The best caterers in Metro Manila

What began as a restaurant in 2015, serving up casual dining fare with shared plates and à la carte service, interestingly transitioned to a tasting menu catering endeavour for private parties. Founded by chef Lorenzo Pimentel and his brother Iñigo, Soil Private Diniing is now run by chef Lezo as he is fondly called by friends, and his wife Aila Asistores. Chef Lezo focuses on everything to do with the food and kitchen while Asistores, as managing partner, handles the business and service elements of Soil Private Dining.

“Soil Private Dining is a “cook-centric” in-home and personalised upscale dining experience. The team behind Soil does their best to support local community marketplaces where one may find fresh produce from various Philippine regions,” Pimentel elaborates.  

When booking Soil Private Dining to cater your parties and at-home dinners, the complete service is inclusive of styling (charger plates, napkins, centrepiece) which clients work with the team to create exactly the look they need. They also bring dinnerware from cutlery to plates, stemware and glassware, plus even cooking appliances for the kitchen. The menus are presented as existing options that clients can pick and choose from to curate what suits the occasion best, or you can start from scratch and work with chef Pimentel to create a totally bespoke menu. 

+63 976 000 0631

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Chele Catering, launched by acclaimed chef Chele González, brings his bespoke fine-dining vision to events with refined, restaurant-quality cuisine crafted for memorable occasions. It offers two distinct experiences: Chele Catering for sophisticated plated multi-course meals and elevated buffet or live-station service, and Deli by Chele Event Catering for more relaxed yet elegant options like grazing tables, artisanal sandwich bars, and themed buffets. The service is fully customisable and designed to translate high culinary artistry into any event setting, supported by an experienced team to ensure seamless execution

Txoko Etxea is the bespoke catering arm of Txoko Asador. Here, the team brings their house ethos beyond the restaurant, creating settings that feel welcoming, instinctive, and deeply personal. Guided by Basque traditions of hosting, each catering event is shaped to feel relaxed and familiar—more like a long table shared among loved ones than a programmed affair. The tone at Txoko catering services often feels effortless, as the team aims to create a relaxing setting for their guests, as they focus on crafting shared moments and foster genuine connection.

Josh Boutwood Catering offers tailored catering for events big and small, delivering the same exceptional food, seamless service, and attention to detail that define Chef Josh Boutwood’s restaurants. From intimate dinners and corporate functions to weddings and milestone celebrations, their team collaborates with clients to create custom menus that reflect each event’s vision and dietary needs. Catering options include outside food-only or food and beverage service, with personalised planning available upon inquiry.

Sunday Street is a proudly female-led catering concept by Jovy A. Tagle, Tara Alvarez, and Iyay Ignacio, focused on creating one-of-a-kind experiences built around good food and meaningful gatherings. Taking a collaborative, hands-on approach, the team handles everything from menu creation to table styling for seamless events of any scale. Their cooking leans Mediterranean, with influences from Middle Eastern, Italian, and Filipino cuisines, spotlighting local and seasonal ingredients reimagined in modern ways. From intimate celebrations to large events, Sunday Street delivers thoughtful, memorable hospitality.
 
 
 

Wolfgang’s Steakhouse Catering brings the luxury steakhouse experience to your event with a fully equipped mobile kitchen and customisable packages for private functions, from intimate home celebrations to office events. Their service features restaurant-quality cooking on-site — including their signature USDA Prime dry-aged steaks, and options like no-contact catering or premium setups tailored to your needs. Wolfgang’s handles everything from preparation to service logistics, ensuring upscale dining wherever you host your gathering.

Scratch (goods from Scratch on Instagram) is known for its detail-oriented bespoke catering spreads, savoury and sweet weekend brunch menu, and assortment of delightful baked goods. Founders Charlene Ng and Ralph Sy are known for authentic, handcrafted food with a focus on bread, sourdough, pastries, and hearty brunch items like meatballs and Turkish eggs. However, they shot to social media fame due to their stunning catering set-ups: tables dressed with bread in all shapes and sizes, peppered with dishes containing an array of flavoured butters, and quirkily designed (often multi-layered) presentations that contain both savoury and sweet concoctions. For those booking, do take note that Scratch is a catering service more primed to grazing tables and pica pica versus a plated course-by-course experience or a family-style feast. 

From corporate to home celebrations, The Plaza has got you covered. Founded by Jose Cruz Reyes (whose lola founded the iconic Aristocrat) and his wife Imelda Albano, this family-run empire is backed by seasoned experts who know the catering business inside and out. While The Plaza is celebrated for its ham and corned beef, you can also expect plated service or buffets with the ultimate comfort food.

