
PRICING
Review our flexible pricing structure and curated packages — designed to fit a variety of event formats, guest counts, and service levels.
Catering Pricing & Packages | RAPT Hospitality NYC
Explore pricing ranges and what’s included in RAPT’s culinary and hospitality services for luxury events and brand activations in New York City.
All projects include custom menu planning, logistics management, and white-glove coordination.
DINING EXPERIENCES & EVENT MENUS
Canapés & Passed Bites: $35–$50 per guest
Coursed Meals: $95–$200 per guest
Food Stations: $40–$125 per guest
Outdoor Food Cart: $6,000 (3-hour service for 60–100 guests. Includes transport, branded serving materials, and curated menu. Add florals for $500.)
Artisan Grazing Table: $40–$75 per guest
Dessert Station: $25–$50 per guest
Drop-Off Catering: Starting at $45 per guest (Includes compostable serviceware, coordinated delivery, and light setup.)
Only food features relevant to the scope of your event will be included in your proposal.
BARS, COCKTAILS & BEVERAGE PROGRAMS
Full-Service Bar Packages: Starting at $55 per guest (Includes curated menu, mixers, garnishes, ice, bar equipment, staffing, and necessary permitting.)
Cocktail Hour Only: Starting at $35 per guest
Mixologist Services Only: $250–$500 (per bartender, 5-hour minimum)
Dry Hire Bar Setup (You provide the alcohol): Starting at $25 per guest
Only beverage services relevant to the scope of your event will be included in your proposal.
EVENT STAFFING & SERVICE LEADERSHIP
Waitstaff: $180–$300 (5-hour minimum)
Chefs: Starting at $300 (flat rate)
Bartenders: $180–$300 (5-hour minimum)
Event Captains: $200–$400 (flat rate)
Event Coordinators: Starting at $400 (flat rate)
Operations Managers: Starting at $450 (flat rate)
Final staffing costs are based on event scale, duration, and service style. Only roles relevant to your event will be included.
PRODUCTION & EVENT ENHANCEMENTS
Equipment Rentals: Starting at $3,000 (Includes tables, chairs, linens, dinnerware, glassware, bar units, pop-up kitchen, and bar equipment.)
Florals: $300–$800 per arrangement
Lighting & AV: Starting at $2,000
Fabrication & Custom Décor: Starting at $3,000
Custom Branding (e.g., signage, decals): Starting at $1,000
Tent Rentals: Starting at $5,000
Entertainment (DJ/Band): Starting at $2,500
Photography & Videography: Starting at $3,000
Permitting & Insurance: Included in full-service packages
Site Visits & Planning Meetings: $150 per hour
Tastings: $500 for up to 4 guests (applied to final invoice if booked)
Only production elements relevant to the scope of your event will be included in your proposal.
ADMINISTRATIVE FEES & EVENT COMPLIANCE
Liquor Permit: $1,800 per day (applied only when required)
Administrative Fee: 20% of subtotal (applied to all invoices)
Credit Card Processing Fee: 4% (waived when using ACH transfer)
Travel Fees: Applied for events outside our primary service areas
Deposit: 50% non-refundable for bookings made more than 30 days in advance
Final Payment: Due 30 days before event
Cancellation Policy: No refunds for cancellations made within 14 days of event
Gratuities: Not included. Optional tipping available post-event on final invoice
Administrative charges cover planning, compliance, client communication, vendor coordination, and permitting support.