Updated November 12, 2026 · All prices in USD
Food for 50 people starts at $599.50 with Wallaby’s Basic one-meat catering package at $11.99 per person. With the listed $30 standard delivery fee, that planning example becomes $629.50 before applicable taxes and any upgrades or other charges. Your event address, menu and service needs determine your final quote.
Compare the food budget for 50
These examples multiply each listed per-person package price by 50. They are estimates for planning, not a confirmed booking or an all-inclusive price.
| Package | Per person | Food for 50 | With $30 delivery* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic · one meat | $11.99 | $599.50 | $629.50 |
| Basic · two meats | $12.99 | $649.50 | $679.50 |
| Premium | $16.99 | $849.50 | $879.50 |
| Elite | $19.99 | $999.50 | $1,029.50 |
*Before applicable taxes, menu upgrades, service charges and any other charges confirmed in your quote. Confirm delivery availability, pricing and order minimums for your address. Elite is listed for groups of 30 or more.
What’s included?
Basic: a straightforward spread
Choose one or two signature meats, one side, fresh garden salad, and fresh rolls with cinnamon butter. The two-meat option adds $50 to the food budget for 50 guests.
Premium: add sides and dessert
Two meats, two sides, fresh garden salad, rolls with cinnamon butter and a choice of dessert. At 50 guests, Premium is $200 more than Basic with two meats.
Elite: more variety
Three meats, two sides plus loaded smashers, fresh garden salad, rolls with cinnamon butter and a choice of dessert. At 50 guests, Elite is $150 more than Premium.
What can change the total?
- Meat upgrades: listed beef selections add $2.50 per person; ribs add $2 per person. For 50 guests, that is $125 or $100 respectively for an applicable upgrade. Confirm how upgrades apply to your selections.
- Delivery: standard delivery is listed at $30. Confirm your event address, date and final charges.
- Staffed service: full service is listed for two hours at a 15% service charge with an 80-person minimum. A 50-person food order does not meet that listed service minimum; ask our team about your event needs.
- Taxes and event details: request an itemized quote for the final amount, menu availability and any additional requirements.
Buffet, boxed lunches or pans?
Buffet style is standard. Boxed lunches are available on request; confirm format, selections and pricing with our team. For an office lunch, share your meal time and delivery location. For a wedding or celebration, include your venue and any service requirements.
Already covering part of the meal? Our à la carte menu includes meats, sides, rolls and BBQ sauce. Pan serving ranges are estimates; tell us whether the food is the main meal or an addition so we can help plan quantities.
Where can you order?
Wallaby’s caters in Utah County and Salt Lake County. Explore our service areas, including American Fork, Lehi, Pleasant Grove, Orem, Provo and Draper. Delivery availability depends on your event details and address.
Planning a team meal? See corporate catering. For a celebration, explore wedding and event catering or holiday catering.
Need gluten-free menu options?
Over 10 years of gluten-free experience. Wallaby’s has offered gluten-free and gluten-friendly options to our customers for more than a decade. Plan your event with an experienced team, and tell us about your guests’ dietary needs so we can help you choose your menu and discuss preparation details.
Our catering meats and sauces are gluten-free. Our sides are gluten-free except mac and cheese and the croutons on the salad. Please request salad without croutons. Rolls and desserts are not included in this gluten-free menu statement.
Read our gluten-free catering guide and discuss preparation requirements with our team before ordering.
Get a quote that fits your event
Send your event date, address, estimated headcount, preferred package and dietary or service needs. Our team can confirm availability, minimums, preparation details and final pricing. For a nearby event date, call 385-498-1721 before relying on availability.
Menu prices and availability are subject to confirmation. This guide uses the prices currently listed on Wallaby’s Catering’s website.