Food & DrinkThe average couple spends $80 per person on wedding catering in 2026 — but the true all-in cost, once service charges, gratuity, and bar service are added, lands closer to $110–$140. Here is every number you need to budget with confidence.
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Food & DrinkPlated dinners average $80–$150 per person; buffets run $50–$90. But cost is only one variable. Formality, venue logistics, guest count, and the atmosphere you want to create all point toward different answers. Here is everything you need to make this decision with confidence.
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Food & DrinkFood is the most visceral memory guests carry home from a wedding. This guide covers every catering decision — service style, menu planning, tastings, contracts, cultural traditions, and realistic per-person costs for 2026.
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