The Best American Wedding Caterers in Raritan, NJ

The Best American Wedding Caterers in Raritan, NJ

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29 Wedding Caterers in Raritan, NJ

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Renegade Outpost 

5.0

  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Raritan, NJ
  • Offer

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
Chef Ellen and her team delivered delicious food for our wedding on May 1st. My husband and I had spoken to other caterers who seemed to want to tell us what we wanted our wedding to be like, but Chef Ellen listened to us and enthusiastically created a menu that checked all of our boxes, including dietary preferences and restrictions. We had a tasting at our home and once we tasted the food, we knew we picked the right caterer. Our guests agreed. It didn't go unnoticed that our food options were anything but the regular wedding fare. We wanted a Mediterranean vibe for all of our entrees and Chef Ellen and her team delivered. As the venue was outside, she worked with her preferred rental vendor, Big Dawg Rental, and ordered all of the equipment needed for the catering operation, keeping me in the loop and checking in on cost. She identified cost savings by asking if I wanted to order some items outside of rentals, which I did on occasion. We hired the serving staff from Renegade as well and they did a great job. I highly recommend Renegade Outpost for a unique catering experience. We definitely received what we wanted.
Nicole M., 3 years ago
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Chef's Culinary Journey 

5.0

  • Starts at $25,000
  • Serves Raritan, NJ

Based in Montclair, NJ, Chef's Culinary Journey is a full service Weddings and Special Events caterer. We thrived on assisting couples complete their wedding day experience through high-quality catering services during their planning process to ensure a seamless, joyful dining experience. Couples truly appreciate our commitment to excellence and fine attention to details, recognizing that our performance is simply unsurpassed. Whether you're planning a small, intimate affair or a large, lavish reception, our team will be ready to deliver a flavorful experience to satisfy your guest’s appetite throughout the event.

Awarded Best of Zola
Chef’s Culinary Journey, never in my life have I had food this good. The food was out of this world, we loved the organic farm-to-chefs-to-plate concept. I am still getting calls from family members and friends stating that my wedding was the BEST wedding that they have ever been to. If I had to go back and re-plan my wedding, the first thing I would do is book Chef’s Culinary Journey again. They’ve been awesome collaborators and contributors in helping us realize our vision. Paul was amazing during the planning stages. Every member of the team was very responsive and helpful. And they did work within our budget. I absolutely would recommend them again and again
Ofina & K., 2 years ago
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Jillicious Foods & Events 

5.0

  • Starts at $20,000
  • Serves Raritan, NJ

Jillicious Foods is an all-in-one catering and event company dedicated to creating inspired, authentic wedding, social and corporate experiences. For us, every client represents a unique opportunity to tell a new and delicious story. Chef Jill has been telling these stories for nearly three decades. We work in a variety of cuisines, from New American to Cajun to Southeast Asian; accommodate all diets, including gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, and pescatarian; and are proud to partner with local farms and purveyors throughout the Hudson Valley and New York City.

We had an absolutely amazing experience working with Jillicious! My husband and I are major foodies so we knew we didn’t want to have standard wedding food at our reception. We started searching for wedding caterers that would work with us to customize the perfect menu for our wedding day. Jillicious did not disappoint! We worked with Chef Jill to put together the most delicious menu of both apps and main courses. Everyone we spoke to after the wedding couldn’t stop raving about how good the food was. It honestly rivaled many of our favorite restaurants in NYC. In addition to the food, Chef Jill and her staff were amazing. They were so responsive throughout the whole wedding process and offered so many great recommendations. On the wedding day, the staff were very helpful with getting the rentals in order, setting up the tables, etc. We also had some guests thank us for how allergy conscious the wedding and staff were. We're so grateful to Jillicious for bringing our vision to life and couldn’t recommend them more! They truly contributed to an absolutely perfect wedding day!
Lori S., 3 months ago
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Industry Standard Events 

5.0

  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Raritan, NJ
  • Offer

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.

