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How much does party catering cost?

  • R100 – R300/person
    Braai/spit braai buffet
  • R200 – R200/person
    Platter menu
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Want to know how much party catering will cost you in South Africa?

We have examined the projects carried out by our Pros and a variety of other reputable sources and compiled a typical range of party catering prices.


Braai/spit braai buffet

  • R100 – R300/person

This is the price for a braai/spit braai warm buffet menu for one person (around 200g meat portion). The price depends on the chosen meat and side dishes. It typically consists of (spit) braaied cuts of lamb, beef, chicken, etc. On average, expect to be charged between R100/person and R300/person for a braai/spit braai buffet.

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Platter menu

  • R200 – R200/person

Catering platters are ideal for small banquets or meetings. Please check with the caterer regarding the contents of the platter. Prices depend on the type of food (for example, vegan platters are more expensive) and the provider. The price quoted is for a catering plate without drinks. The average cost of a platter menu is R200/person, or typically between R200/person and R200/person.

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Meat platter (serves 5 people)

  • R400 – R500

This is the price for a meat platter. The price primarily depends on the chosen meat, i.e. chicken, lamb. beef, etc. Beef platters and variety platters are typically the most expensive. For a meat platter, expect to pay between R400 and R500.

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Braai platter (serves 5 people)

  • R400 – R600

This is the price for a braai platter serving 5 people. The price depends primarily on the chosen meat cuts and seafood. It typically consists of mini chicken drumsticks, braaied lamb, mini boerewors rolls, different skewers, and accompanying side dishes and sauces. The average cost of a braai platter is R500, or typically between R400 and R600.

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Vegetarian platter (serves 5 people)

  • R400 – R400

This is the price for a vegetarian platter serving 5 people. The price depends on the chosen items. It typically consists of bite-sized quiche, varieties of vegetable and cheese skewers, falafel, samoosas, and other accompanying side dishes. The average cost is usually R400.

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Cheese platter (serves 5 people)

  • R400 – R400

This is the price for a cheese platter serving 5 people. The price depends on the chosen assortment. It typically consists of different varieties of cheeses (soft, semi firm, hard/aged), sliced baguette, bread sticks, and crackers, and nuts and fruit. The cost of a cheese platter typically runs from R400 to R400, averaging at R400.

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Fruit platter (serves 5 people)

  • R300 – R400

This is the price for a fruit platter serving 5 people. The price depends on the chosen assortment and typically consists of fresh seasonal fruit. The average cost is usually R300.

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Sweet platter (serves 5 people)

  • R300 – R400

This is the price for a sweet platter serving 5 people. The price depends on the chosen assortment and typically consists of bite-sized biscuits and cookies, sweets and small chocolates, dried and fresh fruit, chocolate covered fruits or nuts, etc. On average, expect to be charged between R300 and R400 for a sweet platter.

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Sandwich platter (serves 5 people)

  • R200 – R400

This is the price for a cocktail sandwich platter serving 5 people. The price depend on the chosen items. The platter typically consists of mini sandwiches with different fillings and toppings: egg mayonnaise, roasted meat, cheese and ham, tuna, chicken, etc. For a sandwich platter, expect to pay between R200 and R400.

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Recent jobs for party catering

Spit braai catering

  • Event date: Nov 2023
  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Bellville, Cape Town
  • Approx. number of guests: 200
  • Would you like any additional services?: Plates and silverware, Tables and chairs

Need serving tables, table cloths, Bain Marie.

Party catering

  • Event date: 24/09/2023
  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Krugersdorp
  • Approx. number of guests: 20
  • Which meals would you like catered?: Savoury and sweet platters, Braai/spit braai
  • Would you like to have the meals served?: I want self-service
  • Would you like any additional services?: Tent

Spit braai catering

  • Event date: 13th Dec 2023
  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Thornton
  • Approx. number of guests: 50
  • Would you like any additional services?: Plates and silverware, Tables and chairs

Would like a starter, a spit braai and desert. The dishing and crockery and cutlery. It is for my mom's 90th birthday. It will be at my brothers place in Thornton. We need the set up of buffet table and the main to be served.

Spit braai catering

  • Event date: 30 March 2023
  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Cape Town
  • Approx. number of guests: 80
  • Would you like any additional services?: Plates and silverware, Tables and chairs

Corporate catering

  • Event date: 15/09/2023
  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Middelburg, Mpumalanga
  • Approx. number of guests: 30
  • Which meals would you like catered?: Finger food/sandwiches
  • Would you like to have the meals served?: I want self-service
  • Would you like any additional services?: Plates and silverware

We are opening a store in Middelburg mall on Friday the 15th of September at Third Base Urban and would like 3 platters delivered at 8am on the day of the opening. Please advise if you offer halaal as i have 1 Halaal special dietary and 1 vegetarian.

Spit braai catering

  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Johannesburg
  • Approx. number of guests: 20

Spit braai catering

  • Event date: October 04 October 2023
  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: George
  • Approx. number of guests: 30
  • Would you like any additional services?: Plates and silverware

Halaal catering spit braai for swimming club in george

Spit braai catering

  • Event date: 19/12/2023
  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Uvongo
  • Approx. number of guests: 50
  • Would you like any additional services?: Plates and silverware, Tables and chairs

I want catering for 60th birthday. DJ, car guard, welcome drinks, platters, spit braai with salads and garlic bread

Party catering

  • Event date: 07/10/2023
  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Port Alfred
  • Approx. number of guests: 4
  • Which meals would you like catered?: Finger food/sandwiches, Savoury and sweet platters
  • Would you like to have the meals served?: I want the meals served

I would one fruit platter and one meat platter for 4 ladies. Please see attachment for ideas.

Spit braai catering

  • Event date: 07 October 2023
  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Southbroom, Margate
  • Approx. number of guests: 30
  • Would you like any additional services?: Plates and silverware

Spit braii with cutlery and crockery