Business Details
34 Years
experience
Award-Winning Catering Services in Madison, WI
For over three decades, Blue Plate Catering has established itself as Madison's premier award-winning catering partner, delivering exceptional culinary experiences for weddings, corporate events, and social gatherings. Since 1992, we've combined locally sourced ingredients with comprehensive event management services, offering full-service catering, rental solutions, and bar services. Our team of experienced professionals specializes in creating customized menus, coordinating logistics, and providing seamless event execution.With a proven track record of over 1,000 events annually and consistent 'Best of Madison' recognition since 2005, we prioritize fresh, sustainable cuisine and personalized service. Our commitment to excellence extends beyond food to include venue coordination, dietary accommodations, and equipment rentals, ensuring every event reflects our clients' unique vision while maintaining the highest standards of quality and service.
Services
Weddings
Corporate Events
Bar Service
Event Rentals
Event Planning
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of locally owned Madison catering expertise
- Full-service event planning and execution specialists
- Fresh, locally sourced ingredients for every menu item
- Comprehensive rental inventory including tables, linens, and glassware
- Award-winning track record with 'Best of Madison' recognition
What people say
Phenomenal food
Professional staff
Seamless planning
Dietary accommodations
Timely service
Services
Wedding Catering
Blue Plate Catering specializes in creating unforgettable wedding dining experiences. Our expert team coordinates every detail from custom menu creation to full event execution. With 30+ years of experience, we offer tasting sessions, dietary accommodations, and venue coordination for weddings of all sizes. Our comprehensive service includes staff, rentals, and late-night snack options, ensuring couples can focus on celebrating while we handle the details.
Corporate Catering
We provide premium catering solutions for corporate functions ranging from small meetings to large galas. Our services include menu customization, event planning, and full-service execution with options for buffet, plated, or interactive dining experiences. Clients benefit from our extensive experience working with Madison businesses and venues, ensuring professional presentation and exceptional service that enhances any corporate occasion.
Bar Service
Blue Plate offers comprehensive bar services featuring customized drink packages for any event type. Our certified bartenders serve premium liquors, wines, and specialty cocktails with proper licensing and liability coverage. We provide glassware rentals, custom drink menus, and bar setup that complements your event's theme while ensuring responsible service throughout the celebration.
Event Rentals
Our extensive rental inventory includes tables, chairs, linens, china, and specialty items to complete any event. We offer matching dinnerware sets, premium bar glassware, and tent solutions for outdoor venues. All rental items are available in coordination with catering services, ensuring seamless delivery and setup for your convenience.
Catering Consultation
Our expert catering consultants guide clients through every decision from initial concept to event day execution. This includes personalized menu development, tasting sessions, dietary accommodation planning, and budget management. Our specialists provide venue recommendations, timeline coordination, and customized service packages tailored to each client's specific needs and preferences.
People
David Porto
Event Coordinator
With over 15 years in the catering industry, David specializes in wedding coordination and client relations. He oversees menu customization and ensures seamless event execution.
Gary Breedlove
Senior Catering Director
A Madison catering veteran with 25+ years experience, Gary manages large-scale events and maintains quality control across all services.
Questions
What types of events do you cater?
We handle weddings, corporate events, social gatherings, holiday parties, and special occasions of all sizes in Madison and surrounding areas.
Can you accommodate dietary restrictions?
Yes, we offer vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and allergy-friendly options with advance notice while maintaining exceptional flavor quality.
Do you provide rental equipment?
Yes, we offer tables, chairs, linens, dinnerware, tents, and specialty items for rent when coordinating catering services.
How far in advance should I book?
We recommend contacting us 6-12 months ahead for weddings, with shorter notice possible for smaller events based on availability.
Do you work with outside venues?
Yes, we cater events at any location including private homes, banquet halls, and outdoor spaces throughout the Madison area.
Reviews (4)
Tina Rennells
Nov 22, 2021
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Blue plate catering is 100% the best catering out there for events and occasions. They provided catering for our wedding in October! We did not have to worry about anything. They provided service so well. The staff were friendly and helpful. Set up and tear down was fast and efficient. Hands down awesome service! They also did all of our bartending and provided drink specials! Thank you so much for being a huge part of our day! Our guests did not go hungry.
Stirling Mitchell
Oct 31, 2021
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The Blue Plate Catering staff went above and beyond expectations. Due to my spouse having a health scare earlier in the year, David from Blue Plate was able to provide us with nutritional facts for the food we ordered. At the event, the staff went around to each table and made sure all of our guests were satisfied and asked if they need anything (more food, beverages from our bar service, napkins, etc.). They also took charge and broke down tables and chairs to create space for the dance portion of the reception. Not to mention the food was amazing and exactly what we wanted!
Aura W.
Sep 22, 2021
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David and the whole Blue Plate team are truly the best! They were so wonderful and easy to work with. We used them two separate times for our re-re-planned weddings, and they stuck with us through it all. I am so grateful to them for being so generous and accommodating over the past year. I HIGHLY recommend Blue Plate catering for any event. The food is to die for, and the service is just exceptional.
Lyndsey R.
Nov 02, 2020
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Ashley and the team at Blue Plate Catering were wonderful to work with. We had a last minute change of wedding plans due to the pandemic and it was so nice not having to worry about anything related to the food! Everything was delicious and the whole team went above and beyond to make our day special and safe.
