A 150-guest wedding, a funeral luncheon and a Tuesday office lunch all call for a different kind of caterer. The caterers in Philadelphia below hold more than 1,200 Google reviews between them, with ratings from 4.7 to a perfect 5.0, so the real choice is the style of service: full-service events, delivered meals or a food truck.
Short answer: Jeffrey A. Miller Hospitality Group & Catering has the most Google reviews here (4.7 from more than 700), mostly from weddings at the venues it works with. For full-service and drop-off catering, 12th Street Catering holds 4.7 from more than 220 reviews, and Miles Table Catering is a 5.0 for breakfast and lunch orders. Jerry’s Kitchen brings a food truck to events.
#1 Overall🕑 Open 7 days
Jeffrey A. Miller Hospitality Group & Catering
4.7★★★★★703 Google reviews
Jeffrey A. Miller Hospitality Group, known as JAM, is a catering and events company with an office on Locust Street in Philadelphia. Its site says it is the exclusive event partner at seventeen venues and describes handmade cuisine for events across Philadelphia, Bucks County, Chester and Montgomery counties and New Jersey. Google lists it as a caterer and event planner as well as a wedding venue.
What people praise
- Wedding reviewers praise coordinators who handled vendors and small details
- Food is described as excellent and a hit with guests
- Reviewers mention tasting events where couples can try menu items
- One reviewer says the company supplied servers, bartenders and place settings
Worth knowing
- Reviews center on weddings at its partner venues, so it fits full-service events better than a simple office drop-off
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Rating breakdown91% 5-star
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Our take: The most Google reviews on this page and a strong record for weddings. If you want a venue and a caterer from one team, start here.
📍1530 Locust St, Philadelphia, PA 19102
#2🕑 Open 5 days/wk
12th Street Catering
4.7★★★★★227 Google reviews
12th Street Catering is a full-service caterer on Spring Garden Street in Philadelphia. Its site says it has served the region since 1982 and offers full-service events, weddings and delivered catering. Reviewers describe jobs ranging from a drop-off lunch to a funeral luncheon for more than 80 guests and a wedding of about 150.
What people praise
- Event coordinators are praised for quick, clear communication
- Drop-off orders arrive on time and are set up neatly
- Staff ran an 80-plus-guest luncheon from setup through cleanup
- A wedding reviewer praised the food stations and passed hors d'oeuvres
Worth knowing
- One reviewer who ordered picnic meals wished there had been a gluten-free dessert option
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Rating breakdown89% 5-star
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Our take: A versatile pick when you might need a drop-off lunch one month and a full-service event the next. The range of occasions in its reviews is wider than most.
📍3312-20 Spring Garden St, Philadelphia, PA 19104
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#3🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews
Miles Table Catering
5.0★★★★★126 Google reviews
Miles Table Catering focuses on breakfast and lunch catering for offices and gatherings, from its base on Dudley Street in Philadelphia. Its site describes flexible packages and on-time delivery, and lists several locations, including The Bok Building, where one reviewer held a private party. Google also lists it as a box lunch supplier.
What people praise
- Reviewers say deliveries arrive on time, including on short notice
- A repeat customer calls the food excellent and the prices fair
- A department event organizer praised the setup and presentation
- Staff went out of their way at a private party, even buying birthday candles
Worth knowing
- Built around breakfast and lunch menus rather than formal dinner service
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Rating breakdown99% 5-star
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Our take: A 5.0 rating on more than 120 reviews, and a natural fit for office meetings, school events and daytime parties.
📍821 Dudley St, Philadelphia, PA 19148
#4🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews
Jerry’s Kitchen
4.8★★★★★125 Google reviews
Jerry’s Kitchen is a food truck caterer based on Arch Street in Philadelphia, and Google also lists it as an American restaurant with vegan and vegetarian types. Reviewers hired the truck for a firm's field day, a CPA firm's lunch, a service-anniversary event for more than 100 people and a child's first birthday party.
What people praise
- Reviewers describe the truck as punctual and the staff as friendly
- Last-minute bookings were accommodated, according to one reviewer
- A group event of up to 150 people ran smoothly, one organizer says
- Menu items arrived as described, and one reviewer singled out the mac and cheese
Worth knowing
- A truck suits outdoor and casual events, so ask about a weather plan. One birthday party was rained on, and the staff quickly prepared trays to carry inside
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Rating breakdown91% 5-star
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Our take: A fun, flexible choice for company lunches and casual parties, with a solid record on responsiveness.
📍3225 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19104
#5🕑 Open 5 days/wk
Philadelphia Catering Company
5.0★★★★★99 Google reviews
Philadelphia Catering Company is a caterer on South 26th Street in Philadelphia. Reviewers describe delivered and set-up catering for work events, including a graduation event for about 70 guests, a squash tournament with more than 500 students and staff, and regular corporate orders. Several name coordinators who planned the details ahead of the event.
What people praise
- Deliveries arrive on time and food arrives hot, according to reviewers
- Staff set up neatly and return to collect their equipment
- Reviewers praise coordinators who stayed in regular contact before the event
- A repeat customer calls it a go-to for major work events
Worth knowing
- One reviewer said serving staff was an added cost and had expected it to be included
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Rating breakdown99% 5-star
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Our take: A 5.0 rating on more than 90 reviews and a clear specialty in large work and school events. Ask what staffing your quote includes.
📍2019 S 26th St, Philadelphia, PA 19145
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What drives catering prices
Prices aren’t listed for these caterers, and a quote depends on guest count, menu, whether you want drop-off or full service, and the venue. One reviewer noted that serving staff was an added cost beyond the food, so ask for a quote that spells out staffing, delivery, setup and pickup of equipment.
Serving Philadelphia events
These caterers are based in Philadelphia, on streets including Locust, Spring Garden, Dudley, Arch and South 26th. JAM’s site also names Bucks County, Chester and Montgomery counties and New Jersey. Looking for a caterer near me? Each listing shows a phone number and directions.
Questions to ask before you book
- Is serving staff included, or priced separately?
- Do you offer a tasting before I commit?
- What does delivery, setup and equipment pickup cost?
- Can you handle dietary needs such as gluten-free or vegetarian menus?
- How much notice do you need, and can you take a short-notice order?
Frequently asked questions
Which Philadelphia caterer also offers wedding venues?
Jeffrey A. Miller Hospitality Group & Catering. Its site says it is the exclusive event partner at seventeen venues, and its wedding reviews mention Aldie Mansion, Bishop Farmstead, Waterloo Village and Tyler Arboretum.
Who handles drop-off catering for an office lunch?
Miles Table Catering focuses on breakfast and lunch orders, and reviewers describe on-time delivery. 12th Street Catering offers delivered catering, and Philadelphia Catering Company reviewers describe on-time deliveries for work events.
Is there a food-truck option for a party or company event?
Yes, Jerry’s Kitchen. Reviewers hired its truck for a field day, a company lunch and a first birthday party, and one organizer served up to 150 guests.
Does the quote include servers?
It depends on the caterer. One reviewer of Philadelphia Catering Company said serving staff cost extra, while a JAM wedding reviewer said the company provided servers and bartenders. Ask for staffing in writing.
Choosing your caterer
JAM is the safe default for weddings on review volume, 12th Street suits a mix of drop-off and full-service events, and Miles Table fits daytime office orders. Confirm what staffing and delivery your quote includes before you pay a deposit.
