The number of guests inevitably affects your catering prices. Catering a large family gathering for example could cost you anywhere between 30-40k INR. The per plate cost of a buffet style meal could range from INR250-600, depending on the choice of Cuisine, the number of vegetarian options and the costlier non-vegetarian variants. Different Types of Caterers (With Average Pricing) Drop Off Catering – $12-$20 per person Buffet Style Catering – $25-$50 per person Food Truck Catering (Mobile Catering) – $20-$40 per person Traditional Catering – $50-$120 per person Private Chefs/Custom Catering – $120+ per person Catering prices are $10 to $35 per person for basic party food or drop-off service. Catering costs $30 to $150 per person for formal plated meals, a buffet, or food stations. On average, caterers charge $500 to $7,500 for 50 guests, $1,000 to $15,000 for 100 guests, and $1,500 to $23,000 for 150 guests. Catering cost by guests. Guests. x5Ie.