Planning a wedding? Birthday party? Celebrating your retirement? Whatever big event you have coming up, one of the major keys to success is good catering. From traditional Hawaiian fare like kalua pig and lomi salmon to kid-friendly options like chicken tenders, the best catering companies in Hawaii will make your event a success.
Among the Hawaiian food restaurants, Highway Inn is an old favorite. They cater with their standard delicious fare such as kalua pig, lomi salmon and lau lau. It doesn’t get much better when it comes to traditional Hawaiian food, which is increasingly hard to find as the years go by. But you can depend on Highway Inn to stay loyal to their delicious roots.
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If you are looking for elegant, seek out Gourmet Events. They cater for weddings, private events and work events. Not only do they offer standard catering, according to their website they also offer unique services such as food/wine pairing and cooking experiences. Also, check out their blog for excellent curated tips for your next party.
Found in an industrial area of Honolulu, this restaurant is a magnet for quick and local food, which is why they are on our list of best caterers. The pans of shoyu pork and andagi turn heads and satisfies stomachs. You will know when Ige’s is in the area because the fragrance of the food wafts down the hall to waiting party goers.
Known for their delicious garlic chicken, Sugoi is a familiar name when attending parties. Their service puts them over the top since their food is already well talked about. You can order by the pan, per piece or choose your items within one of their preset menus. If you would like to try their local-style food first, visit their store in a small strip mall in Honolulu.
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Gorgeous setup and presentation, not to mention the food. That is Outrageous Gourmet. The Chef will work with you to craft the perfect menu for your event. Whether you desire surf, turf, lamb or kid-friendly items, the Chef has many options to choose from, even creating custom menus. Your eyes and taste buds will delight with the perfection.
This small shop sells their local flavored butters in stores across Hawaii. As far as catering, their authentic local food will be a hit. See them about catering birthday or family parties. Both of their locations are convenient for catering delivery.
Aloha Mondays is best known for the rotating weekly menu at their Hilo shop. They use the freshest ingredients and offer diverse flavors and menu items. The catering menu is established with the party host. The chef can cook up Southern, local, Asian Fusion menus. With this much to choose from, you should not want for any flavor profile at your party.
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Colorful. Local. Variety. The Beast & Spoon offers all. They infuse their expertise into local ingredients to create a wonder for your mouth. Offering everything from kalua pork to brunch items. Their meals are the ones that you post on social media because they’re so beautiful. Their food is what you talk about ever after.
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Though this next caterer does not offer food, they offer the fun. Operating as a “mobile bartending service,” according to their website, Maui Bars Are Us bring the booze to the party. They bring the fun as well.
This caterer takes traditional local food items, such as spam musubi and dresses them up. Their large selection will provide more than enough options. Fried noodles tempered with roasted asparagus and vegetarian summer rolls will leave you satiated without the guilt. They also offer children’s selections for an all-around party.