Rothchild Catering

Business Details

42 Years

experience

Your Trusted Catering & Event Venue in Knoxville

Since 1984, Rothchild Catering has been a family-owned business dedicated to delivering exceptional culinary experiences and hospitality services. Founded in response to local demand for private party catering, we have refined our expertise over four decades to become a trusted name in East Tennessee's event industry. Our team of professional chefs and servers specializes in creating customized menus and executing events of all sizes, from intimate gatherings to large-scale weddings and corporate functions. With two venuesRothchild Catering and Conference Center and Dara's Gardenwe offer both in-house event spaces and off-site catering services across Knoxville, Oak Ridge, Morristown, Sevierville, Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg, and Crossville.

Our commitment to quality ingredients, attentive service, and seamless event planning has earned us a reputation as a leader in the catering industry. We pride ourselves on personalized client collaboration, ensuring every menu and event detail aligns with our clients' visions. From initial consultation to final execution, our experienced staff guarantees timely delivery, elegant presentation, and memorable dining experiences. As a multi-generational business, we continue to grow while maintaining the values of excellence and customer satisfaction that have defined us since our founding.

Services

Off-Site Catering In-House Catering Event Rentals Wedding Catering Corporate Events Social Gatherings Holiday Catering Menu Customization Venue Rentals Event Coordination

Details

Year established: 1984

Highlights and features

We offer 35+ years of specialized catering experience in East Tennessee
Our professional staff includes certified chefs and event coordinators
We provide customizable menus for weddings, corporate events, and social gatherings
We serve Knoxville, Oak Ridge, Morristown, Sevierville, and surrounding areas
Our venues include Rothchild Catering and Conference Center and Dara's Garden

What people say

Amazing food Professional staff Seamless planning Affordable pricing Excellent service

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Services

Off-Site Catering

Our off-site catering service delivers gourmet meals and professional staff to locations throughout East Tennessee. We handle all aspects from menu design to on-site execution, providing equipment, tableware, and service personnel. Clients receive customized menus tailored to their event's theme and dietary needs, with options ranging from casual buffets to formal plated dinners.

In-House Catering

We provide comprehensive catering services within our dedicated event spaces, including the Grand Ballroom and six additional banquet rooms. This service includes venue rental, table settings, and full-service staff for weddings, corporate events, and social gatherings. Our packages feature flexible capacity options from intimate dinners to events hosting 600+ guests.

Wedding Catering

Specialized wedding catering services include menu tastings, custom meal planning, and day-of coordination. We offer diverse options from traditional wedding cakes to gourmet entrees, with dietary accommodations and presentation enhancements. Our staff ensures timely service for ceremonies, receptions, and rehearsal dinners.

Corporate Events

Our corporate catering solutions cover meetings, conferences, and business luncheons with professional service and sophisticated menus. We provide equipment rentals, staff support, and customizable options from casual buffets to executive dining experiences. Clients benefit from streamlined planning and consistent service quality.

Event Rentals

We offer seven distinct event spaces with capacities ranging from 40 to 1,000 guests, including full rental packages with tables, linens, and audiovisual equipment. Our venues feature modern amenities like drop-down screens, decorative lighting, and flexible layout options for weddings, conferences, and social events.

People

Nathan Rothchild

Founder

Co-founder Nathan Rothchild began his culinary career in 1983 with Northshore Minute Chef. As a trained chef, he expanded catering services through client demand, establishing the permanent venue in 1988. He continues to oversee operations with his wife Susan.

Susan Rothchild

Founder

Susan Rothchild co-founded the business after meeting Nathan at a local restaurant. With hospitality experience and business acumen from her MBA studies, she helped transform catering requests into a full-scale event company now serving over 365 events annually.

Questions

What areas do you cater to?

We serve Knoxville, Oak Ridge, Morristown, Sevierville, Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg, Crossville, and surrounding East Tennessee regions for both on-site and off-site events.

What event types do you handle?

We cater weddings, corporate events, social gatherings, holiday parties, and fundraisers with customized menus and service options for each occasion.

Can I customize my event menu?

Yes, our chefs work with clients to create tailored menus for any event, including dietary accommodations and specialty dishes for weddings or corporate functions.

Do you provide event rentals?

Our venues include rental packages with tables, linens, chairs, and audiovisual equipment. We also offer additional decor and setup options for both in-house and off-site events.

How far in advance should I book?

We recommend booking 6-12 months ahead for weekends during peak seasons, though we accommodate shorter timelines when possible for both catering and venue reservations.

What service styles do you offer?

We provide buffet service, food stations, plated dinners, and heavy hors d'oeuvres options with professional staff for setup, serving, and cleanup at all events.

Reviews (7)

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Jeesica Kent

Jun 04, 2022 Report

Best food! We all loved it! Wedding guests are still talking about how great everything was! The cake was amazing as well and the staff did a phenomenal job!

Tara Brown

Jun 03, 2022 Report

This is the 3rd year the school has held their Band Banquet here, and I haven't been let down yet. Food is catered and always delicious. Staff helpful and friendly. Space is gorgeous with lounges, bathrooms, and obviously the banquet rooms. Not sure abt prices, but if u need a place for a large event, I'd definitely check em out! The only downside is finding them. They're tucked away in the back of a strip mall overshadowed by car dealerships. Look for the sign.

Jacob Muncey

Apr 14, 2022 Report

Everybody at the wedding said it was the best wedding food they ever had. They also did the cake and we had an ice cream sundae bar. Both were BIG hits. The grilled chicken, steak, mac n cheese, mashed potatoes, and green beans were all awesome. My only request would be to offer sweet tea (since we are in the south, a lot of people requested it). The punch was great too! Amazing experience overall.

Karin Waldron

Apr 13, 2022 Report

We used Rothchild Catering for our daughter's wedding on April 9 and the experience was wonderful. They communicated with me and our wedding planner every step of the way. The menu selection is great and the taste of the food is even better. We had so many compliments from our guests that the food was the best they ever had at a wedding. Due to the location of the wedding we needed to do a buffet and I was concerned about the quality and temperature of the food but everything was tasty and hot. Rothchild even accommodated our three guests with Celiac Disease by doing their plates separate so they did not have to go through the buffet line. The servers were professional and did a great job. You will not regret using this company to cater any event!

Nicole Harris

Apr 06, 2022 Report

Rothchild Catering was incredible to work with for our rehearsal dinner and our wedding day! We worked closely with Angela during the planning process and she made everything so easy and she put us at ease in terms of dietary restrictions - she let us know they could cater to any allergy! The hardest part was deciding between all the delicious options, she helped us customize the perfect dinner menus for both occasions.

Everything turned out better than we could have imagined and everyone commented on how amazing the food tasted! The servers provided excellent service as well. We are so thankful we used Rothchild Catering for our wedding weekend!

Janie Williams

Mar 11, 2022 Report

Working with Rothchild for my wedding venue was a phenomenal experience. They are courteous, professional, very responsive, kind, and extremely accommodating and helpful. They have excellent facilities, and their prices are very reasonable. I highly recommend them for both their catering and their event services. I had my wedding here, both the ceremony and the reception, and would definitely use them for future events.

Kimberly Stubbs

Mar 07, 2022 Report

My favorite thing about working with Rothchild was the communication! They provided catering service for my wedding and I had tons of questions along the way. They were very responsive and patient and timely as well. I was also pleased with their linen and table setting rentals. We did buffet set up for the reception and the food was delicious!