Ali Oli Café and Bakery’s in-house dining menu shows that they serve almost anything. Since its establishment in 1986, the business has served Asian, British, Italian, and Moroccan cuisines.

We found it a delight to look at their catering services and see the same variety of cuisine, not just on the menu but in other options too.

Notably, Ali Oli caters for various events like BBQs, junks, picnics, and seasonal gatherings. However, we found it remarkable that they go even further for some events. 

For example, you can rent equipment or hire an on-site private chef and wait staff for events like cocktail receptions or home parties. We think this is useful for clients who would rather not worry about the details concerning food so they can focus on the party.

As for corporate events, Ali Oli offers the option to present the food using the client’s brand collaterals. This personalisation also applies to children’s parties and weddings, where you can have a custom cake or themed food. 

But what we like the most about Ali Oli is that the menu can be customised. If you want something not on their menu or if there are some foods you need to avoid, you can work with their team to create a new one.

In our opinion, all of these are a good display of Ali Oli’s flexibility. However, there are still a few things to note.

Ali Oli sets a deadline for seasonal events to prepare for the influx of orders. If you need catering during peak season, it’s best to sort it out early, as Ali Oli doesn’t accept late orders.

Another thing is that while Ali Oli delivers all over Hong Kong, they only have two kitchens. The farther you are from their two locations, the more you will pay for delivery.

Chefs Dennis and Anouska Villanueva started Delicious in 2003. And while 19 years in the business may not be as long as the others on this list, that was all they needed to be one of the best catering services in Hong Kong.

Under the leadership of these notable chefs, Delicious became the go-to catering service for huge clients. The likes of corporations, festivals, sporting events, and even superstars like Lady Gaga and Maroon 5.

Like most catering services in Hong Kong, Delicious does BBQs, corporate events, junks, private events, and weddings. However, what sets them apart is the level of their service.

If you avail of their finest package, Delicious will take care of the entire event for you. They will arrange everything from the chef, cutlery, decorations, entertainment, furniture, glassware, music, venue, and wait staff.

This level of service would’ve been surprising had we not known that Delicious goes as far as providing cruisers, junks, or luxury boats in their junk packages.

Because Delicious is very hands-on with every aspect of an event, it’s easy to see how it built its great reputation. 

But because of their popularity, Delicious continuously rakes in a lot of clients. This is something to keep in mind if you choose them as the caterer for your event, and we suggest booking them early.

Another thing to consider is the packages they offer since they take care of the entire event according to your budget and schedule. However, we still recommend checking the details to see if you need any changes and if they’ll allow it.

Habitu began as a small café in 2003 and now has eight branches across Hong Kong with a successful catering service.

Sticking to the food that made them thrive all these years, their catering menu mostly includes the fresh, home-styled, and organic gourmet dishes they serve at their café.

What struck us about the catering menu was how it differs from the other caterers in Hong Kong.

While Habitu can give you a complete lineup of meals for your event, you can also order like you would in a restaurant. This approach means you can decide your event’s meal course from start to finish.

You can choose from their plentiful selection of canapés, starters, mains, pastries, sandwiches, sweets, beverages, and more. In our opinion, these options make it easier to dodge unfavored food or prioritise your favourites.

But this is not the only praiseworthy thing about Habitu. The business also sends a complimentary table setup for every order, so you need not worry about presentation.

And should your event need it, you can rent a coffee bike or espresso bar, which a Habitu barista will tend to. Additionally, they have catering butlers who can do event planning, food service, table-setting, take photos, attend to guests, and more.

Aside from those extra services, what we admire the most about Habitu is how they try to accommodate as many orders as possible.

Not many catering services in Hong Kong take late orders for catering, but Habitu does. We also found it noteworthy that they are one of the few businesses that deliver as early as 8:30 in the morning!

Be that as it may, we simply can’t ignore some of their weak points.

Habitu’s menu is mostly European-centric, but they don’t offer a wide variety of cuisines. There also seems to be no option for hiring an on-site private chef, like other catering services have.

Invisible Kitchen caters to any event–casual or formal, corporate or private, small or large-scale, one-off or not.

