Affordable Wedding Caterers in Manhattan, NY

Affordable Wedding Caterers in Manhattan, NY

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MAHFY Catering 

5.0

  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Manhattan, NY

We are MAHFY Catering and we're dedicated to delivering one-of-a-kind experiences for your special celebration. Our talented chefs are passionate about serving our delicious fusion of world-famous flavors that will have your guests asking for seconds. With a focus on using high quality ingredients, tried-and-proven recipes and elegant presentations, MAHFY Catering aims to exceed your expectations from start to finish.

From the start, MAHFY Catering was a pleasure to work with. The owners, Keith and Ayanna, were incredibly detail-oriented and patient throughout the entire catering and planning process. As true professionals, they provided knowledge and expertise that helped make our special day a huge success. In addition to their exceptional catering services, they also assisted with wedding planning and were extremely hands-on, ensuring everything ran smoothly. The food was absolutely delicious - all of our guests raved about it. MAHFY Catering's wonderful communication, flexibility, and punctuality made them a dream to work with. We are thrilled to recommend them 1000%.
Angie, a month ago
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Renegade Outpost 

5.0

  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Manhattan, NY
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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
Chef Ellen did a great job catering and organizing our wedding reception at the DUMBO Loft. She was always in touch, and did a great job, especially for the price. The guests were all highly impressed, and the venue looked great!
Nicky B., a month ago
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SHMAYLEYS Mobile Events Bar 

5.0

  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Manhattan, NY

Welcome to Shmayleys Mobile Events Bar, your all-inclusive event experience. We are your top choice for all-in-one event solutions. For a party & partnership to get excited about, inquire within. Event Planning: We specialize in creating memorable events. An inviting experience, bringing your celebration to life. Photo Booth: Capture your memories and all the fun in our photo booth! Dessert + Munchies: We offer an Ice Cream + Desserts Bar, alongside a Sweet and Savory Munchies Bar. Mobile Cocktail: From classic favorites to innovative creations, our bar adds sophistication and excitement to your event.

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We used Shmayley's on 2 different occasions. First in August for my daughter's wedding! Smayley's was the bar for the wedding, the owner Hayley was Hands-On helping both prior to the wedding and, of course on the big day! She created two signature drinks (that were marvelous) that my daughter absolutely loved! Let me just say she made my daughter's day one she will never forget! In October we celebrated an anniversary in which we again hired Smayley's services for the bar, rolled ice cream and her wonderful photo booth options. Let me add, this young entrepreneur has made all both events that we hosted unforgettable. Both with her professionalism and her willingness to work hard she will be at every event we host in the future!
Kim Ward, 3 years ago
New York Food Truck Association 

5.0

  • Serves Manhattan, NY

The New York Food Truck Association, NYFTA, is a collection of New York’s top street food vendors: a diverse, vetted group of culinary professionals who operate in the five boroughs of NYC, Long Island, and Westchester. We believe that food brings people together, which is why we are committed to connecting New Yorkers to our members for unique food truck catering experiences.

The New York Food Truck Association was an exceptional choice for our wedding catering. Their communication style was easy, precise, helpful, and professional from the very beginning. The quality of their work and value was simply outstanding - the food they served was delicious, and they were punctual and well-organized throughout the event. They were extremely willing to adjust to some schedule changes as the venue needed an earlier start, and they provided the necessary staffing to allow me to have the food truck outside while also serving the truck food indoors. I only provided my event coordinator with the type of food I was looking for, and he was able to give me a great variety of choices. The truck that was selected arrived on time, the staff were beyond kind, and they even allowed my husband and I to take photos in the vehicle! Overall, the New York Food Truck Association went above and beyond to make our wedding day a huge success.
Rachel G., a month ago
Abigail Kirsch Catering 

5.0

  • Serves Manhattan, NY

The seeds of the business go back to the 1960s when Abigail started a cooking school from the basement of her home. Her entrepreneurial spirit and early success drove her to quickly expand the school to a retail outlet, and few years later, her husband, Bob, sold his company to join her in launching the catering business. Their son, Jim, joined the couple in 1980 and has been running the business with Partner & Chef Alison Awerbuch since the early 2000s. Through the years, the DNA of Abigail Kirsch has never changed. Rooted in the belief that, “We are only as good as our last event,” its culture centers on creativity, planning and flawless execution. The company’s mission is to execute events in which the client feels like a guest and guests feel as though they are in someone’s home.

