Expensive DC/Metro Area Catering!

I'm really sorry to hear about your frustrations! I agree that meal stations (still served on china) may be a nice alternative. You could also have a cocktail hour and then limit beverages to beer, wine and soda. Wine is still a very classy way to go.

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Same here, only I *have* to use this caterer that my venue has. I'm not happy so far - it takes weeks for them to return a simple email, and when I call, the person we're working with is never in. I'ts unprofessional and rude. Plus, they're nickle-and-diming me, especially on table linens and flatware/silverware/glassware. I just sent the Caterer a very tactful email last night where I simply said their overall cost doesn't fit in my budget, even with 25% attrtition, and that I've found linens, etc. online at Party Rental places for half what they're charging. I *did* ask him for his thoughts or suggestions, to soften the blow that they're overcharging - & give him a chance to offer some alternatives. Also,the tasting is supposed to be this weekend, and he's already not included our appetizers in it, something I also brought up in my email. We'll see if I actually get anything back. Ugh, if I would have known this is what I'd be dealing with, I'd have booked another venue!

Cont'd. I mean, the food/drink is right on target, but the staff and cost for setting a table is ricdiculous. I hope I don't need to play hard-ball and go the venue and insist on using someone else. Not sure the Event Planner at the venue is really in my corner, either - he tried to say the tables and chairs that were included in the venue contract were actually supposed to be provided - at a substantial cost - by the caterer. I'm glad I insisted he double-check, but I can't shake the feeling that he should have known that before we sat down, as it's been several months I've been dealng with the venue now. Really not feeling good about this part of the planning.

That sounds insane. Here are full fancy plated dinner menu for far less.

Plated Dinner Menu Catering

They have many other choices as well - plus an area to request special pricing based on your event size.