For DC Event Planners

Find the perfect caterer for your next event

44 verified DC metro caterers, ready for your next event. Enter your email — we'll send you personalized matches within 24 hours. Free for event planners, always.

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29 vetted caterers
Quotes within 48h
44 verified DC caterers ready
Enter your email — we'll send you personalized matches within 24 hours. Free for planners, always.
✓ Free    ✓ 44 vetted caterers    ✓ Matches in 24h

Three steps to your perfect caterer

STEP 01

Browse caterers

Explore 29 vetted DC metro caterers by cuisine, capacity, price point, and dietary options. Filter by what matters for your event — from intimate dinners to 500-person galas.

STEP 02

Submit your event details

Tell us your event type, guest count, cuisine preferences, dietary requirements, budget, and date. Takes under 60 seconds. No account required to get started.

STEP 03

Get quotes within 48 hours

Caterers receive your full event details and respond directly through the platform. No phone tag, no lost emails. You handle everything in one place.

The DC catering marketplace built for planners

We recruited and vetted caterers before opening to planners. When you search, you're choosing from a curated network — not a Yelp dump. And you'll never pay a dime.

29
Vetted DC metro caterers
10%
Transparent caterer commission
$0
Cost to event planners, always
48h
Quote turnaround time

29 caterers ready for your next event

Browse the full directory with cuisine filters, price ranges, capacity, and dietary options. DC, Maryland, and Virginia coverage.

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Questions from event planners

How does pricing work? Is it really free for planners?

Yes — completely free for event planners. You pay nothing to browse caterers, submit your event, or receive quotes. CaterMatch charges caterers a 10% commission on booked events. That commission is disclosed to you upfront and is already factored into caterer quotes — no surprise markups.

What areas do you serve?

CaterMatch currently serves the DC metro area — Washington DC, Maryland (including Montgomery, Prince George's, and Howard Counties), and Northern Virginia (Fairfax, Arlington, Alexandria, and surrounding areas). All 29 caterers are vetted for this region. Browse the full directory to see specific coverage.

How fast do caterers respond?

Caterers are expected to respond within 48 hours of receiving your event details. You'll get an email notification when they respond — whether that's a quote, a request for more info, or a note on availability. Most caterers respond same-day for inquiries sent Monday–Friday.

Can I get quotes from multiple caterers at once?

Yes. After submitting your event details, you can send quote requests to multiple caterers from the matched results. Compare quotes side-by-side and choose the best fit. There's no limit on how many caterers you can contact for a single event.

Do I need to create an account?

No account is required to browse caterers or submit your event details. You'll provide your contact info when requesting quotes so caterers can respond directly. The entire process is designed to be as frictionless as possible.

What kind of events does CaterMatch cover?

Corporate events, board dinners, association galas, nonprofit fundraisers, government agency events, office lunches, weddings, private parties — if it needs catering in the DC metro area, CaterMatch covers it. Caterers on the platform range from $16 to $220 per person across all event sizes.

Your next event deserves a caterer who fits

Browse 29 vetted DC metro caterers, submit your event details in 60 seconds, and get quotes back within 48 hours. Free, every time.

No account required • 29 vetted caterers • Quotes within 48 hours