Turn Any Austin Restaurant Into Your Caterer

Why limit your menu to traditional caterers? With Austin's Elite Catering Pick-Up & Food Service, you can serve your guests food from your favorite restaurant - BBQ from Franklin, tacos from your neighborhood spot, or cuisine from that special place that means something to you - all professionally presented and served.

We have proudly provided catering pick-up & food services at venues including Brazos County Expo Center, Austin Tech Center, Briscoe Center for American History, Julian Gold, and Doyle House at Symphony Square, among many others across Austin.

Our staff arrives at your chosen food provider at least 2 hours before service time, equipped with professional hot and cold food transportation boxes and ice. We handle everything from pickup to plating to cleanup, so you can focus on your guests.

What's Included

Catering Pick-Up:

Professional food transportation (hot boxes, cold boxes, ice included)
Coordination with your chosen restaurant or food provider
Safe, temperature-controlled transport to your venue
Arrival 2+ hours before service for seamless setup

Full Food Service:

Complete buffet line setup and styling
Food preparation and plating
Appetizer timing and passed hors d'oeuvres
Dinner service management
Buffet line maintenance throughout the event
Cake cutting and dessert service
Leftover packaging and transfer
Complete breakdown and rental sorting

Why Choose Restaurant Catering?

Traditional caterers mark up food costs and limit your menu options. With our service:

No food markup - You pay the restaurant directly
Unlimited options - Any restaurant becomes your caterer
Personal meaning - Serve food from places that matter to you
Dietary flexibility - Mix and match from multiple restaurants
Professional service - Same quality as any high-end caterer

Whether it's a wedding reception featuring your first-date restaurant, a corporate event with Austin's best BBQ, or a private party with your grandmother's favorite bakery's desserts - we make it happen with professional polish.

Our Service Options

Buffet Service

Our team sets up and maintains a beautiful buffet presentation, keeping food fresh, stocked, and at proper temperatures throughout your event. We handle all the details so guests enjoy a seamless dining experience.

Plated Service

For a more formal affair, our staff plates and serves each course with precision and care. From appetizers to dessert, we ensure every guest receives attentive, professional table service.

Passed Appetizers

Keep your cocktail hour lively with elegantly presented passed hors d'oeuvres. Our servers circulate throughout your event, ensuring every guest is offered delicious bites at the perfect pace.

Food Stations

Create an interactive dining experience with themed food stations. From taco bars to carving stations, our attendants keep each station fresh, organized, and guest-ready throughout the event.

What Our Clients Say

Ready to Plan Your Custom Catering?

Stop limiting your menu to traditional caterers. With Austin's Elite Catering Pick-Up & Food Service, you can serve food from any Austin restaurant - professionally presented and served by our experienced team. Contact us today to discuss your event and create a custom catering plan that's uniquely yours!