How much does buffet catering cost in the UK?

To hire a buffet caterer in the UK costs between £7 and £200 per person. The average cost is around £65. This cost is determined by the caterer (caterer’s reputation) you decide to work with because different caterers have their rates. Other factors affecting the cost of booking a buffet catering in the UK include the event location and the type and number of meals required at the party. You can hire a buffet caterer on the Poptop website in a few simple steps: enter your party details and view live prices and caterers’ availability; submit a booking request, ensure to pay a deposit to secure a date, the reservation is then confirmed.

What cuisines do buffet caterers offer?

The main course, sides, salads, and desserts are all included in the base price. Our buffet caterers for hire provide the following dishes: naverine of lamb chicken with button mushrooms and white wine sauce, slowly braised beef, shallot, ale casserole, curried lamb with tomato and mango, and Thai lemon chicken and coconut sauce. The cuisines can also be tailored to your preferences. All you have to do is to discuss this with your preferred supplier prior to the event.

Who will set up a buffet catering area?

Definitely not you, the buffet caterers will do that. They will set up the buffet catering area by themselves. To do this effectively, our caterers will arrive at your event about 2 hours before the program begins. They will provide all the necessary equipment, cutlery, and crockery. They will set up and arrange everything. When you are ready, their staff will serve you and your guests. Afterward, when the event is over, your premises will be left clean and tidy.

Do buffet caterers clean up after themselves?

Yes, the buffet caterers clean up after themselves. You won’t be the one arranging for who to clean up after your event. Before leaving your event center, the buffet caterers for hire will clean the area and ensure they leave it just the way they met it. You do not need to worry about having a dirty space after your event. They will also make sure there's no damage. The caterers will also be the ones to set up and serve you and your guests. All you have to do is sit back, and enjoy your party.

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Our buffet caterers in the UK take classic buffets to the next level by providing a unique selection of buffets. You can choose hot or cold, bowl food, finger or fork buffet. Cuisines include Caribbean, Italian, French, Indian, Thai, and many more.

Buffet Caterers in the UK

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Experience Gourmet Buffet Catering for All Events

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4.98( 60 reviews )

• 109 bookings

Burton On Trent

Experience Gourmet Buffet Catering for All Events

Let us make your next event unforgettable with our delectable buffet catering. Contact us today to discuss menu options and planning details!

Exceptional Grazing Table Gourmet Choice

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4.98( 60 reviews )

• 109 bookings

Burton On Trent

Exceptional Grazing Table Gourmet Choice

A grazing table it’s a great option for any type of event. Smart, elegant, colourful. Very convenient for every guest and everyone can find something for themselves.

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4.98( 60 reviews )

• 109 bookings

Burton On Trent

Breathtaking Handmade Elegant Canapé

The canapés menu it’s a great option for large-volume events as well as a smaller once. Breathtaking small dishes would nicely dress your event.

5.0( 16 reviews )

• 38 bookings

UK wide coverage

Savoury Delights Buffet For Your Event

As passionate food enthusiasts, we excel in catering. Our diverse menu, quality, and service make us the ideal choice.

4.78( 78 reviews )

• 244 bookings

Birmingham

Spectacular Fruit Display Table

Try our unique and spectacular fruit display tables for your next event! This is can be part of a dessert table or just for your guests to nibble on!

Fresh Oysters, Canapes & Prosseco Cocktails

4.93( 56 reviews )

• 118 bookings

Melton Mowbray

Fresh Oysters, Canapes & Prosseco Cocktails

It's a simple menu, indulge in a single flute of Prosecco or a carefully crafted cocktail paired with an exquisite oyster, accompanied by your choice of five canapés from our curated list.

Handcrafted Canapes Featuring King Prawns Tempura and Sweet Chilli Sauce

4.93( 56 reviews )

• 118 bookings

Melton Mowbray

Handcrafted Canapes Featuring King Prawns Tempura and Sweet Chilli Sauce

With no limits in culinary creation, I will bring a touch of creativity, taste, and good feeling to your event!

5.0( 5 reviews )

• 1 booking

London

Indulge In Sweetness One Bite At A Time

Are you ready to satisfy your sweet tooth? Our desserts are crafted with love and the finest ingredients, ensuring every bite is a delicious experience.

Fully Inclusive Hot Buffet With Your Choice of Dish

4.93( 15 reviews )

• 44 bookings

UK wide coverage

Fully Inclusive Hot Buffet With Your Choice of Dish

Our promise is simple - great food, great freshly cooked food - cooked at your venue but best of all we make sure that there plenty of it!

