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
500 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
- 25,000 Kč
- Model basket
- 24,990 Kč
- Model per person
- 500 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 | 39 pcs | 100 Kč / pcs | 3,900 Kč |
| Roast beef on arugula salad with pepper mayo and bread croutonMeat | 39 pcs | 100 Kč / pcs | 3,900 Kč |
| White/wholegrain baguette - ham, cheese, butter, lettuce, tomatoFilled Baguettes & Sandwiches | 33 pcs | 105 Kč / pcs | 3,465 Kč |
| White/wholegrain baguette - vegetarian, herb ricotta, smoked gouda, camembert, lettuce, tomatoes, cucumberFilled Baguettes & Sandwiches | 31 pcs | 115 Kč / pcs | 3,565 Kč |
| Chickpea hummus with coriander and tortilla chipsAppetizers & Salads | 6 kg | 690 Kč / kg | 4,140 Kč |
| Homemade white breadSides | 27 kg | 115 Kč / kg | 3,105 Kč |
| Homemade blueberry pie with butter crumbleSweet | 53 pcs | 55 Kč / pcs | 2,915 Kč |
Budget
1,000 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
- 50,000 Kč
- Model basket
- 49,938 Kč
- Model per person
- 999 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 | 49 pcs | 100 Kč / pcs | 4,900 Kč |
| Roast beef on arugula salad with pepper mayo and bread croutonMeat | 49 pcs | 100 Kč / pcs | 4,900 Kč |
| White/wholegrain baguette - ham, cheese, butter, lettuce, tomatoFilled Baguettes & Sandwiches | 42 pcs | 105 Kč / pcs | 4,410 Kč |
| White/wholegrain baguette - vegetarian, herb ricotta, smoked gouda, camembert, lettuce, tomatoes, cucumberFilled Baguettes & Sandwiches | 39 pcs | 115 Kč / pcs | 4,485 Kč |
| Caesar salad - chicken, romaine, pancetta, parmesan, croutons, anchovy dressingAppetizers & Salads | 4.5 kg | 1,150 Kč / kg | 5,175 Kč |
| Greek salad - cucumber, tomato, olives, iceberg, dressing, dillAppetizers & Salads | 5 kg | 1,035 Kč / kg | 5,175 Kč |
| Chicken schnitzelHot Buffet | 8.5 kg | 805 Kč / kg | 6,843 Kč |
| Thai red curry - chickpeaHot Buffet | 6 kg | 1,150 Kč / kg | 6,900 Kč |
| Jasmine riceSides | 10 kg | 345 Kč / kg | 3,450 Kč |
| Chocolate mousse with forest fruitsSweet | 37 pcs | 100 Kč / pcs | 3,700 Kč |
Budget
1,500 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
- 75,000 Kč
- Model basket
- 74,833 Kč
- Model per person
- 1,497 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 | 63 pcs | 100 Kč / pcs | 6,300 Kč |
| Roast beef on arugula salad with pepper mayo and bread croutonMeat | 63 pcs | 100 Kč / pcs | 6,300 Kč |
| Cucumber salsa with radishes, smoked salmon and dill cream cheeseMeat | 60 pcs | 105 Kč / pcs | 6,300 Kč |
| Caesar salad - chicken, romaine, pancetta, parmesan, croutons, anchovy dressingAppetizers & Salads | 5.5 kg | 1,150 Kč / kg | 6,325 Kč |
| Cold cuts platter - 6 types of cold cuts, capers, olivesAppetizers & Salads | 5 kg | 1,380 Kč / kg | 6,900 Kč |
| Chicken schnitzelHot Buffet | 10.5 kg | 805 Kč / kg | 8,453 Kč |
| Thai red curry - chickenHot Buffet | 6 kg | 1,380 Kč / kg | 8,280 Kč |
| Thai red curry - chickpeaHot Buffet | 7.5 kg | 1,150 Kč / kg | 8,625 Kč |
| Chicken breast marinated in lemon and herbsGrill | 10 kg | 805 Kč / kg | 8,050 Kč |
| Grilled vegetablesSides | 5 kg | 920 Kč / kg | 4,600 Kč |
| Chocolate mousse with forest fruitsSweet | 47 pcs | 100 Kč / pcs | 4,700 Kč |
Budget
2,000 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
- 100,000 Kč
- Model basket
- 100,172 Kč
- Model per person
- 2,003 Kč
Menu composition
Example for 50 guests
| Item | Quantity | Unit price | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rye bread with whipped herb foam, roquefort cheese and dried figsVegetarian | 81 pcs | 100 Kč / pcs | 8,100 Kč |
| Beef tartare with mustard seeds, fried capers and bread chipsMeat | 81 pcs | 100 Kč / pcs | 8,100 Kč |
| Grilled shrimp with Asian salad, wakame seaweed, sesame, chili and corianderMeat | 74 pcs | 110 Kč / pcs | 8,140 Kč |
| Roast beef on arugula with honey-mustard dressingAppetizers & Salads | 3.5 kg | 2,300 Kč / kg | 8,050 Kč |
| Mortadella / burrata / pistachiosAppetizers & Salads | 3.5 kg | 2,530 Kč / kg | 8,855 Kč |
| Beef cheeks in red wine with root vegetablesHot Buffet | 8 kg | 1,380 Kč / kg | 11,040 Kč |
| Thai red curry - pulled beefHot Buffet | 7.5 kg | 1,495 Kč / kg | 11,213 Kč |
| RIB EYE steakGrill | 5.5 kg | 1,840 Kč / kg | 10,120 Kč |
| Grilled salmon filletGrill | 6 kg | 1,725 Kč / kg | 10,350 Kč |
| Grilled vegetablesSides | 8 kg | 920 Kč / kg | 7,360 Kč |
| Port wine sauceCold & Hot Sauces | 2.7 l | 1,035 Kč / l | 2,795 Kč |
| Fruit skewer with Belgian chocolate / seasonal fruitSweet | 55 pcs | 110 Kč / pcs | 6,050 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 25,000 CZK at 500 CZK/person to around 100,000 CZK at 2000 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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