The Best Southern Food Wedding Catering in Elizabeth, NJ

The Best Southern Food Wedding Catering in Elizabeth, NJ

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38 Wedding Caterers in Elizabeth, NJ

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Hudson Table 

5.0

  • Serves Elizabeth, NJ

Hudson Table is an interactive culinary studio and event space specializing in customized seasonal catering, hands-on cooking events, chef's tables, virtual events, and more! We currently have locations in Hoboken, Philadelphia, and Brooklyn, and service the surrounding areas.

Koray and the entire team at Hudson Table Catering are incredible. Hudson Table was our caterer for our wedding ceremony is July 2023. As an out of state bride, Koray worked with me via phone calls and emails throughout the wedding process to create a unique and delicious wedding menu. Koray was able to connect my husband and I with a fantastic bartender, Daniel, who created stunning drinks all night! The entire Hudson Table team was professional, easy to work with, creative, and attentive to our every need. I look forward to visiting both Hudson Table restaurants and hope to work with their catering services again!
Nina S., a year ago
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Delivering EXperiences LLC 

5.0

  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Elizabeth, NJ

We are committed to making each event a unique experience, based on creativity, innovation, and the ideas of our clients we will design memorable events with a carefully crafted menu. Our goal is to exceed our clients expectations and impress their guests. Inspiration, innovation, exquisite presentation are our ket tenants. With more than 24 years of planning and executing memorable events, we will make sure your event stands out from the rest.

We hired Juan and his team for our small wedding and we have to say that the experience was absolutely phenomenal from start to finish, Juan was very attentive and envisioned what we wanted for our day, the proposal was very transparent and fair enough, they went above and beyond our expectations, the menu was a very unique and creative great combination of flavor and colors, service was top notch. I will definitively continue working with this company which provides very personalized service and takes really good care of all the details
David & T., 4 years ago
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Renegade Outpost 

5.0

  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Elizabeth, NJ
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Renegade Outpost is a full service event planning and chef services company. We've been in business for 7 years and have been working with Thumbtack. We have been hired more than 290 times and have 160 5-star reviews. We offer logistical services as well as day/of coordination and securing rentals. Our "rolodex" includes many of the best vendors for all your event needs. Making your job easier is our highest priority. Wonderful food always begins with amazing ingredients, especially produce. We source directly from local farmers, we work with an organic butcher, a wild fish monger and importers of select cheese and specialty products.

Awarded Best of Zola
I hired Chef Ellen for a dinner party that I was hosting for 20 people, and she absolutely EXCEEDED my expectations. From our first call about planning the event, to the event itself, Chef Ellen was fantastic. She has such an impressive rolodex of appetizers and meals she can prepare, and she worked with me to customize a perfect menu for the evening. We chose 5 hors d'oeuvres, and she surprised me on the night with two additional ones on top of the five we'd chosen! Every single appetizer was delicious. From there, we did a sit down dinner that included a soup (amazing butternut squash), salad (the best salad my guests have ever had - who knew a salad could be that life changing!), and then guests had a choice of filet mignon or arctic char for their main course. Both main courses were so thoughtfully prepared, perfectly cooked, and the presentation for everything was stunning. On top of that, there was a mini pizza delivery crisis for my 5 and 7 year old nephews who were over, and Chef Ellen graciously offered to make pasta for them -- all while preparing a 20-person dinner. What more could you ask for?! After dinner, she also surprised me with mini passed desserts :) Chef Ellen also had brought a server with her, who was professional, charismatic and on top of everything to ensure the night went smoothly. To sum it up, Chef Ellen helped make the night so special, and I was thrilled with all of her hard work. If you're looking for delicious food, beautiful presentation, great service, and a hell of a personality, don't hesitate to book Chef Ellen. I am so glad I found her and am already looking forward to having her back for another event!
Irene P., 3 years ago
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Bartleby & Sage 

4.8

  • Serves Elizabeth, NJ

Since 1997, Bartleby & Sage has catered thousands of unforgettable events across New York: They rocked out a star-studded MTV Awards afterparty for thousands of ravenous celebs. Bartleby & Sage transformed New York’s Hammerstein Ballroom into a rainforest for a benefit hosted by Sting and Trudie Styler. Bartleby & Sage even crafted a head-turning Marie Antoinette-themed dessert extravaganza for designer Philipp Plein. For Bartleby & Sage, no request is too outrageous, no vision too grand, no detail overlooked. The best part—Bartleby & Sage's gracious care of your event.

