CHEF-OWNED • SCRATCH-MADE • FARM-TO-TABLEFarm-to-Table Catering for Raleigh Weddings, Corporate Events & Celebrations
Custom menus, locally sourced ingredients and meticulous service for weddings, corporate events, office lunches and special celebrations across Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Apex, Chapel Hill, Wake Forest, Johnston County and beyond.
Typical minimums begin at $750 for drop-off catering and $2,000 for full-service events.
Seasonal minimums and availability may apply.
Chef-Owned
Scratch-Made Menus
Dietary Accommodations
Full Bar Service
Landon Estate’s Caterer of Choice
Catering That Tastes Like It Was Made for Your Event
Under the Oak Catering creates memorable dining experiences with locally sourced ingredients, scratch-made recipes and menus designed around each event.
From plated wedding dinners and chef-attended stations to executive lunches and effortless drop-off catering, our team brings together outstanding food, polished service and careful attention to every detail.
Because our food is prepared from scratch whenever possible, we can personalize menus, incorporate cultural traditions and accommodate most dietary restrictions without treating anyone’s meal like an afterthought.
Catering Services for Every Kind of Gathering
Whether you are planning a wedding, organizing an important company event or gathering friends and family for a celebration, Under the Oak can build the menu and service experience around your occasion.
Wedding Catering
Give your guests a meal they will remember long after the last dance.
Under the Oak offers plated dinners, buffets, family-style service, chef-attended stations, passed hors d’oeuvres, house-made charcuterie, bar packages and custom cultural menus for weddings throughout Raleigh and the surrounding region.
From your tasting through the final plate, our team helps you create a menu that fits your venue, vision and guests.
Corporate & Office Catering
Serve something better than another forgettable boxed lunch.
We cater company meetings, trainings, conferences, client events, employee appreciation meals, grand openings, holiday parties and recurring weekday lunches.
Choose convenient delivery and drop-off catering or let our full-service team handle the food, staffing, setup, bar and cleanup for your event.
Private Events & Celebrations
Bring restaurant-quality food and attentive service to your next gathering.
Under the Oak caters birthdays, anniversaries, engagement parties, showers, galas, reunions, fundraisers and milestone celebrations throughout the Triangle and Johnston County.
We will help you select the right service style, menu and staffing for the atmosphere you want to create.
Our Services
One Catering Team. Multiple Ways to Serve.
Full-Service Catering
A complete catering experience that can include menu planning, culinary staff, servers, bartenders, setup, service and cleanup.
Ideal for weddings, galas, holiday parties, formal corporate events and large celebrations.
Indian & Cultural Menus
Celebrate your traditions with a menu that feels personal.
Under the Oak offers custom cultural menus, including scratch-made Indian cuisine that combines authentic flavors with contemporary presentation. Our chefs can work with you to build a menu that respects family traditions while fitting the style of your event.
Drop-Off & Office Catering
Fresh, thoughtfully prepared catering delivered for meetings, office lunches, team celebrations and more casual gatherings.
Drop-off catering typically begins at $750 and is available based on date, location and menu selection.
Bar Services
Keep food and beverage service under one experienced team. Also available as a stand alone service.
Choose from beer and wine service, full-liquor packages, specialty cocktails, signature mocktails, professional bartenders and complete bar setups.
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Proud Caterer of Choice for Landon Estate
Planning a wedding or celebration at Landon Estate?
Under the Oak Catering is one of the venue’s featured catering options. Couples can receive a customized Under the Oak proposal, including access to venue-exclusive Open Fire menu selections.
Our familiarity with the property, event flow and venue team allows us to create a more seamless experience from menu planning through the final course.
Venue-exclusive Open Fire menu available
Landon Estate
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The Maxwell
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Merrimon Wynn
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Bradford
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Historic Wakefield Barn
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Carolina Grove
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Carolina Manor House
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Heights House Hotel
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The Cornealius Properties
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The Oaks at Salem
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Many More Venues!
