Wedding Caterers in Cape Town
19 caterers serving Cape Town · sorted by rating
The caterer feeds your guests and, alongside drinks, is usually the second-largest cost after the venue. Beyond the food, they handle service staff, tableware, and often the timing of the whole reception.
Looking for a wedding caterers in Cape Town? Couples here typically book their caterers 9–12 months in advance — popular dates go first. Below are 19 highly-rated caterers serving Cape Town and the surrounding South Africa area.
Average cost
€50–€140 per guest
Budget options from around €50 in Cape Town; premium and luxury caterers exceed €140.
Cathkin Caterers
2, 6 Jane Ave, Gatesville, Cape Town, 7766, South Africa
The Velvet Effect
Unit 4, Magnum Park, 108 Bofors Cir, Epping, Cape Town, 7475, South Africa
Table Seven
Salt Orchard, Unit C5 Corner Briar &, Yew St, Salt River, Cape Town, 7925, South Africa
Concept Food
Unit 3, Huguenot Park, Corner of Klein Drakenstein and, Van Der Merwe, Charleston Hill, Cape Town, 7646, South Africa
Kitchen Republik Catering
Unit B7, Salt Orchid, 10 Briar Rd, Salt River, Cape Town, 7925, South Africa
Bruce Catering
50 Marine Dr, Paarden Eiland, Cape Town, 7420, South Africa
Appetite Catering Cape Town
34 Bonair Rd, Rondebosch, Cape Town, 7700, South Africa
Fork and Nice Catering
2 Swan Rd, Brackenfell, Cape Town, 7560, South Africa
Off the Blok Catering
Unit 3, 9 Printers Way, Montague Gardens, Cape Town, 7441, South Africa
Silver Spoon Catering
Unit 1, Trippessa Park, Bofors Cir, Epping, Cape Town, 7460, South Africa
Catermarks
57 Olyfberg Rd, Bishop Lavis, Cape Town, 7490, South Africa
Ashura Caterers
12 College Rd, Surrey Estate, Cape Town, 7764, South Africa
BeefUp Spitbraais & Smokehouse
58 Klip Rd, Grassy Park, Cape Town, 7941, South Africa
Verve Caterers & Events
5 Mansfield Cres, Mansfield, Cape Town, 7151, South Africa
Rizq Catering and Events - Halaal Catering Paarl, Boland & Cape Town Metro
2 Weiss, Esterville, Paarl, 7646, South Africa
Pretty Little Things
7 Franklin St, Observatory, Cape Town, 7925, South Africa
About Thyme Caterers & Online Deli
11 Auckland St, Paarden Eiland, Cape Town, 7405, South Africa
Dish Food & Social
2 Lugard St, Observatory, Cape Town, 7925, South Africa
Salt And Pepper Catering
Unit B21, Icon Business Park, Fourie St, Brackenfell, Cape Town, 7580, South Africa
How to choose a wedding caterers in Cape Town
What to look for
- A tasting before you commit
- Menus that flex for dietary needs and allergies
- A clear staff-to-guest ratio
- Whether rentals, linens and glassware are included
- Experience at your specific venue
Questions to ask
- Is the tasting free, and how many dishes can we try?
- What is your price per head, and what does it include?
- How do you handle vegetarian, vegan and allergy meals?
- Do you provide bar service and staff, or just food?
Frequently asked questions
How much does wedding catering cost in Cape Town?
Catering in Cape Town typically runs €50–€140 per guest per guest. Buffets and food stations sit at the lower end; plated multi-course dinners with premium wine pairings reach the top.
When should I book a caterer in Cape Town?
Secure your Cape Town caterer 9–12 months in advance, and schedule the tasting three to four months before the wedding.
What is included in a Cape Town catering quote?
Ask whether staff, rentals, linens, glassware and cake-cutting are included — these extras can add 20–30% if quoted separately.
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