The Best Wedding Caterers in Rensselaer, NY

Your wedding is too important to just present you with a series of standard menus. Nicole’s Special Events & Catering provides a unique opportunity for the couple to meet with us personally and create the perfect, menu for your special day, custom tailored by your preferences. Nicole’s provides a complete wedding plan including a custom menu, timeline, linen colors and decor, tent and furniture rentals and all of the little details that will ensure your day is flawless.

At Mazzone Hospitality, our goal is to serve great food, make people feel special, and create unforgettable memories. Whether we are catering a wedding at one of our venues, a backyard party or corporate event, or you are dining at one of our PRIME Dining locations, you can count on the highest level of service and the finest food in the Capital District and beyond.

With over 80 years of experience, Birch Hill Catering continues to be one of Upstate New York’s most memorable wedding, social, and corporate event caterers. As the focus on how we celebrate continues to evolve, our passion, style, and creativity for every event shifts with it all while maintaining what has become known as the Birch Hill Standard. Whether its at our place or yours, as a full-service caterer serving Albany, the Hudson Valley, the Capital Region, and beyond, we can handle every last detail of your off-site event.

Deet’s Catering brings over 80 years of family heritage to your wedding day, ensuring your celebration is built around incredible food and shared experiences. As a premier full-service caterer in the Capital Region, we specialize in on-site cooking, transforming your venue into a live kitchen where guests enjoy the aromas of fresh, gourmet meals prepared just for them. From rustic barn weddings to elegant plated dinners, our team handles every detail—from champagne pouring to cake cutting—with professional care. Whether you desire interactive pasta stations or our signature grilled NY Strip steaks, we treat your guests like family.

Welcome to ETHNIK Drink Lab, a fully insured mobile bar experience where culture, creativity, and connection are at the heart of every pour. We believe that a cocktail should tell a story, which is why we specialize in crafting premium drinks and mocktails inspired by global flavors and curated aesthetics.

We think family meals are important, so we started our farm with the goal of making healthful, ready-to-eat meals and delivering them to our customers. Everything we do is firmly grounded in our mission to bring good, healthy food to people.

We are Micromony. A build your own package caterer. Venues are all unique and may not need us to have all the bells and whistles, but we can be if you need us to be! Micromony is a team of individuals specializing in cook on site events for all size groups. Six people? Sure! 200 people ... Ok Then! We have heard often that the bigger companies price themselves out of possibility with the smaller events and finding some who will do them is difficult. We offer personal chef services for any events under 30 people and can accommodate larger events within a certain geographic range.

Bring the taste of Italy to your wedding celebration with ITALIANA FOODS LLC, a New Rochelle, NY-based catering company specializing in handmade Italian dishes made with love. Founders Giusy and Lucia are the sixth generation of talented culinary creatives in their family. They are honored to share the incredible food traditions of their Italian hometown with couples and their loved ones throughout the Westchester area. In addition to their catering services, Italiana foods also offer a beautiful and Romantic Vintage APE Piaggio 1976 build Food Truck that adds a little fun and excitement to any occasion.

Danny has spent the past dozen years working in kitchens around New York City and abroad. After attending the French Culinary Institute, Danny worked at Momofuku Ko, Isa, Estela, and Cabane à Sucre Au Pied de Cochon in Montreal. In 2015, Danny founded Joint Venture as a way to explore how food can bring people together beyond the confines of a restaurant’s four walls. JV is a departure from and reaction to the kitchens of his past. It's about collaborating with friends, reconnecting with nature, and working directly with farmers and producers. JV creates menus that are of the season and expressive of their surroundings. JV is ever-evolving.

Bringing bold flavors and unforgettable experiences to your table, *That Girl Can Cook Catering* is all about crafting mouthwatering dishes that turn every event into a feast to remember. Whether it’s an intimate gathering or a grand celebration, we specialize in personalized menus that reflect your unique taste and style.Our goal is to give the client the best service in all aspects. Chef Renee cooks with love, and she sources the freshest ingredients for artfully plated creations, every dish is made with love, passion, and a dash of flair. She enjoys creating menus for her clients that will make them happy.

