Business Details
Your Trusted Catering Partner in Rocky Mount, VA
At Center Stage Catering, we believe food is more than sustenanceit's a unifying force that nourishes both body and soul. Our culinary team brings decades of diverse experience in world cuisine, crafting menus that prioritize freshness, seasonality, and local sourcing. We specialize in creating unforgettable dining experiences for corporate events, weddings, social gatherings, and nonprofit galas, always tailoring our offerings to guests' dietary needs and preferences. Our commitment to excellence extends to workforce solutions, including cafeteria management and employee appreciation events, where we combine operational efficiency with exceptional service. For entertainment catering, we serve high-profile clients in the music and film industries, delivering made-from-scratch meals that foster creativity and connection.Our hospitality consulting division provides expert guidance on restaurant concepts, menu design, and commercial kitchen operations, drawing on expertise from venues ranging from country clubs to music festivals. Every service we offer is grounded in rigorous safety protocols, ensuring food quality and guest well-being from preparation to delivery. With customizable menus and a focus on client collaboration, we transform culinary visions into reality. Our reputation for reliability and innovation has been built through years of delivering unique, memorable experiences that exceed expectations. Whether planning an intimate dinner or a large-scale production, we approach every project with the same dedication to craftsmanship and customer satisfaction.
Services
Event Catering
Corporate Events
Weddings
Entertainment Catering
Hospitality Consulting
Highlights and features
- We use only fresh, locally sourced ingredients for all menus
- Our culinary team has diverse global cuisine expertise
- We offer fully customizable menus accommodating dietary restrictions
- We maintain rigorous food safety and transportation protocols
- We serve both intimate gatherings and large-scale productions
What people say
Healthiest and thoughtful food
Don't eat this well at home
Food alone is worth the tuition
Culinary creativity and consistency
Health-conscious meal options
Services
Event Catering
We create customized menus for weddings, social gatherings, and nonprofit galas using fresh, seasonal ingredients. Our team tailors each event to client preferences while maintaining strict food safety standards. From intimate dinners to grand receptions, we ensure exceptional presentation and flavor that impresses guests and aligns with event themes.
Corporate Events
Our corporate catering solutions include holiday parties, team-building events, and cafeteria management. We offer flexible options for employee appreciation meals, production goal celebrations, and on-site dining programs. With a focus on nutrition and presentation, we help businesses create memorable experiences that boost workplace morale and client relations.
Entertainment Catering
We provide gourmet catering for music festivals, movie sets, and artist camps. Our made-from-scratch meals meet the demanding schedules of performers and crews while maintaining exceptional quality. With testimonials from renowned musicians, we deliver backstage dining experiences that enhance creativity and performance readiness through thoughtfully prepared, health-conscious cuisine.
Hospitality Consulting
Our consulting services cover restaurant concept development, menu design, and commercial kitchen planning. We offer profitability analysis and staff training for hospitality businesses, drawing on expertise from diverse venues including hotels, arenas, and retail bakeries. Our affordable solutions help clients refine operations and elevate their culinary offerings.
Menu Customization
We create tailored menus for all events considering dietary restrictions and seasonal availability. Our culinary team works closely with clients to develop unique dining experiences, from harvest feasts to corporate picnics. With options for intimate dinners and large-scale productions, we ensure each menu reflects the client's vision while maintaining exceptional flavor and presentation standards.
Questions
What types of events do you cater?
We cater weddings, corporate events, nonprofit galas, social gatherings, and entertainment productions including music festivals and movie sets.
Do you accommodate dietary restrictions?
Yes, we customize menus to accommodate all dietary needs including vegetarian, gluten-free, and allergy-friendly options.
What safety measures do you follow?
We maintain strict food safety protocols during preparation, transportation, and service to ensure guest health and well-being.
Do you serve areas beyond Rocky Mount?
While based in Rocky Mount, VA, we serve events throughout Virginia and surrounding regions as needed.
What consulting services do you offer?
We provide restaurant concept design, menu development, kitchen planning, and staff training for hospitality businesses.
Reviews (6)
Nicole Colwell
Mar 16, 2022
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Owning a wedding venue means we have a lot of catering companies coming in and out and Center Stage is absolutely the best! After servicing numerous weddings for us they are one out of the 3 catering companies on our preferred list. The owners, team and food is amazing! We love Center Stage and we know you will too!
Joshua Gabrielson Gabriel
Jun 01, 2021
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John and Karen are long-time friends of mine and I've been able to work with them many times over the years at weddings and various events in SWVA. They are some of the best people to work with and their creations for foods are on par with the best in the nation. I truly love working with them and their teams at weddings. If you are seeking an elevated catering company, then you need to hire them for your wedding or event.
Dale Wickstrum
Apr 27, 2021
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CSC catered our son's wedding in October. We could not have been happier. Quess that's why they continue to be one of the top rated weding vendors in SW Virginia by Virginia Living Magazine. For the pick up menu, I recommend the baked and grilled pork and vegies dinners. My favorite is the meatloaf. For when they have breakfast, cannot beat the maple sausage. Smoked brisket sandwich was yummy and huge. Their Cubano was the best.
LindseyCamille Nanz
Apr 19, 2021
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I went to Center Stage Catering for a tasting, since they'll be catering my wedding soon. The food was phenomenal and the staff was so kind and helpful.
Jeremy Spradlin
Nov 15, 2020
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It was posted in their facebook they would have Cinnamon buns. I arrived at 9:07AM this morning (opened at 9am) and 50 minutes later left with an omelette and shrimp & grits. Sold out of cinnamon buns. The main reason we went. Several people who arrived after me were called to get their orders & pay. Even another customer commented that I must have a large order. I said no, just an egg, grits, and 2 cinnamon buns.
Even once I got my order I had to request silverware. They seemed completely unorganized, and should have announced they were out of something instead of waiting until they call me up. It's pretty reasonable to want what you ordered 7 minutes after they were open. I won't be returning and don't recommend based on this first impression.
Even once I got my order I had to request silverware. They seemed completely unorganized, and should have announced they were out of something instead of waiting until they call me up. It's pretty reasonable to want what you ordered 7 minutes after they were open. I won't be returning and don't recommend based on this first impression.
Talmadge Flinchum
May 11, 2020
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Amazing food. Amazing service. Amazing people. Only way you're going to be disappointed is when you try the ham biscuits and they won't give up the recipe!
