38 caterers in Tallahassee, FL
We tracked down 76 possible caterers around Tallahassee and St. George Island, Gainesville, Ocala, The Villages, Lake City and 2 more nearby towns, then checked each one against its own website. These are the 38 we could verify. Not a top ten, and not a paid directory.
6 of them (16%) publish their pricing. Those are listed first with the real numbers. The other 32 quote on request, which is normal in this industry, so plan on contacting several to compare.
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Florida wedding caterers typically charge $35 to $60 per guest, with the broader market ranging from $20 to $300 per guest. Because premium and luxury caterers rarely publish prices and require a direct inquiry, the vendors reflected in these numbers skew toward the more affordable end, meaning the true market average is likely higher.
The Tallahassee caterers list
Fatdaddy's Smokehouse and Grill
St. George IslandFatdaddy's Smokehouse and Grill is a coastal BBQ restaurant offering full-service catering for events of 10-100+ guests with smoked meats and classic sides. They provide pickup, delivery, and on-site catering with serving crews for private celebrations.
$18/guest – $27/guestCuisine: bbq, southern, smoked meatsService: buffet, family-style, self-serve +1Bar service: NoCatering vendor with per-guest pricing for wedding packages ($17.95–$26.95) and non-wedding tailgate packages starting at $89.95.
rusticcoastallaid-backwaterfrontBBQRed Mesa Catering
GainesvilleRed Mesa Catering is a full-service caterer in Gainesville, Florida with over 20 years of experience specializing in weddings, corporate events, and social celebrations. They offer customizable menus across multiple cuisine styles with comprehensive service including setup, teardown, and professional staff.
$23/guest – $27/guestCuisine: american, latin american, french +7Service: buffet, plated, food stations +5Bar service: YesPer-guest buffet pricing for full-service wedding catering with multiple entree and side options.
elegantcustomizablerefineddiverseinteractiveLa Casella Catering
OcalaLa Casella Catering is a boutique catering company in Ocala, Florida specializing in customized, fresh cuisine prepared by Chef Patti McQueen. They offer full-service catering for weddings and special events with flexible service options and dietary accommodations.
$15/guest – $18/guestCuisine: contemporary american, mediterranean, fresh/farm-to-table +2Service: buffet, plated, drop-off +2Bar service: YesBreakfast/brunch and hors d'oeuvres per-guest pricing; brunch falls within wedding catering range.
customizedupscalefreshlocally-sourcedelegantPasta Faire
OcalaPasta Faire is an Italian restaurant and catering specialist in Belleview, Florida, serving weddings and special events since 1991. They offer extensive buffet catering, party platters, and customizable Italian cuisine for groups of all sizes.
$19/guest – $26/guestCuisine: italianService: buffet, plated, party plattersBar service: NoPer-guest buffet catering pricing for wedding meals; platter and optional add-on fees not quantified as packages.
Italianclassiccasualcomfortablefamily-friendlyThe Fiery Chef
OcalaThe Fiery Chef is a full-service gourmet catering company in Ocala, Florida, run by Chef Felix with 40 years of culinary experience. They specialize in customized wedding catering with diverse menu options across multiple dietary categories.
$14/guest – $24/guestCuisine: gourmet, cajun, seafood +3Service: full-service, drop-off, plated +2Bar service: YesBreakfast and full-service catering per-guest pricing; appetizer line items and travel fees excluded as non-wedding.
gourmetelegantupscalemodernsophisticatedthefierychef.com3524219205Hillside Shopping Center, 2637 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL 34470, USAFlavorful
GainesvilleFlavorful specializes in West African and Afro-fusion catering for weddings and celebrations, using natural spices and seasonal ingredients. They offer customized menus for events of all sizes with a minimum order of $800.
from $800Cuisine: west african, afro-fusionService: customizable, family-styleBar service: NoMinimum order of $800 published; further pricing requires quote request.
cultural fusionauthenticnatural ingredientscontemporaryfamily-styleCacciatore Catering, Inc
GainesvilleCacciatore Catering is a full-service caterer in Gainesville, Florida, offering custom menus, professional bar services with certified mixologists, and comprehensive event coordination since 1995. Chef Trina Dockery leads the team with a farm-to-table philosophy, sourcing 85% of ingredients locally.
