central Kentucky ⋅ Louisville ⋅ Cincinnati and surrounding areas
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Bayou Bluegrass Catering is a full-service catering company in Lexington, Kentucky, specializing in wedding catering, corporate catering, bar services, private events, and Southern-inspired cuisine throughout Central Kentucky and surrounding areas. From Cajun classics and Kentucky favorites to elevated buffets, plated dinners, and cocktail receptions, our team creates memorable dining experiences from start to finish
PICK-UP & DELIVERY ORDERS AVAILABLE
Bayou Bluegrass Catering offers fresh, homemade-style meals available for easy pickup or delivery through Tock and ezCater. Whether you’re planning a corporate meeting, office lunch, team celebration, or a casual gathering at home, our chef-prepared menus make hosting simple. Order online in just a few clicks and let us handle the meal.
OUR options
HORS D'OEUVRES
A selection of hot and cold bite-sized appetizers perfect for cocktail hours, receptions, and social gatherings.
GRAZING TABLES
Hand-selected cheeses, charcuterie,berry compote, nuts, local honey, fresh fruit, house-made dips, and more…
BUFFET STYLE
Entrées paired with your choice of sides, salads, and fresh bread — from single-entrée buffets to our all-inclusive dinner and bar package.
PLATED dinners
An elegant plated dining experience where each course is prepared and served to guests
chef-attended + carving STATIONS
Chef-carved meats and made-to-order stations, prepared fresh in front of guests
BREAKFAST AND BRUNCH
A delicious selection of breakfast and brunch favorites, perfect for morning meetings and celebrations
and more…
“Bayou Bluegrass Catering catered a wedding I planned at Berry Hill Mansion this past summer. The owner, Shanna and her team were wonderful to work with on this wedding. I appreciated Bayou Bluegrass communicating with me before the wedding day to go over all the little details. Special thank you to the amazing team: Allison, Chef Ben, Allie, James, and Reena for providing excellent service to the wedding guests and the bride and groom. The team went above and beyond! One of the team members even ran out to get a special salad dressing to accommodate a guest with dietary needs. The food was delicious and beautifully presented. I look forward to working with Bayou Bluegrass Catering again for future events!”
-Julie S.
“Bayou Bluegrass Catering was incredible at our corporate tailgate at Keeneland! The food was delicious, beautifully presented, and a total crowd-pleaser. Jacob and John were a blast to work with — professional, fun with upbeat energy and made everything seamless and stress free. From setup to cleanup, they handled it all with attention to detail and hospitality. With guests from over 10 states, Bayou Bluegrass Catering made sure Kentucky shined its brightest. Highly recommend and will work with them again!”
-Shirley M.
“I was recommended to use Bayou Bluegrass Catering by Tiffany Tackett from Manchester Music Hall for my niece’s wedding. They were amazing. The food was delicious and the presentation was lovely. Staff was wonderful and went above and beyond. Super professional and easy to work with. Would use them a million times over!”
-Erica H.
bar services
Complete your event experience with professional bartending services and customizable bar and beverages packages from Bayou Bluegrass Catering.
From signature cocktails and bourbon tastings to full-service bars, champagne toasts, wine service, local beer selections, and handcrafted mocktails. We offer flexible beverage service options, including hosted bar packages, consumption-based packages, and cash/card bar options designed to fit your event style, guest count, and budget.
Whether you are planning an elegant wedding reception, a corporate event, or a casual celebration, Bayou Bluegrass Catering delivers professional bartending services and customized bar packages designed to elevate your event.
Complete Your Table Setting
Pair your catering with our Eventful Rentals of the Bluegrass tabletop rentals designed to impress. Browse our selection of dinnerware, glassware, flatware, chargers, linens, and more to bring your event together beautifully.
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about us
Since 1998, our flagship company, Bayou Bluegrass Catering has been Central Kentucky’s most trusted name in wedding and event catering. Our unique culinary approach blends Louisiana Cajun traditions with Kentucky comfort, creating bold flavors and memorable flavors crafted with fresh, high-quality ingredients — many sourced locally through our Kentucky Proud certification and from our own farm.
From elegant plated dinners and flavorful buffets to abundant hors d’oeuvres, interactive stations, and themed cuisine experiences, we tailor each menu to reflect your vision. With decades of combined expertise, we proudly serve weddings, social events, corporate gatherings, galas, university functions, fundraisers, rehearsal dinners, wedding brunches, and community celebrations across Central Kentucky.
Bonus: Book Bayou Bluegrass Catering for your event at any JHG venue and receive a reduced venue rental rate!
Cuisine Specialties
Cajun & Louisiana-Inspired
Our signature! Bold, soulful flavors
Southern & Kentucky Comfort
Timeless Southern comfort classics
Italian &
Mediterranean
Fresh, vibrant, and crowd-pleasing
Themed Menus
Flavor-forwad themed experiences
Slow-Smoked BBQ
Deeply smoked, rich with flavor
Asian-Inspired Fusion
Bold, modern flavor layers
More than Catering. Everything you need to bring your event to life.
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why choose bayou bluegrass catering?
Since 1998, our team has been creating memorable wedding catering, corporate catering, and event experiences throughout Lexington and Central Kentucky with a focus on bold flavors and personalized service. Known for our unique blend of Louisiana Cajun traditions and Kentucky comfort food, we offer customizable menus, professional bartending services, drop-off and delivery options, boxed lunches, buffet catering, plated dinners, and interactive culinary experiences designed to match your event vision
As part of Johnson Hospitality Group, clients also benefit from access to venues, rentals, floral services, and event coordination all under one hospitality team, making the planning process easier, more streamlined, and stress-free from start to finish
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Frequently Asked Questions
What bar service packages does Bayou Bluegrass Catering offer?
Bar packages include hosted bar options, consumption-based bar, and cash/card bar service, all based on up to 4 hours of service. Different cocktails and spirits are available depending on the package selected.
Does Bayou Bluegrass Catering accommodate dietary restrictions?
Yes. Gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian, and other special meal requests are available across the menus; these should be requested in advance with your event manager.
Is delivery or drop-off catering available?
Yes. Bayou Bluegrass Catering offers pick-up/delivery orders and boxed lunches in addition to full-service, staffed catering.
How do I get pricing guides or a menu quote?
You can fill out the contact form to request our full pricing across all JHG services, and a team member will follow up with the guides.
Do you provide catering outside of your venues?
Absolutely. Bayou Bluegrass Catering serves events throughout Lexington and the surrounding areas, whether your event is at one of our venues, a private residence, a corporate office, or another event venue.
Do you offer tastings?
Yes. Wedding couples who book with us may have the opportunity to attend one of our seasonal tasting events or schedule a private tasting for an additional fee.
Does Bayou Bluegrass Catering provide servers and event staff?
Yes. Depending on your event size, service style, and selected menu, additional chefs, servers, bartenders, buffet attendants, and event staff may be added to the final pricing.
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