Questions to Ask Your Caterer

What type of food items do you recommend for my budget and the number of guests?

Do you provide linens? Is there an additional fee?

Do you supply glasses, plates, and silverware?

Is there a color selection?

Do you handle all rental equipment such as tables, chairs, serving pieces?

How much time do you need to set up?

Do you handle the clean up? Rental returns?

Will you personally handle and attend my recption? If not, what is the name fo the person who will?

Will you accomodate special dietary needs?

Do you provide bar service?

Are you licensed to serve alcohol?

Do you require a guaranteed number of guests?

Do you have insurance against food poisoning?

What is the last date I can give a final guest count?

Do you have a contract?

Are all charges stated in the contract?

What is the deposit to hold the date?

What is your refund or cancellation policy?

Is there an extra per person fee?

Will you prepare a food box for the bride and groom?


Good caterers are reserved months in advance. Start interviewing Corpus Christi Caterers as soon as possible.