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Catering companies in Rochester, MN
TopCaterers lists 16 catering companies serving Rochester, MN. 1 offer buffet and 1 offer plated dinners. Dietary coverage: vegan (1) and gluten-free (1). Compare them below, or send one request and get quotes back from up to 5 of them.
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| Caterers listed | 16 |
|---|---|
| Service styles available | Buffet (1), Plated (1), Full service (4) |
| County | Olmsted |
| City population | 121,395 |
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What Rochester caterers offer
Right now 16 caterers cover Rochester, every one based locally. The events they list are fairly spread out: weddings (6), corporate events (5) and funerals and repasts (3). Specific cuisines include BBQ (1), Indian (1) and Italian (1); the other 13 don't name one, so describe the menu you want when you ask for quotes. Service styles mentioned include cocktail receptions (5), event staffing (4) and full-service (staffed) events (4). Dietary tags: gluten-free (3), allergen-friendly (2), vegetarian (2) and vegan (1).
Events
- Weddings 6
- Corporate events 5
- Funerals and repasts 3
- Graduations 3
- Parties 2
- Baby showers 1
- Birthday parties 1
- Holiday parties 1
Cuisines
- BBQ 1
- Indian 1
- Italian 1
Service styles
- Cocktail receptions 5
- Event staffing 4
- Full-service (staffed) events 4
- Boxed lunches 3
- Bar service 2
- Plated dinners 2
- Buffets 1
Dietary
- Gluten-free 3
- Allergen-friendly 2
- Vegetarian 2
- Vegan 1
Counts are listings tagged with each type, out of 16; one caterer can carry several tags. 15 also describe their food as American.
More Minnesota cities with caterers
- Bloomington 5 caterers · 70 mi
- St. Paul 12 caterers · 72 mi
- Minneapolis 20 caterers · 77 mi
- Duluth 14 caterers · 193 mi
Catering by event in Rochester
Catering in Rochester: common questions
How many caterers serve Rochester?
16 caterers are listed for Rochester, MN on TopCaterers. Elsewhere in Minnesota, Bloomington has 5, St. Paul has 12 and Minneapolis has 20.
What cuisines are available in Rochester?
Listings serving Rochester are tagged BBQ (1), Indian (1) and Italian (1). The other 13 don't name a specific cuisine, so mention the menu you want in your quote request.
What events do caterers in Rochester cover?
Counting the event types each listing names: weddings (6), corporate events (5), funerals and repasts (3), graduations (3), parties (2) and baby showers (1). Many caterers take more than one kind of event, so these overlap.
How do I get catering quotes in Rochester?
Use Get free quotes on this page. The form asks for the event type, rough guest count and city, plus optional date, service style and budget per person. We pass it to up to 5 matching caterers that serve Rochester, and they reply to you directly. It is free and there is no obligation. Leave “Also ask for sealed bids” ticked and up to 8 caterers can also send a sealed bid with a total and per-person price.
Can caterers in Rochester handle dietary restrictions?
Yes. Of the caterers listed here, 1 offer vegan menus, 1 offer gluten-free menus and 2 offer vegetarian menus. Give final allergy and dietary counts at least two weeks before the event. For a guest with celiac disease, ask specifically about separate prep surfaces and utensils rather than just gluten-free ingredients, and for strict kosher or halal observance ask which certifying body the kitchen works under.
How far in advance should I book a caterer in Rochester?
For an office lunch or small drop-off order in Rochester, MN, 1 to 2 weeks is usually enough. For a large corporate event allow 2 to 3 months, and for a wedding allow 9 to 12 months, since the best caterers in any metro book their Saturday dates first. December and the May-June graduation window are the hardest times of year to book late. Many caterers will take rush orders inside 72 hours for a fee, and repast catering is routinely arranged in under 48 hours.
How much does catering cost per person?
Nationally, drop-off trays and boxed meals commonly run about $15 to $30 per person, a buffet with setup about $25 to $55 per person, and a full-service event with staff and plated or stationed food about $50 to $150 per person or more. The three things that move the number most are service style, protein choice and guest count. Drop-off is cheaper than full service because there is no staffing, rentals or gratuity. Below roughly 40 guests, most caterers charge a flat minimum instead of a per-head rate.
What is the difference between drop-off and full-service catering?
Drop-off means the food is delivered hot in disposable chafing dishes with serving utensils, and the caterer leaves. You handle setup, refills and cleanup. Full-service means the caterer arrives early, sets up, cooks or finishes on site, staffs the event with servers, provides china and linens, and cleans up afterwards. Full service usually adds 20-30% on top of the food cost for labor, plus rentals.