Abigail Kirsch is expert at what they do. They are not just a venue or a caterer, they are trustworthy partners who do not miss a beat, provide so much value to their couples and clients, and are truly amazing people. You'll miss them after the wedding! What struck me most, in all the quotes I've seen whether for work or my own wedding, Abigail Kirsch makes it easy for you. Their costs make sense, there are no fees to be figured out on your own, they are clear and diligent from the get-go and through to the very end.
Danielle & C., 5 years ago
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Alexandra Dettori Catering & Events 

5.0

  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Manhattan, NY

Alexandra Dettori Catering & Events is a full service boutique caterer focused on sustainability, seasonality and using locally sourced ingredients across a variety of cuisines. We believe in getting the best ingredients available and making everything from scratch. We strive to delight with incredible food, crafted beverages and attentive service. Our team will ensure your wedding is truly exceptional! In addition to the food, we are happy to offer front of the house staffing, bar service, assist with rentals, set up and clean up. Our team will connect with you to tailor our offering and match your vision.

I have worked with Alex at AD Catering for multiple big events. Both as a photographer and florist myself, I am extremely visual and specific about how things are presented and AD blows it out of the water. While looks are important, for the actual product (food and delivery) to be such high quality is very rare and they always deliver. Alex has amazing taste and styling skills when it comes to design details. She is extremely professional to work with and her team is super friendly and reliable. AD Catering is truly unique from any catering and planning service I have ever worked with before and anyone would be so lucky to work with them!!
Leatal, 5 years ago
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Red Oyster USA 

5.0

  • Serves Manhattan, NY

We are a boutique catering business, specialized in Oystertaining people. Our Oystertainers open fresh oysters on the spot while entertaining your guests. The oysters come from carefully selected oysterfarms in the Northern East coast of US/Canada. With their outgoing personality, our Oystertainers know how to persuade almost anybody to eat oysters. The founder, Matijn Wijn, started the company 20 years ago in the Netherlands. He is driven by a passion for oysters and when he introduced Oystertainment® it was an overnight success. We also run oyster bars at world leading art fairs like Art Basel and TEFAF. Let's Oystertain you!

If you have the opportunity to book Red Oyster USA for your event you 100% should! First off the booking experience was above and beyond with customer service, answering all of my questions promptly and with ease. My husband and I renewed our vows on a rooftop in New York City December 30. My husband and a lot of our guests enjoy oysters so I thought this would be the perfect addition to our reception! We had the pleasure of having Sophia as our Oystertainer for the evening. She was AMAZING!!! She was extremely friendly and helpful! I was not much of an oyster person before, but she had me try them a couple of different ways and I did find one that actually worked really well for me. If it wasn’t for her knowledge and guiding I probably would’ve never tried them and now I am a fan! The Oystertainer was really another amazing staple to our evening and I am so glad we were able to book them. I would book them each time I had an event if I was given the opportunity, I highly suggest you do the same!!!! You won’t regret it!!! Now I will have to wait until they expand to Oklahoma (hint,hint) to book again!
Starr J., 5 years ago
KD Event Group 

5.0

  • Starts at $2,750
  • Serves Manhattan, NY

KD Event Group is comprised of experienced and talented hospitality professional with 30+ years of NYC events in their portfolios. We actively partner with only the most experienced and respected event and culinary professionals in the Tristate area. With a proven track record of delivering hospitality focused client relations within the NYC catering industry, KD Event Group is not just another catering company. Offering a wide range of services from full service wedding catering to corporate event catering , KD Event Group brings its personalized attention to every detail, creating thoughtful and inspired events.

I was beyond pleased working with KD Event Group for my wedding! From the first call with Kelly, I felt supported and that she really cared about helping to create this amazing experience for my guests. My partner and I are foodies and Kelly completely understood that right away! The communication from the beginning started off amazing and then I was even more blown away by the execution! The staff was super friendly and professional... and OMG the food! It was not only so delicious but creative and completely inspired by our preferences. KD Event Group was so easy to work with and I couldn't be happier with the service and deliciousness they provided! I would highly recommend them for any event.
Alyssa, 4 years ago
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Ome Caterers - NYC 

5.0

  • Serves Manhattan, NY

Ōme Caterers is the premier full-service caterer and event planning company in the Tri-State area. We combine a unique culinary experience with detail-oriented planning. From large-scale corporate events, to elegant weddings and mitzvahs, Ōme's modern American cuisine features only the finest and freshest ingredients presented artistically and tastefully. We promise to make every step of your event planning process warm and inviting. You are our guest. We vow to treat you and everyone we serve with kindness, respect and compassion. Everyone at Ōme is committed to anticipating your needs and exceeding your expectations.

