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11 Wedding Caterers in Lakewood, OH

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Culinary Expressions Catering

4.8

Starts at $500
Serves Lakewood, OH

Culinary Expressions Catering is a woman-owned catering company based in Cleveland, Ohio, specializing in beautifully curated charcuterie, upscale grazing stations, and soulful seasonal menus. With over 16 years of hospitality experience and a deep love for bringing people together through food, our team blends artistry, flavor, and flawless service to elevate weddings and special events of all kinds. Whether you’re planning a dreamy micro-wedding, elegant reception, or bridal shower brunch, we’re here to help you create unforgettable moments—one bite at a time.

“We hired Culinary Expressions for our wedding, and they absolutely exceeded our expectations. The food was incredible — every dish was flavorful, beautifully presented, and clearly made with passion. You can truly tell that Nia loves what she does, and that passion shines through in every bite. The service was just as impressive. The team was professional, attentive, and everything ran smoothly from start to finish. Communication was great throughout the entire process — they were responsive, flexible, and made planning so much easier. We’re so glad we chose Culinary Expressions and would highly recommend them to anyone looking for exceptional catering and service.”

Jordan, 5 months ago

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A Taste of Excellence Catering

5.0

Starts at $20
Serves Lakewood, OH

We are Cleveland’s premier off-premise catering company! With over 30 years of experience catering events in Northeast Ohio, our team is dedicated to providing flawless service and unforgettable memories.

“Taste was amazing for our wedding! Mikaela was great to work with throughout the wedding planning process and even helped accommodate a second food tasting for us when my parents wanted to change course on all the food we’d originally picked after our first tasting lol. The food on our wedding night was delicious and we’ve gotten so many compliments from our guests that they loved the food! We had the new york strip steak, blackened chicken with pesto, lemon chicken, and tomato florentine. Amanda was our day-of manager and she was so sweet and checked in with us multiple times to see if we needed anything or wanted more of any food which was so great of her! I’d recommend them a thousand times over for your event!”

Lauren W., 6 months ago

West Side Charcuterie

5.0

Starts at $60
Serves Lakewood, OH

Carefree entertaining without the hassle. Exquisite entertaining without the planning, shopping, prepping, and stress. Relax and allow us to create delightfully delicious memories for you and your guests! Looking to entertain a group of 20 or more guests? Our grazing experiences are a perfect option for a show-stopping display that will elevate your celebration or gathering. Have a special dietary request? Though we cannot guarantee cross-contamination will not occur, we would love to do our best to accommodate you! We offer vegan, gluten-free & dairy-free selections.

“Rachel and team were wonderful! Everyone loved the charcuterie and they did an amazing job with the layout. It was so pretty and matched my easy, relaxed, summer fun, friends and family vibe. They implemented my additions and were flexible with adding to the menus and number of guests. Rachel helped me walk thru how much to plan for, which helped keep the budget down. They arrived early, set up, were ready on time for our lunch time event, and cleaned up so well you couldn’t tell they were there! If you want to keep the stress down for your event, West Side Charcuterie is the way to go!”

Angela H., 2 months ago

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Melendez catering

5.0

Starts at $35
Serves Lakewood, OH

Melendez Catering is the Premier Latin Fused Caterer in Northeast Ohio. We specialize on a Modern take on traditional flavors from the Caribbean and Latin America as well as Classic Americana cuisine. We offer a One Stop Shop experience through our long list of vendors.

“I'm so happy Melendez Catering was available for our wedding! The food served at our wedding tasted exactly like it did at our tasting, and it was delicious. Jose is professional, responds promptly, and is upfront about everything.”

Melissa Cuadrado T., 2 years ago

Catering By Verba's

Starts at $3,500
Serves Lakewood, OH

Over 35 years of Catering Excellence. We are not a pizza shop. We are not a restaurant. We are Caterers. Full service Caterers. We customize each and every individual event to suite the needs of our clients. We can do anything your heart desires and love to see our clients eyes light up when they walk into the room and see just what they have envisioned come to life.

