Event Catering in Pittsburgh

We cater within a 100-mile radius of Pittsburgh, PA — covering the entire Greater Pittsburgh region plus the Tri-State area of Eastern Ohio and West Virginia. Delivery fees are tiered by distance from the closest Cooked Goose kitchen (Oakdale or Leechburg). For events at the edge of the radius, call us first so we can confirm logistics.

Tell us about your event — venue, time of day, guest count, dress code, dietary needs, and the vibe you want. From there, we propose a menu (entrées, sides, hors d’oeuvres, desserts, beverages) that matches the event. You make adjustments. We finalize pricing. There’s no fixed package — every event is built around your specifics.

It depends on the event type. Weddings and milestone events: 4–12 months. Corporate events, graduations, birthdays: 1–3 months. Funerals and bereavement: as little as 24–48 hours. Holiday catering (Thanksgiving, Christmas) books fastest — often by mid-October / mid-November. Call 412-258-5944 or 724-845-6247 to check availability for your date.

Three service levels:

• Pickup — you collect the food from our Oakdale or Leechburg kitchen, set up yourself
• Delivery — we deliver hot, set out the buffet, leave you to it
• Full-service — we deliver, set up, staff with chefs/servers, replenish, and clean up

Full-service makes sense for weddings, corporate galas, and any event with 75+ guests where you don’t want to think about food.

Delivery is tiered by distance from the closest Cooked Goose kitchen:

• Within 10 miles — $55
• Beyond 10 miles — $65
• Beyond 20 miles — $75
• Beyond 30 miles — $85
• Beyond 40 miles — $95

Chafing units, when needed, are $14.95 per set. Full delivery terms are on our Terms of Service page.

A $100 non-refundable deposit secures your date for most events (weddings and larger events may require a higher deposit based on contract). We require a credit card on file, but for the balance we prefer checks — either mailed in prior to the event or handed to the driver on delivery. Full balance is due the day of the event.

Yes. Final guest count, menu adjustments, and dietary additions need to be locked in 7 days prior to your event so we can order ingredients accurately. After that, we may be able to add small numbers or items but cannot guarantee it.

Yes. Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, and other dietary- and allergy-friendly options are available across every menu. Mention restrictions when you call and we’ll incorporate them. Please note we cannot guarantee zero cross-contamination in our facility or during transport, so guests with severe allergies should be aware.

For full-service events we provide chefs, servers, chafing dishes, serving utensils, and on-site replenishment. Tables, linens, china, glassware, and bar service can be added as rentals; we coordinate with trusted local rental partners. Let us know what you need on your initial call and we’ll include it in the quote.