The Best Wedding Caterers in Charlottesville, VA

The Best Wedding Caterers in Charlottesville, VA

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21 Wedding Caterers in Charlottesville, VA

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The Local Restaurant & Catering 

5.0

Charlottesville, VA

    The Local is a full-service catering company that specializes in weddings, social gatherings & corporate events. Grand or intimate, focused on tradition or leaning toward trendy, your vision along with our capable guidance will reflect your personal style. Our staff is committed to details, offering unique options, bringing creativity and passion to the planning process.

    It's been weeks since our wedding, and we're still getting an insane amount of compliments and questions on our wedding dinner! One of my bridesmaids even asked if I could get the recipe for The Local's truffle mushroom pasta (the resounding favorite from all of our guests, and for good reason). The other favorite (especially from my husband) was their apple crisp. It's common knowledge that the bride and groom don't get a ton of time to eat on the wedding day. We'd built out a private dinner right after cocktail hour but before sunset photos, and we got to eat a little bit of everything. Let me tell you -- I'm still thinking about the scalloped potatoes I had. I could have had an entire plate of those and still have been happy. We also had the chicken and green beans, and it's an understatement to say everything was incredible. Every dish was high quality, remained hot through the buffet, and were filling but didn't make you feel too heavy/sleepy to dance all night afterwards. Not only was the food amazing, but working with Helen and her team through our engagement was so easy. The Local is very thorough and sends over clear paperwork, including a contract with all items and payments broken down, and they were really responsive with any questions we had along the way. They even had a specific food option for those with allergies or dietary restrictions. Their team also helped set up and take down everything, and really made our dreams come true with the place settings and floor plan. It was absolutely beautiful. Overall, we could not recommend them more, and are hoping we get to attend a wedding where they're the vendor so we can eat more of their food! Thank goodness they're also a restaurant; we'll definitely be going there to relive our wedding dinner yet again :)
    Nicole E., 17 days ago
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    Harvest Moon Catering 

    5.0

    Charlottesville, VA

      Hospitality is about creating a sense of place where everyone has a seat at the table. At Harvest Moon Catering we give consistent and thoughtful attention to details. We create your vision with a nod to seamless service, excellent preparation of quality food, for big and small events alike. We believe exceptional service as well as exceptional food should be a given, and train our staff accordingly.

      We used Harvest Moon for our wedding and I can’t speak highly enough of Mark, Sami (who was also our day of coordinator) and the team! They worked within our budget, were flexible with the menu and made the overall experience so easy. From the get go of wedding planning, I told my partner that the food and drink was the most important aspect, that’s what guest will remember the most I said. Harvest Moon absolutely delivered— so many of our guest complimented the food and service and still talk about it months later. If you’re looking for spectacular food and great service, Harvest Moon is the choice!
      Dylan S., 5 months ago
      DAH Catering 

      5.0

      Charlottesville, VA
      • Starts at $10,000

      Ashley and Carter East operate DaH out of their commercial kitchen near the Downtown Mall. They share a passion for local food and interesting cuisine from around the world. With 25+ years of catering experience, they bring the expertise required to execute events from the casual to the elegant. Ashley's training comes from working under a few of the finest chefs in Charlottesville, at some the best restaurants in area, such as The Clifton Inn and The Ivy Inn. She furthered her skills at the Cookery at the Grange in Somerset, England.

      DAH Catering was fabulous to work with at every stage of our pandemic-delayed wedding celebration and planning. I think that you learn a lot about who people are when things get tough. And what we learned about Ashley and Carter as we *twice* had to reschedule our wedding due to Covid is that they are incredibly kind and compassionate people who cared about us as people and not just as clients. They would earn my unreserved recommendation for that alone. But in addition to being great people they are also consummate professionals and talented caterers. The food was delicious and the whole process of choosing our menu was very smooth, even when we had to change practically our entire plan a month out to better suit a smaller wedding. They handled all of the details of our rentals, so that all we had to do was go and pick out what we wanted. Everything during our event was smooth and seamless, so much so that we didn't have to think about it at all. The food looked great, tasted great, and was served quickly and on time. The bar service was particularly impressive, and Carter worked overtime with me to get our signature cocktails just how we wanted them. While we had many hiccups getting to and through our wedding day, it was nothing but smooth sailing with our entire catering service. I would recommend anyone getting married in the Charlottesville area to work with DAH Catering. You'll get great service provided by great people--we couldn't have asked for more! (This review previously posted at The Knot on 9/26/21)
      Adam P., 3 years ago
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      Ashly Kaye's Catering Services 

      4.5

      • Starts at $500
      • Serves Charlottesville, VA

      I am a thirty-nine year old mother of two. I have been in food service for over twenty years, and have been catering for fifteen. I specialize in southern style food and absolutely love trying new foods any time. I was taught to cook by my late Grandmother starting as soon as I could sit on a counter top.

