a professional wedding caterer based in Niles, Michigan. They pride themselves in providing fresh,...Read more clean, healthy, and delectable food. They strive to provide quality produce and shop local as often as possible. Chef Cynthia G. is skilled in working with all dietary restrictions...

    • Juste Hors D'Oeuvres
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    Juste Hors D'Oeuvres

    4.9 (57)
     · Bethel, CT

    Juste Hors D’Oeuvres is a wedding catering company based in Bethel, Connecticut. Owner Marylyn B. Schwartz started the...Read more business to combine her love of cooking and desire to share the joy that creating delicious dishes brings with others. This business is committed to exceeding their clients'...

    • Philomena's Catering Co.

    Philomena's Catering Co.

    5.0 (1)
     · Little River, SC

    Philomena’s Catering Co. is a wedding culinary service based in Little River, South Carolina. Serving the General Grand...Read more Strand, Horry County and Brunswick County area (does not include Charleston and Georgetown County.) Led by Chef Alexandra, this company is passionate about delivering unforgettable...

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    • Almond Cakes and Catering
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    Almond Cakes and Catering

    5.0 (3)
     · Atlanta, GA

    Almond Cakes and Catering is a wedding catering company based in Atlanta, Georgia. Their culinary creativity and passion...Read more for quality meals and desserts have made them incredibly popular with couples all across the city. They don't just serve delicious mains, sweet treats, and other culinary...

    • CT Cocktail Car
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    CT Cocktail Car

    5.0 (3)
     · Westchester, NY

    CT Cocktail Car is a Cocktail focused catering company based in New Haven, Connecticut. This remodeled and repurposed...Read more 1974 Volkswagen bus bar is sure to bring a smile to your guests' faces as seasoned professional bartenders prepare delicious signature cocktails. CT Cocktail Car uses fine spirits,...

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    • Wandering Table Catering
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    Wandering Table Catering

    5.0 (3)
     · Redmond, WA

    Wandering Table Catering is a wedding catering company that is based in Redmond, Washington. The firm was founded in...Read more 2017 by April Craig and began under the name of Life Mashed In. In the beginning, the team offered dinner services but as their customer base expanded the company evolved into...

    • Championship Catering
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    Championship Catering

    5.0 (1)
     · Saint Louis, MO

    Based in Saint Louis, Missouri, Championship Catering can be hired for weddings and events of all sizes. This company...Read more understands the care that is placed into each decision when couples are planning their wedding. They know that making what feels like the right choice can be difficult. Because of...

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    • TLC Catering
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    TLC Catering

    East Glacier Park, MT

    TLC Catering is a woman-owned wedding and special event catering company based in Shelby, Montana. This team specializes...Read more in providing soon-to-be newlywed couples with exceptional service as they prepare to host the wedding event of their dreams. Their goal is to provide every couple they serve with...

    • Skye Cafe Inc
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    Skye Cafe Inc

    Cypress, TX

    Operating out of Cypress, Texas, Skye Cafe Inc is a wedding catering company. The owner and founder of this thriving...Read more enterprise, Lena Lindsey is a food-obsessed professional with a commitment to quality over quantity. She and her team combine their talents in the kitchen with a relentless dedication...

    • Fifty Licks Ice Cream
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    Fifty Licks Ice Cream

    Portland, OR

    Fifty Licks Ice Cream is a dessert catering service available for weddings in Portland, Oregon. Owner, Chad Draizin,...Read more brought his passion for food science and his love for creamy treats together to create unique ice cream flavors. Their signature vintage blue ice cream truck will be a sweet surprise...

    • Oaxaca
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    Oaxaca

    Weatherford, TX

    Oaxaca "wo-ha-ka" is a wedding catering company in Weatherford, Texas, specializing in gourmet Mexican cuisine. Every...Read more dish is made from scratch, embracing Mexico's traditional flavors and cooking styles to ensure every bite is delicious. The team combines the best refined and sophisticated dining...

    • Dickey's Barbeque Pit

    Dickey's Barbeque Pit

    Rockford, IL

    Dickey's Barbeque Pit is a restaurant and catering business in Rockford, Illinois that offers wedding catering services....Read more Couples may call on this team to provide authentic Texas-style barbecue for their table. Services Offered This catering team can tend to events of any size. Whether box lunches,...

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    • The Cavalryman Steakhouse
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    The Cavalryman Steakhouse

    Laramie, WY

    The Cavalryman Steakhouse is a wedding catering service operating out of Laramie, Wyoming. This experienced team of...Read more caterers specializes in providing celebrations with traditional flame-grilled Wyoming cuisine. Dedicated to delivering nothing less than outstanding service, they offer a tantalizing...

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    • Sweet Grace Pastry Shop
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    Sweet Grace Pastry Shop

    McAllen, TX

    Based in McAllen, Texas, Sweet Grace Pastry Shop is a bakeshop specializing in wedding cakes and desserts. The...Read more experienced staff strives to create custom wedding cakes that taste delicious and look beautiful. Services Offered Sweet Grace Pastry Shop offers a variety of tasty cake flavors and sweet...

    • Alsos Nimfon
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    Alsos Nimfon

    5.0 (28)
     · Athens, GR

    Alsos Nimfon is a wedding and event venue in Oropose, Greece, about 30 kilometers from Athens. This private six-acre...Read more estate acts as a tranquil retreat for couples to exchange their vows. The natural surroundings, lake views, and dedicated staff ensure that each soon-to-be-wed has an unforgettable...

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    • Van's Damn Tasty Tacos and Ronburguesas
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    Van's Damn Tasty Tacos and Ronburguesas

    5.0 (1)
     · Houston, TX

    Van's Damn Tasty Tacos and Ronburguesas is a wedding caterer and food truck serving mouthwatering Mexican flavors in...Read more Dripping Springs, Texas and the Houston metro area. Their truck can accommodate parties of up to 80 guests, while at larger events, your nearest and dearest can enjoy a buffet feast....

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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.

  • $ 400 or less Lower range
  • $ 4,000 Average cost
  • $ 1,800 - $ 7,000 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.

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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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