The Best Southern Food Wedding Catering in Manalapan, NJ

The Best Southern Food Wedding Catering in Manalapan, NJ

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15 Wedding Caterers in Manalapan, NJ

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Industry Standard Events 

5.0

  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Manalapan, NJ
  • Offer

Industry Standard Events (ISE) is a premier event planning and catering service founded in 2000 by Executive Chef Jason Tell and recently partnered with Derek Nickerson, Tech Entrepreneur. With a deep-rooted friendship spanning over 12 years and a combined 30 years of experience in the industry, Derek and Jason are dedicated to creating unforgettable, bespoke events. Our mission is to bring people together through exceptional culinary experiences and meticulous event planning, ensuring every occasion is unique and memorable. At ISE, we believe in the power of personalized service and attention to detail, making each event a true masterpiece.

Industry Standard, the name says it all. This group was extremely professional and courteous. Easiest group to work with, and the customer service given was second to none. I’m looking for another reason to throw a party! Many thanks to Jason/Derek, and their team.
Lucy The Elephant, 5 months ago
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Shore Catering 

5.0

  • Serves Manalapan, NJ

5-Star Full-Service Catering from casual to elegant for all occasions since 1988. We offer packages for all occasions such as wedding receptions, lobster clambakes, bbq picnics, beach parties, showers, anniversaries, and so much more. Our team will assist you from start to finish, planning your menu, coordinating rentals, linen colors, floorplans, timelines, vendor referrals, private tastings and so much more. We bring our catering services to all corners of New Jersey and will also assist you in trying to find the perfect venue to suit your event's needs. Shore Catering can help make your event a memorable occasion.

When we tasted the food we knew that our guests would be happy with our selection of shore catering (and we were right! We recieved many compliments on the dinner and hors d'oeuvres). What we DIDN'T realize is that we were receiving more than just a catering service- we were receiving what felt like a warm welcome into a family business that took some of the stress out of the wedding planning process! Shore was the only caterer we encountered that was willing to work within our budget, and individually tailor a package to meet our needs, allowing us to feel comfortable financially without feeling like we were sacrificing ANY of the quality and elegance that we wanted for our wedding! Moreover, on the day of our wedding, summer took care of us as though we were her oldest friends, meeting us with so much genuine warmth and a contagious smile. She made sure we were able to actually eat and drink (which so many of our friends told us would be difficult to do at our wedding!) and kept the vibe HIGH even in spite of pouring rain and floods on the day of the event! We wish we could get married again and again and we would hire Shore Catering every single time!! I HIGHLY recommend Shore Catering to any bride and groom who want all of the quality with none of the stress!
Laura & M., 10 months ago
Merri-Makers Catering 

5.0

  • Serves Manalapan, NJ

Our story begins in 1978 with Rick Bott, a lifetime resident of Monmouth County and recent graduate of the Culinary Institute of America, at the inception of his career at his small storefront in Red Bank, NJ. At that little shop on Monmouth Street, Rick meets Cindy, his partner in business and in life. Over the past 40 years, Rick and Cindy have had the privilege of catering over 6,000 unique and custom weddings, nurtured four children (and one grandchild!), and have led Merri-Makers to become one of the distinguished caterers in the country.

MIYC is an absolute DREAM. Gianna is incredible at her job. Her and her team went above and beyond all day and all the days leading up to the wedding. When we toured Mallard, aside from loving the venue, we loved Gianna!! She was extremely patient with all my questions (and there were a lot), putting us completely at ease that our day would be seamless. Her and her team did such an amazing job making sure everything is on schedule down to the very minute. They are truly experts in their field and made sure us and our parents were taken care of the entire day. Not to mention you get the entire estate – we had our bridal party stay in the suits upstairs so the party could keep going! MIYC’s catering is MerriMakers who is also out of this world. So many of our guests raved about all the food, especially the cocktail hour. If you’re a sushi lover - SPLURGE FOR THE SUSHI. The display was incredible and the freshness was out of this world.
Brianna, 4 days ago
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Renegade Outpost 

5.0

  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Manalapan, NJ
  • Offer

Renegade Outpost is a full service event planning and chef services company. We've been in business for 7 years and have been working with Thumbtack. We have been hired more than 290 times and have 160 5-star reviews. We offer logistical services as well as day/of coordination and securing rentals. Our "rolodex" includes many of the best vendors for all your event needs. Making your job easier is our highest priority. Wonderful food always begins with amazing ingredients, especially produce. We source directly from local farmers, we work with an organic butcher, a wild fish monger and importers of select cheese and specialty products.