      Ashly Kaye's Catering Services was wonderful to work with for my daughters rehearsal dinner and wedding. They had open communication throughout the planning process and were always available to answer our questions. The staff was fantastic - they ensured the appetizers were readily available to all guest and the tables were beautifully set. The food was excellent (received many compliments) and we received great value for the quality and service provided. We highly recommend Ashly Kaye's Catering Services for their wonderful staff, excellent food, and helpful communication. They truly contributed to making the day perfect. I have added a few photos below.
      Dawn W., 2 days ago
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      L'etoile Catering 

      5.0

      • Serves Charlottesville, VA

      We began serving Charlottesville with French and Virginia-inspired cooking at our restaurant, l’etoile, in 1993. Our catering business grew out of that experience, and out of our desire to take part in the celebrations, the rituals, and the ceremonies of people throughout the Central Virginia community. Catering allows us to reach, care for, and serve a larger audience, and to customize consistently excellent culinary experiences for our clients. We have a history of procuring the finest, freshest ingredients for the meals we create and serve, and access to those ingredients through relationships we’ve cultivated for more than 20 years.

      We were so excited for L'etoile's catering after our menu tasting, and the team did not disappoint! Dozens of our guests have approached us raving about the food. Vickie and Mark did a wonderful job, and we couldn't be happier with their work. Would absolutely recommend!
      Monica C., a year ago
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      Exchange Events & Catering 

      5.0

      • Starts at $3,500
      • Serves Charlottesville, VA

      Fresh. Local. Inspired. Our weddings and events embody all of these words, and more. Our approach to your menu is simple. We love to work with seasonal products, sourced locally, in the Piedmont region and the Shenandoah Valley. There is a wealth of food and beverage produced by talented makers in the region, and we revel in the opportunity to support the wonderful projects these fantastic folks are producing. We even have relationships with weavers, calligraphers, paper makers, wood workers and craftsmen to create one-of-a-kind items for YOUR wedding or special event.

      Exchange Events has been a preferred caterer at Keswick Vineyards for the past 8 years. They are of the utmost quality and professionalism, with standards that set the bar for the rest of the industry. We know that any wedding with Exchange Events at the helm is going to be a flawless, beautiful and, not to mention, delicious event!
      Brian (Keswick Vineyards), 4 years ago
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      Deep Run Roadhouse 

      5.0

      • Starts at $1,500
      • Serves Charlottesville, VA

      Deep Run Roadhouse, based in Richmond, VA, is a catering company that provides expertly prepared barbecue and classic comfort foods for weddings. Working throughout the Richmond area, this team of culinary experts delights in crafting finely prepared barbecue, Tex-Mex, and other American favorites. Their expansive menus and range of services make it simple for couples to customize the company’s offerings for their big day. The staff enjoys contributing to a successful event with their myriad of delectable options and quality customer care.

      Awarded Best of Zola
      Deep Run Roadhouse was very professional and communicated well with us. Everything was set up in a timely manner and our food remained hot throughout the entire reception. The food was delicious and all of our guest raved about it. There was so much food that we were giving it away and we were able to eat for the next week lol. We will definitely be using them again for catering.
      Megan H., 6 months ago
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      Classie Sassie Mixerz 

      5.0

      • Starts at $550
      • Serves Charlottesville, VA

      Classie Sassie Mixerz is a mobile bartending service that delivers exclusively personalized services to complement any unique wedding celebration. Ashleigh and her team are devoted to providing exciting selections and exceptional services that will keep your spirits high throughout the evening celebrations. From barrel-aged cocktails to premium liquors, this versatile company has everything you need for a memorable send-off. The sky is the limit with Classie Sassie Mixerz. Under Ashleigh’s expertise and guiding hand, you can enjoy a range of beverage options that include signature drinks, specialized beers and wines, and champagne toasts.

      Awarded Best of Zola
      Classie Sassie Mixerz was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding! From our first conversation, their communication style was relaxing, funny, and relatable - Ashleigh listened and put me at ease when I was frustrated with other parts of the wedding planning. Having the horse trailer as the bar fully embraced our wedding theme and our guests were so impressed. Their friendly, exciting service made the whole experience just that much more special. The drinks were delicious and their team's energy kept our guests entertained all night long. We're so grateful to Classie Sassie Mixerz for helping make our wedding day truly unforgettable!
      Alika V., a month ago
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      Rupa Vira's Catering Services 

      5.0

      • Starts at $2,500
      • Serves Charlottesville, VA

      Rupa Vira brings to you the authentic taste and flavor of India. Rupa Vira Catering Services offers Indian Food Catering in VA, MD, and DC. She specializes in Punjabi, South Indian, Gujarati, and Bombay Style food. She shows the diversity in her food menu and can customize the taste according to your needs. We use an authentic blend of spices from India, and we guarantee fresh food. Our meal is carefully prepared to please your taste buds. Our custom menu design helps you create a menu that represents your personal taste.

