Business Details
33 Years
experience
Award-Winning Catering Services in Salem, OR
Since 1993, Willabys Catering has been dedicated to redefining event hospitality through our scratch-made kitchen and unwavering commitment to quality. As a multi-award-winning catering company based in Salem, Oregon, we specialize in creating personalized culinary experiences that reflect each client's unique vision. Our team believes hospitality should be executed with intention and care, never imposed, which is why we prioritize collaboration over preconceived ideas. We source ingredients from local purveyors in the Pacific Northwest, ensuring every dish showcases the region's freshest produce, meats, and artisanal products. Our service extends beyond Salem to include the Willamette Valley Wine Country, Eugene, Portland, the Columbia Gorge, and coastal locations, with our team traveling to transform any venue into a memorable dining destination.Our three-step process begins with a 15-minute discovery call, followed by a 24-hour proposal and a menu tasting to finalize selections. From upscale comfort food to international fusion menus, we offer customizable options including signature appetizers like Asparagus Prosciutto Bites and Korean Fried Chicken Sliders. Our fully licensed bar services provide curated beverage pairings ranging from classic cocktails to innovative mixology creations. With decades of experience and a focus on client-centric service, we maintain transparency throughout the planning process while guaranteeing exceptional food quality and presentation.
Services
Catering Services
Custom Menu Design
Bar Services
Event Tasting Sessions
Venue Consultation
Appetizer Selections
Wine Country Catering
Coastal Events
Cocktail Receptions
Private Dining Experiences
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We operate a scratch-made kitchen prioritizing fresh, local ingredients
- Our team travels to unique venues across the Pacific Northwest
- We offer fully customizable menus with 24-hour proposal turnaround
- We provide licensed bar services with curated cocktail menus
- Our three-step planning process ensures seamless event execution
What people say
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Services
Catering Services
Willabys Catering provides full-service catering for weddings, corporate events, and private gatherings. Our scratch-made approach ensures every dish is prepared fresh using locally sourced ingredients. We work closely with clients to create customized menus that reflect their personal style and event theme.
Custom Menu Design
Our culinary team collaborates with clients to develop personalized menus tailored to their event's needs. While we offer showcase menus for inspiration, we specialize in creating unique dishes that incorporate seasonal ingredients and accommodate dietary restrictions.
Bar Services
We offer fully licensed bar services featuring curated wine, beer, and cocktail selections. Our mixologists create custom drink menus that complement event themes, including signature cocktails like the Hibiscus Mule and Mezcal Paloma for memorable beverage experiences.
Event Tasting Sessions
Clients can experience our culinary offerings through private tasting sessions. This process allows guests to sample menu options and finalize selections while receiving expert guidance from our catering specialists during the planning phase.
Venue Consultation
Our team provides expert advice on venue selection and setup logistics. We work with unique locations across Oregon, offering insights on space optimization, service requirements, and transportation considerations for seamless event execution.
Questions
Do you cater events outside Salem?
Yes, we serve the entire Pacific Northwest including Portland, Eugene, the Willamette Valley Wine Country, coastal areas, and the Columbia Gorge. Our team travels to all event locations.
Can I customize my event menu?
Absolutely. While we provide showcase menus for inspiration, we specialize in creating fully customized menus tailored to your preferences, dietary needs, and event theme.
Do you provide bar services?
Yes, we offer fully licensed bar services with curated wine, beer, and cocktail menus. Our mixologists can create custom drink selections to complement your event.
How does the planning process work?
Our process starts with a 15-minute discovery call, followed by a 24-hour proposal, and concludes with a menu tasting session to finalize your selections before the event.
What types of events do you cater?
We cater all event types including weddings, corporate functions, private parties, and social gatherings. Our services adapt to any scale or formality level.
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Reviews (5)
Harrison Redman
Jun 23, 2022
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My wife and I used Willaby's for our outdoor wedding in Corvallis, and we couldn't have been happier! Megan was great to work with and super helpful and accommodating! They worked with us to make sure everything was perfect and were to quick to resolve issues that came up the day of (went through all our drinks way too fast. oops). Our guests loved the food, drinks and desserts! If you're having an event in the area, give them a shot! You won't be disappointed!
Erin Mitchell
Jun 17, 2022
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Willabys catered our wedding of 75 people at The Barn PNW in Dayton, OR. We could not have been more thrilled with how great they were to work with before, during and even after our wedding. The whole team was super responsive to our questions during the planning process and we really enjoyed the expanded tasting we did as a way to add in some fun to all the wedding planning we were doing. Day of, the whole team was super friendly and service was top notch.
Multiple guests commented on how great the team was and even more so how amazing the food was. We did passed apps and a buffet dinner. We definitely recommend Willabys, no matter how big or small your event is. (Thank you Megan and team for helping making our day so fun and special!)
Multiple guests commented on how great the team was and even more so how amazing the food was. We did passed apps and a buffet dinner. We definitely recommend Willabys, no matter how big or small your event is. (Thank you Megan and team for helping making our day so fun and special!)
Maddie M.
May 16, 2022
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We chose Willaby's as our wedding caterer and day of wedding coordinator, and we couldn't have been happier! The communication and process with them was easy and amazing from start to finish. The food was absolutely amazing, and all of our guests went back for seconds and raved about how delicious it was. Sara, our day of coordinator, was truly perfect! She made the rehearsal dinner and wedding day better than I could have imagined!
She was always there when I needed her and made everything go so smoothly! Megan, the event coordinator, was also absolutely amazing and helped me with all of my questions throughout the past year of wedding planning! She was so sweet and always responded quickly! We also had Willaby's caterer our breakfast the next morning and it was some of the yummiest breakfast we had ever had! The Willaby's hosts and bartenders at the wedding were so awesome, fun, danced with us on the dance floor, and were nothing short of amazing! I can't say enough good things about this whole team in making sure my wedding day was one for the books! THANK YOU SO MUCH WILLABY'S! You guys are the best!
She was always there when I needed her and made everything go so smoothly! Megan, the event coordinator, was also absolutely amazing and helped me with all of my questions throughout the past year of wedding planning! She was so sweet and always responded quickly! We also had Willaby's caterer our breakfast the next morning and it was some of the yummiest breakfast we had ever had! The Willaby's hosts and bartenders at the wedding were so awesome, fun, danced with us on the dance floor, and were nothing short of amazing! I can't say enough good things about this whole team in making sure my wedding day was one for the books! THANK YOU SO MUCH WILLABY'S! You guys are the best!
CamAndMia Richards
Nov 04, 2021
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Willabys catered our wedding this past summer and we were blown away by their service throughout our planning process, and especially on the day of the wedding. They are truly full service. They coordinated our linens and extra tables through a rental company and were able to help with much more if requested. Our cocktail hour included a charcuterie setup and our main course included woodfired pizza (they brought the oven on-site!), pasta, and salad, and it was all delicious - even the alternative meal options for guests with dietary restrictions were great. All around good company out of Salem with kind, experienced leaders and staff!
Jamie Mattila
May 30, 2021
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You truly cannot go wrong with Willaby's Catering! They have delicious food, and lots to choose from (the mac and cheese was AMAZING for our Fall wedding.) The most special part of all were the people! They were so fun- bartenders full on danced at the bar when the music came on, and so friendly and helpful! Blythe was so welcoming and responsive! We will definitely, with out a doubt, use Willaby's Catering in the future!