Awarded Best of Zola
I hired Chef Ellen for a dinner party that I was hosting for 20 people, and she absolutely EXCEEDED my expectations. From our first call about planning the event, to the event itself, Chef Ellen was fantastic. She has such an impressive rolodex of appetizers and meals she can prepare, and she worked with me to customize a perfect menu for the evening. We chose 5 hors d'oeuvres, and she surprised me on the night with two additional ones on top of the five we'd chosen! Every single appetizer was delicious. From there, we did a sit down dinner that included a soup (amazing butternut squash), salad (the best salad my guests have ever had - who knew a salad could be that life changing!), and then guests had a choice of filet mignon or arctic char for their main course. Both main courses were so thoughtfully prepared, perfectly cooked, and the presentation for everything was stunning. On top of that, there was a mini pizza delivery crisis for my 5 and 7 year old nephews who were over, and Chef Ellen graciously offered to make pasta for them -- all while preparing a 20-person dinner. What more could you ask for?! After dinner, she also surprised me with mini passed desserts :) Chef Ellen also had brought a server with her, who was professional, charismatic and on top of everything to ensure the night went smoothly. To sum it up, Chef Ellen helped make the night so special, and I was thrilled with all of her hard work. If you're looking for delicious food, beautiful presentation, great service, and a hell of a personality, don't hesitate to book Chef Ellen. I am so glad I found her and am already looking forward to having her back for another event!
Irene P., 3 years ago
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Summit Catering 

5.0

  • Starts at $1
  • Serves Manalapan, NJ

Summit Catering officially opened in 1991. The owner built this small family business from the ground up. In 1998, they welcomed their first child with three more to follow. They work alongside Joe and Dory to help this family business thrive. In 2018, Summit welcomes Chef Kevin to their team to work alongside Joe. Our event planners, Alysa and Tori, will be with you from booking to executing your wedding day. They work 24/7 to ensure you a stress-free wedding planning experience. After 29 successful years of serving South Jersey, Joe, Dory, Kevin, Tori, and Alysa are ready and eager to make your next event a culinary experience!

Summit Catering has a friendly spirited staff that helps make each event as efficient and memorable as possible. They are a pleasure to work with and we make a great team.
Paula Lara, 2 years ago
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Ciconte's Catering 

5.0

  • Starts at $2,250
  • Serves Manalapan, NJ

Experience the pinnacle of wedding bliss with Ciconte's Catering and Events. With over 35 years of catering expertise, we guarantee your guests will be delighted by a feast that captivates the soul and delights the senses. As proud partners at numerous premier venues across South Jersey, we offer diverse settings—from charming rustic spaces to the vibrant ambiance of a ballroom, there’s a perfect option for every occasion.

I recently had the pleasure of working with Ciconte's Catering on a wedding I planned. They were incredibly professional and collaborated closely with me to curate the perfect menu for my bride and groom. The food they provided was not only delicious, but also beautifully presented! They communicated quickly and efficiently throughout the entire process. I cannot recommend them enough! Thank you to the entire team for making this process smooth and memorable. I look forward to working with Ciconte's Catering!
Alexis, 5 months ago
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Delivering EXperiences LLC 

5.0

  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Manalapan, NJ

We are committed to making each event a unique experience, based on creativity, innovation, and the ideas of our clients we will design memorable events with a carefully crafted menu. Our goal is to exceed our clients expectations and impress their guests. Inspiration, innovation, exquisite presentation are our ket tenants. With more than 24 years of planning and executing memorable events, we will make sure your event stands out from the rest.

We hired Juan and his team for our small wedding and we have to say that the experience was absolutely phenomenal from start to finish, Juan was very attentive and envisioned what we wanted for our day, the proposal was very transparent and fair enough, they went above and beyond our expectations, the menu was a very unique and creative great combination of flavor and colors, service was top notch. I will definitively continue working with this company which provides very personalized service and takes really good care of all the details
David & T., 4 years ago
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Michael's Event Catering 

5.0

  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Manalapan, NJ

We are an off-premise, full service caterer, who specializes in custom weddings, with experienced and friendly service staff, along with food truck services. We strive to make your special day as stress free as possible by taking all the guess work out of rentals, set-up, food, staffing, etc. We will meet with you, help build a timeline for your event, take care of all your rental needs and execute with profession for a successful event! With our catering company, we bring the kitchen to you!

