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5 Best Caterers in Buffalo (2026)

Ranked by real Google ratings and review volume · How we chose

Thorne Savarin
By Thorne Savarin, Culinary Explorer · ✓ Updated · 6 min read

We compared 18 caterers in Buffalo on Google Maps · 5 listed · How we rank

A guest list of 20 and one of 150 call for very different caterers in Buffalo, and the shops here cover both, from drop-off menus to a full event venue. They hold more than 700 Google reviews between them, and The Buffalo Catering Company sits at a perfect 5.0 across more than 200 of them.

Short answer: The Buffalo Catering Company on Tacoma Ave holds a 5.0 rating from more than 200 Google reviews, with reviewers describing weddings, a bridal shower and a 75-guest birthday. Kevin's Catering (4.9) is a drop-off caterer with reviews for parties of 50 to 150, and A Great Plate Catering (4.9) is based in Williamsville. No prices are published here.
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Buffalo Caterers Compared

# Business Rating Reviews Best for
1 The Buffalo Catering Company 5.0 ★ 205 Weddings and mid-size events View ›
2 Kevin's Catering 4.9 ★ 190 Drop-off catering for large groups View ›
3 Rich’s Catering & Special Events 4.6 ★ 147 Wedding venue with catering View ›
4 A Great Plate Catering, LLC 4.9 ★ 94 Celebrations and holiday meals View ›
5 City Fare Cafe and Catering 4.8 ★ 88 Sandwich and salad lunch catering View ›
5 Best Caterers in Buffalo (2026)

The caterers, one by one

The Buffalo Catering Company logo
#1 Overall🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

The Buffalo Catering Company

5.0205 Google reviews

The Buffalo Catering Company is a caterer at 325 Tacoma Ave, which Google also lists as a box lunch supplier, delivery restaurant and wedding buffet. Reviewers describe buffet catering for weddings, a bridal shower, a family gathering and a 75-guest birthday, with bartenders and service staff on site. It is open Monday to Friday.

What people praise

  • Buffet dishes such as chicken piccata and rigatoni praised by guests
  • Food described as fresh and hot, with the buffet kept filled
  • Delivery with utensils, plates and napkins included, according to a reviewer
  • A 20-person party was accommodated, per one reviewer

Worth knowing

  • One reviewer advises confirming exactly how the dessert station will look before ordering; the company refunded part of it
Reputation scorecardrank in Buffalo
Rating5 / 5
Review volume205 · 97th
Confidencehigh
Recency3 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown98% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The strongest all-round record here, across weddings, showers and smaller parties. Ask for a full description of every menu add-on when you book.

Website+1716-873-4000 Directions

325 Tacoma Ave, Buffalo, NY 14216

Kevin's Catering logo
#2🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Kevin's Catering

4.9190 Google reviews

Kevin's Catering is a caterer at 222 W Girard Blvd. Its site says it has offered custom and event catering in Buffalo since 1999, with drop-off catering for parties and corporate events. Reviewers describe a wedding, a family reunion of about 50 and a party of 150.

What people praise

  • Orders customised to what the host wanted
  • Food arrived on time, hot and well presented
  • Crew helped with setup and carrying food inside
  • A reviewer called a large menu variety reasonably priced

Worth knowing

  • Drop-off is its focus, so ask about service staff if you need them on site
Reputation scorecardrank in Buffalo
Rating4.9 / 5
Review volume190 · 92nd
Confidencemoderate
Recency5 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown98% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A dependable choice for big gatherings where you want the food delivered and set up. Reviewers mention ribs, chicken and pasta dishes.

Website+1716-874-4464 Directions

222 W Girard Blvd, Buffalo, NY 14217

Rich’s Catering & Special Events logo
#3🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Rich’s Catering & Special Events

4.6147 Google reviews

Rich's Catering & Special Events is based at 1 Robert Rich Way and is linked to The Atrium at Rich's, an event space that reviewers describe as a wedding venue. Its catering also works off site, with one reviewer describing a wedding at The Bank of East Aurora. Google lists it open every day.

What people praise

  • Reviewers praise one-vendor planning for venue and food
  • Dietary restrictions accommodated at a wedding, according to a reviewer
  • Event coordinators praised for communication and day-of help
  • Handled a conference-style event of about 500 people, per one reviewer

Worth knowing

  • One reviewer rated the food poorly, while wedding reviewers praise it, so ask for a tasting
Reputation scorecardrank in Buffalo
Rating4.6 / 5
Review volume147 · 86th
Confidencemoderate
Recencyabout a year ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown71% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A fit for weddings and larger events where you want venue and catering from the same team. Ask about a tasting before you book.

