Are you insured?
We are fully insured for up to two million dollars.

Do you provide tastings?
Yes, our Chef is happy to prepare a selection of menu items for your enjoyment when you come in to plan your event. Since we do not keep premium or non-seasonal ingredients on-hand for tastings, we must usually shop locally for ingredients at retail stores. To off-set some of our out-of-pocket expenses, we charge $35 per person for tastings. If you sign a contract with us, we will deduct 100% of the tasting charges from your balance due.

Can I make up my own menu?
Absolutely! We love to help you create a special menu just for you!

Can you provide for vegetarian and special dietary needs?
We have wide variety of vegetarian, vegan and other special needs menu items. When we meet to plan your event, we will discuss your dietary needs and suggest a menu that will be suitable for you and your guests. Please tell us if we need to consider food allergies.

How far in advance should I reserve my date?
Wedding receptions typically book 4-12 months in advance. Corporate events usually have a shorter lead time. We suggest reserving your date as soon as it is confirmed. Summer weekends and all dates in December fill very quickly.

Can you provide rental items for my event?
Yes. Not only can we arrange for the rental of the usual party items such as tables, chairs, linens, china, glassware and silverware, but we also have access to fine china, crystal, and specialty linens. We can also arrange for larger items such as canopies, stages and dance floors. We rent them for you without a markup.

Do you provide wine or liquor?
While Come to the Table is not licensed to sell alcohol, we have working relationships with local establishements and can connect our clients to the vendor who will be best meet their needs.

Do you provide bartenders and servers?
Yes. Our bartenders and servers are trained, professional, and just plain nice! As a general rule, you need to allow one bartender per 100 guests for beer and wine bars and one bartender per 50 guests for full bar service.

Do your servers wear uniforms?
Our trained, professional staff are attired either in black and white uniforms or in all black uniforms with black bistro aprons. They are professional, neat, and always ready to help!

Do you charge extra to cut the wedding cake?
Yes, we have to dedicate a staff person for this, so we need to bring in more help, but it is well worth it.

Do you setup and cleanup?
We will dress and set the tables, clear the tables, and clean the service/kitchen area, leaving it as we have found it. If you wish us to set up and breakdown the tables and chairs there is an additional fee.

Besides the cost of food, what charges can I expect for a catered event?
When we provide your personalized proposal, we list of all of our estimated charges in order to provide you with a complete proposal. In addition to the package per person price, we include the following in each proposal: rental upgrades or additions (that we obtain on your behalf), labor charges for service staff, and sales tax.

What does the service fee cover?
The catering fee offsets labor and administration costs such as dishwashing, packing for your event, shopping for food, clean up, site visits, working with rental companies, etc. The catering fee is not a gratuity and is subject to state and local tax laws.

Is a gratuity included in your bill?
Gratuities are not itemized in the bill (unless directed to do so by the client), nor are they required. They are, however, graciously accepted by our staff for a job well done.

What is your "Drop Off" service?
We bring a buffet to you, set it up and return later to pick up non-disposable serving items. There are no servers. A delivery & pick-up fee is charged. This option works best for informal corporate events and informal parties of less than 30 people. Delivery/pickup charges without staff begin at $25 for the Mid-Misouri area. Outside our area or after office hours, there will be an additional 18% service fee.

Do you provide paper goods, china, linens, or chafing dishes for drop offs?
For drop offs, we include quality paper plates and plastic eating utensils. We also provide any necessary chaffing dishes. If you prefer china and silverware, we will be happy to make arrangements, however these items require that our staff be present at your event.

How can I compare quotes from two different caterers?
In the catering industry there are a variety of ways to present a bid to a client. For example, some caterers include only the price of food in the per person cost, others include food and service, others include linens and/or china in the per person charge. It is important when comparing bids from two or more companies that pricing for all of the necessary items are included in both quotes for an accurate comparison. Be sure to ask what is included in the bid, how they determine the amount of food, what happens with leftovers, can they provide beverages for before or after the meal, etc.

Do you require a deposit?
Yes, that is really the only way to do business nowadays. We require a non-refundable initial payment of $150 to hold the date and start the process. Two weeks before the event we require another nonrefundable payment of half the balance then the payment of the balance must be made at least a week before the event.

What is your average price per person?
That depends on many factors, such as the specific menu you choose, service style, staff needs, hours on-site, rentals, and set up and break down and start at approximately $15 per person for full-service dinner buffet. 

How far will you Travel?
We happily serve all of the Mid-Missouri, and we have traveled as far as St. Louis and southwest Missouri for larger events.