Industry Standard, the name says it all. This group was extremely professional and courteous. Easiest group to work with, and the customer service given was second to none. I’m looking for another reason to throw a party! Many thanks to Jason/Derek, and their team.
Lucy The Elephant, 7 months ago
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The Culinary Curate 

5.0

  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Raritan, NJ

With over 10 years of experience catering to various events such as political fundraisers, corporate and media events, weddings, small in-home events, movies, and even the occasional backyard barbecue, we know that the discriminating consumer is looking for one thing; great, quality service at a great value. We at The Culinary Curate aim to deliver just that. Exceptional quality, attention to YOUR finest detail for your event, world-class service, and great value are what we deliver to every client. Contact us today for a quote on your next event.

Awarded Best of Zola
We booked the Culinary Curate for an intimate buffet style wedding celebration this summer. No rainy weather could have ruined the experience. Charmaine and her team made sure every guest had a wonderful time. From the early planning days of timely communication to clean up time following the event, Charmaine and her team’s execution was exemplary. Aside from delicious food, we were treated like family. Charmaine was assertive and professional when she needed to be as well as creative and accommodating at the time of the event. Thanks for such a memorable evening!
Mariya, 2 months ago
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MAHFY Catering 

5.0

  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Raritan, NJ

We are MAHFY Catering and we're dedicated to delivering one-of-a-kind experiences for your special celebration. Our talented chefs are passionate about serving our delicious fusion of world-famous flavors that will have your guests asking for seconds. With a focus on using high quality ingredients, tried-and-proven recipes and elegant presentations, MAHFY Catering aims to exceed your expectations from start to finish.

MAHFY has been there when I lacked the time to prepare my own meals at home and when I attended large celebratory gatherings. MAHFY prepares a large range of recipes and food types. I personally love their savory beef burgundy and succulent salmon. Their food is prepared with love which you can taste in every mouthful. The ambiance they create around the set up of their entrees and sides is a feast for the eyes also. I highly recommend MAHFY to make your next meal or cater your next affair.
Davette O., 2 months ago
Summit Catering 

5.0

  • Starts at $1
  • Serves Raritan, NJ

Summit Catering officially opened in 1991. The owner built this small family business from the ground up. In 1998, they welcomed their first child with three more to follow. They work alongside Joe and Dory to help this family business thrive. In 2018, Summit welcomes Chef Kevin to their team to work alongside Joe. Our event planners, Alysa and Tori, will be with you from booking to executing your wedding day. They work 24/7 to ensure you a stress-free wedding planning experience. After 29 successful years of serving South Jersey, Joe, Dory, Kevin, Tori, and Alysa are ready and eager to make your next event a culinary experience!

I cannot say enough good things about Summit. The food and the service are next level, and the attentiveness the day of the wedding is unmatched. Working with the Summit team was fantastic, they really made our day so special and had it go off flawlessly. Tori and the team were so attentive and gave us everything we could’ve asked for. There was not a moment when me or my husband did not feel attended to -- when our drinks were empty, they were there; they made sure we were able to eat and actually enjoy the appetizers at cocktail hour too. The dinner was also delicious. Just really great food all around. So happy we went with Summit. From start to finish they were truly incredible and I cannot recommend them enough.
Alexis W., a year ago
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ITALIANA FOODS LLC 

5.0

  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Raritan, NJ
  • Offer

Bring the taste of Italy to your wedding celebration with ITALIANA FOODS LLC, a New Rochelle, NY-based catering company specializing in handmade Italian dishes made with love. Founders Giusy and Lucia are the sixth generation of talented culinary creatives in their family. They are honored to share the incredible food traditions of their Italian hometown with couples and their loved ones throughout the Westchester area. In addition to their catering services, Italiana foods also offer a beautiful and Romantic Vintage APE Piaggio 1976 build Food Truck that adds a little fun and excitement to any occasion.