My name is Don, the founder and creative mind behind Bon Appétit Exotics. What started as a genuine passion for cooking has grown into a business dedicated to bringing people together through flavorful, high-quality food. I created Bon Appétit Exotics to offer a unique catering and meal prep experience that blends bold, creative dishes with the comfort of familiar favorites. At Bon Appétit Exotics, I specialize in curating menus that stand out. From crowd-pleasing classics like wings, sliders, and homestyle sides to more elevated and diverse options, every dish is prepared with attention to detail and a focus on taste.

Indulge in the Mobile Bar and Dessert Experience. We specialize in Handcrafted Cocktails and delicious made-to-order Mini Pancakes. Our minis are the perfect Wedding add-on for cocktail hour or the night cap. We use local ingredients for our Cocktails and our services can be combined or separated upon request. Packages can be customized to fit your needs. Contact us for affordable pricing.

Tapped into the Catskills is a wedding bar and beverage service based in Woodstock, NY. Serving high-quality drinks out of a custom-built vintage trailer, this business is passionate about leaving a lasting impression. They enjoy working closely with you to ensure that your vision for your special day becomes a reality. With over a decade of experience in the wedding industry, close attention to detail and focus on providing exceptional care, I strive to make sure that you receive enjoyable beverage services. This repurposed vintage trailer features a sleek design, offering a sophisticated yet nostalgic touch to your celebration of love.

Glad Mouf BBQ – Unforgettable Flavor for Your Special Day At Glad Mouf BBQ, we believe every wedding deserves unforgettable food that brings people together. We specialize in craft barbecue with a gourmet twist, featuring the world’s most tender smoked oxtails, melt-in-your-mouth brisket, juicy smoked chicken, brisket tacos —all paired with our legendary sauces. We offer catering with a choice of station-style service with pre-portioned servings or a buffet. Enjoy a special rate of $50 per person for 100+ guests or $75 per person with a 50-guest minimum. Our customizable menu allows you to create the perfect meal for your wedding vision.

Shale Hill Events is a farm-to-table catering company based in Saugerties, dedicated to creating unforgettable wedding experiences through exceptional food. Our culinary team crafts custom menus that celebrate both your love story and the Hudson Valley's seasonal bounty. We're passionate about transforming locally-sourced ingredients into memorable dishes that become a highlight of your special day. We believe wedding cuisine should never be an afterthought but rather a central element that guests remember for years to come, connecting them to both your celebration and our region's agricultural heritage.

Green Cart Catering was founded on the desire to do two things: One, to provide healthy & ethical cuisine. And two, to provide event hosts, committed to healthy & ethical eating, the ability to stay true to their values while still providing their guests an outstanding culinary experience! Our 100% plant- based menus will impress everyone and leave no one wanting! Behind our great food is over 30 years’ experience in hospitality services. So, Green Cart Catering can provide you with not only great food, but complete event services, as well!

We are a veteran/family owned catering bussiness! Catering services for your special day, and many other events! We are an off site catering company, as long as your venue allows you to bring your own caterer we will be there! We offer many different styles from plated meals buffet, family style, and the most unique is our Brazilian style! We accommodate any food allergy or restriction

BARMASTERS Mobile Bartending has been providing exceptional bar services at over 10,000 weddings since 2017 in 49 US States! We have a fully trained professional staff and carry $2mil in Liquor Liability Insurance. Get a free quote in minutes!

I’m Justine, a Hudson Valley–based private chef creating elevated, intimate meals with seasonal ingredients and a relaxed, refined feel. From romantic dinners to wedding weekend gatherings, I focus on thoughtful food, seamless service, and making your event feel effortless and memorable.

Distinguish Catering is a luxury boutique, farm-to-table catering company specializing in elevated wedding experiences, offering a refined fusion of Afro Soul Food and international cuisines. We distinguish every celebration with a deep appreciation for cultural diversity. Our culinary approach draws inspiration from the vibrant flavors of Afro Soul Food thoughtfully infused with global influences to create dynamic memorable dishes. Each plate is crafted with premium, farm-fresh ingredients and presented with intention, offering guests immersive, sensory-driven experiences that transform every event into an unforgettable culinary journey.

