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Catering companies in Dallas, TX
TopCaterers lists 21 catering companies serving Dallas, TX. 4 offer plated dinners. Dietary coverage: vegan (1). Compare them below, or send one request and get quotes back from up to 5 of them.
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| Caterers listed | 21 |
|---|---|
| Service styles available | Plated (4), Full service (3) |
| County | Dallas |
| City population | 1,302,868 |
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A closer look at catering in Dallas
Events
- Corporate events 13
- Weddings 12
- Holiday parties 7
- Birthday parties 5
- Parties 3
- Quinceañeras 2
- School and church events 1
Cuisines
- Breakfast and brunch 2
- Dessert 2
- Southern 2
- Indian 1
- Mediterranean 1
Service styles
- Full-service (staffed) events 10
- Plated dinners 8
- Boxed lunches 6
- Buffets 6
- Event staffing 6
- Cocktail receptions 5
- Bar service 2
- Drop-off delivery 2
Dietary
- Vegan 4
- Vegetarian 3
- Gluten-free 2
- Allergen-friendly 1
Counts are listings tagged with each type, out of 21; one caterer can carry several tags. 18 also describe their food as American.
More Texas cities with caterers
- Plano 6 caterers · 18 mi
- Fort Worth 15 caterers · 31 mi
- Round Rock 6 caterers · 165 mi
- Austin 22 caterers · 182 mi
- The Woodlands 7 caterers · 197 mi
- Houston 43 caterers · 225 mi
Catering in Dallas: what to know before you book
TopCaterers lists 21 caterers serving Dallas. On their own websites, the most common event types they mention are corporate and office work (13), weddings (12), birthday parties (5) and holiday parties (7). Most menus are broadly American (18); beyond that, the listings include dessert (2) and Southern (2) caterers.
Weddings and corporate events are evenly matched as the biggest catering categories in Dallas, followed by birthdays and holiday parties. Event staffing companies are listed alongside caterers, which helps when your venue supplies food but not service. Summer heat moves most outdoor events to spring and fall.
How to choose: Decide whether you need food, staff or both, then compare quotes that separate the two. Planning a wedding? See the Dallas wedding catering guide.
Planning tips
- Plan for heat. From June to September, keep outdoor service short and shaded.
- Consider separate staffing. If your venue has catering, an event staffing company can cover service and bar.
- Check what the venue supplies. Tables, linens, a kitchen or ice can remove whole lines from a quote.
- Read the cancellation terms. Know when the deposit becomes non-refundable and how weather is handled.
Catering by event in Dallas
Catering in Dallas: common questions
How much does catering cost per person in Dallas?
Treat these as rough planning ranges, not quotes. Drop-off trays and boxed meals commonly run about $15 to $30 per person; a buffet with setup commonly $25 to $55; and full-service events with staff and plated or stationed food commonly $50 to $150 or more. Dallas quotes commonly sit mid-range; large guest counts are where per-guest pricing really matters.
Service charges (often around 18 to 24%), sales tax, rentals and delivery are usually added on top, so compare itemized quotes rather than headline per-person prices.
How far in advance should I book a caterer in Dallas?
One to two weeks for office orders. Weddings commonly book 9 to 12 months out; spring and fall Saturdays go first. Rush drop-off orders inside a few days are sometimes possible, usually for a fee, so ask directly.
Should I choose drop-off or full-service catering in Dallas?
Drop-off covers most office orders. Full service is the norm for weddings and galas.
With drop-off, food arrives ready to serve in disposable pans and the caterer leaves; you handle setup, refills and cleanup. Full service adds staff, setup, often rentals and cleanup, plus a service charge.
How many caterers serve Dallas?
21 caterers are listed for Dallas, TX on TopCaterers. Elsewhere in Texas, Plano has 6, Fort Worth has 15 and Round Rock has 6.
What cuisines are available in Dallas?
Listings serving Dallas are tagged Breakfast and brunch (2), Dessert (2), Southern (2), Indian (1) and Mediterranean (1). The other 15 don't name a specific cuisine, so mention the menu you want in your quote request.
What events do caterers in Dallas cover?
Counting the event types each listing names: corporate events (13), weddings (12), holiday parties (7), birthday parties (5), parties (3) and quinceañeras (2). Many caterers take more than one kind of event, so these overlap.
How do I get catering quotes in Dallas?
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 Dallas, 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 Dallas handle dietary restrictions?
Yes. Of the caterers listed here, 1 offer vegan 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.