Awarded Best of Zola
We couldn't be more thrilled with the catering service provided by Bartleby & Sage for our wedding! From the initial tasting to the final course, everything was absolutely perfect. The team went above and beyond to ensure that our guests had an unforgettable dining experience. First off, the tasting was a breeze— Leslie made us feel so comfortable and guided us through the menu options, offering thoughtful suggestions based on our preferences. We appreciated her flexibility and creativity, helping us choose a menu that reflected our personal tastes. On the big day, the food was a standout. The presentation was elegant, and the flavors were out of this world! Our guests couldn’t stop raving about how delicious everything was, from the appetizers to the main course to the decadent desserts. The staff was attentive, professional, and made sure everything was served at the perfect temperature and with impeccable timing. One thing that really impressed us was how seamlessly everything was handled. The catering team was discreet yet efficient, making sure the flow of food didn’t interrupt the festivities but still keeping everything on track. It was clear they were highly experienced and took great pride in their work. Not only was the food outstanding, but the overall service and experience were top-notch. Leslie and her team truly made our wedding day even more special, and we’re so grateful for their hard work and dedication. If you're looking for a caterer who provides delicious food, exceptional service, and an unforgettable experience, we highly recommend Bartleby & Sage.
Julia T., 15 days ago
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Purslane 

5.0

  • Serves Elizabeth, NJ

Purslane is part of The Oberon Group, a Brooklyn neighborhood-focused restaurant group with a commitment to sustainability. We started Purslane in 2012 as a way to serve our community outside of our restaurants. Sustainability wasn’t part of our origin story, but we realized we had an opportunity to make a difference in one of the most wasteful industries out there. We are seasoned experts in executing corporate events of all sizes, ranging from galas and banquets, to private dinners, to multi-day conferences for hundreds of guests, to weekly lunch drop-offs for your whole office.

Awarded Best of Zola
Purslane was an absolute delight to work with as our wedding caterers. From our very first interaction, their communication was easy, consistent, and thorough, putting us at ease throughout the planning process. The quality of their work and value was exceptional - the food was delicious with a wide variety of options, and they were incredibly adaptable to our specific needs and requests. Every single one of our guests raved that this was the best wedding food they had ever had. I only wish I had had the time to eat more of their yummy food on our special day.
Emily G., 3 months ago
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Modern Fusion - Catering 

5.0

  • Serves Elizabeth, NJ

Awarded BEST Of Catering 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022 on ALL Major Platforms! Chef Angelo Napoli has been in the restaurant business his entire life. His passion and esteemed aspirations to become a chef grew stronger throughout the years while watching his father work in their family owned restaurant, Napoli Pizza. His love for delicious cuisine became an addiction. Competing throughout his early education in various culinary battles, Angelo knew he had a gift. He spent years mastering his craft, working sous chef and head chef positions at some of the Lehigh Valley's top restaurants!

When we first started planning our wedding, the only thing we knew for sure was that we wanted food everyone would talk about. Another priority was having vegetarian options that went beyond just pasta or cauliflower steaks.  Chef Angelo, and the whole team at Modern Fusion, completely blew our expectations away. From the moment we first reached out, he was responsive, collaborative, and patient in answering all the questions we threw at him.  When it came time to plan our menu, he worked with us to adjust their dishes to suit our (somewhat picky) tastes.  “Can this be made vegetarian?” “Can you make sure there are no nuts in anything?” “Can this dish be made a little less spicy?” Whatever we needed, Angelo assured us they could make it happen. We also threw out an idea that more or less combined two dishes. He was not only eager to accommodate our request, he seemed just as excited at the idea of the dish as we were. These early interactions went a long way in putting us at ease throughout the planning process. Then we had our tasting. Every single thing we had was so good that we were worried we were going to be disappointed come the wedding day. We thought, “There’s no way they’re going to be able to make everything *that* good for 100 people!” We were so very, very wrong.  Did the first guest we saw at cocktail hour say, “Congratulations!” or “Let’s take a picture?” No, I’m pretty sure they said “This food is so good, I’m already on my third empanada.” Which was exactly what we wanted to hear. And we continued to hear comments like that all night long. From the moment we reached out straight through to the end of the reception, Chef Angelo and his staff went above and beyond in every way imaginable. The day could not have gone better and we owe so much of that to them. Now I’m just trying to think up other occasions we could have catered so I can eat more of their incredible food.
Andrew A., 2 months ago
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Alexandra Dettori Catering & Events 

5.0

  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Elizabeth, NJ

Alexandra Dettori Catering & Events is a full service boutique caterer focused on sustainability, seasonality and using locally sourced ingredients across a variety of cuisines. We believe in getting the best ingredients available and making everything from scratch. We strive to delight with incredible food, crafted beverages and attentive service. Our team will ensure your wedding is truly exceptional! In addition to the food, we are happy to offer front of the house staffing, bar service, assist with rentals, set up and clean up. Our team will connect with you to tailor our offering and match your vision.