Pricing on requestCuisine: contemporary american, farm-to-table, fusion +2Service: plated, buffet, food stations +1Bar service: Yesfarm-to-tablelocally sourcedelegantcontemporarycreativesustainableCatering Capers
TallahasseeCatering Capers is a full-service caterer in Tallahassee, FL specializing in weddings, corporate events, and celebrations with customized menus and professional event management. Led by Executive Chef Justin Chiricos, they offer exquisite plated meals, hors d'oeuvres, and impeccable service.
Pricing on requestCuisine: american, southern, italian +3Service: plated, food stations, family-style +3Wedding catering pricing available upon request; no published prices provided.
elegantupscaleclassicrefinedsouthern-influencedDaniels' Dining LLC
GainesvilleDaniels' Dining is a full-service caterer with 40 years of experience offering custom menus for weddings and celebrations in Gainesville and surrounding areas. They provide scratch-made cuisine with bold flavors and beautiful presentation in both buffet and plated service styles.
Pricing on requestCuisine: southern, americanService: buffet, platedPricing is available upon request with no published dollar amounts; vendor describes accommodating various budgets.
elegantbold flavorsSouthern cuisinerefinedpersonalizedSuleiman Family Restaurants Catering and Events
The VillagesSuleiman Family Restaurants Catering & Events offers custom catering for weddings through multiple restaurant concepts including Prima Italian Steakhouse, Havana Country Club, and Legacy Restaurant. They provide refined classic and contemporary comfort food with delivery and pickup options available throughout The Villages, Florida.
Pricing on requestCuisine: italian, caribbean, american +2Bar service: Yeselegantrefinedcontemporaryclassicupscalecountry clubTraditions Catering & Events
TallahasseeTraditions Catering & Events is a full-service caterer and venue operator at FSU's Alumni Center in Tallahassee, offering five event spaces and gourmet cuisine for weddings and celebrations.
Pricing on requestService: buffet, carving stations, passed hors d'oeuvres +3Bar service: YeseleganthistoricgardenromanticupscaleZEN Creative Catering
GainesvilleZEN Creative Catering is one of Gainesville's largest caterers, offering versatile creative menus across multiple cuisines with interactive displays and full-service event support. Known for customizable packages and bar services, they have served hundreds of weddings and receptions since 2017.
Pricing on requestCuisine: american, asian, hispanic/fusion +2Service: full-service, drop-off, boxed lunches +4Bar service: YesversatilecreativeelegantinteractivemodernBell's Catering
GainesvilleBell's Catering is a full-service North Central Florida caterer specializing in customizable menus for weddings and special events of any size. The family-owned company offers buffet, table, and full catering services with bar options and preferred vendor partnerships for venues, decor, and rentals.
Pricing on requestCuisine: mexican, hawaiian/polynesian, southern bbq +4Service: buffet, table service, full catering +2Bar service: Yesthemedcustomizableversatilefull-serviceBlack Fig Catering & Market
TallahasseeBlack Fig Catering & Market is a full-service caterer in Tallahassee specializing in wedding dinners, bridal showers, and events of all sizes. They offer both full-service catering and convenient to-go options with online ordering.
Pricing on requestService: full-service, family-style, grab-and-goBar service: NoBrick City Southern Kitchen
OcalaBrick City Southern Kitchen is a BBQ and Southern cuisine caterer in Ocala, Florida, part of the Mojo BBQ restaurant group. They offer full-service wedding catering with customizable menus and in-house smoked meats.
Pricing on requestCuisine: bbq, southern, americanService: full-service, deliveryBar service: YescasualSouthernBBQlaid-backgood-naturedCatering For All Occasions / CFAO2GO
Lake CityCFAO is a full-service caterer in Lake City, FL specializing in rustic, homestyle Southern cuisine with 25+ years of experience. They offer customized wedding catering, private event space, and can accommodate everything from intimate dinners to large celebrations.
Pricing on requestCuisine: southern, american comfort food, homestyle +1Service: plated dinner, buffet, family-style +2Bar service: NorustichomestyleSoutherncomfort foodcasualwarmChef JJ Creations
GainesvilleChef JJ Creations is a Caribbean Fusion caterer based in Gainesville, FL specializing in authentic Haitian, Jamaican, and Bahamian cuisine for weddings and events. They offer full catering services with customizable menus and on-site staffing options.