Website+1716-878-8422 Directions

1 Robert Rich Way, Buffalo, NY 14213

A Great Plate Catering, LLC logo
#4🕑 Open 6 days/wk

A Great Plate Catering, LLC

4.994 Google reviews

A Great Plate Catering, LLC is a caterer at 895 N Forest Rd in Williamsville, serving Western New York according to its site. Reviewers describe catering a Thanksgiving dinner, a celebration of life and a grand opening. It is open Tuesday to Saturday and Sunday mornings.

What people praise

  • Fried chicken and turkey singled out by reviewers
  • Arrived on time with quick setup
  • Food served hot and seasoned well, according to reviewers
  • Generous portions, per a Thanksgiving customer

Worth knowing

  • Closed Mondays, so plan Monday events early
Reputation scorecardrank in Buffalo
Rating4.9 / 5
Review volume94 · 81st
Confidencemoderate
Recency7 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown98% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A smart pick for family meals and community events in the Williamsville area. The reviewers describe consistent, well-seasoned food and on-time setup.

Website+1716-563-7556 Directions

895 N Forest Rd, Williamsville, NY 14221

City Fare Cafe and Catering logo
#5🕑 Open 5 days/wk

City Fare Cafe and Catering

4.888 Google reviews

City Fare Cafe and Catering is a lunch cafe at 483 Main St that also takes catering orders. It serves sandwiches, salads and soups on weekdays from 11 AM to 2 PM. One reviewer describes a catered event with a customised menu of sandwiches and salads.

What people praise

  • Fresh sandwiches, salads and soups praised by diners
  • One catering customer had gluten and dairy allergy requests handled smoothly
  • Menu customised for the event, according to that reviewer
  • Friendly service in the cafe

Worth knowing

  • The cafe is a lunch spot first, open weekdays 11 AM to 2 PM
  • Catering feedback rests on one reviewer, and a diner called the cafe a bit pricey
Reputation scorecardrank in Buffalo
Rating4.8 / 5
Review volume88 · 75th
Confidencemoderate
Recency7 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown84% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: Worth a call for office lunches and casual get-togethers rather than big formal events. Ask what catering menu and notice it needs.

Website+1716-907-5600 Directions

483 Main St, Buffalo, NY 14203

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How the scorecard works

Rating is a business’s live Google star average. Review volume is how many customers have rated it, set against the other Buffalo caterers. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume, so a 4.9 from hundreds of customers counts for more than a 5.0 from a handful. Recency reflects how lately people are still leaving reviews.

What drives catering prices in Buffalo

No prices are published here. Catering quotes usually depend on guest count, the menu, whether the food is dropped off or served by staff, and extras such as bartenders, rentals and desserts. Ask each caterer for a written, itemised quote and confirm what is included.

Where these caterers are based

These caterers work from Tacoma Ave, W Girard Blvd, Robert Rich Way and Main St in Buffalo, plus N Forest Rd in Williamsville. Looking for a caterer near me? Each listing shows a phone number, and reviewers describe events in Buffalo and nearby venues, so confirm delivery to your address.

What to ask before you book a caterer

  • Is the quote itemised, and what is included in the per-guest cost?
  • Is the food dropped off or served by staff, and are plates and utensils included?
  • Can you handle allergies and dietary restrictions?
  • Is a tasting available before I commit?
  • What is the deposit, and what is the cancellation policy?

Frequently asked questions

Which Buffalo caterers handle smaller groups?

A reviewer says The Buffalo Catering Company accommodated a 20-person party, and another describes a 75-guest birthday. City Fare Cafe and Catering takes catering orders for casual lunches and get-togethers.

Is there a Buffalo caterer that also has an event space?

Rich’s Catering & Special Events is linked to The Atrium at Rich’s, which reviewers describe as a wedding venue. It also catered an off-site wedding at The Bank of East Aurora, according to a reviewer.

Can Buffalo caterers handle food allergies?

A City Fare Cafe and Catering customer says gluten and dairy allergy requests were handled without a problem, and a Rich’s Catering reviewer says dietary restrictions were accommodated at a wedding. Tell each caterer about allergies when you book.

Do any of these caterers drop off food?

Kevin’s site describes drop-off catering, and a Buffalo Catering Company reviewer says the driver delivered food with utensils, plates and napkins.

The short version

The Buffalo Catering Company is a sensible first call for weddings and mid-size events, Kevin’s Catering suits big drop-off orders, and Rich’s pairs food with a venue. Whichever you choose, get the quote itemised and in writing.

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