Italiana Foods LLC exceeded our expectations as the caterers for our wedding. On the day of the wedding, their team was professional, efficient, and attentive to all of our guests' needs. Our guests raved about the food from appetizers to main course to desserts. Italiana Foods' attention to detail and commitment to delivering an exceptional dining experience made them an integral part of making our wedding day so special. We highly recommend them to any couple looking for an authentic Italian catering option.
Kayla W., 12 days ago
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Simply Delicious Dishes 

5.0

  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Raritan, 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!

Simply Delicious Dishes was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding catering. From the first time we reached out, they were incredibly kind, helpful, and patient in answering all of our questions. Their communication was consistently informative, ensuring we felt well taken care of throughout the entire planning process. On the day of the wedding, their team's excellent work, punctuality, and attention to detail were evident in the exceptional quality of the food and service they provided. I would greatly recommend Simply Delicious Dishes to any couple - they are simply the best wedding caterers we could have hoped for.
Danille and S., a day ago
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Michael's Event Catering 

5.0

  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Raritan, 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 Raritan, 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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Late to the Lake 

5.0

  • Starts at $450
  • Serves Raritan, 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 and her staff catered our wedding on 9/17/23. It was outstanding! The food was a huge hit with our guests and by far one of the most talked about things at our wedding. Everyone was kind and professional. I would highly recommend them for any wedding or event!
Hailey + H., a year ago
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Chef Lemaire, LLC 

5.0

  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Raritan, NJ for additional fees

Award-wining Chef Alain Lemaire is a native of Port-au-Prince, Haiti, where he first discovered his interest in cooking. That interest in food grew out of the need to feed himself what he wanted, and when he wanted it by watching his mother and grandmother in the kitchen, to full blown passion by the time he graduated. Chef Lemaire has featured on several TV shows: he was the host chef of the “Taste of Haiti” episode of the "Luda Can't Cook" series on Discovery+ with award winning rapper, actor, restauranteur Chris "Ludacris" Bridges. He is also a contestant of the Food Network's hit series, Fire Masters, Cutthroat Kitchen, and Chopped.

Awarded Best of Zola
I am thrilled to share my experience with chef Lemaire. Their services exceeded my expectations in every way. The professionalism displayed by the team was exemplary, making the entire process smooth and enjoyable. The quality of goods delivered, from exquisite food presentation, arrangements to the finest decor, showcased their dedication to perfection. Clear and consistent communication throughout the entire journey further highlighted their commitment to ensuring a flawless execution. I highly recommend chef Lemaire to anyone seeking top-tier services for their special occasion.
Nessa, a year ago
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Haute Feast 

5.0

  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Raritan, NJ for additional fees

As luxury wedding and events caterers based in New Jersey, we are committed to creating unparalleled experiences packed with mouth-watering flavors, a sense of magic, and meticulous attention to detail. Our food is approachable, yet elegant, and made with love, fresh, on-site with excellent technique. Since it’s our belief that great meals begin with exceptional ingredients, we take our cues from our trusted local farmers, fishermen & artisan purveyors. We source the freshest, seasonal, high-quality ingredients when preparing menus for your events, whether we’re cooking for 10 or for 100.

Awarded Best of Zola
From another vendors prospective Carey and the Haute Feast team are a dream to work with. The food from start to finish is always on point. Carey is incredibly friendly and 100% professional as is her entire team. The food is devine and their presentation is too! Their clients rave about the food, drinks and service. I am always excited when I know they are part of the team as they bring their game every time!
Flowers From the Farm NJ, 3 years ago

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

Full service catering packages range from $150 to $17,000 and average around $750.

Which are the most popular caterers in Raritan, NJ?

Some of the most popular caterers in this area include Kate and Ally's, Michael's Event Catering and Shore Good Eats N Treats Food Truck.

Do catering packages include serving staff?

Yes! 43% of packages in Raritan, NJ include serving staff, such as servers and bussers. Many others also include rental coordination, just ask before you book!

Can caterers in Raritan, NJ accommodate specialized diets?

They can! 11 offer kosher services and 29 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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