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Based out of Charlottesville, Virginia, The Catering Outfit offers delicious cuisine for weddings and life's other milestone events. Using locally sourced and seasonal produce, this company believes in giving delicious, sustainable food to everyone. A full-service catering company, they can take care of everything from delivery to cleanup to give you one less thing to organize.

Cuisine

The Catering Outfit creates a custom menu for every celebration, ensuring every dish will delight the couple. You are invited to attend a tasting to sample some of the food so you can choose your favorites to eat on the day. Your options range from Southern classics to mouthwatering Mexican dishes. Pork-free, lactose-free, nut-free, and gluten-free options are offered, too, as well as vegan and vegetarian choices. China, flatware, and glassware are also provided.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average catering price per person for plated service?

$130

What is the average catering price per person for buffet service?

$100

What is the average catering price per person for stations?

$120

What is the average catering price per person for hors d'oeuvres?

$50

Which of the following are included in the cost of your full service wedding catering?

Delivery
Set Up
Clean Up
Cake Cutting
Dessert
Cocktail Reception
Server(s)
Tastings
China
Flatware
Glassware

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$21

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Limited Bar
Open Bar
House Beer
Specialty Beer
House Wine
Specialty Wine
House Liquor
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink

What event services do you provide?

Delivery
Set Up
Clean Up

What catering services do you provide?

Buffet
Cake Cutting
Cocktail Reception
Custom Menu
Hors d'oeuvres
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What types of cuisine do you cater?

African
American
BBQ
Caribbean
French
German
Indian
Italian
Latin American
Local
Mediterranean
Mexican
Middle Eastern
Seafood
Southern

What dietary needs can you accommodate?

Gluten Free
Lactose Free
Kosher
Nut Free
Organic
Vegan
Vegetarian

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Open Bar
Champagne Toast
Signature Drink
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Reviews of The Catering Outfit

4.9 out of 5 rating
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
4.9 out of 5 rating
84 Reviews
99% recommend it
  • Quality of service
    5 out of 5 rating
  • Average response time
    4.8 out of 5 rating
  • Professionalism
    4.9 out of 5 rating
  • Value
    4.9 out of 5 rating
  • Flexibility
    5 out of 5 rating
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The Catering Outfit receives consistent praise for its exceptional service, delicious food, and professional staff. Reviewers highlight the attention to detail, expertise, and helpfulness of the team, particularly emphasizing the planning process handled by Courtney. Guests at weddings catered by TCO compliment the flawless execution, diverse menu options, and memorable experiences, showcasing high satisfaction with both the planning stages and the day-of service, making it a highly recommended choice for couples seeking a top-notch catering experience and a stress-free wedding day.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

The Catering Outfit receives consistent praise for its exceptional service, delicious food, and professional staff. Reviewers highlight the attention to detail, expertise, and helpfulness of the team, particularly emphasizing the planning process handled by Courtney. Guests at weddings catered by TCO compliment the flawless execution, diverse menu options, and memorable experiences, showcasing high satisfaction with both the planning stages and the day-of service, making it a highly recommended choice for couples seeking a top-notch catering experience and a stress-free wedding day.

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Taygra W. Sent on 05/21/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Such a Treat

The Catering Outfit was one of the highlights of our wedding for us and our guests. The food provided was absolutely amazing. We had a fantastic grazing board for cocktail hour and the bartenders were efficient with circulating our cocktail and pouring wine.
They provided us with a mini-grazing board for immediately after the ceremony so we could have a few moments to ourselves while still making sure we ate some food. The professionalism of all the staff was fantastic.
We had a number of guests that were vegetarian or vegan and TCO provided multiple meal options to cater to their dietary needs while being delicious. Many of our guests commented to us during the evening and after the fact that they appreciated the care and respect that was given to their meal.
Overall the level of food was 11/10, but I cannot say enough about the late night biscuits. We almost did not add them and I am SO glad we did. It was the perfect hit of salt at the end of the evening and a week later I still have friends and family asking about them.
Cannot recommend TCO more for the wedding weekend. They were wonderful to work with and really provided the best service and food.
Brittney
Brittney S. Sent on 07/09/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Phenomenal!!