Ome catered my wedding in 2014. Everything was planned perfectly. The food and service were both amazing. Due to the complexity of our venue, we had a plan A, B, and C ready to account for unfavorable weather just in case. Everyone remembered how delicious the food and drinks were to this day.
Jared & J., 5 years ago
Acquolina Catering & Event Management 

5.0

  • Serves Manhattan, NY

We approach each wedding with the special attention it deserves. We’ll work with you every step of the way, bringing with us our innate sense of sophistication and elegance. With fundamentals in traditional Italian cooking, we customize every menu for each occasion and ensure that you receive the finest in Italian hospitality. We’re deeply committed to making your wedding unforgettable with fabulous food and impeccable service.

As an event planner, there is nothing better than to collaborate and work alongside a vendor like Acquolina, that you can trust to deliver the very best in quality and service time and time again. I have had the pleasure of working with Acquolina on a variety of events, both large and intricate, intimate and unique. What stands out every time is their exceptional service, and eagerness to please each and every client. No detail goes unnoticed, and every nuance of service is accounted for; from the initial planning process, through on-site execution. My clients and I are consistently thrilled with their high caliber, extremely customizable, and inventive approach to catering. The quality and presentation of their food and beverage is exceptional. They take a very personalized approach to the events they create, and I couldn’t recommend them more!
Alexandra Maione, 5 years ago
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Platinum Party 

5.0

  • Serves Manhattan, NY

Platinum Party Planners is a full-service catering and event planning company. Our events are completely customized, we guide our clients through the planning process of selecting and designing a menu to reflect our clients’ vision. In addition, we can help you plan and design your event by selecting your event color palette, centerpieces, décor pieces etcetera. We will also coordinate with the best preferred/recommended vendors for all necessary rentals like tents, table, and chair styles and much more!! We will get every detail right on your most important day! We're with you every step of the way to ensure a flawless event.

Tracy and the team at Platinum are life savers! They were able to create the perfect custom menu to fit the couple’s budget and culture! Tracy always responded quickly, which is something I value greatly when choosing a vendor. The day of the wedding, they helped make sure everything ran smoothly and I couldn’t thank them enough!
Alex, 5 months ago
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The Culinary Curate 

5.0

  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Manhattan, NY

With over 10 years of experience catering to various events such as political fundraisers, corporate and media events, weddings, small in-home events, movies, and even the occasional backyard barbecue, we know that the discriminating consumer is looking for one thing; great, quality service at a great value. We at The Culinary Curate aim to deliver just that. Exceptional quality, attention to YOUR finest detail for your event, world-class service, and great value are what we deliver to every client. Contact us today for a quote on your next event.

Awarded Best of Zola
We booked the Culinary Curate for an intimate buffet style wedding celebration this summer. No rainy weather could have ruined the experience. Charmaine and her team made sure every guest had a wonderful time. From the early planning days of timely communication to clean up time following the event, Charmaine and her team’s execution was exemplary. Aside from delicious food, we were treated like family. Charmaine was assertive and professional when she needed to be as well as creative and accommodating at the time of the event. Thanks for such a memorable evening!
Mariya, a month ago
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EVENTFULLNYC 

5.0

  • Serves Manhattan, NY

EVENTFULLNYC is a full-service, off-premise New York City Caterer working with clients in Manhattan, Brooklyn, and the tri-state area. We specialize in weddings, corporate events, galas, holiday parties, Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, and those special personal events in your home. Our Mission is to exercise flexibility, trust and detailed attention when meeting clients needs as we provide premier food, using only the finest ingredients, serviced by unobtrusive, friendly, and professional people making for a truly memorable event.

