26 caterers in Chattanooga, TN
We tracked down 51 possible caterers around Chattanooga and Cleveland, Signal Mountain, then checked each one against its own website. These are the 26 we could verify. Not a top ten, and not a paid directory.
7 of them (27%) publish their pricing. Those are listed first with the real numbers. The other 19 quote on request, which is normal in this industry, so plan on contacting several to compare.
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Tennessee caterers typically charge $28 to $47 per guest, with some vendors ranging as high as $176 per guest. Keep in mind that premium and luxury caterers rarely publish prices and require a direct inquiry, so the true market average is likely higher than these figures suggest.
The Chattanooga caterers list
Kals Events and Catering
ChattanoogaKals Events & Catering is a full-service caterer specializing in chef-driven, made-to-order cuisine for weddings, corporate events, and private parties across Tennessee and Georgia. They offer customizable menus featuring international flavors and live food stations, with comprehensive event management and bar service.
from $25/guestCuisine: brazilian, sushi/japanese, italian +4Service: food stations, chef-driven stations, plated dinners +4Bar service: YesFull-service wedding catering with $3,000 minimum and $25 per-person starting rate; final pricing varies by menu, staffing, bar, and rentals.
elegantmodernupscaleinteractivechef-drivenrestaurant-qualityParty Bites Kitchen + Catering & Event Space
ChattanoogaParty Bites Kitchen + Catering & Event Space is a Chattanooga-based caterer offering customizable menus from Southern comfort food to contemporary cuisine, with both catering services and an on-site event space.
$12/guest – $16/guestCuisine: southern, american comfort food, mediterranean +2Service: buffet, food stations, boxed lunches +2Bar service: NoBuffet and plated catering with per-guest pricing starting at $12 (below wedding floor) plus à la carte items; $400 minimum order.
Southerncontemporaryculinary-focusedcustomizableSugar's Ribs
ChattanoogaSugar's Ribs is a BBQ caterer in Chattanooga with a 100-seat banquet room and full off-premise catering capabilities. They specialize in authentic slow-smoked meats and offer family-style packages for events.
$14/guest – $36/guestCuisine: bbq, southernService: family-style, off-premise cateringBar service: YesFamily style packages start at $85; individual plates range $13.55–$35.75; full catering by inquiry.
rusticcasualbarbecueSouthernold-fashionedSimple Southern Catering
ChattanoogaSimple Southern Catering provides fresh, made-to-order Southern and Cajun/Creole cuisine for weddings in Chattanooga, with budget-friendly pricing and professional service staff included.
$25/guest – $28/guestCuisine: southern, cajun, creoleService: buffetBar service: NoPer-guest pricing for wedding catering packages; Package #3 is market-based (no published rate).
southerncajuncreolecasualtraditionalbudget-friendlyEvents with Taste
ChattanoogaEvents with Taste is Chattanooga's premier full-service caterer specializing in custom, chef-inspired menus for weddings and special events. With 25+ years of experience, they create personalized menus tailored to each couple's preferences and dietary needs.
$18/guest – $19/guestCuisine: contemporary american, southern, thai +4Service: buffet, plated, family-style +1Bar service: YesBuffet catering at $18.00–$18.50 per person qualifies as wedding-relevant; box lunches and corporate samples are non-wedding line items.
chef-inspiredelegantsophisticatedfarm-to-tablesustainableartisanalImpressions Catering
ClevelandImpressions Catering and Events is a full-service custom caterer in Cleveland, TN that specializes in weddings and special events with personalized consultations and private tastings. They offer both comprehensive full-service catering with staffing and rentals, and budget-friendly drop-off options.
$24/guest – $30/guestCuisine: mexican, italian, bbq +2Service: buffet, food stations, plated +2Bar service: YesFull Service wedding catering starts at $24 per person with typical final costs $25–$30+; Simply Catering menus $15–$20 per person.
Events by FEED Co
ChattanoogaFarm-to-table restaurant and tavern in Chattanooga's Southside offering private event spaces for up to 80 seated or 110 reception guests with customizable catering menus featuring elevated Southern cuisine.
