Free catering calculator

Know your catering cost
before you commit

Build your event menu, adjust guest count, and get an instant estimate — then order directly through our catering partner.

Free to use  ·  No sign-up required  ·  Instant results
500+
Events calculated
2 min
Average estimate time
$0
Cost to use
50+
Menu options

Catering orders fulfilled by our partner  Cubicle Kitchens — LA's top office catering platform.  Visit cubiclekitchens.com

How it works
From estimate to delivery in 4 steps
CaterEstimate does the math. Cubicle Kitchens does the cooking.
1

Build your menu

Select your event type, guest count, service style, and menu items using our free calculator.

2

Get your instant estimate

See a full cost breakdown — food, delivery, setup, gratuity, and tax — updated live as you build.

3

Order on Cubicle Kitchens

When you're ready, click through to Cubicle Kitchens to place your order with one of 50+ restaurant partners.

4

Food arrives at your office

Cubicle Kitchens handles delivery, setup, and everything in between. You just enjoy the event.

Free calculator
Build your catering estimate

Customize every detail — your total updates instantly as you go.

STEP 1 Event details
STEP 2 Build your menu
Main course
Sides & salads
Beverages
Desserts
STEP 3 Extras & gratuity
YOUR ESTIMATE Cost breakdown $0 / person
$0
Food & beverage
$0
Service & delivery
20
Guests
Food & beverage subtotal$0.00
Delivery fee$0.00
Setup & staffing$0.00
Rentals$0.00
Gratuity$0.00
Tax (8.25%)$0.00
Estimated total $0.00
Add menu items above to see your full estimate.
Catering fulfilled by

Ready to place your order?

CaterEstimate gives you the numbers. Cubicle Kitchens makes it happen — 50+ restaurant partners, on-time delivery, and full setup included.

CaterEstimate is an independent estimator tool. Orders are placed and fulfilled by Cubicle Kitchens. Final pricing may vary.
Why CaterEstimate
Stop guessing. Start planning.
Most event planners waste hours getting quotes. CaterEstimate gives you a real number in 2 minutes.
2 min

Instant estimates

No forms, no waiting. Build your menu and see the full cost breakdown immediately — including tax and gratuity.

100%

Free to use

No sign-up, no subscription, no hidden fees. CaterEstimate is completely free for event planners and office managers.

50+

Restaurant options

When you order through Cubicle Kitchens, you get access to 50+ curated restaurant partners across LA.

$0

No commitment

Use the calculator to explore options before you commit. Save your estimate and order when you're ready.

Reviews
What event planners say
★★★★★
"I used CaterEstimate to plan our quarterly all-hands and had a real budget number in minutes. Ordered through Cubicle Kitchens and it was flawless."
Sarah M.
Office Manager, Tech Startup — Los Angeles
★★★★★
"Finally a tool that gives me real numbers before I commit. I've used it for 3 events now. The estimate was spot-on every time."
James T.
Events Coordinator — Beverly Hills
★★★★★
"My boss asked for a catering budget by EOD. I used CaterEstimate, had a number in 3 minutes, and ordered through Cubicle Kitchens that afternoon."
Priya L.
Executive Assistant, Law Firm — Century City