Purple Onion Catering Co.

About Purple Onion Catering Co.

Purple Onion Catering Co.

Founded in 1990, Purple Onion Catering Co. has grown from a small kitchen operation into a nationally recognized, award-winning company known for its creativity, personalized menus and exceptional service. In August 2022, ownership transitioned to Paige Carney, a former Senior Event Designer and General Manager, who continues to lead our woman-owned and green-certified company with a focus on personalized event design and sustainability. ​We strive to exude our core values of kindness, care and elevated experience in everything we do.

At Purple Onion Catering Co., our powerhouse team driven by women leads the way in every aspect of our business. Our woman-led culinary team brings innovation, artistry, and a passion for exceptional food to every event. We collaborate with our expert Event Designers and Event Producers to craft menus that reflect your tastes, style, and the experience you want for your guests. Every detail is thoughtfully curated to create an event that is uniquely yours.

Services

Meal types

  • Breakfast/brunch
  • Buffet
  • Dessert service
  • Family-style meal
  • Food stations
  • Passed appetizers
  • Seated meal
  • Stationary appetizers
  • Wedding cake service

Reviews

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Rating: 5.0

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3 reviews

  • KW

    Kristen W.

    Rating: 5
    •Jun 28, 2026

    Exceptional Food, Amazing Service

    We got so many compliments on our food! Purple onion worked hard to accommodate special diets and allergies in the bridal party to much success! They were exceptional to work with and the resounding feedback from our guests was that the food exceeded expectation for a black tie wedding!

  • GW

    Gracelyn W.

    Rating: 5
    •May 7, 2026

    Dream Food and Dream Team

    My husband and I are self described foodies, so we knew finding a catering company that could produce high quality food at volume and be great about dietary restrictions would be key for our wedding. As a gluten free girly, Elle and her team were accommodating and so great to work with. The food we had was amazing and the special mocktails we ordered are something I still dream about (and guests still talk about). The Purple Onion is well worth the price and I cannot speak highly enough of them. I recommend them to any foodies.

  • CD

    Cassandra D.

    Rating: 5
    •Mar 31, 2025

    Amazing experience with the Purple Onion Team!

    Purple Onion Catering Co. was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. Their communication style was thoughtful, bubbly, and prompt, which made the planning process smooth and stress-free. The quality of their work was truly custom, boutique, and well-prepared - Elle and Ellie worked closely with me to bring my vision to life and ensured that every detail was attended to. I felt incredibly supported by their amazing team on our special day. I highly recommend Purple Onion Catering Co. to any couple looking for a top-notch catering experience.

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