Behind this proficient catering service is British chef Tom Burney. After years of training in France and three years working as a private chef in Hong Kong, Burney launched Invisible Kitchen with his wife, Laura Beaumont, in 2013.

Together, they created a catering service that lives by the motto: perfection is a series of small things done well. It’s clear to us that this principle propelled Invisible Kitchen to its current success.

Everything from the menu, dishes, ingredients, and even the suppliers has to be well-calculated and perfect. And this perfection is based on two things: the customer and Invisible Kitchen’s vision.

First, the team will make sure that the catering service is tailor-made for you. All decisions will be based on your budget, event type, food preference, and venue.

We also like that you can choose their level of involvement, from having the food delivered to let them handle every aspect of the event from start to finish.

The other thing the business considers for any catering venture is its passion for sustainability, which is what we like most about them. Invisible Kitchen is committed to staying as the “greenest” caterer in Hong Kong.

Because of their dedication to having little to no environmental impact, the team goes out of their way to ensure that everything they use for catering is sustainable. Everything from the ingredients, packaging, and utensils is eco-friendly and ethically sourced.

Admittedly, it’s hard to see a negative in this business that’s full of positives. The best we found is that their delivery services are not always readily available for some event types they cater to.

Unlike other catering services that try to offer as many cuisines as possible, Knead chooses to focus on its niche — healthy and filling quick bites.

And we think that this is where their strength lies. Focusing on serving quick bites, Knead successfully cemented itself as one of the best catering services in Hong Kong.

At first glance, their catering menu might look simple – only consisting of various types of bread, canapés, fruits, desserts, drinks, pastries, salads, and sandwiches.

But don’t be mistaken. Nothing about these options is easy and simple because Knead is very particular about food preparation.

Every day, Knead creates their meals from scratch. For us, it’s praiseworthy how they don’t take the easier way out and prepare the quick bites in advance.

Thankfully, this extra effort results in customers getting freshly made food.

But food preparation is not the only thing Knead makes an extra effort on. The business also makes sure to offer both vegan and vegetarian options for those who need them.

Another thing we appreciate about Knead is their ordering process and nationwide delivery. Unlike other catering services that can be a bit more complicated, expect ordering from Knead to be as easy as ordering from your favourite fast food restaurant.

Nonetheless, Knead still offers packages for event types most catering services in Hong Kong do. You can choose from their breakfast, lunch, junk, and party packages for your event.

All things considered, it’s pretty straightforward what Knead can offer. If you need a more diverse catering service, Knead might not be the one for you.

The next entry on this list is a bit more unique, offering micro kitchen services instead of traditional catering. Provenance is a multinational company known for distributing fast-moving food and beverage items.

Their online catalog features trendy items that make great snacks throughout busy days. These items are also up to 40% cheaper when purchased from Provenance since the company imports everything in large volumes.

It’s worth noting, though, that Provenance truly shines in the micro kitchen aspect of their services. The company has worked with some of the biggest companies in Hong Kong, providing them with staff hiring, food and beverage consultation, and sourcing to ensure that their kitchens and pantries are always stocked.

Provenance takes the time to get to know each client, familiarizing themselves with the company culture and required nutrition, all with the goal of procuring items that will keep the client’s team fed and energized.

La Casa Catering, an upscale catering business based in Hong Kong, has been delivering culinary excellence since 2016. Specializing in a variety of events, including corporate gatherings, weddings, private parties, and more, La Casa Catering is known for its fresh, seasonal, and delicious food offerings.

The catering options provided by La Casa are flexible and tailor-made to suit the unique requirements of each event. Whether it’s an executive cocktail party, a family set for a private gathering, or a corporate buffet, clients have a wide array of choices to meet their preferences.

Furthermore, La Casa goes beyond traditional catering by offering food and beverage solutions for various settings, including restaurants, cafes, company canteens, and school cafeterias. Their consulting services cover concept development, kitchen design, and menu ideation.

While the extensive menu options are provided, the review lacks information on pricing for specific catering services. Potential clients may need to inquire directly to obtain accurate cost estimates, potentially causing uncertainty during the decision-making process.

Overall, La Casa Catering impresses with its diverse catering services, culinary expertise, and commitment to quality and hygiene. The central kitchen, extensive menu, and flexibility in catering options contribute to a positive overall experience.