FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How Can Three Tomatoes Catering Help with My Event?
Three Tomatoes Catering provides full-service catering in the Denver Metro Area and throughout Colorado, including customized menus, professional service staff, rentals, and complete event coordination.
We can also assist with event planning services such as floral design, entertainment, transportation, and production—ensuring a seamless, fully managed experience from start to finish.
How Much Does Catering Cost in Denver?
Full-service packages start at $43.95 per guest for buffets, $54.75 per guest for plated dinners and $38.75 per guest for cocktail receptions — all-inclusive of food, professional service staff and basic rentals. Most weddings fall between $48.75 and $87.25 per guest. Drop-off box lunches start at $16.75 each.
Every full-service package includes: your complete menu, professional service staff, setup, service, breakdown and cleanup, dinnerware, flatware and water glasses, linens and napkins, guest tables and chairs, and display tables for buffets.
Popular add-ons: passed or displayed hors d’oeuvres, dessert bars and plated desserts, bartending, coffee and beverage stations, late-night snacks, children’s and vendor meals, special dietary meals, and upgraded glassware, tents and specialty linens.
An administrative fee, transportation and sales tax are added and shown in your estimate before you book.
Plan, Price and Book Your Catering Online
Planning should feel as good as the day itself. Our online planner lets you design your menu, see your complete price and reserve your date whenever inspiration strikes — late at night with your partner, or between meetings at the office. Whenever you’d like a personal touch, our team is one call away.
- Transparent pricing — know your full cost upfront. Every menu shows its price and full description. Your estimate includes every fee and tax before you check out, so there are no surprises and no waiting for a quote.
- Instant proposals — share and decide with confidence. Add your selections and your total updates instantly. Email your proposal straight from your cart to your partner, family, planner or finance team, compare options side by side, and decide when you’re ready.
- Simple ordering — confirmed in minutes. Choose your main menu, add the extras you want, review your cart, complete a short planning form, and secure your date with a 30% deposit.
- Flexible changes — your plans can evolve. Guest count changed? New dish in mind? Update your order online or call us, and your charges adjust automatically. Changes are welcome up to 10 business days before your event.
How it works
- Select your service style: buffet, plated, cocktail reception or drop-off delivery.
- Choose one of our curated gourmet menus.
- Customize your selections, quantities and add-ons.
- View your complete estimate instantly in the cart.
- Check out to confirm your event, or email your proposal to review and share first.
Prefer to talk it through? Consultations are complimentary and unlimited, before and after you book: 303-433-3332 · info@threetomatoes.com · Book a Consultation
How Do I Get a Catering Estimate?
Get your free catering estimate online in just a few minutes. Go to Free Estimate / Book Online, choose your service style (buffet, plated, cocktail party or delivery), then select your menu items and guest count.
Your complete total appears instantly, including food, service staff, rentals, setup, fees and tax. You can email your proposal or reserve your date online with a deposit, with no waiting and no obligation. You can also schedule a free consultation if you would like guidance.
What Types of Catering Services Do You Offer?
We offer full-service catering for:
Our team manages every detail—from setup and service through breakdown and cleanup—so you can focus on your event.
What Is Included in Your Full-Service Catering Packages in Denver?
Every full-service package includes your complete menu, professional service staff, and setup, service, breakdown and cleanup — all coordinated by one team.
Basic rentals are included too: dinnerware, flatware and water glasses preset at guest tables, linens and napkins in your choice of color, guest dining tables and chairs, and display tables with linens for buffets.
Bartending, specialty rentals and upgraded glassware are optional add-ons you can select when you build your menu online.
Do You Handle Setup, Service, and Cleanup?
Yes. Our team manages every phase of your event—from setup and professional service through breakdown and final cleanup—ensuring a smooth and stress-free experience.
How Far in Advance Should I Book Catering?
We recommend booking at least 3 weeks ahead of time. Full-service events can be booked online up to 10 business days before the event, and drop-off deliveries up to 3 business days before.
Popular wedding dates fill 9–12 months out, so we recommend reserving early. For anything sooner, call us at 303-433-3332.