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Landon Estate 〰️ The Maxwell 〰️ Merrimon Wynn 〰️ Bradford 〰️ Historic Wakefield Barn 〰️ Carolina Grove 〰️ Carolina Manor House 〰️ Heights House Hotel 〰️ The Cornealius Properties 〰️ The Oaks at Salem 〰️ Many More Venues! 〰️
Trusted by Leading Wedding and Event Venues
We are proud to work alongside some of the Triangle’s most respected wedding venues, event spaces and planning professionals.
Our venue partnerships allow us to better understand each property’s layout, service requirements and event flow, helping create a smoother planning experience and more seamless service on the day of your event.
Why Under the Oak Catering?
Scratch-Made Whenever Possible
Our chefs prioritize fresh preparation over premade, mass-produced food, creating dishes with better flavor and greater flexibility.
Locally Sourced Ingredients
We work with North Carolina farms, producers and suppliers whenever possible to incorporate fresh, seasonal ingredients into our menus.
Custom Menus
Your event does not have to fit inside a one-size-fits-all package. We can personalize dishes, service styles and cuisines around your priorities.
Dietary Accommodations
Our scratch-made approach allows us to accommodate most allergies and dietary restrictions when requirements are communicated during the planning process.
Food and Bar Under One Team
Simplify planning by coordinating catering, bartending and beverage service through one experienced event team.
Meticulous Service
From setup through cleanup, our culinary and service teams focus on presentation, timing, hospitality and the small details your guests notice.
Service Area
Catering Across Raleigh, the Triangle and Johnston County
Under the Oak Catering serves events within a 75-mile radius of Smithfield with no standard travel fee.
Our regular service area includes:
Raleigh • Wake Forest • Durham • Cary • Apex • Chapel Hill • Clayton • Smithfield • Garner • Goldsboro • Holly Springs • Fuquay-Varina • Knightdale • Wilson • Fayetteville
Planning an event outside this area? Contact us to discuss the location, guest count and availability.
Reviews
The Food Your Guests Keep Talking About
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“Lara went above and beyond helping us make sure our day went smoothly and was a delight to work with. Thank you, Under the Oak, for helping make our wedding day so unforgettable!”
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“The amount of compliments we have received over how delicious our wedding food was is insane! Our guests are still raving about it!“
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“Best Caterer hands down! Love that they are farm to table. Easy to work with and professional. We had so many compliments on the food for our daughter’s wedding”
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“Under the Oak was amazing!! We were recommended to them from our venue and decided to schedule a tasting. The tasting was so well done and the staff was professional and we immediately loved the food.”
Get a Proposal
We’re so excited to help make your event unforgettable!
To ensure we deliver the highest quality experience, we do have seasonal food and beverage minimums for our full-service events (before tax, labor, and service fees).
Submit an inquiry today and let’s start planing the perfect menu!
Smithfield Office Hours:
Tuesday-Friday 9am-5pm
sales@undertheoakcatering.com
(919) 205-1098
Food Photos: Stacey Sprenz Photography
Raleigh Catering Questions
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Under the Oak caters weddings, corporate events, office lunches, holiday parties, conferences, employee appreciation events, birthdays, anniversaries, showers, galas, fundraisers and other private celebrations. Both full-service and drop-off options are available.
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Under the Oak Catering serves locations within approximately 75 miles of Smithfield, North Carolina, without a standard travel fee. This includes Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Apex, Chapel Hill, Wake Forest, Clayton, Garner, Goldsboro, Fayetteville and many surrounding communities. Events outside the standard service area may be available upon request.
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Drop-off catering typically begins at a $750 food and beverage minimum. Full-service events typically begin at a $2,000 food and beverage minimum before tax, labor and service charges. Minimums can vary by season, date, location and availability.
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Yes. Because Under the Oak Catering prepares our food from scratch whenever possible, we can accommodate dietary restrictions and food allergies. Please provide complete dietary information early in the planning process so our culinary team can recommend appropriate options.
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Yes. We offer a dedicated Indian menu. Our team can collaborate with you to incorporate cultural traditions and favorite dishes into your event.
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Yes. Under the Oak Catering is a caterer of choice for Landon Estate and offers customized catering proposals for its weddings and events, including venue-exclusive Open Fire menu options.
Let’s Create a Menu Your Guests Will Remember
Tell us about your date, venue and vision. We will help you determine the best menu, service style and next steps for your event.