The Catering Outfit is phenomenal! 10 out of 10 recommend. My wedding venue at The Seclusion uses the Catering Outfit as a preferred vendor for catering and they were fantastic, the day of and prior the service has been spotless, professional – the food and drinks delicious I – the attention to detail is outstanding – there wasn’t a fork or spoon out of place. I hired Courtney Hildebrand as my wedding planner from the Catering Outfit and she was an absolutely gem! As it got closer to the wedding day and as a Bride, she handled big and small details so I could truly relax and enjoy my big day. Courtney put a lot of work and effort into making the day of as smoothness as it could be – from the outside looking in – it was a perfect operation. During the planning stages Courtney offered such great design ideas such as what linens and colors to us, place settings, table layout, recommended fabulous vendors etc. and helped me plan a beautiful dream wedding! I trusted Courtney and the Catering Outfit on such an important day because they have the expertise and experience within the wedding industry, also experience within my wedding venue to plan and coordinate my wedding. I again and again will recommend Courtney Hildebrand – the Director of Sales & Marketing at the Catering Outfit to plan your wedding AND the Catering Outfit as your cater 😊
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Laura K. Sent on 06/01/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Highly recommend!!

Courtney, Leah, & team went above and beyond to make our wedding day one to remember. From the tasting to the very last dessert served on wedding night, everything felt well-planned, elegantly displayed, and DELICIOUS! We had a very large wedding (almost 300), and each dish was prepared well and came out warm! I can’t think them enough for all that they did - including, continuing to serve and make the most of a monsoon mid-dinner! Highly recommend if you’re looking for a bespoke, experienced caterer.
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2022 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2021 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner

Real Weddings

Luis & Samantha
75 photos · 05/04/2024
Jessica & Drew
25 photos · 05/16/2021

Team

courtney hildebrand
courtney hildebrand
director of sales & catering

as a native of charlottesville, virginia, courtney has strong ties to the community and great relationships within the wedding and event industry. after attending the university of virginia, courtney immersed herself in the hospitality industry, locally and internationally, for over a decade. prior to joining the catering outfit, she has worked as an event coordinator and catering director building a great professional reputation with local venues, businesses and vendors within the charlottesville area and beyond. in addition to serving as the wedding planner for many of her brides, courtney is knowledgeable in all aspects of wedding and event management. with an inherent love for all things weddings, coupled with a calm demeanor and drive for perfection, courtney is a great fit for the catering outfit team.

walter slawski
walter slawski
proprietor & executive chef

settling in charlottesville from san diego, california and harare, zimbabwe, walter launched his catering company as an undergraduate at the university of virginia. an owner-operator, walter is actively engaged with all aspects of planning and executing events. he works closely with the catering team to ensure each member’s individual success. in a love affair with food, drink, and entertaining, walter dedicates his professional career to crafting your beautiful moments. walter has a b.a. in economics from the university of virginia. when away from work, walter enjoys fishing and cooking with his daughters, sophie and calla.

salvatore cellura III
salvatore cellura III
chef de cuisine

After Salvatore's university years, he decided to attend culinary school at Delgado Community College in New Orleans. While completing his culinary apprenticeship he worked for the renowned Brennan family at the Palace Café.

Salvatore then moved to Los Angeles to work for “The Two Hot Tamales”, Mary-Sue Miliken and Susan Fenniger at The Border Grill in Santa Monica. Following cooking stints in Chicago, Tampa and Stuttgart, Germany Salvatore landed in San Francisco.

In the Bay Area he embraced a different side of the culinary world by becoming a full time catering chef. There he freelanced for several companies including Rebecca Jean Catering and Events and Daniel Ripley Catering. With that catering experience in hand Salvatore relocated to Charlottesville and ultimately found a new home at the catering outfit.

Salvatore enjoys traveling, visiting his extensive family and camping when he has time away from work.

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