Hot Pasta Bar With A Range Of Pasta Shapes & Toppings

4.93( 15 reviews )

• 44 bookings

UK wide coverage

Hot Pasta Bar With A Range Of Pasta Shapes & Toppings

Our hot pasta bar is the perfect, build-your-own dish for your guest. An ideal, unique package for event evening food as an alternative to a traditional standard buffet.

Traditional Finger Buffet with Optional Upgrades

4.93( 15 reviews )

• 44 bookings

UK wide coverage

Traditional Finger Buffet with Optional Upgrades

All packages include high quality sustainable, wooden plates, napkins & cutlery. These can be white bagasse or bamboo.

The Ultimate Grazing Table For Your Event

4.93( 15 reviews )

• 44 bookings

UK wide coverage

The Ultimate Grazing Table For Your Event

All packages include high quality sustainable, disposable plates, napkins & cutlery. These can be white bagasse or bamboo.

4.93( 15 reviews )

• 44 bookings

UK wide coverage

Fabulous Farmhouse Platter & Breads

Our promise is simple - Great food, and plenty of it! Fast response and quick professional quoting & of course great food and service.

4.93( 15 reviews )

• 44 bookings

UK wide coverage

Grazing Curry Bowl-Style Experience

Our promise is simple - amazing homemade curry bowls continuously topped up. so great food, and plenty of it!

4.93( 15 reviews )

• 44 bookings

UK wide coverage

Italian Style Antipasti Platters

Our promise is simple - Great food, and plenty of it! We serve with a smile and nothing is too much trouble

4.93( 15 reviews )

• 44 bookings

UK wide coverage

British Tasty Fork Cold Buffet Food

We are an experienced and professional BBQ business delivering simply the best in fresh, home cooked buffets, hot buffets, and barbecues.

Mouth Watering Handcrafted Canapes for Any Occasion

4.94( 79 reviews )

• 178 bookings

Andover

Mouth Watering Handcrafted Canapes for Any Occasion

A selection of hand made bite-sized canapes to suit all your guest's options can be discussed with the chef at time of booking.

5.0( 66 reviews )

• 152 bookings

Westbury

Luxury sandwich tray delivery

These beautiful sandwich trays are made just before delivery to ensure freshness, and garnished with fresh flowers. Neatly cut with a tasty selection of fillings.

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Premium Handcrafted Mouthwatering Sliders Platers

5( 60 reviews )

• 109 bookings

Selection of handcrafted mini burgers. It’s a great option for less formal meetings and events. Various choices will definitively impress your guests. Sliders are a very convenient option for indoor and outdoor events and parties. With the assistance of a professional chef your guest be amazed as it’s not just a meal but an experience. We offer menu of 8 different burgers where you have to pick 3 of your choice. Burgers prepared for your guest will be counted to cover at least 2 per guest

About supplier

15 years of experience as a professional chef working across various venues and countries. My goal is to make your event the best in every aspect that stays in the memory of your guests.

from £500 / per event

Premium Handcrafted Mouthwatering Sliders Platers

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Reviews for Buffet Caterers in the UK

Read verified reviews from real clients, who booked with Poptop in the UK

Salma

• 12 December 2019

Booked with Poptop

We booked Jerk Shack for a Christmas party event for our elderly residents. We requested a traditional Christmas meal and Jerk Shack managed to cater to our exact needs. The food was amazing, they did such a good job. Our residents were extremely pleased with the food. Would definitely recommend jerk shack and will definitely be using them again. Thank you Jerk Shack Salma

Vanessa T

• 15 June 2020

Booked with Poptop

Ordered an afternoon tea at the last minute for my daughter's birthday which she thoroughly enjoyed. The communication all the way through was 100% and I was sent a photo of the box just prior to delivery. I also requested a certain wine which they managed to fulfil. Would highly recommend!

Louise E

• 30 October 2021

Booked with Poptop

My experience with Rata caterers has been entirely positive. Really easy to deal with before the event and the set up, food and service on the evening was fantastic.

Chris C

• 06 December 2018

Booked with Poptop

Fantastic! We booked catering with Dawn for our work Christmas party and everyone loved the food - we all had seconds! Great communication during the build up to the event and arrived on the night in time and ready to eat! Highly recommend!

Charlotte G

• 11 August 2024

Booked with Poptop

The Cluster Kitchen did an amazing job catering a hot buffet for our son's christening of 60 people. From the start Kash's communication was excellent. We paid £100 for an extra person to help top up drinks and wash up and it was so worth it- we were so impressed with their proactivity and they left the kitchen spotless and took away all rubbish. The food was extremely delicious and so many of my guests complimented it. Ma…

Andy W

• 31 December 2022

Booked with Poptop

All through the booking process communication was superb, the service was great, food was superb, set up brilliant could not fault anything at all