FAQ’s

The answer depends on several factors. The average cost of full-service catering in DFW ranges from $35–$150+ per person depending on event type, service style, and what’s included. Corporate buffet lunches typically run $35–$55 per person; full-service wedding catering runs $65–$150+ per person.

However the real number depends on your format, headcount, neighborhood, and occasion. 

In Dallas, catering costs can range anywhere from a few hundred dollars for a small gathering to several thousand dollars for weddings, corporate events, and luxury celebrations.

Some factors that affect catering pricing include:

• Number of guests
• Menu complexity
• Buffet vs. plated service
• Staffing requirements
• Travel distance
• Specialty menu requests
• Setup and breakdown services

At Cuisine by Foodie Queens, our full-service packages include:

• white china
• silverware
• glassware
• napkins
• professional staff
• and complete setup and breakdown.

Separate charges:

• Travel fee
• Overtime charges for events that run past the contracted time
• 20% Gratuity
• Texas sales tax (8.25%)

Ask every caterer for an all-in quote that includes food, staff, equipment, china, linens, setup, breakdown, gratuity, and tax. Then compare total cost per person across the same guest count. A quote that appears 20% cheaper per person may cost the same or more once all add-ons are included.

Yes. Industry standard gratuity for catering in DFW is 18–22% of the pre-tax total. Some caterers include gratuity in their quote; others add it at invoicing. Always ask upfront: on a $10,000 event, that’s $1,800–$2,200 in gratuity alone.

Most caterers quote pre-tax prices. In Texas, catering services are subject to an 8.25% sales tax. Factor this into your total budget: on a $10,000 catering order, that’s an additional $825.

Contact us directly to discuss your event size and we’ll let you know what’s feasible. We cater events of various sizes across the DFW metroplex.