Weddings in New York don’t have to come with sky-high catering bills. If you’re hosting a reception at a bar, park, beach, or other non-traditional venue, food is still at the heart of the celebration — but it doesn’t need to break the bank.
The secret? Looking beyond traditional wedding caterers and booking restaurant caterers.
At CaterCow, we’ve seen time and again that restaurants serving the city’s corporate offices every day are some of the most punctual, reliable, and affordable partners you can book for your wedding. They specialize in buffets, interactive DIY bars, and drop-off catering — which means you can feed 100 guests without the unnecessary frills (or costs). And yes, it’s much better than just ordering pizza.
Restaurant Caterers Are a Smart Wedding Choice
Restaurant caterers are perfect for budget weddings where affordability and economy are a premium. In particular, they offer:
- Lower Prices: Priced for office catering volume, not luxury markups.
- On-Time & Reliable Delivery: Trusted daily by corporate clients.
- Flexible Setups: Works for bars, lofts, or outdoor spaces.
- Food Variety: Southern BBQ, tacos, Mediterranean spreads, and more.
- Clear Labeling: Vegan? Gluten-Free? No problem!
Cheap Wedding Catering NYC — Budget Packages
Restaurant caterers that power NYC’s office lunches are punctual, reliable, and affordable for weddings, too. These combos pair hearty mains with simple dessert add-ons for a wedding-friendly spread. Prices are per person; totals shown for 50 and 100 guests.
| Main Package | Price / person | Total for 50 | Total for 100 | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mighty Quinn’s Individual BBQ Rice Bowls | $15.95 | $797.50 | $1,595.00 | Bars without kitchens; tidy portions |
| Lean & Mean Build-Your-Own Taco Bar | $17.95 | $897.50 | $1,795.00 | Interactive DIY bar; parks & lofts |
| Southern Style BBQ Feast by littleURBAN | $17.00 | $850.00 | $1,700.00 | Classic buffet feel on a budget |
| The Chick Shop — Package #1 (Mezze Buffet) | $17.95 | $897.50 | $1,795.00 | Veg-friendly variety; non-traditional venues |
| Eat Street NYC — Individual Hot Entrée Meals | $17.00 | $850.00 | $1,700.00 | Zero-frills drop-off; seated layouts |
Budget-Friendly Wedding Desserts
Pair any of the above mains with an affordable sweet ending. Here are three wedding-ready dessert options available through CaterCow:
- Signature & Specialty Cookies — $6.00/pp. A crowd-pleasing classic that fits every theme.
- Dolce Brooklyn Gelato Cart — starting at ~$7.50/pp. Interactive and fun for summer weddings.
- Mini Dessert Shooter Cups — ~$6.50/pp. Elegant single-serve options for non-traditional venues.
CaterCow Delivers to Self-Catering Wedding Venues
CaterCow is used to delivering to high-security offices and medical facilities, so dropping off catering at your wedding venue should be simple and stress free. CaterCow delivers to:
- Bars that don’t serve food - Pair those drinks with tacos or BBQ.
- Parks & beaches: Focus on drop-off catering keeps things simple outdoors.
- Lofts & community spaces: Buffets and boxed meals fit anywhere.
The CaterCow Advantage
Unlike most catering sites, CaterCow curates restaurant caterers with wedding-friendly menus — giving you creative, reliable, and affordable food for your big day. Whether you want trays of barbecue, an interactive taco bar, or a Mediterranean buffet, you’ll spend less and still impress your guests.
Your wedding deserves more than pizza — but it doesn’t need a luxury price tag.
👉 Explore cheap wedding catering in NYC today with CaterCow and find the perfect menu for your celebration.
