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We bring our culinary creativity, reliability, and flexible service to enhance your event. Our delicious menu is matched only by our exceptional service and knowledge of the UW campus.
We are experiencing a high volume of inquiries, and responses from our limited sales team may be delayed. We will respond to your inquiry as soon as possible, and your patience is appreciated.
Availability to provide services is not guaranteed. We recommend submitting your service request at least two weeks in advance, earlier if possible.
Thank you!
Bay Laurel Catering is the trusted and embedded caterer at the UW. We provide memorable catering for events ranging from all sizes, each one designed to be deliciously memorable.
Our Premier Catering offers a custom experience with buffets, receptions, and served meals. Work with us to elevate your event.
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We are the UW's caterer. Since 2007, we've delighted in elevating events with our made-from-scratch cuisine.
We can do it all! From boxed lunches to custom elegant events, our team excels in bringing your vision to life.
We offer competitive pricing and convenience. When you use your UW budget there is no sales tax and we don’t take gratuities.
We save you time. As the only UW Environmental Health and Safety-approved caterer you won’t need to navigate the food permit process.
We understand the UW. Our highly trained professional staff have extensive experience working with on and off campus event planners.
We know campus inside and out and have access to all event venues. You won’t have to wonder if your food will arrive on time.
"EVERYTHING was beautiful and delicious, and we received so many compliments from the guests. Thank you for working with me to make this occasion feel special and elevated!"
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"I just wanted to reach out and thank you for all of your help with catering our faculty retreat earlier this week. I am very appreciative of you and the rest of the folks at Bay Laurel!"
"I just wanted to follow up to let you know that the event was really wonderful. Students raved about the food… It really couldn’t have gone much better. Thanks again."
Bay Laurel’s chef-inspired menu is designed to offer great quality at a competitive price. We offer a wide variety of options and styles, including vegan and vegetarian dishes. We accommodate dietary needs such as allergen restrictions—all with consistent, reliable service.
Bay Laurel Catering is perfect for UW department meetings or events, such as:
Our kitchen is even located right on campus—we work where you work.
As part of our service, we:
Bay Laurel Catering is a trusted partner of the following UW campus event locations. We encourage you to contact these spaces when you are considering event space. Our partners include:
Questions? Contact us, we are happy to help!
Bay Laurel Catering has been serving the UW community since 2007. Our first year in Haggett Hall began with 15 full-time employees and 40 students. We now call Central Kitchen in Oliver Hall our home, designed with state-of-the-art equipment and housing a team of 23 full-time staff and 120 student employees. We handle approximately 4,500 event contracts per year including bars, beverage deliveries, meeting breaks, receptions and much more.
In addition to great food and outstanding service, Bay Laurel Catering plays a role in student success. Our revenue goes directly to help offset residents’ living expenses, helping us to support our Husky Home residents. Additionally, we train and employ UW students. This job experience encourages lifelong learning, enhances community involvement, and develops skills that will last a lifetime.
Eating well and living healthily are top priorities at Bay Laurel. Our delivery trucks are powered by renewable, cleaner-burning biodiesel fuel. We use 100% compostable tableware and packaging. Our team utilizes eco-friendly detergents, dishwashing liquids and cleaning chemicals. We are proud to purchase food from small businesses including Alki Bakery, Charlies Produce, Merlino Foods and the UW Farm.