Awarded Best of Zola
My wife and I really loved working with Melody and her team and we are so glad that we chose her for our wedding. All of our guests loved the food and service was handled perfectly. The food and service was a big reason that we loved Eventfull, but Melody also went above and beyond to help us throughout our wedding planning process. Our venue had very strict rules and Melody very carefully and professionally helped us meet every guideline and catered to all of our needs and preferences. She also helped us find rentals, wine & liquor, and put together our seating plan for the venue. Whenever we had any questions or requests we would always get a prompt and thoughtful response. We were amazed by how helpful and knowledgeable Melody was. We probably would not have been able to plan our wedding without her. All of our guests told us that they enjoyed their meals and unlike many other weddings, they had generous portions and were able to get drinks without a long wait. We had a lot of requests for our dinner and hors d'oeuvres, whether it was due to our own preferences or guests' dietary restrictions, and Melody helped us put together a delicious, and unique custom menu to fit our needs. Selecting Eventfull to help with our wedding was one of the best decisions we made in our planning process and we would highly recommend Melody + Eventful to anyone!
Christopher & J., 5 years ago
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Tavola Charcuterie 

4.7

  • Starts at $480
  • Serves Manhattan, NY

We love creating luxury charcuterie platters that allow you to gather your friends and families, enjoy the food and create unforgettable memories. We hand select every item that goes into your custom board and take so much pride in our curations. We believe in using only the freshest and finest, local ingredients. We specialize in customized charcuterie platters, corporate orders, grazing tables, and classes. Rest assured we are licensed and insured.

I had the pleasure of orderibg a grazing table by Tavola, and it was nothing short of spectacular. The table was a visual masterpiece, overflowing with an incredible assortment of fresh and flavorful items. The selection was diverse and thoughtfully curated, featuring a beautiful array of charcuterie, cheeses, fresh fruits, artisanal bread, crackers, dips, and delightful extras like olives, nuts, and chocolates. Everyone loved it and I will definitely use them again.
Scarlet D., 3 months ago
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Fig & Pig Catering 

5.0

  • Starts at $170
  • Serves Manhattan, NY

Fig & Pig continues to be a creative, quality-driven catering company devoted to showcasing seasonal ingredients and producing exceptional, food-focused events. Our team of professionally-trained chefs cook with dedication and pride to create thoughtful meals that are both comforting and modern. We work closely with our clients to build curated menus and distinctive settings that reflect the personality and vision of their event. At Fig & Pig, the service is as important as the food. Our front of house team drives the success of each event and they take very seriously, the needs of our guests.

What an incredible team from front to back! Fig & Pig is an absolute pleasure to work with and never fails to deliver not only an amazing meal but an overall wonderful experience. Holly and Laine are exactly who you want on your side during through the sometimes hectic process of wedding planning.
MEGAN SOUTHERLAND, 5 years ago
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Krisp Events 

5.0

  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Manhattan, NY

Krisp Events is one of the top catering companies in New York. We bring to your party the best New York has to offer, using the finest seasonal and organic ingredients available. We pride ourselves on our international and eclectic menu and encourage suggestions for any customized menu requests. We pay very special attention to each event, and will gladly guide you through any planning to achieve the best possible experience for you and your guests. We look forward to providing you with a unique culinary event of excellence. Innovation combined with a strong work ethic is what makes Krisp who we are today.

Awarded Best of Zola
As a wedding planner many times I am managing vendors not only to confirm service but to prevent jeopardizing my clients event. Most of the time this can be frustrating especially when things are forgotten, coupled with many last minute changes, but not with Krisp Events. With Nora and Krisp Events I can close my eyes. It is important to be able to trust your vendors (especially Catering) without micromanaging. Their food is delicious, their staff is friendly, formal, and knowledgeable, and the administrative experience is seamless. Every event with Krisp, is a successful event.
Dana Butler Productions, 3 years ago
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La Mila Catering & Events 

5.0

  • Starts at $75
  • Serves Manhattan, NY

Starting their careers in the restaurant and food industry, Elie & Heidi Hanna decided to utilize their unique experiences and create their own vision of a full service event company. La Mila is named after their daughter, Milana, who provides them with limitless inspiration and motivation.

AMAZING!! Where to even begin- My fiance and I got married this August (2024) and since day one La Mila has been nothing but Professionally Perfect. The food was exquisite, the staff was phenomenal and every moment leading up to the wedding while working with La Mila was smooth and effortless. Though everyone was on par, we do have to give a special shout out to their OG, Sandy - Sandy was the most compassionate, patient, informative saving grace we have ever worked with in our lives. She is such a gift from God- I don't know how we would have done this wedding journey without her. She truly made this experience enjoyable and exciting!! Sandy felt like the sister I never had- guiding and comforting me through every step of the way. If you are looking for a stress-free, flawless wedding you must use La Mila !! We promise you, you will not regret it! -Abby & Amy
Abby S., 2 months ago
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Purslane 

5.0

  • Serves Manhattan, NY

Purslane is part of The Oberon Group, a Brooklyn neighborhood-focused restaurant group with a commitment to sustainability. We started Purslane in 2012 as a way to serve our community outside of our restaurants. Sustainability wasn’t part of our origin story, but we realized we had an opportunity to make a difference in one of the most wasteful industries out there. We are seasoned experts in executing corporate events of all sizes, ranging from galas and banquets, to private dinners, to multi-day conferences for hundreds of guests, to weekly lunch drop-offs for your whole office.

