Find a catering service in Salt Lake City, UT

Find catering services in Salt Lake City, UT

Find catering services in Salt Lake City, UT

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Top 10 catering services in Salt Lake City, UT

Clients agree: these Salt Lake City catering services are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
Teresa Otineru

Teresa Otineru

New on Fash
2 hires on Fash
3+ years in business
Serves Salt Lake City, UT
Welcome to Teresa Otineru, where we transform your special moments into unforgettable experiences. Based in the heart of Salt Lake City, UT, I specialize in providing comprehensive event services that include exquisite floral arrangements, personalized wedding officiating, and exceptional catering. As a dedicated solo entrepreneur, I bring a personal touch to every wedding and event, ensuring that each detail reflects your unique vision. Let me handle the decorations and catering, so you can fully enjoy your celebration. Trust Teresa Otineru to make your event truly memorable.
Mountain High Society LLC

Mountain High Society LLC

New on Fash
2+ years in business
Serves Salt Lake City, UT
Chef Ryan Gordon has spent over the past decade uniquely refining and sharing his culinary talent from the West Coast to the Middle East. Specializing in scratch cooking beginning with whole ingredients, lovingly sourced and simply presented. His culinary journey began in downtown LA under the wing of Chef Felix Barron as sous chef and continued through various restaurants, boutique catering kitchens, farms and markets. He applies techniques acquired from his experience in the Mediterranean, North African, and Latin/Caribbean regions. His intent is to establish positive, considerate relationships with clients, their families and guests
Event Masters Design And Decor

Event Masters Design And Decor

New on Fash
Offers online services
Serves Salt Lake City, UT
After 20 years of servicing others, we have an ubundant knowlege and skill to create almost anything you desire. We do design, decor, catering, backdrops, tables, chairs, linens, etc. Everything you need for an amazing event. I love to creat a dream event... one of a kind! We don't do cookie-cutter events. Something new every time
Enigma Chef

Enigma Chef

5.0(1)
1 hire on Fash
Serves Salt Lake City, UT
Mike H. says, "Relaxed, adaptable, friendly, able to work within our budget. Exceeded expectations. Varied menu over 8 days." Read more
Mama Lau Gourmet Empanadas & More

Mama Lau Gourmet Empanadas & More

New on Fash
10+ years in business
Serves Salt Lake City, UT
We love to serve the best Argentine’s Empanadas and Gourmet European/Argentine fusion cuisine in a practical and modern way to delight our customers
Betony Traveling Café

Betony Traveling Café

New on Fash
6+ years in business
Serves Salt Lake City, UT
Personal/private chef and catering services based out of the Greater Salt Lake City area of Utah. Offering Exclusive Meal Services (2 to 30 guests) prepared in your home kitchen or vacation rental property (ex. lodge, resort, hotel, Airbnb). Also offer catering-style meal services (delivery only or on-site waitstaff), for small-scale events of all kinds (up to 100 people)
Boss Brothers LLC

Boss Brothers LLC

New on Fash
6+ years in business
Serves Salt Lake City, UT
At Boss Brothers LLC, based in Salt Lake City, we specialize in making your events memorable with our top-tier wedding and event catering services. With a team of four dedicated professionals, we also offer flexible food truck or cart services to bring culinary delight directly to your venue. Moreover, our comprehensive event planning ensures a seamless and enjoyable experience from start to finish. Choose us to transform your special occasion into an extraordinary celebration.
El Gallo Giro

El Gallo Giro

New on Fash
21+ years in business
Serves Salt Lake City, UT
I've been in the food industry for 30 years. I cook the best Mexican cuisine. I do weddings,quinceaneras, corporate event.
Barbacoa Mexican Grill

Barbacoa Mexican Grill

New on Fash
26+ years in business
Serves Salt Lake City, UT
Barbacoa began serving common sense food in 1999 by providing simple, quickly prepared meals with fresh, wholesome ingredients. We have been serving natural, non-processed food for our customers before it was popular to do so, because we believe our customers deserve to eat well at a fair price.
Gourmandise The Bakery Catering

Gourmandise The Bakery Catering

New on Fash
1 hire on Fash
17+ years in business
Serves Salt Lake City, UT
We are the premier French Bakery / cafe in the Salt Lake Valley with 3 locations and a growing catering department.

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 Salt Lake City catering services

Recent success stories from people in the Salt Lake City area.
Teri L.
HAWAIIAN ICE is awesome!!! Blake arrived ready to make our celebration a smashing success! He went above and beyond to make certain that every guest had the PERFECT shaved ice! He came with plenty of options and had by far the best price in town! I totally feel that HAWAIIAN ICE is more than fairly priced and Blake is wonderful to work with! In this new world of COVID, HAWAIIAN ICE was the PERFECT choice for our event! The entire operation is clean and easily executed with Social Distance protocol. Blake wore a mask and gloves and EVERYONE felt very comfortable and safe at our event! HAWAIIAN ICE is absolutely DELICIOUS and a WONDERFUL treat in any weather. It’s delightful in hot weather and even when the weather turns chilly (as it did for our party) our guests still went crazy for this SCRUMPTIOUS treat! HAWAIIAN ICE was greatly enjoyed by ALL of our guests, young and old! Blake is extremely dependable, trustworthy and conscientious!!! I highly recommend this EXTRAORDINARY company for any and all events!!!
Hawaiian Ice
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