156 caterers in Raleigh, NC

We tracked down 295 possible caterers around Raleigh and Morrisville, Cary, Chapel Hill, Wake Forest, Durham and 7 more nearby towns, then checked each one against its own website. These are the 156 we could verify. Not a top ten, and not a paid directory.

19 of them (12%) publish their pricing. Those are listed first with the real numbers. The other 137 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 Raleigh caterers list

Showing 20 of 156 caterers
  • Chinelos Catering Service

    Raleigh

    Chinelos Catering Service offers Latin and international cuisine catering tailored to taste and budget, with both buffet and plated service options. They provide full-service catering with displays, appetizers, and customizable menus for events.

    $18/guest – $49/guestCuisine: latin, internationalService: buffet, plated, food stationsBar service: No

    Catering pricing includes display packages and per-guest hors d'oeuvres; displays are non-wedding retail items, hors d'oeuvres per-guest pricing is wedding-relevant.

    elegantinternationalLatin cuisine
    chineloscatering.com+1+ +191924405435176 North Carolina 42, Garner, NC, 27529
  • Smithfield's Chicken 'N Bar-B-Q

    Morrisville

    Smithfield's Chicken 'N Bar-B-Q is a North Carolina-based casual BBQ restaurant chain offering catering services with pre-designed party packages for 20-50+ guests. Their catering focuses on fried chicken, pulled pork BBQ, and classic Southern sides.

    $8/guest – $13/guestCuisine: bbq, southern, soul foodService: buffet, family-styleBar service: No

    Party packages for 20 guests start at $150–$250; individual items also listed but below wedding catering per-guest norms.

    casualSouthernnostalgicfamily-style
    scnbnc.com91923860443578 Davis Dr, Morrisville, NC 27560, USA
  • Donovan's Dish Catering

    Raleigh

    Award-winning caterer specializing in scratch-made, chef-prepared wedding catering with Southern-influenced cuisine and five-star service. Full-service catering starting at $75-80 per person.

    $75/guest – $80/guestCuisine: southern-influencedService: plated, buffet, food stations +2Bar service: Yes

    Full service wedding catering priced per person at $75–80 per guest.

    Southern-influencedfamily-inspiredrefinedscratch-mademodern with tradition
    donovansdish.com(919) 651-8309107 Edinburgh S Dr #131, Cary, NC 27511, USA
  • Mitchell•Casteel A Fine Catered Affair

    Raleigh

    Mitchell•Casteel A Fine Catered Affair is a full-service catering and wedding planning company in Raleigh with 45+ years of experience. They offer comprehensive wedding services including cuisine, design, décor, and planning with in-house wedding specialists.

    $40/guest – $120/guestCuisine: international, locally sourced, regional +1Service: passed hors d'oeuvres, buffet, food stations +2Bar service: Yes

    Per-guest pricing for wedding cocktail hour and dinner reception with custom and prix fixe menu options.

    elegantupscalerefinedprofessionallocally-sourced
    mitchellcasteel.com91984701351732 Capital Boulevard Raleigh, NC, 27604 United States
  • Clyde Cooper's Barbeque

    Raleigh

    Clyde Cooper's Barbecue is an Eastern NC-style BBQ caterer established in 1938, offering full-service and pickup buffet catering for weddings and events in the Raleigh area. They specialize in traditional BBQ with customizable menus and optional add-ons.

    $15/guest – $21/guestCuisine: southernService: buffet, full-service catered buffet, pickup buffetBar service: No

    Per-guest pricing for full-service and buffet wedding catering with stated minimums.

    rusticcasualtraditionalsouthernBBQ
    clydecoopersbbq.com(919) 832-76141326 E Millbrook Rd, Raleigh, NC 27609, USA
  • Daniel's Restaurant & Catering

    Cary

    Daniel's is an Italian restaurant and caterer in Apex, NC offering private dining spaces for rehearsal dinners and social events, plus full catering services for weddings and celebrations.

    from $35/guestCuisine: italian, contemporary italianService: family-style, plated, buffetBar service: Yes

    Private dining at $35/person is wedding-relevant; corporate catering at $15/person is non-wedding.

    casualItalianfamily-stylecozyintimatetraditional
    danielsapex.com+191930310061430 W Williams St, Apex, NC 27523, USA
  • The Food Fairy®

    Chapel Hill

    The Food Fairy is a personal chef and catering service based in Pittsboro, NC that specializes in customized menus accommodating all dietary needs and restrictions for events of all sizes, from intimate dinners to large weddings.