Zingale’s Creative Catering

Starts at $3,000
Serves Lakewood, OH

Owner of Zingale’s Creative Catering LLC Cleveland Oh👩‍🍳 Personal Chef| Catering|ACF Certified. We offer all your dining needs, we also provide all your catering needs. Have a party, small gathering, big wedding? call Chef Nae.

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Old Carolina Barbecue

5.0

Serves Lakewood, OH

At Old Carolina BBQ, we bring the rich, smoky flavors of authentic Southern barbecue to the greater Cleveland-Akron Area with 8 locations. Our award-winning BBQ is slow-smoked to perfection daily, offering a delicious range of menu items, from tender pulled pork and juicy beef brisket to mouth-watering ribs and flavorful sides like baked beans and cornbread. Whether you’re stopping by for a casual meal, ordering online for takeout or delivery, or hosting a special event, we’ve got you covered.

“We booked with Old Carolina for our wedding and couldn’t be more happy that we did! They were on time, set up efficiently, and were so incredibly kind. The workers did a fantastic job and I am so appreciative of everyone who came to deliver and serve. The food was absolutely delicious and something many of my friends say they’ll want to have for their future wedding as well. I recommend Old Carolina with full confidence!”

Paige P., a year ago

LaVera Catering

5.0

Starts at $45
Serves Lakewood, OH

In 1952, Larry and Vera Gaudio, our grandparents and the founders of LaVera Party Center, launched a catering business that quickly became known for its homemade Italian cuisine. They were committed to using only the finest ingredients, crafting every dish with care. Today, three generations later, we’re proud to continue their legacy, serving up the same timeless recipes with the same dedication to quality.

“Food is one of the most important parts of a wedding, and La Vera did NOT disappoint. Carl and his team are professionals and go above and beyond to cater to their guests. Holly specifically was one of a kind to work with to make our wedding day spectacular! Her attention to details does not go unnoticed, and strives to make sure all guests are well taken care of. Many of our guests had special food requests and allergies, and the La Vera team under Holly managed them with ease. As the bride, I had one simple request for food on my wedding day, and that was a side of macaroni and cheese. Holly replied “Absolutely!” with no hesitation for this request, even though it isn’t on their menu. When my husband and I entered our reception area and took our seats at our sweetheart table, there was a bowl of macaroni and cheese already waiting for us alongside our salads. La Vera’s food is delicious, it comes out hot and in a timely manner, and so happy we chose them for our food catering! Our guests still talk about how tender their beef was! We will definitely use La-Vera again for our catering needs, I couldn’t recommend them enough!”

Nicole, a year ago

Zack Bruell Events

Serves Lakewood, OH

Zack Bruell is a high-end, restaurant style catering service focused on Zack Bruell signature dishes that are prepared at off-site events, including a list of preferred and exclusive venues.  The service offers a range of options, from hors d’oeuvres to multi-course sit-down dinners. Brides, grooms and event planners can choose from a selection of favorite Bruell restaurant dishes, or work with chefs to create a tailored menu that is unique to their needs.

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Chemical X Inc

Starts at $750
Serves Lakewood, OH

At Chemical X, we serve up cocktails with intention, delicious dinners that hits the spot, thorough planning & anything else you might need for your big day! Chemical X also offers non-denominational wedding ceremony officiant services. Our owner/operator, Elizabeth, 30, has been in the service industry for over a decade, finding her true calling as a Bartender when she migrated to Cleveland in 2015. She has competed in various cocktail competitions, became a Tales of The Cocktail alumni, acquired her TIPs, ServSafe & Bar Smarts certificates & opened Chemical X, a one stop shop for all your event needs!

Peace, Love, and Littl Donuts

Starts at $100
Serves Lakewood, OH

PLLD is a dip and decorate theatre experience. We pride ourselves in fresh donuts all day with over 60 differnt kinds as well as cutome donuts to fit every occassion. When you walk in to "feed your inner hippie", you walk away with a smile and a delicious donut(s) to make your day great!