Find a catering service in Lexington, KY

Find catering services in Lexington, KY

Find catering services in Lexington, KY

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Top 10 catering services in Lexington, KY

Clients agree: these Lexington catering services are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
Crown Royal Catering And Event Planning LLC

Crown Royal Catering And Event Planning LLC

5.0Exceptional(6)
Offers online services
5 hires on Fash
8+ years in business
Serves Lexington, KY
Marvin T. says, "food was wonderful and very prompt, will use them again in the future." Read more
Dickey's Barbecue Pit

Dickey's Barbecue Pit

5.0Exceptional(33)
11+ years in business
Serves Lexington, KY
Lamar C. says, "Best BBQ in town! My husband and I love Dickey's BBQ!" Read more
Redds Kitchen

Redds Kitchen

New on Fash
5+ years in business
Serves Lexington, KY
Hi my name is Whitney Brown owner of Redds kitchen .. A taste of home style grandma cooking undated . Let me tweak your tastebuds !!
J. Render's Catering

J. Render's Catering

New on Fash
12+ years in business
Serves Lexington, KY
Locally owned Caterer, Restaurant and Food Truck. All of our meat is smoked on site, sides & desserts are made from scratch along with all of our signature sauces. Many of our customers tell us their guests cannot stop talking about how good the food was, let us impress your guests for your next catered event. We can cater from 10 people to 1000 people, we serve Southern Comfort Food your guests will rave about.
What’s Cooking By Laurie

What’s Cooking By Laurie

5.0Exceptional(11)
3+ years in business
Serves Lexington, KY
Beasley says, "She is always professional both with the food and service " Read more
JaKeeta Sydney

JaKeeta Sydney

New on Fash
14+ years in business
Serves Lexington, KY
Hello My Name Is Jakeeta "Chef Kee Kee" Sydney. I'm an Ex.Chef at a wonderful Cafe in Versailles,KY. I have been cooking since I was 10. I love cooking all sorts of dishes and I'm very familiar with Gluten, Allergenic and vegetarian dishes. Im a Southern Cook and can cook just about anything. Cooking is my passion so with every event and meal I have ever done is seasoned with lots of flavor and love. Working with me is easy. I'm very laid back and can adapt and work with anything thrown my way. I aim to please and love seeing people enjoy my food. What makes my food stand out is first you eat with your eyes and it draws you into wanting get t
The Caterer

The Caterer

New on Fash
2+ years in business
Serves Lexington, KY
The Caterer can be your personal chef for parties at your home for just a few people as well as off site parties of 100. Chef Alex Jenkins was trained at Johnson & Wales in Providence, RI. Chef Alex worked in Boston for many years winning Best of Boston awards from Boston Magazine. Traveling in Europe as well as working at The Ritz Carlton Boston gives Chef a wonderfully creative repertoire that will not disappoint.
Type A Catering And Events

Type A Catering And Events

New on Fash
21+ years in business
Serves Lexington, KY
Type A Catering is a boutique, off-premises catering company, and has been serving Lexington, Kentucky since 2003. Located in the heart of Central Kentucky, Type A Catering specializes in full-service wedding catering as well as corporate and social catering. For our clients, we can provide all food & beverage services, rental coordination, as well as floor plan and timeline creation for your wedding or special event. ​
Judy Gurnee Catering

Judy Gurnee Catering

New on Fash
Serves Lexington, KY
We are a completely custom boutique catering service offering menus which can cater to each customer's unique culinary preferences and requirements. Navigate to our website www.JudyGurneeCatering.com and check out our gluten-free, non-dairy, low-salt, vegetarian, vegan, and/or pescaterian menu options. Thirty years of experience in custom menu design, preparation, and service will make any event you plan a special one.

Your Wedding and Event Catering questions, answered

Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on Fash.

How much is catering?

Catering costs $10 to $35 per person for basic party food or a drop-off service. On average, caterers charge $500 to $7,500 total for 50 guests, $1,000 to $15,000 for 100 guests, and $1,500 to $23,000 for 150 guests. Alcohol or bartending options often cost extra.

Formal catering or wedding catering costs $30 to $200 per person for plated meals, a buffet, or food stations. A food truck rental costs $10 to $40 per person, depending on the type of event and whether you hire the truck on a weekend or holiday. Popular food truck menu options include tacos, pizza, BBQ, and ice cream.

What is catering?

Catering means supplying food and drink at a party, wedding, or other gathering. Some catering companies provide waitstaff, while others offer self-serve buffet stations or simply drop off prepared food to an event. Different catering companies provide different types of foods and cuisines, including:

  • Italian
  • Mexican
  • Barbeque
  • Japanese
  • Pizza
  • Sandwiches
  • Ice cream
  • Breakfast or brunch

How far in advance do I need to order catering?

Most caterers recommend ordering at least a few weeks to 6 months in advance, depending on the type of event and number of guests. However, catering a small party may not require as much advance time as a wedding, holiday party, or large corporate event.

Large chain restaurants often provide limited, drop-off catering services and require less notice than professional catering companies. Some chain restaurants and grocery stores offer catering services with only one day's notice.

What do caterers provide?

Caterers supply all the food for your event, either cooking it on-site or preparing it in their own kitchen beforehand. Many catering services include serving dishes, plates, glasses, and silverware in their price. Some caterers also offer tables, chairs, linens, or custom place settings for an added fee.

How long do caterers stay at an event?

Caterers typically serve food for 1 to 4 hours, depending on the time of year and number of guests. Setup usually takes 1 to 2 hours. Ask your caterer whether they will include any of the setup or cleanup time in their estimate.

Do you tip caterers?

Some caterers include a gratuity charge of 15% to 20% on your bill that is split between the servers. Before adding a cash tip, ask your caterer or review the contract to make sure a gratuity charge is not already included. If you decide to give cash tips directly, pay each person between $15 to $50.

How do I choose a catering company?

Search our list of caterers, then:

  • Get three or more free estimates to compare.
  • Read their reviews and menus on Fash and Google.
  • Choose a licensed, insured, and experienced company.
  • Try menu tasting before your event if possible.
  • Make sure they're a good fit for your budget and schedule.
  • Get a written estimate or contract.
  • Avoid making a large payment before your event begins.

After reading reviews and asking questions, hire the best company in your area.

What questions should I ask caterers?

When looking for local catering companies, consider asking the following questions:

  • How long have you been catering?
  • Are you licensed and insured?
  • How far in advance do I need to book?
  • What is your cancellation policy?
  • Do you allow menu changes?
  • Will you bring prepared food, or will you prepare it onsite?
  • How long will you be able to serve food?
  • How long do you need to set up?
  • Do you charge extra for travel fees?
  • Will you give me a written estimate and contract?

Reviews for Lexington catering services

Recent success stories from people in the Lexington area.
Debra Kay P.
Alswell was amazing. We gave her 3 days notice because it was a catering venue for after a memorial service (70 people). She not only pulled the event off flawlessly but the food and service were exceptional. She was so easy to work with and she is a very lovely lady.
Crown Royal catering and Event Planning LLC
Shelby's W.
Love your service and employees. Not to mention the great food and ribs
Dickey's barbecue Pit
Shamis T.
She was extremely professional, presentation was amazing and the food was sinfully delicious.
What’s Cooking By Laurie
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