Event Catering in Apex, NC | Catering-By-Design

Make The Day Easy

Your Trusted Apex Caterer

When you need catering in Apex, NC, that takes the stress out of event planning, Catering By Design delivers. We’ve served the Triangle area since 2000, bringing delicious food and thoughtful service to weddings, corporate gatherings and social celebrations. Whether you’re hosting an intimate dinner party or coordinating a large community event, our team makes it easy to feed your guests well while you focus on what matters most.

Professional Apex Catering for Every Event

We offer personalized menus that reflect your taste and style. With optional full-bar service featuring beer, wine and cocktails, we handle every detail so your event runs smoothly from start to finish. Our catering services in Apex, NC, include:

Wedding catering: Make your big day memorable with our delicious food and thoughtful service, including customized menus to suit your needs. We cater for ceremonies, receptions, rehearsal dinners, bridal showers, morning-after brunches and every event associated with your wedding.
Corporate catering: Our corporate catering services include full-service catering, where our team handles every aspect as well as extra touch services, such as full-bar services and lunch catering for meetings, seminars or conferences. We offer full buffets or boxed lunches for your convenience.
Social event catering: Let us make your next social event unforgettable. From birthday parties to graduations and family reunions, we create menus that complement your theme and accommodate your guests.
Holiday catering: Enjoy the holidays with loved ones, not worrying about food for your events. Our holiday menu options are ideal for all your celebrations, from Thanksgiving dinners to Fourth of July BBQs. You can choose your main protein entrees, sides, desserts and more to create the perfect menu for your event.

We Cater To You

Client Testimonials

Great service from start to finish. Delivery was early/on time everytime I have used them. Servers are very professional. Food is excellent.

Christopher Thurow

Catered my wedding and it was absolutely perfect could not have asked for better food and staff

Melanie Wyatt

I used Catering by Design twice this week for business lunches. Food is outstanding, prices are very reasonable and all of the staff are extremely helpful. I look forward to using them in the future for business and personal events.

Bonnie Kidd

Choose Your Catering Format

Select the setup that fits your vision and venue:

Boxed meals offer individual portions perfect for meetings and grab-and-go occasions.
Buffet and station-style service let guests choose their favorites while encouraging conversation and movement.
For formal celebrations, plated dinners provide elegant, sit-down dining with attentive service.

No matter which format you choose, our professional team manages setup, serving and cleanup.

Seasonal Menus and Featured Dishes

Our rotating seasonal selections highlight the best flavors of each season, from fresh spring salads to hearty winter comfort foods. Ask about our featured menu items and current specials when you reach out for your custom quote.

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Why Apex Residents Trust Catering By Design

As one of North Carolina’s leading catering companies, we proudly serve Apex, Durham, Raleigh, Chapel Hill, Cary, Morrisville and surrounding areas. From Historic Downtown venues to local parks and community spaces, we know the layouts, parking logistics and load-in procedures that make service efficient. Whether you’re planning a family celebration or a large corporate function, we scale our services to match.

Here is what our clients love:

Quick responses and custom quotes: We reply promptly with transparent pricing tailored to your specific needs and budget.
Dietary accommodations made simple: Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, allergen-friendly and culturally specific options are all available.
Fresh, locally sourced ingredients: We work with local suppliers to bring you the highest-quality food.
Flexible pickup and delivery: Choose convenient pickup from our Cary location or schedule delivery directly to your venue.
Professional service team: Our experienced staff provides friendly, attentive service along with complete post-event cleanup.
Vendor and venue coordination: We collaborate seamlessly with your other event partners to ensure everything runs smoothly.

Get in Touch for Apex Catering Services

Call us at 919-444-8341 or complete an online contact form to discuss your ideas, request a customized menu or schedule a tasting.