    $16/guest – $33/guestCuisine: mediterranean, thai, indian +7Service: plated, family-style, food stationsBar service: Yes

    Per-guest catering pricing for wedding meals; personalized quotes available.

    foodfairy.com(919) 740-5856363 Nicks Bend W, Pittsboro, NC 27312, USA
  • Sugar Magnolia Cafe

    Wake Forest

    Sugar Magnolia Café is a charming downtown Wake Forest cafe offering catering services and special event hosting, including off-site catering for weddings and private parties. They specialize in fresh, made-from-scratch cuisine with a focus on afternoon tea services and upscale sandwiches.

    from $44/guestCuisine: contemporary american, mediterranean, cafe cuisine +1Service: tea service, stationed / grazing displayBar service: Yes

    Specialty tea service at $43.95/person is wedding-relevant; sandwiches and salads ($7.50–$13.50) are non-wedding catering items.

    charmingelegantsophisticatedcafeafternoon teadowntown
    sugarmagnoliacafe.com(919) 435-4436219 S White St, Wake Forest, NC 27587, USA
  • THE ORIGINAL Q SHACK

    Durham

    The Original Q Shack is a BBQ caterer in Durham, NC specializing in smoked meats and homemade sides with 20+ years of experience. They offer catering for parties of 20 or more with flexible menu options and delivery to the Triangle area.

    $12/guest – $18/guestCuisine: bbq, southern, smoked meatsService: buffet, family-styleBar service: No

    Per-person catering pricing for wedding meals with a 20-person minimum.

    rusticcasualSouthernBBQcomfort food
    theoriginalqshackdurham.com91940242272510 University Dr, Durham, NC 27707, USA
  • Wedgewood Cheese Bar

    Chapel Hill

    Wedgewood Cheese Bar is a wine bar and cheese shop in Carrboro, NC that hosts private dining events and tastings. While not a traditional wedding cake vendor, they offer chef-curated dinners, cheese courses, and wine pairings suitable for rehearsal dinners, receptions, and celebration events.

    $35/guest – $75/guest

    Per-guest catering pricing for casual and seated meal options; premium experiences require inquiry.

    artisanalsophisticatedintimatewine-focusedEuropean-inspired
    wedgewoodcheesebar.com(984) 278-2967100 Brewer Ln B, Carrboro, NC 27510, USA
  • CHRG Catering

    Raleigh

    CHRG Catering is the catering division of Chapel Hill Restaurant Group, a locally-established hospitality company serving the Triangle since 1977. They provide full-service wedding catering with restaurant-quality cuisine and professional event coordination.

    $2,500 – $4,000Cuisine: southern, contemporary american, italian +2Service: plated, passed hors d'oeuvres, buffet +1Bar service: Yes

    Wedding catering minimums vary by day of week, ranging from $2,500 (Mon–Fri) to $4,000 (Sunday).

    elegantmodernsouthernlocally-sourcedupscalecontemporary
    chrgcatering.com(919) 323-27485416 Page Rd, Durham, NC 27703, USA
  • Andia's Ice Cream

    Cary

    Andia's Ice Cream is an award-winning, super-premium ice cream cater specializing in full-service and drop-off catering for weddings and events across the Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill area. They offer customizable ice cream bars, specialty desserts, and premium ice cream cakes with dietary accommodations.

    $45 – $53

    Premium ice cream cakes published at $45–$53 each; full-service catering packages require inquiry; individual scoops are non-wedding retail.

    modernfamily-friendlypremiumcasualfun
    andiasicecream.com(919) 822-186610120 Green Level Church Road #208, Cary, NC 27519, USA
  • Cafe Orleans/Quizine Orleans

    Garner

    Quizine Orleans is a Cajun, Creole, and Southern cuisine caterer based in Raleigh, NC that specializes in wedding catering with both buffet and plated service options. They offer full-service event staffing including servers, bartenders, and culinary professionals.

    $18/hour – $25/hourCuisine: cajun, creole, southernService: buffet, platedBar service: Yes

    Hourly staffing rates for servers, bartenders, culinary, and event management; wedding package pricing available upon request only.

