Catering questions, answered
General
How much does catering cost in Houston?
Most buffets run about $25 to $65 per guest, chef stations about $50 to $80 and plated dinners about $75 to $120. Price depends on menu, staff and rentals, and you get it in writing.
How far ahead should I book?
For weddings, 6 to 12 months ahead is common, and fall and spring Saturdays go first. Office lunches and small parties can often be booked within a week or two.
Do I pay a deposit?
Yes. Most events take a 50% deposit to hold the date, and the balance is due before the event. Your final guest count locks a set number of days ahead.
Can you handle allergies and special diets?
Yes. Tell us at the tasting and we plan gluten-free, vegetarian and allergy dishes with their own utensils and labels.
Is your kitchen permitted?
Yes. Food is made in a permitted kitchen that follows the City of Houston Health Department rules. We keep a Certified Food Manager on staff, and every food worker holds a food handler card.
Weddings and galas
How much does wedding catering cost in Houston?
Most buffets run about $25 to $65 per guest, chef stations about $50 to $80 and plated dinners about $75 to $120. Price depends on menu, staff and rentals, and you get it in writing.
How far ahead should I book?
For weddings, 6 to 12 months ahead is common, and fall and spring Saturdays go first.
Do I pay a deposit?
Yes. Most events take a 50% deposit to hold the date, and the balance is due before the event.
Can you handle allergies?
Yes. Tell us at the tasting and we plan gluten-free, vegetarian and allergy dishes with their own utensils and labels.
Office lunches and drop-offs
How far ahead should I book?
Office lunches and small parties can often be booked within a week or two.
Do you deliver?
Yes. Delivery is free with Office Lunch Club Plus.
Can you handle allergies?
Yes. We label dishes and use separate utensils.
Can I set up a weekly lunch?
Yes. The Office Lunch Club is a standing weekly order.
Birthdays and private parties
Can you cater at my house?
Yes. We deliver, set up and clean up.
Do you handle small parties?
Yes. Ask about a minimum for your date.
What about kids?
We can add simple kid-friendly options.
Is there a deposit?
Yes. 50% holds the date.
Corporate events
Can you send a certificate of insurance?
Yes. Ask when you book and we send it to the venue.
Do you accept purchase orders?
Ask about invoicing and terms when you book.
How far ahead should I book?
A few weeks for most events. Large events need more time.
Can you serve diets and allergies?
Yes. We label dishes and use separate utensils.
Rehearsal dinners and showers
How many guests are typical?
Many rehearsal dinners are 20 to 60 guests. Tell us your count.
Can you cater a bridal shower?
Yes. We do showers with lighter menus.
Do you need a kitchen?
No. We can bring warming equipment. Tell us about the space.
Can we have passed appetizers?
Yes. The passed hour is $1,200.
Bar service
Do you provide the alcohol?
No. You supply it and we pour. We give you a list.
Are your bartenders certified?
Yes. They hold TABC seller-server certificates.
How many bartenders do I need?
Two for most events up to 100 guests.
Can you serve at a venue with its own rules?
Ask the venue first. We follow its rules.
Cost
How much does catering cost in Houston?
Most buffets run about $25 to $65 per guest, chef stations about $50 to $80 and plated dinners about $75 to $120. Price depends on menu, staff and rentals, and you get it in writing.
Is a deposit required?
Yes. Most events take a 50% deposit to hold the date.
Is gratuity extra?
Ours is 20% added to the final invoice for the staff.
Do you charge for rentals?
China, linens and glassware are an add-on. Ours is $1,400 for up to 100 guests.