With over 10 years of experience, Simply Delicious Dishes Catering is a full-service catering company specializing in Southern cuisine with a modern, stylish flair. Our team is passionate about creating unforgettable dining experiences that bring people together through food, flavor, and flawless presentation. From intimate gatherings to grand wedding celebrations, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional service, stunning presentation, and mouthwatering cuisine that reflects each client’s unique vision. At Simply Delicious Dishes, we’re honored to bring warmth, style, and exceptional flavor to every event we serve — including yours!

Our innovative presentation will redefine your perception of indulgence, combining sumptuous amenities and top tier dining options to create an impeccable experience tailored to your personal taste. Our culinary acumen with proficiency in contemporary cooking and commitment to sourcing the highest quality ingredient. With the service ranging from meal prep for individual and daily need, personal chef services for your intimate dinner, to gastronomic delight up to silver spoon class matrimonial soirees. Our team is well verse in every aspect of the event and will undoubtedly delivery top notch services.

Pizza has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. I started working in pizzerias at just 14 years old and spent years learning every role from dough making to oven work while perfecting my craft. After years in the industry, I turned my lifelong passion into Pizza Joe on the Go, a mobile pizza experience that brings fresh, handcrafted pizzas directly to your celebration. I love creating unforgettable moments through great food, great energy, and a personal touch that makes every event feel special.

Award-wining Chef Alain Lemaire is a native of Port-au-Prince, Haiti, where he first discovered his interest in cooking. That interest in food grew out of the need to feed himself what he wanted, and when he wanted it by watching his mother and grandmother in the kitchen, to full blown passion by the time he graduated. Chef Lemaire has featured on several TV shows: he was the host chef of the “Taste of Haiti” episode of the "Luda Can't Cook" series on Discovery+ with award winning rapper, actor, restauranteur Chris "Ludacris" Bridges. He is also a contestant of the Food Network's hit series, Fire Masters, Cutthroat Kitchen, and Chopped.

As a kid, Rebecca could be found in the kitchen cooking with either her Mom or Grandma. Traveling to Albany was always a treat, as her favorite dish to eat was Nan's French toast. While studying at NYU, Rebecca came up with the concept of STUF'D to fulfill the need for a savory French toast, as it was yet to be done. She decided to start the business as a food truck in 2016, as a way to keep her brand more mobile. Since then, we have evolved into a full-service catering company, offering a variety of sandwiches, sliders, and cocktail bites, and serving events that range from weddings and birthday parties to large-scale events!

Grace & Faith BBQ is a Premier Craft BBQ Catering Company that provides a great environment & of course a mouth watering experience filled with tons of Fresh Smoked BBQ. At Grace & Faith BBQ we focus on creating an unforgettable experience for the couple and your guest. We offer everything from our delicious Authentic Southern BBQ to American favorites and Latin dishes. Our Pit Master, Originally from NC has more then 10 years experience in the BBQ and Catering industry.

We pamper your tastebuds with authentic African Foods. To us, it’s more than just food, it’s a brand. It’s THE JOLAS KITCHEN BRAND. We have created a brand, with some amazing loyalty. Our aim is to take you back to the streets of Lagos with the Jolasjollof, and if you have never been to Lagos you can enjoy what the Nigerian party Jollof tastes like. It’s cooked with parboiled rice in a mixture of carefully selected peppers to give you that authentic taste of Nigerian Jollof. Looking forward to bringing our flavors to your next event!

The Rooted Anchor offers personal chef catering services, using only local and sustainable ingredients. With over 15 years of experience, we pride ourselves on providing a memorable experience that highlights sustainability. *PLEASE NOTE*: $500 minimum for small parties/apps only! All other menus are priced at $65-$100+ per person.

** WE ARE NOT ACTIVE ON ZOLA, FACEBOOK FOR PRICING & INQUIRY *** Lakota BBQ is a wedding catering service located in Rensselaer County, NY. This catering service is a family-owned and operated business that has been in operation for over a decade. These culinary experts are excited to help you add a delectable and personal touch to your wedding spread.

VaNy's Cocktails and Confections is a retrofitted mobile bar and small batch confection shop operating out of New York’s Capital Region. Proud owner Christine Fish has been baking her famous confections for over two and a half decades. Today, her and her daughters are ready to get on the road and out to your big wedding celebration.