I have worked with Alex at AD Catering for multiple big events. Both as a photographer and florist myself, I am extremely visual and specific about how things are presented and AD blows it out of the water. While looks are important, for the actual product (food and delivery) to be such high quality is very rare and they always deliver. Alex has amazing taste and styling skills when it comes to design details. She is extremely professional to work with and her team is super friendly and reliable. AD Catering is truly unique from any catering and planning service I have ever worked with before and anyone would be so lucky to work with them!!
Leatal, 5 years ago
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Simply Delicious Dishes 

5.0

  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Elizabeth, NJ

We are a full service catering team that specializes in southern cuisine with a stylish flare! It is our passion and decorative attention to detail that has carried us for many years. We love what we do, and we will cater any event large or small with that same passion and service attention. We build strong lasting relationships with our clients, and take great pride in serving others. We also offer all inclusive services that cater to all your event preparations and needs. We take care of everything so that you don't have to!

Arlethea and her company was such a gift and blessing to our wedding day! She went above and beyond to make our day special. From all of the little details and extra support to the outstanding meal provided to our guests, we could not be more grateful to her and her team for everything they did for us. The food and service was incredible! She worked with us and supported us along every step of the journey, and was able to work within our tight budget. Thank you again for EVERYTHING! Don't look any where else for your food and catering needs. You will have everything you need in Simply Delicious Dishes :)
Katie C., 4 months ago
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Michael's Event Catering 

5.0

  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Elizabeth, NJ

We are an off-premise, full service caterer, who specializes in custom weddings, with experienced and friendly service staff, along with food truck services. We strive to make your special day as stress free as possible by taking all the guess work out of rentals, set-up, food, staffing, etc. We will meet with you, help build a timeline for your event, take care of all your rental needs and execute with profession for a successful event! With our catering company, we bring the kitchen to you!

They were so easy to work with and provided us with everything we needed to make our day what we wanted. Our wedding was postponed twice due to COVID, we decided to pull out of our venue, and have our wedding. We needed a bartender, food and servers. There bbq food was delicious, especially the Short Rib! Drinks were perfect! Absolutely loved the mobile kitchen to have everything prepared on site! 10/10 would recommend!
Sara & M., 4 years ago
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Shore Catering 

5.0

  • Serves Elizabeth, NJ

5-Star Full-Service Catering from casual to elegant for all occasions since 1988. We offer packages for all occasions such as wedding receptions, lobster clambakes, bbq picnics, beach parties, showers, anniversaries, and so much more. Our team will assist you from start to finish, planning your menu, coordinating rentals, linen colors, floorplans, timelines, vendor referrals, private tastings and so much more. We bring our catering services to all corners of New Jersey and will also assist you in trying to find the perfect venue to suit your event's needs. Shore Catering can help make your event a memorable occasion.

When we tasted the food we knew that our guests would be happy with our selection of shore catering (and we were right! We recieved many compliments on the dinner and hors d'oeuvres). What we DIDN'T realize is that we were receiving more than just a catering service- we were receiving what felt like a warm welcome into a family business that took some of the stress out of the wedding planning process! Shore was the only caterer we encountered that was willing to work within our budget, and individually tailor a package to meet our needs, allowing us to feel comfortable financially without feeling like we were sacrificing ANY of the quality and elegance that we wanted for our wedding! Moreover, on the day of our wedding, summer took care of us as though we were her oldest friends, meeting us with so much genuine warmth and a contagious smile. She made sure we were able to actually eat and drink (which so many of our friends told us would be difficult to do at our wedding!) and kept the vibe HIGH even in spite of pouring rain and floods on the day of the event! We wish we could get married again and again and we would hire Shore Catering every single time!! I HIGHLY recommend Shore Catering to any bride and groom who want all of the quality with none of the stress!
Laura & M., a year ago
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Ome Caterers - NYC 

5.0

  • Serves Elizabeth, NJ

Ōme Caterers is the premier full-service caterer and event planning company in the Tri-State area. We combine a unique culinary experience with detail-oriented planning. From large-scale corporate events, to elegant weddings and mitzvahs, Ōme's modern American cuisine features only the finest and freshest ingredients presented artistically and tastefully. We promise to make every step of your event planning process warm and inviting. You are our guest. We vow to treat you and everyone we serve with kindness, respect and compassion. Everyone at Ōme is committed to anticipating your needs and exceeding your expectations.

