Premium Hot Buffet & Grazing Table Services
Indulge in restaurant-quality buffet catering designed to delight every guest. From intimate celebrations to grand corporate events, we bring exceptional food and flawless service to your Melbourne venue.
We transform buffet catering from simple food service into a complete culinary experience. Our hot buffet service combines restaurant-quality dishes, professional presentation, and seamless service to create unforgettable moments for your guests. Whether you’re hosting a wedding, corporate event, private function, or celebration, we’ve designed every element to ensure complete satisfaction.
Restaurant-quality hot mains, sides, and accompaniments kept at perfect serving temperature in professional bain-marie warmers throughout your event.
Stunning, interactive grazing tables and feast platters that serve as both focal point and delicious shared experience for unforgettable moments.
Completely personalised buffet menus designed around your tastes, dietary needs, and event theme using only premium, locally-sourced ingredients.
Dedicated, trained service staff who ensure seamless buffet setup, refreshment, and presentation throughout your event for a stress-free celebration.
Full buffet setup with elegant presentation, professional bain-marie placement, and comprehensive cleanup after service for completely hassle-free catering.
Premium buffet catering at transparent, competitive prices. We believe exceptional quality shouldn’t come with an extortionate price tag.
Select from our range of restaurant-quality roasted meats, gourmet pasta dishes, and fresh seafood. Each prepared with premium ingredients and expert technique.
Choose your mix of hot and cold sides. Roasted vegetables, creamy potatoes, fresh salads, and seasonal accompaniments prepared with care and attention.
Crisp, locally-sourced seasonal greens with house-made dressing. A refreshing complement to your buffet mains and sides.
Fluffy, aromatic pilaf rice perfectly cooked to complement your main courses and round out the complete dining experience.
Warm, freshly baked dinner rolls served with premium butter. The perfect finishing touch to complete every guest’s meal.
Stunning seasonal fresh flower arrangements adorning your buffet table. Premium floral design that creates an elegant, memorable visual centrepiece for your event.
Professional tiered boxes create dynamic visual interest and professional presentation. Each tier showcases your food beautifully while optimising guest access and flow.
Our experienced chef oversees food preparation, maintains quality throughout service, and ensures everything is perfectly presented and at ideal serving temperature.
Trained, professional waitstaff assist with serving throughout your event. They handle buffet refreshment, ensure smooth guest flow, and provide attentive service so you can relax and enjoy.
Professional bain-marie warmers, serving utensils, napkins, cutlery, plates, and all service ware included. Expert setup and configuration throughout.
“We offer extensive buffet catering options tailored to every occasion, from intimate private dinners to large corporate functions. Each buffet is thoughtfully designed to reflect your event’s unique character.”
Looking for something different? We also offer stunning luxury grazing tables and feast platters for a more interactive, informal dining experience.
Looking for a completely plant-based buffet? We specialise in 100% vegan and vegetarian catering with delicious mains, sides, and salads. Check out our dedicated vegan and vegetarian catering menu.
Not seeing exactly what you want? We specialise in completely custom buffet menus. Our experienced culinary team designs menus around your preferences, dietary requirements, and event theme. Contact us today to discuss your vision.
Our mobile buffet catering services extend across Melbourne and surrounding regions. We bring the same exceptional cuisine and professional service to every venue type, from grand function centres and luxury hotels to beachside marquees, restaurants, wineries, and private homes.
We regularly service Melbourne CBD, South Yarra, Toorak, Brighton, Caulfield, Bayside, St Kilda, Port Melbourne, Williamstown, Sandringham, Mornington Peninsula, Geelong, Ballarat, and regional Victoria.
Enquire about venues outside our standard service areas. We’re often able to accommodate special requests and will work with you to make your buffet catering happen exactly where you want it.
Our team brings decades of expertise in creating exceptional buffet experiences. We’ve perfected every detail from menu design to service execution.
Every dish is prepared with the same care, technique, and premium ingredients used in fine dining establishments.
Professionally trained service staff who understand the importance of seamless execution and guest satisfaction.
We partner with premium local suppliers to ensure maximum quality and freshness in every buffet dish.
Your buffet menu is completely tailored to your preferences, dietary requirements, and event theme. No cookie-cutter solutions.
Premium buffet catering at competitive rates with clear, upfront quotes. No hidden fees or surprises.
We coordinate seamlessly with your other wedding vendors, venues, and planners for completely stress-free execution.
We accommodate all dietary needs including gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, nut allergies, and other specific requirements.
From initial consultation through to complete cleanup, we handle every detail so you can relax and enjoy your event.
Whatever the occasion, our buffet catering brings people together around delicious food and creates lasting memories.
Elegant buffet service for intimate ceremonies to grand celebrations. Customised menus that reflect your love story.
Professional buffet services for conferences, awards nights, team building, and corporate celebrations across Melbourne.
Intimate family gatherings, birthday celebrations, and milestone events catered with personal attention and premium service.
Sophisticated cocktail reception buffets, grazing tables, and canapés for premium standing events and receptions.
Affordable buffet catering for graduation celebrations, fundraisers, and university functions with diverse menu options.
Completely plant-based buffet menus with delicious vegan mains, sides, and salads. Perfect for vegan events and dietary-conscious celebrations.
Professional buffet catering for business conferences, trade shows, and professional seminars with seamless service.
Our buffet service includes hot mains, seasonal sides, cold salads, bread rolls, pilaf rice, professional service ware, bain-marie warmers, napkins, cutlery, plates, full setup, on-site service team, refreshment throughout service, and complete cleanup.
Absolutely. We specialise in completely customised menus tailored to your preferences, dietary requirements, cultural considerations, and event theme. Our experienced culinary team works with you to create the perfect buffet experience.
Pricing is calculated per person based on your guest count, date, and location. Once you enquire, we’ll send you a transparent quote with no hidden fees. Get in touch and we’ll provide pricing specific to your event details.
We provide mobile buffet catering across Melbourne CBD, suburbs, and regional Victoria including Brighton, South Yarra, Toorak, Bayside, St Kilda, Mornington Peninsula, and beyond. Enquire about your specific location.
Yes. We expertly cater for gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free, nut allergies, and all other specific dietary needs. Our menus clearly identify options for each requirement.
We recommend booking 4-8 weeks in advance for major events, though we often accommodate shorter timelines depending on availability. Contact us to discuss your specific date and requirements.
We’re flexible. Within our revision period, we can adjust menu items, add dietary options, or modify quantities. Contact us as soon as possible to discuss any changes needed.
Yes. We regularly cater for events of 50 to 300+ guests. Our scalable buffet setup, multiple service stations, and professional team ensure seamless service regardless of guest count.
Ready to delight your guests with restaurant-quality buffet catering? Let’s create something exceptional together.
Contact us for a personalised, no-obligation buffet catering quote tailored to your event.
With over 30 years combined experience creating exceptional buffet celebrations across Melbourne, HLB Catering delivers premium cuisine, professional service, and complete coordination. We’re committed to making your event stress-free and memorable, with attention to every detail from custom menu design to seamless execution and graceful cleanup.
Restaurant Quality. Five-Star Service. Fair Pricing. That’s HLB.
