Buffet for 50 guests
Buffet catering for 50 guests with a clear budget
Fifty guests is the point where buffet planning benefits from clear categories: finger food, hot dishes, salads, sides, and desserts. Below are four model options by food budget per person.
buffet catering for 50 guests
How to read the prices for 50 guests
These figures cover food and menu items only. Staffing, delivery, and rentals are calculated separately based on location, event length, and service scope.
What is and is not included
Amounts on this page show estimated food pricing based on menu items. Delivery, staffing, equipment, event length, and exact service are calculated separately.
Budget
600 Kč/ person
Light starter buffet
Best for a shorter event, networking, or adding food to drinks. It relies on finger food, bread, a simple salad, and dessert.
- Best for
- short networking
- Target food budget
- 30,000 Kč
- Model basket
- 30,029 Kč
- Model per person
- 601 Kč
Menu composition
Example for 50 guests
| Item | Quantity | Unit price | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mini wrap with herb cream cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, feta, cucumber and lettuceVegetarian | 91 pcs | 60 Kč / pcs | 5,460 Kč |
| Roast beef on arugula salad with pepper mayo and bread croutonMeat | 57 pcs | 95 Kč / pcs | 5,415 Kč |
| White/wholegrain baguette - ham, cheese, butter, lettuce, tomatoFilled Baguettes & Sandwiches | 58 pcs | 85 Kč / pcs | 4,930 Kč |
| Chickpea hummus with coriander and tortilla chipsAppetizers & Salads | 11 kg | 520 Kč / kg | 5,720 Kč |
| Homemade white breadSides | 31.5 kg | 140 Kč / kg | 4,410 Kč |
| Whipped lime mascarpone with mango / passion fruitSweet | 46 pcs | 89 Kč / pcs | 4,094 Kč |
Budget
1,200 Kč/ person
Balanced buffet
A universal hot-and-cold option that can comfortably feed guests through a longer part of the event.
- Best for
- standard party
- Target food budget
- 60,000 Kč
- Model basket
- 59,926 Kč
- Model per person
- 1,199 Kč
Menu composition
Example for 50 guests
| Item | Quantity | Unit price | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mini wrap with herb cream cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, feta, cucumber and lettuceVegetarian | 146 pcs | 60 Kč / pcs | 8,760 Kč |
| Roast beef on arugula salad with pepper mayo and bread croutonMeat | 92 pcs | 95 Kč / pcs | 8,740 Kč |
| White/wholegrain baguette - ham, cheese, butter, lettuce, tomatoFilled Baguettes & Sandwiches | 93 pcs | 85 Kč / pcs | 7,905 Kč |
| Greek salad - cucumber, tomato, olives, iceberg, dressing, dillAppetizers & Salads | 24 kg | 380 Kč / kg | 9,120 Kč |
| Chicken schnitzelHot Buffet | 14 kg | 840 Kč / kg | 11,760 Kč |
| Jasmine riceSides | 17 kg | 415 Kč / kg | 7,055 Kč |
| Whipped lime mascarpone with strawberries / forest fruitsSweet | 74 pcs | 89 Kč / pcs | 6,586 Kč |
Budget
1,800 Kč/ person
Richer hot and cold buffet
Adds a stronger hot section, grill items, more salads, and desserts. Useful when the buffet is the main meal of the event.
- Best for
- buffet as the main meal
- Target food budget
- 90,000 Kč
- Model basket
- 89,761 Kč
- Model per person
- 1,795 Kč
Menu composition
Example for 50 guests
| Item | Quantity | Unit price | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mini wrap with herb cream cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, feta, cucumber and lettuceVegetarian | 182 pcs | 60 Kč / pcs | 10,920 Kč |
| Roast beef on arugula salad with pepper mayo and bread croutonMeat | 115 pcs | 95 Kč / pcs | 10,925 Kč |
| Cucumber salsa with radishes, smoked salmon and dill cream cheeseMeat | 104 pcs | 105 Kč / pcs | 10,920 Kč |
| Cold cuts platter - 6 types of cold cuts, capers, olivesAppetizers & Salads | 7 kg | 1,655 Kč / kg | 11,585 Kč |
| Chicken schnitzelHot Buffet | 17.5 kg | 840 Kč / kg | 14,700 Kč |
| Chicken breast marinated in lemon and herbsGrill | 19.5 kg | 730 Kč / kg | 14,235 Kč |
| Grilled vegetablesSides | 7.5 kg | 1,105 Kč / kg | 8,288 Kč |
| Whipped lime mascarpone with strawberries / forest fruitsSweet | 92 pcs | 89 Kč / pcs | 8,188 Kč |
Budget
2,400 Kč/ person
Premium buffet with grill
A premium build with selected meats, fish or seafood, grill items, and a rich cold section.
- Best for
- premium event
- Target food budget
- 120,000 Kč
- Model basket
- 120,208 Kč
- Model per person
- 2,404 Kč
Menu composition
Example for 50 guests
| Item | Quantity | Unit price | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rye bread with whipped herb foam, cheese and dried figsVegetarian | 741 pcs | 45 Kč / pcs | 33,345 Kč |
| Roast beef on arugula with honey-mustard dressingAppetizers & Salads | 23.5 kg | 1,505 Kč / kg | 35,368 Kč |
| Grilled vegetablesSides | 24 kg | 1,105 Kč / kg | 26,520 Kč |
| Macarons - chocolate-raspberry, pistachio, mandarin, raspberry, hazelnut, strawberry, redcurrantSweet | 333 pcs | 75 Kč / pcs | 24,975 Kč |
Planning notes for 50 guests
Buffet planning
- A shorter event can work with lighter finger food; a longer evening needs hot food.
- For 50 guests, 6-12 items keep the table varied without making it chaotic.
- Vegetarian items should be part of the main plan, not just a side thought.
FAQ
How much is buffet catering for 50 guests?
Food can be modelled from 30,000 CZK at 600 CZK/person to around 120,000 CZK at 2400 CZK/person, excluding delivery and service.
Is a cold buffet enough for 50 guests?
Yes for short networking. If the buffet is the main meal, include at least one hot section.
Can you include vegetarian options?
Yes. Vegetarian and vegan items are tagged in the catalog and can be built directly into the proposal.
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