Ome catered my wedding in 2014. Everything was planned perfectly. The food and service were both amazing. Due to the complexity of our venue, we had a plan A, B, and C ready to account for unfavorable weather just in case. Everyone remembered how delicious the food and drinks were to this day.
Jared & J., 5 years ago
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Late to the Lake 

5.0

  • Starts at $450
  • Serves Elizabeth, NJ 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
Alicia was SO easy to communicate with and created a delicious family style dinner for our wedding weekend. She was professional, warm, flexible, thoughtful, generous, and overall fantastic! Highly recommend! We also used Late to the Lake for a charcuterie spread at our welcome dinner, which was a huge hit!
Selena & Z., a year ago
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Industry Standard Events 

5.0

  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Elizabeth, NJ for additional fees
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Industry Standard Events (ISE) is a premier event planning and catering service founded in 2000 by Executive Chef Jason Tell and recently partnered with Derek Nickerson, Tech Entrepreneur. With a deep-rooted friendship spanning over 12 years and a combined 30 years of experience in the industry, Derek and Jason are dedicated to creating unforgettable, bespoke events. Our mission is to bring people together through exceptional culinary experiences and meticulous event planning, ensuring every occasion is unique and memorable. At ISE, we believe in the power of personalized service and attention to detail, making each event a true masterpiece.

I was a guest at one of their weddings and was amazed by the attention to detail, their creativity, and the professionalism of their staff
Rich, 5 months ago
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JPO Concepts | Catering 

3.0

  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Elizabeth, NJ

Wedding Catering shouldn't just be about feeding the masses... The food is an integral element that provides entertainment, contributes to the ambience & when done right, is the most memorable part of any reception. JPO proudly offers a huge range of wedding catering services, including both traditional options & out of the box experiences. Some of our wedding Food & Beverage options include: Pre-ceremony beverage stations, passed hors d'oeuvres, seated dinners, station dinners, family style dinners, miniature passed desserts, wedding cake, late night snacks & edible parting gifts.

We have worked together with JPO Concepts for over 5 years now and they have provided outstanding services to all of the clients that we have recommended to, their professionalism, attention to detail and most important, their friendliness, makes them a company you can trust!
Chris Ponce, 5 years ago
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ONTHEMARC Catered Events 

5.0

  • Serves Elizabeth, NJ

OnTheMarc is a contemporary, full-service caterer with extensive experience in off-site catered events. Marc Weber and his team of Chefs, Event Coordinators and Managers bring an ardent passion for food and service to each and every event. Seasonal, bespoke menus are OnTheMarc’s signature foundation for an inspired and impressive gastronomic experience.

ONTHEMARC Catered Events was an incredible choice for our wedding catering. From our first call, their team was quick, attentive, and articulate in addressing all of our questions and requests. On the day of, their execution was flawless - the passed hors d'oeuvres were delicious, the burrata salad was scrumptious, and the filet and scallop entrée was out of this world. The entire staff was so friendly and helpful, and we received countless compliments from our guests on the incredible food and seamless service. There were no lines at the bar, and everyone was smiling and so lovely throughout the entire event. We are so grateful to ONTHEMARC for helping make our special day absolutely perfect.
Emily E., 3 months ago

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About wedding caterers in Elizabeth, NJ

How much do catering services usually cost in Elizabeth, NJ?

Full service catering packages range from $150 to $18,000 and average around $1,000.

Which are the most popular caterers in Elizabeth, NJ?

Some of the most popular caterers in this area include JPO Concepts | Catering, Krisp Events and EVENTfull.NYC.

Do catering packages include serving staff?

Yes! 45% of packages in Elizabeth, NJ include serving staff, such as servers and bussers. Many others also include rental coordination, just ask before you book!

Can caterers in Elizabeth, NJ accommodate specialized diets?

They can! 19 offer kosher services and 54 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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