The Early Katering Company

Stress-Free Catering Experience

Tell us your vision, and we’ll create the perfect menu. From setup to cleanup, we handle everything. Enjoy your event without the stress and have more time with your guests in the moment!

High-Quality Ingredients

At Early Katering, we believe great food starts with great ingredients. We use only the freshest, high-quality meats, seafood, and produce to craft delicious, flavorful dishes.

Main Dish Packages

Our Main Dish Packages offer a variety of expertly prepared entrees to suit any event. From Southern-Style Baked Chicken and Beef Medallions to Maryland-Style Crab Cakes.

Our Venue

"The Rocktown Terrace"

Early Katering offers catering at our Venue for parties of up to 120 guests!

We Take Care Of Everything

Main Courses

Beef, Chicken, Pork & Seafood!

Appitizers

Succulent appetizers your guests will love!

Bar & Beverage Service

We pour for you to enjoy!

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Areas We Serve

We can cater events off site as well. For years we have served the areas in and around Harrisonburg, Lexington, Roanoke, Farmville, Lynchburg, Free Union, Gordansville, Charlottesville, Faber, Scottsville, Crozet, Luray, New Market and Shenandoah County!

Formal Or Informal

At Early Katering, we cater to both formal and informal events at Rocktown Terrace, offering a seamless dining experience tailored to your needs. Whether you’re planning an elegant plated dinner or a laid-back buffet-style gathering, our expert team ensures exceptional service and delicious cuisine. From beautifully presented entrees to casual comfort food, we create the perfect menu to match your event’s style. Let us bring your vision to life at Rocktown Terrace!

Planning Your Event

Testimonials

I rented the Early Katering Rocktown Hall for my family's Thanksgiving dinner, and I couldn't be happier with the experience. Grace was amazing! She worked with me for months and was incredibly patient with all my questions and any changes I wanted to make. The hall comfortably accommodated 100 people and featured a bar and a TV, perfect for watching the football games on that day. There is a buffet room where we could set up all the food, keeping it out of the way of the seating area. Tables, chairs, and tablecloths were all included in the rental. The hall was beautifully decorated, and my family was very impressed with how everything looked. I also have to mention the turkey we had catered—it tasted even better than the one we prepared ourselves! I highly recommend Early Katering Company for any catering or rental needs. I would rate them 10/10!
Jaime K
We had an excellent experience with Early Catering Company at our wedding this past weekend. The food and service staff members were remarkable. The staff was experienced, prompt, self-guided, clean, and friendly. We received all positive feedback from our wedding guests not only about the meal but about the joyful interactions they had with the catering staff. Craig was excellent at ensuring we had everything we needed throughout the evening, including packaging up leftovers before leaving. Thank you again! We highly recommend and I know some of our guest are already planning to use Early Catering Company at future events.
Holden T.
What an amazing team Early Katering in Harrisonburg,VA is! From the very early stages of planning Early Katering paid close attention to detail. We met with a staff member who went over the menu with enthusiasm and detail. We set up a tasting of our selections and they delivered taste and excellence. Brynne kept us updated on every detail. The staff at Early Katering was very professional and considerate. We received so compliments on the food from our guests. If you are planning an event make Early Katering your #1 choice! You will be very glad you did.
Amy H.

Fresh Fruit

Our freshly prepared salads are made with crisp greens, ripe vegetables, and house-made dressings to complement any meal. Choose from classics like Caesar and Garden Salad, or try something unique like our Spinach Salad with Strawberries & Mandarin Oranges​

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Meat Carving Stations

We will slice your briscuit, prime rib or other meats for your guests.

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The pleasure of eating

At Early Katering, we specialize in serving large groups quickly and efficiently without compromising quality. Whether you’re hosting a wedding, corporate event, or family gathering, our experienced team ensures fresh, hot meals are served smoothly and on time. With buffet, plated, and family-style service options, we tailor our approach to fit your event. From setup to cleanup, we handle everything—so you can focus on enjoying the occasion while we take care of the rest!

 
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Find Us

Address

2061F Evelyn Byrd Ave, Harrisonburg, VA 22801

Opening hours

Monday – Sunday For Scheduled Events

Phone number

1+540-801-8139