    CajunCreoleSouthern
    quizineorleans.com50477745251425 Promise Beacon Circle, Raleigh, NC, 27610
  • Black Bear BBQ

    Wake Forest

    Black Bear BBQ is a chef-driven BBQ caterer in Asheville, NC offering traditional smoked meats, house-made sides, and vegetarian options for weddings and special events. They provide full catering services with dining room reservation or off-site delivery.

    $27 – $54Cuisine: bbq, southern, smoked meats +1Service: family-style, bulk meats with sides, dining room reservation +1Bar service: No

    BBQ caterer with Family Feast packages (serves 2–8) at wedding-relevant price points; also offers à la carte bulk and sides.

    casualsouthernrusticfamily-friendlychef-driven
    blackbearbbqavl.com(828) 298-1035800 Fairview Rd Suite C8, Asheville, NC 28803, USA
  • Bouquet Garni Foods & Catering

    Chapel Hill

    Bouquet Garni Foods & Catering offers elegant catering services with French and West African cuisine, featuring customizable menus for weddings, intimate dinners, and special events. Chef Eric Ndiaye brings 25 years of culinary experience and emphasizes fresh, high-quality ingredients.

    $250 – $400Cuisine: french, west african (senegalese), american +1Service: buffet, plated, family-styleBar service: No

    Meal plans published at $250–$400 range; individual menu items $5–$14 are non-wedding retail pricing.

    elegantromanticsophisticatedFrench-influencedinternational
    bouquetgarnifoods.com(919) 655-5000306 W Franklin St, Chapel Hill, NC 27516, USA
  • Chop Shop BBQ & Grill

    Raleigh

    Chop Shop BBQ & Grill is an authentic North Carolina barbecue caterer offering full-service catering with customizable options for weddings and events of any size. They provide stress-free setup and fast cleanup with smoked meats and traditional Southern sides.

    $35 – $52Cuisine: bbq, southern, carolina barbecueService: drop-off pans, boxed barbecue lunches, full-serviceBar service: No

    Family platters ($35–$52) are wedding-relevant package pricing; sandwiches and plates are non-wedding retail items.

    rusticcasualSouthernauthenticBBQ
    chopshopbbq.com919-896-8101210 E Six Forks Rd, Raleigh, NC 27609, USA
  • Narrative Coffee Company

    Durham

    Narrative Coffee Company is a specialty coffee shop in downtown Durham offering espresso bar and tea bar catering services for events. They provide freshly brewed coffee, tea, and artisan pastries with dedicated service staff.

    $655 – $1,655

    Espresso bar catering package pricing with service duration range; pastries priced by count (estimated per-serving).

    elevatedinvitingcommunity-focusedartisanalcontemporary
    narrativecoffeecompany.com(919) 323-7951300 Morris St Ste 101, Durham, NC 27701, USA
  • Geluna Gelato & Catering

    Cary

    Geluna Gelato is an Italian gelato shop in downtown Cary offering full-service and drop-off catering options perfect for weddings and events. They provide multiple service formats including vintage carts, mobile carts, and pre-packed cup options.

    $750 – $950Cuisine: italian gelato

    Gelato cart/stand service packages for events up to 100 people; per-guest calculation unavailable from text.

    authentic Italianartisanalfamily-ownedlocally-sourced
    gelunagelato.com852-123-4567111 East Chatham Street, Suite C Cary, NC United States
  • Mr. A's Beignets

    Cary

    Mr. A's Beignets is a mobile beignet bakery serving fresh, authentic New Orleans-style beignets and chicory coffee to events throughout the Triangle area. They offer on-site catering services with a minimum of $700 for 2 hours of service.

    from $700Cuisine: beignets, chicory coffee, hot cocoa +1

    On-site catering with a $700 minimum for 2 hours, then $100 per additional hour.

    casualuniquefood truckNew Orleans inspired
    squaredoughnuts.com312 South Mason Street, Apex, NC, 27502-1921
  • A Thyme Savor

    Wake Forest

    A Thyme Savor is a family-owned caterer specializing in weddings with 20+ years of experience in Eastern North Carolina. They offer customizable menus featuring elevated Southern and Italian cuisine with full-service catering options.

    Pricing on requestCuisine: southern, italian, elevated/contemporaryService: plated, buffet, family-style +2Bar service: Yes
    elegantrefinedSouthernItaliantraditional with elevated touch
    athymesavor.com910-262-29623704 Carolina Beach Rd, Wilmington, NC 28412, USA
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