{
 "path": "/vendors/dr-catering/",
 "title": "DR Catering prices: from $28 per person. Caterer in Union, NJ, how to book",
 "updated": "2026-11-13",
 "name": "DR Catering",
 "url": "https://index.therunup.ai/vendors/dr-catering/",
 "website": "https://drcatering.com/",
 "category": "caterers",
 "areas": [
  "bronx",
  "brooklyn",
  "central-jersey",
  "manhattan",
  "north-jersey",
  "queens",
  "staten-island"
 ],
 "price_from_usd": 28.5,
 "score": 33,
 "runs_on_the_runup": false,
 "checked": "2026-11-13",
 "facts": {
  "areas_served": {
   "value": [
    "Union, NJ",
    "all five boroughs of New York City",
    "Bergen County",
    "Essex County",
    "Hudson County",
    "Morris County",
    "Passaic County",
    "Hackensack",
    "Paramus",
    "Berkeley Heights"
   ],
   "source": "https://drcatering.com/other-party-services/",
   "quote": "We proudly deliver fullservice catering to all five boroughs of New York City, as well as Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Morris, and Passaic counties, including Hackensack, Paramus, and Berkeley Heights.",
   "checked": "2026-11-13"
  },
  "booking_lead_time": {
   "value": "Book at least two to four weeks in advance; shorter notice possible for platters and express orders.",
   "source": "https://drcatering.com/menu/",
   "quote": "we recommend booking at least two to four weeks in advance",
   "checked": "2026-11-13"
  },
  "cancellation_policy": {
   "value": "Orders cancelled within 36 hours of the event start are subject to a 50% cancellation fee.",
   "source": "https://drcatering.com/stat/cache/files/corporate-menu_v1.pdf",
   "quote": "Orders cancelled within 36 hours of the event start time Will be subject to a 50%\ncancellation fee.",
   "checked": "2026-11-13"
  },
  "contact_methods": {
   "value": [
    "phone",
    "email"
   ],
   "source": "https://drcatering.com/menu/",
   "quote": "[phone]\n[email]",
   "checked": "2026-11-13"
  },
  "cuisines": {
   "value": [
    "American",
    "Fusion",
    "Indian",
    "Italian",
    "Mexican"
   ],
   "source": "https://drcatering.com/catering-services/",
   "quote": "Menu Options\nAmerican\nCustomized Menus\nFusion\nIndian\nItalian\nMexican",
   "checked": "2026-11-13"
  },
  "deposit": {
   "value": "A valid credit card is required as a deposit for all orders.",
   "source": "https://drcatering.com/stat/cache/files/corporate-menu_v1.pdf",
   "quote": "A valid credit card is necessary for all orders placed\nas a deposit.",
   "checked": "2026-11-13"
  },
  "does_private_events": {
   "value": true,
   "source": "https://drcatering.com/",
   "quote": "Whether you’re organizing a wedding reception, milestone birthday, or community gathering, we focus on creating an environment where hosts can relax and enjoy the moment with their guests.",
   "checked": "2026-11-13"
  },
  "event_types": {
   "value": [
    "weddings",
    "corporate",
    "other-private"
   ],
   "source": "https://drcatering.com/other-party-services/",
   "quote": "Whether you are planning a lavish wedding, a company holiday party in Union, NJ, or require comforting funeral reception catering, we ensure every detail is handled with precision.",
   "checked": "2026-11-13"
  },
  "price_per_guest": {
   "value": {
    "amount": 28.5,
    "per": "person",
    "note": "South American hot lunch buffet, lowest hot lunch buffet on the 2023 catering menu; includes paper products, dinner rolls, bottled water and cookie platter"
   },
   "source": "https://drcatering.com/stat/cache/files/2023_d_r_catering_menu_1-20230206192622.pdf",
   "quote": "SOUTH AMERICAN-$28.50 Per Person",
   "checked": "2026-11-13"
  },
  "services": {
   "value": [
    "full-service catering",
    "customized menus for special dietary needs",
    "event planning",
    "equipment rental"
   ],
   "source": "https://drcatering.com/",
   "quote": "Full-Service Catering\nCustomized Menu\nfor Special Dietary Needs\nMaster Chef\nFrom the Culinary Institute of America\nAlways Serving\nFresh Food\nWe Also Offer\nEvent Planning and Equipment Rental",
   "checked": "2026-11-13"
  },
  "staff_included": {
   "value": true,
   "source": "https://drcatering.com/menu/",
   "quote": "We can provide professional servers, bartenders, event decorations, and all necessary equipment rentals",
   "checked": "2026-11-13"
  }
 }
}