$1,000 – $2,400Cuisine: southern, farm-to-table, steaks +4Service: buffet, plated, food stations +2Bar service: YesFood & beverage minimum pricing for different meal types (weekday/weekend, lunch/dinner/brunch) with tax and service charge applied.
rusticelegantfarm-to-tableSoutherntavernwarm and invitingChattanooga Catering
ChattanoogaChattanooga Catering is a full-service caterer specializing in wedding catering with customizable menus, bartending services, and complete event staffing. They serve Chattanooga, Cleveland, Ooltewah, TN and Dalton, GA with experience at local wedding venues.
Pricing on requestCuisine: southern, bbq, italian +5Service: buffet, plated, food stations +3Bar service: Yesformalelegantcustomizablediverse cuisineEvent Catering Chattanooga
ChattanoogaEvent Catering Chattanooga is a full-service catering company specializing in wedding catering across Chattanooga, Northern Georgia, and Alabama. They offer customizable menus, bartending services, and professional execution with a focus on being trusted wedding vendors.
Pricing on requestCuisine: bbq, americanService: buffet, food stations, drop-off +1Bar service: YesThe Crepe Outdoors
ClevelandThe Crepe Outdoors is a wedding and event caterer based in Cleveland, TN specializing in customizable menus from economical to elaborate, with signature crepe stations and extensive hors d'oeuvres packages. They offer personalized service with owners Kevin and Dana managing tastings, planning, setup, cooking, and service.
Pricing on requestCuisine: american, southern, bbq +4Service: buffet, plated, food stations +2Bar service: NoPricing requires phone inquiry; no published dollar amounts available.
elegantrusticcustomizablesouthernfarm-to-table feelEdley's Bar-B-Que
ChattanoogaEdley's Bar-B-Que is a family-owned BBQ caterer with multiple locations including Chattanooga, specializing in low-and-slow smoked meats and made-from-scratch sides. They explicitly offer wedding catering with flexible service options and are praised by couples for affordable pricing and delicious food.
Pricing on requestCuisine: bbq, southern, smoked meatsService: buffet, family-style, catered with staff serviceBar service: YescasualSouthernauthenticrusticfamily-friendlyGood Company Catering
ChattanoogaGood Company Catering is a Chattanooga-based catering company run by three hospitality professionals with 50+ years of combined experience. They specialize in creating customized events and maintain a tasting room at the Dwell Hotel in downtown Chattanooga.
Pricing on requestShuford's Smokehouse
Signal MountainShuford's Smokehouse is a family-owned BBQ restaurant and caterer in Chattanooga, TN that specializes in customized catering for weddings and events of any size. They offer hickory-smoked meats with a secret sauce recipe and flexible, personalized menu options.
Pricing on requestCuisine: bbq / southernService: customized cateringBar service: NoWedding catering pricing available by request only; no published rates provided.
casualrusticsouthernfamily-ownedtraditionalSweet Merry Berry
Signal MountainSweet Merry Berry is a professional catering service in Chattanooga, TN specializing in customized menus across diverse cuisines. Led by Chef Barry C. Brock, a classically trained culinary professional, they create personalized catering for weddings and special events.
Pricing on requestCuisine: italian, latin, mediterranean +3Service: buffet, servedBar service: NoWedding catering pricing available only upon request; no published dollar amounts.
Barque BBQ
ChattanoogaBarque BBQ is an authentic barbecue restaurant in Chattanooga's Southside Creative District that offers full catering services for weddings, reunions, and special events. They feature diverse BBQ styles, locally sourced ingredients, and vegetarian/vegan options.
Pricing on requestCuisine: bbq, southern, barbecueService: custom catering, platters by the poundBar service: NoIndividual menu items are published, but wedding catering pricing requires a quote request.
casualrusticlocalBBQmodern-casualcommunity-focusedChef Express Café
ChattanoogaChef Express is a Chattanooga-based catering company founded in 2015 by Chef Terence Locke, offering full-service catering with bartending and food truck options for events.