They were so easy to work with and provided us with everything we needed to make our day what we wanted. Our wedding was postponed twice due to COVID, we decided to pull out of our venue, and have our wedding. We needed a bartender, food and servers. There bbq food was delicious, especially the Short Rib! Drinks were perfect! Absolutely loved the mobile kitchen to have everything prepared on site! 10/10 would recommend!
Sara & M., 4 years ago
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Peachtree Catering and Events 

5.0

  • Serves Manalapan, NJ

Peachtree is a boutique catering firm on Philadelphia's Main Line. For those looking for that combination of sophisticated and down-to-earth, ours is a simple and honest approach. We love beautiful style and clean design, nothing too fussy- not service, not food, not us. We're always thinking about the intention behind the celebration, be it of ingredients, of details, of ideas, of the people gathering together. We're here to celebrate with you. Thanks for trusting us with your vision.

Peachtree Catering and Events was a wonderful caterer for our wedding day. Their communication throughout the planning process was clear, helpful, and attentive. The food quality and value were exceptional - all of our guests raved about how delicious everything was! I have a severe gluten allergy and Peachtree was very accommodating of my dietary needs, as well as guests with allergies. They worked to ensure a smooth event. The staff was professional, friendly, and made sure my husband and I were well-fed and happy throughout the reception. We highly recommend Peachtree Catering for any special event where you want your guests to be wowed by fantastic food and service.
Lauren F., 3 months ago
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Late to the Lake 

4.8

  • Starts at $450
  • Serves Manalapan, NJ for additional fees

Great taste is the name of the game and we're committed to stepping up to the plate. Our goal is provide unforgettable, delicious, and eye catching options. That's why we prepare all of our boards and graze displays to your style, with the highest quality products. Whether it is an intimate dinner or an event for up to 800 guests, we do it all! If you are considering a Graze table for your wedding or next event, reach out and we'd be delighted to create something beautiful for you!

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We were married 2 weeks ago and couldn't have asked for a better experience. Late to the Lake was the perfect wedding caterer for our special day! From the moment we first reached out, they were a great listener, quick to respond, attentive, caring, and friendly. Their communication style put us at ease throughout the planning process. The quality of their work was nothing short of perfection - the food they served was outstanding, memorable, and absolutely delicious! They went above and beyond to make our wedding day extra special, even creating a custom menu just for us. Additionally, they paid extreme attention to detail for our guests with severe allergies, ensuring everyone was able to fully enjoy the meal. We couldn't have asked for a better catering experience and are so grateful to Late to the Lake for helping make our wedding day truly unforgettable. Would recommend to anyone! Thank you Alicia and Team!
Allison and Jack , 2 months ago
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BISSOU 

4.0

  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Manalapan, NJ for additional fees

Our innovative presentation will redefine your perception of indulgence, combining sumptuous amenities and top tier dining options to create an impeccable experience tailored to your personal taste. Our culinary acumen with proficiency in contemporary cooking and commitment to sourcing the highest quality ingredient. With the service ranging from meal prep for individual and daily need, personal chef services for your intimate dinner, to gastronomic delight up to silver spoon class matrimonial soirees. Our team is well verse in every aspect of the event and will undoubtedly delivery top notch services.

We had our wedding ceremony during Covid and we didn’t want to do the courthouse so we had a small ceremony at home with brunch catered by Bissou it was a great experience and my guest were happy with all the food choices especially with the omelette bar I would definitely book again.
Suprena, 7 months ago

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How much do catering services usually cost in Manalapan, NJ?

Full service catering packages range from $200 to $17,000 and average around $1,000.

Which are the most popular caterers in Manalapan, NJ?

Some of the most popular caterers in this area include Kate and Ally's, Michael's Event Catering and Shore Good Eats N Treats Food Truck.

Do catering packages include serving staff?

Yes! 45% of packages in Manalapan, NJ include serving staff, such as servers and bussers. Many others also include rental coordination, just ask before you book!

Can caterers in Manalapan, NJ accommodate specialized diets?

They can! 7 offer kosher services and 24 offer vegetarian packages. You can search on Zola for caterers who can accommodate nut-free, dairy-free, gluten-free, halal and vegan diets as well!

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