Wedding Catering

Wedding's by Hess's catering can make your wedding a truly memorable day. Hess's is a family owned business with over 40 years of wedding experience, our reputation has been achieved thru delicious food, professional service, and affordable pricing. Together we can create the reception of your dreams.

There is no set formula for weddings, every couple and their vision is unique. So with that in mind customize your menu with Hess's award winning Beef Brisket, Prime Rib, Pork Barbecue and Smoke House Chicken, just to name a few. Let us help you leave a long lasting impression on your guests.

Planning one of the most important events in a person's life is a big responsibility, one that Hess's Catering takes very seriously. We offer three wedding packages which would include an appointment with our Banquet Manager. Together we can make that perfect meal that you have envisioned, and bring your dreams to reality.

Reception Planning Center

Plan the details of your reception to perfection! Visit our reception planning center to see sample table layouts and choose the china, linens, silverware and other details that match your wedding colors or theme. We will work with you to customize your menu. We will also provide you with a hot tasting. Reception planning available by appointment only.

Book Your Planning Session Today!

*Note: Hess's Catering reserves the right to substitute an alternative in the event the pre-selected desert is unavailable at time of service.

Taste of Lancaster County Dessert Bar

Give your guests an extra-special treat with our exclusive dessert bar, featuring assorted Lancaster County dessert favorites. Limited availability. Book early to secure the dessert bar for your special day!

Your Choice of Eight (8) Desserts - $6.00 per person

Pecan Bar
Root Beer Float
Shoofly Bar
Vanilla Ice Cream
Lemon Bar
Fudgy Bar
Chocolate Scrumptious Bar
Apple Pie Bar
Peanut Butter Bar
Donut Wall

Cherry Pie Bar
Cream Cheese Bar
Whoopie Pies (assorted)
Pumpkin Gem Bar
Cookies (assorted)
Apple Cheesecake Bar
Cup Cakes (assorted)
Carrot Cake Bar
Pies (assorted)

Ask about our Build-Your-Own Whoopie Pie Bar!

Now Booking for the 2022-2023 Wedding Season

Choice of Four Appetizers

2 Standard, 2 Premium

Standard
Seasonal Vegetable Tray with Ranch
Dipping Sauce
Fresh Fruit Tower Display (seasonal only)
Assorted Cheese Display
Spinach Artichoke Dip with Assorted Crackers
Apricot Glazed Kielbasa
Swedish Cocktail Meatballs
BBQ Meatballs
Mixed Olive Display
Soft Pretzel Bites with Cheese
Buffalo Chicken Dip with Assorted Breads
Pigs in a Blanket

Premium
Boneless Chicken Wings
Bacon Wrapped Scallops
Charcuterie Board
Thin Cut Ribeye Sliders
Shrimp Skewers
Chicken Skewers
Spanakopita
Crab Au Gratin with French Baguettes
Large Shrimp Cocktail

Salad Served Family Style At Table

Spring Mix Greens w/ Crumbled Feta, Craisins, Tomatoes, Shredded Carrots, Cucumbers - 2 Dressings
Lettuce Wedge with Blue Cheese Dressing, Crumbled Bacon, and Tomatoes
Spinach / Sliced Strawberries with Poppy Seed Dressing

Choice of Two Entrees

Roasted Beef Tenderloin with Horseradish Crème
Chef Hand Carved Smoked Prime Rib
Award Winning Smoked Beef Brisket
Carved Roasted Turkey Breast
Broiled Crab Cake
Atlantic Salmon Fillet topped with Crabmeat
Oven Roasted Stuffed Flounder with Tomato Salsa
Shrimp rolled with Crab Meat
Sautéed Chicken with a Mushroom and Sweet Marsala Sauce
Bourbon Flame Fired Chicken Breasts

Choice of Three Hot Sides

Lancaster County Buttered Corn
Seasoned Baby Red Skin Bliss Potatoes
Red Skin Mashed Potato Bar Station
Seasoned Grilled Fresh Vegetables (grilled on site)
Seasoned Green Beans with Red Pepper Strips
Vegetable Garden Rice Pilaf
Sweet Baby Belgium Carrots
Vegetable Quinoa
Grilled Asparagus
Riced Cauliflower

Choice of One Cold Side

Creamy Broccoli and Bacon Salad
Wheat Berry Quinoa Salad
Tri Colored Tortellini Pasta Salad
Caprice Salad with Sliced Mozzarella, Tomato, and Basil (seasonal only)

Package Includes

Dinner Rolls, Cornbread & Butter, Coffee Bar, Wedding Punch, Iced Tea, or Lemonade.
Full China, Stainless Flatware, and Stemware
White or Ivory Table Linens and choice of Linen Napkins included

