CATERING
POLICIES
Catering Orders
Please allow 24-hour notice for catering requests. Last minute orders are subject to acceptance and may result in additional charges. Orders can be placed by phone at (571) 266-5440/5441.
All catering orders are presented on high quality black disposable platters unless otherwise arranged. All hot Entrées are presented in stainless steel or disposable chafing dishes.
Deposits
A 50% deposit is required to confirm a large event (over $1,000) and must be paid on the date that the contract is signed and executed. Balance is due on the date of the event.
Payments
Simply Elegant Catering accepts cash, checks with proper identification, Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover. We also offer corporate credit accounts. For questions about ordering or opening an account, please call (571) 266-5440.
Cancellations
Cancellations are accepted only if made by 2 p.m. the day prior to the delivery date, and 48 hours in advance on weekend orders. Violations of this policy will result in 100% charges of the total event. One week notice is required for events over $1,000 with no charge to the customer, otherwise event orders canceled with less than one week notice, 75% of the estimated fee will be charged.
Delivery and Pick-Up
Simply Elegant Catering can deliver throughout the entire Washington Metropolitan area including Virginia, Maryland and Washington DC. Deliveries will be charged by the mile. Minimum delivery charge is $15. A minimum order of $75 is required for all deliveries. Orders may also be picked up at our Reston location at 11600 Sunrise Valley Dr. Reston, VA 20191. There is no minimum order for pick-up catering requests.
Catered and Full-Service Events
Simply Elegant Catering can assist you with creating a custom menu for your event and all of your party needs including service staff, floral arrangements, china, glassware, flatware and linens.
Privacy Policy
We will never share your contact information with anyone. We only use your information when needing to call you about particular orders, or if you’ve specifically requested that we contact you.