The Best American Wedding Caterers in Pennington, NJ

The Best American Wedding Caterers in Pennington, NJ

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27 Wedding Caterers in Pennington, NJ

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La Mila Catering & Events 

5.0

  • Starts at $75
  • Serves Pennington, NJ

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.

As a classically trained chef, I hope my review of La Mila inspires anyone doing their “homework” to earn an A — for themselves, especially their guests. I’ve been to many weddings, and the food served is often an edible afterthought. How many times, when leaving a wedding, were you asked, “What did you think about the food?” — and you replied with shrugged shoulders, “Eh, it was okay.” That is not the case with La Mila. A huge shoutout and thank you to Sandy, who was able to pull together a phenomenal menu all in a very timely timeline. Sandy was honest, upfront, and available around our busy work schedule. The day before and the day of, Sandy was there to help with setup — from the big asks, like helping move furniture, to the small tasks—like lighting lanterns and ensuring no glass of champagne for our toast was served empty! Given our wedding took place at our home, we thoroughly appreciated Sandy staying late to clean the kitchen, empty overflowing garbage, and make sure our home was not a war zone when we woke up the next morning! Elie’s execution of our menu was stellar. As a classically trained chef, I was thoroughly impressed by the well-run machine Elie could create within our garage, the makeshift kitchen for the event. It rained on our wedding day, and we were blessed with a beautiful, vivid rainbow—right before dinner service. This blessing brought all our guests outside for 30 minutes—right before dinner. A major wrench in the moment-by-moment timeline. I know how this, for many chefs, can be a disruptive, unexpected delay—but Elie did not miss a beat. All of our guests raved about the food—notably friends who I graduated with from the Culinary Institute of America. One thing I learned in culinary school is that you “eat with your eyes first.” Simply put, Heidi’s presentation skills are on point! Her attention to detail in creating beautiful food displays, notably for our cocktail hour, showed the care, thought and love we wanted our guests to feel. Sandy, Elie, and Heidi may be the stars of La Mila’s show—but the success of our wedding would not have been possible without their hard-working and friendly staff. One of the elements that sold us on choosing La Mila, was their well-stocked arsenal of kitchen equipment they brought on site. (Most caterers require you rent equipment separately, which is not only more expensive, but introduces a whole new dimension of moving parts.) La Mila was also able to include chinaware, silverware, and the majority of our glassware! They even included soft drinks, water, condiments, cocktail napkins, etc. — all of this, and they still came in under what we were quoted by other caterers. Thank you, Sandy, Elie, Heidi, and the entire La Mila Catering & Events team, for making our wedding day what it was. Your talent, professionalism, and experience were felt by everyone who took part in our special day.
Jordan R. S., 2 months ago
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Renegade Outpost 

5.0

  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Pennington, NJ
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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 and her team did an outstanding job executing our office party for 125 guests. We had a fall themed menu (including Apple Pie Fried Ravioli & Grilled Mushroom w/ Sausage Gorgonzola Mascarpone! YUM!) and Chef Ellen made it extra special by dressing the room with fall florals, chalkboard signs & wooden boxes for elevation. Her staff was very professional (shout to Tom, whose Hospitality went a long way!). We will definitely look forward to having Chef Ellen & her team back at our office in the future!
Jillian W., 3 years ago
Chef's Culinary Journey 

5.0

  • Starts at $25,000
  • Serves Pennington, NJ

Based in Montclair, NJ, Chef's Culinary Journey is a full service Weddings and Special Events caterer. We thrived on assisting couples complete their wedding day experience through high-quality catering services during their planning process to ensure a seamless, joyful dining experience. Couples truly appreciate our commitment to excellence and fine attention to details, recognizing that our performance is simply unsurpassed. Whether you're planning a small, intimate affair or a large, lavish reception, our team will be ready to deliver a flavorful experience to satisfy your guest’s appetite throughout the event.

Awarded Best of Zola
We came across Chef’s Culinary Journey who was highly recommended by a close friend at the very last minute in the mist of Covid-19. Paul helped us every step of the way, he made a very stressful process serene and easy, accommodated late meetings after 7 pm, due to my hectic schedule. Paul recommendations from the florist, DJ, photographer and venue were spot on. The Boulevard grand ballroom was perfect, everything from the lighting, décor, flower arrangements, to the friendly staff and bridal attendants. Chef’s Culinary Journey food was amazing! From presentation, flavors to execution were perfect. Everyone was raving and boasting about everything they had. The staff was great and very attentive. This was such a great wedding, better than expected, I had so much fun. Everyone complimented on how the day went so efficient and how everything and our needs were accommodated for everyone at the wedding. I would definitely recommend Chef’s Culinary Journey to everyone I know! Thank you Mike for recommending them to us
Jahleen J., 2 years ago
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Industry Standard Events 

5.0

  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Pennington, NJ
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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.

I can’t say enough about how wonderful my experience was with Derek and Jay. From planning to execution they were a joy to work with, the food was of highest quality and creativity, all guests were wowed at how delicious everything was, and thanks to their efficiency, everything went smoothly!!! I can’t recommend them enough!
Kate B., 6 months ago
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Jillicious Foods & Events 

5.0

  • Starts at $20,000
  • Serves Pennington, NJ

Jillicious Foods is an all-in-one catering and event company dedicated to creating inspired, authentic wedding, social and corporate experiences. For us, every client represents a unique opportunity to tell a new and delicious story. Chef Jill has been telling these stories for nearly three decades. We work in a variety of cuisines, from New American to Cajun to Southeast Asian; accommodate all diets, including gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, and pescatarian; and are proud to partner with local farms and purveyors throughout the Hudson Valley and New York City.