Awarded Best of Zola
Purslane was an absolute delight to work with as our wedding caterers. From our very first interaction, their communication was easy, consistent, and thorough, putting us at ease throughout the planning process. The quality of their work and value was exceptional - the food was delicious with a wide variety of options, and they were incredibly adaptable to our specific needs and requests. Every single one of our guests raved that this was the best wedding food they had ever had. I only wish I had had the time to eat more of their yummy food on our special day.
Emily G., 3 months ago
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Steven Brown Caterers 

5.0

  • Serves Manhattan, NY

Serving the New York area since 1991, Steven Brown Caterers provides unmatched creative cuisine, professional service and exceptional value. Our individual approach means that our couples receive the personalized and dedicated touch they deserve for their big day! Our experienced team of event planners are extremely passionate about their work. Attentive and precise, they will make your vision, big, or small into a reality.

“In my position as the assistant to the Chairman & Founder of a Fortune 1000 company, Steven Brown Caterers is the only caterer we use. Over the years the entire company from the chefs to the wait staff, to the management have become so much more than co-workers. I count them all as friends. So, when I married Frank in 2013, there was no question about who would be coming to spoil me on that special day. The food has always been the best in the city, but food is different things to different people, so I was anxious to see if my guests enjoyed it as much as I always have. That question was answered when half of them left clutching their contact details in hand. The other half called or e-mailed later to ask me for their contact details. 😉 Of course, the food was not the only thing that went right. Everything. Went right. From the table and tabletop rentals to the wait staff doing their usual magic by making every single guest feel as if they were the only person at the party. I’m not exaggerating when I say they got as many compliments as the bride, and nothing made me happier. Peace of mind on your wedding day is a luxury not many have, but we had it and we owe that to Steven Brown Caterers.”
Jeannie & F., 5 years ago
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Dish Food & Events 

5.0

  • Starts at $150 per person
  • Serves Manhattan, NY

Dish Food & Events is an award-winning, full-service catering and events company serving all of New York City and The Hamptons for over 15 years. Recognized for our warm hospitality and delicious food, Dish creates remarkable weddings, social gatherings, and corporate events. What truly differentiates Dish is our diverse team. We are committed to creating an awesome place to work while taking great care of each other, our partners and our guests.

We were delighted to work with Evalyn and Kayla at DISH for our wedding. They were extremely responsive, personal, and professional. From adapting menu options to better reflect our preferences, to being attentive to every detail, the DISH team did a great job. We recommend working with them for your event!
Elizabeth K., 5 months ago
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Hudson Table 

5.0

  • Serves Manhattan, NY

Hudson Table is an interactive culinary studio and event space specializing in customized seasonal catering, hands-on cooking events, chef's tables, virtual events, and more! We currently have locations in Hoboken, Philadelphia, and Brooklyn, and service the surrounding areas.

Koray and the entire team at Hudson Table Catering are incredible. Hudson Table was our caterer for our wedding ceremony is July 2023. As an out of state bride, Koray worked with me via phone calls and emails throughout the wedding process to create a unique and delicious wedding menu. Koray was able to connect my husband and I with a fantastic bartender, Daniel, who created stunning drinks all night! The entire Hudson Table team was professional, easy to work with, creative, and attentive to our every need. I look forward to visiting both Hudson Table restaurants and hope to work with their catering services again!
Nina S., a year ago
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Delivering EXperiences LLC 

5.0

  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Manhattan, NY

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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About wedding caterers in Manhattan, NY

How much do catering services usually cost in Manhattan, NY?

Full service catering packages range from $100 to $18,000 and average around $1,500.

Which are the most popular caterers in Manhattan, NY?

Some of the most popular caterers in this area include Infuse Catering & Events, Insatiable Eats Catering and JPO Concepts | Catering.

Do catering packages include serving staff?

Yes! 40% of packages in Manhattan, NY include serving staff, such as servers and bussers. Many others also include rental coordination, just ask before you book!

Can caterers in Manhattan, NY accommodate specialized diets?

They can! 18 offer kosher services and 64 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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