10 Best Caterers in Gainesville

“Braised Yum offered to bring food to our plant nursery, Grow Hub, for our staff and board members. The food they served was delicious and nutritious! We had rice that had various vegetables in it and tofu, and paneer with a spicy or mild option. Some of our team members loved the heat of the spicy option and also enjoyed the pepper that was offered on the side. They also provided a delicious mango lassi and a strawberry rose lassi! Not only was the food great, but Braised Yum also shared information about spices and how food is medicine. Some history of the food was also shared, which we found interesting. It was a pleasure having them at Grow Hub. They're very friendly and personable! We highly recommend giving Braised Yum's flavorful food a try!💚“

“Had their burger and fries today at the hispanic heritage festival and it was amazing! My daughter absolutely loved it. she however did not like me stealing so many bites! hope to see yall again!“

“I absolutely can never seem to make it all the way home before I crack open Tropical Eatz! It’s increase every, single time!“

“Red Mesa Catering provided a wonderful feast for my daughter’s graduation from medical school celebration. The food was delicious and creative. The set up and display were beautiful. All of my guests commented on how wonderful it was. One guest, a musician, commented that he had been to 1000 catered events and this was the best food he’d ever had. Red Mesa will be catering all of my events.“

“David's BBQ is an awesome locally owned BBQ joint in Gainesville! The meats are good, but the sides are even better. The service is wonderful and they make you feel at home. It's a great choice if you're looking for somewhere quick, fairly inexpensive, and different than your typical chain BBQ restaurant.“

“We recently partnered with Zen Catering for a corporate event on January 8, 2025, with 100 attendees, and we couldn’t be more impressed with their service and quality. Despite the planning being very last-minute, the Zen Catering team went above and beyond to make the event an absolute success.

From the moment we contacted them, their professionalism and responsiveness stood out. They quickly understood our needs and worked tirelessly to ensure every detail was addressed, alleviating any stress we had about the tight timeline.

The food was phenomenal! Every dish was beautifully presented and bursting with flavor. Our guests couldn’t stop raving about the variety and quality of the menu. It was clear that Zen Catering prioritizes not just taste but also freshness and attention to detail.

Handling an event of this size is no small task, but their team executed everything seamlessly. The staff on-site were courteous, efficient, and always ready to assist. They flawlessly managed the setup, service, and cleanup, allowing us to focus on connecting with our guests.

Zen Catering exceeded all expectations and turned what could have been a stressful situation into a flawless and memorable experience. If you’re looking for a catering company that delivers top-notch food and service, look no further than Zen Catering. They truly embody excellence in every way!

Thank you, Zen Catering, for making our corporate event unforgettable. We will definitely be using your services again and recommending you to everyone we know!“

“Our first stay here. Stunning grounds and beautiful cottages. Breakfast was only ok. We were not able to fully enjoy the breakfast because of bad communication. None of our dietary needs were given to the kitchen from when we booked the cottages. Also, no “famous” French toast casserole. Instead, there was oatmeal. Wonderful grounds and cottages. Disappointing breakfast.“

“Amazing Italian food! Yummy!“

“You want your daughter's wedding reception to be perfect and when it's held in an outdoor space on a cold January late afternoon you worry about how the food will be. Well, in this case it was perfect. Not only were the roasted vegetables audibly sizzling, everything was delicious! The guests were still talking about how good the food was the next day. The servers had everything ready right on cue and were gracious and courteous. I cannot thank everyone at Celebrations Catering enough for creating a perfect experience. Thank you!“

“Really great crab and sides. Very friendly service. We loved every bite. Just hard to locate and find - it’s a food truck in an empty lot! Needs some picnic tables and some crab hammers so you can eat on site. Would definitely come back the next time I’m in town.“