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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

Funeral catering lunch for 50-100 guests

  • Event date: 05 March 2022
  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Pretoria
  • Number of guests: 50–100
  • Which meals would you like catered?: Lunch
  • Would you like to have the meals served?: I want self-service
  • Would you like any additional services?: Plates and silverware, Tables and chairs, Tent
  • Price estimate: R55,000

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Spit braai catering for under 50 guests with plates and silverware

  • Event date: 18/06/2022
  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Oranjeville
  • Number of guests: Fewer than 50
  • Would you like any additional services?: Plates and silverware
  • Price estimate: R28,000

Spit braai catering for fewer than 50 guests

  • Event date: 6/03/2022
  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Edenvale
  • Number of guests: Fewer than 50
  • Would you like any additional services?: Plates and silverware
  • Price estimate: R18,000

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Spit braai catering for under 50 guests

  • Event date: March
  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Port Elizabeth
  • Number of guests: Fewer than 50
  • Price estimate: R18,000

I need a spit braai

Self-service party catering for 75 guests

  • Event date: 25/02/2022
  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Rustenburg
  • Number of guests: 50–100
  • Which meals would you like catered?: Finger food/sandwiches, Bar/drinks
  • Would you like to have the meals served?: I want self-service
  • Would you like any additional services?: Plates and silverware
  • Price estimate: R18,000

The service should be rendered at 13h00

Wedding catering for 50–100 guests

  • Event date: July 2022
  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Beaufort West
  • Number of guests: 50–100
  • Price estimate: R45,000

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Spit braai catering for under 50 guests

  • Event date: 2023-03-25
  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Bloemfontein
  • Number of guests: Fewer than 50
  • Price estimate: R15,000

I need a spit braai specialist

Corporate catering for 30 guests with coffee breaks and finger food

  • Event date: 30 oversea guest
  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Witbank area
  • Number of guests: Fewer than 50
  • Which meals would you like catered?: Coffee breaks, Finger food/sandwiches
  • Would you like to have the meals served?: I want self-service
  • Would you like any additional services?: Tables and chairs
  • Price estimate: R18,000

Salat Patato salad Noedel salad Weat salad Carrot salad Beetroot Brocolie and blomkool Mix salad Corn on a stick Breadtable with jam cheese butter Pudding Fruit salad Milktart Gemmerkoekie icecream pudding

Served funeral lunch for over 100 guests

  • Event date: 03/03/2022
  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Ennerdale
  • Number of guests: More than 100
  • Which meals would you like catered?: Lunch
  • Would you like to have the meals served?: I want the meals served
  • Price estimate: R65,000

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Wedding catering for over 100 guests

  • Event date: 27 march 2022
  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Athlone,cape town
  • Number of guests: More than 100
  • Price estimate: R85,000