Pricing on requestCuisine: american, soul food (implied)Service: food truck, catering packagesBar service: Yescommunity-focuseddiverse cuisinefull-serviceBig Tom’s Backyard Grill & Bar
ClevelandBig Tom's Backyard Grill & Bar is a casual BBQ and Southern comfort food restaurant in Cleveland, TN that offers event catering and private room rentals for gatherings.
Pricing on requestCuisine: bbq, southern, american comfort food +2Service: buffet, family-styleBar service: Yescasualrusticfamily-friendlySouthernBBQ-focusednostalgicBrown Bag
Signal MountainBrown Bag is a casual catering company offering healthy, fresh cuisine with multiple menu options ranging from classic grilled chicken to fajita bars and Asian-inspired dishes. They serve the Chattanooga area with weekday catering and weekend service for larger groups (100+ person minimum).
Pricing on requestCuisine: american, southern, grilled +2Service: buffet, food stations, family-styleBar service: NoPer-guest catering prices ($12.95–$13.45) fall below realistic wedding meal levels and indicate non-wedding boxed-lunch or event catering.
casualhealth-consciousmoderncontemporaryBuddy's Bar-B-Q
ClevelandBuddy's Bar-B-Q is an East Tennessee BBQ restaurant and caterer since 1972 offering slow-cooked meats and sides available for custom catering events. They provide family packs, bulk orders, and operate the Bearden Banquet Hall for events.
Pricing on requestCuisine: bbq, southernService: family-style, family packs, bulk cateringBar service: Nocasualrusticsoutherntraditionalfamily-friendlyFarmhouse Cleveland
ClevelandFarmhouse Cleveland is a locally-owned country restaurant offering catering services for weddings, rehearsal dinners, and special events. They specialize in homestyle Southern comfort food served in a warm, welcoming farmhouse atmosphere.
Pricing on requestCuisine: southern comfort food, bbq, soul foodBar service: NorusticfarmhousecasualSouthernhomestyleMISSION BBQ
ChattanoogaMission BBQ is a casual BBQ restaurant chain with catering services available for events. They offer authentic, all-American BBQ cuisine with a focus on quality and service to their community.
Pricing on requestCuisine: bbq, southern, all-americanBar service: Nocasualall-americanbbqpatrioticcommunity-focusedRib & Loin
ChattanoogaAward-winning BBQ caterer in Chattanooga with 34+ years of experience offering smoked meats, sides, and desserts for events of all sizes. Known for casual, customizable barbecue catering with on-site service capability.
Pricing on requestCuisine: bbqService: buffet, customizable menuBar service: NoWedding catering pricing available upon request; no published prices.
casualrusticSouthernShane's Rib Shack - Cleveland
ClevelandShane's Rib Shack is a BBQ casual dining chain offering catering services for events of all sizes, including weddings. They provide delivery, pick-up, and full-service catering options with customizable packages.
Pricing on requestCuisine: bbq, southern, americanService: buffet, full-serviceBar service: Nocasualrusticdown-homeSouthernThe Purple Daisy Picnic Cafe
ChattanoogaThe Purple Daisy Picnic Cafe is a BBQ and picnic fare restaurant in Historic St. Elmo, Chattanooga, that offers catering services for weddings and special events with full-service setup, serving, and cleanup.
Pricing on requestCuisine: bbq, southern, picnic fareService: full-service cateringBar service: NocasualrusticBBQpicnicoutdoor patiofamily-friendlyHeat N Eat/The Eatery at Bradley Square
ClevelandHeat N Eat is a meal prep and catering service in Cleveland, TN that offers custom catering options including standard trays, box lunches, and buffets, with rental space available for events.
Pricing on requestCuisine: health-conscious, gluten-free, keto +1Service: buffet, box lunches, standard traysBar service: NoMeal prep and à la carte pricing for non-wedding catering; no wedding per-guest or package pricing published.
Jerome's Fine Swine & BBQ
Signal MountainJerome's Fine Swine & BBQ is a BBQ caterer located in Whitwell, Tennessee, offering casual dining experiences with a focus on smoked meats and Southern barbecue.
Pricing on requestCuisine: bbqrusticcasualSouthern
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