Buffet Catering Price per Plate in Lucknow
Buffet catering is priced per plate or per person, and the rate depends mostly on how much is on the table. A hi-tea spread with snacks and beverages sits at one end, a full veg or non-veg party buffet at the other. The listings show indicative starting prices; the written quote from Hari Event confirms the per-plate rate for your exact menu, the guaranteed count and what setup and staff are included, so you know the total before paying anything.
Starting prices · updated liveBuffet Catering prices at Hari Event
| Option | Type · guests | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Lunch BuffetAnywhere in Lucknow | Lunch · 30-300 guests | ₹350 per plate onwards |
| Party Buffet (Veg)Anywhere in Lucknow | Veg · 50-500 guests | ₹450 per plate onwards |
| Party Buffet (Non-Veg)Anywhere in Lucknow | Non-Veg · 50-500 guests | ₹650 per plate onwards |
| Hi-Tea BuffetAnywhere in Lucknow | Hi-Tea · 30-300 guests | ₹250 per person onwards |
Prices are starting prices (“onwards”) for Lucknow — check the unit next to each one (for the event, per plate, per person, per day). Your final price is on the written quote we send after understanding the event — guests, venue, theme and date.
Cost factorsWhat decides the price of a buffet caterer
Hi-tea with snacks and tea or coffee costs less than a lunch buffet, and a dinner party buffet with several starters, curries and desserts costs more still. Pick the meal that fits the time of your function rather than upgrading out of habit or worry.
Chicken and mutton dishes raise the per-plate rate over a veg buffet, and mutton more than chicken. A mixed buffet is priced on the share of non-veg guests, so give a rough split when you ask for a quote instead of planning non-veg for everyone.
Each additional starter, curry or dessert adds to the cost. A buffet with fewer, well-chosen dishes is often cheaper and better than a long one where half the trays come back to the kitchen untouched at the end of the night.
Smaller groups usually pay a higher per-plate rate for the same menu. Venue distance, a high-rise flat without a service lift, or a site with no space to warm and plate the food can add to transport and setup.
Ceramic plates and uniformed stewards cost more than disposable plates and simple self-service. Ask whether staff, buffet tables, table covers and clean-up are included in the per-plate rate or added separately, and how long the staff stay.
Save moneyWays to keep the cost down
- For an afternoon or early-evening function, choose hi-tea instead of a full meal.
- Serve one non-veg dish of real quality rather than three ordinary ones.
- Confirm a realistic guest count so you are not paying for plates nobody eats.
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FAQBuffet Catering Price per Plate — questions
Are tea and coffee included in a party buffet?
It depends on the menu. The hi-tea buffet includes tea and coffee; for a lunch or dinner buffet, tea, coffee or cold drinks can be added. The written quote shows exactly what is included.
Are taxes included in the per-plate price?
Ask when Hari Event calls back. The written quote states whether taxes are included or added, so the total is clear before you pay the advance.
Can I get a buffet quote for a small group?
Yes. Share your guest count, date, venue and menu idea through Book Now, WhatsApp or a call, and Hari Event will send a written quote. Smaller groups may have a different per-plate rate.
Tell us the date and the guest count — we call back with ideas and a written quote. Nothing is charged online for an event service.