+632 8890 8446 | info@theplazacatering.com

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La Tasca, owned by Marilou Senn, has been in the business since the 1970s, bringing heart-warming meals to Manila. Their catering arm emerged after the restaurant closed its doors. Ever since, it has been a staple in many of Manila's household's phonebooks for reliable, tasty and nostalgic meals. Known for Spanish cuisine, La Tasca is sought out for its paella, classic tapas and churros, to name a few. 

+632 8896 5543; +632 8897 6056

Asia’s Best Female Chef 2016 Margarita Forés’ is truly a master at her craft. Known for exquisite Italian food, fine Filipino fare and a penchant for uplifting the local dining scene, chef Forés is an industry veteran who continues to impress. Her outstanding catering services at Margarita Signature Caterer began in the 80s and is known for haute cuisine menus and home-style preparations too. From Italian to Filipino cuisine, you are to experience an event to remember, for chef Forés is hands-on, dedicated, and passionate about delivering only the best for her diners. The team even sets the table with Cibo di M’s signature style and can even have her notable flower arrangements to be centrepieces too. From food, styling, attentive service, and even set-up – you won’t have to worry about a thing!

+632 7729 0030; +63 917 629 8448

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The Moment Group (8cuts, Manam, Ooma) has their very own catering division and can create buffet spreads for any of your events, from children's parties to birthdays, private dinners and more. Their highly skilled team can attend to bespoke menu creation and will bring a full set up to take care of the buffet decor and tablescapes too. While you can choose iconic items from their well-loved brands, you can also request for brand new specialities from the group such as Euro-Mediterranean treats like seafood paella or refreshing tomato, feta, and basil skewers.

events@momentgroup.ph or 09190845479

Chef Happy Ongpauco Tiu is no stranger to the F&B world. With restaurants like Hawaiian BBQ, Pamana, Tsokolateria, Lèchon and more under her belt, she even found time to venture into retail with My Happy Home where you can find all the accoutrement for the tablespaces for your dreams. Her passion flourishes with her Private Dining by Happy Concept Group catering services, where she crafts sumptuous and beautiful events for people’s special moments, whether at home or on location. Themed menus from Moroccan, Spanish, Italian to French or Filipino come with matching buffet and table décor, which truly elevates the entire dining experience. Her well-trained and amiable staff are the cherry on top!

+6391 789 90461 | privatedining@happyconceptgroup.com

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Known for French bistro fare and pastries, Bizu also has an adept catering team that can bring your events to life. From custom floral arrangements to bespoke menus, Bizu has got you covered.

+6328 845 0590 | concierge@bizugroupe.com

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Another industry heavyweight is none other than chef Jessie Sincioco. Known for her time-tested restaurant Chef Jessie's, her catering services offer the same signature touch. You can order her restaurant's favourite menu items or have a bespoke menu designed for your events ranging from continental cuisine to traditional Filipino classics.

+632 8254 0229 | chefjessiesplace@chefjessie.com

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Raintree Hospitality restaurateurs are behind brands like Saboten, Providore, Chotto Matte, Jones All Day, The Coconut Club and more. They also have a fabulous catering arm that is sure to bring some oomph to your celebration. Choose from a variety of menus of different cuisines, or have them create a custom plan just for you, exactly the way you like it. The team will arrive at your location with a stunning set-up, can cook on the spot, and are all extremely well trained and attentive too. 

raintreehospitality.net/catering

For decades, Via Mare has served your treasured Filipino favourites. Helmed by Glenda Barretto, their catering services have made countless get-togethers utterly memorable. From weddings, birthdays, and family dinners to corporate events, Via Mare is ready to roll out the red carpet.

+632 8890 8090 | +632 8890 8023

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Chef Gilbert Pangilinan is the man behind Kai, Manila House, and Isogi. With Japanese as his speciality, you can expect gorgeous spreads of fresh sushi, sashimi, and all your favourite classic hits. If you are after innovative new flavours, fret not, for they can cook unique meals to suit your liking. Kai Catering can craft a multi-course sit-down menu or a buffet spread with dishes cooked à la minute. They can also bring chairs and a full set-up for your event.

+632 8551 4088; +63 917 869 4614

For your comfort food needs, look no further; Carlito’s Catering may be just what you need. From chicken teriyaki to a gorgeous baked salmon or Thai grilled pork with tamarind dip. This family business is run by true foodies who are determined to deliver you flavourful and memorable meals.

+639 1712 57264; +639 1761 54398

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