      We had a fusion wedding, and Rupa Vira was super elegant and accessible to our guests who eat Indian food everyday, once in a while, or never before in life. They can accommodate pretty much any request and all night long my guests told me this was the best wedding food ever.
      Rebeccah S., a year ago
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      Late to the Lake 

      5.0

      • Starts at $450
      • Serves Charlottesville, VA for additional fees

      Great taste is the name of the game and we're committed to stepping up to the plate. Our goal is provide unforgettable, delicious, and eye catching options. That's why we prepare all of our boards and graze displays to your style, with the highest quality products. Whether it is an intimate dinner or an event for up to 800 guests, we do it all! If you are considering a Graze table for your wedding or next event, reach out and we'd be delighted to create something beautiful for you!

      Awarded Best of Zola
      Late to the Lake was an outstanding catering choice for our wedding. From the very first interaction, their team was attentive, kind, thoughtful, and insightful in helping us plan the perfect menu. The quality of their work was simply amazing - the food was artistry on a plate, with flavors that were both outstanding in taste and incredible value. Honestly, we would have happily paid more for such an unforgettable dining experience. On the day of the wedding, their staff were some of the nicest and most professional individuals we've ever met. They went above and beyond what any vendor would be expected to do, ensuring our special day ran flawlessly. We would highly recommend Late to the Lake for any catering or event needs - they truly made our wedding day so so special. Thank you!!!!
      Harper E., 2 months ago
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      Autumn's Catering & Cafe 

      5.0

      • Starts at $750
      • Serves Charlottesville, VA for additional fees

      at Autumn’s we provide delicious, upscale comfort food while priding ourselves on being one of Richmond VA’s more affordable, professional caterers. our custom menus offer fresh ingredients that are hand prepared and can be tailored to meet your exact need and party style. if you don’t see what you’re looking for, let us know, we can create a menu just for you and your event. we also provide vegetarian, vegan, dairy-free, and gluten-free menu items as well.

      Awarded Best of Zola
      Claudine and Leann were amazing the whole way through planning and the day of!! So easy to communicate with and so accommodating! They were on TOP of everything day of and the food was delicious! They did a mocktail bar and a french fry bar for us as well that was just amazing - everyone loved it! Thank you guys so much!
      Camille P., a year ago
      Blue Ridge Pizza Co 

      5.0

      Charlottesville, VA

        We are Jay and Melissa Johnson - the dream team behind BRPCO. Melissa does the booking & Jay does the cooking :-). Between the two of us, we have over 20 years of hospitality industry experience. Let us wow you with the amazing wood-fired deliciousness that comes out of our 100% wood fire oven! It is “Love at First Bite” we can promise you that!

        I can not even begin to express how grateful I am for Melissa & Jay and their wonderful crew. Besides choosing the groom, this was the BEST decision we made for our wedding :) The food was absolutely amazing, such good service and quantities our guests were raving and full! They were so incredibly thoughtful and intentional about taking care of our guests (getting my sister in law with a newborn food and taking care of her, making sure the groom and I were fed and had drinks, taking care of my elderly guests etc etc) they went ABOVE and beyond. Our wedding coordinator last minute got sick and I was absolutely worried about everything, they came early on the wedding day and I trusted Melissa, she absolutely ensured everything was what I dreamed of. If you are looking for a thoughtful and incredible catering, look no further I would choose them again in an instant. ️ the absolute best we will be searching for their events to visit them again.
        Lydia H., 5 months ago
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        Tuck-ins 

        5.0

        • Starts at $250
        • Serves Charlottesville, VA for additional fees

        Tuck-ins are a roastable, Inside-Out S’more on a stick, each containing a crunchy handmade graham cracker, covered in decadent chocolate, all inside a fluffy marshmallow! Tuck-ins® are available in Classic, Cookies & Cream, and Peanut Butter! Tuck-ins can be given out as favors with guests roasting them at home over a gas or electric stove. You can even have your own roasting station at your event with TerraFlame Fire Bowls available through Tuck-ins!

        Awarded Best of Zola
        We ordered Tuck Ins to put in our wedding guest gift bags at the hotel. Tuck Ins was easy to work with, delivered in a timely manner, and all of our guests loved having something delicious and made by a local Philly company. If we were to get married again, I think we would include Tuck Ins at the dessert table and let the guests roast them at the reception. Would highly recommend!
        Caroline, 3 years ago

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        About wedding caterers in Charlottesville, VA

        How much do catering services usually cost in Charlottesville, VA?

        Full service catering packages range from $100 to $10,000 and average around $1,200.

        Which are the most popular caterers in Charlottesville, VA?

        Some of the most popular caterers in this area include Signature Caterers, Autumn's Catering & Cafe and Drinkz By Design.

        Do catering packages include serving staff?

        Yes! 25% of packages in Charlottesville, VA include serving staff, such as servers and bussers. Many others also include rental coordination, just ask before you book!

        Can caterers in Charlottesville, VA accommodate specialized diets?

        They can! 5 offer kosher services and 14 offer vegetarian packages. You can search on Zola for caterers who can accommodate nut-free, dairy-free, gluten-free, halal and vegan diets as well!

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