129 caterers in Charlotte, NC

We tracked down 255 possible caterers around Charlotte and Matthews, Mooresville, Kannapolis, Cornelius, Concord and 6 more nearby towns, then checked each one against its own website. These are the 129 we could verify. Not a top ten, and not a paid directory.

19 of them (15%) publish their pricing. Those are listed first with the real numbers. The other 110 quote on request, which is normal in this industry, so plan on contacting several to compare.

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Wedding Caterers pricing in North Carolina
Typical per-guest range
$34/guest$47/guest
Market range
$20/guest$135/guest
Publish pricing
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North Carolina caterers typically charge $34 to $47 per guest, with the full market range running from $20 to $135 per guest. Because premium and luxury caterers rarely publish prices and require direct inquiry, vendors with listed pricing skew toward the budget end, meaning the true market average is likely higher than these figures suggest.

The Charlotte caterers list

Showing 20 of 129 caterers
  • Apostle 'Que

    Matthews

    Apostle 'Que is a BBQ caterer specializing in live fire, slow-smoked meats and Southern sides. They offer catering services for events with customizable menu options and full service setup.

    $4/guest – $17/guestCuisine: bbq, southern, smoked meatsService: buffet, food stations, catering with full setupBar service: No

    Mix of per-person appetizer pricing (below wedding threshold) and protein pan pricing; includes sides and service items.

    rusticcasualsouthernbbqfarm-to-fork
    apostleque.com(704) 200-7570Indian Trail, NC 28079 United States
  • Table & Board

    Mooresville

    Table & Board is a luxury charcuterie and grazing table caterer in Davidson, NC specializing in artisan cheese boards, custom grazing tables, and gourmet catering for weddings and events.

    from $30/guestService: grazing tables, charcuterie boards, food stations +3Bar service: Yes

    Per-person pricing for custom grazing tables and mobile cart catering with stated minimums.

    elegantartisanrustic-moderngourmetupscalecontemporary
    thetableandboard.com(704) 964-5101416 S Main St, Davidson, NC 28036, USA
  • Havana Carolina Cafe

    Kannapolis

    Havana Carolina Cafe is a family-owned Cuban restaurant and bakery offering custom cakes and event packages for celebrations. They provide sheet cakes in vanilla or chocolate along with traditional Cuban pastries and appetizers for weddings and events.

    $5/guest – $4/guestCuisine: custom sheet cakes, cuban pastries, guava pastries +1

    Catering packages with cake and appetizers; per-guest rates calculated from stated package totals are below wedding catering norms.

    Cubanethniccasualfamily-ownedtraditional
    havanacarolinacafe.net(980) 777-8903900 Cloverleaf Plaza, Kannapolis, NC 28083, USA
  • The Crazy Pig in Davidson

    Cornelius

    The Crazy Pig BBQ Taphouse is a casual BBQ restaurant in Davidson, NC that offers catering services for weddings and special events. They provide customizable menus with smoked meats, sides, and party platters suitable for various celebration sizes.

    from $20/guestCuisine: bbq, southernService: catering packages, party platters, meat by the pound +1Bar service: Yes

    Party platter starting price and per-person catering option are wedding-relevant; individual items and meat-by-pound are non-wedding retail.

    casualBBQrustictaphouse
    thecrazypigbbq.com7049972320402 S Main St, Davidson, NC 28036, USA
  • Ciao Y'all Catering

    Concord

    Ciao Y'all Catering is an Asheville-based Italian caterer specializing in weddings and special events, blending Appalachian ingredients with Italian presentation. They offer full-service catering with professional staffing, custom menus, and a strong reputation (5-star reviews).

    from $25/guest

    Large event catering with per-person pricing starting at $25/guest; service charge and travel fees apply as add-ons.

    elegantitaliansouthernrusticsophisticatedfarm-to-table
    ciaoyallcatering.com+17078459620570 Brevard Rd Unit 9, Asheville, NC 28806, USA
  • Gatherings Catering and Event Center

    Huntersville

    Gatherings Catering and Event Center is a full-service caterer and event venue in Statesville, NC offering customizable wedding menus, professional bartending, and an on-site venue accommodating up to 120 guests.