Pricing on requestCuisine: caribbean fusion, haitian, jamaican +1Service: buffet, food stations, cateringBar service: NoPricing requires direct inquiry; no published dollar amounts provided.
Caribbeanfusionnon-traditionalcasualauthenticCountry Caterers BBQ
MicanopyCountry Caterers BBQ is a full-service caterer based in North Florida specializing in weddings, corporate events, and formal occasions through their Black Tie Catering division. They offer customized menus, event coordination, and rental equipment for weddings of any size.
Pricing on requestCuisine: bbq, southern, steak +2Service: buffet, platedBar service: NotraditionalformalsouthernbbqelegantCowboyz Bar BQ & Catering
NewberryCowboyz Bar-B-Q and Catering is a full-service, self-contained on-site catering company specializing in BBQ that serves weddings, receptions, and events throughout Alachua County and surrounding areas.
Pricing on requestCuisine: bbqBar service: NorusticcasualbarbecueFat Boys BBQ
OcalaFat Boys BBQ is a locally-owned Ocala caterer specializing in slow-smoked BBQ with customizable packages for weddings of 10 to 500+ guests. They offer full-service catering including setup and cleanup, featuring wood-smoked meats and traditional smoking methods.
Pricing on requestCuisine: bbqService: buffet, pickupBar service: Norusticcasualtraditionalcomfort-foodLet's Eat Fresh
OcalaLet's Eat Fresh is a full-service caterer in Ocala, Florida with over 10 years of catering experience serving weddings and special events. They offer custom menus with dietary accommodations and can provide servers, bartenders, and cleanup staff.
Pricing on requestBar service: YeselegantgourmetSocial Catering & Events
TallahasseeSocial Catering & Events is a Tallahassee-based offsite caterer and venue management company specializing in custom catering experiences for weddings, bridal showers, and celebrations of all sizes. They offer everything from high-end dropoff service to five-course fine dining for up to 2,000 guests.
Pricing on requestService: plated, family-style, food stationselegantfine diningcustomprofessionalMitchell's Specialty Meats and Bakery
NewberryMitchell's Specialty Meats and Bakery is a family-owned catering company offering BBQ, Southern specialties, and baked goods with over 20 years of experience. They provide full-service catering for events including weddings with customizable meat and side options.
Pricing on requestCuisine: southern, bbq, cajun +1Service: buffet, family-styleBar service: NocasualrusticSouthernBBQfamily-styleSocial Kitchen
TallahasseeSocial Kitchen is a Tallahassee-based caterer offering chef-prepared catering with convenient pickup and delivery options since 2020. They provide breakfast, lunch, reception, and à la carte menus with high-end disposable service.
Pricing on requestService: pickup, deliveryBar service: NoSandwich catering spreads at $14–$17 per person are below the wedding catering floor and represent boxed-lunch/casual event pricing.
Tastebudz Takeout and Catering
TallahasseeTastebudz is a full-service caterer in Tallahassee offering customizable menus for weddings and special events. They provide everything from formal sit-down dinners to buffets, boxed lunches, and heavy hors d'oeuvres.
Pricing on requestCuisine: southern, cajun, mediterranean +5Service: buffet, plated, family-style +1Bar service: NoLunch buffet and breakfast/brunch pricing are below typical wedding catering levels; no wedding-specific packages published.
The Flying Biscuit Cafe
GainesvilleThe Flying Biscuit Café is a Southern breakfast and lunch caterer with 30+ years of experience, offering customizable catering for weddings of any size. They specialize in fresh, affordable brunch and lunch options including their signature dishes like Shrimp & Grits and biscuits.
Pricing on requestCuisine: southernService: buffet, delivery, pickupBar service: NoSoutherncasualcomfort foodaffordablefamily-friendlyPalm & Pine Catering
GainesvillePalm & Pine Catering is a University of Florida-based caterer offering customizable menus featuring fresh, seasonal ingredients with flexible service styles including buffet, plated, and specialty stations. They accommodate events of any size both on and off campus in the Gainesville area.
