Cost guide
How much does halal catering cost?
A halal buffet costs £15 to £25 per head delivered, and a served or staffed halal event menu £20 to £35. For weddings and walima receptions with staff, a minimum spend of £800 to £1,500 is common. Grill menus with lamb chops or mixed grill sit at the upper end.
Typical prices
Ranges, not quotes. A quote depends on your room.
| Work | Typical UK price |
|---|---|
| Halal cold or finger buffet, per head | £10 to £18 |
| Halal hot buffet, per head | £15 to £25 |
| Served halal event menu, per head | £20 to £35 |
| Mixed grill or lamb menu, per head | £25 to £40 |
| Minimum spend, staffed event | £800 to £1,500 |
Ask which body certifies the meat and whether that matches what your family or guests expect. Stunned and non-stunned halal meat are both sold in the UK, and the certification bodies differ on it.
What moves the price
- Meat and cuts. Lamb chops, mixed grill and whole roast lamb cost more than chicken curries and biryani.
- Service. A delivered buffet is cheaper than staff serving at the table.
- Guest numbers against the minimum spend. Small events pay the minimum.
- Menu breadth. More starters, mains and desserts mean more per head.
- Location and travel. London and long journeys add to the price.
Who quotes for it
1 of the 2,162 caterers listed on this site take on halal catering.
Where they are: Luton (1).
Questions about halal catering
Do halal caterers do weddings and walima?
Yes, and many specialise in them, including large receptions with staff. Many also cover mehndi nights and other wedding events.
What is aqiqah catering?
Aqiqah is a celebration after a child's birth, at which meat from a sacrificed animal is shared with family, friends and those in need. Some halal caterers arrange the meat and cook it for the gathering; ask what they include.