    $34/guest – $48/guestCuisine: american, home-style, italianService: buffet, plated, food stationsBar service: Yes

    Wedding catering packages priced per guest, ranging from Essential to Elite tier.

    elegantmodernintimateneutral
    gatheringscateringandeventcenter.com(704) 216-4586232 Signal Hill Dr, Statesville, NC, 28625
  • Heirloom Catering

    Concord

    Heirloom Catering is a family-owned full-service caterer in Belmont, NC specializing in wedding catering with buffet and plated options starting at $39.99 per person. They offer customizable menus, fully staffed service, and transparent pricing with no hidden fees.

    from $40/guestService: buffet, platedBar service: No

    Wedding catering priced at per-guest rate starting at $39.99/person.

    heirloomcateringnc.com33 Glenway St, Belmont, NC 28012, USA
  • The Liberty Catering Company

    Statesville

    The Liberty Catering Company is a wedding and corporate caterer in Elkin, NC offering freshly made cuisine with diverse menu options from casual to elegant. They operate their own on-site wedding venue and have over 8 years of catering experience.

    from $18/guest

    Per-guest pricing for wedding catering items; charcuterie boards and full dinner buffet menus available.

    professionalcustomizablebuffet-stylediverse-cuisines
    thelibertycatering.com3364841877222 E Main St, Elkin, NC 28621, USA
  • Catering By Cordre

    Charlotte

    Catering by Cordre is a Charlotte-based caterer specializing in high-quality, made-from-scratch cuisine for weddings and special events. Led by Chef Manuel Cordrè with 30+ years of culinary expertise, they offer three tiered wedding menu packages with professional service and setup.

    $85/guest – $135/guestCuisine: contemporary american, southern, bbq +3Service: buffet, plated, butler passed hors d'oeuvres +2Bar service: No

    Wedding catering with three tiered per-person menu options ranging from $85–$135.

    elegantrefinedcreativeupscalesophisticated
    cateringbycordre.com(704) 412-40481801 Cross Beam Dr K, Charlotte, NC 28217, USA
  • Fresh Chef Kitchen

    Indian Trail

    Fresh Chef Kitchen is a restaurant-based caterer with multiple NC locations offering fresh, made-from-scratch cuisine for events of any size. They provide appetizers, entrees, sides, and desserts with dietary accommodations including gluten-free options.

    $20/guest – $40/guestCuisine: contemporary american, farm-to-tableService: plated, buffet

    Sides pricing provided at per-guest range; entree and appetizer pricing requires inquiry.

    contemporarycasual elegantfresh cuisine
    freshchefkitchen.com(704) 628-51797800 Stevens Mill Rd p p, P, Stallings, NC 28104, USA
  • Hickory and Heart

    Mint Hill

    Hickory & Heart is a slow-smoked BBQ caterer in Charlotte, NC that specializes in full-service and delivery catering for weddings and large events. They offer customizable menus with in-house smoked meats and fresh, housemade sides.

    from $18/guestCuisine: southern bbq, americanService: buffet, family-style, full-serviceBar service: No

    Buffet packages start at $18 per person for wedding catering; appetizer items listed separately.

    casualrusticsouthernBBQlaid-back
    hickoryandheart.com(704) 246-603010822 Providence Rd, Charlotte, NC 28277, USA
  • Nimbus Teppanyaki

    Concord

    Nimbus Teppanyaki is a private hibachi chef service that brings Japanese teppanyaki cooking directly to your event location. With over 10 years of chef experience, they offer an interactive dining experience with customizable menus and tiered pricing packages.

    $85/guest – $120/guestCuisine: japanese teppanyakiService: hibachi table cooking, interactive chef serviceBar service: No

    Per-person catering pricing for three tiered wedding meal packages.

    interactivemodernJapaneseupscaleexperiential
    nimbusteppanyaki.com1889 Warren C Coleman Blvd, Concord, NC 28025, USA
  • Anderson Catering

    Charlotte

    Anderson Catering is a Charlotte-based caterer established in 1946 offering catering for weddings, rehearsal dinners, and other special occasions with Southern comfort food and homemade pies.

    $9/guest – $15/guestCuisine: southern, american comfort food, italian +1Service: buffet, catering pans, family-styleBar service: No

    Per-person menu pricing published; catering packages available only by inquiry.

