Soon-to-be-married couples have a lot of scheduling, preparing, and decision-making to do before walking down the aisle. One wedding-related issue many couples face is whether to hire catering services or settle for a sit-down dinner with their guests. The guide below offers a few suggestions to help you make the right dining decisions for the big day.

Give Your Guests Food Choices

Sit-down dinners are limited in dining variety, as the menu is centered around a few choice appetizers, dinners, and desserts. While the menu is efficient, it’s not guaranteed that every palate will be pleased.

Buffets provide a wider variety of food options, which can accommodate for age, diets, appetites, and allergies. Though buffets require a bit more handiwork than their sit-down counterpart, they’re guest-friendly. 

Determine how important it is that the guests have several food choices. If there are picky eaters or children on your guest list, catering is the better choice. If your guest list is smaller and diets are well-known and accommodated for, a sit-down meal is more sensible.

Account for Activities

Your venue will accommodate the length of your guest list; dining preferences are no exception. For a wide wedding hall buzzing with activity, buffets give your guests the chance to socialize and roam about the space.

Sit-down dinners leave guests mostly kept to their assigned tables, but in an intimate setting with few close friends and relatives, this may work to your advantage. 

Consider Your Wedding Theme

Think about the overall theme and atmosphere you want at the reception. While tailored to fit the preferences of the bride and groom, sit-down dining can feel a bit uniform.

If you’re looking to shake things up at the reception and stray from tradition, a buffet is what you need instead. The diverse, delicious selection of foods also serves to recognize and celebrate your guests for their support on your big day. 

Consult your wedding team and decide how dining factors into the venue’s ambiance and formality. Laid-back and roomy spaces are convenient for catering, while sit-down dining is better for small, intimate settings.

By taking these factors into consideration, you can plan the right dining setup for your wedding with Dana’s Restuarant and Catering in Waipahu, HI. Their delicious party platters include Filipino classics and island favorites, such as grilled pompano and baby back ribs, to please every palate. They’re dedicated to providing an optimal catering experience for you and your guests on your wedding day. Call (808) 677-2992 to plan your dining options with them or visit their website to explore their menu.