Pricing
$71.00 / person +18% Service Charge & 6% Sales Tax Deluxe Diamond Package Bridal Party Platter served before wedding Third Entree, Carving Station & Late Night Snack $84.00 per person

Pricing

$71.00 / person
+18% Service Charge & 6% Sales Tax

Deluxe Diamond Package

Bridal Party Platter served before wedding
Third Entree, Carving Station & Late Night Snack
$84.00 per person

Download Menu (PDF)

Choice of Three Appetizers

Fresh Fruit Tower Display (seasonal only)
Charcuterie Board
Assorted Cheese Display
Bacon Wrapped Scallops
Stuffed Mushrooms
Apricot Glazed Kielbasa
Swedish Cocktail Meatballs
Buffalo Chicken Dip with Assorted Breads
Soft Pretzel Bites with Cheese

Choice of Two Entrees:

Apple Wood Smoked Pulled Pork Barbecue
Fruit Glazed Pork Tenderloin
Boneless Stuffed Chicken Breasts with Cornbread Herb Stuffing
Marinated Flame Grilled Chicken Breasts
Bourbon Chicken Breast
Gulf Shrimp Scallop over Noodles
Baked Flounder
Salmon Florentine

Pricing
$51.95 / person +18% Service Charge & 6% Sales Tax

Download Menu (PDF)

Choice of Three Hot Sides

Red Skin Mashed Potatoes with Gravy
Seasoned Baby Red Skin Bliss Potatoes
Seasoned Grilled Fresh Vegetables (grilled on site)
Lancaster County Buttered Corn
Seasoned Green Beans with Red Pepper Strips
Glazed Baby Carrots
Vegetable Garden Rice Pilaf
Baked Macaroni & Cheese
Vegetable Quinoa

Choice of One Cold Side

Creamy Cole Slaw
Italian Pasta Salad
Tri Colored Tortellini Pasta Salad
Fresh Fancy Fruit Salad
Caprice Salad with Sliced Mozzarella, Tomato, and Basil (seasonal only)

Package Includes

House Salad (choice of two dressings) Dinner Rolls, Cornbread & Butter, Coffee Station, Wedding Punch, Iced Tea, or Flavored Lemonade.
Gold or Silver Rimmed "look alike china" Disposable Dinner Plates and Bowls, Stainless Flatware, and Stemware.
White or Ivory Table Linens with Linen Napkins can be added for an additional +$2.75 per person.

Choice of Two Appetizers

Seasonal Vegetable Tray with Ranch Dipping Sauce
Spinach Artichoke Dip and Assorted Crackers
Apricot Glazed Kielbasa
BBQ Meatballs
Soft Pretzel Bites with Cheese

Choice of Two Entrees

Apple Wood Smoked Pulled Pork Barbecue
Hess's Famous Smokehouse Boneless Chicken Breasts
Bourbon Chicken Breast
Seasoned Tender Roast Beef
Chicken Cordon Bleu
Sliced Turkey Breast w/Gravy
Vegetarian Spinach Lasagna

Pricing
$45.95 / person +18% Service Charge & 6% Sales Tax

Download Menu (PDF)

Choice of Two Hot Sides

Glazed Baby Carrots
Baked Macaroni & Cheese
Green Beans with Red Pepper Strips
Lancaster County Buttered Corn
Seasoned Baby Red Skin Bliss Potatoes

Choice of One Cold Side

Creamy Cole Slaw
Dutch Potato Salad
Italian Bowtie Pasta
Tri Colored Tortellini Pasta Salad

Package Includes

House Salad (choice of two dressings)
Dinner Rolls, Cornbread & Butter, Coffee Station, Wedding Punch, Iced Tea, or Flavored Lemonade.
Gold or Silver Rimmed "look alike china" Disposable Dinner Plates and Bowls, Stainless Flatware, and Stemware.
White or Ivory Table Linens with Linen Napkins can be added for an additional +$2.75 per person.

Assorted Appetizer Options

Standard ($1.75 per person)
Seasonal Vegetable Tray with Ranch
Dipping Sauce
Fresh Fruit Tower Display (seasonal only)
Assorted Cheese Display
Spinach Artichoke Dip with Assorted Crackers
Apricot Glazed Kielbasa
Swedish Cocktail Meatballs
BBQ Meatballs
Mixed Olive Display
Soft Pretzel Bites with Cheese
Buffalo Chicken Dip with Assorted Breads
Pigs in a Blanket

Premium ($2.75 per person)
Boneless Chicken Wings
Bacon Wrapped Scallops
Charcuterie Board
Thin Cut Ribeye Sliders
Shrimp Skewers
Chicken Skewers
Spanakopita
Crab Au Gratin with French Baguettes
Large Shrimp Cocktail

Late Night Snack

Your Choice of Two - $8.00 per person

Walking Taco
Soft Pretzels

Pork Sliders
Popcorn