    Southerncomfort foodtraditionalfamily-ownedclassic
    andersonsdelivery.com70433334911617 Elizabeth Ave, Charlotte, NC 28204, USA
  • Hillbilly's Barbeque & Steaks

    Gastonia

    Hillbilly's Barbeque & Steaks is a BBQ restaurant in Lowell, NC that offers catering for weddings and other events. They provide BBQ, steaks, chicken, and ribs with customizable catering packages.

    $8/guest – $36/guestCuisine: bbq, southern, steaks +1Service: buffet, family-styleBar service: No

    Individual plate pricing published; wedding catering packages available by inquiry only.

    casualrusticSouthernhometowntraditional
    hillbillysbbqsteaks.com7048248838305 S Main St, Lowell, NC 28098, USA
  • Viny’s Catering

    Gastonia

    Viny's Catering is a full-service caterer in Gastonia, NC led by Chef Vincent with 30+ years of experience, offering customizable catering packages and event space rentals. They provide both casual dining and formal event catering with tailored menus available upon request.

    from $47/guestCuisine: southern, comfort foodService: buffet, food stations, drop-offBar service: No

    Silver Package catering at $47 per person with 50-person minimum; holiday menu items are à la carte retail pricing.

    vinyscatering.com9803968734245 West Garrison Boulevard, Gastonia, NC, 28052-4099
  • The Loyalist Market

    Matthews

    The Loyalist Market is a cut-to-order cheese and charcuterie restaurant offering catering services for weddings and special events. They specialize in artisanal cheeses, cured meats, sandwiches, and gourmet small plates ideal for receptions and rehearsal dinners.

    $25 – $72Cuisine: artisanal/gourmet, american contemporary, mediterranean-influencedService: grazing tables, small plates, food stationsBar service: Yes

    Vendor publishes cheese board package pricing ($25–$72) and individual items; catering packages by inquiry only.

    upscaleartisanalgourmetcontemporarylocally-sourced
    theloyalistmarket.com+17048149866435 N Trade St #102, Matthews, NC 28105, USA
  • Meadow's Wood-Fired

    Mooresville

    Meadow's Wood-Fired is an independently owned Italian and fusion wood-fired pizza caterer in Mooresville, NC that specializes in handcrafted pizzas, fresh subs, and salads for private events and celebrations.

    $55 – $110Cuisine: italian, fusionService: food stations, family-styleBar service: No

    Mix of individual food items (pizzas, starters) and platters; custom wedding quotes available upon request but no wedding-specific pricing published.

    rusticcasualItalianfarm-to-table
    meadowswoodfired.com+19804440591823 Oakridge Farm Highway, Mooresville, NC, 28115
  • Miró Spanish Grille

    Charlotte

    Miró Spanish Grille is an upscale Spanish restaurant in Charlotte's Ballantyne area offering private dining, catering services, and event planning for weddings and special occasions. Known for authentic Spanish cuisine including paella, tapas, and an extensive wine selection.

    $69 – $132

    Mixed pricing with family meal entrées and non-wedding items; full dessert cakes are wedding-relevant package totals.

    elegantromanticsophisticatedSpanishupscale casual
    mirospanishgrille.com704540737412239 North Community House Road, Charlotte, NC, 28277
  • Two Scoops Creamery

    Charlotte

    Two Scoops Creamery is a locally-owned, award-winning homemade ice cream shop with 5 locations across the Charlotte area that offers catering services for weddings and special events. They provide mobile cart options and pre-packaged scoops to serve ice cream at wedding festivities.

    $995 – $1,995

    Mobile cart packages for events plus per-scoop retail pricing; cart packages are wedding-relevant, individual scoops are non-wedding retail.

    casualfamily-friendlymodernfun
    twoscoopscreamery.com+17049005792913 Central Ave, Charlotte, NC 28204, USA
  • Anne's Custom Catering

    Mooresville

    Custom Catering by Anne is a full-service caterer in Swannanoa, NC specializing in creative, artfully-presented cuisine for weddings and events. Led by chef Anne Foreman with 40+ years of culinary experience, they offer customized menus from rustic to French cuisine, plus wedding cakes and baked goods.

    Pricing on requestCuisine: french provençal, southern, barbecue +2
    elegantartisticcreativerefinedsophisticatedrustic
    customcateringbyanne.com(828) 450-35252304 US-70 B, Swannanoa, NC, 28778
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