Best Catering Companies in Raleigh

2022

Al's Burger Shack

Al’s Burger Shack is a locally owned diner that provides fresh, made-to-order food in the Chapel Hill, North Carolina area. The cooks use all-natural, hormone- and antibiotic-free ingredients to produce flavorful yet sustainable Southern food and beverages. The Shack also serves its specialty burgers in wedding receptions, corporate events, and private parties. The restaurant has been featured on Indy Week, The Straight Beef, Chapel Hill Magazine, and Garden & Gun.

Bella Italia Pizzeria and Ristorante

Bella Italia Pizzeria and Ristorante is an authentic Italian bistro that specializes in chicken and veal dishes as well as handmade pizzas. The Raleigh, North Carolina-based restaurant opened in 2001 and has since served freshly made Italian savories, such as Chicken Bella Italia, Veal Saltimbocca, handcrafted cannoli, and pizzas. The chefs also provide expert catering for special occasions. Patrons commend the staff for their commitment to serving delectable food with exceptional service.

Cannon Catering

Cannon Catering is a family owned catering company in Raleigh, North Carolina that is locally known for its exquisite banquet menu and hors d’oeuvres. The business has over 15 years of experience in full-service event catering and also offers complete dining room presentation and floral design services. The company's full-time staff is highly experienced and certified by Serve Safe.

Catering by Design

Catering by Design is an expert catering services provider that has been serving guests in the Cary, North Carolina area for over 16 years. The company specializes in Southern and Italian cuisines and offers catering services for weddings, corporate events, holidays, and social gatherings. The company was granted with the 2012 Service Excellence Pinnacle Award by the Raleigh Chamber of Commerce.

Chef Mario's, Inc.

Chef Mario’s, Inc. is a personal chef and catering company that provides corporate catering and meal delivery services to customers in the Raleigh, North Carolina area. Owner Mario Huante has more than 18 years of experience in full-service catering and also offers cooking classes and custom menus for clients with dietary restrictions. The company was named as one of the Top 100 North Carolina Small Businesses by Business Leader Media in 2009, 2010, and 2011.

Clyde Cooper's BBQ

Clyde Cooper’s BBQ has proudly been serving North Carolina-style barbecue in the Raleigh, North Carolina area since 1938. The restaurant and catering service possesses a staff knowledgable and friendly staff that handles services ranging from in-house specialty servings to event catering and pick-up buffets. They were voted as one of the 20 Best Barbecue Restaurants in America by LocalEats.

Cook Shack Catering

Cook Shack Catering is a Louisburg, North Carolina-based caterer that focuses on serving gourmet, made-to-order food for any occasion. The catering company was established in 2004 and has since provided sweet and savory dishes in weddings, anniversaries, cocktail parties, and corporate dinners, among other events. The company proudly boasts a five-star rating on WeddingWire.

Donovan's Dish

Donovan’s Dish is a catering company in Apex, North Carolina that provides delectable food selection for various social events. Its professional team handles services ranging from event catering to gourmet food delivery and is known for their Southern, family-inspired savories. The company was proudly named Catering Professional of the Year by The Triangle Chapter of the National Association of Catering & Events for 2013, 2014, and 2015.

Farina Neighborhood Italian

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Farina Neighborhood Italian is a local restaurant serving groups and individuals in and around the Raleigh metro. It offers classic Italian and fusion dishes, including bolognese, homemade ricotta gnocchi, and pesto primavera. The restaurant’s catering menu includes a variety of antipasti, salads, pasta, desserts, and side dishes. It also offers a broad selection of wines and spirits from around the world. Farina Neighborhood Italian’s Lafayette Village location is open for private meetings and large gatherings.

Layton's Catering

Founded in 1991, Layton's Catering is a family-owned and family-operated catering company that also has a restaurant in downtown Raleigh. It has a well-equipped kitchen and handles food preparation, serving, and cleanup. The company is available for indoor and outdoor events, including weddings, reunions, corporate luncheons, and backyard barbecues. Its menu offers a range of items, from hors d'oeuvres to desserts. Layton's Catering also provides custom menus and can work with most budgets.

Mia Francesca Trattoria

Mia Francesca Trattoria is a Raleigh, North Carolina-based restaurant that specializes in authentic Italian cuisine. The chefs use the best of local, farm-to-table ingredients to craft Northern Italian dishes from scratch. The restaurant also offers full-service catering menus for weddings, rehearsal dinners, corporate events, meetings, and small parties. The restaurant was a proud recipient of the 2014 Diners’ Choice Award from OpenTable.

Milton's Pizza and Pasta

Milton’s Pizza and Pasta is a locally owned restaurant and caterer that serves comfort Italian dishes to the people of Raleigh, North Carolina and the surrounding areas. The company offers a wide variety of services, including party catering, banquet facilities, food delivery, and in-house dining, depending on the unique needs of their customers. The company is highly recommended on Yelp.

Nosh Eclectic Foodstuffs

Nosh Eclectic Foodstuffs is a local eatery in Durham, North Carolina that is known for its sundry selection of handmade, comfort cuisine. Its owners Wendy Woods and Piper Lunsford has over 30 years of combined experience in restaurant management and professional catering services. They were proudly one of Indy Week’s Best of 2011 Finalists for the category Kid-friendly Restaurants.

Rocky Top Catering

Rocky Top Catering is a Raleigh, North Carolina-based caterer that carries out all-inclusive catering services for events of all sizes. The company has over 10 years of experience in serving eclectic, reimagined cuisines for wedding receptions, corporate events, and social functions, among others. Rocky Top Catering is Southern Bride and Groom’s Preferred Wedding Vendor for 2016.

Southern Pasta Company

Southern Pasta Company is a Southern-infused-Italian home-delivery food company serving the Raleigh area. It offers home-delivered handmade pasta, fresh produce from local farms, top-quality cheeses and meats, and chef-prepared entrees, with every dish packaged in ready-to-heat aluminum pans. Meals are also available for takeout at its North Raleigh location. Catering services are also available upon request. The restaurant has a sanitation rating of 99.5 with the North Carolina Health Department.

The Garden on Millbrook

The Garden on Millbrook offers premier cuisines and an event destination venue in Raleigh, North Carolina. The company serves multiple menu options, including stations, buffet, and plated style service. Its catering packages also include linens, tables, chairs, china, glassware, and silverware. The company was a proud recipient of the 2016 Couples’ Choice Award from WeddingWire.

The Q Shack

The Q Shack is a restaurant and catering company that primarily serves locally sourced, pit-smoked barbecue to the people of Raleigh, North Carolina and the surrounding areas. The business opened in 2005 and has since provided gastronomic barbecue and vegetable dishes through its restaurant and catering services. The restaurant has proudly been featured in Raleigh Telegram, WRAL News, and Examiner.

Village Deli

Village Deli is a gourmet restaurant that has been serving foodies in the Raleigh, North Carolina area for over 20 years. Its chefs are committed to using all-natural, organic, locally-sourced ingredients to serve the finest and freshest food staples. The restaurant also offers catering for any office and social gatherings. Village Deli is Metro Magazine’s 2005–2014 Best Deli from Raleigh to the East Coast