Can I Make Changes After Booking?
Yes. For full-service events, you can adjust your menu and guest count online until 10 business days before your event, and your pricing updates automatically.
Drop-off delivery orders are final once placed.
Do You Provide Catering Rentals (Tables, Chairs, Linens)?
Yes. All essential rentals are included, such as:
- Tables and chairs
- Linens and napkins
- Glassware, dinnerware, and utensils
We also coordinate additional rental needs through our trusted partners.
Do You Offer Food Delivery or Pickup?
Yes. Drop-off catering delivery is available seven days a week, with a 1-hour delivery window.
Minimum order is $325 Monday–Wednesday and $425 Thursday–Sunday. Delivery is $175 within 7 miles and $225 up to 30 miles. Please order at least 3 business days ahead.
Can I Build My Own Catering Menu for My Event?
Yes. All menus are fully customizable. You can build your own menu by selecting entrées, salads, sides, and additional items to match your event, guest preferences, and dietary needs.
Our online system allows you to adjust selections and view real-time pricing instantly as you customize your menu. For plated dinners, you can offer up to 2 entrées and each guest receives one; simply specify the quantity of each entrée in your order.
Are Your Catering Menus Customizable for Dietary Needs?
Yes. We offer a wide range of menu options, including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and allergy-sensitive dishes.
Special dietary meals can be added for individual guests to ensure every attendee is accommodated.
What Types of Catering Menus Do You Offer?
We offer a variety of catering options in Denver, including buffet service, plated dinners, cocktail-style receptions and fully customized menus.
Each menu is designed to match your event style, guest count, and overall vision.
Is Buffet Catering a Good Option for My Event?
Buffet catering is a flexible and efficient option for weddings, corporate events, and private gatherings.
It allows guests to choose their preferred dishes while ensuring smooth service and consistent quality across larger groups.
Do You Provide Bar Services?
Yes. Professional bartending is available as an add-on, including bar setup, mixers and equipment. You purchase the alcohol, and our bartenders serve it. Our Diamond Plus Buffet and Diamond Cocktail Reception packages include wine and beer bartending.
What Is Your Alcohol Policy?
Colorado law does not allow caterers to resell alcohol, so you purchase the beverages and our professional bartenders serve them.
Do You Charge Corkage or Cake Cutting Fees?
No. We do not charge corkage or cake cutting fees. Our staff will handle both services at no additional cost.
Where Do You Provide Catering Services?
We serve the Denver Metro Area and across Colorado, including Boulder, Golden, Lakewood, Littleton, Aurora, Evergreen and the mountain towns — at private homes, corporate venues and event facilities.
Transportation is based on distance from our Denver kitchen and shown in your estimate.
Do You Offer Tastings?
Yes. Tastings are held at our kitchen at 255 Yuma St., Denver, Wednesday through Saturday, for a small private group.
A fee applies to tastings before booking; your tasting is complimentary once your event is booked. Book your tasting online at least 7 business days ahead.
Is There a Minimum Order?
Yes. Minimums are before tax:
- Buffet and plated: $1,800 Thursday–Sunday; $1,500 Monday–Wednesday
- Cocktail parties: $1,500 Thursday–Sunday; $1,300 Monday–Wednesday
- Drop-off delivery: $425 Thursday–Sunday; $325 Monday–Wednesday
What Fees Are Added to My Order?
Full-service events include an administrative fee covering planning, coordination, logistics and event execution. It is not a gratuity, and tipping is not expected.
Transportation and sales tax are added, plus a fee for online card payments. Drop-off deliveries carry no administrative fee. Every line appears in your estimate before you book.
How Do I Reserve My Date?
Book online with a 30% deposit. The balance is charged automatically 10 business days before your event, when your final guest count is due.
What Makes Three Tomatoes Catering Different?
Three Tomatoes Catering combines exceptional food, professional service, and a streamlined online planning system with real-time pricing and instant proposals.
Our approach allows clients to plan their entire event in one place with full transparency, flexibility, and confidence.