We had an absolutely amazing experience working with Jillicious! My husband and I are major foodies so we knew we didn’t want to have standard wedding food at our reception. We started searching for wedding caterers that would work with us to customize the perfect menu for our wedding day. Jillicious did not disappoint! We worked with Chef Jill to put together the most delicious menu of both apps and main courses. Everyone we spoke to after the wedding couldn’t stop raving about how good the food was. It honestly rivaled many of our favorite restaurants in NYC. In addition to the food, Chef Jill and her staff were amazing. They were so responsive throughout the whole wedding process and offered so many great recommendations. On the wedding day, the staff were very helpful with getting the rentals in order, setting up the tables, etc. We also had some guests thank us for how allergy conscious the wedding and staff were. We're so grateful to Jillicious for bringing our vision to life and couldn’t recommend them more! They truly contributed to an absolutely perfect wedding day!
Lori S., 2 months ago
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The Culinary Curate 

5.0

  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Pennington, NJ

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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MAHFY Catering 

5.0

  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Pennington, NJ

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.

Aiyana and Keith were amazing from being to end. I hired them as the caterers for my wedding (100ppl). Their communication was timely and professional. This is one of the reasons we chose MAHFY over other catering vendors. We were able to do a tasting, which we made it into a whole date night. It was really good. We love their food and they have such positive energy. They helped us customize our menu. All requirements on their end were met for our venue. Last minute (two weeks prior) I needed extra help with clean up and they agreed to get more staff. My event decorator raved about how helpful they were with setup. They were early and ready to go! The cocktail hour and reception food was good and we received a lot of compliments from our guest. We also hired them to bartend the wedding and drinks were great as well. Clean up was fast and to the point. All staff were helpful, kind and professional. I cannot thank MAHFY for catering my wedding and making it a memorable night for us and our guest.
Alyna, a month ago
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Summit Catering 

5.0

  • Starts at $1
  • Serves Pennington, 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!

We worked with Summit Catering for our wedding at The Estate at Eagle Lake and we would highly recommend them to anyone! Dory and her team were excellent to work with throughout the planning and the food was fantastic. We chose one of their station's dinner packages and everything was perfect! We wanted our guests to have various choices, and that's exactly what we did with a flatbread pizza station, pasta station, taste of Philly station, and lettuce wrap stations. In addition to our dinner, the dessert parade that followed was even better! Our maitre'd Tori was also excellent and all of her staff made sure we had everything we needed!
Sara B., a year ago
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Hudson Table 

5.0

  • Serves Pennington, NJ

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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Simply Delicious Dishes 

5.0

  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Pennington, NJ
  • Offer

We are a full service catering team that specializes in southern cuisine with a stylish flare! It is our passion and decorative attention to detail that has carried us for many years. We love what we do, and we will cater any event large or small with that same passion and service attention. We build strong lasting relationships with our clients, and take great pride in serving others. We also offer all inclusive services that cater to all your event preparations and needs. We take care of everything so that you don't have to!

Arlethea and her company was such a gift and blessing to our wedding day! She went above and beyond to make our day special. From all of the little details and extra support to the outstanding meal provided to our guests, we could not be more grateful to her and her team for everything they did for us. The food and service was incredible! She worked with us and supported us along every step of the journey, and was able to work within our tight budget. Thank you again for EVERYTHING! Don't look any where else for your food and catering needs. You will have everything you need in Simply Delicious Dishes :)
Katie C., 3 months ago
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Michael's Event Catering 

5.0

  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Pennington, 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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Shore Catering 

5.0

  • Serves Pennington, 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., a year ago
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Late to the Lake 

5.0

  • Starts at $450
  • Serves Pennington, 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!

Awarded Best of Zola
We used Late to the Lake for our wedding and our rehearsal dinner. They were on top of EVERYTHING! The food was superb. The staff was attentive and courteous. The attention to detail was impeccable. Would recommend to anyone conisdering catering for any special event in their life.
Jennifer + B., 9 months ago
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Haute Feast 

5.0

  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Pennington, NJ for additional fees

As luxury wedding and events caterers based in New Jersey, we are committed to creating unparalleled experiences packed with mouth-watering flavors, a sense of magic, and meticulous attention to detail. Our food is approachable, yet elegant, and made with love, fresh, on-site with excellent technique. Since it’s our belief that great meals begin with exceptional ingredients, we take our cues from our trusted local farmers, fishermen & artisan purveyors. We source the freshest, seasonal, high-quality ingredients when preparing menus for your events, whether we’re cooking for 10 or for 100.

Awarded Best of Zola
From another vendors prospective Carey and the Haute Feast team are a dream to work with. The food from start to finish is always on point. Carey is incredibly friendly and 100% professional as is her entire team. The food is devine and their presentation is too! Their clients rave about the food, drinks and service. I am always excited when I know they are part of the team as they bring their game every time!
Flowers From the Farm NJ, 2 years ago

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

Full service catering packages range from $150 to $17,000 and average around $750.

Which are the most popular caterers in Pennington, 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! 43% of packages in Pennington, NJ include serving staff, such as servers and bussers. Many others also include rental coordination, just ask before you book!

Can caterers in Pennington, NJ accommodate specialized diets?

They can! 11 offer kosher services and 29 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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