10 Best Office Caterers in Boston: Who to Call for Your Next Corporate Lunch

Feb 20

Finding a reliable office caterer in Boston isn't hard. Finding one that consistently delivers on quality, shows up on time, and doesn't require three follow-up emails just to confirm an order — that's the real challenge. Whether you're feeding 15 people for a lunch meeting or 200 for an all-hands event, here are ten of the best corporate caterers in the Boston area worth knowing about.

1. Metro Catering

One of the most trusted names in Boston corporate catering, Metro has been serving the city's offices for over 30 years with a reputation for reliability and scale.

✅ Serves government agencies, nonprofits, and private sector companies
✅ Handles groups from small meetings to 500+ person luncheons
✅ Delivery and pickup available; individually wrapped options on request
✅ Known for accommodating last-minute orders

2. Milk Street Cafe

A Boston institution since 1981, Milk Street brings four decades of scratch-made cooking to corporate catering across the city.

✅ Everything made from scratch in-house daily
✅ Wide range of dietary restrictions accommodated
✅ Loyalty program with perks including Celtics tickets and hotel stays
✅ Unsold food donated to local food bank at end of each day
✅ Menus span from morning pastry spreads to full lunch buffets

3. Rebecca's Culinary Group

Recognized by the Boston Business Journal as the largest caterer in Massachusetts, Rebecca's is built for corporate clients who need scale and reliability.

✅ Serves Boston, Cambridge, and Longwood
✅ Same-day delivery windows available
✅ Customizable menus for any dietary need or event type
✅ Handles breakfast, boxed lunches, hot entrees, and holiday events
✅ Streamlined ordering process designed for corporate environments

4. Basil Tree Catering

Cambridge-based and woman-owned, Basil Tree is the go-to for offices that care about sustainability without sacrificing quality.

✅ Compostable, clearly labeled packaging on all boxed lunches
✅ Rotating menu keeps repeat orders fresh
✅ Highly responsive team from inquiry through day-of delivery
✅ Trusted by MIT Sloan, Foundation Medicine, and dozens of Boston institutions
✅ LGBTQIA+ owned and committed to local sourcing

5. Boston Catering & Events

With 35 years in the business, Boston Catering & Events is a dependable partner for both recurring office lunches and full-service corporate events.

✅ Globally trained culinary team with varied, creative menus
✅ Handles everything from all-hands lunches to holiday parties
✅ Known for punctuality and easy communication
✅ Strong track record with regular, ongoing corporate accounts

6. Above and Beyond Catering

For corporate events that need to make an impression, Above and Beyond brings creativity and full event support alongside the food.

✅ 25+ years of award-winning catering in Greater Boston
✅ Fresh, seasonal menus updated regularly
✅ Hands-on event planning support included
✅ Preferred vendor at several of Boston's top event venues
✅ Best suited for client dinners, team celebrations, and office holiday parties

7. Cafe Luna Catering (formerly Jules Catering)

Operating since 1987 from a 12,000-square-foot commissary on the Somerville/Cambridge line, Cafe Luna is a precision-focused partner for institutional and corporate clients.

✅ Nearly 40 years serving Boston-area law firms, universities, and pharma companies
✅ Well-trained, professionally attired staff
✅ Full range from boxed lunches to conference buffets to corporate dinners
✅ Long-term employee retention reflects consistent quality standards

8. Viga Italian Eatery & Caterer

A downtown Boston fixture since 1999, Viga is the reliable choice for offices in the Financial District and Back Bay looking for fresh, affordable Italian-focused catering.

✅ Multiple locations across downtown Boston
✅ Italian-focused menu: pasta, calzones, sandwiches, salads, daily specials
✅ Made fresh daily from local and seasonal ingredients
✅ Competitive pricing for the quality delivered
✅ Handles both small team lunches and large corporate events

9. The Catered Affair

For high-stakes corporate events at premium venues, The Catered Affair is one of the most acclaimed full-service operations in New England.

✅ Nationally recognized for culinary creativity and presentation
✅ Deep experience at Boston's top institutional and corporate venues
✅ Full-service event management — not just drop-off catering
✅ Ideal for client galas, executive dinners, and large-scale conferences

10. ANI Catering & Cafe — Belmont, MA

For offices that want something beyond the standard sandwich rotation, ANI brings 30+ years of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern catering to the Boston corporate market.

✅ Chicken shawarma platters, falafel, hummus, kabobs, and fresh salads
✅ Food travels well and is easy to eat in a conference room setting
✅ Generous portions, fresh ingredients, family-run with 30+ years of experience
✅ Customized quotes for groups of any size
✅ Serves offices across the Greater Boston metro area

Open Monday through Saturday, 11am to 8pm.

👉 Request a corporate catering quote at anicateringandcafe.com

Full disclosure: ANI Catering & Cafe is our family's business and we're proud to be part of Boston's catering community. The other nine companies on this list are included on their own merits — they represent some of the best and most established corporate caterers in the city.

Whether you're feeding a team of 10 or an office of 300, Boston has no shortage of excellent catering options. The key is finding one that matches your budget, your food culture, and your operational needs — and then sticking with them long enough to build a real working relationship.

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Ani Janessian