Pricing on requestCuisine: american, mediterranean, internationalService: buffet, plated, food stations +1contemporaryinternational-inspiredfresh-seasonalcustomizable4 Rivers Smokehouse
Gainesville4 Rivers Smokehouse is a family-owned BBQ caterer with multiple Florida locations offering smoked meats, homestyle sides, and catering packages for events. They provide delivery catering with 24-hour notice and a $200 minimum order.
Pricing on requestCuisine: bbq, southern, smoked meatsService: catering delivery, party packages, family-style +1Bar service: NoParty packages and individual BBQ platters are below wedding catering per-guest thresholds.
casualfamily-friendlyBBQSouthernrusticHavana Country Club Restaurant
The VillagesHavana Country Club Restaurant is an upscale dining establishment in The Villages, FL offering fine steaks, fresh seafood, and pasta dishes with catering and events services available.
Pricing on requestCuisine: american, steakhouse, seafood +3upscalecontemporaryfine diningMojo's-Food. Music. Soul. (Silver Springs Location)
OcalaMojo's is a full-service caterer offering customizable menus with Cuban, Cajun, and American flavors, available for events across Central Florida. They provide both party platters for smaller groups and dedicated chef-led catering for larger celebrations.
Pricing on requestCuisine: cuban, cajun, american +2Service: full-service catering, customizable menus, party platterscasualfestiveeclecticfunvibrantPrima Italian Steakhouse
The VillagesPrima Italian Steakhouse is a modern Italian steakhouse in The Villages, Florida offering catering services for events. They feature hand-cut steaks, Italian classics, and fresh seafood with customizable menus.
Pricing on requestCuisine: italian, steakhouse, seafoodBar service: YesmodernupscaleItaliansteakhouseSgt. Smoke BBQ
OcalaSGT Smoke BBQ is a veteran-owned BBQ caterer in Belleview, FL specializing in slow-smoked meats and traditional sides. They offer catering services for events of all sizes, from family gatherings to larger celebrations.
Pricing on requestCuisine: bbq, southernService: cateringBar service: NoIndividual meat and side pricing below wedding catering per-guest thresholds; whole brisket pricing is a product-level price, not a wedding package.
rusticcasualcomfort foodtraditionalUptown Cafe and Catering
TallahasseeUptown Cafe and Catering is a locally owned caterer in Tallahassee that has been operating since 1983, offering fresh, homemade breakfast and lunch fare for events throughout the city. They provide full catering services with on-site staff support for weddings, receptions, and other formal events.
Pricing on requestCuisine: american comfort food, southern brunchService: catered delivery, on-site staffingBar service: Nohomemadelocally-sourcedcasualcomfort-foodBraised Yum
GainesvilleBraised Yum is a specialized Biriyani caterer in Gainesville, FL offering customized catering for weddings and special events. They provide vegetarian, vegan, and traditional options made with high-quality, anti-inflammatory spices.
Pricing on requestCuisine: eastern / indian / biriyaniService: cateringBar service: NoIndividual food item retail pricing; catering quotes available upon request but no wedding package pricing published.
Easterntraditionalhealth-consciousartisanalethnicLegacy Catering
TallahasseeLegacy Catering is a full-service catering company in Tallahassee offering comprehensive event solutions for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and receptions. They provide both on-campus and off-campus catering services.
Pricing on requestMildred's Big City Food
GainesvilleMildred's Big City Food is an American restaurant in Gainesville that offers catering and private event services featuring fresh, locally-sourced cuisine. The restaurant specializes in farm-to-table cooking with sustainable produce, fresh Florida seafood, and quality meats.
Pricing on requestCuisine: american, contemporary american, farm-to-tablefarm-to-tablecontemporary Americanlocally-sourcedsophisticatedcasual-upscaleMimi's Cafe
OcalaMimi's Cafe is a French-inspired casual dining restaurant with catering and private events services available. They offer breakfast, lunch, and dinner options including omelets, crêpes, salads, sandwiches, and entrées.
Pricing on requestCuisine: french, american casual diningBar service: YescasualFrench-inspiredcafePearl Country Store & Barbecue
MicanopyPearl Country Store & Barbecue is a barbecue caterer located in Micanopy, Florida, offering restaurant catering services for events.
Pricing on requestCuisine: bbqcasualrusticcountrybarbecue
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